Santa Ana Valley of the Scottish Rite Scottish Rite News Volume 34 Issue 12 Newsletter Date December 2012 Personal Representative s Message Greetings to all, I hope this message finds you in good spirits. I have it on good authority that we will have a very special guest at our Stated Meeting on December 3rd. While I am not at liberty to disclose his name, he rides in a sleigh drawn by a bunch of reindeer and his initials are Santa Claus! Please join us that evening as we welcome the children from the Language Center and their families to our Valley for an evening of fun, food and fellowship. Another important event at our Stated Meeting on December 3rd will be the election of Officers to lead our Valley through 2013. Please be in attendance and cast your ballot. There is a breath of fresh air in the Valley of Santa Ana! Come out and be a part of it in December. We continue to challenge our operating cost. Significant progress has been made thus far. An example is the move to The De- Molay Center at 303 W Lincoln in Anaheim. This saves us about $400 per and almost $5,000 per year! Other areas of focus are, switching as many members as possible to the digital version of our monthly newsletter and revising our telephone system and usage One way that you can help the Valley is by becoming a member of the Century Club. This group supports the Valley by giving at least $100.00 to the Valley each year to offset our operating costs. You may already be aware of this, but if not, Most Worshipful and Illustrious William F Stovall, Past Grand Master of Masons in California and Sovereign Grand Inspector General of the Supreme Council in the Orient of California will be retiring on December 31, 2012. He has been a faithful worker in the quarries of Freemasonry for fifty years. In addition, he has served as the Chairman of the Board and President of the California Scottish Rite Foundation since 2006. Please join me in wishing Most Worshipful Bill and his lady Bev, a hearty thank you and best wishes for the future. -Continued on page 4 - Be sure to visit our new Scottish Rite web site at OCSCOTTISHRITE.ORG! We need your email address so we can electronically send you the Scottish Rite News. Call the office at 714 543-7277 and give it to our Secretary or leave a message. Thanks!
Santa Ana Scottish Rite Officers for 2012 Ill. Ronald A. Seale, 33º Sovereign Grand Commander Ill. William F. Stovall, 33º Sovereign Grand Inspector General Ill. Raymond D. Godeke 33 IGH Santa Ana Valley Personal Representative Of the S.G.I.G. (714) 345-2223 godeke33@msn.com Bob McNamara, 32º KCCH Asst. Personal Representative Venerable Master (714) 970-6555 Macsquest@aol.com Richard Wood, 33º IGH Asst. Personal Representative (909) 861-3329 rickmskw@hotmail.com Frankie Rosario, 32º Wise Master frankie@sunsets42.com Scott Davis, 32º Master of Kadosh scott@sedherps.com Waine Richey, 32º Commander of Kadosh wrichey103@yahoo.net Arthur L. Salazar Jr., 32 KCCH Treasurer Daniel R. Willerton, 32...Secretary Ill. J. Lloyd Clayton, 33.. Almoner Jack Allastuey, 32 KCCH...Tiler George Morton, 32 KCCH Dir. Stagecraft SERVING ALL BODIES Santa Ana Valley Scottish Rite office 801 N. French Street Santa Ana, CA 92701 Voice 714 543-7277, Fax 714 543-9754 Office Hours: Monday Thursday 10p.m. to 2p.m. Ill. James L. Quinnelly, 33..Chaplain Ill. Bob Hjorth, 33.....Dir. of Work Steve Bass, 32 KCCH..Classroom Director Bob Schmidt, 32 KCCH. Organist Larry Griffin, 32º.....Photographer Scottish Rite News is a publication of the Valley of Santa Ana. Editor is Daniel Willerton, 32 714 718-3418, email: danielwillerton@yahoo.com. All Articles must be submitted prior to the 10th of the month previous to the published. The Valley of Santa Ana, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States of America, 801 N. French Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701, publishes the Scottish Rite News monthly. No Subscription Price.
