THE RITE BULLETIN. Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry

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1 Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Ill. Wayne I. Smith, 33 Personal Representative of the S.G.I G. (360) Valley of Everett From the Personal Representative Ill Bro. Wayne Smith, 33 We have just completed our Installation of Officers for 2010 and it went very well. I owe a debt of gratitude to Ill. Allen Lowe, 33, Ill. Earl Greathouse, 33 and Ill. Walt Moody, 33 for their assistance in getting everything set up and ready. Kudos to Brother Hernan Divinagracia, 32 KCCH, his Lady Norma and their assistants for the great dinner, Brother Wayne Betts, 32 KCCH for the cake, all of you who assisted in serving and to all of you who stayed and cleaned up after the installation and dessert. This is one of the times that the phrase many hands make light work is very appropriate. I was particularly pleased to see so many of our new officers present to be installed and how many of you and your families were present to support them. All of our elected officers were present as were nearly all of our appointed officers. The few appointed officers that were not present are installed in absentia. I know that there were several competing events the same night that required some of you to miss our installation, but Brethren; you truly missed an impressive ceremony as we move ahead in Everett Scottish Rite for the year In Scottish Rite Masonry, as well as all of Masonry and every other service, fraternal, or community organization it is the support and participation that each of you give to our new leaders that make their terms successful. Please re-dedicate yourself to our Scottish Rite Valley and to Masonry in general and participate in the programs and degrees that we confer. As I peruse our Grand Master s itinerary, I find it particularly noteworthy that the month of February is dedicated to Job's Daughters as the Grand Lodge appendant body of the month, April is dedicated to DeMolay, and May is dedicated to Rainwww.everettscottishrite.org Ill. Charrison Lochaby, 33 Secretary PO Box 1112 Everett, WA (888) Toll Free Orient of Washington Volume 19 FEBRUARY 2010 Issue 02 THE RITE BULLETIN bow for Girls. Everett Valley Scottish Rite just held our Annual Youth Night on 15 January at which we honored our youth groups and I am truly sorry that I missed it as I was in Mobile, Alabama for a National Sojourner meeting. I submit that honoring our youth once a year is not adequate and we need to support them and their endeavors on a regular basis. When was the last time that you visited one of their meetings, volunteered to drive, willing donated funds to support their Chapters, Assemblies and Bethel s or supported their fund raising events such as dinners, raffles, breakfasts, etc? I know that our Valley pays them to serve at our catered dinners, we put advertisements in their Annual Communication programs, and on Youth Night we present every Assembly, Bethel, Chapter that attends with an appreciation check. I know that they truly need the financial support that we offer but even more they need the support you give by participating and attending their meetings and events. So many times you have heard one of us say something to the effect that They are our future. It is very apparent with DeMolay as we have so many Brothers in Masonry and Scottish Rite Masonry who have been enticed into our labors because they were DeMolay s. With Job s Daughters and Rainbow for Girls it may not be so apparent to some. I submit that if we support them and their endeavors we have assisted in making them better persons and citizens and most of these young ladies will never forget their Masonic experience and they will encourage their boyfriends and future husbands to look at Masonry as a way for them also to become better citizens and family leaders. Do not let this opportunity to improve our youth, our families, our community, our state and our nation slip by. They need us now. We have several superb events coming up in Everett Valley in the next few weeks. First is our Annual Sweethearts Dinner on Friday, 12 February. There will be a Punch Bowl Social at 6:30 with dinner at 7:00 Reservations Are Required. Degree conferral for the 21 st degree on the 19 th of

2 From The Secretary Ill. Charrison Lochaby, 33 The year-end holidays have come and gone and I sincerely hope that you all had a Merry Christmas and are well on your way to a Happy and Prosperous New Year. Today is January 6, 2010 and I have been reconciling some 2009 annual reports and some interesting items are coming to light. Dues..It appears that we will be dropping only five members for NPD for That is a significant decrease from recent years when we dropped as many as 15. You brothers are all to be congratulated for making membership in Scottish Rite a priority. As for the current dues year the Valley has 16 members who have not paid their 2009 dues and 61 who still owe for their 2010 dues. Brothers, please check your dues card and if it says 2009 please send me your check. Dinner Reservations became critical at the Christmas Party and I actually had to turn some members away because the dining room was full and there was no more seating available. So, the bottom line is to please make your dinner reservations early to assure yourself and your guests a place at the dinner table. February 12 is our Sweetheart Dinner; March 19 is the Ceremony of Remembrance; April 9 is the reception for our Grand Master, M W Gale H. Kenny; and the Cap and Ring Ceremony and Banquet will be on May 26. Each of these events requires dinner reservations. I can take reservations for these dinners at any time