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SCOTTISH RITE COMMUNICATION
Brother Knight's,
The following is the Reunion Schedule for the 1st of November, 2008. Take due notice there of and govern yourselves acordingly. If you have any questions related to the Reunion please contact Brother Bruce Wood, our General Secretary.
Fraternally
Daniel Longley
eNewsletter from Lincoln Valley
Lincoln Scottish Reunion Fall Reunion First Line Signers don't forget to remind your candidates to be here on November 1, 2008. Registration starts at 7:15 AM and the opening Ceremony starts at 7:45 AM. If you are a member of one of the degree teams and have not been notified about a practice time or the time to report, contact the Scottish Rite Office at 402-435-2144. Schedule of the Work 0715-0745: Registration
FROM GARY HAHN ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9TH, 2008 In Memoriam - The passing of WB. Ted McNeese
TED MCNEESE It has been made known that our Brother, Companion and Sir knight Ted McNeese has been called to the Celestial Lodge above on Tuesday, April 8th, 2008. He was a Past Master of East Lincoln Lodge #210, was a member of all Lincoln York Rite Bodies: Capstone Chapter #64, Lincoln Chapter #6, Lincoln Council #4 and Mount Moriah Commandery #4, Scottish Rite, and Eastern Star. Further information to follow.
Lincoln Scottish Rite Lunch March 27, 2008 Menu BBQ Beef Sandwich, Macaroni Salad, Mixed Fruit & Apple Crisp Coffee - Tea - Milk Suggested Donation - $5.00 Serving Starts at 11:45 AM
Lincoln Scottish Rite Lunch March 13, 2008 Menu Ruebens, Chips, Carrot Raisin Salad, Pineapple & Mint Brownies Coffee - Tea - Milk Suggested Donation - $5.00 Serving Starts at 11:45 AM
Lincoln Scottish Rite Lunch February 14, 2008 Menu Salisbury Steak, Parmesan Potatoes, Corn Pears & Cherry Cheese Cake Coffee - Tea - Milk Suggested Donation - $5.00 Serving Starts at 11:45 AM
Lincoln Scottish Rite Lunch February 7, 2008 Menu Chicken Casserole, Broccoli, Roll & Cookies Coffee - Tea - Milk Suggested Donation - $5.00 Serving Starts at 11:45 AM
From Bruce Wood on Wednesday, February 5th, 2008 Charles Sederstrom, Deputy of the Supreme Council in Nebraska, will be at our February Business Meeting. Take due notice thereof and govern yourselves accordingly. (Couldn’t pass that up) Contact your officers to insure that we have a good attendance. Remember for Jan, Feb & Mar, the meeting starts at 6:00 pm.
Bruce Wood General Secretary
FROM ROGER MINER ON JANUARY 25TH 2008 Brethren I am sure missing the boat on this by not reminding everyone concerned that the ROBERT BURNS DAY SUPPER is on Saturday, January 26th, commencing at 6:00 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Center in Lincoln. Come celebrate the birthday of our Scottish Bard. You will learn much about Rabbie Burns and enjoy a fine supper with all the trimmings. This Day is hosted by the Knights of St. Andrew. Come hear some of Robert Burns most famous writings. FROM DALE LUEDERS ON JANUARY 7TH, 2008 Installation of Scottish Rite Officers Venerable Master Elect, Dale Lueders, reminds everyone that the Installation of Officers for Lincoln Valley is Saturday, January 12, 2008, at 7:00 PM. Dale would like to hold a practice on Friday, January 11, 2008, at 5:30 PM. The practice will only be for the incoming masters and installing team. The incoming Masters need to be at the Scottish Rite Center by 6:00 PM on Saturday, January, 12, 2008, for pictures. Dress for the Incoming Masters, Outgoing Master, and Installing Team is Tux and Scottish Rite Cap. Incoming Masters please notify your line officers of the date and time of the Installation. Officers other than those listed above can wear either tux or dark business suit. If you have any questions please call the Scottish Rite Office at 435-2144 or email at ScottishRite@windstream.net.
To all concerned: The November business meeting of Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite will be on November 28th due to the closeness of Thanksgiving.
Monday, November 12, 2007
Teacher of the Year Picture Placement Ceremony
4:00 PM
Lincoln Public Schools Administration Building 5600 “O” Street
October 16, 2007 TO: Degree Directors and Property Personnel RE: November 3rd Spring Reunion FROM: Dennis Brydl, 33rd Degree, Degree Director
The following is the schedule for the Spring Reunion. If you have any questions, contact me at 423-6982 immediately, or call the Scottish Rite office at 435-2144. Saturday – November 3rd 7:00 AM Registration 7:20 AM Introductions & Instructions 7:30 AM 4th Degree 8:00 AM Degree Communication 8:15 AM 8th Degree 8:45 AM Coffee Break 9:00 AM 14th Degree 10:00 AM Degree Communication 10:15 AM 18th Degree 11:30 AM Lunch 12:15 PM 29th Degree 1:00 PM Degree Communication 1:15 PM 30th Degree (1st through 3rd apartment) 1:45 PM Degree Communication 2:00 PM 30th Degree (4th apartment) 2:30 PM Break 2:45 PM 32nd Degree 5:00 PM Close This from Bruce Anderson on Sunday, August 12th, 2007
Comapnions and Sir Knights, it again my sad duty to inform
you of the death of one of our Masonic Brothers. Harry A. Spencer 103,
Plattsmouth, formerly of Lincoln, died Thursday (8/9/07). Born 9/16/03 in
Bishops Waltham, England, to Richard and Mary (Richardson) Spencer. Retired
Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court. He assumed leadership roles in many
fraternal organizations. His unwavering commitment to masonry since 1925 is
evident, as he served as Lodge 227 Master, Grand Master of the Nebraska Grand
Lodge, Potentate of Sesostris Shrine, Worthy Patron of Eastern Star, Scottish
Rite 33rd Degree, KCCH. Past Grand High Priest in 1955 , Jobs Daughter
Guardian and Demolay Dad. For over 60 years, he served on the Nebraska Masonic
Home Board, many of those as president.
There will be a Masters & Wardens meeting in the Board Room at 12:00 Noon, Thursday, July 26, 2007.
Bruce D. Wood, 32° KCCH General Secretary Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite 402-435-2144
Omaha Valley is having a river boat dinner cruise and has invited members of Lincoln Valley to join them. Please see the attached flyer for information. Anyone wishing to join them should call the Omaha Scottish Rite at 402-342-1300 for reservations. The deadline to sign up for the dinner cruse is Friday, June 22, 2007. Bruce D. Wood, 32° KCCH General Secretary Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite 402-435-2144
We are planning our first Night on the Missouri River aboard the River City Star.Come join us for dinner, music and enjoy the Omaha city skyline. When: Wednesday, June 27, 2007 Where: River City Star Landing Time: 6:00 PM Gathering time 6:45 PM Board boat Cost: $30 per person Includes BBQ sandwiches and BBQ chicken breast, baked beans, potato salad, Cole slaw and ice tea. Cash Bar available.
