November - December 2008 - The Grand Lodge of Minnesota

The Minnesota
MASON
November–December 2008
VOL. 56, No. 4
Masonic Memorial Hospital Rededicated – October 4, 2008
The mission of the
Freemasons of
Minnesota is to
engage and inspire
good men, who
believe in a
Supreme Being,
to live according
to Masonic tenets
of Brotherly Love,
Relief and Truth.
Building a
family
of Masons
page 2
Grand Lodge
News
pages 1–3, 8
Minnesota
Masonic
Charities
pages 4–5
Lodge News
& Views
page 6
Masonic
Family News
page 7
A Brief History of the Masonic Cancer Center at the University of Minnesota
“As one has learned to expect from
Masons, they exceeded their pledge.”
This lofty compliment was directed to the
Masons of Minnesota on September 17, 1960,
by Dr. O. Meredith Wilson, then president of
the University of Minnesota. The occasion
was the presentation of the University’s
Regents Awards, given only on rare occasions.
This was the ninth time in the history of the
University the award was made.
The Masons of Minnesota were being honored for the gift of the million dollar Masonic
Memorial Hospital, built with funds raised in
a two-year campaign. The Masons would later
be asked to add two floors to the hospital in
another million-dollar fund-raising campaign.
Six years earlier, in 1954, M. W. Brother
Leroy Matson, a Justice of the Supreme Court
of Minnesota and Grand Master of Masons in
Minnesota at the time, working with his Grand
Lodge officers, was looking for a humanitarian project of a size that would help make
Masonry a vital force for mankind. Settling on
a health project, they then sought the advice of
members of the medical community. This was
the genesis of the original Masonic Memorial
Hospital.
We have all heard the story of how the
Committee of 100, the organizing group of
committed Masons and Eastern Star members
set out to raise one-half-million dollars with
the idea that the other half-million dollars
would be raised elsewhere. But they did their
work well and raised the entire one-million
dollars needed. Ground was broken for the
Masonic Memorial Hospital on May 17, 1957,
and construction of the original 80-bed, twostory hospital was underway. October 4, 1958,
fifty years ago, the keys to the hospital were
turned over to the University.
By 1962, it was already apparent that the
two story addition was needed. March 21,
1963, the Masons of Minnesota, meeting in
their 110th Annual Communication in St.
Paul, adopted the goal of raising an additional
1.1 million dollars to fund the addition. Three
hundred volunteers attended the kickoff luncheon at the University on April 20, 1963, to
learn how the money would be used and the
manner that Minnesota Masonry contemplated
to raise the funds. The third floor would
expand the Masonic Memorial Hospital to 120
beds, the fourth floor would house 25-30 medical scientists, doing specialized research to
unlock the mysteries of cancer.
In 1970, the Masonic Professorship in
Oncology was established with Dr. B.J.
Kennedy as the first appointee.
In 1981, an additional $1,395,000 was provided for more laboratory space and a new
Masonic Oncology Clinic. In 1990 more
office and modernization of the inpatient services was provided by another $500,000 grant.
Carrying on its long tradition of supporting cancer research and education, in 1991 the
Masonic Cancer Center Fund, Inc. pledged $5
million to the Minnesota Medical Foundation,
the official, fund-raising arm of the University
of Minnesota Medical Schools, to build a new
cancer research facility. This was the largest
commitment the Masonic Cancer Center Fund,
Inc. had ever made. The new cancer research
Grand Sword Bearer Jason Berger leads the procession to the Masonic Memorial Hospital with Past Grand
Masters Eric Neetenbeek (left) and Andrew Rice acting as Grand Stewards. W. Brother Mark Campbell,
Chairman of the Board of Minnesota Masonic Charities, served as the Grand Flag Bearer.
Grand Master Thomas C. Jackson examines the original cornerstone of the Masonic Memorial Hospital, laid
by Grand Master George C. Wilson on October 19, 1957.
facility would be named the Masonic Cancer
Research Building. This state-of-the-art facility
contains what was, at the time, urgently needed laboratory space and houses a diverse team
of outstanding cancer researchers who continue to lead the way in expanding and intensifying Minnesota's cancer research efforts. In
honor of the long-standing partnership of the
Eastern Star with Minnesota Masonry, the new
Masonic Cancer Research Building also had
one complete floor designated the “Eastern
Star Cancer Research Floor.”
Fast forward to 2004 when the ten million
dollar Partners for Life Campaign kicked off,
leading to the soon-to-be-erected Masonic
Cancer Center’s Masonic Cancer Clinic.
Over the last four years most of the ten
million dollars has been raised, but our work is
not done. In April 2008 the Masons of
Minnesota renewed our commitment to find a
cure for cancer as we announced our 65 million dollar pledge over the next 15 years to
continue the work of the Masonic Cancer
Center at the University of Minnesota. With
this gift, Minnesota Masonry’s total contribution to fight cancer now climbs to 100 million
dollars since 1954.
Winter Masonic reunions scheduled
Building a family of Masons
M.W.B. Thomas C. Jackson
Grand Master
“So, how did your Golden Whatzit
event go last month?” said the Old Tyler,
as he looked up at me with his inscrutable
blue-eyed gaze. I pulled out my chair and
settled in for a chat. I never know whether
my old friend is just a little bit cross or
perhaps holding back half a laugh when
talking with one of us ‘young fellers.’
Probably both, but I assumed the latter for
sure. I smiled back, and said, “The
Golden Spatula, you mean? Why, it went
just fine. Can you believe it? We had six
lodges vying for the title this first time
out, including a late entrant by the
Bloomington Area Shrine Club on behalf
of Bloomington Lodge. From what I read
of the judges’ comments, the contest was
very, very close.” “Hrumph!” he retorted,
“Wouldn’ta been close at all if one of
those boys had come to me for my recipe.
But live and learn; I’m sure their flapjacks
were… edible.” [results and video at
www.lhl277.org/flapjackthrowdown.html]
I laughed, and told him I was sure
some young chef would seek out his
counsel. He gave me another of his furrowed gazes, hrumphed again and said,
“They always do.”
He was shuffling cards, dealing out a
slow game of solitaire. But his stream of
steady visitors didn’t allow him to play
much. “So, what’s on your mind today,
Tommy?” he asked, showing a brief flash
of alarm when I didn’t instinctively pull
out my cigar pouch. I saw him fidget ever
so slightly, looking at my jacket pocket,
and said, “Oh, my cigars? Brother, I’m
fresh out, but Shane is bringing me a few
Dominicans later this afternoon to hand
out after our meeting in St. Paul.” He
breathed a sigh of relief, “Good –
A’course I was only concerned for your
well-being, ‘cause a man without cigars,
is, well, like a man without cigars!” I
gripped his shoulder and said, “I know
what you mean, old friend.”
