Golden Fleece Lodge #6

WEEKLY UPDATE       

 

December 25, 2011

 

 

The Grand Lodge of Georgia F&AM or 8^th Masonic District is not to be held responsible for any incorrect information.  The opinions are of the authors or the editors only.  Please go to http://www.glofga.org/ ,the website for the Grand Lodge of Georgia for official information.

 

Scheduled Quarterly Meetings for 2011-2012

For the 8^th District

 

Tuesday, January 31, 2012 7:00 P.M. Amity #731

Thursday, March 29, 2012 7:00 P.M. Amity #731

Convention

Saturday, May 19, 2012 10:00 A.M. Hiram # 51

 

 

Scheduled Quarterly Meetings for 8^th District Royal Arch

Convention

February 4, 2012 Saturday   Golden Fleece #6 York Rite Festival

April 21, 2012             Saturday Golden Fleece # 6 at 9:00 A.M.

 

The Grand Masters forums schedule are as follows:

Grandmasters Forum / Officers Workshop

January 7 Savannah Scottish Rite 10-Noon

January 14 Albany Shrine 10-Noon

January 21 Macon Scottish Rite 10-Noon (most of us going to this one)

January 28 Atlanta Masonic Center 10-Noon

February 4 August Scottish Rite 10-Noon

All meetings begin at 9:00 A.M. registration at 8:00 A.M.

 

Trial Commission Workshop

February 4 Macon Scottish Rite 9AM

Masonic Home workday for the 8th. district

August 4

Board of Relief

January 7 Masonic Home 10AM

March 10 Masonic Home 10AM

May 12 Masonic Home 10AM

July 14 Masonic Home 10AM

Sept. 8 Masonic Home 10AM

 

Greetings:

The best investment we can make for the future of this organization and the ideas for which we stand is to ensure the welfare of our youth. There is no doubt that the seeds we plant today will be the crop of tomorrow. That is why I come to you for help with my program as Grand Master. I am asking that each lodge sponsor or co-sponsor a youth group. I would prefer it to be a DeMolay Chapter or a Rainbow Assembly. These two groups are directly dependent upon us for support. To facilitate this I am requesting that each district in the state create a Youth Committee. I would like for you to appoint this committee as soon as possible and to introduce a by-law at your convention to permanently create a Youth Committee to assist the lodges in support of these youth organizations. Code section 61-104 covers by-laws for a district and explains how they can be presented. If they are distributed to the lodges sixty (60) days prior to your meeting, they can be voted n at the next convention. If you need any assistance in this endeavor, please contact me or the state organization for any assistance you may need. Thank you in advance for your efforts. I realize that I am asking a lot, but I think the results will be worth it. I look forward to seeing you in my travels.

Fraternally,

Jerry D. Moss

Grand Master of Masons in Georgia

 

There is a called communication for the Memorial Association of the West End.  After the District Meeting on January 31, 2012 at Amity # 731 we will meet for a few minutes.  WB Mercer Collins has invited the East End Memorial Association to join us.  All Master Masons of the 8^th District are invited.  We will welcome any visitors as well.

The Memorial Association is doing well on both ends of the District.  Lodges are donating money to help support this worthy project.  For a bit of information:  There has been a Calling Post account set up for the West End.  We will need your help from time to time and you will be called.  When you are called please RSVP by calling 678-253-5938 and let us know if we can depend on you.

We are asking that an Ambassador from each lodge be appointed to attend all Memorial Association meetings.  Bring this up at your next lodge meeting.

The Memorial Association East End will have a meeting on December 29, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at Nancy Hart #690 to elect new officers for the ensuing year.

 

WE HAVE ELECTED NEW OFFICERS TO STATIONS IN OUR LODGES.  SOME OF THESE NEW OFFICERS ARE ALSO NEW MASONS.  EVERY OFFICER OF EVERY LODGE SHOULD ATTEND ONE OF THE SCHOOLS OF INSTRUCTION THAT WILL BEGIN THE FIRST WEEK IN JANUARY.  THE TWO CUSTODIANS WILL BE HAPPY TO TEACH YOU THE CORRECT WAY IN THE UNIFORM WORK.

