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Santa Rosa Scottish Rite Bulletin SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Page Orient of California MAY/JUNE, 2016 VOLUME 25/NUMBER 3 A Message from our personal representative As I sit to write this

No more working 11 to 12 hours a day for nine or ten weeks straight. I did take time to attend a few special events at our Valley during tax season.

1 Santa Rosa Scottish Rite Bulletin SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Page Orient of California MAY/JUNE, 2016 VOLUME 25/NUMBER 3 A Message from our personal representative As I sit to write this message, it is approximately 36 hours since the deadline for filing most tax returns. Once again I can give a sigh of relief as I and my staff have survived another tax season. No more working 11 to 12 hours a day for nine or ten weeks straight. I did take time to attend a few special events at our Valley during tax season. The most recent event I attended was the Remembrance and Renewal program so ably done by our Chapter of Rose Croix. I am very glad I attended. It was comforting to talk with some of our brothers and reflect upon those we had lost this past year. Another event I am glad I attended was the Agape dinner so ably executed by our Venerable Master, Peter Kovachevich and his very capable group of helpers. Well done, Peter. I look forward to possibly another Agape dinner in October or November. Lastly, I would be remiss if I did not mention the excellent presentation given by Allan Casalou, our Grand Secretary of Grand Lodge at our education night in March. His subject was Masonry and religion. Brother Allan knows his subject well and was able to speak without aid of any notes and answered all questions CALENDAR OF EVENTS presented to him. Our education committee, May headed by Brother Bob Gale has given us many excellent talks on a number of subjects. I make sure I have the fourth Tuesday of most every month reserved for our education night. This is a great way to meet with our brothers and increase our knowledge of Masonry and Scottish Rite. I hope to see you on May 24 for Lloyd Abrams presentation. Also, don't forget to support our great ALL YOU CAN EAT Shrimp Feed coming up on June 18th. Stated Meeting Dinner Stated Meeting Northern Empire Club Dinner and Meeting Celebrating the Craft Scottish Rite Education Class Leadership Council Meeting June Stated Meeting Dinner 6:00 pm Tuesday, May 10 7:15 pm Tuesday, May 10 5:00 pm Thursday, May 19 3:00 pm Saturday, May 21 7:00 pm Tuesday, May 24 7:00 pm Tuesday, May 31 6:00 pm Tuesday, June 14 David Von Bima 33 Personal Representative Stated Meeting 7:15 pm Tuesday, June 14 Shrimp Feed 5:30 pm Saturday, June 18 Scottish Rite Education Class 7:00 pm Tuesday, June 28

Page 2 SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN My theme for this article is commitment.

An excellent example of a Mason honoring his commitment was displayed on April 6 th. We had a practice scheduled for the cast of our Remembrance and Renewal ceremony on April 12th.

Someone else told me. Regardless of the way I found out, this a splendid example of a Mason honoring his commitment worthy of imitation. We all, and I include myself, need to follow Ron s example.

