Page 16 - Essex Mason Issue 85

Young Freemasons
Essex Cornerstone Lodge

ranted by the M.W The Grand Master, backed by the Provincial Grand Master of Essex, Rodney Lister Bass OBE and
Gagreed by the Essex Provincial Grand Stewards’ Lodge No. 8665, the Lodge will be consecrated on Saturday the 2nd
March 2019.
Essex Cornerstone Lodge aims
Provide a gathering place for past & present members, who are
already part of a working Lodge, giving familiar surroundings
and an added sense of belonging. Increase Masonic education &
experience of all present and past club members.
Create a fun, young and vibrant lodge, offering different experiences to those that progressive/
working lodges could offer, and allowing past members to have a strong link to the club in Book
perpetuity. Now!
Encourage and support young Masons in their masonic journey, promoting early involvement
in their Lodges and the Craft generally. ‘I’ve been Patron of the Essex Cornerstone Club since
it began. I’ve watched the club grow to become the foundation for so many young Essex
Freemasons in that time.
“I’m extremely proud to see
Corn is scattered during a Lodge being formed for the
the ceremony as a club members, past and present,
symbol of Plenty and and I cannot wait to be part of
Consecration
the
wonderful
Abundance ceremony’’ - Deputy Provincial
Wine is poured during Grand Master and Essex www.essexcornerstone.com/lodge
the ceremony as a symbol Cornerstone Club Patron V.W. Booking Deadline 18th February
of Joy and Cheerfulness Bro Paul Reeves. Don’t be disappointed
Lewis at Belmont Lodge 9623

elmont Lodge No. 9623 celebrated a “first” on 15th January this year. W.Bro. Phil
BSmith-Jones (left) installed his son, W.Bro Oliver in to the chair of King Solomon.
Records show that this was the only occasion a father has initiated, passed, raised and
installed his son within the history of the lodge.
34 members and their guests enjoyed a wonderful Burns Night themed festive board,
where W.Bro Graeme McCormack addressed the haggis to the dulcet tones of a bagpiper.
APGM W.Bro John Davies was in attendance and addressed the assembled throng after
W.Bro Phil sang the Master’s Song. W.Bro Ollie is an active member of Cornerstone and
engaged in the initial stages of founding a Cornerstone Lodge

Ashingdon Lodge 9026

A unique occasion at Ashingdon Lodge 9026 when W.Bro. John Berwick initiated
his son Bro. John Berwick Jr. into Freemasonry with the assistance of his brother,
Bro. Robert Berwick who is the Lodges Junior Warden, which was witnessed by
nearly 50 members and guests at Rochford Masonic Hall.

Cornerstone
Growing in numbers Glass of Beer
Cornerstone Tankard

We have produced a wonderful
glass tankard with the
Cornerstone logo which we
left as a special gift to all those
present at our anniversary dinner in
January. If you were unable to attend but would like to get
hold of one of these fantastic keepsakes, you can order
online here for just £8 and collect at one of our next events!
Leigh on Sea Lodge no. 4708, continues what has now been a five year
programme of 3rd and 1st degrees at every meeting. November 2018 Founding President James Tyrrell, and
was no exception allowing the Lodge’s strong line up of lay brethren to the APGM, Peter Hollingsworth, both
once again to show what they can do under the leadership of W.M. Gary
Soars. agree they are great for enjoying the
Provincial Craft beer too!
The meeting started with an outstanding 3rd Degree for Bro. Callum
MacIsaac. After a quick pit stop with tea and biscuits, the ceremony PLEASE NOTE THIS ITEM IS COLLECTION ONLY
continued with new initiate Michael Tremere. The ritual was delivered in
an excellent manner with the preparation address being delivered by Bro.
Riyad Cajee,
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