January 4, 2012, Wednesday, Golden Fleece #6, WB Mercer Collins will conduct a School of Instruction and each Wednesday and thereafter until further notice.  Refreshments will be served at 6:30 P.M. and the school at 7:00 P.M.  All Master Masons are invited including visitors.  The first night there will be a discussion of the Memorial Association.

January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and February 6, 2012 Primrose # 79, WB Dennis Helmreich will conduct a School of Instruction each Monday.  There will be a meal at 7:00 P.M. and the school at 7:30 P.M.  All Master Masons are invited and visitors are also welcome.

 

The District Worshipful Master, Dan Whitener has made an appeal for a contribution of $5.00 per member to be sent to the District Secretary, Julian Hayes for a donation to the Masonic Home to be presented to the Grand Master, Jerry Moss at the convention.

So far the lodges that have sent in money have sent more than $5.00 per member.  Remember when you send in your check make it out to the 8^th Masonic District.

The Lodges to respond to this notice are:

Wellington # 467                      Generous Warren # 20

Carnesville # 186                     Dewald # 343

Amity # 731                           Hiram # 51

Elbert/Wilkes Convention             John H Jones # 348

Campton # 566                              Chappell # 511

 

Grand York Rite Bodies of Georgia

    Grand Chapter                     Grand Council               Grand Commandery

Royal Arch Masons       Royal and Select Masters         Knights Templar

 

Wade C. Smith, Sr., MEPGHP                                                                                                                                                           Telephones:

Grand Secretary-Recorder                                                                                                                                   Office: (478) 742-2557

811 Mulberry Street                                                                                                                                                Cell: (706) 835-8255

Macon, Georgia 31201                                                                                                                                            Fax: (888) 847-8021

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November 30, 2011

Companions/Sir Knights All:

Most Excellent Grand Companion William L. (Bill) Montgomery, MEGHP; Most Illustrious Grand Companion Harry B. Allen, MIGM; and Right Eminent Grand Sir Knight James E. Stevens, REGC, have ordered that the Annual 2011-2012 York Rite School of Instruction be held January 21^st, 2012 at 811 Mulberry Street, Macon, Georgia.  Registration will be accomplished 8:30 – 9:00 am.   Coffee and donuts will be available.  The School of Instruction will begin at 9:00 am.An opening and closing will be demonstrated by the three Grand Bodies.  An appropriate discussion and critique will be conducted by the two Custodians of Work.

The MEGHP, the MIGM, and the REGC will be present and will make appropriate comments and conduct a question and answer session.  Secretary/Recorders: Insure that this message receives wide dissemination and encourage all Officers and Companions/Sir Knights to attend and enjoy further light and excellent fellowship.

Fraternally,

  

Wade Smith

Grand Secretary/Recorder

CONFERENCE OF GRAND MASTERS

 

OF MASONS IN NORTH AMERICA, Inc.

 

Photos of the 2011 Grand Masters and Visiting Grand Officers from Sister Jurisdictions

The 2012 Conference will be held FEB. 19-21, 2012 at the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel, Atlanta, Georgia

 

Brother Andy Burns is a member of the Elbert/Wilkes Fellowcraft Club and has served as SD many times in the 8^th and 9^th districts.  He also does a fantastic job with the Staircase Lecture.  He offers his services to any lodge that requests it.  He can be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Below is a link to Royal Arch Magazine Subscription Form.

This is a National Magazine that is printed quarterly.

It contains great articles about the History and News concerning Royal Arch Masonry!

I highly recommend the magazine and a Lifetime Subscription which is currently $50.

Follow this link: http://www.yorkriteofga.org/bpfiles/rammag.pdf 

I will also create a permanent link under the Grand Chapter Menu on left side of webpage.

Ben Polston

Webmaster

 

Take Due NOTICE!

The York Rite of Georgia has a NEW FAX NUMBER

1(888)847-8021

Wade C. Smith, Sr. MEPGHP

Grand Secretary-Recorder

 

Michael Zahn has requested that if anyone has taken any MELD classes and has not received your certificates please let him know.  He will make this his priority.  He can be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or you can phone him at 770-715-9389.

 

Godfrey de Boullion # 14 will begin serving meals at 7:00 P.M. on the second Friday of each month for a fund raiser.  Of course we will have a meeting afterwards.  There will also be a practice night on the first Friday of the month.

