Most Worshipful Prince Hall
Grand Lodge Jurisdiction of
Georgia
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Issue 3—Summer 2015
Masonic Digest
Georgia Prince Hall Masons—PHA
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MOST WORSHIPFUL
PRINCE HALL GRAND LODGE
FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS JURISDICTION OF GEORGIA
Corey D. Shackleford, Sr.
John W. Jefferson
Deputy Grand Master
Grand Secretary
2123 Caneridge Drive
P O Box 490750
Marietta, GA 30054
Atlanta, GA 30349
Primis T. James
Grand Senior Warden
Earl S. Perry
135 Stillbrook Way
Grand Treasurer
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Post Office Box 3795
Savannah, GA 31414
Jonathan S. White
Michael Delgado
Grand Junior Warden
Grand CCFC
4746 Planters Walk
4813 Shenandoah Drive
Douglasville, GA 30135
Columbus, GA 31907-1748
Bruce A. James, 33º, Grand Master
7340 Old National Hwy Riverdale, GA 30296 P O Box 490750 College Park, GA 30349
Tel: 770-994-1569 - Fax: 770-994-1594
grandmaster@mwphglga.org
BEHOLD HOW GOOD AND PLEASANT IT IS FOR BROTHERS TO DWELL TOGETHER IN UNITY…..
FRATERNAL GREETINGS AND WELCOME TO OUR MASONIC DIGEST!
It is indeed a privilege and pleasure to see that we are off to a GREAT start with our Digest. I am elated of the commitment and dedication shown by the editors as well as the districts, lodges and chapters that have gone above and
beyond to make a difference in their respective community. In my opinion, this is the Greatest Fraternal Organization
on planet earth and our actions and deeds speaks for itself.
It is my prayers that we will continue to publish the many Great things that are happening in and about the Jurisdiction of Georgia. I would like to personally SALUTE ALL of our SENIOR MEMBERS both deceased and alive who
stayed the course, led the way and sacrificed much for us to be where we are today…..I am eternally grateful and to
God be the Glory!
Finally, I pray that we will never forget that we are ordained by GOD to do and be better servants, thus, we must never give up because some under privilege child or elderly person is counting on us to be a Light upon darkness and a
Bridge over trouble waters.
Humbly submitted,
Bruce A. James
Most Worshipful Grand Master
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Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge
Jurisdiction of Georgia
The Honorable Bruce A. James, 33◦
17th Most Worshipful Grand Master
RW Corey D. Shackleford, Sr., 33◦
Deputy Grand Master
RW Primis T. James, 33◦
RW Jonathan S. White, 32◦
Grand Senior Warden
Grand Junior Warden
RW Earl Perry, 33◦
Grand Treasurer
RW John Jefferson, 33◦
Grand Secretary
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Prince Hall Grand Chapter, O.E.S.
Jurisdiction of Georgia
The Honorable Bruce A. James, 33°
Most Worshipful Grand Master
Brother Cecil R. James
Sister Deaidra P. Wilson
Grand Associate Patron
Grand Associate Matron
Sister Mary P. Surry
Sister Lynnette Scott Hymes
Brother Sam McDonald
Grand Worthy Matron
Grand Worthy Patron
Grand Treasurer
Sister Theresa Hill
Grand Secretary
Sister Saundra Parks
Sister Joyce C. Gilchrist
Sister Sallie Mills
Grand Conductress
Grand Associate Conductress
Grand Chairman of the Trustees
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Past Grand Masters
J.M. Simms
Louis B. Toomer
John H. Deveaux
Alexander Harris
1870-1872
1872-1874
1874-1883
1883-1886
A. K. Desverney
W.E. Terry
John D. Campbell
W.E. Terry
1886-1888
1888-1889
1889-1894
1894-1901
H.R, Butler
John W. Dobbs
X.L. Neal
Neal A. McQueen
1901-1932
1932-1962
1962-1990
1990-1995
Benjamin P. Barksdale
Willie L. Williams
Ramsey Davis, Jr.
Douglas M. Jones
1995-2000
2000-2005
2005-2010
2010-2014
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Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons
The following Sisters and Brothers have served as Worthy
Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron respectively:
Sis. D. Edwards, WGM, 1899-1902
Sis. Viola Hart Felton, WGM, 1902-1933
Sis. Mary H. Jones, WGM, 1935-1940
Sis. Ruth V. Cobb, WGM, 1941-1945
Sis. Minnie DeVaughn, WGM 1946
Sis. Mary L. Ayers, WGM, 1947-1952
Sis. P. B. Eichelberger, WGM, 1953-1954
Sis Marie B. Cooper, WGM, 1955-1963
Sis. Lillian E. Blake, WGM, 1964-1977
Sis. Florence M. Hogan, WGM, 1977-1992
Sis. Ruby C. Clayton, WGM, 1992-1997
Sis. Belle S. Clark, WGM, 1997-2002
Sis. Vashti G. Pullen, WGM, 2002-2007
Sis. Marilyn Moore, WGM, 2007-2012
Sis. Lynnette Hymes, WGM, 2012Present
Bro. W. E. Terry, WGP, 1899-1900
Bro. Sol C. Johnson, WGP, 1901-1951
Bro. George W. Smith, WGP, 1952-1961
Bro. Robert J. Walters, WGP, 1961-1970
Bro. Earnest McIntyre, WGP, 1971-1994
Bro. Willie V. Coleman, WGP, 1994-1998
Bro. Felton L. Hudson, WGP, 1998-2005
Bro. Aaron Kent, WGP, 2005-2008
Bro. Marvin Knight, WGP, 2008-2014
Bro Sam McDonald, WGP 2014Present
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GRAND SESSION 2015
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GRAND SESSION 2015
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GRAND SESSION 2015: (cont.)
GM James spreading Brotherly Love by
supporting A.E.A.O.N.M.S. Inc.
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MWPHGL and Prince Hall Grand Chapter Supports
the Ronald McDonald House – Atlanta
The membership of the MWPHGL and Prince Hall Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star
collected items for the Annual Grand Community Service Outreach Project for the Atlanta Ronald
McDonald House Charities, which is our flagship benefactor for our organization.
Members were asked to support this effort at the Mid-Winter meeting in Macon, Georgia. PM
Darryl Dees, Director of Community Outreach and his team provided the needs list from the Ronald
McDonald House to all who were in attendance. The information was also posted on the Grand
Lodge’s website and to the Grand Session activities webpage for all to see.
Items were collected on Monday and Tuesday during the 146th Grand Communication of the
MWPHGL –Jurisdiction of Georgia and 117th Grand Communication of Prince Hall Grand Chapter,
OES. Items such as cleaning supplies, non-perishable items, monetary donations and even over 30
irons and 11 iron boards, in which we found
out that this was greatly needed at the
Ronald McDonald House.
The items were presented to the staff and
residents at the Ronald McDonald on
Wednesday, June 10, 2015 during the public
meeting during Grand Session. Volunteer
Service Manager, Catherine Lewis stated,
“This is by far the largest donation we’ve received thus far”. All other volunteers were
elated and took pictures of all of the items
donated. After the presentation, the committee took a tour of the Home that has 50
rooms, a commercial sized kitchen, laundry room, family room, nursery and even a BBQ area, just
outside of the residence.
MWGM Bruce James and GWM Lynnette Hymes thanked the committee for their hard work
throughout the Grand Communication and the committee presented plaques to those Districts who
donated the most items, by zones. The winning districts were Waycross for Zone 1, Savannah for Zone
2 and Butler for Zone 3.
The members of the Community Outreach Committee are as follows: Bros. Darryl Dees, Jerome Williams, Tre Singleton, Kenny Harris, Matthew Bonham and Sam Malone. Sisters Tonya Dees,
Mary Stephens, Prynces Tripp, Treasa Dumas-Jackson and Sara Malone.
As we go into our seventh year of existence, we have started now to have a Community Service
Outreach project for our Annual Prince Hall Weekend, starting with the Boys and Girls Club in Ft.
Valley, Ga. More information will be posted for all to help support the kids in the Butler District area.
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FUFILLING OUR OBLIGATION—HELPING A WORTHY
DISTRESSED BROTHER
P.M. Terry Jones and Family Stranded on I-475
On Friday, July 3, 2015 around 5:00 P.M., DDGM Kenneth Morgan called me, Hollis
Middleton, DDGM #5 informing me of a Brother in Distress on I-475 near Thomaston Road Exit. P.M. Terry Jones of Paducah, KY., Stone Square Lodge #5 PHA Jurisdiction of Kentucky, and his family was on their way to visit family in Jacksonville,
Florida when the wheel on their van had fallen off and he needed assistance in getting his family including his wife and six children off the roadway.
I immediately called P.M. Donald Moore, J.H. Walker Lodge #55 and P.M. Jerico
Campbell, J.H. Walker Lodge #55. They in turn went out to investigate to see how
they could assist P.M. Jones and his family. P.M. Moore got the family off the road
and the van towed to a secure place. P.M. Moore carried the family to his home to
stay while the van was being repaired.
P.M. Moore, being a mechanic, assessed the van, ordered the part that it took to repair it. Around 11:00 P.M. that night he had repaired the van and P.M. Jones and his
family were on their way to Jacksonville, FL to visit with family for the Fourth of July
Holiday Weekend.
On July 13, 2015, I received a message from P.M. Jones letting me know that he and
his family had arrived home in Paducah, KY, safely from their vacation in Jacksonville, FL.
P.M. Jones sends his Thanks and Respect to the Jurisdiction of GA and The Macon
District #5 for their assistance during his time of distress.
