We do this out of love and practice it in how we live and through programs we support. Chuck Huffman, Chairman, at 608-378-3325 or 608-315-0056 or trkhuff@aol.com, or Rolf Kurandt, Sec.-Treas. from Leadership seems to be a very popular topic these days. Table Lodge ceremonies will commence at 7:30. Please RSVP by Friday 2/24. We will be once again holding our Game Feed to benefit our scholarship fund. Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates. Wuehr, 212 W. Alta Circle, Thiensville, WI 53092. invited and encouraged to attend. Received Traveling Gavel from Waterloo Lodge, On Monday 2/23 Waterloo Lodge Delivered the Traveling Gavel To Columbus Lodge. $20 with all proceeds going to Shriners Childrens Hospital Chicago. See story on page 3. 265, asked me to re-obligate the lodge in the MM de-, gree at the September meeting. The meeting, held at 2322 E. Milwaukee St in Janesville, WI 53545-2145, starts at 7:00pm. Included in these programs are help for families of our deployed military, scholarships, support for youth, medical research, children's hospitals, and our Honored Ladies. AUGUST 2 Shawano Lodge No. 22 Zor Madison Scottish Rite Golf/Dinner Outing, Kestrel Ridge Golf Club, Columbus. Please do NOT send Paypal payments to the above address! Friday: registration: 1:00 p.m.; activities followed by 8:30 p.m. talent show. Editor at The Wisconsin Masonic Journal United States. Rain date Aug. 5. The Whence Came You? Podcast, a Masonic podcast with an average global reach of two hundred fifty thousand listens per episode, held a Masonic essay contest in late 2022. EVEN BETTER 30 seconds Come for golf and/or dinner. Join to connect The Wisconsin Masonic Journal. Jefferson County #9, in Jefferson, Wisconsin, holds bi-monthly Stated Communications on the first and third Monday of the month. World War I interrupted the plans for a new Temple. Photos and finger prints are not required in WI but are required for the UT application. of Wisconsin All Rights Reserved. Law, the Masonic Center is an official state and local landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Dedication ofWisconsinMasonicHeritage Center at 2:00 p.m. 7 MasonicBrotherhood Council, Longest Breakfast (Tea) - Joint Worldwide MasonicCelebration, 8:30 a.m. 301 Wisconsin Avenue is 1077-0410 . See story on page 19. The annual chili cook-off was a huge success. Dress for the evening is blue jeans and polos. Cost is. This will be a practice for the EA degree. Masons serve all humankind through fraternal and charitable opportunities found within the Masonic Family. Charles E. Whelan, Past Grand Master, delivered the address. Masonic Journal - Freemasons of Wisconsin. p.m. Buffet style meal, $20 per person. Copy this YouTube linkhttps://yout Crawfish Boil 2023 was a great event. Hosted by the Tripoli Scottish Highlanders since 1973. We believe in the principles of personal responsibility and morality, encouraging each member to practice in his daily life the lessons taught through symbolic ceremonies within the lodge. Masons, this should serve as a good reminder since you have been through them. On the morning of the big Wisconsin-Michigan, game, he challenged me to a wager that if Michigan won, I would, have to post on Facebook a picture of myself wearing a Michigan, "Go Blue" cap, and if Wisconsin won, he would have to post one of, himself wearing a Badger cap. there has been so much nonsense said about it, but this was an unusual circumstance in that her, husband was interested in becoming a Mason, and this was a home visit. The, woman who was attacking Freemasonry had many objections to, nearly every aspect of the fraternity, and her husband who was there, said little throughout her diatribe. Year; Issue:pp-pp. The best source for news, analysis, sports and features coverage in Madison, Wisconsin and surrounding areas. 25 Third Annual Sportsmen's Shoot, Camp Douglas Lodge No. The meeting, held at 301 - 1st Center Ave in Brodhead, WI 53520, starts at 7:30pm. This question was asked on a social media site, and the answers might, or might not surprise you. 1843 Stated Communication, 9:00 a.m. coffee, 10:00 a.m. meeting, Henry S. Baird Lodge No. However, feeling the numerous pressures that most Masonic organizations are experiencing, The Masonic Stamp Club of New has announced it will cease operations for the club and its publication at the end of 2016. Contact the lodge to determine the purpose Waucoma #90, in Evansville, Wisconsin, holds a monthly Stated Communication on the third Thursday of March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. 