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Ladies Lounge“FRIENDSHIP FIRST”
TheGlen Innes Masonic Lodge Ladies
A newsletter for the Wives, Partners and Widows of Glen Innes Masonic Lodge No 44
April to August 2016 Edi-
2016 Installation Banquet
Immediate Past Master, W. Brother Eddy Turnbull with his wife, Gail and the newly Installed Worshipful Master Simon Kerry with his wife, Elizabeth at the Installation Banquet.
Ruth and Colin Lute
Jim and Sue Donald
Russell Long and Linda Maynard
Bill Hodder
Eddie and Gail Turnbull Simon and Elizabeth Kerry
The story of the Forget-Me-Not is not cited and some consider it to be folklore. The Blue Forget-Me-Not is worn today in remembrance of those who suffered
under Hitler and the Nazis. Source http://www.masonicnetwork.org/
Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis) means “faithful love,
undying hope, memories, do not forget and true love”
The name is Greek and means mouse's ear. Legend has it
that once a medieval knight and his lady-love were
walking beside a river. The knight held a bouquet in his
hands. Because of the weight of the armor, he fell into the
water. According to the legend, he threw the bouquet at
her shouting “forget-me-not” .
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“As Patroness of the Glen Innes Masonic Lodge Ladies
Group, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you,
and I sincerely hope you enjoy your time with us and
hope to see you on many more occasions”
Ruth Lute
Patroness
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The Glen Innes Masonic Lodge Ladies Group aims to provide
We are a volunteer, friendly support group for the wives, partners
and widows, of Glen Innes Masonic Lodge No 44.
We aim to support Glen Innes Masonic Lodge No 44 and we meet
monthly or whenever possible and at least once annually and
continue as a support group from year to year.
The Glen Innes Masonic Lodge Ladies Group also assists with
fundraising and other Masonic charitable activities.
Positions for Annual General Meetings are for the purposes of:
1. Official Business
2. Acquittal of funds
3. Description of activities undertaken
4. Contact and Information.
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Editorial GroupEditor-in-Chief - Elizabeth KerryEditor - Proof Reading - Christl HaronCreative Director - Gail O'Dell
Mrs. Ruth LutePatronessPhone: 02 67322650
Mrs. Christl HaronChairpersonHall Hire Co-OrdinatorLodge Management Committee Representative90 Oliver StreetGlen Innes NSW 2370Phone: 02 67 32 4291Mobile: 0414 232 539Email: [email protected]
Mrs. Elizabeth KerrySecretary/MediaPhone: 02 6733 2006
Mrs. Helen PriestTreasurer/Social Care
Margaret HazelwoodBirthdays and Public Relations
Mrs. Christine BaileyMember
Mrs. Gail O’DellMember
The ‘Ladies Lounge Newsletter’ is a publication of the ‘Glen Innes Masonic Lodge Ladies Group’ under the auspices of the ‘Glen Innes Masonic Lodge No.
Ladies Management Committee Members
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Message from our Patroness
Above: The Ladies Lunch Group do their best to support last year's "Movember" fundraiser! All Ladies made their Mo's !
♥ QUOTES ♥
To my dear friends,I wish to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation for the wonderful kindness, love and support that I received from my friends in the Lodge during my Birthday "week".
I also wish to thank the Lodge for the care and attention I received at the Installation Banquet. So much effort was put into the evening and I am always so thankful for the work done to make the Glen Innes Installtion Banquets so special.
I am looking forward to seeing you at future events throughout the rest of the year.
Kind regards,
Ruth
Ruth Lute
"It is better to be criticized by a wise person than to be praised by a fool.""A true friend is someone who reaches for your hand, but touches your heart.""The most beautiful curve on a woman's body is her smile"
We are a volunteer, friendly support group for the wives, partners and widows, of Glen Innes Masonic Lodge No 44.
We aim to support Glen Innes Masonic Lodge No 44 and we meet monthly or whenever possible and at least once annually and continue as a support group from year to year.
Our group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for a friendly social lunch.
