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1 Volume 69 Number 4 April 2016 Bulletin Please invite your Masonic Brothers to join you in the University of Freemasonry here at Fresno Scottish Rite. The next class starts May 6th Submit their petitions ASAP!

Fresno Scottish Rite Bulletin Official publication of the Fresno Bodies Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Fresno, Freemasonry.

com Web Master: Karl Wenn, 32 Editor: Juliet Vitz Asst. Editor: Bernard R.

Bernard Hollenbeck, 33 Commander Fresno Council of Kadosh Dale Hammel, 32 Master of Kadosh Fresno Consistory David Coleman, 32 KCCH Orator David Pitts, 32 KCCH Almoner Louis W. Jelinek Jr.

2 Fresno Scottish Rite Bulletin Official publication of the Fresno Bodies Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Fresno, Freemasonry. California Published monthly at the Center, 1455 L Street, Fresno CA Phone (559) FAX (559) fresnosr@sbcglobal.net WEB PAGE: Web Master: Karl Wenn, 32 Editor: Juliet Vitz Asst. Editor: Bernard R. Hollenbeck, 33 Secretary Assistant to the Personal Representative David Kelley, 32 Venerable Master Fresno Lodge of Perfection Vincent Villarta, 32 KCCH Wise Master Fresno Chapter of Rose Croix Bernard Hollenbeck, 33 Commander Fresno Council of Kadosh Dale Hammel, 32 Master of Kadosh Fresno Consistory David Coleman, 32 KCCH Orator David Pitts, 32 KCCH Almoner Louis W. Jelinek Jr., 33 Secretary C. Ray Whitaker, 33 Treasurer The deadline for submissions is the third Monday of the month. Permission is granted to Masonic Publications to copy. ALL BRETHREN WHOSE NAMES AP- PEAR IN THIS BULLETIN ARE OF THE 32 UNLESS OTHERWISE IDENTI- FIED. Allegiance: The Bodies of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, sitting in The Valley of Fresno, Orient of California, acknowledge the authority of and yield allegiance to the Supreme Council (Mother Council of the World) of the Inspectors General, Knights Commander of The House of the Temple of Solomon of the Thirty -Third Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States of America. Ill. Frank Loui, 33 Sovereign Grand Inspector General in California Ill. Ronald A. Seale, 33 Sovereign Grand Commander Washington D.C. Ill. Richard Paris, 33 Personal Representative of the SGIG Advisory Conference

3 What: The 4th Orient of CA Scottish Rite Tough Mudder Tahoe Event When: Saturday June 11, Start Time 10:00 a.m. Where: Northstar Resort, 5001 Northstar Drive, Truckee CA Who is invited: Official Team members include Scottish Rite Masons, Blue Lodge Masons, friends that are interested in becoming a Freemason, and family. All others are encouraged to come support the Team as Spectators. Hospitality: We will have a hospitality suite at Lakeland Village, South Lake Tahoe. Food and Beverage will be available over the course of the weekend. The Participants and Support Staff will meet at this location on Friday evening, Saturday after the event, and Sunday morning for a continental breakfast with Ill. Brother Rex Hutchens, Grand Cross PGM AZ, author of Bridge to Light. There will be plenty of personal time over the course of the weekend for the Team members to discuss all things Masonic. Lodging: A number of the Team members and Support staff will lodge together in various units at Lakeland Village. Please discuss lodging with your Valley s Squad Leader as this is high season at Tahoe and the number of available units are limited. Please go to the following link and use our Group Code to secure your lodging. Group Code: SCOTTI0616 Enjoy: A weekend of Camaraderie Fellowship Fraternity Team Building Charity: This year our Team will be raising funds for our Scottish Rite Childhood Language Centers. Although these are very grueling events, they are also fun events. In keeping with our mission to promote a Team Building environment we invite you to come join us as a Team Participant, Team Support Staff, or as a Spectator. Participant Registration: $ (*This includes ticket, Team tee-shirt, Scottish Rite Certified Tough Certificate, all the Tough Mudder bling, and our own hospitality Friday Sunday morning). Support Staff Registration: $50 (*This includes ticket, Team tee-shirt, Scottish Rite Certified Tough Certificate and hospitality Friday Sunday morning). Spectator Registration: $50 (*This includes ticket, Team tee-shirt, and hospitality Saturday night after the event). For information about how to get tickets and become a Team Participant, Team Support Staff or Spectator please contact the following Valley Team Leaders: Efren Prado (Oakland, San Francisco, Berlingame, Northern California) Ryan Hyland (Sacramento, Stockton) Oscar Arguello (San Jose) Pete Kovachevich (Santa Rosa) Saul Aguirre (Fresno) A video showing the efforts of our Scottish Rite Tahoe Team in California last year can be found here: Also, please visit us on Facebook at This page contains many photos and additional videos of prior Scottish Rite Tough Mudder events. If you have any additional questions please ScottishRiteToughMudders@gmail.com