from now until the Wednesday before the event. On Wednesday, prior to the event, I must to give the caterer the head count so he can purchase his supplies and also to those hard working brothers who set up the dining room for the event. From the Personal Representative (Continued from page 1) February, a great program on the 26 th of February, conferral of the 25 th Degree on the 12 th of March and on the 19 th of March our Annual Ceremony of Remembrance, again with a Punch Bowl Social at 6:30 with dinner at 7:00 Reservations Are Required. Please join me and come out and support our Valley and our new leadership. In Memoriam Members of the Scottish Rite, Valley of Everett are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Brother Edwin F. Kellison This Brother has been called to the Great Celestial Lodge above by the Supreme Architect of the Universe. He lived respected and died regretted. Farewell My Brother, Until We Meet Again From the Almoner's desk John Friesen, 32º If you know of anyone who is ill, in a nursing home or hospital please let me know so I can send them a card or pay them a visit. May God be with you. God Bless. I can be contacted at or me at: john-friesen@comcast.net The members of the Valley of Everett Scottish Rite extend to all the Brethren listed below, born in the month of February, a very Happy Birthday! John E Aldrich John O Anderson Wayne C Betts Walter L Bisson Thomas R Booth Will Burge, III Edward Carlin Howard T Cromer Donald L DuBois Eligio L Dulay Kenneth D Frank Tony L Gill Mark D Goldberg Carl R Goodman Eugene N Hasson Gregory L Iverson Richard L Kerr Jerry R Kunkle Lance N Lindgren Samuel V Rickard III Theodore E Rupley Anthony C Schwab Alberto P Tcruz

3 Membership Development - Lead By Example By Terry Grove 32 Wise Master - Rose Croix Brethren - as we embark on the new decade and begin our 101st year as Scottish Rite Valley of Everett - we have many to thank, who preceded us and got us where we are today. The leadership demonstrated by our prior Past Most Worshipful Grand Masters and existing Personal Representative and current Illustrious brothers will be difficult, but not impossible, to match their leadership skills. Too often we take them for granted. How many Valleys have the opportunity to learn from three Past Grand Masters (Μ W Chuck McQuery; M W Carl Smith; M W Wayne Smith) and the present Deputy Grand Master, R W Santy Lascano. M Look to your laurels and observe the number of red and white hats within our Valley. We must take the opportunity to learn from them and better ourselves by gleaning whatever knowledge they impart to us. We must actively attend or participate in the many opportunities provided to us within the Valley. There are many who have taken officer positions within the four governing bodies. As we prepare ourselves to deal with the future demands on our fraternity - the question is: Will we be properly skilled to continue the legacy? If we are to learn by "mouth to ear" - how are we to acquire the skills or knowledge, if we do not attend or support the efforts of the Valley? There are many excuses one can give: traffic; family commitments; church obligations; job requirements, Masonic lodge; Shrine or other worthwhile fraternal organizations. There are and will be significant changes in the future, which will be most beneficial to the brethren of the Valley. We have en- deavored to involve as many brothers as possible to share in the experience of family, friendship, fraternalism, fellowship and fun. Unfortunately - there are many who for whatever personal reason they may have - desire not to participate in the Valley of Everett functions. What is it going to take to get some of you off the fence? We all joined Masonry to join our fellowship of brothers in charitable acts for those in need. If we are to continue to grow, we need your input and participation. We are open to your suggestions. However - if you do not speak up, how are we to know your desires or ideas? After all - we learn by example. Therefore, it's up to us to lead by example We look forward to seeing and hearing from you at future meetings. Uncle Joe, The Chinaberry Tree Philosopher The Rules of Civility (Continued) 6. Honor, respect and obey your parents. Even though they may be poor. 7. Labor to keep alive that spark in your breast called conscience Valley of Everett Degree Schedule Feb st Degree Mar th Degree Mar th Degree Apr th Degree Apr th Degree May nd Degree. THE LODGE WHERE I BELONG ARTHUR R. HERRMAN Though my Lodge may lack the splendor Of a temple or a shrine, Or possess the gaudy fixtures That are classed as superfine- Yet the fellowship it offers Is in price beyond compare And I wouldn't trade it ever For life's treasures-rich or rare! The hand-clasp firm, the word of cheer, Oh, such meanings they impart: The mystic ties of brotherhood That links us, heart to heart! You'd really have to travel far, For the friendships quite so strong As those one always finds right here In the lodge where I belong. When all my earthly travels end, And at last I'm borne to rest Where mortal hands no longer toil And I cease life's endless quest Why there's nothing I'd like better- Should I join the heavenly throng- Than to meet with all the brothers Of the Lodge where I belong! Rose Croix Funeral Service This service is very beautiful and available to all members of the Scottish Rite; however, Members must make their desires known to their families and the Valley. Should you desire a Rose Croix Funeral Service, when the time comes, please let your families know now. Ensure that they have the phone number of our Valley Secretary, Charrison Lochaby when that time does comes. Charrison can be reached at , toll free.

