February 13, 2013
There are no words so great that can express the loss and despair we feel at the passing of our Brother, Worshipful Mark Sandstrom. Mark has given his talents and untold hours of service, not only to his church, our Fraternity, his Lodge but also to our Division. Mark always had a warm smile and a kind word to all he came in contact with. I know many who sought him out for guidance and counseling. Our sympathy, prayers and warmest thoughts are with Pamela , Erik, his family and all that knew him in this time of great…
October 24, 2012
Members from Fellowship Lodge #668, High 12, Order of Eastern Star, DeMolay, International Order of the Rainbow for Girls and Golden Slipper, honored DeeDee Kelly with a potluck dinner and presented her a plaque of appreciation for 10-years of service as chef and facility caretaker. DeeDee is also a member of OES and her son is a member of the DeMolay Chapter. Dave Hall Inspector 818th Masonic District
October 11, 2012
David B. Wehmeyer, Potentate would like to invite all Masonic related youth, ages 11 to 19, to the 21st Annual Costume Halloween Youth Dance, sponsored by Al Malaikah Shrine. The dance will be held at the Al Malaikah Shrine Expo Hall 700 W. 32nd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007, on Friday, October 19, 2012, 7:00PM until 11:00 PM. Enjoy all the great food you can eat, enter the costume parade and contest and have a chande to win great prizes and gifts. Music will be provided by KROQ Music, "Big Doug" Kirk, an L.A. disc jockey. Parking is free. …
July 31, 2012
“There is a tide in the affairs of men” The Operation Literacy committee presented this year’s Division 8 program, for the Grand Master’s project, “Raising A Reader” on Wednesday June 20, 2012 at the San Bernardino Scottish Rite Center. The theme of the program was “There is a tide in the affairs of men”, and it was brought to life with guests speakers, a slide presentation, and donations to the Grand Master’s project from Lodges and other supporting groups. After the welcome by the Master of Ceremonies, Jim Ridley, P.M., San Jacinto Lodge No. 338, Virgil Mink, P.M. from Temescal-Palms…
July 30, 2012
Sonora League restarted it's Palm Springs Chapter. This evening at the Moreno Valley Chapter's meeting we Initiated it's first two members along with two new members for the Mo Val Chapter. It was one of the most exciting Masonic Family events I have ever had the honor of attending. There were Masons, Sweethearts, Princesses, Parents and Advisors from, Downey, Temecula, Hemet, my goodness, from all over in attendance. This young people who are running for office gave their election spiel and to be honest after listening to them I couldn't begin to speak. The future of the Masonic Family…
July 16, 2012
The semi-annual Installation for Moreno Valley Chapter Order of DeMolay took place on Tuesday,July 10, 2012 at the Montee Masonic Center. The Installation of Master Councilor Brother Harrison Baker-Strader supported by Councilors, Brothers Jordan Roubedeaux and Job Solis in the West and South respectively was exceptionally performed by The Southern California Jurisdiction Deputy Master Councilor Brother Chris Baker. Assisting him were Jacob Hanson, Julius Galba-Bright (Moreno Valley); Joseph Musgrove, Chris Parenteau and Christopher Baker. Mom Ruth Blanco presented awards to Job and Justin Solis for Outstanding New Members, and Dad Solis the new Chapter Dad received the “Hats Off”…
July 13, 2012
Sonora League does it again. Temescal Palms Lodge #314 and DeMolay Chapter hosted Sonora DeMolay League Sweethearts Ball in Corona June 30, 2012. It was an evening honoring Miss Lerina Galba-Bright of Moreno Valley Chapter – League Sweetheart and Miss Sarah Baker Moreno Valley Chapter Sweetheart. The hall was jammed to capacity with Sweethearts, Princesses and DeMolay’s from all over the Jurisdiction. The pretty young ladies of DeMolay dressed in their formals and tiaras were highlighted as they were escorted by league presidents and Master Councilors to the theme music ‘Titanic’. Our host, Worshipful Master Robert Burger was at…
May 26, 2012
Yucaipa Fellowship Lodge #668 with the help of the San Gorgonio and Yucaipa High Twelve Clubs tried their hand for the first time at conducting a child id booth at the Yucaipa Iris Festival on May 18-20. The clubs and the lodge mustered enough volunteer help to cover the 22 hours over the three days. In addition to the Masons, the Rainbow Girls, DeMolay, and the Eastern Star also participated. Less than 200 children were id’ed, but that did not dampen the enthusiasm of everyone involved and their hope to do it again. Submitted by, Bob Snyder -…
May 2, 2012
On Tuesday, April 24th, the Moreno Valley Chapter of DeMolay had a “Fun Night” at the Moreno Valley Lodge. Generally on the 4th Tuesday of the month, unless there is a degree, the Chapter puts aside ritual and business for light amusement and to just have fun. Everyone present enjoyed the evening with board games, computer games and pizza. They also played lawn games in the park area behind the Lodge. The Chapter had many members in attendance including the Master Counselor, Cody Gonzales. Also present were the Chapter Sweetheart, Sarah Elizabeth Baker, advisors Chapter Dad, Allan Solis, J.W.…
March 5, 2012
Worshipful Frank Lee & I along with hundreds of others attended the Service for Worshipful "Dad" Mike Musgrove at the Covina Christian Church. The heartfelt Eulogy was given by Worshipful Brethren Mark Sandstrom & Raymond Davies. There was a DeMolay and Masonic Service for Worshipful Mike who gave so much to our Masonic Family. Worshipful Sandstrom had mentioned that if everyone in attendance told a story about an experience they had with Dad Musgrove that we would be there for a month. He was right. There was standing room only. Three people were chosen to speak about Worshipful Musgrove. They…
