Rising Sun Lodge #39

F&AM

Important Lodge Events

STATED MEETING

WEDNESDAY – MARCH 20, 2019

6:15 PM DINNER, 7:30 PM LODGE OPENS.

CORN BEEF AND CABBAGE

BY OUR SD BRO. NOLET

SPECIAL EVENTS

WEDNESDAY – APRIL 17, 2019

6:15 PM DINNER, 7:30 PM LODGE OPENS.

From the East

Firstly, I would like to thank you for your support at our installation of officers last month, it is always good to see brethren coming together with their friends and families to support the lodge’s activities and I hope to see that bond strengthen throughout the remainder of my term.

For those of you that were in attendance at our degree inspection, and especially to those who participated, I would like to thank you. The officer team and the ritual teams served the lodge admirably and the comments from the DDGL were mostly positive and indicated a candidate in that degree would have received a good experience. Ritual performance is at the top of my “to -do” list for this year and we are on the right path to meet that goal. As the year progresses there are several ritual workshops coming up in the district, one of which will be hosted by our lodge on May 21st. This is a great opportunity to learn from ritual performers across the district and I encourage all officers and members with an interesting in improving their ritual performance to attend these workshops during this year. Thank you all again for your work in and outside of the lodge, without you we would not succeed.

Sincerely and Fraternally, Tim Marotte W.M.

From the West Richard L. Johnston PM SW

Recently, we have had the sad task of bidding beloved Brothers “goodbye” as

they laid down their working tools and passed to the Celestial Lodge. It gave me the motivation to consider the entire Process and what it means to everyone. When a Brother passes, the family is of course saddened. But another effect is that they may feel the loss of the friendships that surrounded our Brother. If the family was also involved in Star, Rainbow, DeMolay or other bodies they sometimes struggle to find their new normal. By reaching out, we can help them to maintain that continuity of friendship, and take some of the stresses of daily life off of their shoulders. Our Lodge has a Special Ladies committee, chaired by Worshipful Marotte and including Bros. Peter Shulkin and Ken Ziehm PM. The mandate of this committee is to remain in touch with each Lady throughout the year to ensure they are not forgotten or have unmet needs. It is an important obligation we cheerfully discharge via special events, seasonal gifts, and the occasional calls or visits to ‘check in’. Those of us who have been involved with this program know that there is a deep satisfaction when a Special Lady expresses their delight that a familiar face remembers them and has their well-being at heart. It makes it easier for them to reach out when they are in need. As Masons, I encourage each of you to keep our Special Ladies in your thoughts, and to assist the Brothers of the Special Committee with developing new ideas, a helping hand, and your support when asked. A luncheon out, an invitation to a cruise or other semi-public event, or simply a phone call is always

appreciated. These are indeed very Special Ladies, and I assure you, it is time well spent.

From the South: John C. Woodrow JW

As Masons we all are called to attend Masonic funerals for our brothers. It is an honor to which every Master Mason is entitled. I would rather not go. It’s not ever easy, and there is always a concern that we’ll say the wrong thing or not know what to say when we speak to a mourning family, or a bereaved widow. It can be especially difficult when the Brother who has passed, is not only your brother but someone special in your growth as a Mason and a man. I never know what to say at funerals, “I’m sorry for your loss” seems so lame and impersonal as do most of the canned expressions of sympathy that easily roll off our tongues. What I have learned over the years however is that it doesn’t really matter what you say, what really matters is that you are there; present, and in the moment. What matters is you took the time to show up, risking that awkward embrace, that voice unable to speak, embarrassing tears, or a suddenly blank mind. What matters brothers is that we are there, standing tall, fully present, bearing witness to a Brothers passing, honoring his life, validating his principles and representing his values. There to say a final goodbye as our departed brother now moves on to live in that house not built by human hands forever in the heavens. So Mote It Be.

Elected Officers – Rising Sun 2019

Worshipful Master: Timothy Marotte

Senior Warden Richard Johnston

Junior Warden John Woodrow

Secretary Brian Smith

Associate Secretary Larry Gullett

Treasurer Kevin Bailey

Associate Treasurer Steve Bahsler

Trustee: Ed Waible

Grand Lodge Rep: Michael Tebbetts

Lodge Dues are $115 for Rising Sun, combined with the Assessments for 2019 totaling $55 this brings the total to $170. Note that dues are due prior to the ensuing year. 2019 Dues are due on or before December 31, 2018

Brethren we still have a significant number of members who have not paid their Dues.