2 Page 2 SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN My theme for this article is commitment. When we as individuals and especially as Masons make a commitment to do something, we should be prepared to follow through with that commitment. An excellent example of a Mason honoring his commitment was displayed on April 6 th. We had a practice scheduled for the cast of our Remembrance and Renewal ceremony on April 12th. Ron Welsh was up at Lake Tahoe and drove to Santa Rosa and back the day of the practice to fulfill the commitment he made to be part of that cast. Ron did not tell me that he had done so. Someone else told me. Regardless of the way I found out, this a splendid example of a Mason honoring his commitment worthy of imitation. We all, and I include myself, need to follow Ron s example. We did have a very nice Remembrance and Renewal ceremony on the 12 th. Four of our families were here to help us celebrate the lives of our twenty departed brothers. It really would have been nice if more of our living brothers had been here. The date of our Shrimp Feed has been changed from June 4 th to June 18 th. Tickets have been available for some time. The tickets can be purchased here in the office, from a Scottish Rite member, from Pay Pal or from Brown Paper Tickets. We have feelers out for donations for the silent auction. If you have anything that you would like to donate or know of someone that would like to donate, please inform the office. I would like to thank A. J. Printing and Graphics for the donation of a two sided sign advertising our Shrimp Feed. We will soon post it out on Highway 12. A.J. Printing prints our bi-monthly bulletin. So if you have printing needs, consider A.J. The office can provide you with their contact information. Fraternally Larry L. Schmidt, 33 Brethren and Friends Join Me in Celebrating the Craft Webcast Live from the House of the Temple In Washington, DC Saturday, May 21, pm to 9 pm Log onto: Music Comedy Celebrities 50% of Donation Benefit Local RiteCare Programs General Secretary Videos Talent Show Valley of Santa Rosa Official publication of the Santa Rosa Valley Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Published at 600 Acacia Lane, Santa Rosa, CA (707) admin@scottishrite.com santa-rosa-event-center.com Office open Monday to Friday 9:00 am to noon David Von Bima, 33 o Personal Representative of the SGIG Peter Kovachevich, 32 o Venerable Master, Lodge of Perfection Jack LeFevre, 32 o, KCCH Wise Master, Chapter of Rose Croix Jeff Schloo, 32 o Eminent Commander, Council of Kadosh Thomas Argo, 32 o Master of Kadosh, Consistory Larry L. Schmidt, 33 o General Secretary John Robert Bob Gale, 32 o Prelate/Assistant General Secretary Jerome C. Nathan, 32 o, KCCH Treasurer Robert G. McKenzie, 32 o, KCCH Almoner Mark H. Rose, 32 o, KCCH Director of Ritual The Bodies of the Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite sitting in the Valley of Santa Rosa, in the Orient of California, acknowledge the authority and yield their allegiance to the Supreme Council (Mother Council of the World), to the Inspectors General, Knights Commander of the Temple of Solomon for the 33º of the Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States Of America. Frank Loui, 33 o SGIG- Supreme Council in Ca RRRRRRRRRRRRRRR RRRRRRRRRRRRRRR RRRRRRRRRRRRRRR RRRRRRRRRRRRRRR David Von Bima, 33 o Personal Representative of the SGIG Ronald A. Seale, 33 o Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council

SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Page 3 Shrimp Feed - All you can EAT June 18, 2016 Fantastic items for sale in our silent auction - make sure to bring your checkbook Dine In Doors

Corkage Fee of $5.00 a bottle Santa Rosa Scottish Rite 600 Acacia Lane Santa Rosa 707-539-6355 Admin@scottishrite.

3 SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Page 3 Shrimp Feed - All you can EAT June 18, 2016 Fantastic items for sale in our silent auction - make sure to bring your checkbook Dine In Doors open at 5:30 pm - Dinner served at 6:30 pm Cost of $35 - Includes Peel and Eat Shrimp Shrimp Salad Shrimp Jambalaya French Bread Coffee, tea Dessert Other drinks available for sale Corkage Fee of $5.00 a bottle Santa Rosa Scottish Rite 600 Acacia Lane Santa Rosa Admin@scottishrite.com Take out 5:30 to 6:00 PM ONLY Cost of $33- Includes set portions of Peel and Eat Shrimp Shrimp Salad Shrimp Jambalaya French Bread Buy your tickets at the office, from one of our members or online at

Page 4 SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Scottish Rite Pocket Petition I respectfully petition the Scottish Rite Valley for membership Name (First, Middle and Last) Date of Birth Place of Birth MAY

and Return to the Source. It is the basis for many of the central ideas of religion, mysticism, Masonic symbolism, and many common cultural concepts.

4 Page 4 SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Scottish Rite Pocket Petition I respectfully petition the Scottish Rite Valley for membership Name (First, Middle and Last) Date of Birth Place of Birth MAY EDUCATION CLASS Tuesday, MAY 24, 7:00 pm Santa Rosa Scottish Rite Masonic Center KEY TO THE MYSTERIES The Paradigm of Emanation and Return Lloyd Abrams 32 PhD will discuss the doctrine of Emanation and Return to the Source. It is the basis for many of the central ideas of religion, mysticism, Masonic symbolism, and many common cultural concepts. ALL MASONS WELCOME Education programs are on the 4 th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Santa Rosa Scottish Rite Center. The Education Committee is developing exciting and interesting programs with guest speakers. Scottish Rite Education Committee: Lloyd Abrams 32 PhD, Bob Gale 32 PhD, Patrick Muldoon 32, Jerome Nathan 32, KCCH, and Robert Schultz 32 KCCH Mailing Address Address City, State, Zip address My employer information Retired yes or no? Occupation Employer Contact Information Home phone Cell phone Other Information Wife s name Blue Lodge name and number Blue Lodge City/State Recommended by Name - please print Signature Recommended by Name - please print Signature I certify the above to be true to the best of my knowledge. Signature Application fee for the 2016 Class is $ For more information, please phone Return this petition along with a check for the application fee to: Santa Rosa Scottish Rite 600 Acacia Lane Santa Rosa, CA 95409

SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Page 5 the Children s Speech Therapy Center Accolades continue to come in about the services provided to children at the Center.