Respectfully submitted
Hollis Middleton DDGM #5
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MWPHGL and Prince Hall Grand Chapter Supports the
Ronald McDonald House – Atlanta (cont.)
The items were presented to the staff and residents at the Ronald McDonald on Wednesday, June
10, 2015 during the public meeting during Grand Session. Volunteer Service Manager, Catherine Lewis
stated, “This is by far the largest donation we’ve received thus far”. All other volunteers were elated and
took pictures of all of the items donated. After the presentation, the committee took a tour of the Home
that has 50 rooms, a commercial sized kitchen, laundry room, family room, nursery and even a BBQ area,
just outside of the residence.
MWGM Bruce James and GWM
Lynnette Hymes thanked the
committee for their hard work
throughout the Grand Communication and the committee presented plaques to those Districts
who donated the most items, by
zones. The winning districts were
Waycross for Zone 1, Savannah
for Zone 2 and Butler for Zone 3.
The members of the Community
Outreach Committee are as follows: Bros. Darryl Dees, Jerome Williams, Tre Singleton, Kenny Harris, Matthew Bonham and Sam
Malone. Sisters Tonya Dees, Mary Stephens, Prynces Tripp, Treasa Dumas-Jackson and Sara Malone.
As we go into our seventh year of existence, we
have started now to have a
Community Service Outreach project for our Annual
Prince Hall Weekend, starting with the Boys and Girls
Club in Ft. Valley, Ga. More
information will be posted
for all to help support the
kids in the Butler District
area.
Submitted by: Bro. Darryl S. Dees, PM
Grand Director – Community Outreach
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Vashti Grimes Pullen Chapter No. 586: A Decade of Outstanding
Service!
The members of Vashti Grimes Pullen
No. 586 are celebrating 10 years of service to the community. Sister DeBora
Rayford, Worthy Matron and Brother
Walter James, Worthy Patron are working strong. WM Rayford’s theme:
“Remember the past, Challenge the present, and Embrace the future” is exactly
what we do in our chapter. Vashti
Grimes Pullen Chapter began the year
with our annual Prayer Bruch at Sky
house south in beautiful downtown Atlanta. Exodus Lodge No. 593 with Brother James E. Rush 32̊, Worshipful master attended to show support to their sister chapter. We took time to show to
view midtown Atlanta which shows an
awesome view of Stone Mountain, GA.
Vashti Grimes Pullen Chapter had an
awesome Annual Five Point Tea which was a great success in an effort to scholarships to upcoming
college students. Vashti Grimes Pullen Chapter supported Exodus Lodge No. 593 in their fund raising efforts for the lodge. Thank you to both Grand Lodge and District officers as well as Local chapters and lodges which continue to support Vashti Grimes Pullen Chapter No. 586.
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Griffin Lodge No. 317: Back to School Explosion!
Submitted by: Bro Abdul R Salaam, WM
On July 26, 2015 at Griffin City Park, Griffin Lodge #317, Griffin Chapter #386, Bokar Temple No.
166 and Lady Nazarene Court UD along with the Joint Collaboration of other Sponsors and Business
Owners, Back to School Explosion was a Huge Success, with the greatest attendance to date with
over 2,000 guest taking part in the event, we had more than 50 sponsors that partnered with us
providing supplies, backpacks, food, clothing and other items to the community. The event provided
fun and games for kids, hair care for participants and health and wellness screenings for many families. We were able to provide over 1, 200 children with supplies for the upcoming school year. Many
thanks and congratulations to the Community, Sponsors, Volunteers, Business Owners, Chapter,
Court, Temple and Lodge for making this event successful!
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Pride of Forsyth Chapter No.144 (O.E.S.)
Macon District No. 5
On May 2, 2015, the Sisters and
Brothers of Pride of Forsyth hosted
their 1st Free Community Health and
Awareness Day on the Square in
downtown Forsyth, Georgia. The
Mayor as well as other local officials
supported this event and asked that
we make it An Annual Affair. There
were medical vendors with free
screenings, hospital vendors, churches, insurance companies, heath departments, local fire dept., police department, non-medical vendors with
free information and free goodies.
There were free inflatables and popcorn for the children along with free
rides on the Police Department mobile scooters. The event was a huge success. Our special
thanks go to our chairperson, Sister Adrione King for her
hard work and dedicated to this event.
Pride of Forsyth has served Monroe County for 32 Years.
Sis. Pauline Moore Worthy Matron
Bro. Michael Johnson, Worthy Patron
Submitted by PWM Mary Goodman-Watts
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New Starlight Chapter No. 44 Loses Past Matron
Pulaski, GA
Sister Wanda Kay Williams Walker, PM, was born
on November 12, 1968, to the late Edward and Lois Williams. She was the youngest of seven children. She departed this life on Sunday, June 21, 2015, at East Georgia
Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, Georgia.
The Bulloch County native was a graduate of Portal
High School in Portal, Georgia. She was a member of the
Pine Grove Holiness Church in Portal. Sister Walker was
initiated into the New Starlight Chapter #44 Order of Eastern Star in Pulaski, Georgia on October 3, 2000. She
reigned as Statesboro District #18 Queen and held several
offices including Treasurer and Associate Matron during
her tenure. Sister Walker served faithfully as Worthy Matron from 2009-2011. She enjoyed attending the
Grand Sessions and Prince Hall Day events along with other chapter and district functions. In addition, she
was also an advocate for the youth. Her favorite youth project was participating in the Great American Cleanup in Bulloch County. Although Sister Walker’s health limited her, she continued to persevere despite the difficulties. On January 30, 2010, Statesboro District #18 presented her with the Perseverance Award. Sister
Walker is truly climbing Jacob’s ladder and every round goes higher and higher!
She leaves to cherish her memories: her husband, Clayton Walker; three children
Clayton (Jaleisia) Williams, Sr.; Corey Walker and Cheyenne Walker all of Portal,
GA; and two grandchildren, Clayton Williams, Jr. Portal, GA, and Braylan Smalls,
Savannah, GA.
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Sister Pearl Tanner, PDWM, Celebrates 80th Birthday!
Statesboro District No. 18
On Saturday, March 28, 2015, children and grandchildren of
Sister Pearl Tanner, PDWM of Statesboro District #18, honored her as she celebrated her 80th birthday at the Metter
Community Center in Metter, Georgia. Sister Tanner was
born in Bulloch County on March 10, 1935 to the late Mr.&
Mrs. Willie McCollum. The theme for this joyous occasion
was “Down Thru the Years.” Escorted by her grandson, Mr.
Larry Brown, Sister Tanner was gorgeous in her lavender and
purple attire. She was serenaded by the Ellis Family which
included Sisters Delores Hagins, PM, and Shanta Ellis of Rose
Metter #249 who sung several selections including her favorite, “Another Blessing.” Special guest was her pastor, Rev.
Gregory Thomas and the New Hope Missionary Baptist
Church family of Register, Georgia, members of New Starlight
#44 and Pulaski Lodge # 319 and other chapters and lodges
of Statesboro District #18. Remarks were given by family and
friends including Brother Leon Brown, PDDGM, and Sister
Frances Thompson, Past Associate District Worthy Matron of District #18.
Sister Tanner’s affiliation with the Prince Hall Family began May 17, 1971,
when she joined Cape Jessamine Chapter #86 OES in Statesboro, Georgia.
The brothers of Pulaski Lodge #319 had a vision to establish a sisterhood to
work beside them. Therefore, in 1985, Sister Tanner and three other sisters
demitted from Cape Jessamine to form New Starlight Chapter #44 OES in
Pulaski, Georgia. She faithfully served as Worthy Matron in 1989-1995. She
also served as the District Worthy Matron of Statesboro Masonic District
#18 in 1997-2000. In 2006, she received her Life membership certificate
and pin. At 80 years old, Sister Tanner is still very dedicated and active in
her church, chapter, and community. She participates in many of the local,
district, and grand activities and currently serves as district lecturer of District #18. She is also a member of
the Eva J. Moore Assembly #348 Order of the Golden Circle in Statesboro.
Sister Tanner was married to the late Brother Clymon Tanner, Sr. She has eight children: Louell, Karen, Annette, Judy, Sandra, Clymon, Jr., Benjamin, and Jacqueline; 16 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and 2
great, great grandchildren. Sister Tanner resides in Register, Georgia, and is retired from the East Georgia
Medical Center in Statesboro.
Sister Tanner’s Children
“Hat Cake for the Hat Lady”
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Prince Hall Grand Chapter, Order of Eastern Star
Grand Youth Chapter
Jurisdiction of Georgia
Sister Lynnette S. Hymes
Grand Worthy Matron
Brother Sam McDonald
Grand Worthy Patron
Sister Mary A. James
Grand Youth Directress
Sister Sherri Davis
Grand Assistant Youth Directress
Honorable Bruce A. James, 33°
Most Worshipful Grand Master
Miss Kobe Wilson
Grand Youth President
"Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it"
~ Proverbs 22:6
GRAND YOUTH OFFICERS RETREAT
The 7th Marilyn Moore Grand Youth Officers Retreat was held in Columbus; a total of forty-nine (Officers
and their Directors) were in attendance on July 14th - 17th. The Retreat allows an opportunity to provide one-on-one
training to our Grand Youth Officers and Directors. The four days spent in Columbus were packed with very detailed training on their duties, responsibilities, demonstrations, group discussions and two field trips. Having the
chance to work with one another in a smaller environment provided an atmosphere where the Officers could openly
discuss issues and more comfortably ask questions while gaining lasting memories and friendships. As the Grand
Youth Directress, the Retreat gave me an opportunity to get to know them on a personal level and identify their
strengths.