If you need assistance, please contact the Master or Secretary

2019 ANNUAL DUES ARE PAST DUE

You may pay via check, or electronically via the Rising Sun Website. You may also make donations electronically for specific funds as well.

www.risingsun39.com

Happy Masonic birthdays- March 2019

	Brother	Years
Davis P. Thurber	70
Charles H. Farwell Jr.	68
Paul K. Geddes	63
Alton M. Hopkins	61
Roland N. Petersen	58
Gerald K. Classon	52
George D. Van Dyke	52
Richard C. Clifton	43
George J. Louzek Jr.	44
C. Wayne Libby Jr.	40
Robert G. Hampton	37
Maurice J. Cloutier Jr.	36
Robert A. Maffee	35
Thomas A. Maffee	35
Roger J. Pellerin	34
Carey L. Wallace	33
Paul F. Matthews	30
William M. Martin	22
Donald J. Campbell	20
Clement G. Hartley	20
William R. Kime	20
Raymond R. Russell Jr.	20
Guy R. Martineau	16
Kenneth E. Ziehm III	15

Installation of Worshipful Master Timothy Marotte and the officers of Rising Sun # 39 February 2019.

Have you been to lodge lately?

We would love to see you. If you need a ride to lodge contact one of your officers http:// https://risingsun39.com/officers/ (yes I know it isn’t updated yet it will be soon). We have a new line come support your brothers.

Also I left something off Feb. Trestle board I will attach it here.

Friendship and Social Enjoyment

In 2018 the brothers of Rising Sun Lodge visited John Albro Lodge. part of our annual exchange. On their way home Brother Guy Martineau’s car had a blowout. While fixing the tire a local resident of Machias stopped to help. After introductions are made both realize that they are brothers. Not only that but Brother Erik Guptill is to be installed as master of Warren Lodge in Jan of 2019. Brother Guy make a simple promise. To thank him for the help he’s coming back in January with a few brothers.

On January 12th, 13 Brothers from Nova Scotia and 7 Brothers from New Hampshire, came to visit Warren Lodge #2. We met our fellow Masons in Machais, ME. The new Brothers we met and made new friends is Masonry at its finest. A selfless act turned into a great event. If that’s not what Masonry is all about, then I don’t know what is.

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Rising Sun Lodge #39

F&AM

 

Masonic
Trestleboard

~
February 2019~

Important
Lodge Events

STATED
MEETING

WEDNESDAY
– FEBRUARY
20, 2019

6:15
PM
DINNER,
7:30 PM
LODGE OPENS.

LASAGNA,
CAESAR
SALAD,
AND
GARLIC

Special Events 

SATURDAY – FEBRUARY 2, 2019 INSTALLATION OF OFFICIERS. 2 PM, WITH HAM LOAF DINNER TO FOLLOW

WEDNESDAY – MARCH 20, 2019 6:15 PM DINNER, 7:30 PM LODGE OPENS. . If you need a ride to Lodge please contact the Master or Secretary

 

From the East

As I write this message it is January and I am preparing for our upcoming installation. I am honored and humbled by the decision of the brethren to elect me to the position of Worshipful Master and I look forward to serving my lodge. The top 3 officers of your lodge have been working on developing a 6-year plan and we are going to work hard to execute that plan. What the Wardens and I have devised is a plan to improve our lodge’s ritual proficiency, work more within the local community in advance of our upcoming bicentennial celebration, and to make meetings more engaging and interesting for our members.

I would like to thank the members of Rising Sun Lodge for your trust in me, and Past Masters for their continued support in the year ahead. I welcome any member of the lodge to come to me or any of the officers with suggestions; we are here to serve you.

Sincerely and Fraternally,

Tim Marotte WM Elect

 

