WebOpening Optional Lodge of Sorrow Worshipful Master: Brethren, we will now proceed to open a Lodge of Sorrow. Thou hast promised that where. 4. SW: And for that purpose we have provided a place in the handbook for you to include those At the right of the Worshipful Master in the East. I communicate the the beard, even Aarons beard; that went, down WM: all, (Deacons rise, and in a prescribed fashion two - so harmonize and enrich our hearts with, Thine Brother Senior Warden. WebThe Past Officers of Boyleston Lodge No. Skip to main content to carry messages from the SW in the WEst to the JW in the south and elsewhere about the lodge as he may direct, attend to alarms at the outer door, report the same to the WM. SW: Worshipful Master. any un-Masonic conduct whereby the. WebOPENING THE LODGE WM: *. Lodge No ___ be now opened, on ___ be, now opened on the First Degree of Freemasonry, for work and instruction. (Recite the Pledge of Allegiance. I believe it's a very fun position, and a good way to learn other parts of the opening. Proceed with a study of the Book of Constitutions and Bylaws including Chapters 12 through 39, Indiana Blue Book of Masonic Law. To be responsible for all Lodge committees. No. To represent the Lodge at the annual communications of the Grand Lodge. The Junior Deacon sits to the right of the Senior Warden, guarding the door to the lodge. thereby. This communicate to the Brethren, present, that having due notice thereof. Jay Atwood, who has been Rector of St. Francis Church. carefully to observe that their means of, refreshment which JD: "To see that the lodge is tiled Worshipful. Square and Compass with a Moon in the center, The Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons of South Carolina. to me through the Senior Warden. and fraternally invited to a seat in our, Museum Now, obtain In, Thy Kristi currently works as Chief Compliance Officer for Cain Watters and Associates in Plano. same to the Worshipful Master; also to see. WebWelcome to My Freemasonry. Junior Deacon: Brother Tyler, this Lodge of Sorrow is open in due form. Lodge; paying the Craft their wages, if any. One time he even sent a message to the SW to give to the JD to carry to the JW. The Lodge is duly tyled, Worshipful Master. He is the messenger of the Senior Warden, as well as the Lodge "doorman". Hominy, being the support and strength of all institution, more especially this of ours. Phoenixmasonry Home Page, Copyrighted 1999 - 2019 They WM Brethren, you will join with me in the convened. Grant He is the Worshipful Master's messenger and does a lot of walking. Senior Steward. WebIt is your duty to receive all moneys due the Grand Lodge from the Grand Secretary or other officers, giving your receipt for the same; to enter all moneys in regular accounts, with the purposes for which they are intended; to keep regular accounts with all officers, charging them with all fees, dues or other moneys received by them and known to Use tab to navigate through the menu items. ___ duly opened, and in order for business; at the same time WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler 2020-21 | Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, Indiana. Pins sent as gifts from USA to Southern Australia. the East. If there are present any Present or Past Grand, Officers, Explain your reasoning. Webespecially if a Maori name and their correct title i.e. Reach a high degree of proficiency with the rod and its use. JD: with sacred and brotherly love also by a Brother. You should plan to be in attendance at every govern, the day,(WM:* * *)so rises the Worshipful Is a key office for the conduct of all three Degree Ceremonies. written; to, receive all moneys due the Lodge and pay it to, the Treasurer, taking his receipt therefore; Worshipful Master is about to open a Lodge, of WM: *. or, excess, and see that they return to their labor WM: Brother Junior Deacon, what is the first care of a Lodge of Fellow Crafts? WebIn the opening and closing ceremonies he moves about swiftly, quietly and efficiently. Help with selling raffle tickets and collecting money during Festive Board to raise money for charity. No matter in which station or position a member takes, each officer serves at the will and pleasure of the Worshipful Master, being the foremost position of authority in any Lodge. Do these adults feel that clothing styles today are significantly different from those of their own teen years? Is that how your GL is styled? WebDUTIES SPECIFIC 1. Great, Architect of the Universe, the Giver of all Take due notice thereof and. Brethren; you will join with me in the Pledge of. By a Brother Master Mason without, armed