The 'Leadership' material presented was well received. The youth actively participated in meetings by answering
questions and sharing personal experiences regarding how communication and integrity played a vital role in their
lives. Each was given four homework assignments to be completed before arrival to include their introduction in the
form of a song or poem and various topics on leadership. The 'Introduction' assignment was both interesting and
hilarious; the new officers learned something about their peers and all of us loosened up with bursts of laughter during this hour.
The one-on-one training was also well received; they were paired with the Grand Youth Directress, Grand Assistant
Youth Directress, a Grand Chapter Officer or Grand Lodge Officer who gave great training based on their position.
Afterwards the group returned to their seats and shared highlights of what was learned. The most interesting part
of the day was the 'Grand Matron's Conference Call'. They were excited and honored that she took the time to
phone in and talk with them. Knowing their names and asking direct questions was a special moment that brought
a beam of light to their faces. The Directors all echoed how happy they were as they've NEVER witnessed that before; a Grand Worthy Matron taking time from her very busy work day for Knowledge Share via conference call
with the youth. We were all very happy and excited for her contribution to the Retreat.
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During the Retreat there were many wonderful events and moments from the Officers. I was very impressed with
the younger group (Ethan Hollis, Logan Massey, JaMarcus Fisher, Madison Miller and Shavonte' Bolds). While at
the National Infantry Museum you'd think they would've been lost in the many rooms of war artifacts and memorabilia instead they just consumed what the tour guide had to share and asked tons of questions. Having studied
about the wars and leaders in school it was great for them to see the displays and relate to the history books. They
wore that young tour guide out with their knowledge.
I cannot give enough accolades to Sister Christie Hudson, District Planning Coordinator and members of Columbus
District for what they did to make our stay perfect. They were asked to prepare four meals for us, provide security
and assist me with finding transportation. They went above and beyond, rolling out a red carpet of perfect hospitality for us.
On Thursday, July 16th the group accompanied by the District Worthy Matron and two members of the Planning
Committee traveled to Tuskegee University for a guided tour of the campus. We were quite happy to see various
historical places to include the home of Booker T. Washington (The Oaks), the George Washington Carver Museum
and the Tuskegee Airmen Museum. We also had the pleasure of eating lunch in the campus restaurant, Dorothy's
Place where we truly enjoyed a tasty meal.
While in Tuskegee we took advantage of an opportunity to deliver donated items to the Veteran's Hospital for
wounded warriors and senior citizens residing in the VA's Community Living Center. Arrangements were also made
to take the group on a guided bus tour of the campus. Many thanks to the Chapters and Districts for the donations,
the presentation would not have been possible without your assistance.
The Retreat wrapped up with a social for the Grand Youth Officers on Thursday evening at the Columbus Masonic
Temple. Brothers and Sisters of District No. 4 provided food, a DJ and tons of fun for them. The Officers danced,
ate and socialized all evening.
Again, I cannot give enough accolades to Columbus District for hosting the 7 th Marilyn Moore Grand Youth Officer's
Retreat, everything you did for us was very much appreciated. I must also recognize those persons who contributed
to the "Leadership" training, they are: Miss Kobe Wilson, GYP, Sister Sherri Davis, GAYD, Brother Sam McDonald,
GWP, Sister Deaidra Wilson, GAM, Brother CJ James, GAP, Sister Saundra Parks, GC, Sister Mary Surry, GT and
Brother Dannie Surry, GL Chaplain. A big thank you also goes out to the many Youth Directors who made it possible for the Grand Youth Officers to be in attendance and gave of themselves to assist when needed.
Sister Lynnette S. Hymes, Grand Worthy Matron was unable to join us this year due to responsibilities on her job.
We wanted her to know just how much we appreciate and love her so each participant was asked to bring an item
representative of the city they live in. All items were placed in a beautiful basket arranged by Sister Felicia George
Prince and delivered to the Grand Matron. She was overwhelmed with joy to receive it.
To the Grand Youth Officers, 'Thank You' for attending and participating in your Training Retreat. It was a pleasure
to spend four days with you. To Sister Marilyn Moore, Past Grand Worthy Matron who missed her first Retreat due
to a previous commitment, WE MISSED YOU!
Humbly Submitted by:
Sister Mary A. James
Grand Youth Directress
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GRAND YOUTH
OFFICERS
RETREAT
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GRAND YOUTH
OFFICERS RETREAT
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King Solomon Youth Chapter No. 133- Marietta, GA
Youth Director: Sis. Felicia D. Snead
Assistant Youth Director: Sis. Tausha Tate
Youth President: Veronique Dupree
Inaugural Family Gala
July 26, 2015
SUCCESS!!! King Solomon Youth Chapter No. 133 has done an exceptional job on their Inaugural Family Gala.
KSYC No. 133 Inaugural Mother/Son - Father/Daughter Family Gala was held on Sunday, July 26, 2015 in
Marietta, GA at Harvest Hall Banquet Room. This Gala was birth on an idea where funds collected would be
used for the following Community Outreach pillars of our Youth Chapter: school supplies and feeding the
homeless for 7 Bridges to Recovery, expense related to outreach for the Ronald McDonald House, and next
year's Grand Youth Session King & Queen's Contest whereby funds that are raised in this annual contest are
awarded in scholarships to deserving graduating High School students in the State of Georgia. 7 Bridges to Recovery is a Women and Children’s shelter that has been ‘adopted’ by both the Youth and Sister Chapters of
King Solomon. The Garden, as 7 Bridges is affectionately referred to, is home to about 60 women and 40 children that have been rescued from homelessness or broken situations. It is God’s hospital, a place where they
can come and be healed where the residents are allowed to stay as long as they need to at no charge. Bible study
is three times a day and is mandatory for all residents. They offer many classes and resources but spiritual restoration is their main goal. 7 Bridges to Recovery wants to see them set-free from past bondage and cycles and
move on to be lights wherever they go from there. We are excited about our continued partnership with this
ministry as we help them, they in turn, help us to grow spiritually and emotionally by giving and supporting
their needs.
In addition to dinner and a stimulating program that included a motivational speech by our very own, Youth
Faith McMullen, we were also entertained by sister/brother gospel rap duo, Alyssia & Jared Smith, as well as
blessed by MOU (Men of Unity step team) of New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. A special thank you
to: Atlanta District No. 3-West officers: Assistant District Deputy Grand Master, Marcus McCombs and son;
District Worthy Matron, Sis. Denise Mundy; and District Associate Matron, Sis. Cathleen Hearst for their enthusiasm and support! Those in attendance participated in interactive activities, games, and raffles throughout
the evening with the finale being a trophy awarded to the ‘Best Dressed Family!” It was a fun-filled event for all
ages!
Please SAVE THE DATE for 2016 (weekend of July 23rd) for King Solomon Youth Chapter No. 133’s Annual
Family Gala. Thank you to all those who came out and supported our youth.
One Team – One Dream Lives On!
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King Solomon Youth Chapter No. 133- Marietta, GA
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King Solomon Youth Chapter No. 133- Marietta, GA
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Peace Chapter No. 146 and St. James Lodge No. 4
From Easter Egg Hunts to Christmas Toy Drives, Peace Chapter No. 146 and St. James Lodge No. 4 host a variety of
joint activities throughout the year.
August is a particularly busy month for the Chapter and Lodge.
The Annual Joint Friends and Family Day was held Saturday August 1, 2015. This was a day of food, fellowship, and
fun. The event was well attended and attendees left with full bellies and smiling faces.
The weekend following Friends and Family Day has come to be known as the ‘Joint Service to God and Man Weekend’. Saturday, August 8th, was spent donating, sorting, and packing schools supplies for Benteen Elementary
School. Sisters and Brothers packed over 60 book bags and a variety of teacher supply boxes for donation the following Monday. On Sunday, August 9, our Joint Service Weekend continued with a church visitation at Little Friendship
Missionary Baptist Church located at 315 5th Avenue Decatur, GA 30030 for 11:00 a.m. service where both Chapter
and Lodge presented donations to the church. Afterwards, Sisters and Brothers enjoyed a fellowship dinner at Murrell’s Cafém@ ITC located at 700 Martin Luther King Junior Drive Southwest Atlanta, GA 30314. A great weekend
was had by all.
These are just a few of the joint activities hosted by the Chapter and Lodge on an annual basis. Next up – Free Community Health and Wellness Fair Saturday, September 26, 2015 located at the Adamsville Recreation Center 3201
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive NW Atlanta, GA 30311.
“Coming together is a BEGINNING. Keeping together is PROGRESS. Working together is SUCCESS.”
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Prince Hall “New Beginnings” Team
The members of
Prince Hall “New Beginnings” Team would
like to thank everyone
whom has given support and helped with
fundraising for the
renovations at the
Lodge Hall located at
330 Auburn Avenue.
Our 330 Auburn Avenue home is historic
and we are giving
much time and effort
to renovate the building. Our latest project was the remodeling of the 3rd floor Ladies and Gentlemen restrooms. After much effort and fundraising - the finished project was a beautiful
success! Thank you to the Grand Lodge, Grand Chapter, District officers, chapters
and lodges which give continued support to New Beginnings. Next Step will be to
renovate the 3rd floor Order of Eastern Star Chapter room and the two Anti Rooms.
Please continue to support Price Hall “New beginnings” team in our efforts to renovate our building.