4 From the Venerable Master, Lodge of Perfection Brethren, This month brings the opportunity to invite new Master Masons to join the University of Freemasonry. Our Spring Class Reunion begins in May and I hope we can set a new record of candidate petitions. The degree teams and support staff are working hard to make sure everything is ready. This month is also the start of our Friends of the Center Guild fundraising events. The 6 th Annual Trap Shoot is scheduled for April 16 th at the Kingsburg Gun Club. Corporate and personal sponsorships are available. Come out and enjoy a fun day supporting the Childhood Language Center. When you shop online using Amazon, select Friends of the Fresno Scottish Rite Childhood Language Disorder as your charity and Amazon makes a donation based on the amount of your purchase. So, now everyone has a great reason to shop as much as possible. Fraternally, David S. Kelley, 32 Venerable Master Notice: Starting March 4th the Fresno Scottish Rite Office will be closed on Fridays. The Office hours will be Monday through Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Page 4

5 From the Wise Master, Chapter of Rose Croix Brethren, Please, when you hear of a Scottish Rite Brother who is ill, notify the Scottish Rite Office. We are trying to get cards out with more regularity to our brothers who are under the weather. I would like to congratulate the members on a job well done for the Remembrance and Renewal Ceremony. Each participant did an exceptional job during the portrayal! Thank you. Vincent Villarta, 32 KCCH Wise Master Building A Scholarship Your donation of $25.00 or more will be appreciated by a student at the C.A.R.T. School. Please send Scholarship checks to, Fresno Scottish Rite, 1455 L Street, Fresno, CA with this form. Please make checks out to Fresno Scottish Rite. Please note Scholarship on your check. Name: Amount $ Address: City: State Zip Thank you for your generosity! The Scholarship Committee Page 5

6 Fresno Scottish Rite From the Council of Kadosh, Commander Brethren, At the March Stated Meeting we were again reminded of the importance of "Remembrance and Renewal" as we reviewed the past year and look forward to next year. With the reading of departed Brethren who have passed on during the last Masonic year, we remember the sacrifices of our Lord and Savior as well as his Resurrection and the hardships of the Jewish people. I would like to thank the cast and Scottish Rite Bodies leadership who made this moving event possible. I continue to communicate the degrees of the Council of Kadosh in this month s article. The Council of Kadosh degrees are those degrees inclusive of the Nineteenth Degree, through the Thirtieth Degree. These degrees are philosophical and chivalric. This month, I will cover the Twenty-First Degree, Noachite, or Prussian Knight. The Ill. Albert Pike, 33º, suggests that, "You are especially charged in the Degree to be modest and humble, and not vain-glorious nor filled with self-conceit. Be not wiser in your own opinion than the Deity, nor find fault with His works, nor endeavor to improve upon what He has done...". The Degree as Ill. Pike writes, requires the Mason to follow what been known for years as the "Golden Rule". When I read his words I thought that they must have been written to explain the current media and political environment. I feel strongly, that if you had only time to read a small bit of historical explanation, this would be very fine use of the time. The Ill. Pike seems to be telling us that "Human Nature" has not changed very much over the last several hundreds of years. Again this month I say, it would be (continued on following page) Page 6 Fresno Scottish Rite

7 (continued from previous page) most informative for the Brethren to review this section of his book for much more information. As Masons we must always strive for the attainment of the principals that we express for example, when we recite the Lord s Prayer, Do unto others as you would have then do unto you and Forgive others. These principles are as old as civilization and a hallmark of almost all religions. Similarly, the Ill. Henry C. Clausen suggested that, "Arrogance is a crime and humility is a virtue. Modesty with our superiors is a duty, with our equals, a courtesy; and with our subordinates, nobility. If you look for the high and mighty you will find them mostly in common man. Examples of arrogance are in publicly proclaiming the errors and faults of other men, in smearing and debunking those who deserve lasting fame and admiration. "The true Freemason rejects man's arrogance, defamation and cowardice as unworthy of a loyal Knight. Ill. Clausen explains the historical relationship of the Prussian Knights in history. Our journey in self-improvement through the ideals set forth in our Scottish Rite Degrees must include those conveyed in this degree. They are stimulating and will cause serious self-reflection These are some of the lessons taught by the Twenty-First Degree, Noachite, or Prussian Knight. The information was gained from and refers to Page in the Ill. Clausen, 33º COMMENTARIES and to pages in the Ill. Pike s, 33º MORALS AND DOGMA. As greater insight and understanding of the intent and objectives of Scottish Rite Masonry is needed, I suggest that each review these teachings from time to time and refresh our dedication to the principles of our order. Bernie Hollenbeck, 33 Commander of Kadosh Page 7

