July 6, 2010
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Here’s a glimpse of Dover Lodge marching at the 2010 Westlake 4th of July Parade. A more complete video is in the making with the sights and sounds of the day, but for those who couldn’t make it out to join us here’s a brief look at your Brethren on that hot and sunny day!
June 29, 2010
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Brothers of Dover Lodge, we have a once-in-a-year opportunity! As you most likely recall from our last meeting, Dover Lodge has been accepted as part of the City of Westlake’s 4th of July parade and the Grand Lodge has given us dispensation to walk and display our regalia. This is a tremendous opportunity for visibility in the community – won’t you join us? Officers will be in their tuxedos, aprons and jewels and we will be handing out candy and American flags to the crowd. For those who cannot walk the route, we will also have a Jeep in the parade with the top and doors removed for maximum sunshine! Come walk or ride with us, and let’s show the Westlake community at-large how Dover Lodge and Freemasonry are thriving.
The parade begins on Sunday July 4th at 1:00pm. Planning to be a part of it? Here are the logistics:
Hope to see you there!!!
FAQs:
Can I wear my Past Master’s Apron?
Not only have we been given dispensation to wear our full regalia, we would be honored if our Past Masters would wear the apron they so richly deserve. Please do! Continue Reading
June 29, 2010
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Brethren, Dover Lodge will be holding an educational session for Master Masons on Thursday July 1st at 7pm. Master Masons from any Lodge are welcome to attend with credentials. Dinner will be provided (pizza and wings), but we ask you to please RSVP on our contact page (here) or on our Facebook page. Come with questions or answers, but be ready to be challenged!
June 18, 2010
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Friends and Brethren of Dover Lodge, just a quick reminder that tomorrow (June 19, 2010) is our second annual work day! Work will begin at 9:00am, but breakfast will be served up until then. We will also enjoy some lunch at the end of the day courtesy of our grille chefs (a.k.a. Stewards). Please come out and join us!
We’ve been asked what to bring – here are some of the things we’ll need:
See ya there!
June 11, 2010
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A bit of free verse from our Brother Junior Steward. I’m certain that the Brethren of Dover Lodge know of what Brother Reulbach speaks…
As I stand here in the kitchen, I look out into the gathering room and see a very interesting sight … there is a great cross-section of men of different faiths, beliefs, colors, background and ages all sitting together around some tables. They are laughing, joking, talking about flying planes, their wives, girlfriends, children, parents, vacations, and weddings, basically anything.
I have been a part of this for less than a year.
I came not knowing what to expect, except that a person I asked if I might visit for a meeting was a very nice and kind gentleman to whom I had only spoken a few times by phone and met only once in person. I like him immediately.
I attended a few gatherings after their meetings and met some interesting people. I asked for a petition and was given the same. I guess they don’t ask you…
Some “guys” showed up at my house and visited with my wife and myself for a little while. We had some food, some coffee and some conversation. They went on their way.
I attended a few more gatherings, and after one of their meetings was congratulated and asked to show up earlier in a couple of weeks.
I showed up … Who are these guys, and what did I get myself into?
Well, after that fateful night and a couple more, I can tell you who these guys are and what I got myself into…
I stand here in the kitchen and look out into the gathering room and see a very interesting sight … I see my friends and my Brothers. Men I can count on for anything. Men whose families I would help without hesitation. Men whose widows and orphans will always be cared for. I see my family.
Well said, Brother Reulbach – the feeling is mutual.
Note: Portions of Brother Reulbach’s work were purposely omitted that relate to Masonic ceremony.
June 7, 2010
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Brethren, Dover Lodge has the honor to pay final respects to Brother Jack Atsberger, a 65-year member of Dover Lodge who passed to the Celestial Lodge above in February of this year. Brother Atsberger will have a Masonic Funeral Service on Friday July 9th, 2010 at 3:00pm at Lakewood Park Cemetery.
It is always a great sadness to those of us left to this mortal existence as we bid farewell to our Brethren. But we say with knowledge which passes all understanding that it is only a temporary farewell. Keep your apron straight and your corners square Brother Atsberger – we will meet again.
Solemn strikes the funeral chime,
Notes of our departing time;
As we journey here below.
Through a pilgrimage of woe!
Mortals, now indulge a tear,
For mortality is here!
See how wide her trophies wave
O’er the slumbers of the grave!
Here another guest we bring,
Seraphs of celestial wing,
To our funeral altar come,
Waft this friend and brother home.
Lord of all! Below – above –
Fill our hearts with truth and love;
When dissolves our earthly tie,
Take us to Thy Lodge on high.