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Central City Masonic Lodge #12 & Central City Chapter #46, OES
1st Annual Joint Back to School Event
On August 1, 2015 Central
Chapter #46 had a successful
Avenue community passing
supplies. The school supplies
ral notes, Composition noteers, markers, pens, pencils,
crayons, and pencil pouch.
games and activities with the
families had the opportunity
Firefighters who talked about
gave out badges and hats to
and also let them experience
firefighter by working the
the fire truck. The families
opportunity to talk with the
City Lodge #12 and Central City
Grab Bag day for the Houston
out 100 bags filled with school
consisted of Notebook paper, Spibook, folders, index cards, eraspencil sharpeners, ABC books,
The kids enjoyed various outside
members of Central City. The
to enjoy the
fire safety,
the children,
the duties of a
equipment on
also had the
deputy sheriff
and his mascot “Eddie the Eagle” who
passed out finger printing cards to the
adults and smiles to all the youth. We also
had a voter’s registration table which consisted of the voter registration application
and a pamphlet of all of the upcoming elections and an informational table with various materials given out. “What an
amazing day for the Houston Avenue Community. We are so
grateful to have been able to do so much for the families and
will continue to be a driving force in the community and lead by
example. It was such a joy to
pass out school supply and see
the excitement in the children’s
eyes for the upcoming school year. The remaining 91 Grab Bags will be divided between the Lodge and Chapter respectively and distributed out to their adopted
schools. Special thanks to the Fire department, the Sheriff department, the Voter
Registration Administration, and to Kroger’s for their support!
Below are just a few of the wonderful pictures of our events.
This does not represent all of the activities or families that
came out to this grand event.
Chair persons
Sister Tamika Burney-CCC#46
Brother Reginald Parsons-CCL#12
Co-Chair person
Sister Lynette Scarbrough-CCC#46
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Cornerstone Lodge No. 8, Back Pack Give-away
Brothers of Cornerstone Lodge #8 PHA Masons provide over 50 back packs to local youth in Brunswick, GA community.
Pictured: (Left to Right) B. Walker, WM O. Brown,
J. Fuller, J. Mayes, L. Johnson, and D. Wynn Sr.
Not Picture Brothers L. Mungin, H. Sheffield, P.
Ranson, D. Porter, J. Spencer, R, Cohen, and J.
Williams
Cornerstone Lodge No. 8, visits COGM 2015
Brothers of Cornerstone
Lodge #8 attended Conference of Grand Masters
in Atlanta, GA
Pictured: (Left to Right) Brothers Barrette Walker, Maurice Butler, Grand Master Bruce James,
and Jonathan Henley
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Baldwin Lodge No. 159 Annual Family and Friends Day
Submitted by: Brother Danreco Tucker, SW
It has always been a tradition since
Baldwin Lodge #159 inception, to
make all members, visitors, and nonmembers, feel as if they are family.
This tradition continued on July 25,
2015, during the Second Annual Baldwin Lodge#159 Family and Friends
Day. There were cars lining the
streets like a black Friday Shopping
Event allowing only one direction of
travel for three blocks. There were
Clowns braving the heat as they entertained kids of all ages with face painting, balloon animals, and pictures.
Tents were statically placed on the
lawn for the community to take refuge
out of the sun, smoke bellowing from
four grills as the Brothers endured the
heat and hot grease from the fish fryer
as they prepared the meal for the community. Once all the food was prepared, the Brothers took their place on the serving line like a well chorography symphony as the community members systemically moved through the serving line as
they selected the food items of their choice. Some of the guest took a considerable amount of time to make their selection
because of the extensive food items that were being offered. The menu consisted of: Potato and Pasta Salad, Grilled Ribs,
Chicken, Turkey Wings, Fish, Hot Dogs, Sausages, Hamburgers, French Fries, Poke and Beans, Lays Potato Chips, Pie,
and other deserts that seemed to disappear as soon as it hit the table. Unlimited cases of bottled water, sodas, and juice
kept everyone cool as they enjoyed their meals. The Brothers rotated in shifts as the guest arrived to enjoy the festivities
and greeted each guest with cheerful smile they urge them to eat as much as their heart desired. As the guests feasted
and socialized, a brother provided music that was soothing for all ages to enjoy. Everyone in attendance enjoyed themselves beyond comprehension as evident by their unwillingness bid their family and friends Goodbye as the night drew to
a close. The event lasted from 5:00 p.m. until well after 10:30 p.m. and at the end of the night, the Brothers of Baldwin
Lodge #159 realized that the Second Annual Family and Friends Day felt more like a Family Reunion than a community
event.
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Lovejoy Chapter No. 246 Volunteers for Back To School Event
On July 31st Brooks County Family
Connection in Quitman, Georgia
held its annual School Supply Giveaway. Sisters of LoveJoy #246
(Quitman) volunteered by organizing and handing out bags of school
supplies for children in the community.
Pictured above: Sis Annette Stewart
Pictured below: Sisters Theclyn Seay and Kimberly Davis
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Sisters and Brothers-UNITED: Peace Chapter No. 146 & St.
James Lodge No. 4
From Easter Egg Hunts to Christmas Toy Drives, Peace Chapter No. 146 and St. James Lodge No. 4 host a variety of joint activities throughout the year.
August is a particularly busy month for the Chapter and Lodge.
The Annual Joint Friends and Family Day was held Saturday August 1, 2015. This was a day of food, fellowship, and fun. The event was well attended and attendees left with full bellies and smiling faces.
The weekend following Friends and Family Day has come to be known as the ‘Joint Service to God and Man
Weekend’. Saturday, August 8th, was spent donating, sorting, and packing schools supplies for Benteen Elementary School. Sisters and Brothers packed over 60 book bags and a variety of teacher supply boxes for donation the following Monday. On Sunday, August 9, our Joint Service Weekend continued with a church visitation at Little Friendship Missionary Baptist Church located at 315 5th Avenue Decatur, GA 30030 for 11:00
a.m. service where both Chapter and Lodge presented donations to the church. Afterwards, Sisters and Brothers enjoyed a fellowship dinner at Murrell’s Cafém@ ITC located at 700 Martin Luther King Junior Drive
Southwest Atlanta, GA 30314. A great weekend was had by all.
These are just a few of the joint activities hosted by the Chapter and Lodge on an annual basis. Next up – Free
Community Health and Wellness Fair Saturday, September 26, 2015 located at the Adamsville Recreation
Center 3201 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive NW Atlanta, GA 30311.
“Coming together is a BEGINNING. Keeping together is PROGRESS. Working together is SUCCESS.”
Submitted by Sis Marquisa Jenkins, WM
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Statesboro District No. 18: Annual Meeting
Statesboro District No. 18, officers and members, welcomed RW Jonathan
White, Grand Jr. Warden/Zone 2 Coordinator and Sis. Saundra Parks, Grand
Conductress/Zone 2 Coordinator, to their Annual Meeting. Statesboro District's Queen and First Runner-Up for the State, Sis. Edwena Rawls was present for the meeting, also.
Following the joint meeting, Sisters and Brothers assembled in their respective closed sessions for the purpose of holding their election for officers
for the 2015-2016 fiscal year.
Bro. William George, DDGM
Sis. Charleen Kilcrease, DWM
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Griffin Lodge No. 317: Community Outreach
On August 12, 2015 The Brothers of Griffin Lodge #317 participated in the Speak Up Speak Out Community Outreach Meeting along with The City of Griffin Police Department to show our support and
for the Community to see that we care about our Youth. The meeting took place at Rising Star Baptist Church. Our presence spoke volume, we got a chance to see and hear the needs and concerns
dealing with gang violence in the Community. Griffin Lodge #317 has vowed to be a vital force of
support partnering with others to find ways to help change the violent patterns that is plaguing our
communities. Moving forward with the vision to turn Violence into the true meaning of Benevolence by showing the youth how to do good deeds to others and find ways to be productive in the
community.
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Gate City PHAmily Cookout
After the conclusion of our Annual Grand Session, both Gate City Lodge No. 42 and Gate City
Chapter No. 48 were exhausted from all the
work that went into helping contribute to its success. On Saturday, July 11th, we joined together
on a hot afternoon to fellowship with friends and
family for our Annual Gate City PHAmily Cookout. That afternoon, we enjoyed great music,
food, card games and softball. The PHAmily
spirit was high. The heat nor the bugs could
chase us away as we laughed, loved and took a
break from “the work” to enjoy some much deserved downtime.
Gate City 3-Peats at H.R. Butler Annual Bowling Tournament
To conclude the weekend
of July 11th, Gate City
Lodge No. 42 had the fortune to participate in
H.R. Butler No. 23
Lodge’s Annual Bowling
Tournament. Having
won the last two tournaments, we knew that H.R.
Butler had plans to
thwart a three-peat.
With a hard fought battle
of friendly competition
between these two historic lodges, in the end Gate
City once again was able
to take home first place
and record a three-peat
in this tournament that is
held to raise money for
scholarships.
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Augusta District No. 2: Making a Statement in the Community
Giving Back and being a pillar to the Community
is what we stand for and enjoy doing. As our
Worthy Matron from Lucy C. Laney Chapter No.
20, Juanita Long encourages us with her inspiring
words that we have now embraced as our Motto
"Team Work is Dream Work".
