November 2024

St. John's Lodge No. 2
A.F. & A.M.

P.O. Box 409
1406 Wilmington Road
New Castle, Delaware 19720
(302) 328-9303

Regular Communication Every
2nd Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.

Except July and August


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Stated Communication

Dress Code

Brothers, this year we are again going to support our local VA Hospital; it is only through the sacrifice of our veterans that we can enjoy the freedom that we have today.

Until further notice the dress code will be business casual for those who bring a donation item. Acceptable items are:

Package of Socks
Package of T-shirts
Pair of Pajama bottoms
Pair of Slippers
Toiletries (tooth brush, tooth paste, soap, deodorant)
Package of Men's Underwear

Remember, they sacrificed a lot so we can be free to meet as Masons.

Tux / Suit / Jacket will be required for all degree work.


** NOTICE NOTICE **
Prior to our regular communication, there will be a meeting of all grand lodge members and wardens at 7:15 pm. Take due notice and govern yourselves accordingly.

From The East

Past Masters, Officers, Members and Brothers,

Wow! October was a busy and great Month. Thanks to PM Steve, our movie night was a great success. The movie was Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and was very comical. Everyone enjoyed the movie and

the brotherhood was even more special. Thanks to everyone for their help with the movie.

It's now that time of year the leaves are falling from the trees and the temperature is dropping, it's the Month of thanksgiving. It's not hard for me to reflect on the things I am thankful for. I have a wonderful family and I have the best Lodge and Brothers in the state of Delaware. It's also time for us to start thinking of those less fortunate, those who have lost loved ones, those who are having problems with their health, those who are struggling and in need of assistance. Assistance comes in many forms and can be easy to render, brothers, charity is what we do. If you can think of anyone who needs assistance please let one of the officers of the lodge know. If you have suggestions for ways we can better serve the community, speak up. Remember our obligations, come support your Brothers, support your, Lodge, support the Community. Come have Fun and enjoy yourself all while helping the community and the Brotherhood of the Lodge.

Please remember our Military and First Responders and the sacrifices they make to keep us safe.

Thank you all.
Fraternally Yours,
W∴M∴ Herman E. Williams, Jr.

Attest: Robert C. Wright
Secretary

Important Lodge Dates

Officer Practice/School of Instructions
Monday Evenings at 7pm

St. John's Craft Fair
Nov 2nd from 10am - 3pm

Grand Lodge Ritual/Masonic Education
Nov 2nd from 9am - Noon

Entered Apprentice Degree
Nov 20th at 7:30pm

Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Nov 30th at 8am - 11am

Masons Keeping Community Strong

To enhance the support of our community by supporting our veterans and First Responders and all those of service.

"Masonic labor is purely a labor of love. He who seeks to draw Masonic wages in gold and silver will be disappointed. The wages of a Mason are in the dealings with one another; sympathy begets sympathy, kindness begets kindness, helpfulness begets helpfulness, and these are the wages of a Mason." - Benjamin Franklin

Announcements

CRAFT FAIR – On Saturday, November 2, 2024, St. John's Lodge No 2 will have a craft fair. Admission is free and there will be various vendors, local artists, a bake sale and much, much more! We will also be having a Winter Coat Drive for those in need. So please bring in any unwanted coats, hats, jackets, gloves, etc., for our drop box going to "Hope On Deck".

GL RITUAL AND EDUCATION WORKSHOP – The 1st Grand Lodge Workshop on Masonic Ritual and Education will be held on November 2nd, 2024, at the Dover Masonic Temple (Union Lodge No. 7 ‐1478 Wyoming Mill Road, Dover, DE 19904. Registration begins at 8:00 AM and the Workshop begins promptly at 9:00 AM. Be sure to bring your Code Book.

ENTERED APPRENTICE DEGREE – The officers of St. John's lodge will confer the EA Degree on Wednesday, November 20th at 7:30pm. Come out and support your officers and welcome our newest member. Refreshements will be provided after the degree.

ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER – The Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser will be on Saturday, November 30th from 8am until 11am! The breakfast will feature pancakes, eggs, bacon, juice and more! Bring the family! Come out and support your lodge and feel the brotherhood!

FROM THE SECRETARY – There are still several brothers that have not paid their 2023 and/or 2024 dues as of yet. If you do not have a 2024 dues card in your wallet, then you are most likely one of the aforementioned brothers. Contact the secretary if you are unsure.

FACEBOOK – St. John's Lodge has a Facebook page which enables us to spread some announcements and pictures pertaining to the lodge faster. If you have a Facebook account, "Like" us to get informed quicker!

ASSISTANCE – Please notify us if you know of any member who is ill or in need of assistance.

GOOD OF MASONRY –If any Brethren have anything to offer for the good of masonry for future issues of the Trestle Board, please email W∴M∴Herman E. Williams,Jr.

NEED A RIDE? – As always, if you need a ride to the lodge, please call any officer. It would be our pleasure to pick you up and take you home.

For all events and fundraisers please contact any officer for more information and tickets.