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From the Desk of the Secretary - May 2019
Calendar Schedule
5 May – SR Team practice
8 May - Executive Committee meeting/3dt practice
15 May – LOP & Consistory meeting after ring ceremony
19 May – 33° team practice
26 May – KCCH team practice
Patent & Ring Ceremony
On 15 May, the Valley will have a ring and Patent presentation ceremony for the 30 March reunion class of new members. There will be a covered dish meal at 6:30 PM followed by the ceremony in the dining room that is open to friends and family. The regular membership meeting will follow in the Lodge room at 7:30 PM.
Ceremony of Remembrance and Ceremonial of Renewal
The open to all Ceremony of Remembrance and Ceremonial of Renewal held on 17 April was a success with outstanding performances by the cast members. A special thanks to Honorable Zachary Holmes, 32° KCCH for directing and heading the cast compose of: Brother Daniel Robinson, 32°; Honorable James Pilson, 32° KCCH; Brother Alan Davis, 32°; Illustrious John Dijt, 33°; Honorable Paul Mann, 32° KCCH; and Honorable John Hall III, 32° KCCH
Member Communication & Attendance
We have had complaints that some members do not receive anything other than the Scottish Rite Journal and dues notices. As communications between members and the Valley is a two-way street, we submit those members do not keep in touch. That is one of the reasons why we have a web page on-line and have sent emails and letters. It’s a shame those members cannot or will not attend Valley functions. Please spread the word to members who you know about out plight. Thank you.
William J Loerch, Secretary
Email:secretary@mgmyaasr.com
From the Desk of the Secretary - April 2019
Calendar Schedule
5 Apr – Alabama Foundation meeting
7 Apr – SR Team practice
10 Apr - Executive Committee meeting/3dt practice
14 Apr – 33° team practice has been cancelled
17 Apr – Grand Masters meeting 9:00 AM
17 Apr – Maundy/Thursday celebration
21 Apr – SR Team practice
28 Apr – KCCH team practice
Welcome new Members
Welcome to the 8 new Valley members that were in the 30 March 2019 class reunion. They are needed and would like for them to participate in Valley functions.
Maundy/Thursday
On 17 April, the Valley will have the annual Maundy/Thursday recognition of members who have passed to the Greater Beyond; followed by the Ceremony of Remembrance; followed by a meal; followed by the Ceremonial of Renewal. Between the two ceremonies, the Chapter of Rose Croix is the only time of the year when that body is closed, otherwise that body is at refreshment instead of being closed.
Member Outreach
The Personal Representative has challenged each of us to contact three members that have not attended meetings lately to ask them to participate in functions of the Valley.
Honors Days
At 10:00 AM on 21 September, Montgomery will host the 33rd degree ceremony. (Open to 33° Scottish Rite Masons only.)
At 9:00 AM on 26 October, Montgomery will host the KCCH degree ceremony. (Open to all friends and family.)
At this time, no lunch or banquet is planned for either day, hotel reservations have not been made, and registration is not required. A Hospitality Room will have finger foods and drinks in the dining area on both days.
William J Loerch, Secretary
Email:secretary@mgmyaasr.com
From the Desk of the Secretary - March 2019
Calendar Schedule
3 Mar – SR Team practice
10 Mar – 4th Degree Team practice
13 Mar - Executive Committee meeting/3dt practice
17 Mar – 33rd degree team practice
20 Mar – LOP & Consistory meetings
24 Mar – KCCH team practice
30 Mar – Class Reunion
31 Mar – DeMolay
Reunion
Currently, we have no new petitions for the 30 March 2019 class reunion. If you know of any Mason who desires to participate, please get a petition to this office as soon as possible. Remember, we will cancel the class if we do not have at least 5 petitions.
Maundy/Thursday Celebration
Next month (17 April 2019) we will observe the Maundy/Thursday celebration in lieu of a regular LOP meeting. All, including family and friends. are invited as it is an open affair. A meal, furnished by the Valley, is scheduled between the ceremonies.
33° & KCCH Honors
The KCCH degree team and the 33rd degree team are practicing with great results. The Alabama SGIG, Illustrious Jamie Smith 33°,
has scheduled two days for the Honors ceremonies:
10:00 AM on 21 September we will host the 33rd degree ceremony.
9:00 AM on 26 October we will host the KCCH degree ceremony.
At this time, no banquet is being planned for either day, and hotel reservations have not been made.
William J Loerch, Secretary
Email:secretary@mgmyaasr.com
From the Desk of the Secretary - February 2019
Calendar Schedule
3 Feb - SR Team practice
13 Feb - Executive Committee meeting/3dt practice
17 Feb - 33rd degree team practice
20 Feb - LOP & Chapter meetings
24 Feb - KCCH team practice
Monthly Study Group
Due to lack of attendance, the Masonic Study Group that met on the 1st Wednesday of the Month has been canceled for the remainder of the year.
SR Team Practice
The 3rd Sunday of each month schedule for February to September 2019 has been changed from SR Team practice to a 33rd degree Team practice. If there is a need for a SR Team practice on that day, it will be held in the dining room. The 3rd Sunday of each month (October to December 2019) will be a SR Team practice.
Event Attendance
Please attend our Valley functions, they are listed in the web calendar and on the Lodge room entry wall. We are in dire need of attendance at all Valley functions.
William J Loerch, Secretary
Email:secretary@mgmyaasr.com
From the Desk of Secretary - January 2019
Calendar Schedule
2 Jan - Study group/Degree instruction
6 Jan - SR Team practice
9 Jan - Executive Committee meeting/3dt practice
16 Jan - LOP & Council meetings
20 Jan - SR Team practice
Dues and Suspension for non-payment
As of 31 December 2018, we suspended 39 members for non-payment of 2 years dues. If you know any suspended member, please let them know that they may reinstate any time for one-year dues of $100.00
2019 Officers
Our congratulations to the new 2019 Officers that have started their duties and need your support.
Please attend our Valley functions, they are listed in the web calendar and on the Lodge room entry wall. Have you any idea of how to increase attendance at our monthly meetings? We hoped the education portion would help. It has increased participation and discussions about the degree that is presented. Any suggestion will be accepted and is solicited.
William J Loerch, Secretary
Email:secretary@mgmyaasr.com
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