Samples, PhD, CCC-SLP Center Director "I want to let you know that I have been a recipient of speech services from the Scottish Rite for my youngest son, Cody.

5 SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Page 5 the Children s Speech Therapy Center Accolades continue to come in about the services provided to children at the Center. The following letter was sent to the Foundation with a donation via Bank of America Employee Giving Program. John M. Samples, PhD, CCC-SLP Center Director "I want to let you know that I have been a recipient of speech services from the Scottish Rite for my youngest son, Cody. At 2 1/2, we began the doctor's recommendation to initiate speech therapy. He received some at home therapy provided through county services for about a year with very little progress. At 4, Cody was due to transition to the school system to receive speech therapy. It was during my initial meeting with our new SLP that she suspected apraxia of speech. I immediately did as much research that I could so that I could help my son. In the Fall of 2013, we began therapy through the school system, along with sessions at Scottish Rite. We saw some pretty immediate improvement. There were some difficult times throughout the process, but both SLPs who we were working with were so great and supportive. It is because of them that Cody was able to be discharged from speech therapy in the Fall of Since then, he has entered kindergarten and is keeping up with his peers. He will soon be turning 6 years old and graduating from his kindergarten class. Every day, I am grateful of the support provided by Scottish Rite and by his SLP, Kate Samples. Without her, Cody would not be as successful as he is today." Thank you! Lia Brown VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The Children's Speech Therapy Center is looking for volunteers!! We need someone on Thursdays from 10 a.m.to 4:30 p.m. Duties include greeting clients, entering daily attendance, answering the phone, taking messages and light secretarial duties. If you are interested in helping to provide quality speech therapy to children, please contact Kathy Hogan at Thank you THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATIONS To the Children s Speech Therapy Center (CSTC) In Memory of Burton Vaughn Chuck Makray In Memory of Eleanor Kitto Anna D. May In Memory of Okla Dinucci Chuck Makray Ben and Barbara Race Dr. and Mrs. John Samples and Katie Williams Kathy Hogan In Memory of Mary Olson Chuck Makray Donna Branham Dr. and Mrs. John Samples and Katie Williams Kathy Hogan Fundraisers Clear Lake Callayomi Lodge No. 183 annual corned beef and cabbage dinner Unspecified Northern Empire Scottish Rite Club George Katsanos Ray Godeke Through Dues payments Robert E. Simonson John W. Figg-Hoblyn Samuel W. Martin John A. Kangas Randy J. Stewart George C. Shaw Michael R. Salter Alberto P. Salazar Warren R. Lofftus To The almoner Randy J. Stewart Alberto Salazar To The Building Preservation Fund Randy J. Stewart George C. Shaw Alberto P. Salazar

Page 6 SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN To Our Readers: On

who would like to inform you of their services.

please thank them for their continuing contribution to the

received ONLY ONE RESPONSE to our plea for volunteers for the

6 Page 6 SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN To Our Readers: On these pages you will see business cards of some of our members who would like to inform you of their services. Their support of this publication through advertising is necessary to help defray its cost. Please support our members - and when you do patronize them, please thank them for their continuing contribution to the Santa Rosa Scottish Rite Bulletin Volunteers Needed We received ONLY ONE RESPONSE to our plea for volunteers for the Scottish Rite Dining room decorating committee! We need your help! We need 3 or 4 people to commit to decorating the tables for our stated meeting dinners. If you can help, please contact the office at (707) These tables don t decorate themselves!

SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Page 7 Stated Meeting Dinner ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ May Mark s Masonic Minute The Leadership of the Supreme Council 1918-1921 A positive occurrence between the years

This also meant more work for the Grand Secretary General and Grand Commander.