On May 28, 2015 Lucy C. Laney Chapter No. 20
and Belle S. Clark No. 107 youth group at our
"Hat Outreach Project" donated Hats to the Cancer patients at MCG Cancer Center. On June 17,
2015 Sisters from Mary McLeod Bethune No. 468
and Lucy C. Laney Chapter No. 20 helped out a
family that was in need of a place to stay and food
to eat and everyone came together and helped in
providing a place for them and some food to eat
in this time of need. On June 20, 2015 Lucy C.
Laney Chapter No. 20 helped prepare food for
over 600 meals to feed homeless families at Golden Harvest. June 27, 2015 Queen's Car Wash
Fundraiser with Sisters and Brothers of Lucy C.
Laney Chapter No. 20, Belle S. Clark No. 107
Youth Group , KOP-John G. Zeiglar Council No. 1.
June 28, 2015 Augusta Masonic District 2 at St.
Johns Day celebration in Sparta, Georgia at Macedonia Baptist Church hosted by Compass Lodge
No. 160 and Excelsior Chapter No. 53 with youth
groups Walter B. Freeman No. 393 and Belle S.
Clark No. 107 and Mitchell-Way Youth Group No.
376. On July 11, 2015 our 2016 Queen Sister
Wendy Ferrier had a Fellowship Breakfast Fundraiser at Applebee’s and also gave out Fruit baskets to some of our Lifetime members. July 18,
2015 Belle S. Clark No. 107 youth group at the
Golden Harvest helping serve food for the homeless. On July 25, 2015 we all came together and
enjoyed this time of fellowship from Augusta Masonic District 2 Family Fun Day Cookout hosted
by Lucy C. Laney Chapter No. 20 and Bannaker
Lodge No. 3 at Elijah Clark State Park in Lincolnton, Georgia. The next day July 26, 2015 the
brothers and sisters from Augusta Masonic District No. 2 came together for praise and worship
and had an enjoyable service at New Zion Missionary Baptist Church during our quarterly
church visitation. July 28, 2015 the Lupus Foundation Fundraiser at Skateland hosted by the Lupus Committee. On August 3, 2015 Lucy C. Laney
Chapter No. 20 at our Annual Back to school
drive which we collected school supplies that were
donated and prepared them and passed them out
for unprivileged families in the community.
Submitted by Sis Wendy Ferrier
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Foundation Lodge No. 592: Adopt-A-Mile
Foundation Lodge #592 had its second Adopt-A-Mile for the
year on July 18th, 2015. The Brothers of Foundation Lodge
take great pride in this quarterly initiative. We contribute to
keeping the community of Smyrna clean and free of litter, on
Atlanta road, despite the vicissitudes and inclemency of the
season. Our zeal for the institution of
Masonry, the progress we have made in
the mystery and our conformity to its
regulations continue to identify us as
proper objects for the favor and esteem
of this most ancient and honorable order.
With this knowledge, its aims and purposes, we sacrifice ourselves to be pillars in the community. We serve as living examples of the tenants which make up this great association.
Our aim is to ensure that no duty of benevolence and charity is
left undone. We properly apply these purposes to the best advantage and use this opportunity to walk upright in our community. The Brothers of Foundation
Lodge look forward to the clean-up and fellowship associated with Adopt-A-Mile. We invite potential
new candidates/members to see for themselves the great work we do in the community. In addition to the fellowship, we take
great pride in our partnership with Keep
Smyrna Beautiful which started back in
2003.
Submitted by Bro. Ramon McDonald, Junior Deacon
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Villa Rica Lodge No. 584 Awards Deserving Young Minds
On behalf of Worshipful Master Crandell Lewis, the brothers of Villa Rica Lodge #584 PHA found it a pleasure to inform three graduating high school senior applicants that they had been selected to be recipients of the 2015 Past Master Ben Sexton/Bro. Perry Watts Scholarship in the amount of $650.00 each. Villa Rica Lodge #584 participates
alongside other community services organizations in publicly acknowledging our scholarship winners during their
respective Seniors Awards/Scholarship banquets.
Cherrelle Payne of Paulding County High School was nominated by Bro. Kyle Sewer. Cherrelle graduates with high honors, having provided much service to the community, and plans to attend Georgia Southern University.
Jasmine Elliott of Douglas County High School was nominated by Bro. Eddie Hines. Jasmine graduates with high honors, having provided much service to the community, and plans to attend Savannah College of Art and Design.
Joshua Sparks of Douglas County High School was nominated by PM. Craig Reed. Joshua graduates with high honors,
having provided much service to the community, and plans to attend Morehouse College.
This scholarship was created for the purpose of providing post-secondary assistance to students seriously interested in
furthering their education. To that end, our lodge is honored in financially assisting these most worthy students in the
pursuit of their positive aspirations in higher education.
Pictured above: Jasmine Elliott, her mother, Joshua Sparks, and Bro. Collins,
Cherrelle Payne, PM B. Sexton, WM C. Lewis, and her family
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Thomasville District #10
2015 Annual Grand Lodge Cook-out
Thomasville District#10 show up in record numbers to support their own
MWGM Bruce A. James
Family members of the late Past Grand Worthy Patron E.E.
McIntyre (Thomasville Dist. #10) fellowship with members
of Dist. #10
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City of Guyton, GA has a new “Top Cop”
Brother Kelphie K. Lundy is the Director of Public
Safety/Chief of Police and also the part time City
Manager for the City of Guyton in Guyton, Guyton.
He was hired for the position of Director/Chief on
March 2nd of this year, (just about six months ago).
He was just recently as of August 21st of this year
given the position of part time City Manager as
well.
Brother Lundy has been in law enforcement for
fifteen years & five months. He started his career
with the Statesboro Police Department and
worked his way up through the ranks as a Patrol
Officer, Corporal, Detective and Watch Sergeant.
He was also the Commander of the Honor Guard for approximately 6 years.
For a short time, Brother Lundy also worked as a Deputy in the Effingham County
Sheriff’s Office for approximately a year and a half of his law enforcement career.
Brother Lundy have had hundreds of hours of training through the Georgia Peace
Officers Standards and Training Council and graduated from the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police School earlier this year.
Brother Lundy is currently enrolled in Troy
University online to purse a Bachelor’s degree
in Criminal Justice.
Brother Lundy is in his second year as Worshipful Master in Pulaski Lodge#319
(District#18), he is also a member of Pulaski
Royal Arch Chapter 12-B, Swainsboro Consistory#317 and Omar Temple#21 in Savannah, Georgia. Brother Lundy was originally part of Truthful Lodge#375 in Portal, Georgia.
Brother Lundy has four wonderful children (three daughters: Kennedy, Kandis,
Zoie and a son: Kelsey) whom all are from Bulloch County, Georgia. Brother Lundy
is the son of Wanda Lundy who also a resident of Bulloch County, Georgia. Brother
Lundy is a member of Johnson Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Portal, Georgia. Brother Lundy was born and raised in Bulloch County (Statesboro), Georgia.
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Summer 2015
New Starlight Chapter No. 44 Scholarship Recipient Makes
Dean’s List
Mr. Corey McCollum of Statesboro, Georgia, achieved
academic honors by being selected for the Spring 2015
Dean’s List maintaining a GPA of 3.8. Corey is a 2013
honor graduate of Southeast Bulloch High School,
Brooklet, Georgia, where he was a scholar athlete. He
currently attends Savannah State University where he
is a junior and is majoring in Civil Engineer. Mr.
McCollum was chosen as the 2013 & 2014 scholarship
recipient of New Starlight Chapter #44 OES in Pulaski, Georgia. He has also received the PSLSAMP Engineering Scholarship. His other activities include volunteering in Leadership Development Programs and secretary of Male Initiative. He is a member of
Historical First African Baptist Church in Statesboro, Georgia, where he
participates in the Young Adult Choir. Mr. McCollum is the son of Jimmy
and Lawanda McCollum of Statesboro, Georgia. He has one brother,
Christopher McCollum. He is also the grandson of Sister Clara M. Frink,
PM, who resides in Metter, Georgia, and is a member of New Starlight
Chapter #44 OES. Congratulations, Corey!
Submitted by Sis Annette Cobb, WM
Pictured above: Mr. Corey McCollum
(r) and his grandmother, Sister Clara
Frink, PM (l) attend Statesboro District #18 2015 Annual Education Day
in Claxton, Georgia.
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Cornerstone Lodge No. 8, Adopt-a-Highway
Member’s of Cornerstone Lodge # 8 has elected to participate in the Glynn/Brunswick Adopt-Ahighway program. Members are task to clean and maintain an 1.5 mile area within a low income area
of Brunswick, GA. This event will be performed quarterly by Brothers of Cornerstone Lodge # 8
Brunswick Masonic District #7.
Pictured: (Left to Right) Bro. Larry Mungin, FC. Johnson, FC. Fuller, FC Paul Ranson and Bro. Barrette Walker
Pictured: (Left to Right) . Larry Mungin, Johnthan Henley,
Jimmy Braently, Craig Armstrong, WM Oscar Brown,
Charles Freeman, James Mays, Porter, and Clinton Stevens
Not Pictured: Bro. Barrette Walker
Pictured: (Left to Right) Bro.
Barrette Walker, Bro. James
Mayes, Bro. Carlos Troupe and
Bro. Jonathan Henley. Not Pictured: Bro Seymore.
CLEAN COMMUNITY PROVIDE A SAFE COMMUNITY
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A Deputy’s Appreciation…
From DDGM Matthew Lewis, Atlanta District No. 3 East
I would like thank my District Team for the work you’re doing in this
District.