4 For the last couple of years the Valley of Everett has been awarding a $5, scholarship to a graduating high school senior who was enrolling in a 4-year Public college or university in the following school year. The Executive Council recommended that the eligibility be extended to include students enrolling in Community Colleges or Vocational-Technical Colleges. Some of the local high school counselors had further recommended that the $5,000 award be split-up so as to include more students. Consequently, the Public Schools Committee put forth the following resolution to change the eligibility and award as stated below. Valley of Everett Scholarship Resolution Whereas the Scholarship Application listed the following eligibility requirement: Scholarship Eligibility & required documentation: 1. Must be a high school senior planning to attend a Public, 4-Year College of Instruction. 2. A copy of current high school transcript must accompany the application. 3. Three Letters of Recommendation from your school counselor, teachers, or School Administrator; and Whereas the Executive Council felt the eligibility should be expanded to include Community Colleges and Technical-Vocational Colleges. Therefore, be it now resolved that the following change be made to the application form: Scholarship eligibility & required documentation: 1. Must be a high school senior enrolling in a Public institution of higher learning, which includes a 2- year community college, a 4-year college or university, or vocational-technical college. 2. A copy of current high school transcript must accompany the application. (No change) 3. Three Letters of Recommendation from your school counselor, teachers, or School Administrator. (No Change) B. Whereas the award level of the scholarship in was a single award of $ ; and Whereas it has been recommended that the award amount is split so as to include more students. Therefore, be it now resolved that the awarded Public Schools Scholarship David McCuistion, 32 Charles McQuery, 33 amount be split into Two (2) $2, Scholarships and shown as follows on the application form: Scholarship Award: Two (2) $2, scholarships will be awarded. Resolution is hereby printed for your review and consideration. The Resolution will be discussed at the next Lodge of Perfection Meeting and voted upon for approval. You are encouraged to attend and let your desires be known. Furthermore, if you know of a graduating high school senior who is planning to enroll in an institution of higher learning this fall and they attend Everett, Cascade, Henry M. Jackson, Mariner or Kamiak High Schools, encourage them to look for the scholarship information in their school counseling office within the next month. The deadline for submitting a scholarship application is May, 1, Americanism Committee JROTC Awards Leonard Martin, 33 David McCuistion, 32 The Americanism Committee is preparing for the upcoming JROTC Award presentations in the high school JROTC Units in our local area. If you have not witnessed one of these awards night events, you are missing an excellent opportunity to view some of our most impressive young leaders of tomorrow. Each year the Valley of Everett presents a Scottish Rite JROTC Americanism Certificate and Medal to a deserving JROTC students who has excelled in community and unit service events that puts forth the Scottish Rite ideals of Americanism during the past year in their school and community. If you would like to assist with these presentations, please contact either Brother Martin or McCuistion and let your desires be known. We would be most happy to have you accompany us to Everett, Mariner, Snohomish, Marysville-Pilchuck, and Arlington High Schools and make the presentation.

