Centurion Lodge of Mark Master Masons No.1804
Emergency Meeting
Saturday 19 August
Yet another early start for members of Centurion Lodge and their visitors to see the Advancement of Darren Smith at Fraternity Hall, Leigh-on-Sea.
The Lodge was honoured with an unofficial visit from the Provincial Grand Master, R.W.Bro. Terence D. Sheern, whom the members suspected had only attended for the fried bread.
The Ceremony was carried by V.W.Bro. David Garston, as their Worshipful Master, W.Bro. Andy Sylvester was enjoying the rugby in Dublin.
Although on an unofficial visit, the Prov.G.M took great delight in presenting the Lodge with the Grand Masters Keystone fund collar. Informing those present, that Centurion Lodge is the first to qualify for the collar in the Province, and thanked the members for their continued support of the MBF.
The Ceremony was carried out in a most excellent manner by David, with the signs being explained a faultless manner by W.Bro. John Finlay Dep.P.G.M ( the Lodge D.C.).
The Senior Deacons role was carried out by Peter Maloney who managed to smile all the way through the Advancement!!
Darren really enjoyed the Ceremony and is looking forward to becoming an active member of the Lodge and supporting it in the future.
Once the meeting was completed, 32 members and guests retired to the Festive Board, where the ladies at Fraternity Hall served up their first class full English breakfast.
The main event of the Festive Board was the presentation of the new Lodge furniture designed and manufactured by friend of the Lodge, W.Bro. Phil Richardson, Prov.Dep.D.C.
John Finlay thanked Phil for all the work that he had carried out, and then called the Secretary to read out a letter offering Phil honorary membership of the Lodge in recognition of his work.
Phil gladly accepted the honour, and was about to sit down, when he was called upon to give the response to the visitors.
Once the Festive Board finished everyone parted company, looking forward to their next meeting in January which will hopefully be a double Advancement.
CENTURIO RENATUS
The Lodge was honoured with an unofficial visit from the Provincial Grand Master, R.W.Bro. Terence D. Sheern, whom the members suspected had only attended for the fried bread.
The Ceremony was carried by V.W.Bro. David Garston, as their Worshipful Master, W.Bro. Andy Sylvester was enjoying the rugby in Dublin.
Although on an unofficial visit, the Prov.G.M took great delight in presenting the Lodge with the Grand Masters Keystone fund collar. Informing those present, that Centurion Lodge is the first to qualify for the collar in the Province, and thanked the members for their continued support of the MBF.
The Ceremony was carried out in a most excellent manner by David, with the signs being explained a faultless manner by W.Bro. John Finlay Dep.P.G.M ( the Lodge D.C.).
The Senior Deacons role was carried out by Peter Maloney who managed to smile all the way through the Advancement!!
Darren really enjoyed the Ceremony and is looking forward to becoming an active member of the Lodge and supporting it in the future.
Once the meeting was completed, 32 members and guests retired to the Festive Board, where the ladies at Fraternity Hall served up their first class full English breakfast.
The main event of the Festive Board was the presentation of the new Lodge furniture designed and manufactured by friend of the Lodge, W.Bro. Phil Richardson, Prov.Dep.D.C.
John Finlay thanked Phil for all the work that he had carried out, and then called the Secretary to read out a letter offering Phil honorary membership of the Lodge in recognition of his work.
Phil gladly accepted the honour, and was about to sit down, when he was called upon to give the response to the visitors.
Once the Festive Board finished everyone parted company, looking forward to their next meeting in January which will hopefully be a double Advancement.
CENTURIO RENATUS
R.W.Bro. Terence D.Sheern Prov.G.M, Darren Smith and V.W.Bro. David Garston
Visitors and Members
Centurion Lodge of Mark Master Masons No.1804
Installation Meeting
Saturday 8 July 2023
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ovince on Saturday 8th of July to Brightlingsea Masonic Centre for their Installation meeting.
The meeting started at 0930Hrs to allow those travelling from the South a little more extra time in bed. As is customary in the Lodge, tea and coffee was served before the meeting commenced.
The meeting was opened by the Worshipful Master, V.W.Bro. David Garston who welcomed everyone to the Lodges first meeting to be held in the North of Essex.
The first item on the agenda was to welcome 3 joining members, one being Vince Bull, who very kindly covered the Office of Director of Ceremonies, whilst our regular D.C was enjoying a short holiday in Venice.