You, our Lodges and Chapters are making a difference and the community is grateful for all your hard work, below are a listed of a few of the projects:
The MLK Service Project, Church Visitations, Quinn House Toiletry
Drive, Meals on Wheels, Battered Women Shelter, Atlanta Food Bank,
Atlanta Food Bank Hunger Walk, Reliable Health and Rehab Center,
Easter Egg Hunts, Hosea Feed The Hungry, Sickle Cell Annual Road
Race, The Kidney Walk, Family and Friend Outings, Back to School
Drives, Backpacks Give Away, Adopt a Highway Programs, Coat and
Blanket Drive, Foster Care Shoe Boxes, American Heart Walk, Breast
Cancer Walk, Aids Walk, Cancer Walk, Alzheimer Walk, Scholarship
Awards, Thanksgiving and Christmas Baskets, Toy Drive, The Angel Tree
Gifts Distribution, Supporting our Widows, New Beginning Team (330
Auburn Ave., Renovation Projects), Support and Work on Grand Session Committees, Support and Attend St
John’s Day and Prince Hall Weekend, Community Center Volunteers, Scattering Resources, Project Live
Love, PBS and GBP Volunteer, Father Day Dances, Nicholas House, March of Dimes Walk, Mentoring Program, Support the KOP and Catherine Brown Youth Chapter, Heath Screenings/Voter Registration, and Walk
to End Homelessness, to name a few.
As you can see this District is a busy hard working District, again congratulation and thanks to the following
Lodges and Chapters for your support and commitment to the foundation of our organization.
St. James # 4
W.C. Thomas # 112
Friendship # 20
Mansfield # 295
Chattahoochee # 31
Silver Leaf # 457
Star of Georgia # 492
X.L. Neal # 588
Exodus # 593
True Level # 595
Derwin Brown # 599
Ft. Gillem # 601
Ruth Chapter # 102
Star of Georgia Chapter # 378
Morris Brown Chapter # 130
Julia K. Neal Chapter # 582
Peach Chapter # 146
Gold Link Chapter # 204
Vashti Grimes Pullen chapter # 585
True Level Chapter # 591
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Foundation Lodge No. 592: Anniversary Cookout
Foundation Lodge #592 – The Flagship, located in Smyrna, Georgia (District 3 West)
celebrated our 12th Anniversary by having a cookout on Saturday June 18 th, 2015. It was
a fun filled day with an inflated bouncing castle for the kids, basketball tournament and
great food for the 70 plus people in attendance. Foundation Lodge was chartered on
June 13th, 2003 and The Flagship has been sailing strong ever since! Foundation Chapter #587 also came out to show
love and support. This served as a
great way for PHAmily and Family
dwell together in unity!
Submitted by Bro. Larry Jackson, Jr.
to
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Cape Jessamine Chapter No. 86: Grateful hearts
“Overwhelmed”
July 28th- Cape Jessamine members, along with John Wesley Lodge No. 161 and Statesboro Force, a middle
school basketball team, joined together to provide a Back-to-School-Bash for boys and girls of Blakewood
Community (subsidized housing apartments). The groups provided hot dogs, chips, and juice, for the children. Back-to-School Bags were stuffed with pencils, paper, binders, notebooks, index cards, pens, tooth
brushes, tooth paste, composition books, crayons, glue sticks and erasers. Tracy, the manager at Blakewood
welcomed us to come and give back to the community. With joyful hearts, love and happiness, we were able to
distribute about 60 bags and feed the same number of children.
The Worthy Matron, Sis. Bettye Harper, thanked
the Back to School Committee, Sis. Carriebell Roberts
and Sis. Karen Nunnally, for a job well done!
“Yesterday proved what we are all about – SERVICE,”
she said. Sis. Harper thanked the Brothers of John Wesley Lodge for a donation of $100.00 for supplies and for
their assistance with the Back to School Bash. She also
thanked the Sisters of Cape Jessamine for their donations and assistance, Statesboro Force basketball Team
for their contribution and Dr. Larry Hubbard’s Office
staff for toothbrushes and toothpaste.
The Back-to-School Committee had these words to say:
“There are not enough words to describe how
grateful the back to school committee is for the
time, donations, and generosity that you have given in support of the back to school outreach. Because of you, we were able to make an impact on
so many lives. We estimated close to 60 or more
children were given school supplies, book bags ,
clothes, shoes, and a small meal at Blake Wood
apartments. We have no doubt that God was present. Today’s work was what Cape Jessamine was
created to do and that is to help our community,
and therefore, change lives. As God’s servants, we
touched the hearts of some today, and
helped mothers, fathers, and children in need
without the expectation of a reward.”
We were overwhelmed with gratitude!
Let us not be weary in well doing, for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. ~ Galatians
6:9 ~
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Veterans treated to Bingo and Fish by the Baldwin PHAmily!
Submitted by: Brother Danreco Tucker, SW
On Saturday, June 20,
2015, The Baldwin Lodge
#159 and Baldwin Chapter
#486 decided to sacrifice
their time by hosting a Bingo Party and a Fish Fry at
the Georgia War Veterans
Home, for the men and
women that has sacrificed
so much for our freedom.
The day kicked off with a
Fish Fry luncheon after all
the Veterans was escorted
from their respected living
quarters to the pavilion as
various historical stories was told along the way. All the Veterans were served some amazing hot fish, mouth
watering cake, and cold beverages and once they were finish eating, they were eager to break out their Bingo
Boards before their pants no longer contained buttons and belt buckles. Once inside the Activity Room, the
competition and the trash talking begin to build as the numbers were called out one after another. The action
kept everyone in attendance glued to their seats and with all eyes fixed on the numbers that was displayed on
their bingo cards. With each number that was being called, all veterans anticipation being the next one to Yell
out those famous words…..BINGO! The unlimited amount of prizes raised the stakes as well as their blood
pressure.
The day concluded with large smiles, handshakes, and hugs that were
exchanged between the Veterans, their family members, and the members of Baldwin #159 and Baldwin Chapter #486. The measure of success is not measured by the accolades one possesses, but the joy that
one brings to a stranger. Although, it is impossible to repay all Veterans for their Countless Sacrifices that they have made, but we can honor
them by simply volunteering your time and simply saying Thanks.
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Star of Georgia No. 492 “Ever Shinning”
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Mt. Moriah member takes national stage...
Brother Timothy Darby, II, of Mount Moriah lodge #15, located in Savannah, Georgia, was recently
elected as the General Conference Most Worthy Grand Vice Joshua for the Heroines of Jericho
P.H.A. for the United States and the Bahamas.
Pictured left to right: Bro John Fuller of California, General Conference Most Worthy Joshua; Sis
Anita Davis of Pennsylvania General Conference Most Ancient Grand Matron; and Bro Timothy Darby of Georgia, General Conference Most Worthy Grand Vice Joshua)
Bro Darby is the first elected Grand Vice Joshua from the Jurisdiction of Georgia in the 92 year history of the General conference.
The line officers rotate every two years, the 2016 conference will be held in Los Angeles CA., the site
for 2017 has not been selected.
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Gate City Chapter No 48: “Getting Back to the Basics”
In 2015, Gate City No. 48’s Worthy Matron,
Jacqueline McCoy decided that the Chapter needed to get back to the basics, to remember where
we came from and that our purpose in the community is to serve others. This year we did just
that!
The Youth of Hattie L. Simms started us off by
volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House.
They were able to prepare and serve a healthy
and nutritious meal for the parents, grandparents, family and friends of children having surgeries and other life- saving treatment at Egleston Children’s Hospital. The Youth
were able to be a blessing to others in need by giving of their time and talent. The residents were overjoyed
interacting with the Youth and were very grateful for the prayers and time the Youth were able to give them.
The Youth were thanked with gifts from the staff of the Ronald McDonald House and an abundance of hugs
and thank you’s from the residents.
As the year continued, the Chapter continued to take pride in serving the community by donating food items to My Sister’s House.
My Sister’s House is an organization that serves homeless women
and children in the Atlanta area. Gate City No. 48 was able to bless
the residents with a variety of fresh food, canned goods and other
supplies to stock their pantry.
“The City” didn’t stop there, the Sisters, Brothers and Youth volunteered at the Lupus Walk in Piedmont Park. At this event, members set up water stations to pass out water to walkers who participated in the annual walk. They also gave words of encouragement to the walkers as they walked for the cure.
We couldn’t stop there! Gate City also hosted a Senior Prom for the residents of Legacy
Nursing Home on Auburn Avenue. The residents were able to walk down the red carpet, partake of light snacks, listen to music, receive gifts and feel good about themselves. It was truly an uplifting event and all in attendance were grateful for the experience.
There are a few more exciting months left in the
and Gate City No. 48 has a lot more to offer!
year
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Carrollton Family St. John’s Day Experience
The Brothers of Carrollton Lodge #57 and Sisters of Carrollton Chapter #28 came together on Sunday,
June 28, 2015, to celebrate and enjoy a dynamic St. John’s Day service held at Kelley Chapel United
Methodist Church in Decatur, GA.
The “Carrollton connection” once again experienced an enlightening afternoon of inspirational preaching and enjoyed a wonderful fellowship with the brothers and sisters of Atlanta Masonic District #3
East and West. Some of the Grand lodge and Chapter officers that attended the service included Grand
Associate Matron, Sister Deaidra P. Wilson and Grand Assistant Lecturer and Worshipful Master of
Carrollton Lodge #57, Brother Dwight Hartage.
The Carrollton family ended the wonderful day with a presentation of a gift basket to Brother Mendez
Jeffries, winner of the Carrollton Chapter giveaway. The family is looking forward to their next opportunity to fellowship and worship with the brothers and sisters of Atlanta Masonic District #3 East and
West.
