Worshipful Master's Message
Brethren,
Peace unto you and welcome to the next Masonic year at St. John’s Lodge No. 2.
Since my son and Brother Tom Atkinson is getting married this September, I think of this
as the "Wedding Year". It is, therefore, most appropriate that you will find some things old,
some things new, some things borrowed and many things blue this year. First, let us try
something new by starting off with a dinner prior to the opening of Lodge. Past Master
Walt Wonchoba told a candidate that the fellowship and breaking of bread was one of the most
important parts of the fraternity. So, we will start off by having an Italian dinner beginning
at 6:30 PM. Please confirm with me that you will attend the dinner. Throughout the year, we
will have other new events and opportunities for the Brethren, so make sure you attend to be
part of it all.
Second, please visit our website
www.stjohns-no2-de.com for additional information, advanced
notice of the trestleboards, and great Masonic links. Although "old", our webmaster, PM Dave
Parker has totally revamped the website and we have a new look. If you have access to a computer
or visit the library but do not have an email address, contact our webmaster, PM Dave Parker and
he can set you up with a FREE email account. For something borrowed, we will borrow a bit of
the dedication ritual to dedicate the paver blocks which enhance the historic marker that adorns
the front of our building. The blocks are due to ship on September 21st and, I hope they can be
received and in place for our Stated Communication in October.For something blue, always remember
your blue lodge. By way of remembrance, all the Masonic birthday celebrants will receive the blue
"forget-me-not" pin. This month there are 544 years of Masonry listed. Throughout the year, there
will be additional "blue" items to obtain or purchase. May the Great Architect of the Universe
grant and bless you with harmony in all parts of your life, both now and forevermore.
Fraternally yours,
Herb Atkinson
Worshipful Master