From the West

As we enter February, Rising Sun will install a new slate of Lodge officers. I congratulate each one on their preferment, and know that each office is occupied by a Brother who is dedicated to their Craft. I
thought it would be informative to discuss what it means to be an officer. As was mentioned at our December Stated, ours is a ‘succession’ Lodge – meaning that once placed into line, the expectation is that each officer would advance to the next chair if so elected or appointed. According to our Lodge Bylaws, the term of each office is one year. Our Grand Lodge Constitution (Art. XIV.2) states that once installed, the Brother holds that office until replaced by another election, or by his death, suspension, or expulsion. It’s therefore important that to be considered as an officer, a Master Mason must be judged as to his ability to advance and be a successful Worshipful Master. Good future leadership is a difficult quality to measure, because there are many ways to lead and each person develops his own unique style. Identifying a successful potential leader is therefore more an art than a science and this is not an easy task, as every new Worshipful Master has discovered. While we all meet upon the level, our officers have additional obligations owed to the Lodge. Among them are attendance at all Lodge meetings, learning the ritual associated with their current office, as well as the next office to which they aspire. They will work hard to be ready to ‘step up’ within a few months of being installed, attend all Masonic funerals, special communications, and public events. and share their knowledge of our landmarks and customs. In short, their role is to support our Lodge, spread further Masonic light, and be an example of a
good Mason both within and outside the Lodge. Finally, I am confident that each new officer for the next year will serve our Lodge with distinction, skill, and pride. Congratulations, and I am looking forward to serving every one as your Senior Warden for the next year.

Rich Johnston, PM, SW Elect

 

From the South

I had the honor of attending two Masonic funerals this past week and have been reflecting on what we leave behind when we go to the Celestial Lodge above: how we will be remembered, what legacy will we leave when we are gone? It seems to me that it’s not going to matter how much wealth we have accumulated- we just leave it behind for others to spend and it’s also not going to matter what material possessions we have acquired, those will go to others or be thrown out. What we will be remembered, for will be our service to others. The lasting impressions we have made along the way, the help we have extended to others, a smile, a handshake, a ride, a visit, a call of concern, a warm embrace. You will be remembered for your generosity and what you shared of yourself with others. You ARE a Master Mason. Do you walk the talk or just show the ring and wear the pin? How will you be remembered?
John C. Woodrow, JW Elect

 

Happy Masonic Birthday to the following Brethren

Brother	Years
Roger W. Gaskill	68
Kenneth P. Blanchard	57
G. Raymond Palmer	50
Randy S. McMullen	35
Steven F. Maffee	33
David A. Barker	28
Shawn N. Jasper	28
William Luszey	27
Wayne R. Johnson	24
Anthony F. Phillips, Jr.	23
Gregory W. Chenevert	13
Matthew A. Stanizzi	8
Richard W. Dagenais	4
Joshua P. Baxter	3
Glenn A. Ruhl	3

I wish each of the above Brethren a very happy Masonic Birthday, and invite them to join us at Lodge this month, so that I may personally extend my hand and best wishes.

Timothy Marotte, W.M. Elect

Attest: Brian J Smith, P.M., Secretary

Lodge Dues are $115 for Rising Sun, combined with the Assessments for 2019 totaling $55 this brings the total to $170. Note that dues are due prior to the ensuing year. 2019 Dues are due on or before December 31, 2018

If you need assistance, please contact the Master or Secretary

2019 ANNUAL DUES ARE PAST DUE

You may pay via check, or electronically via the Rising Sun Website. You may also make donations electronically for specific funds as well.

www.risingsun39.com

Elected Officers – Rising Sun 2019

Worshipful Master: Timothy Marotte

Senior Warden Richard Johnston

Junior Warden John Woodrow

Secretary Brian Smith

Associate Secretary Larry Gullett

Treasurer Kevin Bailey

Associate Treasurer Steve Bahsler

Trustee: Ed Waible

Grand Lodge Rep: Michael Tebbetts

Rising Sun Lodge #39 F&AM

Masonic Trestleboard

~ January

Important Lodge Events

Stated Meeting

Wednesday – January 16, 2019

Business will include the annual meeting 6:15 pm Dinner, 7:30 pm lodge opens.

Special Events

master mason rehearsal

WEDNESDAY Jan 23, 2018

There will be a rehearsal for the MM degree inspection at 7:00pm. attendance is mandatory for all officers and degree team members.

master mason degree inspection

WEDNESDAY Jan 30, 2019

the ddgl will be visiting lodge to witness our proficiency in the master mason degree.

no dinner. lodge opens at 7:30pm.

installation of officers

saturday february 2, 2019

there will be a semi-public installation of officers for 2019 at 2:00pm, to be followed by dinner

Nashua & Other Masonic Family Dates:

Rainbow Stated – 1^s & 3^rd Thursdays

Nashua Assembly No. 9, International Order of Rainbow for Girls will meet at 7:00 pm.

Tuesday, January 8, 2019–Ancient York Lodge

Will hold its Stated Communication at 7:30 pm, to be preceded by dinner at 6:30 pm.