Submitted by Bro. Bertram Thomas, JW.
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WC Thomas #112
All Hands on Deck!
Atlanta Masonic District No 3 East under the leadership of District Deputy Grand
Master Matthew Lewis, Assistant District Deputy Grand Masters Don Dukes and
Reggie Walker, District Worthy Matron Kisha West and District Worthy Patron Calvin Moody participated in the Old Fourth Ward /Hope – Hill Elementary School
Back-to-School “Youth Festival”. Atlanta Masonic District No 3, Martin Luther
King, Sr. Community Resources Collaborative, Ebenezer
Baptist Church
Youth Ministry,
National Park
Service and Nabbar Temple No.
128 hosted the
event. The
“Youth Festival”
provided a day
of fun for the
school aged children in old
Fourth Ward and Hope-Hill Elementary School and was full of surprises. At 10:00
a.m., the day started with family registration and a visit to the community resources
vendor area. The vendors consisted of the likes of Mental Fitness, an afterschool/
activity program designed to improve not only physical fitness but mental fitness
through reinforced learning and computer technology. Ebenezer Baptist Church,
the Martin Luther King, Sr. Collaborative, Habitat for Humanity and SafeLink Wireless also participated as vendors. Brother C.T. Martin, Atlanta City Councilmember,
provided several jump machines for the event. Besides the jump machines, participants were able to enjoy popcorn cooked by Past Master R.L. Mathis and music provided by Brother Christopher Freeman.
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The students were all surprised by the appearance of the Atlanta Fire Department
ladder truck provided by the Atlanta Fire Chief, Brother Joel Baker. The students
were able to sit in the vehicle, blow the warning “siren” and have their picture taken.
Nabbar Temple No. 128 provided over 300 book bags filled with notebooks, pencils,
markers, erasers and
rulers. Noble Brother
Rogers Jones coordinated the school supply efforts. Hope-Hill
Elementary students
in attendance were
fitted for a complete
school uniform polotop and khaki-bottom
provided by Lodges
and Chapters of Atlanta Masonic District No. 3 and all of
the York Rite Bodies
housed at 330 Auburn Avenue. Eighty-five (85) uniforms were distributed at the
“Youth Festival” and the remaining 67 were donated to the Hope-Hill Elementary
student uniform closet for teachers and faculty to distribute to needy students. Atlanta Masonic District No. 3 will be responsible for the student uniform closet items.
At high noon, the participants and their families were treated to a lunch of
hamburgers, hot dogs, chips and drinks. The “Youth Festival” ended at 2:00 p.m.
with the final surprise of the day - 45 boxes of copy paper delivered to the Hope-Hill
Elementary school. Each teacher will receive a box for classroom use. The copy paper was purchased through donations from lodges, chapters, and individuals. The
cases of copy paper represented 225,000 sheets of copy paper.
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WC Thomas #112
I would like the
thank the Angels, Sisters Julie Hill and Cassandra Mobley, Nick
Roberson and Detria
Russell of the Martin
Luther King, Sr. Collaborative, and Judy Forte
of the National Park
Service, for their help in
planning this event. Also, I would like to
“thank” all of the Worshipful Masters, Worthy Matrons, Worthy Patrons, Brothers and Sisters of Atlanta
Masonic District No. 3, the Atlanta York Rite Bodies, and especially Illustrious Potentate Gregory Mc Coy and the Nobles of Nabbar Temple No. 128 for your support.
Atlanta Masonic District No. 3 will continue to support the Hope-Hill Elementary
School with future events as well. Way to go Atlanta Masonic District No. 3!!!!!!!
Submitted PM Walter L. James, WC Thomas Lodge No. 112
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Plymouth Rock Lodge # 86: Remembering P.M. Hebert Haynes
P.M. Haynes was an active member in the Masonic Order, With
membership in Plymouth Rock Lodge #86 , Atlanta Consistory No.
24A, and Nabbar Temple No. 128 Motor Unit. He served as Worshipful Master of Plymouth Rock Lodge #86, Grand Junior Deacon
of Prince Hall Grand Lodge, Served as Treasurer for the Atlanta Consistory, Brother Haynes received the highest honor by coronation in
1998 as a 33rd Degree Mason ,He was a Life member, having served
actively in the Masonic Order for 40 years
After Brother Haynes Home going celebration, his widow Susan had conversation with
Past Grand Master Benjamin Barksdale, and
informed him that she would like to wear his
ring around her neck, so that she could carry
his memories with her. Conversation quickly
spread and all of the Masonic Brothers quickly took a donation for her, to purchase a gold
chain . The task was given to Plymouth Rock
Lodge # 86
P.M. Tilmon Bonner, Sister Susan Haynes,
W.M. John Hearn
S.W. A. Burden, Sister Susan Haynes, ,W.M.
Hearn
Presentation of necklace to Sister Susan Haynes by WM Hearn
On behalf of Plymouth Rock Lodge # 86, We like to extend a very special THANKS to all of the brothers of the
Jurisdiction of Georgia and the District , and all of the different houses that help to make this possible
Sister Haynes was very emotional and stated that words could not express how she felt while receiving this
Gold Chain from all of the Brothers that contributed toward the purchase of it.
Submitted by: WM John Hearn, Plymouth Rock #86
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Summer 2015
Cape Jessamine donates to Carl Vinson VA Hospital
Homeless Program
Dublin, GA- For several months, Cape Jessamine Chapter No. 86 collected items for the Carl Vinson
VA Medical Center’s Homeless Women Program. Members donated powdered detergent, powdered
bleach, shampoo, hand sanitizer, hair conditioner, lotions, bar soap, liquid soap, toothbrushes,
toothpaste, and other personal care and miscellaneous items to the cause.
The Carl Vinson VA Dublin Hospital offers
the following services to homeless Veterans and Veterans at risk of homelessness,
and their families:
VA’s Compensated Work Therapy
(CWT) which assist homeless Veterans in
returning to competitive employment.
The Homeless Veteran Supported
Employment Program
(HVSEP) provides vocational assistance,
job development and placement, and ongoing supports to improve employment
outcomes among homeless Veterans and
Veterans at-risk of homelessness.
Pictured above: Sis. Juanita Ellis, Sis. Frances Thompson (PM), Sis. Nell Hendley (PM), Sis.
Carriebell Roberts, Sis. Eula Moore & Sis. Bettye Harper (WM)
VA’s Homeless Patient Aligned Care Teams (H-PACTs) Program provides a coordinated
"medical home" specifically tailored to the needs of homeless Veterans that integrates clinical care
with delivery of social services with enhanced access and community coordination.
Pictured: Sis. Inga Paulk-Johnson
(AM) who is an RN at Carl
Vinson VA and
Sis. Bettye Harper (WM)
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Plymouth Rock Lodge # 86 / Arena Chapter # 29 Annual Picnic
On behalf of Plymouth Rock Lodge #86
We would like to say a special Thanks to everyone that came out and supported this annual event that helped
make it a successful event.
H.R. Butler No. 23 Annual Golf Tournament
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Gate City Lodge No. 42 Helps MedShare
On Saturday, May
30th, the Brothers of
Gate City Lodge No.
42, traveled to Southeast Atlanta to participate in a community
service project with
Medshare. Medshare
is a non-profit organization that works to
redistribute surplus
medical supplies to
areas of need across
the globe. The
Lodge’s work focused
on sorting and helping
to pack various catheters. Our initial work
was sorting catheters
of various types and
sizes. After the catheters were sorted, they
were categorized
based on type (i.e. Pediatric, Adult, etc.). We helped to box them and get them ready for shipping. After a few hours of
work, we helped pack 142 boxes that shipped to various parts of the world including Nepal, Mauritania, The Philippines
and other countries across the globe. Through our efforts we helped to save over 550lbs of medical supplies from going
to local landfills. This projects showed where our efforts were quantified and it was fulfilling knowing that we had a hand
in making a significant difference to so many people around the world.
Gate City Wins Atlanta Masonic District No. 3 West Lodge of the Year
On Saturday, June 6th during
Atlanta Masonic District No 3
Anniversary, Gate City Lodge
No. 42 was selected as the
2014-15 Lodge of the Year!
Gate City was completely
surprised by this as Atlanta
Masonic District No. 3 is replete with outstanding lodges
who do outstanding work in
our various communities. So
when our Lodge name was
called, we couldn’t have been
happier. The Lodge works
hard throughout the year to
balance our programs, community service, support of
Atlanta Masonic District No.
3 West and through our social events. It’s an honor to
once again serve as our District’s Lodge of the Year.
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H.R. Butler No. 23 Honors Life Long Memberships
Chattahoochee Lodge #31
Chattahoochee Lodge #31
has recently provided
back to school supplies
and back packs to the
Buford, GA community. Our meeting nights
are every 2nd and 4th
Tuesday in each month at
7pm. Currently presiding
as Worshipful Master is
Reginald Murray Sr. We
invite you to come out
and fellowship with us.
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South Fulton No. 598: Committed to the Community
The “Great 598”, not because of those of our membership, but rather because of the community we’ve been blessed to serve diligently since 2010.