From Bruce Wood on
Wednesday, June 13th, 2007
Thursday Lunch
Lincoln Scottish Rite
June 14, 2007
Menu
Salisbury Steak
Parmesan Potatoes
Corn
Dinner Rolls
Cookies
Coffee, Tea & Milk
Suggested Donation $5.00
Serving Begins at 11:45 a.m.
FROM RONALD A. SEALE, SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDER, ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 30TH, 2007 This is to inform you that Ronald A. Seale, 33°, Sovereign Grand Commander, has appointed Illustrious Charles Vernon Sederstrom, Jr., 33°, as a Deputy of the Supreme Council (Mother Council of the World) of the Thirty-third and Last Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, U.S.A., in the Orient of Nebraska, effective May 16, 2007, succeeding Illustrious Warren D. Lichty, 33°, who retired effective May 16, 2007.
Brother Sederstrom prefers to receive his mail
at the address listed below:
Further information regarding telephone number and email address will be sent at a later date.
From Bruce Wood on Monday, May 7th, 2007 Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite
Preservation Foundation
Annual Meeting
May 24, 2006
12:15 p.m.
Scottish Rite Temple
Election of Board Members
Election of Officers
Other Business to Come Before the Board
From Bruce Wood on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2007
From Chef Julie...For Thursday May 3rd, 2007
SCOTTISH RITE SPRING REUNION Friday - May 4th 2007 6:00 - 6:10 PM Registration
From Chef Julie...For Thursday April 25th, 2007
From Chef Julie...For February 22nd, 2007
St. Patrick's Day Dinner Lincoln Scottish Rite Saturday, March 10, 2007 Great Food Corned Beef & Cabbage With all the Trimmings Served Family
Style Irish Entertainment Don't miss out on the Best Corned Beef and Cabbage in Lincoln. Make your reservations TODAY. Reservation deadline is March 7, 2007. Reservations can be made my mail, telephone or email. For your convenience the Scottish Rite accepts Discover Card, VISA and MasterCard. email: scottishrite@alltel.netphone: 402-435-2144 Lodge of Perfection Business Meeting Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite Wednesday, February 21, 2007 Bruce Wood, 32° KCCH General Secretary
email: scottishrite@alltel.netphone: 402-435-2144
From Chef Julie...For Thursday February 15th, 2007
From Chef Julie...For February 8th, 2007
Lincoln Scottish Rite & Sesostris Shrine Romantic Valentine's Day Candlelight Dinner
Wednesday, February 14, 2007 Scottish Rite Temple Social - 6:00 PM $30.00 per couple
email: scottishrite@alltel.netphone: 402-435-2144
From Chef Julie...For Thursday, February, 1st, 2007
This from Bruce Anderson on Monday, January 29th, 2007
Jerry was a very active Mason and a member of the York Rite. The list of
his Masonic accomplishments is very lengthy, including a Past Grand Master of
Masons of Nebraska. January 22nd, 2006 Most Worshipful Brother Jerry Rittenburg is in intensive care at Bryan LGH East. Please everyone, keep Jerry in your prayers.
First Annual Robert Burns Day Supper  January
26, 2007
From Chef Julie...For Thursday, January 18th, 2007
Lodge of Perfection Business Meeting Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite Wednesday, January 17, 2007 5:00 pm - Social Time 5:45 pm - Masonic Education Program 6:15 pm - Dinner (Free Will Donation) 6:15 pm - Knights of St. Andrew Meeting 7:00 pm - Business Meeting Program - Ted Johnson will talk about the Landmarks of Masonry. Bruce Wood, 32° KCCH General Secretary email: scottishrite@alltel.net phone: 402-435-2144
To: All Elected & Appointed Officers From: Bruce D. Wood, 32° KCCH - General Secretary Date: January 5, 2007 Subject: Scottish Rite Installation Installation of Officers will be Saturday, January 13, 2007 at 7:00 PM at the Scottish Rite Temple. Preferred dress for the installation ceremony is tux and Scottish Rite Cap. All officers will assemble in the small lodge room at 6:30 PM. The four new incoming Masters will need to be at the Temple at 6:00 PM for pictures. If you have any questions, please call the Scottish Rite office at 402-435-2144.
Burns Day Dinner Scotland and Masonry's Greatest Poet Bagpipes Dinner Menu Reservations by: 435-2144 by Wednesday, January 24th, 2007 ALL MASONS, THEIR LADIES, AND GUESTS ARE WELCOME
LINCOLN AREA CENTRAL
SCHOOLS OF INSTRUCTION FOR THE YEAR 2007 Entered Apprentice School - Monday, March 12th, 2007. - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - Cotner Lodge #297 A:. F:. & A:. M:. - 1542 North 65th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Master Masons School, First Section -
Thursday,
March 22nd, 2007 - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - East Lincoln Lodge #210 A:. F:. & A:.
M:. - 2700 S Street , Lincoln, Nebraska. Master Masons School, Second Section -
Friday,
March 30th, 2007 - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - Lancaster Lodge #54 A:. F:. & A:.
M:. - 1635 L Street,
Lincoln, Nebraska.
NEBRASKA GRAND YORK RITE ANNUAL SESSION 2007 Nebraska Grand York Rite Annual Session will be held on April 18th, 19th, 20th, & 21st, 2007, at the New World Inn, Columbus, Nebraska. On Wednesday, April 18th, 2007, All Past Grand High Priests plan on attending the Grand High Priests' Dinner at 6:30 P.M. In the evening, a meeting of Sir Galahad Priory K.Y.C.H. will also be held. The Order of High Priesthood and the Order of the Silver Trowel will be given in the afternoon. On Thursday, April 19th, 2007, the "Nails" Breakfast will begin at 7:00 A.M. and Grand Council will open at 8:00 A.M. Grand Chapter, Grand Council, And Grand Commandery Officers Elect dinner will commence at 6:30 P.M. On Friday, April 20th, 2007, Grand Chapter will open at 8:00 A.M. and the Formal Grand York Rite Banquet will begin at 6:30 P.M. On Saturday, April 21st, 2007, the Red Cross of Constantine Breakfast will begin at 7:00 A.M. The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Nebraska will open at 8:00 A.M. and at 6:30 P.M. the Past Commanders' Banquet will commence at 6:30 P.M. Contact the New World Inn in Columbus, Nebraska, (402-564-1492) for reservations. YORK RITE DEGREE SPRING CONFERRAL 2007 On Saturday, March 31st, 2007, The York Rite Degrees will be given on a One-Day Conferral at the Masonic Center in Hastings, Nebraska commencing at 8:00 A.M. Be there at 7:30 for rolls & coffee. YORK RITE DEGREE CONFERRAL FALL 2007 On Saturday, October 6th, 2007, The York Rite Degrees will be given on a One-Day Conferral at the Masonic Temple, 1635 L Street in Lincoln, Nebraska commencing at 7:30 A.M. Be there at 7:15 for rolls & coffee. (Further Information to follow).