“Say, Old Tyler. I had something I
meant to ask you.” He replied, “And I
thought you were just stopping by to
practice your wit. Lay it all out then; I’m
not getting any younger.” Ignoring his
barbs, I continued, “The son or younger
relation of a Mason is often called a
Lewis in the old books. In your day it was
common for sons to follow their fathers
into the lodge. But now, we’re seeing
fathers raised by their sons. What do you
‘spose we ought to call the father of a
Mason, when he petitions to join?” The
Old Tyler blinked. And blinked again. He
muttered something like Titus under his
breath, and then said, “Grand Master
Tom, I really don’t think there is a name
for them. We’re just pleased with the
thought that they finally came to the decision, and proud that their sons made such
a good impression.” I nodded, saying that
I thought it may be more awkward for a
son to present his father with a petition, to
which the Old Tyler replied, “Heh, that
reminds me of a story…”
“Do you remember young Jack, who
was Master of my old lodge, ‘bout 10
years ago?” “Well,” he continued, “it
seems Masonry had skipped a generation
in his family. But, as they say, the apple
doesn’t fall far from the tree. Jack’s
grandfather was a Mason of high esteem,
and his father was a wonderful fellow and
a pillar of his community, who just never
got around to joining the lodge. Fact is,
then he was 54 years old, and had more
friends in this world than most men who
aren’t me or you, and he’d simply been of
a generation that didn’t much take to
joinin’ anything. Now, Jack was Senior
Warden at about this time of year, and he
came to me all a-fretting about getting his
father to join the lodge so he could see
him as Master.
“Well, you probably won’t believe it,
but I tested him, saying ‘What kind of
pridefulness do you have in your head to
make you want to do this now, Jack?’
which startled him pretty good. But he
insisted ‘No, Old Tyler! I just thought
Dad would enjoy seeing me carry on in
Grandpa’s shoes!’ —Bless him. That’s the
kind of pure motive I like to hear. Jack
really is a such a fine fellow, a real AllAmerican boy. Why, I told his mother,
Betty, the same thing last week…” I
coughed. “Oh, er, back to the story, I told
Jack that he might want to let me or the
Grand Secretary or the Grand Master hisself write to Jack’s Dad.”
There was a pause. “Wow. Well, what
happened?” I asked.
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Texas-Minnesota Reunion In Harlingen
Minnesota Masons living and wintering
in Texas have enjoyed an annual reunion in
the McAllen-Harlingen area of South Texas
for the past 28 years. Grand Master Thomas
C. Jackson will continue that tradition started so many years ago by attending the session. This gathering also attracts many
Masonic Brothers from Texas and several
Midwestern states, Canada, and Mexico,
and is great opportunity to renew old friendships as well as making new friends.
The reunion will take place on Saturday,
February 7, 2009, at the Rio Grand Valley
Shrine Club, located 1.5 miles east of
LaFeria, at the White Ranch Road exit off
of Highway 83, near Harlingen. The festivities will start with a 5:30 p.m. social hour
with dinner following at 6:30. All Masons
and their guests are welcome.
Reservations should be made by
February 1st, by calling any of the
following Brothers:
Ward Sonsteby, 956-781-1901;
Alyn Dull, 956-787-2257;
Elmer Schultz, 956-425-7070, Room 148;
or Jay Ipsen, 956-583-9364.
Arizona-Minnesota Reunion In Phoenix
Minnesota Masons living and wintering in the Phoenix area will also have the
opportunity to enjoy a reunion, the 9th
annual Arizona Masonic Reunion. The
event is open to all Minnesota Masons,
Eastern Star members, family members
and other guests. Grand Master Thomas C.
Jackson will again try to duplicate feelings of Brotherhood and Minnesota nostalgia that takes place annually at both the
Texas and Arizona Reunions.
Plans call for the event to take place
on Monday evening, February 9, 2009, at
the Shrine Temple in Phoenix, 5:00 p.m.
social hour and 6:00 p.m. dinner. One of
the highlights of the reunion this year will
be the Table Lodge Ceremony, conducted
by Past Grand Master Philip G. Soderberg.
Most W. Brother Phil planned the first
Arizona Masonic Reunion in 2001. It is
certainly hoped that those who have
enjoyed this event for the last several years
in the Phoenix area will again make plans
to attend.
W. Brother Ben Holt (e-mail:
[email protected]) is working on the remaining details for the program this year. We
hope to award a few fifty-year pins and perhaps honor the widows of a few of our
departed Brothers. If you are interested in
attending, please call the Grand Lodge office
at 800-245-6050 or via email at [email protected] and we will see that you
receive all the details as they are finalized.
“I reckoned you might want to know.
The Grand Master then, another friend of
mine,” he said, peering at me with that
same laughing/scowling gaze, “he took it
upon himself to write to Jack’s Dad. Why,
those words were as pleasant to read as
poetry from the Bard. He told the father
how Jack had been elected by his peers
on account of his being from ‘good
stock.’ With ‘strong leadership skills,’ was
what I think he said.” The Old Tyler
leaned back his chair, saying, “I think I
can recall a few lines. ‘…Jack tells me
you have several Masons in your family
tree.’ Complimenting the man, he said,
‘Your son may not have told you, but he
reveres the example you gave him.’ And
he told him some of the things that Dad
had done which meant so much to the
boy. —Tommy, how can a man not begin
to burst with pride over such a thing!”
“‘The Masonry in your family taught
lessons of virtue—honoring a man’s
word, respect for his sovereign beliefs,
empathy for others, a charitable spirit,
righteousness when no one is looking,
personal integrity—these are Masonic
virtues, taught father to son, or grandfather to grandson from time immemorial.’
“’Your should know that your boy Jack
has been elected by his peers in recognition of those same Masonic virtues that are
the bedrock of our society, and because of
his leadership skills. I encourage you to
celebrate his elevation and installation to
his new office because you helped him to
become the good man he is today.’
“Here’s the good part: ’We Masons
mark the seasons of life. We honor our
dead and care for widows and orphans as
if they are our own. We know of the frailty
of man; his inherent weaknesses making
all the more poignant the heights of brilliance or nobility he may achieve in his
time under the sun. We honor special
dates, few more meaningful than when a
father raises his own son to join a lodge.
These days, we also see sons raising their
own fathers as new Masons.
“’Sir, I have learned from Jack that for
various reasons, you have not yet chosen
to become a Mason. I want you to know
that from what I’m told, you already conduct yourself like one and are a man we
should be proud to list as a brother of the
lodge. If you choose to join him in lodge,
I’d be most pleased to welcome your peti-
tion to join.’ Jack’s father did join, and
remarked over and again to his many
friends, ‘I wish I’d done this years ago!’”
“You were going to tell me this story
all along, weren’t you!” I said. The Old
Tyler just scowled. And smiled.
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Can I write you a letter? – At this
time of year when most lodges elect new
officers for their turn in the chairs, I’d
offer to write a personal note to any nonMasonic father or brother, or son, whom
you feel would appreciate seeing you as
an officer or leader in your lodge. Time is
ticking. Please contact GS Doug
Campbell with any request.
One Day Class – Brethren, be sure to
get your petitions in ASAP for the OneDay Class, to be held January 17th at the
beautiful Scottish Rite Temple in
Minneapolis. See the advertisement on
page 3.
See you in Church, or Temple? – I’m
bringing back a fine old tradition in
Masonry—Saint John’s Day—by inviting
you to honor our patron, St. John the
Evangelist, at the church, synagogue or
place of worship of your choosing at the
worship service falling on or after the
Saint’s feast day, which this year is
Saturday, December 27th. Near that day,
and on St. John the Baptist’s feast day in
June, it is customary for Masons to place a
special offering in the plate noting that it is
given by a Mason. We have special
envelopes that are being distributed to
lodges for this purpose. You may contact
the Grand Secretary to ask for more
envelopes if you wish, or use your own.
