GREETINGS FROM THE ORIENTAL EAST

 Greetings Brethren. First Item will be an Entered Apprentice Degree on January 31st. As the line is fairly new, they would like to see their efforts supported and appreciated. Haven’t had a lot of rehearsal time, but it looks as if the degree will go well.

Brethren, the meeting on the 17th of January was quite informative, and some good ideas were brought forth. One that I found of particular interest is seeing about getting the wives, and/or significant others involved. Come to the stated in February, and this will be discussed in much greater detail, as I do believe it could help the Lodge.

I still need a Steward in line. As there many members I am not personally acquainted with, I have no idea who to call on. Surely there is a brother reading this who can help fill the line. Hard to make an arch with only one Steward. PLEASE GIVE ME A CALL IF YOU WILL HELP OUT THIS YEAR!!!!! [207] 490-2139

If I am out, which is fairly frequent, leave a message. Your help would be greatly appreciated.

A question was asked if there was such a thing as a “mission statement” in place for Fraternal Lodge. My only response was that I would like to see Fraternal Lodge restored to the leadership position it has previously enjoyed.

It would be good to see us get more community service programs going on, but it is very difficult when it becomes necessary to ask the same Brothers over and over again. Fraternal is a busy lodge, but it would be nice to spread the “labor” around a little bit more. Wouldn’t you my Brethren like to see the Lodge become such a force in the community the non-Masons would be asking to join. It could happen with more participation, and with more ideas to use, it will happen. You can help to bring this about.

I would be remiss if I didn’t recognize an achievement by our Junior Warden, who is also a dual member with Springvale #190. For his selection of Mason of the year for Springvale. He brings the same enthusiasm to Fraternal Lodge, and is already planning for his year in the East. Good Job Nick.

Hope to see many of you on the 31st  of January and on the 21st of Feb.
 
 

FROM THE WEST: Events at Fraternal, and around the District

Feb 2nd 7PM Yorkshire Lodge N. Berwick. FC no meal.

Feb 7th   7:30PM Ocean Lodge Wells FC no meal

Feb 13th 7PM Yorkshire N. Berwick. No meal

Feb 19th York Lodge W. Kennebunk degree and meal unknown

Feb 21st Fraternal Lodge 6:30PM dinner Lodge opens at 7:30PM stated communication

Feb 27th 7PM Yorkshire Lodge two EA degrees no meal

The 19th District is holding a three part series of presentations on men’s health issues during February, March and April of 2007

1st of series on adult onset diabetes, including Type II will be at York Lodge W. Kennebunk. Feb.5 If you plan to attend please contact Brother Brian Ingalls at; biwinner@Verizon.net  He needs a head count for the meal.

2nd of series Arundel Lodge, Kennebunkport March13th, subject will be prostatiteis and related issues.

3rd of series will be at Yorkshire Lodge April 19th. The subject will be heart disease as it relates to middle age men.

All of these presentations will be given by Professional Medical Personnel all will serve dinner at 6:30PM, with presentation at 7PM. Please contact the appropriate lodge to reserve a place for dinner.
 

                   FEBRUARYS  MASONIC BIRTHDAYS

Rodney C. Dyer 02/06/1959  Carroll I. Goodwin III 02/23/1972   Michael Mcalevey 02/08/84

John W Schroeder 02/01/1995      Jeffrey Linscott 02/25/98       Brian Orcutt 02/28/2001

Michael G. Moore 02/09/2002

If you see these Brothers around wish them a Happy Masonic Birthday.  If the Brothers that have a Masonic birthday in February come to the stated communication they get a free supper.
 

FROM THE SECRETARYS CORNER

Dues are coming in at fairly good rate. I know that times are tough, so if you are having trouble meeting this obligation, contact the Master or myself we can work something out. Remember we are a Brotherhood.     ALSO REMEMBER YOU ARE SOMEONES IMPRESSION OF MASONRY Always be on the Level.