The Glen Innes Masonic Lodge Ladies Group also assists with fundraising and other Masonic charitable activities.
The Ladies Group have formed a management committee which meets every month to discuss general business, allocate funds and donations, table correspondence and plan the Ladies Lunches and various raffles and fundraisers.
The group works closely with its members to ensure that Ladies who are unwell or in hospital know that we are thinking of them through a visit, card, flowers or phone call by our Social Care Co-Ordinator, Helen Priest.
Margaret Hazelwood is our "Birthday Girl" and so, if you happen to receive a hand made, original card for your Birthday, you can especially thank Margaret, who does such beautiful work on our cards.
We try to cover materials and ongoing-costs through our petty cash float. If you would like further information about attending one of our monthly lunches, receive a newsletter or notice of our special events, please contact
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About the Ladies Group ...Ross and Christl Haron
Gail and Richard O'Dell
John Bellette and Brian Haron
George Robertson-Dryden and David Renn
xox
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A man in your family is now a member of the Masonic Fraternity. He is a Mason and you are now a Mason’s Lady.
While you personally have not joined our organisation, there are certain things that might be helpful for you to know in the future.
At the same time, there are matters of general interest about your Mason and his new Fraternity that we think you would like to know.
When and Where did Masonry begin?The Fraternity of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons (A.F. & A.M.) is the oldest and most widely known fraternal organization in the world. It has its roots in antiquity and is directly descended from the association of “operative masons,” the cathedral builders of the Middle Ages, who travelled through Europe employing the skills of their craft. The organization, as we know it today, began in 1717 in England where the cathedral building was on the decline and the “operative masons,” or “free masons” as they were known, started to accept members who were not members of the mason’s craft, calling them “speculative masons” or “accepted masons.”
Freemasonry arrived in Australia with the First Fleet and the first Lodge opened in Sydney in 1820. Through out the world there are approximately five million Freemasons. Australia currently has a membership of 45,000.
What is the Purpose of Freemasonry ?The basic purpose is to make “better men out of good men”, better fathers, better husbands, better brothers and better sons. We try to place emphasis on the individual man by strengthening his character, improving his moral and spiritual outlook and broadening his mental horizons. We try to build a better world . . . by building better men to work in our communities.
Is Freemasonry A Secret Organization or a Religion ?The answer is NO. A secret organization is one which conceals its membership, has secret meeting places and of which the public has little knowledge regarding its organization or its principles. This does not fit the Masonic Fraternity at all. Our secrets are a very few in number and deal with methods of personal recognition, some details of our degrees and the privacy of each member’s ballot.Freemasonry is not a religion, although it is religious in
character. Every applicant for the degrees in Freemasonry must express a belief and a trust in a Supreme Being. Masonry does not take the place of religion, but stresses personal commitment, and involvement in the individual’s faith community. The Masonic fraternity encourages every member to attend and support the religion of his own choice.
What are the Degrees ?Lessons in Masonry are taught in three separate stages or degrees in our Masonic Lodges. The degrees, in order are Entered Apprentice (First Degree), Fellow Craft (Second Degree), and Master Mason (Third Degree). Each degree blends Masonic moral philosophy in a unique lesson that is intended to have a serious impact and influence on the man who receives it.
What are Masonic Aprons ?An apron was worn by Operative Masons to protect themselves from rough stones and tools.Presently, it is a badge of fraternal distinction. During his first degree, each Mason is given a plain white leather apron, it represents the white lambskin, a symbol of innocence.
What Do Masonic Symbols Mean ?The most widely recognized symbol of the Australian Fraternity is the Square and Compass. Members wear it to remind themselves of their obligation to the lessons learned in their Lodges, and to identify their membership to other Masons and all people. Masonic symbols have wide meanings, some directly related to the tools used by actual Operative Masons and some, represent the need for order and direction in life.