Page 3 From the Venerable Master Scottish Rite News My Brothers, Another year is coming to a close and the Santa Ana Valley has continued to make progress in many areas. The first and most important to the Valley is our move to the DeMolay Center is Anaheim. It is an excellent facility and we are renting it at a greatly reduced cost. Next is our decision to combine with the Long Beach Valley for our Reunion Classes. Not only do they have a beautiful facility, but we have been able to use multiple Valleys and present more than the five mandatory degrees. Our observance of Maundy Thursday, Easter and the Feast of Tishri were done on the proper days rather than keeping them on our Stated Meeting. This was back to traditional Scottish Rite times. Our membership has dropped by six members at this writing and is the lowest for a long time. Our efforts to interest new Masons in our Valley have paid off and I hope we will be a plus Valley next year. Our educational program through the Master Craftsman correspondence course at Supreme Council has increased and we now have a number of individuals that have completed the Master Craftsman I and II courses. Our members remain enthusiastic and positive and this has been a tremendous help to me as Venerable Master. Thank you my Brothers! I wish you all a wonderful Holiday Season and hope you stay well. Sincerely and Fraternally, Bob McNamara, 32⁰ KCCH Venerable Master December Menu: Honey Glazed Ham served with honey pineapple sauce, Parsley, Buttered Potatoes, Spinach Salad Rolls & Butter, Pumpkin Pie. Make your reservations today! Call The Scottish Rite Office at 1-714-543-7277
Volume 34 Issue 12 Page 4 Personal Representative s Message Cont. Continued from Page 1 We are in a particularly Holy time of the year. Whether your faith is Christianity, Islam, Judaism or Hindu, we all recognize that Masonry brings together those who might otherwise have remained at a perpetual distance. It is important that we keep in the mind the lesson of tolerance taught to us in the 30 th Degree. May your family benefit from the lessons taught us by this Holy Season. Vicki and I are Christians and therefore celebrate the Christian holiday of Christmas. We therefore wish you a Merry Christmas. May God Bless You and Yours, our Fraternity and the Good Old USA! Get involved, my Brother, you can make a difference. Ray Godeke Reps Ramblings: Three old guys are out walking. First one says, 'Windy, isn't it?' Second one says, 'No, it's Thursday!' Third one says, 'So am I. Let's go get a beer..' Brothers, Valley Wants and Needs The Santa Ana Valley of the Scottish Rite is looking for a portable sound system. We are currently in need of one to help with our stated meetings. We would prefer one with up to 3 microphone inputs. Please contact the office at 714-543-7277 or email me at danielwillerton@yahoo.com. If any brother knows of another brother that is ailing, please Sincerely and Fraternally, let us know by calling our Almoner Daniel Willerton Illustrious Lloyd Clayton 33 at General Secretary 714-998-7773
Page 5 Scottish Rite News The Scottish Rite is the University of Masonry The Santa Ana Valley is participating in the Master Craftsman I & II correspondence course to further our light in Masonry. Master Craftsman I consists of 6 lessons with each lesson consisting of a series of questions on our degrees plus a short essay. Master Craftsman II consists of 9 lessons with questions on each degree along with an essay for each degree. The following have completed Master Craftsman I: Frank J. Newcomb, Irv F. Womack II, Blair Birtcher, Gary C. Silverman, David P. Price, Robert S. Hummel, Peter J. Edgar, Peter H. Jantz, Steve M. Bass, Douglas A. Lishka, Walter H. Moore, Jr., James Segerstrom, Charles A. Grossman, Daniel R. Willerton, Robert W. McNamara, John R. Rider, Mark Phillips, Phillippe Jean Marie Antoine, Charles E. Reeves and Michael G. Selix. The following are enrolled in Master Craftsman I and are near completion: George W. Morton, Samuel E. Brandes, Thomas C. Olsen, James F. McCallion, James A. Cervantes, David J. Kussman, Ralph C. Shelton II, Dennis I. Newman, Ronald V. Maxwell, Norman B. Leeper, James M. graham, Jason B. Taylor and Jon-Paul Anthony Stone. The following have completed Master Craftsman II: Robert W. McNamara, Mark C. Phillips, Phillippe Jean Marie Antoine and Charles E. Reeves. John R. Rider is enrolled in Master Craftsman II and is nearing completion. Keep up the good work on seeking new light my Brothers, Charles E. Reeves, 32⁰ and Bob McNamara, 32⁰ KCCH Master Craftsman, Co-Chairman Scottish Rite Research Society As you are no doubt aware, the Scottish Rite Research Society (SRRS) was founded in 1991 to promote deeper study of and reflection on the teachings of Freemasonry. Since then, the SRRS has grown into the largest and most dynamic American Masonic research group today. Drawing from an esteemed and international cadre of Fellows and scholars, the SRRS annually publishes some of the most important works in Masonic research. With over 4,000 members, the SRRS continues to grow in the Southern Jurisdiction but we would like to publicize it to an even wider audience; namely, our newest Scottish Rite Brethren. If any brother would like more information on the Scottish Rite Research Society please visit our website at www.scottishrite.org/about/masonic-education/srrs/