13 Milwaukee Valley Scottish Rite, Teddy Bear Classic Golf Outing, Muskego Lakes Country Club, 14020 Loomis Rd, Muskego. However, according to Brother Alphonse Cerza writing for the Masonic Service Association, a thorough investigation of this statement was made by Brother W. J. Chetwode Crawley . Contact Paul Hallingstad at 608-318-0412 or pdhpar@charter.net for details and sign up. 5 6th Annual Friends and Family Festival, Three Pillars Campus in Dousman. Shotgun start at 11:30 a.m., cash bar and silent auction at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m. Silent auction to benefit Childrens' Dyslexia Center and Zor Patient Transportation Fund. 14 Wisconsin, Utah concealed carry training 10:00 a.m., Tomah Masonic Center. It was really fun. Pay when you register. Dinner will be hosted by our Tiler, John Wagenbach and will be served at 7:00. Sticking with just the fraternity, although the same applies to Chris-, tians, what does it say when the general public sees a man with a, Masonic ring on his finger or a Freemason symbol on his car be-, value of a fraternity that claims to make good men better men when, the only change they have seen in their father or husband, is that, they are gone two more evenings a month? $20 for skeet and $20 for sporting clays; pay when you register. Please note that Authors must include the following citation when using material that appeared in the Journal: This article was originally published in The Journal of The Masonic Society. Anything you may have read or heard about Masonry being a secret society is obviously a myth. We place an emphasis on the individual man by helping him strengthen his character, improving his moral and spiritual outlook, and broadening his mental horizons. An ISSN is an 8-digit code used to identify newspapers, journals, magazines and periodicals of all kinds and on all media-print and electronic. Editor at Wisconsin Masonic Journal Oregon Town, Wisconsin, United States 48 connections. Continued on page 5 SUMMER 2012 If your lodge is looking for an electronic organ see page 7. Lodge No. Enjoy their famous chicken dinner, ham- burgers, roasted corn, soda, beer and sno-cones. The Wisconsin Masonic Center in Madison, Wi was recently recognized as a National Masonic Masterpiece for its architectural design, historical background, and the influence it has had together with the Masonic Fraternity in the Greater Madison community. The meeting, held at 201 Park St. in Oregon, WI 53575, starts at 7:00pm. Since the inception of the tournament five years ago, WABTA has raised more than $110,000 for nonprofit groups. Open House at 6 p.m., tribute at 7 p.m., with, low. Madison, Joseph E. 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From our special partnerships with the U.S. York Rite bodies, we also bring you the latest in news and scholarship avalable about the Royal Arch, Cryptic Masons and the Knights Templar, along with the Allied Masonic Degrees and appendant Masonic organizations. The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District overflowed 230 million gallons of untreated water into Lake Michigan during a historic February rainfall. YUMPU automatically turns print PDFs into web optimized ePapers that Google loves. The Journal of The Masonic Society is the only magazine of its kind to do so in the U.S. and Canada. Wisconsin Masons practice Family Friendly Freemasonry. Please register with your. The company is headquartered in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. 21 2nd Annual Zor Shriners Ride for motorcycles and classic cars. Journal Name. Music and. German Themed Table Lodge hosted by District 5, for details please refer to email sent by Marshfield secretary (Marshfield224@gmail.com). Regular Stated Meeting for March. 