Trestle Board. Upcoming District Events. St. Patty s Day Parade at Gothic Fraternal Lodge Sat., March 1:00pm Arrive early, limited parking.

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1 Trestle Board MARCH 2016 The Most Ancient and Honorable Society of Free & Accepted Masons Regular Communications: Third Wednesday of Every Month 131 Burd Street PO Box 55 Pennington, NJ TrentonCyrus5.org TABLE OF CONTENTS: Master s Voice The Pillars 2016 Lodge Officers In & About the Lodge Masonic Events March Calendar From the South Knocking at the Door From The WM s Desk th District & Grand Lodge Events in Atlantic City Masonic Birthdays Upcoming District Events St. Patty s Day Parade at Gothic Fraternal Lodge Sat., March 1:00pm Arrive early, limited parking. District 15 Soup Day Sat., March 1:00pm Mercer Lodge #50 inviting ALL lodges to participate with 2 different Soups! RSVP: Joe Pownall Tall Cedar s Easter Egg Hunt Sat., March 9:00am Breakfast * Bunny * Kid Games! 245 Sawmill Road, Hamilton 15th Masonic District 1st Chili Challenge $40/couple, $25/single, $10 child 5-15, Under 5 FREE Sat., April 5:00pm chili@hightstown-apollo41.org Birthday Luncheon to Honor two Nonagenarian Brothers Robert Stutz, PSGM Leon Wallace, DB Sat., April 1:00pm 100 Barrack St., Trenton, NJ RSVP Jim Langan

2 Master s Voice T he Pillars In our February Entered Apprentice degree, we were introduced to Boaz, the left hand pillar in the porch of King Solomon s Temple. In our upcoming Fellowcraft Degree we are introduced to Jachin, the right hand pillar in the porch of King Solomon s Temple. Boaz denotes strength and represents the Earth. It is a representative of King David who showed great strength as a warrior. David offered to build God a temple, but God declined because of the vast amount of bloodshed David caused through war, and he did not want his temple to be associated with the atrocities of war. The pillar thus honors David for his faith, and is emblematical of the spiritual war against sin. In the lodge, this pillar is represented by the column of the Junior Warden. Jachin denotes establishment and corresonds to the cosmos. It is representative of David s son, King Solomon, who built the temple to establish his kingdom, and is represented by the column of the Senior Warden. Together, the pillars allude to a passage of scripture where God states In Strength shall this house be Established. They represent deity, male and female, yin and yang, and both planes on which men exists, Earth as well as in Heaven. As one pillar serves to support the other, so should we as Masons support our brothers and those in need. In many US lodges, the two pillars themselves are located in the North West corner by the Inner Door. As in King Solomon s Temple, you must pass through the pillars upon your admission into the lodge. They are a blessed sacrament, thus explaining why they were given names, and were free-standing in front of the temple and not structural in nature. The two globes of the pillars, signifying the Earth and the Cosmos, represent that Masonry is universal and unending. The lilywork symbolizes peace and teaches us to open our hearts and minds to all mankind. The network represents unity and teaches us to appreciate the beauties that God has given us. The pomegranates denote plenty due to the exuberant amount of seeds they adorn and symbolize the abundances of Earth, given by God. They teach us that our earthly bounty should be shared equally among all mankind. The Fellowcraft degree, as well as scripture, informs us of the size of the pillars. We are told that they are 18 cubits in height, 12 in circumference, and 4 in diameter and each were adorned with chapiters 5 cubits in height. A cubit is the length of your arm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger. An Egyptian, or Royal cubit is 21, while the Roman, Hebrew, and English cubit is 18. This makes the pillars 27 to 31 tall, 18 to 21 around, and 6 to 7 in diameter. We are also told that the pillars are a handsbreath, or 4 thick, and cast hollow to preserve the archives of Masonry. Hiram Abif, the Widow s Son, cast the pillars in bronze between Succoth and Zeredathah, about 25 miles away from the Temple. Through this we know that they weigh approximately 27 tons and were cast in sections to ease in transportation. I welcome you to attend our next Fellowcraft degree and see what further light you can learn through our ritual. Sincerely and Fraternally, Brian Hartel, Jr. Brian Hartel Jr, WM Trenton Cyrus Lodge No.5 1