Lodge of Perfection Business Meeting Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite Wednesday, December 20, 2006 Bruce Wood, 32° KCCH General Secretary
From Chef Julie...For Thursday, December 14th, 2006
From Chef Julie...For Thursday, December 6th, 2006
From Chef Julie...For November 30th, 2006
Big Red Football Party - November 24, 2006 Join us at the Scottish Rite to watch the Nebraska vs Colorado on the big screen and help cheer Big Red to victory. You can also enjoy pizza and your favorite beverage. Doors open at 2:00 PM Cost for the Pizza is $5.00 per person Holiday Festival - December 1, 2006 Featuring a Sumptuous
Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite
email:
scottishrite@alltel.net
phone: 402-435-2144
FROM SCOTT DODGE ON NOVEMBER, 15TH, 2006 Hi Everyone,
From Chef Julie...For Thursday, November 16th, 2006
From W.B. Bruce Wood, Secretary, on Monday, November 13th, 2006 Lodge of Perfection Business Meeting Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite Wednesday, November 15, 2006 5:00 pm - Social Time 5:45 pm - Masonic Education Program 6:15 pm - Dinner (Free Will Donation) 6:15 pm - Knights of St. Andrew Meeting 7:00 pm - Business Meeting & Elections Program - Ted Johnson will talk about the history of the Sesostris Shrine Center and the Shrine in general.
News From Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite November 8th, 2006 Frank Sherman Land This is the inscription on the
simple marker of his grave, level with the earth as are all other markers in the
cemetery, tells such a brief story. "It is the beginning." Let us take a moment and remember this great man who has touched millions of lives all over this world.
Masters & Wardens Meeting Thursday, November 9, 2006 12:00 Noon Scottish Rite Temple
From Chef Julie...For Thursday, November 9th, 2006
CHEER FOR THE HUSKERS
From Russ Reno on Tuesday, November 1st, 2006 Make this Veterans Day memorable by
attending the fifth annual Vacant Chair From Chef Julie...For November 2nd, 2006
From W.B. Bruce Wood, Secretary, on Thursday, October 26th, 2006 SCOTTISH RITE HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
Featuring a Sumptuous
From W.B. Bruce Wood, Secretary, on Thursday, October 26th, 2006 Hanging of the picture of the 2006 Scottish Rite Teacher of the Year will be at 4:00 pm, November 13, 2006, at the Public Schools Administration Building, 5901 O Street. Please mark this date on your calendar and make every effort to attend. Bruce Wood General Secretary
From Chef Julie...For Thursday, October 26th, 2006
From Chef Julie...for Thursday, October 19th, 2006
From W.B. Bruce Wood, Secretary, on Friday. October, 13th, 2006 Lodge of Perfection Business Meeting Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite Wednesday, October 18, 2006 5:00 pm - Social Time 5:45 pm - Masonic Education Program 6:15 pm - Dinner (Free Will Donation) 7:00 pm - Business Meeting Program - Ted Johnson will talk about Albert Pike Bruce Wood, 32° KCCH General Secretary email: scottishrite@alltel.net phone: 402-435-2144 From W.B. Bruce Wood, Secretary, on Friday. October, 13th, 2006
Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite
Feast of Tishri
The origins and significances of the Feast of Tishri make it the most Scottish Rite of festivals. Although originally celebrated as a harvest and gathering festival, no other occasion epitomizes the character and purpose of the Rite more wholly than our historic celebration, held in conjunction with the dedication of King Solomon's Temple (2 Chronicles 7:8-10). To marshal the meanings of the feast is to summarize the principal ideals and traditions of our Fraternity. We observe the Feast of Tishri because it is an age-old custom which now has the power of law. Under the Statutes of the Supreme Council, the feast was considered an obligatory observance, a sharing of our fraternal spirit. Freemasons have always revered order since we recognize that there is a Supreme Order that structures all creation. Masonic Law emulates this divine order, and we serve the purposes of the Great Architect of the Universe when we meet in the bonds of brotherhood, intent on making contributions to humanity. The Feast of Tishri promises to all men that the burdens of tyranny are temporary, that the darkness will yield to light, that knowledge will conquer ignorance, and that the Creator intended men to be free. The message of Tishri comes to us strongly and clearly from across the ages because it has been so preserved in the symbolism and allegory of the Scottish Rite. Through our observance of this great feast of thanksgiving, we, as heir of Solomon, perpetuate his magnificent Temple of freedom in our lives, our communities, our country and, most of all, in our beloved Rite. Please Join Us For This Important Scottish Rite Celebration Friday, October 20, 2006 Menu Price: $14.00 per person For reservations please call or email the Scottish Rite Office by Thursday noon, October 19, 2006. Fraternally,
Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite
email: scottishrite@alltel.netPhone: 402-435-2144 Reminder! Masters & Wardens Meeting Thursday, October 12, 2006 12:00 Noon Scottish Rite Temple
From Chef Julie...for Thursday, October 12th, 2006
SCOTTISH RITE INFORMATION NIGHT Bring your candidates to the Scottish Rite Information Night on Monday,
October 9, 2006. FALL REUNION SCHEDULE Fall Reunion Schedule FEAST OF TISHRI Friday – October 20, 2006 6:00 PM Feast of Tishri / Reunion Banquet
email: scottishrite@alltel.netphone: 402-435-2144
From W.B. Bruce Wood, Secretary, on Wed. October, 4th, 2006
From Chef Julie...for Thursday, October 5th, 2006
From W.B. Bruce Wood, Secretary, on Wed. September 23rd, 2006 We have just learned that since we are not a private residence, it will cost $400.00 to get the Nebraska vs Troy State game on Pay Per View TV. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our members. 
Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite
email:
scottishrite@alltel.net
phone: 402-435-2144
From W.B. Bruce Wood, Secretary, on Tuesday September 19th, 2006
From Chef Julie...Thursday Lunch on September 21st, 2006
Masters & Wardens Meeting Thursday, September 14, 2006 12:00 Noon Scottish Rite Temple
From Chef Julie...On September 12th, 2006
From Chef Julie... Lunch on Thursday Sept. 7th, 2006
From Chef Julie...
From W.B. Bruce Wood, Secretary, on Wed. August 23rd, 2006 Greetings! Welcome to the Lincoln Scottish Rite eNewsletter. We hope that you will find the information in this publication useful and timely. And we welcome your suggestions to make it better.
From Scott Dodge, Venerable Master on August 15th, 2006
Masters & Wardens Meeting Thursday, August 10, 2006 12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM Scottish Rite Temple Boardroom
Saturday, July 29, 2006 7:00 PM
Join us for home made ice cream (hand cranked) and all of the usual toppings.