5 Could you Pass the Test? By Anthony C Schwab, 33 How many times have you heard someone say, It is a wonder that he ever became a mason. or How does he stay a mason? or Why did he ever become a mason? His actions now (as we see them) should have prevented him from being a mason or staying a mason. How did he become a mason by the way he acts now? The intent of this paper is to show how lucky we are that we are not judged every four years on our actions to the members of the Craft. This does not imply the need to experiment with a change in our system as it is today. On the contrary, it requires stimulating those members we already have to think about our actions. The sooner we start acting the way we should the better our Craft will be. Perfection but existing only in the imagination... Form a mental image of what it would be like if each Mason had to pass a test every four years to remain in the Craft like everyone has to do to keep a driver license. What would we do differently from what we are doing now or would we change at all? Would we only change when we were close to losing our right to remain in the Craft? Would we slow down in life only because we saw a person that could make a difference? Remember, during those four years you could lose all rights by failing to perform the basic Masonic ideals. We apply for drivers license or memberships in a Masonic Lodge by filling out the paperwork with the understanding that everything on the form is, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. At the DMV you wait for your name to be called to see if your paper work was done correctly, your tests are done by answering a lot of questions and hope you pass with at least the minimum grade. When you pass the driver s test you are ready to show how good you are at driving. In the Masonic Lodge you will show your proficiency after each degree like the driving test after the written part. We accept members into the Craft with some minimum requirements like, the way they act to others, their knowledge about the Craft and maybe little about their background. Should the requirements for membership be set higher in hopes of fewer problems? What would happen if the driver s license could be acquired if we dropped the requirements to a lower standard and knowledge about driving? We would have people driving that did not know their right from their left or even how to drive in some cases. In some states driving tickets have a point value that when added together can cause you to lose your license; imagine for a minute that all our actions were given points, would we treat our Brothers any different? Usually our actions change when we know something bad is going to happen. We will no longer run red lights, park in unauthorized parking stalls, go over the posted speed limit, talk on a cell phones while driving or having too much to drink. How many times have you said behind a brother s back what a jerk he is? How many times have you not admitted to an error but pointed out someone else s errors? How many times have you failed to address the Master of the Lodge with his proper title and respect? What would happen if the violation of those three items could cause you to be reevaluated as Mason, knowing that one black ball would oust you. My aim is to get people to remember the Oaths that they take within the Craft and nothing more. If what I wrote made you feel upset (which wasn t the reason I wrote this) I am sorry. However, I may have hit a home run on some matters. I only wanted you to think about your actions to your fellow creatures and the Craft. New Year - a Time for Renewals By Angelito Corpus, 32 KCCH The New Year brings a lot of changes into our lives, definitely you would change the calendar, be reminded to write 2010 on your checks and toss out the old day-timer and load it with new refills. It is also a milestone for tracking the progress of projects and imposing individual personal changes called resolutions things you want to improve in your life. In our Valley, the New Year signifies the changing of officers in the different bodies (i.e. Lodge of Perfection, Rose Croix, Council of Kadosh and the Consistory). The Consistory 31 & 32 new officers for 2010 are; Master of Kadosh : Angelito V. Corpus, 32 KCCH Prior : Kenneth N. Thompson, 32 KCCH Preceptor: David A. McCuistion, 32 Chancellor: Alden D. Sarmiento, 32 Minister of State: Walt M. Moody, Jr 33 Prelate: Norberto C. Bautista, 32 Marshal of Ceremonies: John T. Sutton, 32 Expert: Bret D. Griffin, 32 Assistant Expert: Samson T. Jalandoni, 32 Captain of the Guard : Eugene A. McFarlane,32 KCCH These brothers stand vigilant and ready to serve the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Valley of Everett and profess Charity to relieve the distressed. We fervently Hope in the triumph of Masonry, which shall help make all men one family. Hope in the hereafter, where man, immortal, shall attain eternal bliss. Furthermore, we reaffirm our Faith in GOD, who is infinitely good, merciful and loving, in ourselves and in our power to do good. In behalf of the officers of the CON- SISTORY, we look forward to a year of dedicated service and harmony.