Now, if you do not have a particular church
to attend on that day, or are feeling adventurous, all Masons in Minnesota and their
families are invited to join me at Central
Lutheran Church, at 333 South 12th Street
in Minneapolis, on SUNDAY, December
28th, at the 11 a.m. service. Wherever you
choose to worship, wear your pin on that
day, and bring your offering. Remember,
we are ambassadors of the Craft.
Masonic Charities – I’m informed
that the Partners for Life campaign is
surging forward and nearing its $10M
goal and the groundbreaking of our new
Masonic Cancer Center. Has your lodge
contributed? Which gift will put them
over the top?
Thomas C. Jackson, Grand Master
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November–December 2008
Masonic Conundrum
Lodge Education Officer = LEO =
Leadership, Education, Oratory
Ed Halpaus, GLEO
Masonic Education: The pure enjoyment of learning.
To all Minnesota Masons wheresoever
dispersed, the Masons of your education
committee send their very best wishes and
greetings to you and yours in this season
of all the holidays that we Freemasons
observe.
In addition to this being a time of year
when we are all celebrating various holidays, it is also the time of year when
Lodges are having elections and installation of Lodge officers for the ensuing
year. Ensue is an interesting word to look
up. It comes from an Old French word,
ensuivre, meaning to follow; i.e. to follow
in order; to come afterward, especially in
immediate succession.
Immediate succession is also something
to think about. In the book Old Tyler’s Talks
(a great book by Brother Carl Claudy) there
is a segment titled ‘Promotion,’ and in it the
Old Tyler is talking about the election and
appointment of officers in the Lodge. This
is a good chapter of the book to read. In the
copy of the book we had, a while back, as a
selection for the Minnesota Masonic Book
Club, the chapter is complete in just 2 1/2
pages. If you have a copy of the book, take
a look at ‘Promotion.’ If you don’t have a
copy, maybe the Lodge Education Officer
could give a report on it as a Lodge education presentation. Our Grand Lodge book
store might still have some copies available.
Not that he needs this plug, but remember
to read our Grand Master’s column; he has
a writing style that is similar to Brother
Claudy’s as the Old Tyler.
Mentioning the election and appointment of officers, there is some information in the Minnesota Masonic Code
every Mason going through the chairs
should know about.
Section C9.03 says that every constituent Lodge should consist of specific
officers from the ranks of the membership
of the Lodge including a Lodge Education
Officer. This office was created to have
one Brother whose sole job it is to provide
an educational presentation at each started
communication. He is to sit on the immediate left of the Master of the Lodge, and
is to have prepared an education program
as part of every stated communication.
It’s also important to note that section
C9.03 says that each appointed officer is to
be appointed by the Master immediately
after his installation, and that no one shall
hold more than one office. This is good
because the more Masons a Master can
have involved in Lodge activities, the better
off his Lodge will be. An interesting item to
make note of is the office of Tyler. Masonic
custom tells us that the Tyler needs to be a
Master Mason, but not necessarily of the
Lodge he is Tiling for. However, Minnesota
Section C9.03 tells us that in our jurisdiction, the Tyler needs to be “a member of
the Lodge for which he is installed.”
Returning to information about the
Lodge Education Officer, Section G13.20
provides some worthwhile information for
the governance of the Lodge. Sub-section
(c) tells us that there shall be a standing
‘Committee on Programs’ in every Lodge
and it is the duty of every Master, “immediately after his installation, to appoint a
Committee on Programs, consisting of
four (4) members—the Junior Warden, a
Past Master, the Lodge Education Officer,
and one (1) Brother.” This committee is
charged “to prepare, submit to the Lodge
for approval and promote a suitable program of social and educational events in
harmony with the teachings and principles
of the Fraternity.” This is an important
function for the running and enjoyment of
the Lodge Communications, and it is a
tremendous help to improving Lodge
Education programs and scheduling time
in the communications for them.
Finally that section tells us that officers who are elected and appointed need
to be installed as often as they are elected
and appointed. And that the jewel of the
Lodge Education Officer will be the
‘Lamp of knowledge.’
Welcome to the Fall Season, Brothers!
After Conundrum #10 was sent to print, I
received a few late submissions. The
Brothers who responded correctly to
Conundrum 10 were as follows ( I didn’t
forget about you all):
Livius d’Uscio, Rochester #21
Dick McGinnis, Excelsior #113
Elliot Saxton, Lake Harriet #277
Erik S. Bunes, Wayzata #205
Conundrum #11 answer
The correct answer for Conundrum
#11 is: The Cable Tow. Brothers who
responded to correctly to Conundrum #11
(listed in order of their area’s responses)
are as follows:
Metrowest Area
Robert Peterson, Minnehaha No. 165
Tim Jirak, Wayzata No. 205
Adam Grau, Compass No. 265
Metroeast Area
Clarence Anderson, St. Paul No. 3
Shawn Carrick, Montgomery No. 258
Stephen Beying, Accacia No. 51
Ed Jankus, Tusler-Summit No. 263
by L. C. Addison, Education Committee
Northwest Area
Kim T. Mollberg, Mt. Tabor No. 106
Rick Johnson, Mt. Tabor No. 106
Conundrum #12
Brothers, I appreciate your participation very much! The question for
Conundrum #12 is this: By 1745, French
Masonry had deviated from the Basic
English story to one where the main character is another person. Only nine Masters
were sent to find him, and when they did
they change the word for fear that he had
revealed it. Who was this character?
When you have the answer, send it by
email to: [email protected] [remember to include your name and lodge] or by
U.S. mail to: Masonic Conundrum,
Attention L.C. Addison, c/o the Grand
Lodge of Minnesota, 11501 Masonic
Home Drive, Bloomington, MN 55437.
Please remember that the first correct
response received from each area of the
state will receive a nice gift from the education committee. Have a good time with
this question—Masonic research is fun!
One-Day-To-Masonry
January 17, 2009
at the Scottish Rite Temple in Minneapolis
8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.
Petition copies due from the lodges to the Grand Lodge office
no later than January 9, 2009, with the One-Day-to-Masonry fee of $250.
For further details contact the Grand Lodge office at 952-948-6700 or 800-245-6050
Annual Monitor Exams and Re-exams scheduled
As always, there is a serious need for
more Minnesota Masons to become
Monitors and for current Monitors to be
recertified. W. B. Greg Lane, Chairman of
the Board of Custodians, has announced
that the annual Monitor examinations will
be held on February 6, 2009, and the reexaminations on February 7, 2009. Both
will take place at the Minnehaha Masonic
Center, 5149 Bloomington Avenue South,
Minneapolis. The lodge doors will be
open at 8:30 a.m. on both days.
Monitors wishing to take part in the
re-examination or those wishing to be
recertified are asked to contact the Grand
Lodge office, by e-mail
[email protected] or phone 952-9486700 or 1-800-245-6050. Any Master
Mason is also invited to be a sideliner
during the examination so that he may
become familiar with the process of being
certified as a Monitor.
The Board of Custodians is also willing to assemble to examine anyone wishing to be certified as a Monitor or to have
his Monitor certification upgraded by
request. These examinations have an open
date to accommodate the schedules of
Masons wishing to be examined. However
the ideal time would be during annual
examination in February.
The requirements to become a
Monitor are quite simple. The Brother
need not have served as Master of his
Lodge. However, to be certified for the
first time, he should bring a letter from
his Lodge, certifying that, in the Lodge’s
opinion, the Brother is proficient in the
work of the degree on which he wishes to
be certified.
