Upcoming Events:
- August 14, at 12:00 PM — St. John's Lodge Visitation, Ladysmith
- September 04, at 08:00 AM — Pancake Breakfast
- September 06, at 07:30 PM — Stated Meeting
- September 12, at 08:55 AM — Breakfast - Charlestown Cafe
- September 20, at 07:00 PM — Special Meeting / Ritual Night
Past News Items:
Meet Jacques de Molay in Person!
Jacques de Molay will be visiting Alki Lodge
Alki Lodge # 152 presents at its September 6 Stated Meeting: Sir Knight Richard Kovak of Seattle Commandery # 2 performing the character of Jacques De Molay. This event should be of special interest to any DeMolay organisation.
This event is open to all masons and non-masons. It will begin at 7:30 PM.
Our Stated meeting will follow the presentation.
On August 13, 14 and 15, we will visit St Johns Lodge #21, our Sister Lodge in Ladysmith Canada.
We are proud of our school awards ceremony. It was well prepared by Bro Martin Monk, then enthusiastically received by the schools.
Our July 4th Picnic will be at Lincloln Park at noon.
At our June 21st Bikes for Books presentation we gave away bikes, which were of course received with enthuiasum. At our June 7th Stated Meeting. WB John Mulhall from St Andrews Lodge brought his passion for masonic education to Alki Lodge. He spoke on The Symbolism of the Enterered Apprentice Degree. Which was timely for our EA conferral two weeks later. Nonmason Brad Mitchell spoke on deep sea rescues in the early 1900s. Which included the drama of rescuing a top secret submarine at a depth of 400 feet. He even brought us an authentic diving helmet and lead boots to see and feel. Just as with WB James; an interest became a passion. Alki Lodge always appreciates visitors. We also enjoy receiving invitations. If you are hosting an event, please let us know.
From The East:
April Monitor Entry
Our last stated meeting was eventful. We balloted on three EAs. Presented a 50 year pin and the Hiram Award. VWB Dick Bish presented some history of masonic aprons and artifacts in the GL museum. The aprons that he displayed were interesting and unique. It was also our Past Masters Night. It was pleasing to be visited by some masters that hadn’t visited us for a while. In attendance was Past Master VWB Boyd Jackson. Who we hadn’t seen for sometime due to health issues. It was especially rewarding for me to see him again. As members we can all think back to a time before we were masons. We visited a lodge where we knew no one. Boyd was the Santa Clause at the Christmas Party the lodge held six years ago. The warmth and kindness he showed them, caught my interest. Enough so that it contributed to my first steps in Masonry. Now, as Master, it was moving to see him in my Lodge. As stated in our last issue, we will be having a Steak and Spaghetti Feed on Saturday April 3RD. Our visit to Mark P Watermans candlelight meeting was fun, as expected. Wednesday April 8th we will attend Wednesday Night Lodge in Tacoma. Our Bikes for Books and School Awards Programs are in good hands and moving along well. I urge members of the Lodges to make sure the ladies feel appreciated. Meals have been an integral part of masonry since the beginning of time. The ladies, through their effort , make them especially rewarding. Remember, we are a volunteer organization. Take the time to visit with them in the kitchen or elsewhere. They deserve it. Please visit us at any of our functions. Of course our stated on Monday April 5th. We would like to see your smiling faces.
News Items:
104th Installation
For 200 years prior to the presence of the automobile. Men would ride aa buggy or walk into their nearby town to attend lodge.
To mingle with other like-minded men. Men who hold the highest value. A central belief that we are to help others in need of our assistance.
Our kind, gentle work is quietly pursued without the need of praise or benefit.
Nearly everything in the world has changed (pause) but we have not. Our sincere motives have remained pure.
Our organization is very unique. Our old world language is rich with meaning. Through its use we are able to convey the highest level of friendship in our minds and hearts. Our bonds are legendary; our friendships lifelong.
Tonight, for the 104th time in the history of Alki Lodge we install those members chosen to lead us forward. To follow in the footsteps of those who have done so well.