8 From the Master of Kadosh, Consistory Brethren, My article last month dealt with the idea of all of us getting out, talking to, and trying to bring in new members. Well our Spring Class now has three potential new members. We need a stronger effort to attract new candidates. We probably won't have a class for just three candidates. Please contact the eligible members of your Blue Lodge and give them a petition for Scottish Rite. We need more participation from all of our membership in Scottish Rite activities. Whether it is attending our stated meetings, coming to special nights like our "Remembrance and Renewal" or helping with special activities such as the "Fishing Derby" or "Dinner Auction." We need everyone s help and participation. So, let s pick ourselves up, wipe the dust off, and start this April 1st with a real Scottish Rite Effort. I think you will be pleased with the results of your efforts. Dale Hammel, 32 Master of Kadosh Friends of the Center are hosting the 6th Annual Trap Shoot Saturday April 16, 2016 Kingsburg Gun Club Please contact the Scottish Rite Office (559) for more details All proceeds for this event benefit the Children s Language Clinic Rite Care

10 Greetings Brethren, Our Clinic Board meeting was held on March 22, 2016 at Scottish Rite Center. Tom Tatum the Clinic director gave his report for February's activities at the clinic. February was a four-week month so things were consistent, ten children were evaluated, and four were discharged. There are 20 children on the waiting list making it very difficult and a long wait. Young children could get in sooner, but would have to miss school. The fund raising events were discussed: 1. The Fishing Derby is June 25 at Shaver Lake. The entry fee is $40.00 for Adults and $20.00 for Kids. Lunch is included. Entry forms will be in the bulletin and in stores. 2. The Dinner Auction is August 6 at Sunnyside Country Club. The price of the dinner is $60.00 for the dinner including the wine tasting. Silent auction items and live auction items are being gathered. If anyone has items for the auction please contact Vince Carter or the office. The Dessert Auction will be featured again this year so please start thinking about what you would like to bring this year. The Board is looking for people who would like to help with the Auction or the Derby. Please let me know if you would like to help; telephone (559) It s easy and it is fun. Fraternally Jim Wilson II, 32 KCCH Clinic Board Chairman

Fresno Scottish Rite From the Council of Kadosh, Commander Brethren, At the March Stated Meeting we were again reminded of the importance of "Remembrance and Renewal" as we reviewed the past year and

11 Fresno Scottish Rite From the Council of Kadosh, Commander Brethren, At the March Stated Meeting we were again reminded of the importance of "Remembrance and Renewal" as we reviewed the past year and look forward to next year. With the reading of departed Brethren who have passed on during the last Masonic year, we remember the sacrifices of our Lord and Savior as well as his Resurrection and the hardships of the Jewish people. I would like to thank the cast and Scottish Rite Bodies leadership who made this moving event possible. I continue to communicate the degrees of the Council of Kadosh in this month s article. The Council of Kadosh degrees are those degrees inclusive of the Nineteenth Degree, through the Thirtieth Degree. These degrees are philosophical and chivalric. This month, I will cover the Twenty-First Degree, Noachite, or Prussian Knight. The Ill. Albert Pike, 33º, suggests that, "You are especially charged in the Degree to be modest and humble, and not vain-glorious nor filled with self-conceit. Be not wiser in your own opinion than the Deity, nor find fault with His works, nor endeavor to improve upon what He has done...". The Degree as Ill. Pike writes, requires the Mason to follow what been known for years as the "Golden Rule". When I read his words I thought that they must have been written to explain the current media and political environment. I feel strongly, that if you had only time to read a small bit of historical explanation, this would be very fine use of the time. The Ill. Pike seems to be telling us that "Human Nature" has not changed very much over the last several hundreds of years. Again this month I say, it would be (continued on following page) Page 6 Fresno Scottish Rite

is $12.00 per person Appetizers at 6:00 p.m.

12 Fresno Scottish Rite Menu Monday, April 18, 2016 Chicken & Beef Enchiladas Rice & Beans Cactus Salad Dessert Dinner is $12.00 per person Appetizers at 6:00 p.m. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Reservations Required Masonic Widows are our guests.