MSA Blue Envelope Appeal
David C. Goodnow, retired CNN
anchor/editor, is a member of Vincennes
Lodge No. 1, Indiana, and Nelms Lodge
No. 343, Georgia, and he serves on the
Masonic Information Center Steering
Committee. In a letter from Brother
Goodnow to Masonic Brethren, he states:
“Our brotherhood has been at the forefront of support for our wounded veterans
since the formation of the Masonic
Service Association in 1919. Masons have
been volunteering to visit America’s
wounded troops during the intervening
wars, amd we continue our presence in
numerous VA and military hospitals. It’s
our way of letting these young men and
women know how much we care for them
and their sacrifices. We work to build their
morale and sustain their resolve to mend
and return to the society they have chosen
to defend.
“Brother Masons visit these hospitals
to the tune of some 200,000 volunteer
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hours each year. Not every member of our
fraternity is able to be present in a hospital
room, but each of us has the chance to be
there in spirit by contributing in the Green
Envelope Appeal.”
In Minnesota we call the Green
Envelope Appeal promoted by the
Masonic Service Association the MSA
Blue Envelope Appeal. Most lodge
Secretaries send the members a blue
return envelope with their dues notice,
highlighting the Masonic Service
Association Veterans Hospital Visitor
Program.
People can send a check directly to the
Masonic Service Association, or they can
add an amount when they mail in their
annual lodge dues payment. Contributions
are tax deductible.
Masonic Service Association
8120 Fenton Street
Silver Spring, Maryland 10910
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COMPASSIONATE. COMMITTED. CAPABLE.
It was a lovely evening Under the Northern Lights..
Once again, there was a festive and genial crowd
attending the 4th Annual MMC GALA on
Saturday, September 27, with a theme this year
of Under the Northern Lights. The Minneapolis
Club provided the backdrop and guests were
able to greet one another during the social hour,
while viewing 10 oversized posters which featured Lodge and Chapter community projects or
commitments being recognized for their outstanding achievement and successful matching
grants. All proceeds from this successful fundraiser will go to support the Lodge and
Chapter community programs for 2009. Each acknowledged Lodge and Chapter were
given their customized poster and easel to keep for their own display.
Smiling arrivals: Deputy Grand Master Thomas G. McCarthy and wife Patty, Grand Master
Thomas C. Jackson and wife Amey.
Metroeast Area Deputy W. Brother Ken White
(Montgomery Lodge No. 258) and Jr. Grand Steward
W. Brother John Gann (Lake Harriet Lodge No. 277)
enjoying details about the Lake Harriet Lodge project.
Brother Dennis Boom (Tusler-Summit Lodge No. 263),
and wife Elaine, looking over the exciting raffle items.
Many guests, having attended previously, felt this was one of their favorites
of the MMC GALAs, and those guests who were attending for the first time
could be heard to ask, “Have you set a date for next year? I don't want to miss
it!” The answer is yes: September 26, 2009. Hope to see you there.
(See more pictures at www.mnmasoniccharities.org)
W. Brother Keith Feldbrugge and Brother Mike Elwell
(Santa) proud to point to Newport Lodge No. 118’s “Santa
Project.”
Guests lining up during the social hour to make sure they purchased
a raffle ticket for some great prizes.
Bob Dichert Music, now a tradition at the
MMC Galas, providing music for the social
hour.
Twenty-seven young men and a choral melody: the nationally acclaimed
Minnesota Boychoir performs for a very receptive audience.
Photo at left: MMC CEO, MWB Eric J. Neetenbeek, with Past Grand Matron Rita
Glazebrook, daughter and son-in-law Katie (Rainbow Chapter No. 276) and
Brother John Kriesel, and W. Brother Harold Glazebrook (Accacia Lodge No.
51). The family celebrates winning the grand prize Vikings package raffle item.
MINNESOTA MASONIC CHARITIES
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Southwest Area Deputy
W. Brother Grant
Lillevold showing wife
Kathy the details of the
wonderful community
cardiac center project
supported by his Lodge,
Libanus No. 96.
W. Brother Clarence Russell (Winona Lodge
No. 18) and guest Sharon smiling over his
raffle winnings.
Save the date for the next
MMC GALA
September 26, 2009
952.948.6004
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November–December 2008
“People say, ‘I want to give something back.’
Well, Masons give back. Always have, always will.”
Minnesota Masonic Charities provides a united focus for the many charitable activities of the Minnesota Masons.
A forefather, a fi rst President, a national icon,
and a committed Mason
NOTATIONS
History is a guide to navigation in perilous times.
“H
History is who we are and why we are the way we are.”
David Gaub McCullough,
two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize
and the Presidential Medal of Freedom
Minnesota Masonic
Historical Society & Museum
plans
Brother George Washington
Celebration in 2009
Plans are in the making for a very
special celebration of the birthday of
Brother George Washington on February
21, 2009, to be held in the great room,
Landmark Assembly, of Minnesota
Masonic Home, Bloomington and hosted
by the Minnesota Masonic Historical
Society and Museum.
Guests will have the opportunity to
mingle during social hour and view over
Spirit of giving:
Prairie Lodge No. 123
aids local food shelf
Minnesota Masonic Charities salutes
the members of Prairie Lodge No. 123 of
Blooming Prairie for assisting those in
need in their community by supporting
the Steele County Food Shelf.
Jr. Warden Brother Jim Johnson
learned from Stormie Trom, food shelf
director, that there is an increased need
for donations to the food shelf due to the
weakened economy. The Lodge voted to
raise funds for the food shelf, and also
appealed to the residents of Blooming
Prairie through the local newspaper.
The Lodge raised $2,255 for the food
shelf, and with a Matching Funds grant
from MMC, a total of $4,510 was donated.
The food shelf serves over fifty families
in Steele County, and many services are
provided, including a seven day supply
of food, nutrition information, and information about additional programs that
may be of service.
fifteen portraits of Brother Washington,
who has been portrayed very differently
by various artists over the years. There
will also be the opportunity to visit the
MMHSM Museum a few steps away
from the event area and a chance to ask
questions of Museum Curator Dave
Nystuen. Followed by a celebration
dinner, arrangements are to include a
program with a historical expert, and
MMHSM Board Chairman Tom
Hendrickson promises the evening
will definitely be entertaining.
Please mark your new calendars—
February 21, 2009. More details will be
forthcoming in the January issue of the
Minnesota Mason. However, you do not
need to wait: reservations can be made
by sending $25 per person to the following
address:
Minnesota Masonic Historical
Society & Museum
George Washington Celebration
11501 Masonic Home Drive.
Bloomington, MN 55437
Or you may call 952-948-6200
for reservations by credit card.
Let us raise a standard
to which the wise and
honest can repair;
the rest is in the
hands of God.
Do you love history?
The Minnesota Masonic Historical Society & Museum
(MMHSM) has over 150 years of Masonic history
in one location. Call me today and come share your
passion of history with us; we have many flexible
volunteer opportunities for you.
952-831-2436
Tom Hendrickson, Junior Grand Warden
Chairman, MMHSM
Another year past...
and a growing list of
success stories
in matching grants,
support for heritage charities
and a strong connection
with Masons in
their communities...
2008
Signature Scholarships
Applications are here!
Your Lodge has a copy—
do you need another?
Do you know a worthy senior
graduating from a Minnesota high
school? Request an application
today!