3 Lodge Officers Worshipful Master Brian K. Hartel, Jr. (Megan) , Senior Warden Frank R. Klapinski (Bridget) Junior Warden Thomas D. Wilson Treasurer Garnet (Gary) Hall (Rosemary) Secretary Walter P. Krichling, Jr., PM (Fay) Senior Deacon Richard Hopkins, Jr. (Joanna) Junior Deacon F. David LaBaw (Linda) SM of Ceremonies Timothy Reeg (Beth) JM of Ceremonies Brian Moor (Victoria) Senior Steward Edward Jackowski Junior Steward Derek Murawsky (Melissa) Marshal & Contact for Sickness & Distress Jeffrey Bozarth (Tracy) Chaplain Peter V. Hallock Historian Robert A. Vecere, Sr., PGC (Minnie) Tyler Walter Stepek, PM (Mimi) Lodge Ritual Instructor Brian Hartel Sr, PM (Lynne) Photographer Preston M. Hall Organist G. Gerald Donaldson, DWA (Marilyn) Trestle Board Editor Ricardo Fernandez, PM (Barbara) Masonic Home Liason Dennis Duffy, PS (Nancy) Grand Master of Masons for NJ Most Worshipful Anthony W. Montuori 100 Barracks Street Trenton, NJ (609) District Deputy Grand Master RW Jack K. Smith, Jr. 43 Park Lake Avenue Titusville, NJ District Ritual Instructor RW Carl V. Jacobson PO Box 182 Titusville, NJ Other Lodges of the 15th District AMWELL - #12 Meets: 2nd Wednesday Worshipful Master Larry Craver pythagroas@gmail.com GOTHIC FRATERNAL #270 Meets: 1st & 3rd Monday Worshipful Master Greg Adams gjadams@optonline.net HORIZON DAYLIGHT #299 Meets: 2nd Wed. 10am except Jan. & Feb. Worshipful Master Henry Haughey HIGHTSTOWN - APOLLO #41 Meets: Friday of or after Full Moon Worshipful Master Jim Hauck ewboardmember@yahoo.com MERCER #50 Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday Worshipful Master Joe Pownall pownallelectric@verizon.net 2

4 In & About the Lodge Our Super Bowl Party was a huge success with the most attendance ever. Vince Shea was the winner of the Chili Contest for the second year in a row. He also won the final quarter grand prize in the football pool for $200. Sharon, RW Jacobson s date, won second place. Lisa Megaro won the Bake Off and Brother Jose Acuna was the winner of the 50-50! Lastly, the Polar Bear Plunge also received good lodge representation with WB Ed Clementson leading the charge into the frozen waters, this year accompanied by Brother Mike Cronce with his young son Dillon and dual member WB Scott Mahan. The February Regular Communication and Official visit of our DDGM was well attended and featured many brothers in Red and Pink, as requested by the Worshipful Master. Many lodge brethren also attended the Official Visit of MW Anthony Montuori, current NJGM and the Reception of our very own RW Walter Stepek as Grand Chaplain. Congrats to Walt! Last, and certainly not least, our very own JW Tom Wilson presided in the East for his first ever opening and EA degree. Brother David Steven Nestle was initiated Entered Apprentice. Big month with another one coming. See you in lodge! 3

5 Masonic Events Lodge District Grand Lodge Not-So-Newlywed Dinner 6:00pmh March 5th Freddie s Tavern Ewing, NJ Tickets are $30 per person Menu stuffed Chicken Breast, eggplant Parmesean, Penne with Broccolli, Garlic roasted seasoned Potato Wedges, Green Beans, new york style Cheesecake. Contact sd rich Hopkins d i s t r i c t # 1 5 GrandLodge Tuesday, April 26 7:30pm cocktails 8:00pm dinner 3600 atlantic avenue atlantic city, nj all inclusive price $55.00 cash bar DLI Thurs., March Gothic Fraternal Lodge 6:00 pm 7:15pm Masonic Home Volunteer Day 8:00AM v Masonic Home Sun., Mar. 13 v TrenTon Cyrus #5 Dinner Harry s Oyster House Bally s Atlantic City Park Place & Boardwalk, AC Wed., April 6:00pm See Menu on page 6 Cost $45/per person Cash bar RSVP SW Frank Kaplinski (609) Upcoming Events Spring Clean Up Sun., April 8:00am 4 GEORGE WASHINGTON AWARD FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Sunday, April 3, 2016 Gather at 1:30pm s Ceremony at 2:00pm Trenton Cyrus Lodge #5 GRAND MASTER S ChAiRMANS BAll Saturday, March 12, 2016 Masonic Fellowship Center, Burlington, New Jersey 6:00 P.M $ per Person Contact SW Klapinski for reservations. Deadline March 4, 2016

