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1 Spring Reunion Saturday, May 16, 2015 Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite VALLEY OF READING READING, PENNSYLVANIA

2 HOW ABOUT YOU? When you receive your meeting notices do not cast them aside without reading them. Each one of our publications does and will contain something of interest to you. We plan some splendid features for each meeting and Reunion, and the only way you can keep yourself posted on what is going on is to read your notices. NOTICE: ALL MEMBERS We extend to you a cordial invitation to enjoy all the meals during the Reunion. BE FRATERNAL When you attend a Scottish Rite Reunion, do not sit down in a corner and expect every member to come and shake hands with you, and in case they fail to do so, complain that the members are not fraternal and lack sociability. It is no more their duty to do so than it is yours. Every member should aim to promote the fraternal spirit by saying a friendly word of greeting to the other members. Try it. You ll like it. The dues are now payable. If you have not paid yours - please do so NOW. Send to: Scottish Rite Office PO Box 6013 Reading, Pa Pay by credit card at or call the office (for dues only) at Phone: Fax Valleyofreading.org valley.of.reading@comcast.net When you pay your dues do not forget your Voluntary contribution to the Building Fund and The Hospitaler s Fund.

3 ALLEGIANCE The Bodies of the Scottish Rite, sitting in the Valley of Reading, District of Pennsylvania, acknowledge and yield allegiance to the Supreme Council, 33 Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America, whose Grand East is in Boston, Massachusetts, and whose officers are: Ill. John Wm. McNaughton, 33 Ill. Richard W. Elliot, 33 Sovereign Grand Commander Grand Treasurer General Ill. Peter J. Samiec, 33 Ill. James L. Tungate, 33 Grand Lieutenant Commander Grand Secretary General Ill. Russell W. Baker, 33 Deputy for Pennsylvania Living Honorary Members of the Supreme Council Valley of Reading Received 33 Received 33 *Ill. Emanuel Iglesias, 33 MSA 1972 Ill. Edward J. Stumm, Ill. George P. Meissner, Ill. Christopher H. Tecklenburg, 33 MSA 2005 Ill. William T. Hill, Ill. Eric L. Brandt, Ill. P. Thomas Feeser, Ill. Franklin D. Caltagirone, *Ill. Norman A. Fox, 33 MSA 1980 Ill. Kerry J. Cashman, Ill. Robert W. Fries, Ill. William D. Coldren, Jr., Ill. Paul D. Fisher, Ill. Irvin C. Henry, Jr., Ill. Blaine F. Fabian, Ill. Ray E. Feick, Ill. Gerald R. Baum, 33 MSA 1989 Ill. Irwin A. Kohler, Ill. James L. Boyer, Ill. William J. Oehme, Ill. Marvin G. Speicher, Ill. Allen D. Moyer, Ill. Edward O. Weisser, Ill. Raymond Thompson, Jr., Ill. Irvin D. Herring, Ill. Robert S. Conway, Ill. John L. Winkelman, Ill. Robert A. Swoyer, 33, MSA 2009 Ill. Russell W. Baker, Ill. William H. Tennant, Jr., Ill. Larry A. Buzzard, Ill. Michael A. Black, Ill. Marion I. Miller, Ill. William P. Ulrich, Ill. Louis A. Fiorini, Ill. Kevin S. Barnhardt, Ill. John C. Evans, Ill. James R. Shaw, Ill. W. Randall Kegerise, Ill. Harry E. Hackman, Jr., Ill. Noah W. Wenger, Ill. John R. Nester, Ill. Delight E. Breidegam, Ill. John J Tumolo, III, Ill. Richard E. Hummel, Ill. Robert C. Engleman, Ill. L. Donald Loos, Jr., 33 MSA 2000 Ill. Robert J. Hoyes, Ill. Jeffrey K. Sprecher, Ill. J. Richard Eby, *Valley of Abington merged 8/1/91 Ill. Thomas C. Keen, Ill. Clarence W. Martin, Ill. Harry Bertoti, Ill. Mark A. Haines, Ill. Herbert K. Swisher, Ill. Jon J. DeHart, Ill. Victor M. Frederick, 33, DSM 2004 Ill. Harriss A. Butler, III, Ill. Conrad L. Heimbach,

4 Ill. John Wm. McNaughton, 33 Sovereign Grand Commander Ill. Thomas K. Sturgeon, 33 Active Member for Pennsylvania Ill. Jeffrey W. Coy, 33 Active Member for Pennsylvania Ill. George Nakoneschny, 33 Active Member for Pennsylvania Ill. Robert J. Bateman, 33 Active Member for Pennsylvania Ill., 33 Active Member for Pennsylvania

5 Ill. C. DeForrest Trexler, 33 Active Pennsylvania Ill. William L. McCarrier, 33 Active for Pennsylvania Ill. Russell W. Baker, 33 Active for Pennsylvania Ill. Richard G. Hawk, 33 Active Emeritus for Pennsylvania Ill. George R. Moad, 33 Active Emeritus for Pennsylvania

6 VALLEY OF READING ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICERS 2014/2015 READING LODGE OF PERFECTION, 14 Ronald J. Dalius Michael J. Huck Kenneth R. Good Glen A. Houck Raymond L. Kunkel, Jr. Christopher H. Tecklenburg, 33 MSA Marvin G. Speicher, 33 Dennis F. Shaffer Richard T. Parshley Timothy L. Pletcher James R. Strunk, III, 32 MSA Thrice Potent Master Deputy Master Senior Warden Junior Warden Treasurer of all Four Bodies Secretary of all Four Bodies Hospitaler of all Four Bodies Orator Master of Ceremonies Captain of the Guard Tyler for all Four Bodies C. GILBERT STEFFE COUNCIL PRINCES OF JERUSALEM, 16 Craig W. Shaffer Darwin A. Kerper Carey M. Kaucher Kevin J. Matthews Ernest D. Lopes Robert J. Long Sovereign Prince High Priest Senior Warden Junior Warden Master of Ceremonies Master of Entrances FRANCIS MARION HIGHLEY CHAPTER OF ROSE CROIX, 18 Arthur K. Armstrong Bruce M. Cronrath Jeffrey S. Moyer Gary L. Dukeman John L. March Keith H. Meitzler Most Wise Master Senior Warden Junior Warden Orator Master of Ceremonies Guard READING CONSISTORY, S.P.R.S., 32 William H. Tennant, Jr., 33 Commander-in-Chief Irwin A. Kohler, 33 1st Lieutenant Commander Kevin S. Barnhardt, 33 2nd Lieutenant Commander David J. Dickson, 32 MSA Orator Raymond Thompson, Jr., 33 Chancellor Robert J. Hoyes, 33 Master of Ceremonies Scott J. Helm Engineer and Seneschal Robert S. Conway, 33 Standard Bearer J. Allen Reynolds Captain of the Guard Lawrence S. Bortz, III, 32 MSA Color Bearer Chester R. Pierce, 32 MSA Sentinel TRUSTEES Robert W. Fries, 33 Kevin S. Barnhardt, 33 L. Donald Loos, Jr., 33 MSA STEWARDS Robert G. Eckroth, 32 MSA Irvin C. Henry, Jr., 33 Chester A. Burgert Gerald A. Mengel Gene P. Naus Nicholas Bybel