Call MMC at (952)948-6004 to
request one, or a PDF version is
available from our website,
www.mnmasoniccharities.org.
Minnesota
Masonic
Charities
extends
holiday
greetings to
all members of
Minnesota Masonry
and wishes you
and your
families a very
Happy New Year.
— George Washington
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Main: (952) 948-6004
Web: mnmasoniccharities.org
What is the minimum amount that MMC will award
a Matching Funds Grant?
M. R., Alexandria
Alonzo Hernandez, Food Shelf Manager,
Brothers Thomas Peterson, Andrew Weiss,
and Jim Johnson, and Stormie Trom, Food
Shelf Director, receiving the matching funds
from Prairie Lodge No. 123 and MMC.
As a general rule, grants are approved for matches $500
and over, however we do review applications on a case-by-case
basis and certainly have awarded grants for less than $500.
We encourage you to submit your grant request for any of
your Lodge’s charitable projects you feel might be eligible for
matching funds—your answer could very well be yes.
Eric Neetenbeek, President/CEO
(952) 948-6213
[email protected]
Sara Beddow, Director of Communications
(952) 948-6202
[email protected]
John Schwietz,
Director of Fund Development
(952) 948-6209
[email protected]
Deb Cutsinger, Executive Assistant
(952) 948-6206
[email protected]
Megan Roering, Office Assistant
(952) 948-6200
[email protected]
WWW.MNMASONICCHARITIES.ORG
November–December 2008
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News & Views from the Lodges
Garnet Lodge raises five Masons
Crookston Lodge No. 141 Awards Night
After a full summer—with a trip to a Saints ball game; a Lodge, O.E.S., and Job's Daughters
picnic; then our annual scholarship awards dinner—Garnet Lodge is now back with regular
meetings and degree work. On Thursday, September 18, they held a First Degree with five candidates. They also have four more petitions to act on at this time. Most Worshipful Grand Master
Tom Jackson attended the degree and had some very nice things to say. Senior Grand Deacon
Brian Beermann was also on hand and did a great job of presenting the Second Lecture.
Mt. Tabor Lodge No. 106 presents Hiram Award
On Tuesday, September 23, the members of Mt. Tabor Lodge No. 106 in
Detroit Lakes, presented a Hiram Award to
WB Duane (Doc) Wething. Doc Wething
was very involved in the negotiations
when we sold our old Lodge Building in
downtown Detroit Lakes and purchased
the present home for Mt. Tabor. He was
the first Master to hold Lodge within our
current home. Doc has taken part in our
Master Mason Degrees as the Sea Captain
for many years and is always ready to
help. He is also our oldest living Past
Master having been Master in 1965.
Doc had been a chiropractor in Detroit
Lakes for many years and has been active
with the management of the Detroit Lakes
Municipal Airport for many years. Doc
has been a pilot since a very young man
and has logged many hours in the air.
Present at the presentation were his
wife Beverly, son David, and grandson
Eli. David is a Past Master of Cataract
Lodge No. 2 in Minneapolis, and he
pinned his father. Also present were 46
members and guests of Mt. Tabor Lodge.
WB Marlin Braseth was presented with
a 40 year award. Brother Roger Pearson of
Several awards were presented during
the Crookston Masonic Lodge No. 141
Annual Awards Night. The Hiram Award
was presented to WB James Waxler for his
contributions to Masonry and Crookston
Lodge. Joining in 1980 and Past Master of
the Lodge in 1984 and 1986, he has held
several offices in the past years and continues to do so even now and also takes an
active part in the Order of the Eastern Star.
Membership longevity awards were presented for each five years of membership
to eighteen Brothers.
The recipient for Outstanding
Community recognition was to go to Dr.
Stanley Sahlstrom for his contribution to
Crookston and the University of
Minnesota, Crookston College. Sadly, Dr
Sahlstrom passed away June 2, 2008.
Widows of our departed Brothers
were our guests for dinner and were presented flowers that were our table decorations. Scholarships were presented to Ms.
Jenna Benoit from Crookston Masonic
Lodge and Ms. Alysha Hemsworth from
the Order of Eastern Star.
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50-year award made
Montgomery Lodge
cribbage
Mahnomen was to receive his 50-year
award also but was unable to attend.
District Repreentative Larry Larson, right, presented the 50-year certificate to PM Dennis
Anderson of Dawson’s Atelier Lodge No. 202.
In those 50 years, Dennis has served in every
position including Master twice and lately as
perpetual Treasurer. He also served seven
years as District Reprepresentative, member
of the Zuhrah Shrine, and past president of the
Western Minnesota Shrine Club.
WB Charles Magnusson, Lodge Secy/Treas
Hematite Hiram Award
Hematite Lodge No. 274 of Chisholm,
Minnesota presented the Hiram Award to W.
Brother Donald Heikkila on October 18, 2008.
Brother Don earned his award for outstanding
contributations to Hematite Lodge and
Masonry. Pictured is W. Master Dennis
Jacobson, Donald Heikkila, and Northeast Area
Deputy Rolf Widstrand.
September 18th gave witness to the
rebirth of the Montgomery Lodge cribbage tournament. The evening consisted of
a spaghetti and meatball dinner with
dessert, followed by the stated meeting
and ending with a cribbage tournament.
The night was a success for one simple
reason, all who came to lodge either for
the dinner, the meeting and/or the cribbage
enjoyed themselves and the fraternalism
they experienced. Congratulations to the
team of WB Greg Deegan (right) and WB
Kurt Dornfeld (left) for going the distance
and winning all the matches they played.
Roseau Lodge No. 268 celebrates 100-year anniversary
On September 13, 2008, Brother Mike
Kvarnlov served as the Master of
Ceremonies, introducing Roseau lodge
officers and highlighting the history of the
lodge over the past 100 years. One known
highlight of the event was that on the 50th
anniversary, Ray Johnson was the
Worshipful Master of the lodge and now
for the 100th year, Ray is Worshipful
Master again. It is not known if this has
ever taken place before in any other lodge.
Roseau and Roseau Lodge are the
home of the Shrine Snow Noble Shrine
Club, participating in parades in the summer months, with Polaris snowmobiles.
New models are used each year. The unit
was chartered in 1970. Ray is the only
charter member of this unit still active.
The 100th Anniversary party was well
attended, rounded out with a catered pig
roast and all of the trimmings, in our
"new to us" lodge hall.
Making the Hiram Award presentation is WB
Darrell Richter, Grand Lodge Northwest Area
Deputy, left, to WB James Waxler, with
Worshipful Master WB Kevin Helgeson, right.
Paul Revere honors
members
W.B. Paul Serber, from Paul Revere Lodge No.
321, is shown receiving his fifty-year award,
while Mrs. Serber looks on. Also pictured is
Grand Lodge District Representative Dayton
Berg, left, and W. Master Monte Miller, right. Other
awards were also presented during the Paul
Revere Lodge awards night, including a Mason of
the Year award for W. Brother Glenn D. Moore.
Golden Fleece 50-year pin
The celebration offered much more
than just a look into the Masons and
Freemasonry; it was an opportunity to see
a brotherhood of men from all walks of
life finding ways in which to serve God,
family, fellowman and country. These are
men who quietly provide support to each
other and the community, many times
without others knowing.
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Golden Fleece Lodge No. 89, Litchfield, Past
Master Bob Putzier was home from Arizona
and presented with his 50-year pin and certificate by W. Master Doug Brown on October
26th at the annual Golden Fleece Lodge
Pancake breakfast.
