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| FEBRUARY 2012 |
FROM THE EAST |
Wor. Robert "Bob" Borden |
I cannot adequately
express my gratitude to the brethren of Home Lodge for such
a wonderfully meaningful installation as Master last month.
The sight of all my brethren, family, and friends gathered
to witness this high point in my Masonic career is truly overwhelming.
There are too many people to thank in this short article so
I won’t try to, but I must thank my installing team of Wor.
Stan Taub, Wor. Ralph Dash, and Wor. Eduardo Estrada. You performed
magnificently. I could not have hoped for a more memorable
ceremony. I also must thank my wonderful wife, Charene, without
whom, my life would be greatly diminished. All the work that
she did in the background truly added to the overall outcome. |
| Monday, February 6th will be the
first of a new program that I am instituting, “Mondays with
the Master”. The first Monday of each month I will open my
home from 7pm to 9pm to all who would like to come and express
any concerns, ask any questions, or just to have an opportunity
for us to get to know each other on a more personal level.
Drop by for a cup of coffee or a glass of tea. I want to be
as accessible as possible and hear from you, my brethren, any
thoughts you might have for improving the Lodge and making
this year as wonderful as possible.
Our annual Sweethearts Luncheon will be held on Sunday,
February 12 from 11am to 2pm at the Canoga Conference Center.
I must once again, thank my wife, Charene, for organizing
and running this program. My special thanks to Bro. Gene
Giegoldt for graciously donating the use of his facility
for this activity. If you are a Sweetheart or know of one
who has not been contacted already, please let me know so
that all can be included. You are very important to me.
As a special treat, our Senior Deacon, Artur Babayan, has
organized a laser tag party for the Lodge. Sunday evening,
February 19th, we will meet at UltraZone on Ventura Blvd
in Sherman Oaks at 6pm. The special rate is $25 for 4 hours
of unlimited play from 6pm to 10pm. This is a fabulous opportunity
for the entire family to go out and play, so bring your family
and friends.
Remember, you are always welcome because Home Lodge is your
home away from home.
Fraternally from
the East,
Robert "Bob" Borden, Master |
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FROM THE WEST |
Bro. Michael David, S.W. |
Thank you all for the beautiful
installation. Home Lodge always puts on a good show! You always
impress my wife, family and friends; and for this, I’m eternally
grateful!
Our 2012 Sideliners Team is coming together quite nicely.
We have spots open so if you’re interested, please call me
at 818-414-7080. We only have seven months of practice so
I need everyone to start working on their ritual and call
me if there are any questions. The location and dates for
the practices has yet to be determined and I will let everyone
know as soon as the details become available. |
| Brethren, as you know, for the past
several months, Wor. Bob Borden has been conducting a food
drive to support the North Hollywood Inter-Faith Food Bank.
I want to encourage everyone to support this cause not only
because it is a good cause, but also because Home Lodge has
always enjoyed success in the past and we want to make sure
that we all do our parts to make the Master’s project another
successful venture for our lodge. It doesn’t take much to bring
canned and dry foods to the lodge. Please make sure the items
are not expired and have a good shelf life.
Finally, as Senior Warden, I will do my best to support
the Worshipful Master and the lodge for a successful and
prosperous year. I haven’t been a Mason for as long as some
of the brethren but I’ve been a Mason long enough to know
that we are looking at another great year. See you on Lodge
Night.
Fraternally from the West,
Michael David, Senior Warden |
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FROM THE SOUTH |
Bro. Richard Weiser, J.W. |
You have already read about
our Installation and what a moving experience it was. It was
inspiring to see the turnout of our members, family and friends
that come to support the Lodge and its officers. I feel truly
blessed to be part of the Home Lodge family.
February, we look forward to celebrating the birth of two
Presidents, and a chance to honor our Home Lodge Sweethearts
as well as our own special Valentines. In my case that of
course is my wonderful wife Janet who has always been there
supporting me and encouraging me. |
Home Lodge continues to be a
very active Lodge. Our Master works had to provide programs
that everyone can enjoy and we hope that you will take advantage
of them. Most important though is your continuing support
of our Wednesday night degrees. There is nothing more impressive
for candidates as they move through the degrees than seeing
their Brothers there supporting them. Mark your calendars
. . . remember that we do degree work most weeks; try to
attend as many as possible.
I look forward to the coming year and know that Worshipful
Bob and his Lady Charene have worked hard to put together
new and exciting programs for us all to enjoy.
Fraternally from the South,
Richard Weiser, Junior Warden
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