The Masonic LadyGlen Innes Masonic Lodge No 44
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TitleIn the years to come, it is reasonable to assume that at some time while you are accompanying your Mason, someone will address him as “Brother.” Brother is neither a sentimental nor familiar form of address, but is a title, a distinction and an honour, indicating that he has been recognized by another Mason.
Brother is a title dating back to ancient times and is used in place of Mister or a similar title to which one is entitled by virtue of his station in life. In Masonry, all men are equal, as no man is regarded for his worldly wealth or honour, and all distinctions are cast away.
When are Meetings Held ?Lodges meet in regular monthly sessions and on such other days as are necessary to conduct its business and ritualistic work.
Every Mason’s attendance is earnestly solicited, it is not intended that a Lodge should interfere with one’s regular vocation or duty to family, God, or country.
Your Mason has invested time and money in joining our Fraternity. We hope that you will approve and encourage him to attend regularly, and we hope also, that you, too, will join us whenever possible for the guest activities at the Lodge.
The Glen Innes Lodge meets on the 1st Thursday of each month, except in February when it holds it's Installtion.
Should I Contact Anyone when My Mason is Ill or Hospitalised In the event a member becomes ill, his Lodge would appreciate knowing. You may call the Master, Wardens or Secretary of the Lodge. Your Mason has joined an organisation which wants to assist him and you when in need, and we need your help to do that.
What Can Your Involvement Be ?You are encouraged to share in many social activities, parties, dinners, dances, tours, civic events, and charitable efforts of the Lodge. Non-Masonic friends and families may also take part in many Masonic programs. We hope you will be proud that your man has chosen to become a member of the world’s oldest and best fraternity. We welcome you as a “Mason’s Lady.” Source: The Mason’s
NSW & ACT Freemason Symbol
Please send your letters to: The Editor - 90 Oliver Street,
Glen Innes NSW 2370 oremail: [email protected]
We would love to hear from you ...Letters to the Editor are welcome...Help unite our Ladies by sending in snippits of information. Please let us know of Anniversaries, Births, Engagements, Marriages or special events. We must have your permission to publish names and details ... Thank You.
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♥ NOTICES ♥THURSDAY 5th MAYThe Glen Innes Masonic Lodge Open Night will be held on Thursday 5th May from 7.30pm The open night aims to raise awareness of the Lodge and provide information to interested men and their families.All Men and Women interested in finding out about our local Lodge are invited to attend. For further information, please contact The Secretary: email: [email protected]
TUESDAY 17th MAY - LADIES LUNCH AND BEADING DAY!May 2016 Ladies Lunch will be held from 12.30pm at The Central Hotel Dining Room, Glen Innes. After our meal, we will be making beading with crystals! The cost is $10.00p.p. Please RSVP Christl Haron on 0414 232 539.
If you have a physical disability, mobility, access or a spinal cord injury, contact SCIA New England:Glenda Hodges - 20 Murray Street, Tamworth NSW 2340 - T: (02) 6766 6422 - M: 0427 257 471
♥ DISABILITY ASSISTANCE ♥
The Masonic Centre Hall is available for hire. Seating and Dining available for up to 100 people. Full kitchen.Available for weddings, parties, meetings etc.Please phone Christl Haron for further information on 0414 232 539.
Glen Innes Masonic Centre
Hall Hire
♥ ANNOUNCEMENT ♥Christl and Ross Haron would like to announce the engagement of their second son, Hamish to Lauren Lasker-Turnbull, of Armidale.
JANUARY 1st Sylvia Kerr22nd Doris CoxFEBRUARY3rd Heather Wass11th Ruth Lute20th Christine Thomas27th Christl HaronMARCH12th Amanda Purvis25th Gail Turnbull27th Yvonne StrawAPRIL 19th Karen DustingJUNE9th Helen Priest20th Sue Donald23rd Barbara HaronJULY1st Cath Beehag2nd Mary Stewart20th Marg Hazelwood
Wishing you a wonderful Birthday !