7 PRESIDING OFFICERS Ronald J. Dalius, 32 Craig W. Shaffer, 32 Thrice Potent Master Sovereign Prince Arthur K. Armstrong, 32 Ill. William H. Tennant, Jr., 33 Most Wise Master Commander-in-Chief

8 OUR HONORED GUEST ILL. ERIC L. BRANDT, 33 The Valley of Reading is pleased to recognize Illustrious Eric L. Brandt, 33, Director of Work. Illustrious Brother Brandt was raised a Master Mason in Williamson Lodge No. 307, located in Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania, in He was Knighted a Sublime Prince of the Royal Secret, 32 Scottish Rite Mason, on November 17, 1990, in Reading Consistory. He presided as Sovereign Prince of C. Gilbert Steffe Council, Princes of Jerusalem, 16, in 1996 & 1997, and was coroneted a Sovereign Grand Inspector General, 33, Honorary Member of the Scottish Rite Supreme Council on August 29, 2006, at Chicago, Illinois. He was appointed Director of the Work for the Valley of Reading on January 15, Illustrious Brother Brandt grew up in Wernersville, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Conrad Weiser High School. He is the son of Carol and the late Illustrious Lynn G. Brandt, 33, a Past Commander-in-Chief of Reading Consistory. He and his wife DeAnn currently reside in Reinholds, Pennsylvania, area. He is employed as a Supervisor at Hoffman Industries in Sinking Spring. The Commander-in-Chief and the Valley of Reading at pleased to present Illustrious Brother Eric L. Brandt, 33, to the class as their exemplar and an exponent of Scottish Rite Masonry.

9 T.T.G.O.T.G.A.O.T.U. Reunion & Stated meetings of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Bodies of Freemasonry sitting in the Valley of Reading, Pennsylvania will be held in the Scottish Rite Cathedral, 310 S. Seventh Avenue, West Reading, Pa., on the 27th day of the Hebrew month Iyyar, 5775 and 8th day of the Hebrew month Sivan, 5775 corresponding to: SATURDAY and TUESDAY MAY 16 AND 26, 2015 The business and work will be conducted according to the program on the following pages. A cordial and fraternal invitation is extended to all members of the Rite duly accredited. Your current dues card will admit you to all the sessions of the Reunion and must be shown to the Tyler for admittance. By order of: Ronald J. Dalius, 32 Arthur K. Armstrong, 32 Thrice Potent Master Most Wise Master Craig W. Shaffer, 32 William H. Tennant, Jr., 33 Sovereign Prince Commander-in-Chief ATTEST: Christopher H. Tecklenburg, 33, MSA, Secretary Dinner before the meeting on May 26 6 to 6:45 p.m. $8.00 per person INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS SPONSOR S RESPONBILILITY For every petitioner for the Scottish Rite degrees there are two Scottish Rite Masons on whom rests a responsibility for the proper training of that petitioner. The two Scottish Rite Masons who sign the petition have a responsibility that does not end with their signature on the petition. If you invite a guest to a gathering at your home, you make sure that he meets all your guests, and is made welcome and comfortable. Isn't the Master Mason whom you recommend to Scottish Rite Freemasonry entitled to the same courtesy? As his sponsor, is it not your duty to take an interest in his progress? It seems to us that it is, and that you should see to it that he fully understands the fine lessons of our degrees. If you recommend a man to the Scottish Rite, satisfy yourself that he is receiving that for which you recommended him. To do so is but a Masonic courtesy and it is also your duty as a Scottish Rite Mason. Let's all give this matter some serious consideration. It will certainly bring forth good results if you attend the conferring of the degrees at our Reunions.

10 OFFICE BULLETIN RAYMOND L. KUNKEL, JR., Treasurer CHRISTOPHER H. TECKLENBURG, 33, MSA Secretary Jurisdiction The Jurisdiction of the Valley of Reading, Pennsylvania is Berks County and any other County in the State where there are no Bodies of the Scottish Rite of the same grade. Affiliation There is no fee to transfer a membership to the Valley of Reading and all local Scottish Rite Masons holding membership outside of the Valley are assured a cordial welcome. Restoration The fee for restoration is $ which includes the dues and Supreme Council Assessment for the current fiscal year. The fee for restoration for a member belonging to the l6 18 and 32 in the Valley of Reading is $ Office Hours The Scottish Rite Office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily except Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays. Office phone number is Fax valley.of.reading@comcast.net Web site THE SCOTTISH RITE IN PRACTICE Be cordial to fellow members, candidates and visitors. Greet them with outstretched hand and a word of welcome or congratulations. If you are a degree worker, please report in the robing room in plenty of time to be costumed before the hour for the degree with which you assist - do not laugh or talk so loud, you ll be heard in the auditorium. If you are a member of a committee, please be faithful to your duties. If you can t be there, inform your committee chairman in plenty of time. If you are a member witnessing degree work, please refrain from lighting your cigarette or cigar until you are out of the building. Smoking is not allowed in the building. Do not leave the auditorium during the conferring of a degree. To do so is distracting both to degree workers and other members. When going to lunch or dinner, please be patient, courteous, and careful. There is plenty for everyone.