The next item on the agenda was a presentation by W.Bro. Phil Richardson, Prov.Dep.D.C. The Lodge Deacons do not carry wands but instead Roman Gladitor swords, and Phil very kindly designed and manufactured two stands for the swords.
The gift to the Lodge was received with great applause and the W.M thanked Phil for his most generous donation.
The Lodge has several other unique Roman characteristics.
The Installation of Andy Sylvester then took place conducted by David Garston in an impecable manner, with all of the address's being carried out by Lodge Officers in fine form, with the Working Tools being presented by Peter Alexander a guest and friend of Andy's.Once the Ceremony of Installation was completed, normal business was resumed.
Once the Charity Steward's report was completed , the Lodge's treasurer, W.Bro. Peter Maloney ( who also doubles as the Provincial Charity Steward)surprised the Lodge by informing them that they had qualified for the Mark Benevolent Fund Grand Patron Diamond level , and asked W.Bro. John Stannard A.P.G.M to present the collarette to the newly Installed Master. John was somewhat taken aback by this request as he was not in attendance in an official capacity but as a visitor. He thanked the Lodge for all their tremendous support for both the MBF and Province with their donations.The Lodge is one of four in the Province with this level.
Once the meeting was completed 43 Brethren sat down to a full English buffett breakfast festive board.
This was the Lodges first visit to Brightlingsea Masonic Centre and the outstanding friendliness and service provided by the Centre and its members was outstanding.
It is due to the commitment and dedication of the members of the Lodge, that it continues to grow, espesially considering that 18 months ago, it was close to surrending it's warrant, and their last Installation they had 8 members. This years membership has now risen to 21,with an Advancement in January, with several more candidates lined up, and a banner dedication planned for April next year.
If you would like to join or visit this unique Lodge, contact their Secretary:centsec1804@gmail.com
They meet three times a year at Fratenity Hall, Leigh-on-Sea on a Saturday morning. Meetings in January, April and July.
The meeting started at 0930Hrs to allow those travelling from the South a little more extra time in bed. As is customary in the Lodge, tea and coffee was served before the meeting commenced.
The meeting was opened by the Worshipful Master, V.W.Bro. David Garston who welcomed everyone to the Lodges first meeting to be held in the North of Essex.
The first item on the agenda was to welcome 3 joining members, one being Vince Bull, who very kindly covered the Office of Director of Ceremonies, whilst our regular D.C was enjoying a short holiday in Venice.
The next item on the agenda was a presentation by W.Bro. Phil Richardson, Prov.Dep.D.C. The Lodge Deacons do not carry wands but instead Roman Gladitor swords, and Phil very kindly designed and manufactured two stands for the swords.
The gift to the Lodge was received with great applause and the W.M thanked Phil for his most generous donation.
The Lodge has several other unique Roman characteristics.
The Installation of Andy Sylvester then took place conducted by David Garston in an impecable manner, with all of the address's being carried out by Lodge Officers in fine form, with the Working Tools being presented by Peter Alexander a guest and friend of Andy's.Once the Ceremony of Installation was completed, normal business was resumed.
Once the Charity Steward's report was completed , the Lodge's treasurer, W.Bro. Peter Maloney ( who also doubles as the Provincial Charity Steward)surprised the Lodge by informing them that they had qualified for the Mark Benevolent Fund Grand Patron Diamond level , and asked W.Bro. John Stannard A.P.G.M to present the collarette to the newly Installed Master. John was somewhat taken aback by this request as he was not in attendance in an official capacity but as a visitor. He thanked the Lodge for all their tremendous support for both the MBF and Province with their donations.The Lodge is one of four in the Province with this level.
Once the meeting was completed 43 Brethren sat down to a full English buffett breakfast festive board.
This was the Lodges first visit to Brightlingsea Masonic Centre and the outstanding friendliness and service provided by the Centre and its members was outstanding.
It is due to the commitment and dedication of the members of the Lodge, that it continues to grow, espesially considering that 18 months ago, it was close to surrending it's warrant, and their last Installation they had 8 members. This years membership has now risen to 21,with an Advancement in January, with several more candidates lined up, and a banner dedication planned for April next year.
If you would like to join or visit this unique Lodge, contact their Secretary:centsec1804@gmail.com
They meet three times a year at Fratenity Hall, Leigh-on-Sea on a Saturday morning. Meetings in January, April and July.
CENTURIO RENATUS
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Vince Bull, Barry Coombes, Andy Sylvester,Colin Kendrick and Kev Bull
Andy Sylvester the newly Installed W.M wearing the MBF Diamond Lodge collar
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