6 House of the Temple Washington, D.C. December 29, 2009 Dear Master of the Royal Secret, Two hundred years ago today, our Illustrious Brother Albert Pike, 33, was born in Boston, Massachusetts. He was an explorer, a teacher, a lawyer, a general, and a Freemason. His accomplishments in any of these areas would make him worthy of respect, but it is as a Freemason that we in the Southern Jurisdiction of the Scottish Rite most remember him. In 1853 Ill. Albert G. Mackey, 33, Grand Secretary General, conferred the 4 through 32 on Bro. Pike. Only two years later in 1855 the Supreme Council appointed him to serve on a committee to revise our rituals. His advancement in the Scottish Rite was nothing short of amazing: in 1857 he was coroneted an Inspector General Honorary; in 1858 he became an active member of the Supreme Council; and in 1859 he was elected Sovereign Grand Commander. While Bro. Pike is best known for revising our rituals and writing "Morals and Dogma," we cannot forget that the Southern Jurisdiction operates today under his administrative reorganization of the Supreme Council. Ill. Pike's sublime command of language and his intricate layers of symbolism transformed Scottish Rite ritual in a way no one else has ever accomplished. Our Reverend Brother Joseph Fort Newton may have said it best: "Albert Pike found Freemasonry in a log cabin and left it in a Temple." However, when we think of our former Grand Commander and his many accomplishments, I believe we should consider his own words: What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal. I ask that you take a moment today to pause and consider what Ill. Albert Pike, 33, did for others and for the world. As his heirs, we continue to fulfill his legacy. Sincerely and Fraternally Ronald A. Seale, 33º Sovereign Grand Commander For more information about Albert Pike, view our article HERE. Please join our new social network for Freemasons at Scottish Rite Photo Contest Have a good image of your friend in costume from the reunion? How about a photo of those guys at the recent parade? What about those Brothers who were working so hard at your fundraiser? Or, the kids who were helped from your philanthropic event? Instead of just posting all those images on your blog or Facebook, or saving them until your data card is full, why not try your luck? If you think you have what it takes, send in your favorite images to the First Annual Scottish Rite Photograph Contest. Submit your best photos to the Supreme Council for a chance to win prizes and have your images published. Winning photos will also be featured on the scottishrite.org website and in the Scottish Rite Journal magazine. The categories for entries are: (1) People, (2) Places, (3) Things & Objects (4) House of the Temple. All photographs must have something to do with Freemasonry, the Scottish Rite, or any appendant Masonic organizations or philanthropies. Check out the rules and entry form online at: Heather K. Calloway, Director of Special Programs

7 Tidbits on the Lodge of Perfection By Philip Leung, Jr., Venerable Master The Ancient & Accepted Scottish Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is commonly known as Scottish Rite for short. The Scottish Rite is one of the two branches of Freemasonry (the other branch is being the York Rite) in which a Master Mason may continue his education after he has completed the three degrees in the Symbolic or Blue Lodge Masonry, which builds upon the ethical teachings and philosophy offered in the Blue Lodge through dramatic presentation of the individual degrees. In the Southern Jurisdiction, each Valley has up to four Scottish Rite Bodies, and each body confers a set of degrees, for a total of 29 degrees. The four bodies are: Lodge of Perfection (4 through 14 ) Chapter of Rose Croix (15 through 18 ) Council of Kadosh (19 through 30 ) Consistory (31 through 32 ) A Master Mason must physically be present in the 4 th, 14 th, 18 th, 30 th and 32 nd degree conferral (called compulsory degrees), before he can become a 32 Scottish Rite Mason. In this article, we are only going to dwell on the Scottish Rite Lodge of Perfection. The degrees of the Lodge of Perfection teaches TRUTH, IN- DUSTRY, HONESTY, BENEVO- LENCE, JUSTICE, TOLERATION, PATRIOTISM and LOVE OF COUN- TRY. It is also known as the Ineffable Degrees, having their inception in the Old Testament, because their principal purpose is the investigation and contemplation of the ineffable (unspeakable) name of Deity. Below is a brief statement of the moral teachings found within each degree: 4 - Secret Master: Duty, reflection and study are the gateway to opportunity, such as one honors those relationships to God, family, country and Masonry. 