 

 

Each 3^rd Thursday of the month the Triangle Council will meet at Amity #731 in Watkinsville at 8:00 P.M  The Illustrious Master Beaux Davis will supply refreshments the proceeds will go to the Council and CMMRF.  Eat at 7:00 P.M. 

 

WE HAVE A NEW PRESIDENT AT ATHENS PIEDMONT ASSOCIATION

Athens-Piedmont Scottish Rite Association -We meet on the 3rd Wednesday in February, May, August and November at Mt. Vernon Lodge #22 at 365 Research Dr in Athens. Our meal begins at 7 PM with the meeting to follow.
President: Steven Wooten

706-988-1664 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

http://www.glofga.org/meldstudy.html 

Click on the link above to download the Masonic Meld Courses.  It is open book tests and each person that completes them is awarded a certificate.  All you have to do is mail your answer sheets to your District Meld committee person.

Grand Lodge of Georgia MELD Workbooks on CD are $5.00.  These have all 4 of the workbooks that we once gave away at the Forums/Workshops in one CD. The profits go to the Home. Mail orders can be ordered from Ralph O. Dennis, 78 Riverstone Dr., Jasper,GA 30143 and are $6.00. Ralph Dennis, PM This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

To see the Grand Masters schedule, click here.

 

Check out the new Grand Lodge Website.  www.glofga.org  This site gets better every day.  Brothers go to this site and do a lodge lookup.  Read everything there when you begin.  It is phenomenal, the work that WB Hendry Betts has done.  There is a mountain of information there.

 

Brothers, Perpetual Membership benefits everyone.  You, as an individual, Grand Lodge, and the lodge that you belong to.  Your membership continues long after you meet your creator.  To learn about all the aspects of it click on this page:  http://www.glofga.org/perpetual.html

 

Golden Fleece #6 has a website.  Visit them at www.goldenfleecelodge.org

 

Fergus Lodge # 135 has a website.  Visit them at http://www.ferguslodge135.org/joomla15/index.php

 

Rising Star #4 has a website.  Visit them at http://www.eatontonmasons.com/

 

Generous Warren #20 has a website.  Visit them at http://generouswarrenlodge20.org

 

Memorial Association Website:  Visit it often at http://www.ga8thdistmemorialassoc.org/

 

Carnesville # 186 has a website.  Visit them at http://carnesvillelodge186.com/america.html

 

We have some exciting news.  We are planning a family day for the district on April 29, 2012.  We need help, so if you have any ideas or can help to plan this event, please contact Michael Zahn at 770-715-9389.  There are a number of lodges in the district that have tents.  If your lodge has a tent please, come to the Masonic Home and set it up on the baseball field.  We are asking everyone to bring a covered dish and have enough to share with others.  Bring the wife, kids, grand children or girlfriend.  The Eastern stars are invited too.

 

District Deputy to the Grand Master

For District Eight

Lodge Assignments

October 27, 2011

 

Joe Colvard               DDGM-A (Chairman)

                                    Lafayette #23             2^nd Thurs.                                 7:30

                                    253 East Liberty St Washington, GA

                                    Philomathea #25                    1^st Tues.                       7:30

                                    119 Industrial Blvd. Elberton, GA

                                    Hiram #51                              3^rd Tues.                       7:30

                                    139 Flora Hill Rd Danburg, GA

                                    Primrose #79                          1^st Thurs.                     7:30

                                    225 West Rail Road St Bowman, GA

                                    Nancy Hart #690                   3^rd Thurs.                     7:30

                                    373 Benson St Hartwell, GA

                                    Royston # 52                          3^rd Mon.                       7:00

                                    200 Spring St. Royston, GA

                                    Bowersville #595                    1^st Thurs.                     7:30

                                    8632 Georgia Hwy 17 Bowersville, GA

 

 

Julian Hayes  DDGM-B

                                    Mt. Vernon #22                     2^nd & 4^th Thurs.            7:30 Nov. & Dec. 2^nd Thurs. only

                                    365 Research Dr Athens, GA

                                    Wellington #467                     4^th Wed.                      8:00 2^nd Wed in Dec

                                    6052 Bostwick Rd Bostwick, GA

                                    Campton #566                       1^st & 3^rd Mon   .           7:30 2^nd Mon. in Sept.