For those that like root beer floats, there will be a keg of home made root beer
available. We are asking for a free will donation to cover expenses.
Saturday, August 19, 2006 Join us at Oak Lake Park for a picnic with our patients and families from the Lincoln Valley RiteCare Clinic at 4:00 PM on Saturday, August 19, 2006. We will be serving hamburgers, hotdogs, beans and chips. Drinks will be furnished. Cost is $5.00 per person. Contact the Scottish Rite office for reservations. We are also taking the RiteCare patients and their families to the Saltdog's Game Saturday evening. We have extra tickets for the game. If you would like to attend the picnic and game, the cost is $15.00 per person. Again, make reservations through the Scottish Rite Office.
September 25, 2006 Make this date on your calendar. The dinner will be in Syracuse, Nebraska.
More information will be coming in the very near future.
This from W.B. Denny Brydl on 4/18/2006 Subject: Scottish Rite Spring/Summer Reunion Here is the schedule for the Spring/Summer Reunion. I squeezed the 4th,
8th and 14th degrees in Friday night. That gets us out of the building around
2:30 to 3:00 Saturday afternoon. There will be no banquet.
Committee Members, This is to notify you of the upcoming All-Committee meeting scheduled for 6:00 PM, April 3, 2006. The meeting will be held at the Scottish Rite Temple. Please contact the Scottish Rite Office at 435-2144 or scottishrite@alltel.net only if you are not able to attend. Fraternally, W. Scott Dodge, 32° Venerable Master
Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite You are cordially invited to the Installation of Officers of the Lincoln Scottish Rite Bodies, Saturday, January 7th, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. Scottish Rite Temple, 322 Centennial Mall South, Lincoln, Nebraska. W. Scott Dodge, 32nd Degree - Venerable Master - Elect George McCabe, 33rd Degree - Wise Master - Elect William Nelson, 33rd Degree - Commander - Elect Richard Bales, 32nd Degree KCCH - Master of Kadosh - Elect
Venerable Masters Message
GREETINGS To All!
I would like to thank the members of the Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite,
who elected me as the 2006 Venerable Master of the Lodge of Perfection.
The 2006 Scottish Rite year will be definitely very busy indeed.
Many of the goals that have been set forth for the ensuing year are high,
but if one does not set goals above the average, mediocrity is the end
result.
The theme for this year will be “2006 - Renewing, Revitalizing, and
Reenergizing” and an overall program has been created to address each of
these points. With this in mind, 2006 will be a year of “Renewal” as we
focus on membership and membership retention, for membership is the key to
the other “R’s” and provides for the legacy and heritage of the Lincoln
Valley Scottish Rite to continue into the future.
At the same time we will be “Revitalizing” our Valley, with a
number of programs and activities, to gain the attention and interest of the
membership so as to be “Re-energized” for growth in future years. All this
will require time and energy, of which I am planning to devote almost all of
it to the coming year and challenge the membership to rededicate themselves
to Scottish Rite Masonry as a whole and this valley in particular to work
with me to make the 2006 Lincoln Valley Scottish Rite year a truly and
unequivocally successful year.
Scott Dodge, 32° Venerable Master
Lincoln Lodge of Perfection Business Meeting Wednesday, January 18, 2006 5:15 – Social 5:45 – Dinner 6:15 – Recital 7:00 – Business Meeting Recital will be preformed by Chad Houk, Masters Student at UNL. Venerable Master Scott Dodge encourages ladies to attend the dinner and recital. Reservations Requested
SCOTTISH RITE THURSDAY LUNCH MENUS
Thursday Lunch Menus for January & February 2006 Serving Starts at 11:45 AM, Suggested Donation $5.00 January 5, 2006 Lasagna, Bread Sticks, Tossed Salad & Butterscotch Pudding January 12, 2006 Stuffed Cabbage Roll, Broccoli, Roll, Five Cup Salad & Cookies January, 19, 2005 Fried Chicken, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Roll & Brownies January 26, 2006 Hamburgers, Baked Beans, Fries, Peaches, & Chocolate Pudding February 2, 2006 Chile, Cinnamon Rolls, Veggies & Pears February, 9, 2006 Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Roll & Fruit Cocktail February 16, 2006 Chicken Casserole, Roll, Tossed Salad, Pineapple, & Cookies February 23, 2006 Potato Soup, Corn Bread, Pears & Cereal Bars
Scottish Rite / Shrine Valentine's Day Candlelight Dinner On Saturday, February 11th, 2006, the Scottish Rite and the Shrine are Co-Sponsoring a Valentine's Day, Candlelight Dinner to be held at Sesostris Shrine Center, 1717 Yolande Ave. , Lincoln, Nebraska. Social time with cocktails, 6:00 p.m. and Dinner with Complementary Wine will be served at 7:00 p.m.. Dinner will be catered by Chances "R" . Entertainment will begin at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $30.00 per couple. No Fez R.S.V.P. to the Scottish Rite Office by Thursday, February 8th by calling 435-2144
Extinguishing and Relighting of the Lights You are Cordially Invited to attend the Extinguishing and Relighting of the lights. It is a one day ceremony combining Maundy Thursday and Easter Sunday Services to be held on Saturday, April 15th, 2006. It will begin at 5:00 P.M. with the Extinguishing of the Lights Ceremony. The dinner will be served at 6:00 P.M. The Relighting of the Lights Ceremony will begin at 7:00 P.M. and conclude by 8:00 P.M. Reservations are required. The ceremony is open to Members, Families and Guests. (This has yet to be confirmed.) When winter recedes and new brighter days appear, we celebrate Maundy Thursday, the ending of the dark days and the beginning of brighter days of spring. At the equinox long ago, the first exodus occurred as God led the Israelites from slavery in Egypt to freedom in the promised land. Some nineteen hundred years later, at the time of the feast of the passover, the mandate of Maundy Thursday was born as the Master was returning for the last time to Jerusalem. The next day he was crucified. Maundy Thursday and the extinguishing of the lights are significant not only in the despair of the event, but also in the recognition of the inevitability that they will be relit. Through God's will, it is man's destiny to refute the darkness and barrenness and to bring forth those virtues that are emblematic of the relighting of the lights on Easter morning. Our Masonic traditions provide the blueprint, which, if followed, will replace darkness with the brightness of true brotherhood. Let us, therefore, join the annual celebration of Extinguishing and Relighting the Lights Ceremony with this fixed purpose. The Scottish Rite Spring Reunion 2006 On Saturday, March 25th, 2006, The Scottish Rite, Lincoln Valley, will hold their Annual Scottish Rite Reunion this year at the Scottish Rite Temple in Lincoln. Further Information to Follow.
FEAST OF TISHRI The Feast of Tishri is scheduled for Friday, October 20th, 2006. Further information to follow. THE VACANT CHAIR CEREMONY 2006 On Saturday, November 11th, 2006, @ 7:00 p.m. , The Vacant Chair Ceremony will be put on at the Scottish Rite by Lincoln Area Blue Lodges to honor members of our Armed Forces living or dead who have served our country in all of our wars. A Veterans Day Meal will be served at 6:00 p.m. at a cost of $10.00 per person. Plan on attending this moving ceremony.
The Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is one of two branches of masonry in which a Master Mason may proceed after he has completed the three degrees of Symbolic Masonry or Blue Lodge, the other being York Rite. The cause of human progress is our cause, the enfranchisement of human thought our supreme wish, the freedom of human conscience our mission, and the guarantee of equal rights to all people everywhere, our ultimate goal . Scottish Rite is an elaboration of the basic masonic principles found in Blue Lodge and provides a better understanding of the meaning of Freemasonry through the use of drama and appeal to the eye as well as the ear. There are four coordinate bodys in Scottish Rite in the Southern Jurisdiction. They are: Lodge of Perfection 4th thru the 14th degree, Chapter of Rose Croix 15th degree thru the 18th degree, Council of Kadosh 19 degree thru the 30th degree, and Consistory 31th thru the 32nd degree. The explanations of the Lodges given on their separate pages were made after the study of "Clausen's Commentaries". Every Scottish Rite Mason should seek further light by studying further. The earliest records trace Scottish Rite to Bordeaux, France, about the middle of the 18th century, where the word "Ecossais" meaning Scottish was found. From there it went to the West Indies and then to the United States. The first Supreme Council was established in Charleston, South Carolina. All other Supreme Councils are descended from it. Supreme Council in Scotland did not come into existence until 1846. Like the Symbolic Craft, Scottish Rite does not intrude upon the church or attempt to teach any creed. Scottish Rite is not a religion. The Rite does require a personal faith in one God and encourages the brother to attend his own church. The Fraternity is a meeting place for all races and creeds. To discuss or inject ones own religious beliefs can only create argument. Questions and Answers What is the Scottish Rite? The Scottish Rite confers the 4th through 32nd Degrees in sessions called "reunions". The Degree work is often conferred at one time, usually a two day event. Reunions are generally held twice each year. The Rite is "Scottish" in only a distant sense. Some say that Scotland was viewed in 18th century France as far away, almost mythical place. Those wishing to add an "exotic" aura to Freemasonry adopted Escosais (Scottish) to describe their new degree. Where Did Scottish Rite Masonry Begin? The Scottish Rite Degrees were formalized as part of what was called the Rite of Perfection under the Constitutions of 1761 and 1762. They were conveyed by merchant Brethern from Bordeaux, France through the West Indies to cities in the American mainland, including Charleston, South Carolina in 1783. A group of 11 Brethern in Charleston, South Carolina formed the "Supreme Council of the 33 degree of the United States" on May 31, 1801. Throughout the world, all other regular and recognized Supreme Councils of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry are branches of this original root. What Does the Scottish Rite Teach? There is great emphasis on "light" in Masonry. As a means of advancing Symbolic Freemasonry, the Scottish Rite seeks to add to Masonry’s Light as acquired by every Master Mason. Through the fourth to thirty-second degrees, more light is added in the sense that new insights are offered into Freemasonry’s essential principles. They are not truly "higher" or "advanced" degrees other than their numbering. Rather, they reach into Symbolic Lodge teachings to clarify and inspire. The Scottish Rite’s contemporary presence reaches far back into the past and draws its strength from origins and insights of ancient times. The voices of Biblical and pre-Biblical sages echo throughout our ceremonies, and New and Old Testament insights elevate our teachings. The new law of love mandated by Jesus of Nazareth is as central to our philosophy as the laws of Moses, the wisdom of King Solomon and the teachings of Plato, Pythagoras and Socrates. From the rich blending of the best man has ever thought comes Scottish Rite Freemasonry’s premier teaching - tolerance. Ours is a brotherhood without boundaries, faith without sect, patriotism without party. It is a universal unity of hearts, a bonding of good men becoming better through service to their Creator and to all mankind. What is the Mission of the Scottish Rite? To seek that which is of most worth in the world; To exalt the dignity of every person; To maximize our service to humanity;
How is the Scottish Rite Organized? The Scottish Rite is organized into "Orients" (states) and "Valleys" (cities or regions). There are five Valleys in the Orient of Nebraska: Lincoln, Omaha, Hastings, Alliance, and Norfolk. At the national level, all Valleys come under the auspices of the Supreme Council of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction, located in Washington D.C. The central headquarters are located in the magnificent House of the Temple. (The northern tier of 15 states comprises the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction.) Who Can Qualify to Join? To be eligible for the Scottish Rite, the individual must be a Master Mason in good standing in his Blue Lodge, and be recommended by two Scottish Rite Masons in good standing. As with Blue Lodge Masonry, the applicant for Scottish Rite Masonry must be judged to be of good moral character, and his election must be unanimous. How Do I Join? You may ask a Scottish Rite Mason for a petition for membership, or you may be asked by a member of the Rite to join. If you do not know a Scottish Rite Mason, or do not know if a Mason is a member of the Rite, contact your local Valley office. In Lincoln, the Valley office is located in the Temple at 332 Centennial Mall South, and the phone number is (402) 435-2144. What Does it Cost? The cost may vary from Valley to Valley. Currently, the one time initiation fee for the 29 Scottish Rite degrees in the Lincoln Valley is $180.00 if the applicant is over 30 years of age or $125.00 if he is 30 or under. This initiation fee includes the Scottish Rite cap, the 14 degree ring, prorated dues for the first year and the Scottish Rite Journal which is published monthly. The annual dues in the Lincoln Valley after the first year are $37.50. What Civic Philanthropies Does the Scottish Rite Support? Our words live in the real world because of our active involvement in local, state, national and international programs, where we:
Foremost among these is the Scottish Rite Child Language and Learning Disorders Program Clearly, the Rite is Right for You and for the times! THIS FROM NOBLE REED FANNING OF SHRINERS 2000
Brothers, I am not sure this word has gotten out to everyone... A MEMORIAL Brother Carl T. Curtis was born on March 15th, 1905, on a farm in Nebraska. He was raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason in Minden Lodge and was coroneted a 33rd Degree Mason in Hastings Scottish Rite. He entered the United States Congress on January 3rd, 1939, and voluntarily retired on January 3rd, 1979. For the first 16 years he served in the House of Representives, and the last 24 years in the United States Senate. It is said that one of his first books he wrote while in Congress was "40 Years Against the Tide". Brother Carl was a man of his convictions, and would stand toe to toe if he thought he was right. It was Senator Curtis , while he was in office, to devise and follow through with the adoption of a plan for people to have retirement benefits called IRA'S. Brother Carl was also a very religious person and on April 7th, 1935, he was ordained as Elder in the First Presbyterian Church in Minden, Nebraska. At the time of his retirement from office he was Chairman of the Prayer Breakfast Group of the United States Senate. At this time, in 1976 and 1977, Senator Curtis wrote a collection of devotions a day at a time. He usually arose early in the morning and spent an hour writing a devotion for that day. This editor was one of the receipents of his book called "TO REMIND". One Thursday afternoon, on