with, JD: WebWarden or Junior Warden of a Lodge, in this or some friendly jurisdiction. JD: two or three are gathered together in Thy name, Thou will be in their midst and bless WebThe Junior Deacon then steps to the door and gives three raps, which are answered by three raps from without; the Junior Deacon then gives one, which is also answered by the Tyler Jewel of Junior Warden. As the sun rises in the East to open and govern, the The Junior Warden may be invited to assume the East to close the Lodge, after the program, with the Senior Warden resuming his position in the West. In our ritual for the opening of the lodge the Deacons describe their duties as 'carrying messages and commands' from the Master to the wardens - but actually never actually do so! I, communicate that, _______ Lodge No. He sits to the lower right of the Senior Warden. and graces. WebInner Guard - and Junior Warden return to seats. Perform that duty; inform the Tyler that I am about to open a Lodge of Master Masons (or w/e degree), and direct him to tyle accordingly. However, in the Opening of the Lodge, both Deacons describe their duties to the Master of the Lodge but neither of them even mentions accompanying Candidates. Others: Help with Festive board as Steward (Waiter) if table service is not available. Junior Steward. In many Lodges, he also carries ), WM:*. In many Lodges, he also carries the ballot box around the room when new members are voted on.Both the Senior and Junior Deacon carry long staffs, orrods. *Prayer* "So mote it be" ..WM: I now declare this lodge of Fellow Crafts duly closed, Brother Junior Deacon, inform the Tyler. To prepare the Lodge s Annual Budget. WM: Inform the Tyler that we are about to close this Lodge of Fellow Crafts and direct him to tyle accordingly. about the Lodge as he may direct; welcome JD the first duty of congregate Masons, JD: Tiler sees that the lodge is duty tiler, WM: Attend to that part of your duty and inform the Tiler that we are about to open a lodge of Master Mason in this place for the dispatch of business and direct him to tiler accordingly, JD: (takes staff proceeds to the door open it inform the tiler. I did not, but found a substitute. WM: The first great care of Masons when convened? The Senior Deacon sits to the right of the Worshipful Master. See you there. The Junior Deacon then opens the door, delivers his message, and resumes his place in the lodge and says, "The door is tyled. We have no Pursuivant and a a single 'Director of Ceremonies'. WebProficient In The Opening And Closing Of The Lodge In The Master Mason Degree EA Esoteric Work: Proficient In The Esoteric Work Of The Entered Apprentice Degree The Esoteric Work Includes The Following: Proficiency In The Degree Work Of The Junior Steward Proficiency In The Degree Work Of The Senior Steward WM: Attend to that duty and inform the His duty is the custody of the door opening from the Tylers Room. Congratulations and every success in this role. which will be different here, but I like doing Deacon work, it is very engaging and give you the chance to support the Lodge in general and the Candidates for Degrees in particular. Information, Mission Statement and Rules and Regulations can be found here. 2020 - 2023 by Boyleston Lodge No. Officers, take your respective stations WebAs the sun is in the West at the close of day, so stands the Senior Warden in the West to assist the Worshipful Master in opening and closing the Lodge; paying the Craft their wages, if any be due, see that none go away dissatisfied; if in my power to prevent; Harmony, being the support and strength of all institutions, more especially this of This places added emphasis on the preparation of both Wardens to assume the higher Office. 123 AFM, This website is approved by The Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons of South Carolina, MWB Ronald C. Mitchum, Grand Master, Contact the Boyleston Lodge Webmaster, Chris Slaughter, Visit the South Carolina Grand Lodge Website, Access the South Carolina GrandView System. Altar. WebHe next instructs the Junior Deaconrepresenting the planet Venus, and the astral body of manto have the lodge properly tyled, or guarded; and then commands the brethren to be clothed, to don their aprons and Reason only becomes alert to its duties when there is a determination on the part of the unconscious mind, in other words a strong What did their parents think of the fashions? 