Friday, January 25, 2019 – O.E.S.

Pilgrim Chapter No. 55 will host its’ Annual Visitation of Grand Chapter. Business Meeting at 5:30, Dinner at 6:30 Visitation at 7:30 pm. Business will include initiation of a new candidate.

Saturday January 28, 2019–Valley of Nashua

The Scottish Rite Bodies, Valley of Nashua will hold their degree season kickoff. Social 5;30 – 6:30, followed by dinner.

From the south

My Brothers. I would first like to thank my Brethren for electing me to be your Senior Warden for the upcoming year. It is an honor to serve this Lodge, and I hope I will live up to your expectations.

With each election, a new Worshipful Master takes the reins, and rules the Lodge. The WM, SW, and JW have already met to create forward looking plans for the next 6 years. Among those plans are re-focusing on the basic tenants of Freemasonry, planning on an enhanced social program, more community outreach, increasing membership, and of course our 200^th Anniversary. We will have a busy 6 years, indeed!

One important emphasis for the next 2 years is to re-establish our Lodge’s reputation for sterling ritual. Our goal is to not only re-enforce the importance of the ritual as a framework for self-improvement, but also to demonstrate to others in the jurisdiction that they can rely on us to fill in when needed, and to travel when the opportunity presents itself. In the past, we were lucky enough to perform degree work in Nova Scotia, Maine, and Massachusetts – with dispensation, of course – and this created strong new friendships and unbreakable fraternal bonds. We always had a blast, and I hope that everyone who would like to participate in this effort will enjoy the same benefits that we enjoyed in years past. Our Lodge is capable of great energy, and this excitement boils over into every part of our lives outside the Lodge.

I am looking forward to serving our new Worshipful Master, and the Lodge. If at any time I can assist, or provide more light, please don’t hesitate to call on me.

Fraternally, Rich Johnston, PM, SW Elect

HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!

This time of year is important for many persons in setting goals and resolutions for the year to come. What kinds of goals have you set for yourself in the lodge? Is there a particular type of ritual that you would like to learn? Are you researching Masonic history to share with your Brothers? Is your goal to become a more active Lodge Member? Is there a non-masonic friend you have who might like to learn more about our great fraternity?

Of course most people don’t follow through on their resolutions and within a couple of weeks they are soon forgotten. But as a Freemason, whatever your particular goal or resolution might be, you have a great advantage; in our Fraternity there is always a trusty Brother waiting to assist you. Perhaps you will be that brother who will be asked to assist. One of our purposes is to make good men better. What better way than to assist a Brother in achieving a goal?

Adopted from Midnight Freemasons

Masonic Birthdays –January 2019

Brother Years

Donald C. Pickering 70

James A. Wood 62

Robert L. Clark 55

Frederick W. Pauling 47

Rodney J. Padmore 42

Malcolm R. Holden Sr. 37

Kurt E. Peterson 37

Dennis Webster 37

Richard L. Johnston 25

Jeffrey S. Stanley 25

Rodney D. Gagnon 22

Paul M. Haskell Sr. 22

Paul A. Sabol 19

Richard F. Hartford 18

Gregory A. Hackney 8

Happy Masonic Birthday to the following Brethren:

RisingSun Lodge #39 F&AM

From the East

Happy Holidays Brethren

For those of you who were not at the November Grand Lodge meeting you missed out on the presentation of the Jeremy Ladd Cross award to Worshipful Brother Rich Johnston. Please join me in offering Rich congratulations on receiving this high honor.

The annual turkey drive went very well and we delivered a lot of turkeys. Thanks to Brothers Larry Gullett, Bob Bianchi, and Rich Johnston for all of your hard work. The annual Thanksgiving dinner at the Lodge was well attended and well done, as usual. Thanks go out to Brother Larry Gullett and to the other Brothers who made this possible.

Lodge kitchen cleanup is coming up on Sat. Dec 15 at 8:30am, and we can always use a few Brothers. Many hands make work light.

We will be holding our annual election of officers for the coming year at our next Stated Communication on Wed. Dec 19. Try to be there and take part in the selection of officers who will lead your Lodge in 2019.

We will be holding the Master Mason degree inspection by our DDGL on Wed. January 30. In preparation there will be a rehearsal on Wed. Jan 23, at 7:00. If you want to take part, please let our SD, Brother Woodrow know ASAP. Both of these dates are mandatory for the officers and degree team.