6 March Calendar SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY :30 PM DLI :30 PM 13 8:00 AM Masonic Home Volunteer Day :00 PM Dinner 7:15 PM Regular Commun :30 PM 6 PM Dinner 7:15 PM FC Degree 4 5 6:00 PM Not-So- Newlywed Dinner :00 PM Grand Master s Chairmans Ball WED 7:30 PM Cyrus Lodge, Casual THURS 6:30 PM DLI Gothic Fraternal Lodge Lodge shirt SAT 6:00 PM NOT-SO-NEWLYWED DINNER Freddies Tavern, Ewing, Casual WED 7:30 PM Cyrus Lodge, Casual SAT 6:00 PM GRAND MASTER S CHAIRMANS BALL Masonic Fellowship Center, Burlington, NJ SUN 8:00 AM MASONIC HOME VOLUNTEER DAY Masonic Home, Lodge shirt WED 6:00 PM Dinner 7:15 PM Regular Communications Cyrus Lodge, Bus. Suit MON 7:30 PM Cyrus Lodge, Casual WED 6:00 PM Dinner. 7:15 PM FC Degree Cyrus Lodge, Formal From the South: MY TIME E ach day includes twenty-four hours eight for sleeping, eight for working, eight for everything else. The last one is the most important. The eight hours a day that we re not sleeping or working are the hours that define us. Are we wasting them all on reality TV, shopping for things we don t need, or surfing the internet? Are we playing the same video or computer games over and over, sitting on the couch eating too much junk food, yakking on our cell phone, texting, or bickering? Or are we doing interesting things? Things that are good for our mind and body? Family and social things? Does anything above sound a bit familiar? It should; it is stated to all Masons when receiving the Entered Apprentice degree. It was the first tool handed to you and described as the 24 inch gauge. We were taught to make use of it symbolically for the more noble and glorious purpose of dividing our time. So how about those eight hours mentioned above for EVERYTHING ELSE? Remember your E/A DOST THOU LOVE LIFE? THEN DO NOT SQUANDER TIME; FOR THAT S THE STUFF LIFE IS MADE OF." BENJAMIN FRANKLIN charge: Although your frequent appearance at our (YOUR) meetings is earnestly solicited, yet it is not meant that Masonry should interfere with your necessary vocations, for these are on no account to neglected During your leisure hours, that you may improve in Masonic knowledge (NOT reality TV, shopping for things you don t need, etc.) So come out where ever you are! We miss you! Every third Wednesdays of the month at 6:00pm! And our meals are great! THIS MONTH WE CELEBRATE ST. PATTY WITH CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE AND ALL THE TRIMMINGS! Sincerely and Fraternally Tom Wilson Tom Wilson, Junior Warden 5