7 SANTA ROSA SCOTTISH RITE BULLETIN Page 7 Stated Meeting Dinner ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ May Mark s Masonic Minute The Leadership of the Supreme Council A positive occurrence between the years in the Southern Jurisdiction was record growth in membership to 70,3452 which meant dues receipts were up as well. This also meant more work for the Grand Secretary General and Grand Commander. The new peace, after World War I, allowed the Supreme Council to take part in the International Conference of Supreme Councils. This ideal was also the cause of the pilgrimage to Mt. Vernon. When rising illiteracy, and low respect for our laws was evident, new programs were put in place. Achievement of some goals fell short of expectation due to lack of editorial staff on the New Age, and lack of leadership and materials for the educational programs. The news service was ineffective because of poor subscription rates and lack of use by the national news media. No one but Grand Commander George F. Moore had greater principles and goals for the Scottish Rite. The failure to reach these goals was comparable to that of President Wilson. The terms, when these men held office, were tainted by lack of respect of American values and a jaded feeling caused by casualties of World War I. The challenge for the Supreme Council after 1921 was whether or not it could solve the problems that lay before the Scottish Rite. The greatest achievement made by Moore as Inspector General was his leadership as editor of The New Age. His decade of leadership included experimentation that was useful in putting together a plan for success. Another of his achievements was to add Masonic symbols and quotations of the House of the Temple. This made the Temple stand out in a capital full of impressive buildings. Mixed green salad Pesto chicken Baby red roasted potatoes Fresh vegetables Lemon cake June Spinach salad Teriyaki twist tri-tip Garlic mashed potatoes Sautéed green beans Chocolate cake Please get your reservations to the office via phone or by the Thursday before the stated meeting. Thank you Jack H. Herrguth June 10, January 5, 2016 Michael T. Anderson August 4, February 10, 2016 Edgar D. Cake November 22, January 18, 2016 Jack L. Gosney February 24, December 19, 2015 Michael D. Paoli August 12, July 23, 2015 ~~~~~~~~~~~ Well done, good and faithful Brother! Mark Rose, 32 o, KCCH

The Chapter of the Rose Croix observed the annual Ceremony of Remembrance and Renewal honoring the following Brothers: Marc F. Martini Harold L. West Wayne R. Calvert James F.

8 The Chapter of the Rose Croix observed the annual Ceremony of Remembrance and Renewal honoring the following Brothers: Marc F. Martini Harold L. West Wayne R. Calvert James F. Caulfield Victor Howard Robert W. Jobson Walter A. Eagan Clarence (CL) L. Foster Charles J. Hansen Harlan J. Mohn Dean Neisler Marvin L. Baumgardener Milton (Dint) D. Rose James W. Harrison John K. Withers Everett H. Welby Jack H. Herrguth Michael T. Anderson Edgar D. Cake Jack L. Gosney In Clearlake on May 15, 2016, enjoy the Best Breakfast in Lake County On the third Sunday of each month, the Clear Lake/Callayomi Masonic Lodge #183, Free and Accepted Masons, serves a full, sit-down breakfast at the Masonic Center located at 7100 South Center Drive in Clearlake. Choose your breakfast from a large menu including, eggs (any style), omelets, hash browns, biscuits & gravy, hot cakes, breakfast meat, toast, juice and coffee. Breakfast is served from 8:00 am to 11:00 am. Cost is $8.00 for adults, $4.00 for children ages Kids under 6 are fee and are served a special kids breakfast. Office of the Secretary Santa Rosa Bodies, A & A S R 600 Acacia Lane Santa Rosa, CA Address service requested Scottish Rite Officers...Could you? Would you? I am sure that all of the members are aware that the Scottish Rite is comprised of four lodges. Each of these lodges has a master, wardens and other officers just like the Masonic Lodge. Some of these are called by another name in the Scottish Rite Lodges, but they are the same. In our Valley of Santa Rosa, we have a problem. Our lodges are missing officers. One lodge, in fact, has only a master. In most of these lodges, these officers have few, if any, responsibilities or duties so that being one requires very little effort on the part of the brother. As you read this, could you find it in your heart to consider volunteering to fill one of these vacancies? It would be greatly appreciated by your brothers and would really help our Valley. In other words Could you? - Volunteer and Would you? - Serve. I would be happy to talk to you further and answer any questions you might have. I can be reached at or you could call our General Secretary, Larry Schmidt, in the office at Thank you, Doug DeForeest, 32 o, KCCH Senior Warden, Lodge of Perfection

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