February From the Secretary’s desk

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My Brethren,

 

Hope you’re first month of 2025 has treated you well!  As I learn the ropes of my new role as Secretary, you will observe that the 2025 dues were a bit tardy in getting mailed out.  At this point, all Brothers should have received your dues notices.  We have made them payable by QR code, which is on the notice itself.  Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

 

In addition, we have begun to have informal Past Master’s Meetings on the 2nd Monday of every month.  The next one will be February 10th, 2025 at 6:30pm with an officers rehearsal immediately following.  All Past Masters and Line Officers are encouraged to attend the meetings moving forward.

 

Finally, as Secretary, I am working on putting together new protocols and SOP’s for the lodge around various topics such as candidate interaction, officer duties and responsibilities, etc.  These are not meant to be the work of an individual member and should have input from all Brothers interested in doing so.  So if you have any ideas on how to improve our Lodge, please reach out.  Once drafts of each topic are available, I will share with the lodge for comment and feedback.

 

Fraternal Regards,

W:. Scott K. Parry

Secretary, Smithtown Lodge No. 1127

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February From the South

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I would like to start off by saying that the first- degree we performed at our last meeting, was impeccable. I like to give my thanks to Bro. Gleb who did the Marshall work for the first time at Smithtown Lodge. All of his placements of the brothers in their proper places were just like we rehearsed. That’s why, it is important to get out to the rehearsals, especially if you have a speaking part or a part in the actual degree. I want to also mention that Gleb did a great job with the working tools which again was his first attempt Performing this ritual piece at Smithtown Lodge. Last but not least I would like to give special thanks to W:. Bill Montzouts on an outstanding  performance rendering the ritual work of the first degree charge! In summing up I would say the work of the evening was some of the best I’ve seen in the district in a long time. I am not trying to be biased by that statement, but if you travel as much as I do, you see a lot of strange things. Be safe, my brothers and keep up the good work.

J W Stu Smith

 

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February 2025 From the West

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Brethren,

Happy ground hog day, well who really knows if we are going to have a early spring or not. We all need to show our support for an upcoming District Deputy visit. I would like to congratulate the new  masons completing their first Degree.

Let us embrace these opportunities with enthusiasm and continue building our fellowship and dedication.

Fraternally,
Edward Matuszak
Senior Warden

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February 2025 From the East

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Brethren,

As we enter the month of February, I want to take a moment to express my deepest appreciation for each of you. The energy and commitment you bring to our Lodge is what makes us strong, and as your Worshipful Master, I am excited to continue our journey together in the new year.

First, I want to offer my heartfelt congratulations to Vincent Buffolino, Dennis P. Mirante, and Michael Pyzikiewicz, who were initiated as Entered Apprentices  in January. We are proud to welcome them into the ranks of our craft.

• February 26th, we will complete their initiation with the presentation of the historical lecture for the First Degree, which was postponed from the degree. Let us all come together to show our continued support and celebrate their journey in Freemasonry.

• February 12th marks our annual visit from the District Deputy Grand Master, R:.W:. Robert J. Licata. This visit is a significant occasion for our Lodge, providing an opportunity to hear from our District leadership and engage with the broader Masonic community. I strongly encourage all brethren to attend, as your presence will make this event even more meaningful. This visit is a reminder of the greater Masonic family to which we belong, and it’s a time for us to reflect on the state of our Lodge and the progress we’ve made together.

Your attendance, participation, and commitment are what makes our Lodge strong. Let’s continue to work together to ensure that we make the most of the opportunities ahead.

Fraternally,
W:. William Hanson
Worshipful Master

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January 2025 From the South

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As the 2024 Masonic year comes to an end, we reflect on the accomplishments we achieved in the form of education from our master. Going forward into 2025. I’m really excited about hosting the school of instruction that will cover the floor work for upcoming degrees. Brothers, let’s make an effort for all of the offices to come out to the rehearsal and all of the brothers that have key parts in upcoming degrees to show up for all rehearsals. Smithtown lodge has a very good reputation for putting on excellent degrees. Be safe, my brothers and have a happy new year!

 

S W Stuart H. Smith

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2025 January From the West

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Brethren,

Happy New Year, Brothers! I am looking forward to an exciting and revitalized year ahead. We have a lot to look forward to, starting with the School of Instruction. Additionally, a First Degree is on the horizon, and we must also prepare for an upcoming District Deputy visit.

Let us embrace these opportunities with enthusiasm and continue building our fellowship and dedication.

Fraternally,
Edward Matuszak
Senior Warden

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January 2025 From the East

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Brethren,

Happy New Year to each of you! As we begin this new year, it’s a time for fresh beginnings, new opportunities, and renewed dedication to the values that make our Lodge strong. I hope you all had a restful holiday season and are ready to embark on another successful year together.

Looking ahead, January is an important month for our Lodge.We’ll kick off the year with a Masonic education session on January 8th, where our own Stu Smith will lead a school of instruction centered on the first degree. I ask that all members attend and participate in what promises to be an enlightening evening.

This couldn’t be more timely as for our second meeting (January 22nd), we will be conducting a First Degree with the addition of three new brothers to the Craft. Let’s all make an effort to show the new Brothers what Freemasonry, and more specifically, What Smithtown Masonry is all about. With that being said, I would like to see all involved officers and Brothers on January 13th and 20th ( both Monday evenings) for rehearsals.

Wishing you all a productive and fulfilling January, and I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming meetings and events. Together, let’s make this year one of meaningful progress and fellowship.

Fraternally,
W:. William Hanson
Worshipful Master

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