13 In Memoriam It is not length of life, but depth of life. (Ralph Waldo Emerson ) Fresno Scottish Rite Douglas Parker Burton, 32 J. Sidney Kovacevich, 32 Robert Nathan Rouch, 33 Robert Edward Schlotthauer, 32 Masonic Youth Groups around the Central Valley State Center DeMolay: Regular meetings are the 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7:00 p.m. at the Fresno Masonic Center. Contact: Larry Coffin (559) Lemoore DeMolay: Regular meetings are the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at the Lemoore Masonic Center. Fellowship fun nights are the 3rd Friday of the month. Contact: Larry McKillip (559) Fresno Job s Daughters: Regular meetings are the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month at the Fresno Masonic Center. Contact: Sherri Johnson (559) Lemoore Job s Daughters: Regular meetings are the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at the Lemoore Masonic Center. Contact: Maria Beckford (559) Heart of the Valley Rainbow Assembly: Regular meetings are at Las Palmas Masonic Center the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. Contact: Chandra Balasquez (559) Visalia Rainbow Assembly: Regular meetings are the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 2:30 pm at the Visalia Masonic Center. Contact: Kelly Martin Kmartin@dinuba.K12.ca.us (559)

Contributions to the Fresno Scottish Rite Childhood Language Clinic, Rite Care Donations Richard & Judi Hopper honoring the Ferguson Family David & Louise Coleman Memorials: Paul Bernell Vince & Gail

14 Contributions to the Fresno Scottish Rite Childhood Language Clinic, Rite Care Donations Richard & Judi Hopper honoring the Ferguson Family David & Louise Coleman Memorials: Paul Bernell Vince & Gail Carter Peter Bournazian Richard Paris Douglas Burton Richard Paris Louis & Lisa Jelinek John Corter Douglas & Thelma Burton Herb Cray Wendall Wilhelm Dorothy Lee Farinelli C. Ray & Joyce Whitaker Jean Hodge Theresa Reynolds Janet Kenyon Douglas & Thelma Burton Sid Kovacevich Jeannette Fraley Louis & Lisa Jelinek Richard Paris Theresa Reynolds C. Ray & Joyce Whitaker Sigmund & Helen de Guzman Janet Marlin Richard Paris Marilyn Muir Wendall Wilhelm Robert Norman Jeannette Fraley Robert Rouch Louis & Lisa Jelinek C. Ray & Joyce Whitaker Jane Seymour Douglas & Thelma Burton Gene Tong Vince & Gail Carter Louis & Lisa Jelinek Richard Paris Fredrick Richburg C. Ray & Joyce Whitaker Glenn Gus Weldon Douglas & Thelma Burton

15 Coming Events Fresno Scottish Rite April 11 Monday Executive Committee - 5:30 p.m. Advisory Conference 6:30 p.m. (Consistory Practice) 18 Monday Stated Meeting (Consistory Host) 6 p.m. Hors d oeuvres 6:30 p.m. Dinner 19 Tuesday Clinic Board Meeting 6:00 p.m. at Scottish Rite 25 Monday Study/Discussion Group 7:00 p.m. at SR May 6 Friday Spring Class: 4 & 5 Register 6:00 p.m. 7 Saturday Spring Class: 6 through 18 Register 7:30 a.m. 9 Monday Advisory Conference 6:30 p.m. (Council Practice) 13 Friday Spring Class: 19 through 25 Register 6:00 p.m. 14 Saturday Spring Class: 26 through 32 Register 7:30 a.m. 16 Monday Stated Meeting (Council Host) 6:00 p.m. Hors d oeuvres 6:30 p.m. Dinner Presentation Ring Rose & Cap Ceremony in Lodge Room 17 Tuesday Clinic Board Meeting 6:00 p.m. at Scottish Rite 23 Monday Study/Discussion Group 7:00 p.m. at Scottish Rite 30 Monday Memorial Day (Office Closed) June 4 Saturday Grizzlies Baseball for Scottish Rite 20 Monday Stated Meeting in Mariposa (Lodge Advances) Advisory Conference 6:30 p.m. Dinner Stated Meeting 21 Tuesday Clinic Board Meeting 6:00 p.m. Scottish Rite 25 Saturday Scottish Rite Fishing Derby Shaver Lake 27 Monday Study/Discussion Group 7:00 p.m. at Scottish Rite

16 Louis W. Jelinek, Jr., 33, Secretary Scottish Rite Center 1455 L Street Fresno, CA REQUEST TO THE FAMILY OF THE ADDRESSEE WHOSE NAME APPEARS BELOW. PLEASE NOTIFY US (ADDRESS ABOVE ) IF THIS PERSON IS IN A HOSPITAL OR NURSING HOME, HAS MOVED OR IS INCAPACITATED IN ANY WAY. THANK YOU NON PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No Fresno, CA 93706

Bulletin. November 2016

Bulletin. November 2016 Volume 69 Number 11 November 2016 Bulletin The Fresno Knights of Saint Andrew cordially invite you to witness the conferring of their Charter, November 19 th at 11:00 a.m. at Fresno Scottish Rite. This