November 2023

St. John's Lodge No. 2
A.F. & A.M.

P.O. Box 409
1406 Wilmington Road
New Castle, Delaware 19720
(302) 328-9303

Regular Communication Every
2nd Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.

Except July and August


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Stated Communication

Dress Code

This year I am supporting Bro Rev. Bill Downey and Chocolate Night. Bro Rev. Bill Downing and his wife, Marty, work with local churches to identify families without the financial means to provide a Christmas for their children. These families fall between the cracks. They make too much money to qualify for or get assistance but not enough to be able to provide gifts during the holidays.
So that means if you want to ditch the jacket and tie at our stated communications, you must bring a toy, gift card or cash donation.


** NOTICE NOTICE **
Prior to our regular communication, there will be a meeting of all grand lodge members and wardens at 7:15 pm. Take due notice and govern yourselves accordingly.

From The East

Past Masters, Officers,
Members and Brothers,

Another fantastic month has passed, and masonry, fellowship and fun prevailed. St. John's had another successful event with our outdoor movie night. 20+ movie goers came out and enjoyed the evening with popcorn and theater candy while watching the new Disney Haunted Mansion. As always, thanks for all the help and support...can't do it without all of you.

And just like that summer is over, Fall is here, with old man winter making his approach. November kicks off the holidays with the thought of giving thanks for all that we have. It is also a time to think of those less fortunate, those who have lost loved ones or those in need of assistance. As charity and community service are fundamental to Freemasonry, this is a good time to look for ways to serve. This is also a good month to consider your obligation to your lodge and catch up on activities and projects that you may be able to help out with. Come out and support new brothers at their raising, assist current brothers with maintenance and upkeep, and make sure you are up to date with your dues.

** OFFICIAL NOTICE **
At our next meeting we will be discussing the possibility of another lodge merging with St. John's no. 2. We will have an open discussion and establish a committee to explore the possibility.

Hope to see you in lodge!!

Fraternally Yours,
W∴M∴ Stephane G. Sabourine,PM

Attest: Robert C. Wright
Secretary

Important Lodge Dates

Officer / Member School of Instructions
Every Monday Night at 7:30pm

Ionic #31 GL Visit
Nov 2 at 7:30am

Vet Cemetary Flag Placement
Nov 3 at 8:00am

GL School of Instruction
Nov 4 at 8:30am

Harmony #13 GL Visit
Nov 16 5pm

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Nov 25 8am

St. John's GL Visit
February 24

Announcements

IONIC #31 GRAND LODGE VISIT – The Grand Lodge of Delaware will visit Ionic Lodge #31 on November 2, 2023. Contact WM Skinner for more information.

GRAND LODGE EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP – On Saturday, November 4, 2023, the Grand Lodge of Delaware will hold the first Grand Lodge Educational Workshop of 2023. This workshop is open to all Master Masons who wish to know more

announcements continued...
about ritual, Grand Lodge Code and various Masonic rituals. Free breakfast at 8 am. Workshop starts at 9:00 am sharp, and concludes promptly at noon. Lunch will be available at the conclusion from the Job's Daughters for a small donation. Dress code: Casual (No shorts)

FLAG PLACEMENT – Delaware Freemasons will be gathering on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 8:00am, at the Delaware Verterans Cemetary to place flags at the gravesites. There are many flags needing to be placed and your help is needed. Delaware Veteran's Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear DE 19701.

LEWES POLAR BEAR PLUNGE – The Lewes Polar Bear Plunge will take place on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at 1:00pm, Cape Henlopen State Park. Delaware Freemasons will be camping and gathering to make the plunge! Plan to meet at sites C17 and C19. Food and fellowship will follow at this campsite. If you don't want to plunge, you can still make a donation. All donations will support Special Olympics of Delaware.

GRAND LODGE VISIT – The Grand Lodge Visit for St. John's lodge will be on February 24, 2024. Mark the date on your calendar. More info will be communicated when it becomes available.

FROM THE SECRETARY – There are still several brothers that have not paid their 2022 dues as of yet. If you do not have a 2022 dues card in your wallet, then you are most likely one of the aforementioned brothers. Contace the secretary if you are unsure.

FACEBOOK – St. John's Lodge has a Facebook page which enables us to spread some announcements and pictures pertaining to the lodge faster. If you have a Facebook account, "Like" us to get informed quicker!

ASSISTANCE – Please notify us if you know of any member who is ill or in need of assistance.

GOOD OF MASONRY –If any Brethren have anything to offer for the good of masonry for future issues of the Trestle Board, please emailW∴M∴Steve Sabourin, PM

NEED A RIDE? – As always, if you need a ride to the lodge, please call any officer. It would be our pleasure to pick you up and take you home.

For all events and fundraisers please contact any officer for more information and tickets.