October 2023
St. John's Lodge No. 2A.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
www.stjohns-no2-de.com
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.
From The East
Brothers,
St. John's Lodge is off to a strong start! We have already started collecting toys for Bro Rev. Bill Downey and Chocolate
Night. Thank you.
On Saturday, September 16th, we held a Community Service Appreciation Day from 11:00AM to 3:00 PM. I special shout out to Karl Hitchens for his help with organizing it
and for being a driving force
for this event. Thank you to all theofficers and especially to PM Joe Schulze and PM Kyle Schulze
for again manning the grill...great job! We were able to feed over 70 first responders from 911 Operators in New Castle to
Wilmington Police. This event is a great way to show them our appreciation for what they do.
Our next event will be an outdoor movie night on Friday, October 13, 2023 starting at 7 PM at the lodge. This is a free family
friendly event. We will have popcorn, candy and drinks for all to enjoy. Bring your favorite lawn chair or blanket. We are
hoping the weather will cooperated, if not we will have it inside.
Hope to see you in lodge!!
Fraternally Yours,
W∴M∴ Stephane G. Sabourine,PM
Attest: Robert C. Wright
Secretary
W∴M∴ Stephane G. Sabourine,PM
Important Lodge Dates
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Officer / Member School of Instructions
Every Monday Night at 7:30pm
218th GL Annual Communication
Oct 9 at 8am
Family Movie Night
Saturday October 13 7:00pm
Union 7 Outdoor MM Degree
Saturday October 14 10am
Master Mason Degree
Wednesday October 18 7:30pm
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Saturday November 25 from 8am to 11:00am
St. John's GL Visit
February 24
Important Lodge Dates
October is Breast Cancer Awareness MonthOfficer / Member School of Instructions
Every Monday Night at 7:30pm
218th GL Annual Communication
Oct 9 at 8am
Family Movie Night
Saturday October 13 7:00pm
Union 7 Outdoor MM Degree
Saturday October 14 10am
Master Mason Degree
Wednesday October 18 7:30pm
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Saturday November 25 from 8am to 11:00am
St. John's GL Visit
February 24
Announcements
218TH ANNUAL COMMUNICATION – On Monday, October 9, 2023, the Grand Lodge of Delaware
will hold the 218th Annual Communication in Rehoboth Beach Delaware at the Atlantic Sands Hotel and Conference Center.
Registration begins at 8am and Grand Lodge opens at 9am. All members of Grand Lodge are encouraged to attend.
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT – On Friday, October 13, 2023, at 7:00pm, St. John's Lodge
will hold a haunted outdoor, family friendly movie night. Just bring a comfortable outdoor chair and we will
provide the popcorn, candy and drinks! If it rains then we will have it indoors. Come out and enjoy the fun!
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.
Announcements
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT – On Friday, October 13, 2023, at 7:00pm, St. John's Lodge will hold a haunted outdoor, family friendly movie night. Just bring a comfortable outdoor chair and we will provide the popcorn, candy and drinks! If it rains then we will have it indoors. Come out and enjoy the fun!
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.