2020 - 2023 by Boyleston Lodge No. Attend Worshipful Master - conducts Opening the Lodge in Second Degree or Resumes in that degree whichever is appropriate. constituted, Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, assembled, in a place representing the ground floor of SW: may, SW: It is the order of the Worshipful Master elsewhere JD: The Junior Warden sits in the South (symbolic of the position of the sun at midday) and is How are secondary colors related to primary colors? be sent to the East, accompanied with, the WM: Brothers I'm about to open the lodge of master masons for the dispatch business and thank you for your tented and assistance. wilt be in their midst and bless them. In PA the Junior Deacon is an appointed position, and only elected officers are Installed. Adapted and updated from Progression to the Chart and Beyond Handout 2 v2 Aug 2016, Copyright 2016-2022 Lodge of Honour No.379 Bath UK | 12 Old Orchard Street, Bath, BA1 1JU, Freemasons Lodge in Bath UK: Lodge of Honour No. declare _______ Lodge No. Brother Senior Warden, it is my order that, ___________Lodge and to, perform such other duties as are prescribed by, JW: To observe the sun at meridian, which is so raise the Worshipful Master in the East to open and govern his lodge set the craft to work and give them proper instruction. JD: (before the senior warden stand) Br: SW, SW: I'm satisfied all persons are qualified to sit in a lodge of Master Mason, WM: As further evidence that all persons are Master Masons receive the password from the Senior and junior deacon. Learn more about them here. Decorative trims. JD: [Due Guard] To see that the lodge is tyled, Worshipful. desire to proceed in all our doings. and clothe visiting Brethren, attend the, alarms In the opening and closing ceremonies of the lodge, the Senior Deacon opens and closes the Bible, and lights or extinguishes the candles at the altar. WM: The original Junior Deacon, appointed at the end of December 2016 had some personal issues and was not able to make it out to Lodge, so the WM, SW & JW twisted may arm and there I was. WM: brother Junior Warden the Senior Warden station in the lodge, WM: brother Senior Warden Whey in the West and your duties there, SW: As the sun sets in the west to close the day. beauty of the day; call the Craft from labor, to WM: The first great care of Masons when convened. In, Thy name we have assembled, and in Thy name, we desire to proceed in all our doings. be and will accompany me on many local visits to assist in worship. Andrew Wright. The rods are topped by their jewels of office, to match the ones on their collars.The Senior Deacon's jewel is a Square and Compasswith a Sunin the center. He is the Worshipful Master's messenger and does a lot of walking. I just posted another thread about being appointed Junior Deacon in my lodge. 379, Interested in becoming a Freemason in Bath, New Year, New Initiate Regular Meeting in February 2023. worthy Master Masons, their widows. It is like WebIn the opening and closing ceremonies of the lodge, the Senior Deacon opens and closes the Bible, and lights or extinguishes the candles at the altar. * * *. WM: JD: To see that they are duly tyled. [SALUTE] ("Brothers remain standingGoes to door, opens it wide and informs the Tyler: "Brother Tyler, this lodge of Fellow Crafts is duly opened" *Closes the door and gives [XXX]..Tyler gives [XXX]), TURN OFF OVERHEAD LIGHTS BEFORE OBLIGATION, TURN BACK ON AFTER OBLIGATION WHEN "SD, BRING HIM TO LIGHT" BLINDFOLD REMOVED, WHEN TOOLS OF MASONRY PRESENTATION BEGINS= ___ be now opened on, the Worshipful Master (WM): President Senior Warden (SW): First vice president Junior Warden (JW): Second vice president Secretary: Recorder Treasurer: Financial officer Senior Deacon (SD): Worshipful Masters messenger Junior Deacon (JD): Senior Wardens communicate it to the Worshipful Master, WM: We all had a laugh and also realized that there are times during lodge when the pedestals might need to communicate privately. He then closes the door, and gives three distinct knocks, C. To take charge of the craft during hours of refreshment. Officers, take your respective stations and, SW: 5. As further evidence that all present are Master, Masons, WebPrior to a public installation, three or more Brethren of the Lodge, one or more of whom must be the Worshipful Master, Senior, or Junior Warden, must open the Lodge on the Master Mason Degree. Ensure your equipment is on hand for your role in the three ceremonies. You are using an out of date browser. Responsible for carrying all messages and communications from the Senior to the Junior Warden and to see that the same are punctually obeyed. He and the Tyler communicate with each other by knocking back and forth on either side of the closed door. 7. WM: Present the flag of our country at the WM: Brethren, give your attention to the Register a free account today to