11 SCOTTISH RITE DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES This Supreme Council reaffirms its unswerving loyalty to the fundamental purpose of Freemasonry, which purpose from time immemorial has been to improve and strengthen the character of the individual man, and through the individual, the character of the community, reinforcing those spiritual and moral values which give the community its strength and stability. This Supreme Council believes that this purpose is to be attained by laying a broad basis of principle upon which men of every race, country, sect, and opinion may unite. Believing that good and true men can be trusted to act well and wisely, this Supreme Council considers it the duty of the Fraternity to impress upon its members the principles of personal righteousness and personal responsibility, to enlighten them as to those things which make for human welfare, and to inspire them with that feeling of charity, or well-wishing, toward all mankind which will move them to translate principle and conviction into action. To that end, Freemasonry requires of its members a belief in God and encourages faith in God s divine purposes and worship of God in conformity with the dictates of individual conscience. It stands for truth and justice, liberty, and enlightenment, fraternity and philanthropy. This Supreme Council expects of its members strict obedience to the laws of the land, and respect for their country's flag. Such principles unite men and encourage the pursuit by them individually and collectively of worthy endeavors and the attainment of the purposes inherent in them. In that unity human character achieves its highest unfolding and provides man's best hope for peace on earth and good will among men. To the furtherance of these principles, all our ritual is directed and all our efforts are aimed. To their furtherance each Master Mason has pledged himself, and at the portal of the Scottish Rite has renewed that pledge. This Supreme Council discountenances and rejects any attempt by any international groups or confederations of Scottish Rite Supreme Councils to legislate for individual Supreme Councils. Recognizing that principles unite men, that programs sometimes divide them, and that the preservation of unity of purpose and devotion to principle is essential to Freemasonry the Supreme Council affirms its continued adherence to that ancient and approved rule of Freemasonry which forbids the discussion within tiled doors of creeds, politics, or other topics apt to excite personal animosities. This Supreme Council further affirms its conviction that it is not only contrary to the fundamental principles of Freemasonry, but exceedingly dangerous to its unity, strength, usefulness and welfare for Masonic Bodies in their official capacity to take formal action or attempt to exercise pressure or influence for or against any particular legislative project or proposal, or in any way to attempt to procure the election or appointment of Governmental officials, whether executive, legislative, or judicial, or to influence them, whether or not members of the Fraternity, in the performance of their official duties. Adopted - September 20, 1923 Affirmed - September 18, 1929 Re-affirmed - September 27, 1934 Revised - September 28, 1971

12 COMMUNICATION OF DEGREES NOT EXEMPLIFIED 5 - PERFECT MASTER: This degree teaches us that selfish thoughts and unworthy ambitions will corrupt and destroy a man MASTER OF THE BRAZEN SERPENT: We learn from this degree that we must have faith in ourselves, faith in each other, and faith in God. 7 - PROVOST AND JUDGE: Justice should be impartial and tempered with mercy. This degree teaches us that we should not judge hastily. 8 - INTENDANT OF THE BUILDING: We are reminded in this degree that each new honor is a step toward moral perfection. Each honor earned requires attention to a particular duty. 9 - MASTER OF THE TEMPLE: The message of this degree is that mutual belief in a Supreme Being should bind all men together in a worldwide brotherhood MASTER ELECT : We learn in this degree that a person who violates his obligations, regardless of his station in life, will not go unpunished. 12 -MASTER OF MERCY: Exemplified in this degree is the quality of forgiveness, not just to forego the opportunity for revenge, but to cease to feel enmity or resentment toward the transgressor. 13 -MASTER OF THE NINTH ARCH: This degree teaches us that difficulties and dangers, however great, should not deter us from progressing toward moral and ethical improvement. 16 -PRINCE OF JERUSALEM: This degree exemplifies fidelity to duty and devotion to truth KNIGHT OF THE EAST AND WEST: We learn from this degree that we must seek truth in our way of life and that we should learn from and avoid repeating the errors of the past.

13 19 -GRAND PONTIFF: This degree dramatizes the perennial conflict between good and evil that will end in the triumph of righteousness and peace in the hearts of men. 21 -PATRIARCH NOACHITE: This degree teaches that Freemasonry is not a shield for wrongdoing and that justice is one of the pillars of our fraternity. 22 -PRINCE OF LIBANUS: The dignity of honest labor, the nobility of work and the disgrace of idleness are the subject of this degree. 23 -KNIGHT OF VALOR: Based on the incident of The Four Chaplains, this degree teaches us that faith in God will find expression in love for our fellow man, even to the ultimate personal sacrifice. 24 -BROTHER OF THE FOREST: In this degree we discover that a Scottish Rite Mason should not judge any man by his race or by anything except his own acts. 25 -MASTER OF ACHIEVEMENT: Dramatizing events in the life of Brother Benjamin Franklin, this degree shows us that an industrious life benefits not only ourselves but also humanity. 26 -FRIEND AND BROTHER ETERNAL: From a true incident during the American Civil War we learn that partisan strife does not dissolve our Masonic obligations and that the virtues of brotherhood give rise to good citizenship. 27 -KNIGHT OF JERUSALEM: The lesson of this degree illustrates the importance of a free church in a free state, each cooperating toward the common good. 28 -KNIGHT OF THE SUN: Reminding us that Freemasonry provides a meaningful moral philosophy, this degree points out the importance of overcoming the vices and superfluities of everyday life GRAND INSPECTOR: This degree teaches us to be attentive, impartial, and equitable in judging others.

14 4 MASTER TRAVELER First Degree of the Ineffable Series SATURDAY MORNING MAY 16, 2015 Here is the introduction to Scottish Rite Masonry. This degree provides us with a preview of the moral truths we shall witness on our journey through the Scottish Rite. CAST OF CHARACTERS Hiram... Larry A. Buzzard, 33 Guide... Harry E. Hackman, Jr., 33 Sethur...Carey M. Kaucher Moses... Paul A. Swank, Jr. Hekel... Roger V. Phillips, Jr. Joseph... Michael D. Wolfe Servant... David G. Wells Arraspes... Raymond Thompson, Jr., 33 Artaban... Irwin A. Kohler, 33 Bartacus... Ronald J. Dalius Most Wise Master... Arthur K. Armstrong George Washington... Victor M. Frederick, III, 33 DSM Master Workman... Dennis F. Shaffer Chief Spotted Eagle... David J. Dickson, 32 MSA Prologue... L. Donald Loos, Jr., 33 MSA Chaplains, Bishop, Companions, Colonials, Woodsmen, & Crucifers by members of the Scottish Rite Degree Workers Corps Degree Master R. Bruce McLean, 32 Assistant Degree Master David G. Wells Synopsis Scene 1 The Journey Begins Scene 2 Toward Perfection Scene 3 Truth in Council Scene 4 The spirit of Rose Croix Scene 5 Welcome, Hiram