November–December 2008
News from the Masonic Family
Minnesota DeMolay speech winner
This past year, DeMolay International
requested every Jurisdiction to conduct a
speech competition to challenge the young
men of DeMolay to consider What’s right
with America. Those assembled at
Minnesota DeMolay’s Annual Conclave
heard Matt Devore of Hiawatha Chapter
present his winning speech on the subject.
This year, as we have elected a new president, we should consider the words as presented at the Conclave.
Democracy: the epitome of fairness
by: Matt Devore
“Never doubt that a small group of
thoughtful committed citizens can change
the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that
ever has”—this brilliant quote by
Margaret Mead is exactly why democracy
always has and always will prevail over
anything that dares to interfere with the
freedom, and liberty it provides. Could
you even imagine a society in which you
have no say over the government and the
government has every say over you? To
me it’s almost unthinkable that people are
forced to live such unfair lives. I can only
take solace and comfort in the fact that my
own government will let me live a life of
civic virtue, fairness and respect. Because
I am an American and that is the
American way of life.
After all, in America, the very fact that
we have a representative democracy is
insurance that America will forever be a
beacon hope, freedom and liberty in a
world that seems to revolve around cruelty
and violence. But what makes a democracy so great? Two words, “The People.”
Democracy revolves around the ideology
that a nation’s citizens know what’s best
for themselves. I think Harry Fosdick put
Fort Snelling cornerstone ceremony
it best when he said, “Democracy is based
upon the conviction that there are extraordinary possibilities in ordinary people.”
There’s no question in my mind that the
farther we head into the future the more
other governments will disintegrate into
democracies, a thought made evident by
both the trends of our history as a race and
by the trends of modern day politics. Just
look at the former Soviet Union which fell
mostly due to the poor morale of their citizens, who weren’t treated much better
than cattle by the same government that
demanded absolute subordination. As soon
as the people of the former USSR realized
that beyond their borders people were
being treated with integrity and respect by
their governments, the government lost its
power. Because no matter how much a
person has been brain-washed by propaganda and fear, they still possess a degree
of logic and reason that can never be taken
away, and that capability makes that sort
of irrational government impossible.
The revolt against British tyranny in
our own revolution also bares witness to
the fact that people will not allow themselves to be bullied and abused by their
governments, and to me it’s stunning that
the rest of the world hasn’t caught on—
after all these years—to the benefits and
joys of democracy. Especially when they
have the United States of America as the
perfect example, Because in America we
don’t just practice democracy, we live by
it, and that’s why I can say that I am Proud
to live in a country that will always treat
me with respect, Proud to live in a country
that treats m with integrity, Proud to live in
a country that treats me with fairness,
that’s why I am Proud to be an American.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Midwest Conference on Masonic Education
60th Anniversary
April 24–26, 2009
Exploring New Dimensions in Masonic Education
Held in beautiful Springfield, Illinois
This Anniversary of the Conference also marks the bicentennial of the birth of
Abraham Lincoln, and there will be plenty of activities in Springfield to attend.
Minnesota #1 Chapter of Royal Arch Masons
Fall Schedule, first Friday of the month
200 East Plato Boulevard, Saint Paul
For further information contact John Stitely at [email protected]
December 5th Program
Honors and Awards - Chapter of Sorrows, A Memorial for the Departed
Welcome to
Phoenix Daylight Lodge
Attention: Are you a Mason who wants:
• no driving to lodge at night
• to be home during evenings
• to enjoy the company of
like-thinking Masons?
You want to visit Phoenix Daylight Lodge
When: Second Wednesday of the month
Where: West Metro Area
6509 Walker St, St. Louis Park
Time: Cribbage & Cards 10:00 a.m.
Lunch ($10) 12 noon
Lodge 1:00 p.m.
For information and lunch reservations,
contact JW Jack Lindgren
952-226-4785 or [email protected]
November–December 2008
Grand Lodge
Annual
Communications
2009 – March 27th and 28th
2010 – March 26th and 27th
2011 – April 8th and 9th
All of the above are at the
Civic Center in St. Cloud.
Shown in the picture with several members of the Zuhrah Shrine Legion of Honor are W. Brother
Robert J. Selden, President of Minnesota Chapter No. 25 of the National Sojourners (in the Heroes
of '76 uniform); Grand Master Thomas C. Jackson; R. W. Brother Fred Vihovde, President-elect
of the National Sojourners (in suit). Seated is Brother John MacLeod, who had been a big
proponent of this project.
At a Fort Snelling National Cemetery
Cornerstone ceremony on November 1st,
the Grand Lodge of Minnesota dedicated
a monument placed by the National
Sojourners on the Avenue of Flags at the
cemetery. It was a beautiful fall day and
the attendance was good.
The Junior Grand Warden’s Lodge Night
Spaghetti Dinner
by JGW Tom Hendrickson
Many of us have found that a great
way to increase the attendance of a lodge
night or event is to host a dinner or meal,
either before or after the meeting. Having
a meal allows the brothers to stay in the
lodge longer, and allows more time for
brothers to relax and enjoy the fellowship.
We want the food to be good… It
doesn’t matter what good food you serve.
This same time last year, a chili recipe
was published to inspire lodges to have a
meal. I heard from over 25 people who
used the chili recipe for lodge and OES
meeting nights, men’s card nights, and
football tailgating.
This year, I am presenting a Spaghetti
Dinner recipe meant not to make by the
gallons to use at a spaghetti feed. Rather,
it is meant for a quality meal with the
Brothers or family members—even to
celebrate a special wedding anniversary.
Tips & Serving Recommendations
• For more spice, use a hot Italian
sausage or add crushed red peppers.
• Serve with your favorite pasta. My
favorite is angel hair. For a change of
pace, try a whole wheat pasta.
• Serve with tossed green salad.
• Try a side of broccoli or fresh green
beans.
• Serve with French bread or garlic toast.
This makes enough sauce to serve 15
to 20 brothers. (For smaller groups,
reduce ingredients by one-half.)
I have made this recipe many times at
home with my daughters’ help. The prep
time to put it all together only takes 20
minutes. We were amazed with how easy
it was to make such a delicious, hearty
homemade sauce.
Since it takes two hours to simmer on
the stove, that’s a great time to break out
the cards and play a few hands in the
lodge hall, while that beautiful red sauce
simmers on the stove. Plus, it will fill the
hall with a very tempting aroma.
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This sauce can also be made ahead of
time and warmed up when it is more convenient. The sauce also freezes well for
future events.
When we eat with our brothers, we
digest more than the meal – enjoy!
A Fantastic Lodge Night Spaghetti Dinner
This homemade traditional pasta sauce
has a delicious taste and is easy to prepare.
After eating this thick and meaty sauce,
you will find yourself wanting more.
2 pounds sweet Italian sausage,
ground or sliced
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 cup minced onion
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 (28 oz.) cans crushed tomatoes
4 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste
2 (15 oz.) cans tomato sauce
1 cup water
4 tablespoons white sugar
3 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon fennel seed
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over
medium heat, cook the sausage, beef,
onion, and garlic until well browned;
drain off the fat.
2. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste,
tomato sauce, and water.