February 6th 1996, Brother Carl, visited our Luncheon, and made a presentation of the book to every Mason present, which speaks volumes as to the heart of Brother Carl. This is what Dr. Richard Halverson, Former Chaplin, United States Senate, wrote: As I read the words, I was thrilled not only with what was written, but the fact that this one writing represented his strength and integrity of public service. Most Worshipful Brother Duke Lichty, Sovereign Grand Inspector General, Lincoln Valley, Orient of Nebraska "Freemasons: Who are we, What are we, and Where are we headed?" Since the vote of the Imperial Council of the Shrine of North America on July 5th,2000, removing the requirement that a Mason must be a member of either the Scottish or York Rite of Freemasonry in order to be eligible to petition the Shrine, the foregoing questions have been asked of me over and over again. I have discussed this with leaders of the Symbolic Masonry, the York Rite, the Scottish Rite and the Shrine. The answer is unique to Nebraska Freemasons. It depends on who we are, what we are, and where we came from. Remember, Shriners are still Masons. In Nebraska, we have all cooperated closely. Lodge Officers usually wear the scimitar and crescent on their lapel, and active members of the Scottish Rite and York Rite often are among the leading petition signers for the Shrine. To paraphrase Pogo, "We have met our friends, and they are us." We do not forget that Shrine Masons are still a part of Freemasonry! From all across the great State of Nebraska, Shrine leaders have told me that they are still Masons, still Scottish Rite Masons, still York Rite Masons, and that they will continue to encourage Masons to join the Scottish Rite and York Rite. They have assured me that they will keep their Scottish Rite and York Rite memberships, and that they will continue to work for the good of the Rites. In turn, I have assured them that I am still a Shriner, and I will continue to work for the good of the Shrine, as well for all Masonry. Who are we? We are all Masonic Brothers! What are we? We are good men who strive to become better than we are, and to make this world a better place to live for all people. Where are we headed? It is my hope that by exerting ourselves and working in the quarries for the greater good of all who need our help, we can make all of the bodies and branches of Freemasonry healthy, alive, and a force for good in our Cities, our States, and our Nation, and still have fun and fraternity. We need to find more ways to help our fellow men, to be useful and to increase knowledge in our communities. There are enough foes of Masonry out there, with their bigoted, un-Christian attitude toward us. Therefore it continues to be necessary for all branches of Freemasonry to cooperate and work together to make this world a better place for all. In the face of the enemies of Freemasonry, let us never forget the words of our Most Worshipful Brother, Benjamin Franklin to his fellow signers of the Declaration of Independence: "We must all hang together, or assuredly we shall all hang separately." In Nebraska, we are all Freemasons. We all need to cooperate. Let us never forget the lesson of the trowel and always use it to spread the cement of Brotherly love and affection among all Masons, including Shriners and members of the Rites. Yours in Brotherhood, Duke Lichty (This article was edited from the September Sesostris Shrine Festivities. Our Most Worshipful Brother is a member and has headed the bodies of the Symbolic Lodge, York Rite and Scottish Rite. He is also a member of Sesostris Shrine. (See Grand Lodge, Grand Commandery, Shrine, and Imperial Shrine pages for related messages.) ILLUSTRIOUS BROTHER WARREN DUKE LICHTY, 33RD DEGREE, S. G. I. G. OF NEBRASKA, INSTALLED AS GRAND SOVEREIGN (This from the Scottish Rite Journal, August 2001) Illustrious Brother, Warren D. Lichty, 33rd degree, known to us all as "Duke", was reciently installed as Grand Sovereign of the United Grand Imperial Council, Knight of the Red Cross of Constantine and Appendant Orders for the United States of America, Mexico, and the Phillippines, and was invested with the Rank and Dignity of Knight Grand Cross. This occurred on June 2nd, 2001, in Hartford, Connecticut, at the close of the 129th Annual Assembly of the Imperial Council. Illustrious Brother Lichty of Lincoln, Nebraska, is First Grand Equerry and S.G.I.G. in Nebraska of the Supreme Council, 33rd Degree. He is also Past Master of Craftsman Lodge #314 in Lincoln, Nebraska and Past Grand Master of Masons of Nebraska. The Red Cross of Constantine, and invitational Masonic Body, is part of the York Rite. In Nebraska, its two Conclaves are Coeur de Lion of Omaha, and Shiloh of Alliance, Nebraska. Illustrious Brother Lichty served as Sovereign of Coeur de Lion Conclave in 1983. He will preside at the 130th Annual Assembly, which will be held at the Old Market Embassy Suites Hotel on May 30th to June 1st, 2002. Brother and Dad Walter Miller Masonic
Memorial Service, Friday November 12, 2004 at 7:45 PM at the West Center Chapel
of Heafey-Heafey-Hoffman-Dworak-Cutler at 78th & Center Streets.
Editors Note: One of the best Websites on Freemasonry that this editor has had the privilege to view has come to me by a noble through Shriners 2000. Noble Scott Eastwold from El Riad Temple in Sioux Falls, South Dakota suggested we view the Website of Unity Lodge #130. They have done an excellent job of presenting Masonry to our brethern and to people at large. You my view this website by going to : http://www.unitylodge.com The new Masonic Family Organization Mural We are privileged to have a very beautiful mural painting of the Masonic Family Organization in the basement level lounge of our Scottish Rite Temple. The mural was painted by Michael Nelson and installed by Mural Mural Grafics. Pictured on the Mural is depicted a stairway and arch on which is deliniated all of the degrees and organizations of Masonry. On each side of the Arch starting on the left hand side is a picture of the House of the Temple in Washington D.C. In the center is the Temple of King Solomon, and to the right is our own beautiful Scottish Rite Temple. This Mural was inspired by a "Life" magazine picture and article published on October 8th, 1956. The funds for the painting were donated to the Temple, and the Lodge of Perfection ordered the painting produced for the enjoyment of the brethren. It is a very valuable and lasting addition to our lounge and will be admired for many years to come.
The Scottish Rite Childhood Language Disorders Clinics, Centers, and Programs is the Philanthropy of the Scottish Rite. In the early 1950's, in Colorado, Scottish Rite of the Southern Jurisdiction started a program to help children with speech an language disorders. This led to Scottish Rite Clinics to provide evaluation and treatment of speech, language disorders, and learning disabilities. There are 135 Scottish Rite Centers and Clinics throughout the United States. In Nebraska we have five and they are: Scottish Rite Temple in Alliance, Nebraska, 123 West 3rd Street 69301, (402)-762-4703), University of Nebraska, 253 Barkley Memorial Center, Lincoln, Nebraska 68583 (402-472-2071), Munroe Meyer Institute, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska 68198 (402-559-6460), Masonic Temple, Norfolk, Nebraska, 904 Norfolk Ave. 68701(402-463-1518), and Hastings Masonic Temple, Hastings, Nebraska (402-463-1518). - Children who have these problems are sometimes hard to detect. Early treatment is important. They may be slow in developing a vocabulary and difficult to understand, using incomplete or incorrect sentences or gibberish. They may have difficulties with attention, memory, or word retrieval and slow in auditory information. Parents must remember that many of these dysfunctions do not mean mental deficiency or emotional disturbance. Scottish Rite Clinics accept children as well as some adults who have these disorders. Call your local director of those Scottish Rite Centers who are listed above for further information.