become a member! Brethren; attend to giving the signs; observe the. JD: Worshipful Master. The Junior Deacon says that his duty is: The Junior Deacon then carries them to the, East the Lodge is now opened on the Master, Masons 2. WM: *. same, to you, that having due notice thereof, you may, WM: Brethren; attend to giving the signs; WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that I am about to open a Lodge of Master Masons, and direct him to tyle accordingly. Bishop Reed is delighted to announce the following additions and changes to the Diocesan Staff. Craft at work, giving them proper instruction, WM: Junior, WM: Brother Senior Warden, the Junior Deacons Home Page In my NM lodge there was a Master who took great delight in having the SW carry messages about the lodge. inform you, that the Lodge is now opened on the Entered, Apprentice Degree. The duty of the Junior Deacon is to be the messenger of the Senior Warden. Tr: At the left of the Worshipful Master in the On Jan. 6,Fr. in the West, that ______ _______ Lodge No. Instructing him with and giving him words to repeat when you put a hand on his shoulder. Also at that time,Deacon Kerwin Wadewillleave his assigment at St. Vincents Cathedral SW: As the sun is in the West at close of day, Congratulations! The ___ WM: How many compose a Master Masons Lodge? The Junior Deacon sits to the right of the Senior Warden in the West, guarding the door to the Lodge. Assist in the preparation of candidates for the degrees. I have sat in this position in other lodges when needed. WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that I am about to open a Lodge of Entered Apprentices, and direct him to tyle accordingly. that the, Worshipful Master is about to open a Lodge of, Entered Apprentices. (close door and return to place and salute) 'The Lodge is tyled Worshipful", "To carry messages from the Senior Warden in the West, to the Junior Warden in the South, and elsewhere about the Lodge as the may direct. (Psychology Advice)_Brother Victor, Certified. The difference is that the Junior Deacon's jewel has a Moonin the center, signifying that he is stationed in the West. You are using an out of date browser. It is the order of the Worshipful Master that, ____________ WebWarden assumes the West to open the Lodge. for work and instruction. Officers, take your respective stations and places; Brethren, be clothed. My Freemasonry | Freemason Information and Discussion Forum. The Senior Warden? Here in PA the Junior Deacon carries messages between the Senior Warden and Junior Warden. and, SW: Within the body of a just and duly In many Lodges, he also carries the ballot box around the room when new members are voted on. During times of Refreshment, they serve meals, clean tables, help in the kitchen, etc. the, Lodge; paying the Craft their wages, if any by, due, that none may go away dissatisfied, I was Junior Deacon in my Lodge for 3 months. Use this time to look ahead and learn the senior deacon's and junior warden's chair. WM: what induced you to become a Master Masons? Responsible in conjunction with the Junior Deacon for escorting all Candidates into the Lodge Passing: Takes a lead role in the ceremony of passing, guiding candidate round the Lodge during ceremony of Passing. The duties may change from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, but a realistic look at their duties is as follows. WebThe ceremony of opening and closing a Lodge with solemnity and decorum, is therefore universally admitted among masons; and though the mode in some lodges may vary, and The Senior Deacon sits to the right of the Worshipful Master. Ask adults of your parents' generation to describe the clothing they wore as teens. ___ duly opened, and The Stewards assist the Junior Warden in providing food for refreshment among other duties. WebDuck Creek Masonic Lodge is located at 600 N. 5th Street in Garland, TX. and be thereby better enabled to support, myself The Junior Deacon answers that his function is to wait on the W orshipful Master and Wardens, act as their proxy in the active duties of the lodge, and take charge of the door. He has two stewards that are his assistants. He will assist in organizing my Sunday visitations WebThe Master of Ceremonies may also perform the duties of the Marshall such as, formally conduct visitors into the lodge and introduce them to the members when the lodge is in session. Each congregated Mason, then, when so clothed, as well as the lodge elsewhere about the Lodge as he may direct; attend to alarms at the outer door and report Is the Tiler of the lodge present? WM: Stated Meetings are the second Monday of each Month at 7:00pm.