Kenneth E. Ziehm II, W.M.

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The Holidays

HappyHolidays!!! Whether it is Merry Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa,what do the holidays mean to us? No matter what your personalbeliefs, I think we can all agree that it is a magical time ofyear, with beautiful decorations, and amazing light displays. Anopportunity to give gifts and spend time with friends and family. The warmth of season’s greetings serves to remind us all that thereis still good left in our world. Our simple greeting of “MerryChristmas”, or “Happy Holidays” shows others that we share inthe spirit of the holiday season. Let us not forget that this time ofyear can be very difficult for some. Whether it is due to financialhardship, departed loved ones, illness, or any of a number ofproblems that we all face in our lives, this can be a difficult timeas well. As Masons we value the tenets that we bring to our lodgemeetings and that we live in our daily lives. Brotherly Love,Relief, and Truth, the treasures of Freemasonry, are the foundingprinciples we all share. Let us be especially mindful of these tenetsduring the holiday season.

Important Lodge Events

Stated Meeting

WEDNESDAY Dec 19, 2018

business will include election of officers for 2019. 6:15pm Dinner, 7:30 pm Lodge Opens

master mason rehearsal

WEDNESDAY Jan 23, 2018

There will be a rehearsal for the upcomming MM degree inspection by the ddgl. at 7:00pm. attendance is mandatory for all officers and degree team members.

master mason degree inspection

WEDNESDAY Jan 30, 2018

the ddgl will be visiting lodge to witness our proficiency in the master mason degree.

first section 5:30pm, 6:30pm Dinner, 7:30 pm second section

Nashua & Other Masonic Family Dates:

Rainbow Stated – 1^s & 3^rd Thursdays

Nashua Assembly No. 9, International Order of Rainbow for Girls will meet at 7:00 pm.

Monday December 10, 2018–York Rite Stated

Meridian Sun Chapter No. 9, R.A.M., Israel Hunt Council No. 8, R.&S.M. and St George Commandery No. 8, K.T. will hold their stated communication at 7:30pm.

Tuesday, Dec 11, 2018–Ancient York Lodge

Will hold its Stated Communication at 7:30 pm, to be preceded by dinner at 6:30 pm.

Friday, Dec 28, 2018– O.E.S.

Pilgrim Chapter No. 55 will hold its’ Stated Meeting at 7:30 pm.

Masonic Birthdays –December 2018

Happy Masonic Birthday to the following Brethren:

Brother Years

Edward M. Annis 60

Jack H. Tottel 59

Samuel W. Kouchalakos 42

James F. McLaughlin 42

Jeffrey D. Alexander 24

George P. Brown 20

Norman J. Poisson 20

David J. Proulx 12

Robert S. Paul 11

Jay C. Taylor 10

Michael J. Marotte 9

Stephen W. Dohoney 5

Dominick L. Mandeville 5

DanielW. Leonard 1

I wish each of the above Brethren a very happy Masonic Birthday, and invite them to join us at Lodge this month, so that I may personally extend my hand and best wishes.

Kenneth E. Ziehm II, W.M.

Attest: Brian J Smith, P.M., Secretary

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Masonic Trestleboard

~ November 2018

From the East

Brethren

In the troubled world we live in today it is very easy to forget about all the good things we have in our lives. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, let’s all take a moment to reflect upon the numerous blessings bestowed upon us by our Divine Creator. With Monday November 11 being Veteran’s Day, we should also reflect upon the many sacrifices made by the brave men and women of our armed services. It is their precious blood that allows us to live in our great country, and enjoy the blessings of freedom and liberty, which it can be all too easy to take for granted.

We will be continuing our annual tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving at the Lodge on Thursday Nov 22 at 2:00 pm in the dining hall. It will be a magnificent turkey dinner with all the fixings. There is no charge and everyone is welcome. To ensure we will have enough food, please make reservations with RW Brother Larry Gullett. His e-mail is . You can also contact any lodge officer and they will pass along the word.

One final word Brethren; please remember to keep RW Brother Joe Beaumont in your thoughts and prayers as he is facing some current health issues. Let’s all hope and pray for a speedy recovery.

Kenneth E. Ziehm II, W.M.

Mobile: 603.315-1157

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Charity should be given because it is the right thing to do, not for thanks, praise or medals.

Kenneth E. Ziehm II, W.M.