15 11 SUBLIME MASTER ELECTED Eighth Degree of the Ineffable Series SATURDAY MORNING, MAY 16, 2015 This degree dramatizes the importance of good citizenship, that honesty and respect for others should be rewarded. CAST OF CHARACTERS Dramatic Section Nadab... Victor M. Frederick IV, 33 DSM Zibeon... Dennis F. Shaffer, 32 Jonathan... Brian M. Ewing, 32 King Solomon... Glen A. Houck, 32 Abijah... Timothy L. Pletcher, 32 Abinadab... John R. Nester, 33 Joshua... Richard W. Storms, 32 King Hiram... Kenneth R. Good, 32 Adoniram,... Barry S. Millard, 32 Asa,... Eugene A. Pretnicki, 32 Zebediah... Rallph A. Clemmer, 32 Samuel... Keith H. Meitzler, 32 Uriah... Glen M. Shirey, 32 Ben Azariah... Gary S. Pletcher, 32 Jonas... William J. Seal, Jr., 32 Prologue... Keith H. Meitzler, 32 Servants, Guards, Townspeople, and Attendants By Members of the Scottish Rite Degree Workers Corps. Synopsis Scene 1 Chief Tax Collector, Nadab s Headquarters Scene 2 An Interlude Scene 3 Market Place in Capernaum Scene 4 On the Road to King Solomon s Court Scene 5 King Solomon s Audience Chamber Degree Master Robert W. Fries, 33 Assistant Degree Master Marion I. Miller, 33

16 14 GRAND ELECT MASON Eleventh Degree of the Ineffable Series SATURDAY MORNING, MAY 16, 2015 As the summit of Ancient Craft Masonry, this degree impresses us with the holiness of God and the reverence due His Holy Name. CAST OF CHARACTERS Thrice Potent Master... Ronald J. Dalius Deputy Master... Michael J. Huck Senior Warden... Kenneth R. Good Junior Warden... Glen A. Houck Orator... Dennis F. Shafer Master of Ceremonies...Timothy L. Pletcher Captain of the Guard... Gary S. Pletcher Candidate... Richard T. Parshley Ten Commandments... Levi S. Wolf Degree Master - Robert W. Fries, 33 Assistant Degree Master - Victor M. Frederick, III, 33 DSM Assistant Degree Master - Irwin A. Kohler, 33

17 15 KNIGHT OF THE EAST First Degree of the Historical Series SATURDAY MORNING, MAY 16, 2015 The lesson of this degree emphasizes the importance of loyalty to our beliefs and fidelity to our obligations. CAST OF CHARACTERS Ceremonial Section Sovereign Prince... Craig W. Shaffer High Priest... Darwin A. Kerper Senior Warden...Carey M. Kaucher Junior Warden... Kevin J. Matthews Master of Ceremonies... Ernest D. Lopes Master of Entrances... Robert J. Long Candidate... Theodore W. Wallace Prologue...Carey M. Kaucher Dramatic Section Cyrus, King of Persia... Glen A. Houck Daniel, Grand Master of the Palace... Michael A. Black., 33 Abazar, Master of Ceremonies... Kevin S. Barnhardt, 33 Sysina, Master of Cavalry... William P. Ulrich, 33 Zemira, Master of Entrances... Thomas E. Kisling, Jr. Zerubbabel... Jeffrey S. Moyer Satraps, Guards, and Attendants by members of the Scottish Rite Degree Workers Corps Degree Master W. Randall Kegerise, 33 Assistant Degree Master Thomas C. Keen, 33

18 18 KNIGHT OF THE ROSE CROIX OF H-R-D-M Second Degree of the Philosophical Series SATURDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 16, 2015 The message of this degree reveals the new law of love. We should prepare a Temple in our heart, where God is worshiped.. CAST OF CHARACTERS Most Wise Master... John R. Nester, 33 Knight Senior Warden... Michael J. Zerbe Knight Junior Warden... Richard E. Miller, 33 Knight Orator... Robert C. Engelman, 33 Knight Master of Ceremonies... Thomas C. Keen, 33 Knight Captain of the Guard... David J. Dickson, MSA Prelate... Herbert K. Swisher, 33 Neophyte... Kim R. Kegerise Prologue... Gary L. Dukeman TABLEAU Bartholomew... Raymond L. Kunkel, Jr. James/Alpheus... Curtis Rentschler Andrew... Robert C. Baessler Judas... Roger V. Phillips Peter... John E. Murtland, Jr. John... Robert A. Swoyer, 33 MSA Christius... Gilbert L. Sager Thomas... Elmer H. White, Jr. James/Zebedee... Randy A. Hoffman Matthew... Glenn Shirey Phillip... Robert W. Fetters,Jr. Thaddeus... Charles E. Honsberger Simon... Thomas E. Kisling, Jr. Degree Master - Marion I. Miller, 33 Assistant Degree Master Harry E. Hackman, Jr., 33 Assistant Degree Master Clarence W. Martin, 33 Synopsis SCENE 1: Chapter of Knight of Rose Croix SCENE 2: The Chamber of the Mystic Rose SCENE 3: The Chamber of Light

19 20 MASTER FOR LIFE Second degree of the Historical & Philosophical Series SATURDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 16, 2015 In this degree we learn that the challenges of disloyalty and treason must be confronted. We should condemn all who conspire against the security of the nation and the happiness of its people. CAST OF CHARACTERS Officers of the Lodge Worshipful Master... James L. Boyer, 33 Senior Warden... L. Donald Loos, 33 Junior Warden... Robert W. Fetters, Jr. Orator and Prologist...Michael D. Wolfe Secretary... William J. Seal, Jr. Treasurer... Barry S. Millard Senior Deacon...Robert MacHenry Junior Deacon... Irwin A. Kohler, 33 The Visitors James Mercer, Grand Master of Masons in Virginia... Gary S. Pletcher Edmond Randolph, Deputy Grand Master of Virginia... Jeffrey S. Moyer General George Washington... Victor M. Frederick, III, 33 DSM The Marquis de Lafayette... Harry E. Hackman, Jr. General Israel Putnam... Robert C. Engleman General Henry Knox of Massachusetts... Raymond Thompson, Jr., 33 General Mordecai Gist of South Carolina... Ronald J. Dalius General John Sullivan... William P. Ulrich, 33 Benedict Arnold... Herbert K. Swisher, 33 Sir Francis Cranston of England... Dennis F. Shaffer Colonel Gilbert Beltower of England... Allen D. Moyer, 33 Thomas Gerry of Virginia... Kevin S. Barnhardt, 33 Colonel Samuel Crisp, the escort... Samuel P. Wandzilak Degree Master Robert W. Fries, 33 Assistant Degree Master- William H. Tennant, 33 Assistant Degree Master-John J. Tumolo, III, 33 PLACE A meeting of a Symbolic Lodge in Richmond, Virginia. DATE Last November, 1784