7 Knocking at the Door 6 Awaiting EA Exam & FC Degree: Bro. Daniel Nestle Awaiting MM Exam: Bro. James M. Zoladz Bro. Daniel B. McKeown IMPORTANT NOTICE Past Masters may vote online this year for contested Grand Lodge offices. Legislation may only be voted for onsite. To vote online, you must register by no later than April 8th by sending an to: OFFSITEVOTE@NJMASONIC.ORG You must include your full name, address, Member Number, and Lodge Name and Number. Additional details are in NJ Freemason or by contacting the Secretary. Any questions, please contact RW Barry Kornspan at kornspan@yahoo.com GRAND LODGE BANQUET Wednesday, April 27, 2016 Ocean Ballroom, 6th Fl. 6:00pm Social (Cash bar) 7:00pm Dinner Veal Parmesan or Filet Mignon or Maryland Crab Cakes $70.00 per Person Entertainment For tickets William J. Anderson, 134 West 28th Street, Bayonne, New Jersey The deadline Wed., April 8, GRAND MASTER S INSTALLATION Thursday, April 28, 2016 Bally s Atlantic City Convention Room 2:00 P.M. Fellow Craft Degree Wed., Feb. 23, 2015 All Grand Lodge reservations: through: SW Frank Klapinski or fklapins13@comcast.net Tues., April 26th & Wed., April 27th, 2016 $90 per night (double occupancy) Reservation & money to SW by March 31, :00 pm Lodge Opens at 7:15 pm 15th District Goes to Grand Lodge Bally s Atlantic City on the Boardwalk From the WM s Desk 15th District Luncheon on Wednesday April 27th Deli Luncheon in the Hospitality Suite $10 per person - guest/ partners welcomed Deadline April 22, th District Hospitality Suite Open until 12:00am We have had a busy February, and looking forward to an equally successful March. Our Not So Newlywed Dinner at Freddie s Tavern is the first weekend of March. This is sure to be a great time for all who attend, as will the Grand Master s Chairman Ball the following weekend. Our first Masonic Home Volunteer Day this year is on March 13th and I look forward to a good turn out. A Fellowcraft Degree is planned for the end of the month. The district is a buzz with many events this month. Mercer Lodge #50 is celebrating RW Robert Stutz 90th Birthday on March 11th. Gothic Fraternal Lodge #270 is having a fundraiser on March 12 in conjunction with Hamilton s St. Patty s Day Parade that parades in front of their building. Trenton Forest Tall Cedars in Hamilton hosts an Easter Egg Hunt, raffle, and continental breakfast on Saturday March 26 at 9am. Hightstown Apollo Lodge will be hosting a districtwide chili competition on Saturday April 2 at 5pm complete with prizes and a free commemorative glass for all attendees. We will have a Lodge Clean-up Day on April 3 to spruce up the lodge for the George Washington Award later that same day. Sadly, the Teacher of the Year award will not occure this year due to a lack of response from the school district. The end of April is the Grand Lodge Annual Communication. We will be having our Annual District Dinner at the Knife and Fork on Tuesday evening. Wednesday evening either attend the Grand Lodge Banquet or a special dinner for TC5 members at Harry s Oyster Bar. Contact SW Klapinski ASAP for your reservations. We had a strong support at last month s regular communication displaying Red and Pink in honor of Valentine s Day. Our March communication coinsides with St Patrick s Day. I challenge everyone to wear as much Green as they can, and see how many Leprechauns we can have show up to this meeting. Sincerely & Fraternally Brian Hartel, Jr. Worshipful Master, Trenton Cyrus Lodge No.5

8 March Birthday NAME RAISED YEARS Aitken, C. Lind Barnett, Morton Alejandro Jose Barreto Bogart, Matthew L Bollheimer, PM, Ronald L Bozarth, Jeffrey M Brown, III, Gavin G Butler, GLT, W. Roger Cader, II, Theodore Carlese, Salvatore A Carpenter, Jr., William E Cronce, Michael A Crouthamel, Philip R Dieterle, Jr., Frederick C Mark Gerald Donaldson Dorsey, Anthony L Eory, John S Fair, PM, Gary W Fernandez, MD, PM, Ricardo J Fischer, Jerry Flanagan, Brian G Foster, Steven D Freemer, Thomas G Garay, PM, Donald R Guido, Patrick Ryan Hall, Garnet Andrew Hall, Preston Matthew Hallock, Peter V Havens, Barry F Heaney, PM, Robert J Heulitt, Daniel C Hopkins, Drew W Huchler, John F James, Kent C Kosco, Andrew J Kroschwitz, E. Louis John Joseph Kucker Jr Levinson, Benjamin Magee, Rodney NAME RAISED YEARS Maggio, Sr, Russell R Mahan, Scott Allan Mathews PGC, Norman G Miller, III, Karl F Moore, Douglas N Moore, Jason C Moore, Jonathan D Moran, James Christopher Morgan, III, S. Stewart Murry, Donald William Nicholl, Gary W Oliver, Kenneth J Owen, John G Pearson. George Houstoun Peters, Jr., Howard I Petroni, III, Albert P Plaisted, III, Wesley E Reeg, Timothy Francis Ribsam, PM, Joseph E Richey, Michael D Roth, Robert C Russano, Jr., Andrew A Schumacher, PM, Robert L Scott, Karl Louis Silagy, Stephen L Stanton, James R Stepp, Raymond E Strapp, Edward P Tassone, Veto James Thurlow, Everett A Valjat, Lawrence Vecere, Jr., Robert A Wengryn, Edward D Wilbert, Jr., James E Wilhide, II, Merle E Woods, Edward R Wooleyhan, Jon C Young, E. Bruce Zielinski, Charles Edward