Vallejo Masonic News Friend to Friend, Brother to Brother

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1 Vallejo Masonic News Friend to Friend, Brother to Brother April 2017 NAVAL LODGE No. 87 VISION STATEMENT Naval Lodge attracts and brings together good men of diverse generational, racial, religious, and cultural backgrounds for self improvement, friendship, and service; Because, We provide an authentic initiatory experience and engaging education programs based on a tradition of living and animate speech to effect a personal transformation that inspires each man to a principle driven way of life based on brotherly love, relief and truth. The Vallejo Masonic News Issue: April 2017 Volume 4, Issue 4 Published Monthly (except July) By Naval Lodge No. 87 Free and Accepted Masons of California Publisher: Worshipful. Armand Ballesil armandballesil@yahoo.com Editor: Bro. Colin D. Amato Telephone: (707) onaroleplay@yahoo.com

2 Officers of Naval Lodge No. 87 MASTER Armand B. Ballesil SENIOR WARDEN Rollie Q. Caabay(Sophie) JUNIOR STEWARD Mike Nesmith JUNIOR WARDEN Manuel Sam C. Sarmiento(Mariyln) MARSHALL Troy Ruiz(Ludmilla) Troy1073yahoo.com TREASURER Virgilio Billy M. Lintag (Leticia) CHAPLAIN Colin Amato SECRETARY Barry Hughes PM (Judy) ORGANIST Charles Bailhache SENIOR DEACON Guadalupe Thomas(Anita) TILER Dennis A. Timmons(Lolita) JUNIOR DEACON Mervyn B. Nicholas(Vera) SENIOR STEWARD Guy Benjamin(Heidi) OFFICER S COACH Albert Lawson PM (Belinda) alawson@kellymoore.com INSPECTOR OF THE 131st MASONIC DISTRICT John L. Wasson PM (Pat) jwass134@gmail.com

3 NAVAL LODGE COMMITTEES AUDIT LODGE ALBERT LAWSON, PM (CHAIRMAN), MICHAEL WOODRUFF PM, ROLLIE CAABAY SMTA President-Dennis Timmons, Vice President- Mervyn Nicholas, Secretary-John Snell PM, CFO-KEITH Wattles PM AUDIT SMTA V. THOMAS LANGFORD PM (CHAIRMAN), MIKE NESMITH, ALBERT LUNA MEMBERSHIP RETENTION ARMAND BALLESIL (CHAIRMAN), ROLANDO CAABAY, MANUEL SARMIENTO CANDIDATE COACHING Rollie Caabay CHARITY ARMAND BALLESIL (CHAIRMAN), ROLANDO CAABAY, MANUEL SARMIENTO ENTERTAINMENT PREME MONTA (CHAIRMAN), ENRICO CARAMANZANA, GUY BENJAMIN FINANCE WILLIAM HEMS III (CHAIRMAN), FABIAN GIATTI, MANUEL SARMEINTO FUNERAL GUADALUPE THOMAS, BARRY HUGHES PM, V. THOMAS LANGFORD PM, JOHN WASSON PM, KEITH WATTLES PM, MANUEL SARMIENTO, SALVATORE PETERSEN LIBRARY COLIN AMATO MASONIC FORMATION KEITH WATTLES PM MASONIC HOMES ENDOWMENT WILLIAM HEMS III (CHAIRMAN), JOSE FERRER, FABIAN GIATTI PHONE TREE BARRY HUGHES PM, ARMAND BALLESIL