20 29 KNIGHT OF ST. ANDREW Eleventh Degree of the Historical & Philosophical Series SATURDAY AFTERNOON MAY 16, This degree emphasizes the Masonic teachings of equality and toleration. THIS DEGREE IS PRESENTED IN VIDEO FORMAT. Location Patras (Ancient Patrae), in Achaia, Western Greece. Interior of the Cathedral of St. Andrew, 1396 A.D., temporary military headquarters of the Sultan, Bayazid el lluerim.

21 31 KNIGHT ASPIRANT Second Degree of the Chivalric Series SATURDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 16, 2015 In this degree we learn that service to humanity should be our response when God calls us to labor. CAST OF CHARACTERS Prince Commander... Darwin A. Kerper Captain of the Guard... Kenneth R. Good Herald... Ignatius M. Sakasitz Constans, an Aspirant to Knighthood... Kevin S. Barnhardt, 33 His Sponsors: Knight Kadosh... Harry E.Hackman, Jr., 33 Knight of Rose Croix... Paul A. Swank, Jr. Knight Prince of Jerusalem... David J. Dickson Knight of Perfection... Roger V. Phillips His Companions: Florio, a Gallant... Allen D. Moyer, 33 Urban, a Philosopher... Barry S. Millard Ignatius, a Monk... Samuel P. Wandzilak Archbishop... Michael D. Wolfe Trumpeter... Kim R. Kegerise Prologue... Louis A. Fiorini, 33 Choristers, Knights, Crucifers, Cardinals, and Acolytes by members of the Scottish Rite Degree Workers' Corps. Degree Master - Robert Bruce McLean Synopsis SETTING-Interior of a Cathedral in France in the late afternoon, about l300 A.D.

22 32 SUBLIME PRINCE OF THE ROYAL SECRET Third Degree of the Chivalric Series SATURDAY EVENING, MAY 16, 2015 As the culmination of Scottish Rite Masonry, this degree celebrates the triumph of individual integrity and our obligation to serve humanity. CAST OF CHARACTERS Ceremonial Section Commander-in-Chief... William H. Tennant, Jr., 33 First Lieutenant Commander... Irwin A. Kohler, 33 Second Lieutenant Commander... Kevin S. Barnhardt, 33 Orator... Raymond Thompson, Jr., 33 Chancellor... William P. Ulrich, 33 Master of Ceremonies... Thomas C. Keen, 33 Hospitaler... Allen D. Moyer., 33 Engineer & Seneschal... William J. Oehme, 33 Captain of the Guard... Edward J. Stumm, 33 Worshipful Master of a Symbolic Lodge... John R. Nester, 33 Thrice Potent Master, Lodge of Perfection,... Ronald J. Dalius, 32 Sovereign Prince, Prince of Jerusalem,... Craig W. Shaffer, 32 Most Wise Master, Knight of Rose Croix... Arthur K. Armstrong, 32 Constans, an Aspirant... Robert J. Hoyes, 33 Usher... John J. Tumolo, III, 33 Honor Guards Glen A. Houck Dennis F. Shaffer Cary M. Kaucher Kevin J. Matthews Gary L. Dukeman Keith H. Meitzler Degree Master James L. Boyer, 33 Assistant Degree Master Larry A. Buzzard, 33

23 SCOTTISH RITE DEGREE WORKERS' CORPS Those listed below appear as speakers and non-speakers in various degrees during THIS REUNION and form an important dramatic background to complete the action and to support the speakers. These names are in addition to the speakers and non-speakers whose names appear on the degree pages: Bradley L. Auker John D. Briggs Michael J. Coine Anthony C. DiGirolomo Daniel J. Driscoll Wilber R. Hixson Norman F. Lengel Bradley S. Lingenfelter Robert MacHenry Michael J. Markowski Sean B. O Hanlon J. Allen Reynolds Joseph H. Russell Sean C. Secor William L. Snyder Charles B. Stoudt Daniel Thrash Elmer H. White, Jr. Ryan R. Wolf Michael Yacovelli Michael J. Zerbe

24 50- YEAR MEMBERSHIP RECOGNITION Today, as we pick our way through this dizzy, giddy, whirl of modern change and development, we give thought to leaving our mark on the walls we build so that someone a thousand years from now may see what we have done. The brethren that we honor today have already left their mark; their works are everlasting, and they have lived in accordance with the truth and precepts of our order. The Masonic influence has long been felt in their lives as they passed through the corridors of the temple and practiced the truths and mysteries of the order; they believed in them, and practiced them, and made them an integral part of their lives. They found that Masonry is a way of life a set of virtues and fundamental truths which must be a living, vital part of our existence, not merely a series of ritualistic performances. It is a privilege and an honor to once again pay tribute to those who have reached their 50 th anniversary in Scottish Rite Masonry, a milestone in their Masonic lives. CONGRATULATIONS to all of the following brethren. Proper honor will be bestowed upon them during the Saturday session of our Spring Reunion, at which time those who are able to attend will receive their 50-year pins from the Commander-in-Chief. Those who cannot attend will receive their pins through the mail. Carroll S. Arnold J. Eugene Astheimer David J. Baker Jr. Leroy E. Bechtel John W. Blosenski Harold H. Corl Calvin A. Crum Clifford L. Defrees Glen L. Diehm Ronald C. Downie James F. Eckman John R. Eidemiller Charles I. Fair Sr. Paul D. Fisher Earl W. Glisson Jr. George E. Keller Kenneth K. Kern Burton N. Margolis Robert L. Merkt Herbert C. Miller Jr. Harold R. Moyer William H. Munholland Gene P. Naus Frederick B. Plowfield William F. Reber George S. Schlegel Edward D. Stoudt Robert A. Swoyer, 33 MSA William E. Trusty

