From The East

WM Williamson
Gary R. Williamson
Worshipful Master
2010

My Brothers,

We had a great turnout for our first Stated Communication of 2012. Canine Partners for Life, performed a live Service Dog demonstration showing what these highly trained dogs can do for people in need. Please see http://k94life.org/ for more information on this fine organization.

As we have done in past years, we will open early this month, complete Lodge business, close our Lodge and proceed to 818 N. Market St. to attend the Grand Visitation Ceremonies of Lafayette Lodge No.14. This is part of our on-going support of Delaware Lodges challenged by low levels of active membership. Join us for an interesting evening.

One of our plural members, Worshipful David Simkins has been hired to replace PGM William R. Stevens as Financial Director at the Masonic Home. I know David will be a strong asset to Highfield. Let us congratulate Brother Simkins and offer our full support.

We have received word from the Salvation Army that through our efforts in staffing the Bucket in from of Boscov's this past year, we raised $1,132.34. Thanks to all who supported this annual event!

The Lodge Officers have started practice on the Lodge of Instruction for the EA Degree as they continue the challenging work of advancing through the chairs. We offer our encouragement and thanks for their dedication.

Highfield, The Masonic Home needs our help. Funds are short and we need to take action. Most of the Highfield residents are Masons or the widows of Masons; our obligation is to support them. David Simkins will be calling a meeting of Lodge Liasons to provide information and ask for help. If you have ideas for providing financial support to Highfield, please share them with Rollyn Trueblood and me.

Attention all Birthday boys, come out and receive your special gift I have produced for you.

SO MOTE IT BE!

Gary R. Williamson, W.M.