THE REVEREND J. DALLAS GIBSON MEMORIAL The Lincoln Valley is pleased to name its Spring 2001 Reunion class in honor of Clarence B. Kuehn, 33", whose service to Masonry was long and distinguished. Clarence was born May 27, 1914 at Red Cloud. Nebraska. one of five children. He came to Lincoln when his father, a railroad man. was transferred. graduating from Lincoln high School in 1932 and then attending the University of Nebraska. One of his first jobs was working at the Marietta Hotel in Fairbury. While there. he attended the Methodist Church and sang in the choir. Most Excellent Companion, Worshipful Brother Virgil Tubach This editor has on Friday, November 17th, 2001, learned of the death of my good friend, brother, and Most Excellent Companion, Worshipful Brother Virgil Tubach. This from my friend and companion Sir Knight Fred Wyant, Past Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Nebraska he writes; Virgil L. Tubach E. Grand Captain General of the Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Nebraska passed away at his home at 2235 South 57th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68506-2704. The funeral is Wednesday, November 21st, 2001, at 1:00 P.M. at the Lincoln Memorial Chapel, 6700 South 14th Street, (14th and Pine Lake Road) in Lincoln, Nebraska (402-423-2836). They are in charge of the arrangements. Worshipful Brother Virgil Tubach was a member of Lancaster Lodge #54, 16th & L Streets in Lincoln, Nebraska. He was Past Grand Orator and Past Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge A.F.&A.M. of Nebraska. He also served as Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Nebraska and Most Illustrious Master of the Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Nebraska. He was also Secretary of the M.S.R.I.C.F. of Nebraska and was serving in the appointed line of the United Grand Imperial Council of the Red Cross of Constantine. He was a member of the Scottish Rite Bodies, Lincoln Valley. He was also a long time member of Lincoln Chapter #6, Lincoln Council #4, and Mount Moriah Commandery #4 often working in these bodies. He was also a member of Hiram Club and served as their Historian. Dates to keep in mind: Monday Morning Coffee at Scottish Rite 7:00 A. M. Scottish Rite Lunch every Thursday, 11:45 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. at Scottish Rite Temple. The 149th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Nebraska The 149th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Nebraska will be held in Kearney, Nebraska at the Holiday Inn Convention Center. All meetings will be held at the Holiday Inn.The dates are Thursday, February 2nd, Friday, February 3rd, and Saturday, February 4th, 2006. Call the Grand Lodge Office (1-800-558-8029) for further information and a Reservation Packet. To see further information on the 149th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Nebraska, Go to the Grand Lodge Page.
NEBRASKA YORK RITE ANNUAL SESSION 2006 Nebraska Grand York Rite Annual Session will be held on April 5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th, 2006, at the New World Inn, Columbus, Nebraska. On Wednesday, April 5th, 2006, All Past Grand High Priests plan on attending the Grand High Priests' Dinner at 6:30 P.M. In the evening, a meeting of Sir Galahad Priory K.Y.C.H. will also be held. On Thursday, April 6th, 2006, the "Nails" Breakfast will begin at 7:00 A.M. and Grand Council will open at 8:00 A.M. Grand Chapter, Grand Council, And Grand Commandery Officers Elect dinner will commence at 6:30 P.M. On Friday, April 7th, 2006, Grand Chapter will open at 8:00 A.M. and the Formal Grand York Rite Banquet will begin at 6:30 P.M. On Saturday, April 8th, 2006, the Red Cross of Constantine Breakfast will begin at 7:00 A.M. The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Nebraska will open at 8:00 A.M. and at 6:30 P.M. the Past Commanders' Banquet will commence at 6:30 P.M. Contact the New World Inn in Columbus, Nebraska, (402-564-1492) for reservations.
LINCOLN AREA CENTRAL SCHOOLS OF INSTRUCTION FOR THE YEAR 2006 Entered Apprentice School - Tuesday, March 14th, 2006. - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - East Lincoln Lodge #210 A:. F:. & A:. M:. - 2700 S Street, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Master Masons School, First Section -
Friday,
March 24th, 2006 - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - Lancaster Lodge #54 A:. F:. & A:.
M:. - 1635 L Street, , Lincoln, Nebraska. Master Masons School, Second Section -
Tuesday,
March 28th, 2006 - 7:00 P.M. - Host Lodge - Craftsman Lodge #314 A:. F:. & A:.
M:. - 2645 B Street,
Lincoln, Nebraska.