Volume 34 Issue 6 Page 6 Language Center News Santa Ana Scottish Rite Making a Difference in the Community! Helping Children Communicate! We had some very rewarding and successful projects this Fall. Back to School Project Backpack brought smiles to the 57 children (and their parents) who received brand new backpacks stuffed with school supplies. Many parents and children expressed their thanks with pictures, notes and cards. Some of our children were amazed that this was truly mine to keep? Many thanks to Frankie Rosario and his team who managed this daunting shopping and stuffing task and it s personal delivery! Halloween brought many princesses, fairies, pirates, and ghosts to our Center. The happy faces of our children and their parents dressed in their costumes brought many smiles, candy and photo ops especially with our well- dressed staff. Trick or Treat and Happy Halloween are not easy to say but some parents heard it for the first time! Center supporters and Board members organized and held a fun and successful golf tournament. For golfers and friends, there is good fun and good cheer after the tournament. The bountiful buffet dinner was delicious. The raffle was great fun. The donated prizes were a reflection of the long hours put in by volunteers canvassing our communities and businesses. If you were not able to participate this time, put it on your calendar for next year. And our anonymous donor made it possible to continue our mission. Thank you! Thank you! Our family Holiday Dinner and Santa visit (with bake sale and raffle) will be a night of wonderment and awe for our children and their families. Several families have made new friends as they wait for their children. We encourage our children to use their words of polite social language as they meet each other. With sincere thanks for your support, your staff: Gina Nimmo, MA-CCC SLP, Ruth Ann Ketchersid, MA- CCC SLP, Ruth Honer-SLPA, Fardowsa Mohamed-SLPA, Michelle Hunt-Administrative Assistant and Speech Aide, and interns /volunteers, Randy, Melissa, Claudia, Marissa and Zaphyr.
Page 7 Scottish Rite News The Language Center and Cards For Causes The Scottish Rite is teaming up with Cards for Causes, to provide our brothers with an opportunity to help the Rite Care Childhood Language Center. Cards for Causes, the nation's premier provider of greeting cards that supports charities, offers over 1,000 high quality, personalized holiday cards. They will donate 20% of each card purchase to The California Scottish Rite Foundation with every order for your business or personal use-santa Ana Valley Language Center. When placing an order online, simply select the foundation under the cause category "Education". Their custom imprinted greeting cards include, at No EXTRA CHARGE: - Choice of standard or custom verse - Up to 4 lines of personalization - Choice of ink colors - Optional charity benefit line Cards for Causes donates 20% of your card price to the Santa Ana Valley Language Center. Please contact Tom Olsen 714.272.9474 or David Price 714.289.2555 with any questions you may have. TO ORDER: www.cardsforcauses.com
Volume 34 Issue 6 Page 8 Scottish Rite Calendar 2012-2013 Calendar December 3 rd December Stated Meeting Annual SA Language Center Holiday Party & Second reading of officers for 2013 and elections. January 7th January Stated Meeting Cap and Ring Ceremony 12th Advisory Council Meeting 9:00 12:00 at the DeMolay Center in Anaheim 13th Santa Ana Valley of the Scottish Rite Installation of Officers Move to DeMolay Center of Anaheim Brothers and Friends, The Santa Ana Valley of the Scottish Rite is Moving its meeting location. As of October 1st, 2012 the Santa Ana Valley is meeting in the DeMolay Center of Anaheim. The Stated Meetings take place in the west lodge room on the second floor. There is an elevator located in the lobby for those who would like to use it. The address to the DeMolay Center is 303 W. Lincoln Ave. Anaheim, CA 92805. There is a map located on the back of this Newsletter for your convenience.