3. Mix in sugar, and season with basil,
fennel seed, Italian seasoning, salt, and
pepper.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer
for 1-1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
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Cataract No. 2 Heritage Festival
New Master Masons in 2008
Congratulations to the 256 new Master Masons reported to the Grand Lodge office this year, as of
November 20, 2008. If your name is not listed here and it should be, please ask your lodge to submit
your name to the the Grand Lodge office.
St. Johns Lodge No. 1
Scott A. Andersen
1/19/2008
Jerry S. Bennion
1/19/2008
Thomas Tuft
6/14/2008
Michael J. White, Jr. 6/14/2008
Cataract Lodge No. 2
Conrad Jackson
5/27/2008
Allan Jensen
5/27/2008
William K. Melin
5/27/2008
David B. Mensing
5/27/2008
Eric M. Pineda
5/27/2008
Kevin M. Schwab
11/19/2008
St. Paul Lodge No. 3
Jeffrey M. Ansel
3/14/2008
Ancient Landmark Lodge No. 5
Roger L. Belfay
1/19/2008
Kenneth C. Dixon
1/19/2008
David Griep
6/7/2008
Richard O’Neil
1/19/2008
Robert O’Neil
1/19/2008
Minnesota River Valley Lodge No. 6
Jason Bergerson
3/22/2008
David N. Huhner
3/22/2008
Scott Ludes
3/22/2008
Douglas Rhodes
3/22/2008
Red Wing Lodge No. 8
Robert L. Calhoon
2/16/2008
Michael Norman
2/16/2008
Mankato Lodge No. 12
Rodger Boyd
3/25/2008
Philip A. Hoogenraad
6/2/2008
Darius Knox
3/25/2008
William M. Lindsey
3/25/2008
Scott Renquist
3/25/2008
Monticello Lodge No. 16
Ryan M. Brovold
3/18/2008
Minneapolis Lodge No. 19
Scott J. Anderson
3/26/2008
James L. Bellefeuille 3/26/2008
Mark A. Garnett
6/21/2008
Christian M. Hanson 9/13/2008
John K. Hartman
6/21/2008
Thomas D. Havey
9/13/2008
Daniel A. Katzenberger 9/13/2008
Nickolas R. Leavy
3/26/2008
Jason D. Louer
6/21/2008
Adam J. Martin
9/13/2008
Jivko Sabev
6/21/2008
Chad E. Sears
6/21/2008
Geoffrey S. Serdar
9/13/2008
Dennis D. Severson 3/26/2008
William T. Stryker
9/13/2008
Eric Whipple
6/21/2008
Terrance J. Zawacki 6/21/2008
Rochester Lodge No. 21
Brian Burgess
4/19/2008
Matthew D. Jankowski 4/19/2008
Robert Keller
4/19/2008
James W. Scott
4/19/2008
David Sletten
4/19/2008
Bruce Timmerman
4/19/2008
Pleasant Grove Lodge No. 22
Benjamin H. Larson 10/11/2008
North Star Lodge No. 23
Herbert Campbell
5/31/2008
Douglas Edelbrock
1/19/2008
Colin P. McNee
8/5/2008
Chris Weber
5/31/2008
Zac White
5/31/2008
Western Star Lodge No. 26
Thomas E. Combs
4/24/2008
Michael T.Y. Hill
4/24/2008
Robert S. Hill
1/24/2008
Harold D. Johnson 10/11/2008
Clearwater Lodge No. 28
Terry Brockman
8/16/2008
Anoka Lodge No. 30
Chris Berglund
3/19/2008
Timothy S. Budig
6/21/2008
Chris Collette
3/19/2008
Shane A. Jenner
6/21/2008
Lee E. Kielblock
3/19/2008
Mark C. Knutson
3/19/2008
Jess W. Langerud
1/19/2008
John E. Reed, Jr.
6/21/2008
Matt Ripley
6/21/2008
Kenneth R. Roush
3/19/2008
David Schaefer
6/21/2008
Jacob Schmidt
3/19/2008
Star in the East Lodge No. 33
Antony M. Copeland 4/28/2008
Troy Groe
4/28/2008
Oriental Lodge No. 34
Nathan Timm
3/19/2008
Preston Lodge No. 36
Eric Roddy
10/11/2008
Fidelity Lodge No. 39
Phillip R. Hanson
4/24/2008
Kevin N. Schroeder
1/24/2008
Social Lodge No. 48
Jed C. Smith
1/19/2008
Accacia Lodge No. 51
Guy Berg
1/19/2008
Kaveh Ghazi
1/19/2008
Joey P. Heggem
10/11/2008
Casey Heurung
1/19/2008
Jose J. Koehler
1/19/2008
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Temple Lodge No. 59
Justin Klinghagen
5/13/2008
Corinthian Lodge No. 67
Jason Dean
1/15/2008
Merton M. Denley
1/15/2008
Jason Jaynes
5/6/2008
Justin D. Larson
1/15/2008
Wayne Sisel
5/6/2008
Mystic Star Lodge No. 69
Derek Berg
2/19/2008
Constellation Lodge No. 81
Richard A. Bellefeuille 5/12/2008
Ronald J. Murphy
11/10/2008
Dennis Weigel
11/10/2008
Kenneth J. Weinacht 11/10/2008
Jason White
11/10/2008
Golden Fleece Lodge No. 89
Eric Filipek
8/16/2008
Terry Miller
8/16/2008
Brian C. Riebe
1/19/2008
Sherburne Lodge No. 95
Michael Conrad
5/6/2008
Jens Jorgenson
5/6/2008
Dan Sindt
5/16/2008
Charity Lodge No. 98
John Holmquist
1/19/2008
Derek Shaver
1/19/2008
Corner Stone Lodge No. 99
David Dumonceaux
1/19/2008
Gregory W. Maynard 1/19/2008
Sharon Lodge No. 104
Brandan A. Borgas
1/19/2008
Mt. Tabor Lodge No. 106
Donald P. Chounard
4/8/2008
Gary A. Grindall
5/27/2008
Steven C. Larson
4/8/2008
Gregory J. Neison
5/27/2008
Lief E. K. Rogstad
5/27/2008
Steven G. Schroeder
4/8/2008
Sunset Lodge No. 109
Ethan Sletten
11/22/2008
Excelsior Lodge No. 113
Frank R. Kurth
1/19/2008
Ryan Sadowski
1/21/2008
Newport Lodge No. 118
Emilio Kapetanakis
1/19/2008
Steven C. Kogler
10/11/2008
Tyson Schuller
5/31/2008
Delta Lodge No. 119
Trevor E. Bjerke
8/28/2008
James D’Amico
5/22/2008
Nicholas L. Genzler
8/28/2008
Aaron Hess
5/22/2008
Christopher B. Hogy 5/22/2008
Chester Lockwood
2/7/2008
Michael Maxwell
2/7/2008
Nicholas A. Prieve
2/7/2008
Eli Rohl
8/28/2008
Moorhead Lodge No. 126
Brian Rakowski
3/13/2008
Nelson Lodge No. 135
Ryan Edick
1/19/2008
Andrew Hermes
1/19/2008
Crookston Lodge No. 141
Gary Abrams
3/1/2008
Seth K. Goehring
1/28/2008
Tracy Lodge No. 155
Charles P. Reinert
3/15/2008
Perham Lodge No. 157
Leslie D. Aschnewitz 4/26/2008
Plymouth Lodge No. 160
Emmett B. Cooper
7/28/2008
Mark Fessler
3/31/2008
Matthew Lachner
3/31/2008
Brad Pohlman
7/28/2008
Brian M. Preuss