4 NAVAL LODGE COMMITTEES (Continued) PUBLIC SCHOOLS GERALD BETTMAN PM (CHAIRMAN), CHARLES BAILHACHE, RICK LAZIERE, PM SCHOLARSHIP GERALD BETTMAN PM (CHAIRMAN), RICK LAZIERE PM SMEF (ELECTED) ALBERT LAWSON (PRESIDENT), GLENN MUNKERS, JIM JAEGER, ROLLIR CAABAY, JOSE FERRER TRESTLE BOARD Armand Ballesil(Publisher) & Colin Amato(Editor) TRUSTEES (ELECTED) Glenn Munkers, PM (CHAIRMAN), GUY BENJAMIN, SALVATORE PETERSEN WEBMASTER Joaquin Loayza YOUTH ORDERS JIM JAEGER (CHAIRMAN), WILLIAMS HEMS III, GERALD BETTMAN, SETH THOMAS SUNSHINE ROLLIE CAABAY (CHAIRMAN), ALBERT LAWSON PM, HENRY BUDDING PM, PREME MONTA, LODGE HISTORIAN COLIN AMATO MEMBERSHIP PARTICIPATION AMBASSADORS BILL HEMS (CHAIRMAN) MIKE NESMITH NATHAN WALKER MARIO CRUZ PROPERTY COMMITTEE MIKE NESMITH (CHAIRMAN) TROJAN RUIZ MARIO CRUZ

5 From the Master in the East Worshipful Armand Ballesil FROM THE EAST Greetngs Brethren, It's being said, that one of the goals of our insttuton is "To make good men become beter. Afer beter, then the pursuit excellence. Well, of course all the teaching of Masonry are directed to excellence, whether in the performance of our duty to God, our country, our neighbor or ourselves.the contnuing efort to improve oneself is the true mark of a Mason. We must constantly remember that in every moment of our life, in public, at work, with our family, at pleasure or even alone, we are a Mason. The uninitated- always judge our insttuton and each of us. Missteps are always notced. This in one of their gauge to whether to join the Fraternity or just stay critcal. Before we can expect to atract good men, our conduct and reputaton in public should be refned and moderated.we must learn to conduct ourselves with due order and propriety and it should be the duty of every Mason to be loyal to the Fraternity and be obedient to its laws. This is a fundamental requirement. The Dress Code- In many Jurisdictons, there is no mandatory dress code, but this does not mean that we should disregard our appearance. Although as Masons " We regard no man for his worldly wealth...", Human society everywhere considers a man's outward appearance as the refecton of his inner self and attude. Let then, at all tmes your apparel should be appropriate for the occasion. When atending a Stated Meetng, remember that the altar of Masonry is the altar of God. Thus the clothes you would wear for your other pleasures or just a stroll in the park may not be appropriate for work done in the Lodge room. Concerning appropriate dress, a dark business suit (or as the Master prefers- summer atre) is ofen acceptable for a Lodge meetng. At Tiled Meetngs- At the sound of the gavel in the East, the Ofcers and Brethren take their places and the Lodge comes to order. This means that everyone is seated unless called up by the Worshipful Master or unless rising to address the Worshipful Master. In most introductons, all speaking is directed to the East. Therefore, it is improper for two Brother to speak to each other during an open discussion, unless directed by the Worshipful Master, and it is never proper for two Brothers to hold a private conversaton (whispered or otherwise) in a Lodge at labor. Brothers, these are few thoughts to guide us, to beter ourselves. Upon the Square. Armand Ballesil Worshipful Master Naval Lodge #87

6 From the Senior in the West From the Junior in the South As the Sun at Meridian Height THE SUN IS IN THE WEST As we approach the atmosphere of renewal, change is upon us. We transition into the second quarter of this year. We have met all the challenges that were ahead of us with clear vision, dedication, and commitment to achieve nothing but the better outcome. We continue to confer degrees each month and to include proficiencies for our newly initiated and passed brothers. This is indication of progress in the making. I personally encourage our membership to directly involve themselves in all our Lodge activities. This is the moments to step forward and be accounted for, ask what you can contribute for the betterment of our Lodge. We should all be proud due to the fact that we are Masons and most importantly we are members of Naval Lodge No. 87. We initiated Bro. Evan Davis on March 16, 2017 and Bro. Brando Cruz on March 30, 2017, respectively into the Fellowcraft Degree. Congratulations to both of you brothers. I highly encourage you both to participate in our School of Instruction (SOI) to broaden your knowledge about Masonry in general which is scheduled every month by our District Inspector WB John Wasson. This is also a source of vehicle that can assist you in understanding the symbolism and allegories about our Ancient Craft, and updates to our rituals. Quotable Quotes 1] Prayer is not a spare wheel that you put out when in trouble, but it is a steering wheel that directs the right path throughout. 2] So a Car s WINDSHIELD is so large & the Rear view Mirror is so small? Because our PAST is not as important as our FUTURE. So, Look Ahead and Move on. 3] Friendship is like a BOOK. It takes few seconds to burn, but it takes years to write. 4] All things in life are temporary. If going well, enjoy it, they will not last forever. If going wrong, don t worry, they can t last long either. 5] Old Friends are Gold! New Friends are Diamond! If you get a Diamond, don t forget the Gold! Because to hold a Diamond, you always need a Base of Gold! Lastly, I would like to thank every one of you with all my heart for assuming the responsibilities (as Senior Warden) while I am out of the country. Your kindness and cooperation are greatly appreciated. I recognized the Brotherly Love!!!! Fraternally, Rollie Q. Caabay Senior Warden Brethren, We are going to have our Annual Naval Lodge No. 87 Day at The Range at Yolo's Sport-men's Association on April 29th We need to be there by 0830 hours or 8:30am for the non-combatant members. Be there on time for SAFETY TRAINING. You can invite your families and friends to join us. I need to finalize the attendees by the 21st of April so I can let the range know and also buy enough food and drink for our refreshment. I've invited at least a dozen range officers to assist and guide us to make sure that we are having fun in a very safe manner. See you at the range in Apri. Fraternally and By The Plumb, Manuel Sam Sarmiento Junior Warden

7 Twenty-four Inch Gauge The following brethren have been reported to be incapacitated. Please let them know that you are thinking of them. Peter Axtman James Crane Brad Larson Russell Parker-Taft Stan Talbot March Anniversaries Brother Abeja Anderson Axtman Foss Harmon Hoback Hull Martinez Navasca Nickelson Petersen Renfro Saunders Sweatfield Thomas Vera William A. Pratt Gus Quezon Rey Santiago Horia Tanasescu Fabian Giatti March Birthdays Brother Abeja Jones Gardner Hoback Brown Thomas Taft Throne Bettman Pamplin Vera Luna Broussard Radder Talbot Pierce Thomas Royer Timmons

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9 Armand Ballesil Master 18 Ford Drive American Canyon CA, Barry Hughes Secretary 101 Temple Way Vallejo CA, Temple Way Vallejo, CA (707) tsated Meeting First Thursday of the Month April 6, 2017 To the Master, Wardens, & Members, My Brothers after doing a check on our Fees for degrees and affiliation I have found that we are not charging enough, our current charge for degrees is $250, our actual cost are as follows: Name Tag Apron Apron Calligraphy Degree Books Etc. Masonic Bible Trowel Postage Miscellaneous Total $ Includes all degrees also includes officer & lodge manuals and cipher Only engraved with Naval Lodge $87 no dates of degrees For all three degrees All 3 degrees also maintenance & replacement for Candidate s clothing etc. $ These are actual costs to the lodge and the candidate should pay them not the lodge. In addition to these costs the Grand Lodge adds fees totaling $104 at this time but can go up from time to time. Making the total for degrees $529. Keep in mind that the costs above increase over time and should be monitored yearly. At our current fee for degrees $250 we are losing $175 which the lodge is subsidizing for each candidate and we shouldn t do that, so we need increase our fees. I therefor propose that Naval Lodge #87 increase our fees for degrees by $175 to make it $425 for degrees plus Grand Lodge Fees and $125 plus any Grand Lodge Fees for Affiliation. This amendment will be voted on at the May 4,2017 stated meeting this letter will be sent to all Members of Naval Lodge #87 on , per CMC Lodge Bylaws Article IV Amendments Section 1. Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Fraternally and Sincerely, Barry L. Hughes, PM Secretary Naval Lodge #87