Page 9 Scottish Rite News Barry the Pig GREETINGS MY BROTHERS!! Thanks to YOU, Our Barry the Pig fundraising program has raised countless hundreds of dollars for the benefit of the children in need of speech and language therapy. In addition to assisting our worthy cause, EACH full pig exchanged entitles you to an opportunity to take home a gourmet gift basket filled with fine wines, cheeses and snacks. The basket will be going home with one of you generous brothers at our January Stated Meeting. So, look in those pants pockets and under the sofa cushions and get those pigs full of change. Your generous gifts will be individually counted and are tax deductible per CSRF 501c3. YOU, my Brothers ARE making a difference in the lives of the children we help. Dave Price, Pig Czar 714 289-2555 Childhood Language Center Holiday Party We will host the Santa Ana Childhood Language Center s Holiday Party at our December Stated Meeting and will feature a Holiday meal and a visit to Santa. The dinner will begin at 7:15 pm, with a visit to Santa afterwards. A silent auction and bake sale will go on during the evening. The Staff from the Center will be attending so you can thank them for the wonderful work that they do with the children. Our Stated meeting will be at 6:30 with the festivities following.
Check payable to: SANTA ANA SCOTTISH RITE BODIES 801 N. French Street Santa Ana, CA 92701 714-543-7277 FEES $250.00 (Please Print or Type) Wife s Name ACK: READ: ELECTED Full Name First Middle Last Address Street City Zip Blue Lodge & No. at Date Raised Email Date of Birth Place Occupation (be specific) Business Address Street City Zip Telephone: Residence Business I have resided in California for Years. Cap size Ring Size Have you ever petitioned for any of the Scottish Rite Degrees? I approve wholeheartedly of the following fundamental principles of the Supreme Council: The inclusion of patriotism, respect for law and order and undying loyalty to the principles of civil and religious liberty as set forth in the Constitution of the United States. The entire separation of church and state and the opposition to every attempt to appropriate public monies federal, state or local directly or indirectly for the support of sectarian or private institutions. Date Usual Signature Recommenders: Mailing Address Zip (Two members of the Santa Ana Bodies In good Standing who must personally sign this petition.) 1. 2.
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Allegiance : The bodies of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, sitting in the Valley of Santa Ana, Orient of California, acknowledge and yield allegiance to the Supreme Council (Mother Council of the World) of the Inspectors General, Knight Commander of the House of the Temple of Solomon, Thirty-third Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States of America. Santa Ana Scottish Rite Bodies 801 N. French Santa Ana, CA 92701 DATED MATERIAL DO NOT DELAY Non Profit Organization U. S. Postage Paid Permit #662 Map to DeMolay Center of Anaheim. Address: 303 W. Lincoln Ave. Anaheim, CA 92805. Lodges are located on Second Floor. Go north on harbor just passed Lincoln Ave. and take next right. This side street will bring you around to the back of the building. Of Interest to our Brethren Dues Cards will be checked at Each Stated Meeting Visit our website at OCSCOTTISH- RITE.ORG Want to get involved with our degree work contact Bob Hjorth 33 RDHJORTH@aol.com. Request to the Family of the Scottish Rite Member whose name appears on the label ABOVE: Please notify us (address above left) if our member is in a hospital or nursing home, or is incapacitated in any way - thank you