5 - Perfect Master: The degree teaches Masonic honor; that honesty and trustworthiness is the cornerstone of the foundation of such. This virtue should be in all of our undertakings with mankind. 6 - Intimate Secretary: In this degree we are taught to expand our knowledge of duty, charity and toleration. We are instructed to reshape ourselves, our thinking into charity, self-control and success, i.e. to be a peacemaker. 7 - Provost & Judge: We learn that impartial justice protects person, property, happiness and reputation. We are instructed to judge with patience and impartially. 8 - Intendant of the Building: We should strive for perfection by using the great principles of God s inherent love, charity, morality and kindness. 9 -Elu of the Nine (Elected Knight of the Nine): Truth, candor and generosity; the foundation of Scottish Rite masonry is most reflected in this degree Elu of the Fifteen (Illustrious Elect of the Fifteen): This degree teaches us to be tolerant and respect the opinion of others. All should share freedom of political and spiritual ideologies Elu of the Twelve (Sublime Knight of the Twelve): This degree teaches sympathy. We should be compassionate to our brother Masons and to all mankind as well Master Architect: This degree teaches faith in morality and virtue and in God. Life is what each man makes of it; the optimist turns a trial into a blessing Royal Arch of Solomon (Knight of the Nine Arch): Liberty, in our minds and in our hearts, motivated by duty and honor are the lessons of this degree Perfect Elu (Grand Elect, Perfect and Sublime Mason): This degree teaches us to reflect and scrutinize oneself. We should strive to be true to our God and ourselves. Contents in this article are culled from various sources readily available in the Internet. Valley of Everett Refrigerator card (Please cut out this card and place it on your Refrigerator as a reminder of upcoming Scottish Rite and other meetings, appointments or events) February 2010 Feb 12 -Sweetheart Dinner - 6:30PM Punch Bowl Social - 7:00 PM Dinner Feb 14 - Executive Committee Meeting - 2:00 PM Feb 19 - Council of Kadosh st Degree Feb 26 - Chapter of Rose Good of the Order By Kenneth Thompson Bob Dearborn, 32 has tentatively set up the Valley of Everett Night at the Aqua Sox Ballgame for Saturday, July 24, Installation Dinner Thank You, Thank You and Thank You indeed to the brethren who made our Installation Dinner a very successful and a well appreciated endeavors. From set up of the Lodge Room and Dining Room to take downs later at night, it was quite an undertakings but was made a lot lighter with the collective efforts from our steady core of volunteers of Earl Greathouse, Walt Moody, Walt Smith, Wayne Betts, John Friesen, Bob Dearborn, Dick Morgan and Gene McFarlane. To the Honormen servers; Phil Leung, Bob Morris, Angel Corpus, Ken Thompson, Wayne Betts, George Hagge, Walt Moody and Walt Smith as well to those I fail to mentioned your name, I apologize but you know who you are. To the ladies who lend a hand in the kitchen; Margie TCruz, Norma Divinagracia, Cely Lascano and Virgie Leung: thank you, thank you and thank you. To one and all for your unselfish time and efforts my heartfelt appreciations. Hernan KEPT HIM POSTED Solomon, you know, was considered the wisest man on earth. Yes, His wives probable kept him informed concerning all that was going on. (Reprinted from Tied to Masonic Apron