Though pained by the recent loss of one of our original members, Brother
Howard Wheeler (R.I.P.), the charge to keep was not neglected as we
pressed on with our labors of love and commitment to the cities of East
Point, College Park, Palmetto, Union City and Fairburn. We truly believe in
empowerment through partnerships because “a heap of hands make light
work”. This year we targeted our focus on the education of the children of
our community and partnered with local area schools to help provide school
supplies to those who may be in need. We fortunate to be able to assist students at both Cliftondale
and Stonewall Tell Elementary School, as well as
an additional partnership with the outreach ministries of Fist Baptist Church of Red Oak in help
even more students who live in the City of East
Point.
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Amy R. Dunn Chapter No. 82: 41 Years Strong!
Sister Lillian Nixon
Brother Albert James
Worthy Matron
Worthy Patron
Theme:
“Eastern Stars Embracing Our Youth for The Future, Striving For A Higher level of Excellence.”
Train up a child in the way he should go; and when is old,, he will not depart from it.
Proverbs 22:6
Sunday, September 20, 2015
4:00 p.m.
House of God Church
3231 Houston Ave.
Macon, GA 31206
Brother Hollis Middleton
Brother Kenneth Wilson
District Deputy Grand Master
Assistant Dist. Deputy Grand Master
Sister Eva Holmes James
Brother Lee Watkins
District Worthy Matron
District Worthy Patron
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“What’s in a title?”: Submitted by Bro Joel Baker, H.R. Butler #23
Throughout my fire service career, I have made many personal and professional scarifies, as
well as spent many countless hours and days studying and attending various colleges and
university to ensure that when the day came for me to obtain the ranks of fire chief, I would
be ready to answer that call and will not fail those who have given me so much to ensure that
my career is successful as a fire chief in the fire service. However, as much as I enjoy being
called “Fire Chief,” especially fire chief for one of the largest fire departments in the southeastern part of the country, there is one title that I enjoy being called the most and that is the
title of “Brother.”
I have had the honor of knowing several Masons over the years and not one have ever asked
me to join their Lodge. Not even those Brothers whom I attend church with have asked me
(e.g. 1 Past Grand Master, 2 Past Master, and 2 Master Mason), nor have these Brothers ever
given me an indication that I could become a Brother of their Lodge. I later learned that in
order to become a Brother, one has to ask to become one. This is totally different as it relates
to becoming a fire chief, which requires you to meet certain qualification and certifications.
These qualifications may include having a Bachelors’ Degree, Master Degree, have several years of fire service experience, as well as being certified as an Executive Fire Officers (EFO), Chief Fire Officers (CFO), or Membership in the Institution of Fire Engineers (MIFireE). There are also the hidden requirements of “Luck or Politics,” that you are required to
have as you strive to reach your career goal as fire chief. However, to become a Brother, one only need to be worthy and
well qualified and properly vouched for; as luck or politics is not required nor is it accepted for Brotherhood. The important differences between the fire chief and Brother, is “well qualified and properly vouched for.” The fire chief candidates in some cases [depending on jurisdictions] may or may not be well qualified and properly vouched for. However,
only those well-qualified and properly vouched for are allowed to become candidates for Brothers.
As it relates to candidate for fire chief, only the Mayor, Chief Operating Officers, or City/County Managers have the authority to determine whether or not a fire chief candidate is well-qualified and properly vouched for (eg. vouched for by
means of educations, certifications and years of experiences). Once the fire chief candidates meet all of the requirements
for the position, he has earned the rank / title of Fire Chief and should be called as such by all he serves.
In the case of Brother, only a Brother can determine whether or not a candidate for Masonry shall be allowed to be Initiated, Passed, and Raised. Once a candidate has completed his quest of becoming a Brother, that newly made Brother is
entitled to all of the rights and benefits that has been bestowed upon all Brothers of the Craft. In my opinion, the rights
and benefits that deserved the most recognition is that of been called a Brother. We should not call a well-qualified and
properly vouched for Brother by the name of Fire Chief, Doctor, Councilman, etc., for they have earned all of the rights
and benefits of serving all as a Brother of the Craft and should be recognized by what they entitled to be called, which is a
Brother.
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Talent from within….
The GLMD continues to highlight the gifts and talents of our membership. Depicted below, is
piece is another piece from Sis Mari Blue of Griffin Chapter #386 called "Filled with the Spirit.” It is currently in the collection of Dr. and Mrs. Isaac Crumbly of Fort Valley, Georgia. It is
24 x 30 oil on masonite board.
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THE PRINCE HALL GEORGIA TAG IS IN FULL EFFECT!!
Greetings PHAmily,
As you should be aware from Grand Master Bruce James’ latest proclamation, the push to
obtain a Prince Hall Georgia tag is in full effect. The team assigned to secure the required
1,000 paid applications has already met to develop a plan that will ensure the success of this
endeavor.
Keep in mind that displaying a Prince Hall tag can have many positive impacts. The unique
design is an effective way to honor our Founder, Prince Hall. This is also a way to show our
pride and solidarity as members and make the public aware of our great organization’s existence.
The Grand Director of Technology, R.W. Deputy Grand Master Corey Shackleford, Sr., is in
the process of updating the Grand Lodge’s website to include a picture of the tag, a downloadable application form, an online payment option, frequently asked questions, and contact information. Additionally, the committee Chairpersons, PM Marcus Cromartie and
DWM Denise Mundy will have a table setup during Prince Hall Weekend to accept orders,
payments, and answers any additional questions you may have.
Let’s Make This Tag A Reality!
Respectfully,
Brother Jonathan S. White
Grand Junior Warden
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THE PRINCE HALL GEORGIA TAG IS IN FULL EFFECT!!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who can get a Prince Hall Specialty Tag?
A.
Members of the Prince Hall Family of Masons and Eastern Stars.
Q. Do I have to be a Georgia resident?
A.
Specialized tags are not manufactured as souvenirs. You must be a resident of Georgia and register your vehicle with the special tag at
the Tax Commissioner's office in the county where you reside.
Q. Are there any other requirements?
A.
You must also meet all of the requirements of vehicle registration (i.e. Provide proof of Georgia liability insurance coverage and pay all
registration fees and applicable ad valorem taxes, etc.).
Q. What form of payment is accepted for my application (manufacturing) fee?
A.
Payments must be made by cashier’s check, money order, cash or debit card. Checks and money orders should be made Payable to:
Prince Hall Specialty Tag. Members of the committee will be available at Prince Hall Day 2015.
Q. How long will it take before the tag is available?
A.
Once the first 1000 paid ($25.00) applicants are submitted to the State of Georgia, it is up to the Commissioner and their timely approval, but it usually takes between 6-8 weeks before the Tag becomes available.
Q. Will my tag be shipped to me from the Prince Hall Grand Lodge?
A.
Tags must be obtained from the Tax Commissioner’s office.
Q. Where can I acquire a form or get more information?
A.
A downloadable version of the form will be available on the Grand Lodge website sometime before Prince Hall Day at
www.mwphglga.org. The website will also have a contact phone number and an email address to forward questions.
Q. Will there be a disabled veterans and/or Handicap Prince Hall Masonic Tag?
A.
Unfortunately, the Department of Revenue will not offer the Masonic Tag coupled with Disabled Veteran and/or Handicap status.
Disabled Veterans and Handicap Prince Hall members may still contribute towards the manufacturing of the Prince Hall Masonic Tag
by completing the form and paying the application fee. Those who have handicap tags can consider converting to a transferrable rearview-mirror handicap identifier.
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A FREEMASON’S CREED
No one is more professional than I! I am a Freemason, a leader among men. As a
Freemason, I realize that I am a member of a time honored Fraternity, which is known as
“The Builders and Pillars of Society.” I am proud of Freemasonry, and will at all times
conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the Craft, my family, my community, and my
country; regardless of the situation in which I find myself. I will not use my status or
position to abuse life’s blessings of pleasure, profit, or personal safety.
CHARITY & TRUTH are my watch-words. My two basic responsibilities will always be
uppermost in my mind: The uplift of my community and the welfare of my Brethren in
the Craft and Sisters of the Order of the Eastern Star. I will strive to remain ritualistically
proficient and operationally efficient. I am aware of my role as a Master Mason, I will
fulfill my responsibilities inherent in that role. All under the canopy of Heaven are
entitled to outstanding stewardship; I will provide that stewardship. I understand my
fellow man, and I will strive to always place their needs above my own. I will
communicate consistently with my Brethren, and never leave them uninformed. I will be
fair and impartial when recommending both rewards and punishment as we are all upon
the Level.
Officers of my Lodge will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they should
not have to concern themselves whether or not I accomplish mine. I will earn their
respect and confidence as well as that of my Community and Family. I will be loyal to
those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and the mundane alike. I will exercise initiative
by taking appropriate action in the absence of orders. I will not compromise my integrity,
nor my moral courage. I will not forget, nor will I allow my Brethren to forget that we
are true professionals, Freemasons, leaders!
An adaptation by:
Bro. Antoñio E. White, 33◦, USA (Retired)
Past Master, South Fulton #598
Atlanta Masonic District #3 West
MWPHGLGA
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Grand Lodge Technology Corner:
The Director of Technology, DGM Corey Shackleford, Sr., is looking for
a minimum of 2 Brothers in the Craft, to join the Technology Committee that has proven ecommerce/online sales, website design, content
management experience. The individuals must be dedicated and committed to the cause and willing to provide their expertise as a service to
the Jurisdiction. As the Grand Lodge and the Technology Committee
prepares to move the Jurisdiction to the next level toward servicing our
members and leveraging our Masonic Sales Dept. to better serve your
needs. Those that have a desire to serve and meet the qualifications contact DGM
Shackleford, Sr. at the following: cshackleford@mwphglga.org.
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Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds, and shall find me, unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul