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Southwest Lodge No. 283 Trestleboard
1140 B Avenue, National City, CA 91950
Stated Meeting: First Thursday of the month; 730PM
South West Lodge Trestle Board - Volume 128 Issue 12
Monthly Newsletter
FROM THE EAST….
It is now December and time to say
Merry Christmas and wish for a
Happy New Year to all. Let me
honestly state that I have tremendous
appreciation of the support coming
from all angles; Past Masters,
brethren, candidates, sisters and
including those visitors who frequently
come. Each and every one had been a
great asset in the accomplishment of
our many projects and goals. It is my
hope and joy to see this excellence of
support continue for our incoming
officers.
Enclosed with this trestle board is a letter outlining
another project that is still about to evolve. A South West Lodge
addressed envelope is included in the package. Please consider a
heartfelt support for this gigantic project. This project will only be
accomplished through the effort and support of all of us. We are
counting on you. Should you decide otherwise just simply return
the envelope with or without explanation.
Last year Worshipful brother Danny Pepa’s motto:
HARMONY AT LAST coincidentally coincided with my motto: ON
THE LEVEL. I firmly believe that our lodge had shown great
success is because of our wonderful members. Let us continue to
render our best support for Our Lodge and watch it prosper for
many years to come. Those who will come after us will then be
proud to say that the leaders and members of the past have left a
legacy worthy of all imitations.
Although this may be my last column in this trestle board
does not represent the idea that I will be completely gone. I
promise to return the favor that I have enjoyed as exemplified by
our endearing group of Past Masters.
FRATERNALLY….By the Square
Ed Yaptangco, Master
ENTERED APPRENTICE MASON
Bro. Francisco Ragsac
November 17, 2015
From The Secretary’s Corner:
Brethren,
Dues payment for 2016 is now $75.00 payable on the first day of January
2016. Pay your dues and addressed to South West Lodge No. 283.
DECEMBER 2015
SOUTH WEST LODGE NO. 283
1140 B Avenue, National City, CA 91950
Website: http://www.calodges.org/no283
Email: [email protected]
MASTER ------------------------- Eduardo N. YAPTANGCO(Elsie)
SR. WARDEN --------------------------------------Jude S. CABRERA
JR. WARDEN ----------------------------------Percival E. Tiu (Grace)
TREASURER –----------——--Clarito A. DE VERA, PM (Connie)
SECRETARY –-------------——- Jacob V. BORILLO, PM (Linda)
CHAPLAIN ------------------------Raymund M. MADRIAGA(Fatima)
SR. DEACON --------------——- Louie J. OPOL (Queen Victoria)
JR. DEACON----------------——--------Ricardo J. TOLENTINO, Jr
MARSHAL –--------------------------------------——-David B. Lucero
SR. STEWARD -------------——–—-—-Rovir M. Matias (Melissa)
JR. STEWARD ------------------------——----------Daniel C. Ortega
TILER-----------------------------——--------------Ike M. Khan (Cristy)
CANDIDATE’S COACH ------------------------ Jude S. CABRERA
OFFICER’S COACH----——Clarito A. DE VERA, PM (Connie)
FUNERAL CHMAN------------------—Ernie M. LAMPA, PM (Emy)
917T MD INSPECTOR --——--—Romulo DE VERA, PM (Lorna)
SOUTH WEST MASONIC TEMPLE CORPORATION
PRESIDENT--------------------------------------Raul S. NOORIS, PM
VICE PRESIDENT -----------------------------Diosdado S. LALLANA
SECRETARY ------------------------------------Ricardo J. TOLENTINO, JR
TREASURER ------------------------------------Wilfredo ABALOS
BOARD MEMBERS----------------------------Art PACO
Greg CALACSAN
Andy PADILLA
Rovir MATIAS
Jun DEYNATA, JR
Thomas FREESTONE
RENTAL MANAGER---------------Wilfredo (Rocky) ROCAMORA
TEL: (619) 200 - 6993
BUILDING MANAGER ---------------- Oscar CORDERO, PM
SOUTH WEST LODGE NO. 283 TRESTLEBOARD DECEMBER 2015
FROMTHE WEST…
As the year draws to its
end, many pause to reflect the
events which have transpired
throughout. These times for
reflection can be seen in the
various religions as holidays.
Many of the World’s religions
will be celebrating various days
of observance which allows the
individual to reflect on the past,
present and the future.
December 8 has come
to be the day Japanese Zen
Buddhists observe the enlightenment of the historical
Buddha. Traditionally, this observation, sometimes called
"Bodhi Day", was held on the 8th day of a 12th lunar
month, which often falls in January. When Japan adopted
the Gregorian calendar in the 19th century, Japanese
Buddhists adopted fixed days for many holidays, including
Buddha's birthday. Western Buddhists of many schools
appear to be adopting December 8 as Bodhi Day, also.
Bodhi means "awakened" in Sanskrit, although in English
we tend to say "enlightened."
The eight-day Jewish celebration known as
Hanukkah or Chanukah, which begins at sunset on
December 6th and ends the evening of December 14,
commemorates the rededication during the second century
B.C. of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, where according to
legend Jews had risen up against their Greek-Syrian
oppressors in the Maccabean Revolt. Hanukkah, which
means “dedication” in Hebrew, begins on the 25th of Kislev
on the Hebrew calendar and usually falls in November or
December. Often called the Festival of Lights, the holiday is
celebrated with the lighting of the menorah, traditional
foods, games and gifts.
The December solstice is on either December 20,
21, 22 or 23. It is called Winter Solstice in the Northern
Hemisphere, where it is the shortest day of the year. In the
Southern Hemisphere, it is the Summer Solstice and the
longest day of the year. December Solstice in San Diego,
California, U.S.A. is on Monday, December 21, 2015 at 8:49
PM PST.
Pancha Ganapati is a modern Hindu festival that
lasts for five days, from December 21 to December 25. It
honors Ganesha, one of the most worshiped Hindu deities.
Ganesha is venerated as the patron of arts and culture. The
festival of Pancha Ganapati was created in 1985 by Sivaya
Subramuniyaswami (born Robert Hansen), an Americanborn convert to Hinduism. The celebration was conceived as
a Hindu alternative to December holidays (Christmas,
Kwanza, Hanukkah etc.).
The Christian holiday taken from the Roman Pagan
winter solstice festival of Saturnalia, is celebrated on
December 25th. This holiday is meant for Christians to
honor the birth of their saviour, Jesus Christ. Christmas
evolved over two millennia into a worldwide religious and
secular celebration, incorporating many pre-Christian,
pagan traditions into the festivities along the way. Today,
Christmas is a time for family and friends to get together
and exchange gifts.
Dr. Maulana Karenga, professor and chairman of
Black Studies at California State University, Long Beach,
created Kwanzaa in 1966. After the Watts riots in Los
Angeles, Dr. Karenga searched for ways to bring AfricanAmericans together as a community. He founded US, a
cultural organization, and started to research African “first
fruit” (harvest) celebrations. Karenga combined aspects of
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several different harvest celebrations, such as those of the
Ashanti and those of the Zulu, to form the basis of Kwanzaa.
The name Kwanzaa is derived from the phrase “matunda ya
kwanza” which means “first fruits” in Swahili. Kwanzaa also
has seven basic symbols which represent values and concepts
reflective of African culture. The holiday begins on December
26 and ends on January 1. An African feast, called a Karamu,
is held on December 31.
Though different and distinct, the holidays which are
celebrated by the Brethren around the world, there are many
particular themes which all the holidays share with each
other.
All the holidays encourage self-reflection, bring
families together, and to remember the welfare of their
neighbors. Let us remember, no matter which religion or
tradition we celebrate, that in the end, we all want the same
or similar things for ourselves, our family and our community.
Fraternally,
Jude Cabrera, Senior Warden
FROM THE SOUTH…
As we reach the end of this year,
it is time to reflect on the good
deeds
of
many
deserving
brethren
and
convey
my
gratitude to them. The job of a
Junior
Warden
has
truly
exposed me to a good variety of
tremendously
incredible
challenges. I am greatly thankful
and equally appreciative of the
support everyone has rendered
these past 11 months. Not only
inside the lodge room but as well as in refreshment
preparation challenges involved at many of our lodge's
events. The experiences have provided me with extra
knowledge of lodge officer’s duty as well as some
culinary practices. Our Worshipful Master, Eduardo
Yaptangco, has given me the encouragement and
unconditional support which I truly appreciate. There
are yet many individual brothers to acknowledge but in
order not to miss and offend anyone I will speak to each
of them individually.
It is quite an honor to say that in our Lodge it is
such a common scene to have a tremendous show of
Past Masters at every facet of lodge events. They are
there on fellowships, degree conferrals, and many
special events. These are people who are always ready
and dedicated to extend a helping hand for any cause;
financially, mentoring, manual labor, etc.
Hopefully, I have earned everyone’s trust as I
continue to aspire for the Oriental Chair and serve our
Lodge for many more years.