25 LIVING PAST OFFICERS OF EACH BODY IN THE VALLEY OF READING READING LODGE OF PERFECTION, 14 Living Past Thrice Potent Masters *Emanuel Iglesias, 33, MSA William T. Hill, 33 *Norman A. Fox, 33 MSA Robert W. Fries, 33 P. Thomas Feeser, 33 Paul D. Fisher, 33 Bruce R. Kinzey, 32 MSA John C. Evans, II, 33 Louis A. Fiorini, 33 Irvin D. Herring, 33 Barry L. Noll, 32 James L. Boyer, 33 Larry A. Buzzard, 33 Marvin G. Speicher, 33 Wayne H. Thomas, 32 Conrad L. Heimbach, 33 Michael J. Zerby, 33 Irvin C. Henry, Jr., 33 Thomas C. Keen, 33 Jon J. DeHart, 33 Curtis W. Hoyt, 32 Kerry J. Cashman, 33 Victor M. Frederick, III, 33 DSM Rodney E. Small, 32 Mark A. Haines, 33 Robert H. Lindenmuth, Jr., 32 Irwin A. Kohler, 33 Allen D. Moyer, 33 Michael A. Black, 33 Robert C. Engleman, 33 John J. Tumolo, III, 33 Kevin S. Barnhardt, 33 James A. Gilbert, 32 Samuel P. Wandzilak, 32 Thomas Gamon, IV, 32 Andrew E. Weitzenkorn, 32 * Donald Rudman, 32 * Robert J. Smilk, 32 MSA * Bennett E. Wartman, 32 C. GILBERT STEFFE COUNCIL, 16 Living Past Sovereign Princes Leroy E. Bechtel, 32 MSA Harriss A. Butler, III, 33 Clarence J. Echternacht, 33 Charles J. Breiner, 32, MSA Russell W. Baker, 33 Blaine F. Fabian, 33 William L. Snyder, 32 MSA Carl F. Wagner, 32 Richard E. Hummel, 33 W. Randall Kegerise, 33 James F. Moyer, 32, MSA Eric L. Brandt, 33 Edward J. Stumm, 33 J. Richard Eby, 33 L. Donald Loos, Jr., 33 MSA Raymond W. Gottschall, III, 32 Raymond Thompson, Jr., 33 Donald G. Laumeister, 32 MSA Robert S. Conway, 33 William H. Tennant, Jr., 33 Carl F. Berger, 32 William L. Loos, 32 David J. Dickson, 32 MSA Paul A. Swank, Jr., 32 Michael D. Wolfe, 32 David G. Wells, 32 Robert C. Baessler, 32 Stephen R. Higgins, 32 *Valley of Abington merged 8/1/91

26 FRANCIS MARION HIGHLEY CHAPTER, 18 Living Past Most Wise Masters George P. Meissner, 33 John L. Winkelman, 33 Gerald R. Baum, 33 MSA James R. Shaw, 33 Marion I. Miller, 33 Robert W. Gilbert, 32, MSA Uwe N. Petersen, 32 MSA Chester R. Pierce, 32, MSA William D. Coldren, Jr., 33 William P. Ulrich, 33 Glenn M. Shirey, 32 Karl F. Allmendinger, 32 *Edward O. Weisser, 33 Robert J. Hoyes, 33 Clarence W. Martin, 33 John R. Nester, 33 Chester W. Brown, 32 MSA Bradley L. Auker, 32 Bryan D. Rendina, 32 William J. Oehme, 33 Harry Bertoti, 33 Richard E. Miller, 32 Barry P. Loring, 32 Harry E. Hackman, Jr. 33 READING CONSISTORY, 32 Living Past Commanders-in-Chief *Norman A. Fox, 33 MSA *Emanuel Iglesias, 33 MSA Robert W. Fries, 33 P. Thomas Feeser, 33 Paul D. Fisher, 33 Larry A. Buzzard, 33 Russell W. Baker, 33 James L. Boyer, 33 Thomas C. Keen, 33 L. Donald Loos, Jr., 33 MSA Victor M. Frederick, III, 33 DSM Herbert K. Swisher, 33 * Robert J. Smilk, 32 MSA * Valley of Abington merged 8/1/91 SCOTTISH RITE VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE Bradley L. Auker...President L. Donald Loos, Jr. 33 MSA... 1st Vice President Stephen R. Higgins... Secretary Faye Baker... Treasurer LADIES' AUXILIARY - VALLEY OF READING AASR Cheryl Weiser...President Carol Keen... Vice-President Cheryl Gamon... Secretary Terri Swisher... Corresponding Secretary Shirley McLucas... Treasurer SCOTTISH RITE CATHEDRAL ASSOCIATION Directors Robert W. Fries, 33 Larry A. Buzzard, 33 Emanuel Iglesias, 33 Allen D. Moyer, 33 Harry E. Hackman, Jr, 33 LeRoy E. Bechtel, 32 MSA L. Donald Loos, Jr., 33 MSA Irwin A. Kohler, 33 Irvin D. Herring, 33 William H. Tennant, Jr., 33 Directors Emeritus Robert A. Swoyer, 33 MSA

27 SCOTTISH RITE CHOIR James R. Shaw, Director/Organist Carl W Binkley Alan H. Czako William M. Detterer David R. DeTurk Christopher L. Freese Geoffrey A. Gray Richard E. Hummel, 33 Harold L. Kremser, Jr. Clarence W. Martin, 33 Matthew J. Mercadante S. John Meinhart Reiner W. Miller Robert E. Moore, Sr. Ronald N. Weitzel SOUND DEPARTMENT Kenneth L. Riegel, 32 MSA... Director Walter E. Fizz... Assistant Director Guy W. Petery, 32 MSA... Director Emeritus Ray E. Weaver PROJECTIONISTS Jay B. Coleman, 32 MSA Jamie L. Swoyer Ralph D. Gutshall, Jr., 32 MSA Ryan H. Peters SCOTTISH RITE RECEPTION COMMITTEE John W. Freeston, 32 MSA... Director Richard T. Karbel... Assistant Director William A. Quinn, MSA... Assistant Director Assistants Chester A. Burgert David J. Dickson, 32 MSA Eugene A. Diffenderfer Ronald C. Hafer Russel B. Hasson H. Sheldon Horne John B. Kopp Burnell E. Kreider Peter M. Laspopoulos Dennis C. Loch L. Donald Loos, 33 MSA Michael J. Quinn Rodney M. Rentschler Paul W. Ressler Joseph F. Sullivan Scott W. Weber