♥ Happy Birthday ♥
Your Lodge would like to support the Glen Innes Salvos Winter Warm Up Appeal. Donations of clean, warm clothing in good condition, bedding and blankets are welcome. Please drop off your donation to Dr. Ross Haron's surgery, 29 East Avenue, Glen Innes by WEDNESDAY 18th MAY. The men will deliver all donations to the Salvos from the Masonic Lodge. THANK YOU.
♥ WINTER WARM UP APPEAL ♥
Photo Gallery 2016 Installation
To see more photos please visit our NEW WEBSITE: www.gleninnesmasoniclodge44.org Photographs by: Jim Donald.
Find us on Facebook!
Bill and Margaret Bottom
Sue and James Donald
Jim and Evelyn MartinPeter Davis & Shannon Cobley
Sylvia and Karl Toovey
Peter Campbell
The Gaukroger Family
Jodie and Jason Stewart
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Ambulance - Phone: 000
Crimestoppers7 days - Phone: 1800 333 000
Directory AssistancePhone: 1223
Domestic Violence Line Phone: 1800 656 463
Emergency Electricity and Interruptions - Phone: 132 080General Enquiries: 132 356
Fire Glen Innes: 02 6732 5379RFS - New England Team02 6732 7046
Glen Innes & District Community CentrePhone: 02 6732 1682
Hospital, Glen Innes Phone: 02 6739 0200
SESPhone: 132 500SES Glen InnesPhone: 02 6732 5102
In an Emergency or life threatening situation dial 000 (zero, zero, zero) or International Standard Digital Mobile 112 (one, one, two)
Police, Glen InnesPhone: 02 6732 9799EMERGENCY PHONE 000
GLEN INNES PHARMACIESGraydon’s Amcal ChemistPhone: 02 6732 3066
Timb’s PharmacyPhone: 02 6732 3016
Visitor Information CentreGlen InnesPhone: 02 6730 2400
Sender:Mrs C. Haron90 Oliver StreetGlen Innes NSW 2370
Layout, Design and Original Artwork is Copyright by*All About Art - Elizabeth Kerry Graphic Designand donated to the Ladies Lounge Newsletter.
Support the people supporting us!
TSG - The Shop in Glen 190 Bourke St Glen Innes NSW 2370.
Phone: 02 6732 2519.
Llangothlin Fuel StopW.J.Hodder & Sons
5232 New England Highway, Llangothlin 2365
Phone: 02 6779 1240
nThe Shop in Glen
The GREAT CENTRAL Hotel supports the Ladies Lunch Group with great
food and a comfortable environment!Address: 313 Grey St, Glen Innes NSW 2370Phone:(02) 6732 1966160 Church Street, Glen Innes 2370
Phone: 02 6732 2922Email: [email protected]: www.neml.com.au
New England Motor Lodge
The story of the Forget-Me-Not is not cited and some consider it to be folklore. The Blue Forget-Me-Not is worn today in remembrance of those who suffered
under Hitler and the Nazis. Source http://www.masonicnetwork.org/
Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis) means “faithful love,
undying hope, memories, do not forget and true love”
The name is Greek and means mouse's ear. Legend has it
that once a medieval knight and his lady-love were
walking beside a river. The knight held a bouquet in his
hands. Because of the weight of the armor, he fell into the
water. According to the legend, he threw the bouquet at
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“As Patroness of the Glen Innes Masonic Lodge Ladies
Group, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you,
and I sincerely hope you enjoy your time with us and
hope to see you on many more occasions”
Ruth Lute
Patroness
8
The Glen Innes Masonic Lodge Ladies Group aims to provide
We are a volunteer, friendly support group for the wives, partners
and widows, of Glen Innes Masonic Lodge No 44.
We aim to support Glen Innes Masonic Lodge No 44 and we meet
monthly or whenever possible and at least once annually and
continue as a support group from year to year.
The Glen Innes Masonic Lodge Ladies Group also assists with
fundraising and other Masonic charitable activities.
Positions for Annual General Meetings are for the purposes of:
1. Official Business
2. Acquittal of funds
3. Description of activities undertaken
4. Contact and Information.
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