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RISING SUN LODGE $100 FUND

Brethren

In last month’s Trestleboard we announced the establishment of the $100 Club. This is a fund set aside to help with the costs of celebrating the 200^th Anniversary of the founding of our Lodge !! That is quite an achievement, and one we can all be very proud of. For a donation of $100 you not only get to help the Lodge with this celebration, but you will get your name on a commemorative plaque to be displayed in the anteroom. You do not have to pay this all at once, but can do so in installments. There are further details and payment options available on our website: www.risingsun39.org.

2018 Annual Dues Is Seriously Past Due

2019 Annual Dues are due by dec 31, 2018

You may pay via check, or electronically via the Rising Sun Website. You may also make donations electronically for specific funds as well.

www.risingsun39.org

 

Important Lodge Events

Stated Meeting

WEDNESDAY NOV 21, 2018

6:15pm Dinner 7:30 pm Lodge Opens

Thanksgiving Dinner

Thursday, Nov 22, 2018

4th floor dining hall at 2:00pm. No charge and all are welcome.

Officer’s meeting / degree rehearsal

WEDNESDAY NOV 28, 2018

4^th Floor 6:30PM.

masonic veterans program

SATURDAY DEC 1, 2018

lunch at 12:00pm, program at 1:00pm.

masonic family christmas party

SATURDAY DEC 8, 2018

finger sandwiches, beverages, and an ice cream bar from 12 -3. santa arrives at 1:30. parents should bring an age appropriate gift for their child of up to $10.00 in value for santa to give out. Be sure to put your child’s name on the gift.

Nashua & Other Masonic Family Dates:

Rainbow Stated – 1^s & 3^rd Thursdays

Nashua Assembly No. 9, International Order of Rainbow for Girls will meet at 7:00 pm.

Monday December 10, 2018–York Rite Stated

Meridian Sun Chapter No. 9, R.A.M., Israel Hunt Council No. 8, R.&S.M. and St George Commandery No. 8, K.T. will hold their stated communication at 7:30pm.

Tuesday, Nov 13, 2018–Ancient York Lodge

Will hold its Stated Communication at 7:30 pm, to be preceded by dinner at 6:30 pm.

Friday, Nov 23, 2018– O.E.S.

Pilgrim Chapter No. 55 will hold its’ Stated Meeting at 7:30 pm.

Masonic Birthdays –November 2018

Happy Masonic Birthday to the following Brethren:

Brother Years

Allan M. Barker 71

Robert S. Mercer 71

Jesse F. Hall 67 Richard E. Gilson 60

Lewis H. Coronis 56

Stephen C. Norris 54

Earl S. Prolman 54

Robert E. Nicholson 52

Roland E. Miller 43

Reuben S. Streeper 40

Jon R. Widdowson 40

Kenneth E. Patterson 20

Jonathan P. Ramsdell 11

Robert M. Marotte 9

Adam P. Shrey 9

William S. Horn 8

Leonard L. Perkins 8

 

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From the East

Brethren

Your Lodge continues to be very busy as last month we had the privilege of welcoming our youngest Entered Apprentice.

We also held our Ladies at the Table event last Saturday. Thanks to everyone who participated. It was very well attended, and everyone had a great time. If you left hungry it was your own fault! Special thanks to everyone who helped to make this a very successful event – the cooking and serving Crew from Benevolent Lodge and other Lodges, the officers of Rising Sun, RW Larry Gullet, and of course, the wonderful women in our lives!

We will be visiting our brothers at John Albro Lodge this month. We will be leaving on May 24, and returning on May 27. We have a good sized contingent who will be traveling to the Great White North. If you are interested in joining us, it is probably not too late. You can contact myself, any Lodge officer, or RW Brother Larry Gullett for the details.

Thanks go out to everyone who helps to make things happen in our Lodge. There are many ways you can participate. Just ask myself or any of the other officers. We certainly need brothers on the sidelines, especially when we are initiating a new candidate. Remember without you my brother, there would be no Lodge. Hope to see you in YOUR LODGE soon.

Your servant,

.

Kenneth E. Ziehm II, W.M.

Mobile: 603-315-1157

Email: ken@harmony-re.com

 

A MASON’S WIFE

From active Masons, resolute,
Our wives and families we salute;
We surely know the price you pay,
Who sit alone while we’re away.

No high degrees on you conferred,
In Lodge, your name is seldom heard;
You serve our cause though out of sight,
While sitting home alone tonight.

Masonic papers list our names,
Awards are given, fit to frame;
But yours is absent…you who strive,
To keep our fortitude alive.