28 CLASS MARSHALS Louis A. Fiorini, Chairman Michael L. Bell Dale R. Bentz James L. Boyer, 33 Richard A. Imgrund Willard H. Miller Robert E. Roadcap CLASS REGISTRARS John J. Tumolo, III, Chairman Charles F. Ewing Jeffrey C. Rhein Michael J. Zerbe ASSISTANT TYLERS David G. Wells... Co-Chairman Robert J. Hoyes, Co-Chairman J. Gary Grazier, 32 MSA... Tyler Emeritus Robert C. Baessler John R. Nester, 33 Robert E. Crouse William R. Tobias Wilbur R. Hixson SECRETARIAT Ronald J. Kauffman, 32 MSA Samuel P. Wandzilak WARDROBE CORPS Craig W. Shaffer... Costume Supervisor Robert Chambers, 32 MSA... Assistant Costume Supervisor Wardrobe Department Director Robert K. Bricker, 32 MSA Charles J Breiner, 32 MSA Assistant Directors Stephen R. Higgins Robert A. Bricker, 32 MSA Assistants James P. Boyer Darwin A. Kerper, Jr Raymond W. Moyer E. William Bricker Larry M. Kline Justin A. Radziewicz Joseph M. Damiani Donald G. Laumeister, 32 J. Allen Reynolds Bernardo DeLellis Einar J. Lund Timothy L. Schwambach Kristian D. Gosling Robert G. MacHenry John G. Stasik Paul R. Grube James F. Moyer, 32 MSA William R. Tobias William C. Henley, III ROBING CORPS Raymond L. Kunkel, Jr.... Chief of Robing Assistants Frank L. Einsel Harold F. George John C. McDonough C. William LeVan Richard T. Parshley

29 MAKE-UP & WIG DEPARTMENT William L. Loos... Director Larry A. Buzzard, Assistant Director Make-up Assistants William G. Bensinger, Jr. Kerry J. Cashman, 33 Victor M. Frederick, III 33 DSM William J. Guiseppe Rodney E. Small Herbert K. Swisher, 33 William P. Ulrich, 33 Michael D. Wolfe Scott A. Zechman Wig Assistants J. Richard Eby, 33 Donald L. Baker Edward J. Stumm, 33 STAGE CORPS Lawrence S. Bortz, III, 32, MSA.... Stage Manager. Raymond P. Bostard... Assistant Stage Manager Robert W. McClatchie, Jr., 32 MSA... Stage Manager Emeritus Darryl D. Bentz Robert W. Edge Michael Hernandez Russell E. Hoffman, Jr. Herbert H. Houston Philip W. Johnston Assistant James J. Kuhlman Harold P. Peffley Harold W. Steve, Jr. Wayne H.Thomas Raymond Thompson, Jr. 33 Michael J. Zerbe ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING DEPARTMENT William J. Lausch, 32 MSA... Director David H. White, 32 MSA... Director Emeritus Assistants Robert J. Long Thomas E. Scheaffer Robert A. Swoyer, 33, MSA John J. Tumolo, Jr., 33

30 PROPERTY DEPARTMENT Scott J. Helm... Director Robert L. Milliken... Assistant Director Assistants Theodore H. Wallace Matthew E. Weidner PRODUCTION STAFF Eric L. Brandt, Director of Work William H. Tennant, Jr., Production Manager LeRoy E. Bechtel, 32 MSA... Production Manager Emeritus John R. Nester, Assistant Manager Raymond W. Gottschall, III... Assistant Manager Degree Masters James L. Boyer, 33 Larry A. Buzzard, 33 Clarence J. Echternacht, 33 Victor M. Frederick, III, 33 DSM Robert W. Fries, 33 Thomas C. Keen, 33 W. Randall Kegerise, 33 Irwin A. Kohler, 33 Clarence W. Martin, 33 R. Bruce McLean Marion I. Miller, 33 Herbert K. Swisher, 33 CASTING COMMITTEE Irvin D. Herring, Chairman Larry A. Buzzard, 33 W. Randall Kegerise, 33 Herbert K. Swisher, 33 Marion I. Miller, 33 James R. Shaw, 33 PHOTOGRAPHERS Harold E. Hoch... Class Photos Rodney E. Small... Degree Photos

31 A TRIBUTE TO THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED As has been our custom, on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 we will again pause to pay tribute to the presiding officers of the Lodge, Council, Chapter, and Consistory who will complete their term of office on May 31, These brethren have been faithful in the performance of their duties. They have accepted the responsibilities of their offices not only during their year as presiding officers but all along the line of "going through the chairs." They have fully supported all of the activities of the Valley which includes Club participation. They have made many friends and the Valley of Reading is better and richer through the service that they have so unselfishly given. The true office of a Mason is to sow that others may reap, to work and plant for those who will follow in our footsteps. For only through kindness and giving of service and friendship and cheer can we learn the true meaning of living. Each of these brethren has fulfilled these attributes to the fullest measure. We are proud to honor: Brother Ronald J. Dalius, 32 Thrice Potent Master Brother Craig W. Shaffer, 32E Sovereign Prince Brother Arthur K. Armstrong, 32E Most Wise Master Ill. William H. Tennant, Jr., 33E Commander-in-Chief To them we say that the decoration that they will receive is not given as a memorial to their labors; but as an inspiration to continue the fine contribution that they are making to the Scottish Rite. A great Valley has every right to expect still greater accomplishments from these four brethren. Congratulations and appreciation to each of the retiring officers.