                                    2721 North Broad St Campton, GA

                                    Amity #731                             2^nd & 4^th Tues.             7:30 2^nd Tues in Dec

                                    18 Barnett Shoals Rd Watkinsville, GA

                                    Generous Warren #20          1^st & 3^rd Tues.              7:30

                                    418 W. Highland Ave Monroe, GA

                                    Fergus #135                           1^st & 3^rd Thurs.            7:30

                                    166 Rock St Loganville, GA

                                    Golden Fleece #6                   2^nd & 4^th Tues.             7:30 2^nd Tues. in Dec.

                                    1104 Clark St Covington, GA

                                    Rising Star #4                        2^nd & 4^th Mon.             7:30 2^nd Mon in May & Dec.

                                    802 Monticello Eatonton, GA

 

Steven Wooten           DDGM-C

                                    Carnesville #186                    1^st & 3^rd Thurs.            7:30

                                    9563 Lavonia Rd Carnesville, GA

                                    Lavonia #241             2^nd Tues.                                  7:30

                                    5744 Vickery St Lavonia, GA

                                    John H. Jones #348               3^rd Thurs.                     8:00

                                    505 Crawford W. Long Rd Danielsville, GA

                                    Shannon #404                        2^nd Thurs.                     8:00

                                    2111 Main St Comer, GA

                                    Hebron #564                          2^nd & 4^th Tues.             7:30 2^nd Tues in Dec.

                                    23902 Hwy 59 South Carnesville, GA

                                    Grove #652                            4^th Sat.                         7:30 2^nd Sat. in Dec.

                                    16740 Hwy 106 Red Hill, GA

                                    Howard #138                         2^nd Sat.            Oct-Mar          7:00 Apr-Sep 8:00

                                    357 South Main St Maxeys, GA

                                    Lexington #158                      1^st Tues.                       7:30

                                    860 Athens Road Lexington, GA

 

Ray Sikes                   DDGM-D

                                    Dewald #343                          2^nd & 4^th Mon              7:30 2^nd Mon Jun, Jul, Aug, Dec

                                    120 Fairplay St Rutledge, GA

                                    Madison #376                        2^nd & 4^th Mon                          7:30 2^nd Mon in Dec

                                    118 Lakeview Dr Madison, GA

                                    Mansfield #489                      1^st & 3^rd Thurs.            7:30 1^st Thurs. in Dec

                                    119 South Pine Circle Mansfield, GA

                                    Pace #558                               1^st & 3^rd Tues.              7:30 1^st Tues. in Dec.

                                    3305 Hwy 81 South Covington, GA

                                    San Marino # 34                    1^st & 3^rd Tues.              7:30 1^st Tues in Dec

                                    205 E. Greene St. Greensboro, GA

                                    Chappell # 511                       2^nd & 4^th Mon              7:30 2^nd Mon in May & Dec

                                    608 Sibley Ave Union Point, GA

                                    Dawson #68                           2^nd & 4^th Tues.             7:30 2^nd Mon in Dec

                                    660 Ashley Dr Social Circle, GA

 

Hey Brothers, we need more GACHIP events.  Be sure to contact WB Barry Stapp at (770)616-1125 to schedule one in your community. 

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If you know of someone that would like to have his name and email address added to my list for this Weekly Update let me know.  If you would like to have your name deleted from this email list let me know about that.

When there is something going on in your lodge, send me email by Saturday, I will be happy to put it in the Weekly Update.  It can be any type of lodge function, GACHIP, degree work, elections or , appendant bodies, fund raiser etc.  We would like to notify the brethren if there are any deaths in our fraternity in this district.  If one occurs in your lodge let me know so that I can publish it.

 

With best wishes and highest personal regards, I am,

Fraternally yours,

Julian Hayes DDGM 8-B

Secretary 8^th Masonic District

 

Dan Whitener, District Master 76 Arrowhead Ln., Danielsville, GA 30633 

(706) 870-3407

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Terry Robertson, District Deputy Master, 366 Moon RD, - Royston, GA,30662 –

(706)988-7667

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Julian Hayes, Secretary – 713 Walton Road – Monroe, GA - 30656 – (404)-502-3943

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