8 d. VALLEY OF EVERETT COMING ATTRACTIONS Valley OF Everett Sweethearts dinner Friday, February 12, 2010 At the Everett Masonic Center 6:30 PM Punch Bowl Social 7:00 PM Dinner Ladies, Guests and Children are invited to attend Reservations Required by Feb. 09, 2010 Ceremony of Remembrance dinner Friday, March 19, 2010 At the Everett Masonic Center 6:30 PM Punch Bowl Social 7:00 PM Dinner Ladies, Guests and Children are invited to attend Reservations required by March 17, 2010

9 Valley of Everett Calendar of Events Reserve Friday Evenings for your Scottish Rite Feb 12 - Lodge of Perfection 6:30 PM Punch Bowl Social, 7:oo PM Dinner Sweetheart Dinner Reservations required by Feb. 10, 2010 Feb 14 - Executive Council Meeting 2:00 PM Feb 19 - Council of Kadosh - 6:30 PM Buffet - 21st Degree Feb 26 - Chapter of Rose Croix - 6:30 PM Buffet Mar 12 - Lodge of Perfection 6:30 PM Buffet - 25th Degree Mar 14 - Executive Council Meeting 2:00 PM Mar 19 - Chapter of Rose Croix - Ceremony of Remembrance - 6:30 PM Punch Bowl Social, 7:00 PM Dinner Reservations required by March 17, 2010 Mar 26 - Consistory - 6:30 PM Buffet DISTRICT EIGHT MASONIC HAPPENINGS FEBRUARY 2010 Date Day Time Lodge Event 2 Tuesday 7:30 PM Sultan-Monroe 160 Crystal 122 Robert Burns Wednesday 7:30 PM Centennial 25 Alpha Saturday 8:00 AM SLOC Crystal 122 Host 9 Tuesday 7:30 PM Damascus Wednesday 6:30 PM Arlington 129 6:30 PM Dinner 7:30 Meeting 11 Thursday 6:30PM Peninsular 95 6:30 PM Dinner 7:30 Meeting 15 Monday 7:30 PM Everett Tuesday 7:30 PM Sultan-Monroe 160 Crystal 122 Robert Burns Wednesday 7:30 PM Centennial 25 Alpha Tuesday 7:30 PM Damascus Wednesday 6:30 PM Arlington 129 6:30 PM Dinner 7:30 Meeting DISTRICT NINE MASONIC HAPPENINGS FEBRUARY 2010 Date Day Time Lodge Event 2 Tuesday 6:30 PM Mount Baker 36 4 Thursday 7:30 PM Burlington -United 93 9 Tuesday 6:30 PM Fidalgo Thursday 7:30 PM Camanio Tuesday 7:30 PM Whidby Island 15 6:30 PM Dinner - 18 Thursday 7:30 PM Garfield Tuesday 6:30 PM Langley 218 6:30 PM Dinner - 24 Wednesday 7:30 PM Lodge Officers Assoc, Reg. Meeting Note: Brethren take the time to visit your local Blue Lodges and share with them the opportunities that are available to them in our valley

10 F&AM Scottish Rite Bodies P. O. Box 1112 Everett, WA Non-Profit Org U.S. Postage paid Mt Vernon, WA Permit No. 147 FEBRUARY What is Scottish Rite? Although there is no higher degree than that of Master Mason, the 29 degrees of the Scottish Rite serve to enrich the philosophy of the Symbolic Lodge. A Mason who chooses to further his Masonic experience by becoming a 32 Scottish Rite Mason will be expanding upon the fundamental principles of Freemasonry. The moral and ethical lessons will allow him to be constantly reminded of his duty to God, Family, Country, and Fellow Man. IN THIS ISSUE From the Personal Representative: Pg 1 From the Secretary: Pg 2 Calendar of Events: Pg 9 February s Birthdays: Pg 2 Membership - Leadership by example by Terry Grove, Wise Master: Pg 3 Can you pass the test? by Anthony Schwab: Pg 5 A New Year - a time for renewal by Angelito Corpus: Pg 5 A letter from Ronald A. Seale. Sovereign Grand Commander: Pg6 Tidbits on the Lodge of Perfection by Phillip Leung: Pg 7 Good of the Order by Kenneth Thompson: Pg 7 Valley of Everett Degree Schedule Coming Attractions: Pg 3 Uncle Joe, The Chinaberry Tree Philosopher: Pg 3 Scholarship & Americanism: Pg 4 David McCustion & Leonard Martin Web masters' Note: Come visit the Everett Valley web site. It is located at: DATES TO REMEMBER February 12, 2010 Valley Of Everett Sweetheart Dinners 6:30 PM Punch Bowl Social 7:00 PM Dinner At the Everett Masonic Center Ladies, Guest and Especially Children are invites to attend RSVP By February 09, 2010 Quote of the Month What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us. What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal. Albert Pike Valley of Everett Contact List Wayne I. Smith, 33º, Personal Rep of the S.G.I.G. Telephone: (360) smithchx@whidbey.com Charrison Lochaby, 33º, Secretary Telephone: clochaby@whidbey.com John Friesen, 32º Almoner Telephone: john-friesen@comcast.net Kenneth Thompson, 32º, KCCH, Editor Telephone: Kenneth.thompson32@verizon.net