7/28/2008
Michael A. Reyes
3/31/2008
James Russ
7/28/2008
Marc Schoning
3/31/2008
Minnehaha Lodge No. 165
Douglas A. Beach
4/30/2008
Jeremy M. Davis
8/20/2008
Lonnie H. Knisell
8/20/2008
Steven P. Miller
4/30/2008
Jeffery E. Moeller
4/30/2008
Garnet Lodge No. 166
Dale C. Casper
1/19/2008
John A. Freeman
1/19/2008
Kevin L. Pister
6/7/2008
Michael J. Ziskovsky
6/7/2008
Braden Lodge No. 168
Thomas Dankers
5/3/2008
Harvie Holmes
5/3/2008
Derek Timm
5/3/2008
Cody Wendlandt
5/3/2008
Adam Zagoria
5/3/2008
Valley Lodge No. 174
Stuart Ward
11/15/2008
Templar Lodge No. 176
Jeffery Griffin
7/28/2008
Ionic Lodge No. 186
Dalton R. Johnson
5/12/2008
Arcana Lodge No. 187
Michael Flueckiger
4/30/2008
Traverse Lodge No. 189
Evan Tilton
3/1/2008
Mizpah Lodge No. 191
Todd Anderson
10/11/2008
William Santos
1/19/2008
Frank Turchin
10/11/2008
Euclid Lodge No. 198
Donald J. Running
6/13/2008
Atelier Lodge No. 202
Wayne Heise
11/22/2008
Samuel Olson
11/22/2008
Stewartville Lodge No. 203
Terry J. Lee
1/19/2008
Wayzata Lodge No. 205
D. Scott Campbell
1/19/2008
Drew A. Gesell
1/19/2008
Mystic Lodge No. 213
Patrick W. Boyd
1/19/2008
Griswold Lodge No. 218
Tony Schmiesing
8/16/2008
Montgomery Lodge No. 258
Richard T. DeGayner 1/19/2008
Joshua J. Scott
1/19/2008
Tusler-Summit Lodge No. 263
Robert E. King
1/19/2008
Compass Lodge No. 265
Paul A. Anderson
11/17/2008
Albert Butler
6/23/2008
Phillip A. Erickson
11/17/2008
Nathaniel P. Johnson 11/17/2008
Michael E. Robinson 5/19/2008
Kyle Sabot
11/17/2008
Raymond G. Wagman, Jr.
11/17/2008
Andrew Walker
11/17/2008
Helios Lodge No. 273
Patrick R. Cahill
3/1/2008
Chippewa Lodge No. 275
David Ott
5/27/2008
Lake Harriet Lodge No. 277
Christian Ashmead
6/2/2008
Paul C. Bantle
12/1/2008
Arthur Branscomb
3/3/2008
Jonathen R. Brown
12/1/2008
Leonard J. Casanova 12/1/2008
Christopher Caulfield 3/3/2008
Sando E. Davies
6/2/2008
John Kohlmeta
12/1/2008
Emmett S. Kpola
8/25/2008
Kyle T. Kumley
10/11/2008
Freddie R. Lawler
3/3/2008
Christopher W. Mullin 10/11/2008
Mike C. Norris
12/1/2008
Trokon Page
3/3/2008
Rick Reinhart
8/25/2008
Rodger Schwartz
6/2/2008
Martin Sievert
6/2/2008
Ralph Sievert, III
6/2/2008
Peter M. Simpson
10/11/2008
Matt Vegdahl
12/1/2008
Al Williams
12/1/2008
Trinity Lodge No. 282
Jerold M. Forsberg
5/12/2008
Stuart Schendel
5/12/2008
Nathan Towslee
5/12/2008
Glen Avon Lodge No. 306
Andrew J. Alander
2/23/2008
Jason M. Anderson
2/23/2008
Theodore J. Bujold
2/23/2008
John M. Carden
2/23/2008
Kevin A. Connor
2/23/2008
Brian J. Freseman
2/23/2008
Eric Freseman
2/23/2008
Mathew Lindberg
2/23/2008
Beau Travis T. Loebs 2/23/2008
Tyler M. McCoy
1/19/2008
Martin M. Meldahl, Jr. 2/23/2008
Nicholas D. Rogers
2/23/2008
Paul Wrazidlo
2/23/2008
Bloomington Lodge No. 340
Zeid Dahdal
1/19/2008
Forest Lake Lodge No. 344
Marc Asch
6/21/2008
Howard Books
11/15/2008
Northeast Lodge No. 345
Adam Frantz
9/23/2008
Charles D. Wright
9/23/2008
Lebanon Lodge No. 346
Richard C. Boche
10/11/2008
Timothy Boche
10/11/2008
Kenneth J. Carlson 10/11/2008
Bill Cooper
8/20/2008
Michael Hughes
8/20/2008
John Todd Kline
5/31/2008
Todd Kubinski
10/11/2008
Paul W. Kuehl
10/11/2008
Eric LeBlanc
8/20/2008
Corey Lewandoski
8/20/2008
James Morrow
8/20/2008
John D. Olsen
1/19/2008
Craig Swanson
10/11/2008
J. Chris Taylor
8/20/2008
Christopher L. Workman
8/20/2008
Lake Superior Lodge No. 349
Peter Hughes
3/19/2008
Robert T. Kile
3/19/2008
Ian O. Luhm
1/19/2008
Justin M. Luhm
1/19/2008
Ryan Luhm
1/19/2008
Cataract Lodge No. 2 recently held its annual Heritage Festival and Awards Night at the
Minnesota Valley Country Club in Bloomington. Membership Awards were presented to several
60-, 50-, 40- and 25-year members. Shown here, speaking for the group of Brothers who
received their awards is Brother Michael G. Wahl, a Master Mason since 1948. Looking on from
the left is R. W. Brother Thomas G. McCarthy, Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of
Minnesota, and Cataract Lodge No. 2 Master Daniel Starks. Brother Michael Wahl is also the
senior Past Grand Monarch of the Grottoes of North America.
Golden Fleece has highway clean-up
Golden Fleece Lodge conducted its semi-annual road clean-up for the Adopt-A-Highway program on Saturday, October 11th. The weather was beautiful and the company couldn't have been
better! Photo credit goes to Robbie Brown, and those pictured are, left to right: W.B. Brad Winings
and family, Senior Deacon Ron Winings (front), W.B. Jim Curry (back), Sr. Warden Mike Ross, W.M.
Doug Brown, Secretary Stuart Busse, Andrew Ross, Brother Eric Filipek (back), W.B. Bob Holly
(front), and John Powers.
Plymouth Lodge makes food shelf contribution
On November 4, 2008, Plymouth Lodge No. 160 presented a check to Jan Monroe for the N.E.A.R.
Food Shelf in Crystal. Over the year, Plymouth Lodge No. 160 has raised $1,700 to donate to the
food shelf, and successfully secured a Matching Funds Grant from Minnesota Masonic Charities,
providing $3,400 overall to a very worthy program. MMC salutes Plymouth Lodge for their
commitment to their community. Left to right are Jan Monroe, N.E.A.R. Food Shelf Fundraiser;
Worshipful Brother Ervin Moser; Cal Monroe, President of N.E.A.R. Food Shelf.
The Minnesota MASON
November–December 2008