Fraternally,
Percival Tiu, Junior Warden
SOUTH WEST LODGE NO. 283 TRESTLEBOARD DECEMBER 2015
Dinchel I. Adolfo
Eligio D. Pangilinan
Ricarido O. Victa
Joseph V. Marasigan
Clarito A. De Vera
Juan Rodriguez, III
Isidoro E. Sales, Jr.
Diosdado S. Lallana
Daniel O. Pepa
Andrew A. Apostol
Christopher P. De Leon
Raffy G. Espaldon
Renato E. Magbitang
Celso B. Jimenez
Erren B. Noblejas
Roberto I. General
Martin W. Keller
Glenn M. Miller, Sr.
Ernesto C. Adapon
Louie N. Lagliva
Gener D. Barbon
Brandon D. Ellison
Dioscoro M. Puspos
Nonie J. Quioque
Rodel S Rubi
Gavin B. Sermona
Gregory R. Estes
Walter W. Brown
Orlando V. Baciles
Buenaventura E. Syfu, Jr.
Bienvenido L. Tanmajo
Jerry D. Azurin
Romano V. Ochoa
Arnel J. Orcino
Christopher M. Garrido
Christian M. Lleva
Arce M. Monsalud
Ernie U. Ambrosio
Michael C. Liwanag
John V. Mamuyac
Elizer P. Castillones
Tomas S. De Luna
Oscar V. Merto
Benjamin F. Tumalad
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Free and Accepted Masons of California
South West Lodge No. 283
CORDIALLY INVITES YOU
129 INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS
December 5, 2015, Saturday
@ 4:30 PM
South West Masonic Center
1140 B Avenue
National City, CA 91950
-JUDE S. CABRERA-
MASTER – ELECT
PERCIVAL TIU
RAYMUND MADRIAGA
SENIOR WARDEN-ELECT
JUNIOR WARDEN-ELECT
CLARITO DE VERA, PM
JACOB BORILLO, PM
TREASURER-ELECT
SECRETARY-ELECT
ALAN AMBITO, PM
JOSE GEORGE ACABADO
ASST. SECRETARY
CHAPLAIN
MARK GLORIA
RICARDO TOLENTINO, JR
SENIOR DEACON
JUNIOR DEACON
ROVIR MATIAS
ROLDAN MARZO
MARSHAL
TILER
THOMAS FREESTONE
LYNNNYRD DELAPAZ
SENIOR STEWARD
JUNIOR STEWARD
ARTICLE 5 – INSTALLATION OF LODGE OFFICERS
§805.510. INSTALLATION.
Lodge officers, including incumbents succeeding themselves in office,
shall be installed as soon as is practical after their election or appointment.
There can be no installation by proxy. The installation may be private or
public. Two Lodges may participate in a joint installation.
Lodge officers shall be installed using the Installation Ceremony for
Constituent Lodges, with the Master serving as the Installing Officer.
Alternatively, by invitation of the Master, the Installing Officer may be
any qualified Past Master of any Jurisdiction. It is not the privilege of the
Master-elect to select the Installing Officer or in any way interfere with
the duty and privilege of the Master to install his successor in office, if he
so chooses. If the Installing Officer is a Past Master, the Master or a
Warden of the Lodge must be present.
Lodge officers shall hold their respective offices until their successors
have been duly elected or appointed and installed.
[Source: Section 25120 of the 1991 California Masonic Code.]
For more information, please refer to the Appendix on Grand Masters’
Decisions
SOUTH WEST LODGE No. 283
Post Office Box 283
National City, CA 91951-0283
(619) 477-4488
website: http://www.calodges.org/no283
Email: [email protected]
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South West Lodge No. 283
Calendar of Events
DECEMBER 2014 MONDAY
SUNDAY
Attire at the Stated
Meeting and Degree
night - Barong
Tagalog/Dark
Suit/Coat and Tie
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TUESDAY
1
WEDNESDAY
2
Eduardo N. Yaptangco
MASTER
THURSDAY
3
FRIDAY
4
5
630PM – Stated Meeting
Dinner
730PM – Stated meeting
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8
9
10
4:30PM- South West
Lodge No283
Installation of
Officers
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DARK
13
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16
DARK
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25
CHRISTMAS DAY
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29
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31
January 1, 2016
DARK
19
6:00PM- SWL Christmas
Party @ South West
Masonic Center
DARK
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12
4:00PM-Coronado Lodge
NO. 441 Installation of
Officers
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17
SATURDAY
NEW YEARS DAY
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