32 BRING YOUR PASSPORT TO EACH REUNION The primary purpose of your 32 Masonic Passport is to encourage you to experience all of the degrees presented by the Valleys of the Scottish Rite 32 Masonry. Through the lessons of these degrees, we look to the past for great and immovable truths of the ages. At the same time, we are reminded that these truths are not locked in the past, but rather must serve to guide us as we move into the unknown future. The Valley of Reading schedules degrees at least once in five years. Some degrees are required at each Reunion. Popular degrees are exemplified more frequently. When you witness a degree in any Valley within the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, that Valley will validate the appropriate page in your passport. This schedule will assist you in witnessing all the Scottish Rite Degrees. Reading Lodge of Perfection 4 Each Reunion 5 Fall Fall Spring Fall Fall Fall Spring Fall Spring Each Reunion C. Gilbert Steffe Council Princes of Jerusalem 15 Each Spring Reunion 16 Each Fall Reunion Knights of Rose Croix Francis Marion Highley Chapter, 17 Each Fall Reunion 18 Each Spring Reunion Reading Consistory, S.P.R.S. 19 Spring Spring Spring Spring Fall Spring Fall Spring Spring Spring Spring Spring Each Reunion 32 Each Reunion This schedule will be revised periodically. Check specific dates with The Scottish Rite office.

33 You Belong to a County Club, Enjoy Your Scottish Rite Membership Fully! Every Brother who becomes a Scottish Rite Mason in the Valley of Reading is automatically a member of one of the Scottish Rite Clubs (generally referred to as County Clubs ). The Club you belong to is determined by the location of your lodge or your residence. These Clubs offer you local opportunity to enjoy Scottish Rite fellowship, social activities, membership development, and general support of the Valley of Reading. Schuylkill County Club Members who reside in Schuylkill County Ontelaunee Club Members who reside in Northern Berks County and are primarily members of Vaux Lodge No. 406 and Huguenot Lodge No. 377 Pagoda Club Members who reside in the greater Reading and Southern Berks County areas. Lancaster County Club Members who reside in Lancaster County Chester County Club Members who reside in Chester County Good Fellowship Club Members who reside in the Pottstown, Boyertown, and Western Montgomery County areas. More Social Opportunities Hiram s Scottish Riders Motorcycle Club Membership is open to non-masons who enjoy motorcycles. The Club supports the 32 Masonic Learning Center for Children, a tutoring program for children with dyslexia. Model Railroading Club Membership in the Train Club is open to non-masons. Focuses on those who enjoy model railroading. Golden Eagles Club Membership is open to non-masons, for both men and women. A senior Citizens Club meets once a month for lunch, entertainment and socialization.

34 OUR SCOTTISH RITE CLUBS We pay tribute to the officers of our City and County Clubs, to the founders and leaders, past and present, and to the members for their splendid cooperation in promoting the Scottish Rite Way and the Masonic understanding and fellowship that go with it. Through a program of year-round activities, these clubs have succeeded in creating and keeping alive an interest in the Scottish Rite which has resulted in a creditable growth of membership from the areas which they serve. CITY AND COUNTY CLUB OFFICERS ONTELAUNEE CLUB President... Irwin A. Kohler, 33 Secretary/Treasurer... Irvin D. Herring, 33 LANCASTER COUNTY CLUB President... J. Richard Eby, 33 Vice President... Secretary... Clarence W. Martin, 33 Treasurer... W. Randall Kegerise, 33 SCHUYLKILL COUNTY CLUB President... David E. Moyer First Vice President... Charles E. Griffiths Secretary/Treasurer... James F. Moyer, 32 MSA GOOD FELLOWSHIP CLUB President... Timothy L. Pletcher First Vice President... Keith H. Meitzler Second Vice President... Stephen E. Inzer Secretary... Barry S. Millard Treasurer... Ralph A. Clemmer CHESTER COUNTY CLUB President... William Guiseppe First Vice President... Theodore H. Wallace Second Vice President... Anthony C. Romero Secretary... Bernando DeLellis, Jr. Treasurer... Gerald C.Swisher, Jr. PAGODA CLUB President... John J.Tumolo, III, 33 First Vice President... Robert J. Hoyes, 33 Secretary... Samuel P. Wandzilak Treasurer... Raymond W. Gottschall, III

35 CANDIDATES PLEASE READ Your marshals will be glad to assist you in making the reunion an enjoyable one. A little patience may be required but if you follow their instructions you and your fellow members of the class will experience the least inconvenience. Candidates will please report at the Scottish Rite Cathedral, 310 S. Seventh Ave., West Reading, PA at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2015, to register and receive your credentials. The balance of your initiation fee is due at this time, if not paid in full previously. Any candidates who were previously approved will please arrange to be present at the same time. Continental breakfast will be served to the candidates beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday. Dues to May 31, 2016 are due and payable during the Reunion. VERY IMPORTANT The Constitution of the Supreme Council stipulates that Scottish Rite bodies confer the following degrees as the minimum requirements: in the Lodge, the 4 ; in the Consistory, the 32, plus a minimum of three additional degrees which exemplify one or more of the core values of the Rite. In order that a candidate may be eligible for advancement in the Rite, he must have witnessed the required degree or degrees in the preceding body. If a candidate does not witness the required degree, whether by choice or by circumstances, he will be held over until the time of the next exemplification. Therefore, if you wish to receive the 32 at this Reunion you must be present for all of the degrees scheduled unless you are already a member of a Lodge of Perfection; then you may omit the 4.

36 REUNION SCHEDULE 2015 SPRING REUNION SCOTTISH RITE CATHEDRAL West Reading, Pennsylvania SATURDAY, May 16, :00 a.m. Continental Breakfast Dining Room 7:30 a.m. Class Registration Candidates Room 7:45 a.m. Class Orientation Candidates Room 8:00 a.m. Reading Lodge of Perfection, 14 4 Master Traveler in full form 11 Sublime Master Elected in full form 14 Grand Elect Mason in full form C. Gilbert Steffe Council, 16 Prince of Jerusalem 15 Knight of the East in full form 12:00 p.m. Buffet Luncheon Zimmerman Dining Room 1:00 p.m. Francis Marion Highley Chapter, 18 Rose Croix 18 Knight of the Rose Croix in full form 2:00 p.m. Reading Consistory, 32 Sublime Prince of the Royal Secret Introductions Reception of the Honored Guest Presentation of 50 Year Members 20 Master for Life in full form 29 Knight of St. Andrew Video Presentation 31 Knight Aspirant in full form 5:00 p.m. Dinner Zimmerman Dining Room 6:00 p.m. 32 Sublime Prince of the Royal Secret in full form

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