Fame, fortune and success may record a person's name in the pages of history but it is the little acts of daily kindness and human compassion that engraves one's name in the lives that he has touched. Robert A. Metcalf was such a person. Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, he attended Lincoln High School graduating in June, 1941. After graduation he entered the Army in August, 1942, and was assigned to the 806th Tank Destroyer Medical Detachment. He saw duty in the South Pacific. On February, 1946, He was honorably discharged. Resuming civilian life, he enrolled at Nebraska Wesleyan University fall 1946 He received his Bachelors of Arts Degree in June, 1950. The following December, he enrolled in California College of Mortuary Science and after graduation he returned to Lincoln and on August 1st, 1961, founded the Metcalf Funeral Home. On October 7th, 1943, Bob married Dorothy I. Martin. They have two children, a son Ross, and his wife Joni, and Janice and husband Mick Mickle. On April 7th, 1958, Bob received his Entered Apprentice Degree, passed to the degree of a Fellowcraft Mason on May 12th, 1958, and was raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason on June 16th, 1958. All degrees were received in East Lincoln Lodge #210. Bob served as Worshipful Master in 1969. He was also a member of Lincoln Chapter #148 Order of Eastern Star, serving his chapter as Worthy Patron in 1960. In 1970-71 he served in Grand Chapter of Nebraska as Worthy Grand Patron. In 1959, Bob joined the Scottish Rite Lincoln Valley. He was coroneted a Knight Commander Court of Honor (KCCH) on October 20th, 1975. On December 12th, 1981, he was invested with the 33rd Degree Honorary. In 1984 - 1985 Most Worshipful Sir Robert A. Metcalf served the Grand Lodge of Nebraska as the 119th Grand Master. He also served as Potentate of Sesostris Shrine Center in 1996. We are honoring the memory of Robert A. Metcalf who died on November 20th, 2002. He was a devoted husband and father, an honest and upright man with boundless energy for doing good works. He was a man blessed with a sense of humor and a cheerful zest for life. A sincere, helpful, and generous friend who will be missed by all. (From the Double Eagle Newsletter published by Rose Croix.) From the Masters Corner Twenty-two years of teaching music has made me realize how important it is to work together. Whether preparing for a vocal program or a band program, the same necessary ingredients of teamwork were important if we were to work in harmony. So it is with Scottish Rite. We would all like to think that we could go it alone, but the smart man realizes that it takes all members working together to provide a harmonious situation. It goes even further than that. It takes the older members to enlighten us with their wisdom and knowledge and it takes the younger members to give us the courage to make a progressive change. Whichever group you belong to, we need all of our members to move forward in harmony and work together for the good of the organization. With this in mind, I hope to see all of you at the next business meeting. Michael A. Buchardt Venerable Master (from the Double Eagle Newsletter)
In Remembrance The Officers and members of Scottish Rite, Lincoln Valley extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of our departed Brothers. John C. Axe - Olen A. Brake - Harry Marcy - Albert D. Miller - Charles R. Elley - Harry Berman - Lewis Berlowitz - James Winchell - Robert L. Johnson - Donald J. Wickham - Kenneth M. Brown (From the Double Eagle Newsletter) Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, 33rd Degree, Website Editors Note: In Memory of J. Dallas Gibson, 33rd Degree The Lincoln Valley is pleased to name its fall 2001 Reunion class in honor of J. Dallas Gibson, 33rd Degree, a good man and a gentle mason. Dallas was a twin, he and his sister Agnes being born in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania. His father, a United Presbyterian minister, later moved the family to Greenville, Pennsylvania. It was there that Dallas graduated from Greenville High School where he was captain of the football team. Graduating from Penn State University in 1936, Dallas entered the Pittsburgh Xenia Theological Seminary from which he graduated in 1939. The Presbyterian church in Ewing, Nebraska was the site of Dallas' first ministry. While in Ewing, he also served as Secretary of the School Board, the Red Cross Emergency Team and delivered mail on the 80 mile Star Route three times weekly. He served other Presbyterian congregations in Tarkio, Missouri and Garner Iowa before coming to Lincoln to serve the congregation known as Heritage Presbyterian Church for over 25 years. After his "retirement" from congregational ministry in 1978, he continued to serve as supply pastor to congregations in Southeast Nebraska. He was designated as Pastor Emeritus of Heritage Presbyterian Church in 1978 by the Homestead Presbytery. He also worked in many offices of the Presbytery and worked on the Board of Directors of many Seminaries. Dallas met Anna Mary Hoffman on a blind date arranged by a seminary classmate and her nursing school classmate. They went dancing and after a four year courtship, they were married by Dallas' father on January 14th, 1940. The couple had two sons, John and Richard. Active in various community organizations, Dallas belonged to Rotary International, Kawanis, The Community Chest, and Boy Scouts of America. He also loved to fish and hunt. His Masonic career was lengthy. He received the degrees of Ancient Craft Masonry in Lancaster Lodge #54 in 1962, served the Lodge as Master in 1986. In 1963, Dallas received the Scottish Rite Degrees in the Lincoln Valley. He was Venerable Master in the Lodge of Perfection in 1975. He also served the Grand Lodge of Nebraska as Chaplain for 9 years and Historian for one year. His service to the community and the Scottish Rite was recognized in 1973 when he was invested with the Knight Commander Court of Honor (KCCH), followed by his elevation to the 33 degree Honorary in 1979. He was also a member of the York Rite, Sesostris Shrine, and Temple Chapter #271, Order of Eastern Star. W.B. Dallas departed this earthly life January 19th, 2001, to carry on his service in both the celestial lodge and church in the heaven above. "Well Done Good and Faithful Servant. Enter Thou into the Joy of thy Lord." From the Double Eagle, Valley of Lincoln - Orient of Nebraska Brother Dave Thomas, 33rd degree, inspired many about the plight of children without parents. He formed the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. This is an article writen by the Chicage Tribune about our Illustrious Brother.
Entrepreneurs lost a self-made impresario whose business was a role model others envied. His company lost a pitchman supreme who was shrewd enough to name his restaurants after his 8-year-old daughter -- and to have her on hand in a blue-and-white-striped dress to greet his very first customers in Columbus, Ohio, in 1969. But there is one relatively small community of Americans whom Thomas helped as no one else ever has. He was the patron saint of adoption, a world of complex emotions, elaborate legal strictures and, until Thomas came along, obscurity that often made it seem suspicious. Dave Thomas did more to change that impression than a nation of adoption advocates together. He urged Americans to view adoption not as something for people to feel squeamish about or to fear, but rather as an essentially simple social contract to help children in need. Thomas' obituaries last week caught a part of his relationship with adoption, but not the whole story. The familiar part of the story is that Thomas was born in 1932, in New Jersey, to a woman who chose to place him for adoption. He was raised from infancy by a Michigan couple. When he was 5, his adoptive mother died of rheumatic fever; his adoptive father remarried three times and moved frequently. Less known is the way that transient lifestyle both seared Thomas and left him extraordinarily grateful. "Dave never forgot what it felt like to be alone," says Denny Lynch, president of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. "Moving from city to city to city, he was always the new kid at school, always the outsider ... He knew what it was like to be overlooked, what it was like to be last in line." But Thomas also knew he had a home, however shiftless and imperfect. As an adult, he took an interest in foster children who didn't have what he had had. "He used to say he could have been one of those children," says Lynch, who traveled on business with Thomas for 22 years. "He could have been bounced from home to home to home. No one speaks for those children. Nothing pained Dave more than sitting down with a child who was being bounced around because nobody wanted to care for him." One night in the late 1980s, Thomas mentioned to a group of Wendy's managers in Kentucky that he'd been adopted. His point wasn't to tout adoption, but to say that if he could start with nothing and succeed, so could they. Afterward, one manager approached Thomas to say that he too had been adopted, but had always felt uneasy about that. "You can help people like me by talking more about adoption," the man said. Thomas' response: "OK, I will." That conversation started Thomas' crusade. His emphasis was on helping older or minority or special needs kids, clusters of siblings included, who needed help to escape from the foster care system. He lobbied nationwide for tax credits and legislation to make adoption easier and more affordable. Most important, he beamed a spotlight on an often misunderstood social contract. Adoption, like biological parenthood, isn't without its flaws and failures. It forces prospective parents to ask if they can love a child to whom they're not related by blood -- a child whose genes are not theirs, but whose challenges would be. Dave Thomas died without knowing how many adoptive parents he inspired, or how many foster children he helped. The new families he helped build will outlive him, each one a quiet testament to his cause. All Business Meetings for all Bodies and the Brethren will meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 P.M. E-Mail Sovereign Grand Inspector General Warren Duke Lichty - sritelincoln@juno.com. - General Secretary Bruce D. Wood, KCCH
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