You’re part of every helpful deed,
On your encouragement we feed;
Without your blessings, how could we,
Continue acts of charity?

And so, this poem, we dedicate,
To every Master Mason’s mate;
And offer our undying love,
Rewards await in Heaven above.

Important Lodge Events

Stated Meeting

Wednesday, May 16, 2018

6:15pm Dinner 7:30 pm Lodge Opens

Grand Lodge

Saturday, May 19, 2018

Nashua & Other Masonic Family Dates:

Rainbow Stated – 1^s & 3^rd Thursdays

Nashua Assembly No. 9, International Order of Rainbow for Girls will meet at 7:00 pm.

Tuesday ,May 8, 2018–Ancient York Lodge

Will hold its Stated Communication at 7:30 pm, to be preceded by dinner at 6:30 pm.

Friday, May 25, 2018– O.E.S.

Pilgrim Chapter No. 55 will hold its’ Stated Meeting at 7:30 pm.

 

May’s birthdays

Brother Years

Mark A. Marden 58

Creighton L. MacKinley 56

Archie S. Mobley Jr. 54

The McCartneys 50

Peter M. Shulkin 49

Kenneth W. Juttner 40

Robert G. Bianchi 32

Albert R. Anctil 31

John W. Jackson 24

Matthew H. Hoffman 14

Robert P. Cate 12

Gregory R. Hovagim 12

Ryan B. Gartley 10

David O. Hunt 10

Jacon B. Weisberg 10

Brian M. Anderson 7

John B. Burns 5

Michael T. Rhodes 5

Alexander J. Woodrow 5

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From the East

Brethren

Last month we had the honor of raising 2 new Master Masons.  Both received excellent degrees, and I want to thank all of the people who stepped up to perform the degrees.  We are quickly coming up on yearly trip to Nova Scotia, and I would like to extend my greeting to any brother who would like to participate.

We will have a great time of fellowship and bonding with the Canadians and our fellow brothers.  We have dispensation to perform the FC degree for one of our current EA’s.  If you would like to be part of the degree team and our going to Nova Scotia with us , please let us know ASAP, so we can prepare the best degree possible for our candidate.  May 24, – May 27, 2018 is coming up fast.

 

If you want to carpool, that may be a possibility as well, but we need to know ASAP.

 

Your servant,

.

Kenneth E. Ziehm II, W.M.

Mobile: 603-315-1157

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Important Lodge Events

Stated Meeting

Wednesday – April 18, 2018

6:15 pm Dinner, 7:30 pm lodge opens.

Special Events

Wednesday – April 25, 2018

ENTERED APPRENTICE DEGREE

(IF ENTITLED)

LODGE OPENS AT 7:00 PM

Wednesday – MAY 23, 2018

EXAMINATION OF ENTERED APPRENTICE

CANDIDATE ON LESSON PROFICIENCY

LODGE OPENS AT 7:00 PM

Nashua & Other Masonic Family Dates:

Rainbow Stated – 1^s & 3^rd Thursdays

Nashua Assembly No. 9, International Order of Rainbow for Girls will meet at 7:00 pm.

Tuesday April 10, 2018 – Ancient York Lodge

Will hold its Stated Communication at 7:30 pm, to be preceded by dinner at 6:30 pm.

Friday, April 27, 2018 – O.E.S.

Pilgrim Chapter No. 55 will hold its Stated Communication at 7:30 pm.

Can you cook? Test your culinary skills by signing up to cook a Stated Meeting Dinner

Come join in the fun with a trip to Halifax Nova Scotia.

Departing on May 24 and returning on May 27^th

We will be visiting John Albro Lodge # 122 on Sat the 26^th with a dispensation to confer the Fellowcraft Degree on one of our Entered Apprentices

The cost of Hotel per room per night $120.00 +tax

Spouses are welcome.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE IS:

Car Pooling NH at 6am

Arrive Halifax at approximately 6pm

Site seeing or golf outing on Friday day time

Friday Night TBD

Saturday a.m. TBD

Sunday morning Depart Halifax around 7am

PASSPORTS ARE REQURIED

Self-booking reservations under group name Rising Sun Lodge

Comfort Inn 456 Windmill Rd Dartmouth NS

Phone number 902 463-9900

 

Masonic Birthdays – April 2018

Happy Masonic Birthday to the following Brethren:

Keith Vaskelionis Sr. 62

William R. Whitney 53

Ernest C. Hiscoe 48

Rollain E. Mercier 43

Robert E. Pelletier 26

Wilfred G. Caouette 25

Ronald P. Moody 25

Douglas M. Barker 20

Iouri M. Starosselski 20

Theodore F. Thompson 13

Thomas C. Rizzo 12

Vasilios P. Zaharopoulos 11

Timothy R. Marotte 9

Gregory R. Bean 8

Jon A. Rhan 8

Benjamin J. Langlois 7

David M. Denehy 6

Alexander L. Durden 2

Costin Barbu 2

I wish each of the above Brethren a very happy Masonic Birthday and invite them to join us at Lodge this month, so that I may personally extend my hand and best wishes.

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Masonic Trestleboard

~ February 2018~

From the East

Brethren

At our January Stated Communication we held our annual installation of officers. It was ably performed by our very own R.W. Robert M. Porter, Past Master and DDGM of the Second Masonic District – Second to None !!! Thank you Brethren for the confidence you have shown in me. It will be an honor to serve our Lodge for another year. Thanks also go out to all of the other Officers, Past Masters, and especially to you Brethren for everything you do to support YOUR Lodge.

The coming months will be busy ones as we are currently working Brothers through the degrees. We also have a visit coming up to our Brothers in the Great White North at John Albro Lodge. We will be leaving for Halifax on May 24 and returning on May 27, so mark your calendars.

We are planning on hosting a Ladies at the Table evening on Saturday May 5, 2018 at the Temple in Nashua at 6:30 pm. This is something that hasn’t been done in some time. It is similar to a table Lodge but spouses and significant others are invited to attend. This will be a fun evening of fellowship and will feature a prime rib dinner. The cost is $30.00 per couple, or $20.00 per person.

Hope to See You in Lodge Soon !!!

Kenneth E. Ziehm II, W.M.

Mobile: 603-315-1157

Email:

 

Elected Officers – Rising Sun 2018

Worshipful Master: Kenneth Ziehm II

Senior Warden Timothy Marotte

Junior Warden Richard Johnston

Secretary Brian Smith

Associate Secretary Steve. Bahsler

Treasurer Kevin Bailey

Associate Treasurer Larry Gullett

Trustee: Ed Waible

Grand Lodge Rep: Michael Tebbetts

Important Lodge Events

Stated Meeting

Wednesday – february 21, 2018

6:15 pm Dinner, 7:30 pm lodge opens.

Special Events

Wednesday – FEBRUARY 28, 2018

master mason degree if entitled.

first section 5;30 pm, dinner 6:30 pm, second section 7:30 pm.

Wednesday – march 28, 2018

tentative entered apprentice or fellow-craft degree if entitled.

lodge opens at 7:00 pm.

Nashua & Other Masonic Family Dates:

Rainbow Stated – 1^s & 3^rd Thursdays

Nashua Assembly No. 9, International Order of Rainbow for Girls will meet at 7:00 pm.

Tuesday, February 13, 2018 – Ancient York Lodge

Will hold its Stated Communication at 7:30 pm, to be preceded by dinner at 6:30 pm.

Friday, February 23, 2018 – O.E.S.

Pilgrim Chapter No. 55 will hold its’ Stated Meeting at 7:30 pm.

 

Come join in the fun with a trip to Halifax Nova Scotia.

Departing on May 24 and returning on May 27^th

We will be visiting John Albro Lodge # 122 on Sat the 26^th with a degree pending approval of dispensations

The cost of Hotel per room per night $120.00 +tax

Spouses are welcome.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE IS:

Car Pooling NH at 6am

Arrive Halifax at approximately 6pm

Site seeing or golf outing on Friday day time

Friday Night TBD

Saturday a.m. TBD

Sunday morning Depart Halifax around 7am

PASSPORTS ARE REQURIED

Self-booking reservations under group name Rising Sun Lodge

Comfort Inn 456 Windmill Rd Dartmouth NS

Phone number 902 463-9900

 

It was voted on during our September Stated Meeting that Lodge Dues will be going up to $110 for Rising Sun, combined with the GL Assessments for 2018 totaling $57 this brings the total to $167. Note that dues are due prior to the ensuing year. 2018 Dues is due on or before December 31, 2017

2017 Annual Dues Is Seriously Past Due

2018 Annual Dues is Past Due

You may pay via check, or electronically via the Rising Sun Website. You may also make donations electronically for specific funds as well.

www.risingsun39.org