19 Beja Shriners motorcycle ride and show. 42. The ISSN of The Wisconsin Masonic journal. Isnt that a worthwhile investment? I must, first and foremost, start out by expressing my appreciation for the wonderful experience my Lady Ronda and I had last evenin Mar 4, 2023 - 8:00am - 23 E Davenport St, Rhinelander, WI 54501, Mar 4, 2023 - 1:00pm - 241 E Wisconsin Ave, Neenah, WI 54956, Mar 4, 2023 - 4:00pm - 402 W 4th Street, Marshfield, WI 54449, Mar 6, 2023 - 10:00am - 3000 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53208, Mar 6, 2023 - 6:00pm - 4315 N. 92nd Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53222, Mar 6, 2023 - 6:30pm - 5189 N. Harper St., Mercer, WI 54547, Mar 6, 2023 - 7:00pm - 617 Masonic Blvd, Jefferson, WI 53549, Mar 6, 2023 - 7:00pm - 504 W. Grand Ave., Port Washington, WI 53074, Mar 6, 2023 - 7:00pm - 241 E. Wisconsin Ave, Neenah, WI 54956, Mar 6, 2023 - 7:00pm - 441 Smith St., Plymouth, WI 53073. Contact Bro. A light lunch will be served. It was, quite an experience. Erika Miller Ext. The 9th Masonic District in the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin Albany #36 Armistead-Bingham #1862 Bicknell #94 Fulton #69 Janesville-Western Star #55 Jefferson County #9 Kegonsa #73 Milton #161 Morning Star #10 New Glarus #310 Oregon #151 Smith #31 St. John's Lodge #57 Union #32 Waucoma #90 Part of: US, Wisconsin Along With: District #001 District . It was one of the most rewarding opportunities I have ever had. Masonic Center, 203 South Scott St., Wautoma from 7:30 - 10:30 a.m. p.m. Rededication, food, music and entertainment. Apart from Authors use, no material appearing in the Journal of The Masonic Society may be reprinted or electronically distributed without the written permission of the Editor. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. able). THE GENTLEMAN IN THE ROOM By Senior Grand Warden David R. Ritchie. Green Isle Park, Allouez. Postmasters: send address changes to. 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Please mark your Valentines Day Message of Brotherly Love: Brother Chad Svacina Wins Nationwide Masonic Essay Contest. The meeting, held at 125 S. 5th St. in Stoughton, WI 53589, starts at 7:00pm Oregon #151, in Oregon, Wisconsin, holds bi-monthly Stated Communications on the second and fourth Thursday of January, February, March, April and May. Our lodges currently work in English and German. I really never get, into debates with people about the fraternity as. By Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Wisconsin Brother Gary L. Stang On Our Cover THE WISCONSIN Masonic Journal "Do What is Right" Lou . If youre a Wisconsin resident and ready to learn more, fill out the form below and a representative in your area will reach out to you shortly. Contact Diane Igl Phone 262-965-3979 email: diane@wisc-freemasonry.org We do this out of love and practice it in how we live and through programs we support. Deadline for submission of advertising, copy is the fifteenth of each month preceding month of scheduled, Grand Chaplain David O. Leistra can be reached at, Directory of Grand Lodge Officers & Contacts, engaged in ongoing personal growth, and dedicated, Many years ago, I found myself defending Freemasonry. Scottish Rite NMJ USA, The 9th Masonic District in the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin. If you haven't looked at our Facebook page and "Liked" or are following us yet, please do so. Thanks for a Great Year. The meeting, held at 241 E. Wisconsin Ave in Neenah, WI 54956, starts at 7:00pm. 200Awards, Lodge Supplies, Petitions, Michael A. DeWolf,PGM Ext. Saturday, March 4th 8 am Coffee and Carbs at Rhinelander Masonic Lodge 9 am Opening & Welcoming. We teac Mar 6, 2023 - 7:00pm - 617 Masonic Blvd, Jefferson, WI 53549, Mar 6, 2023 - 7:30pm - 226 W. Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190, Mar 7, 2023 - 7:00pm - 125 S. 5th St., Stoughton, WI 53589, Mar 9, 2023 - 7:00pm - 201 Park St., Oregon, WI 53575, Mar 13, 2023 - 7:00pm - 2322 E. Milwaukee St, Janesville, WI 53545-2145, Mar 13, 2023 - 7:30pm - 301 - 1st Center Ave, Brodhead, WI 53520, Mar 15, 2023 - 7:00pm - 205 N. Water Street, Albany, WI 53502, Mar 15, 2023 - 7:30pm - 229 W. Grand Ave., Beloit, WI 53511, Mar 16, 2023 - 6:30pm - 1613-1/2 10th Street, Monroe, WI 53566-2001, Mar 16, 2023 - 7:00pm - 11313 N State Rd 138, Evansville, WI 53536. Over 50 guests came together and enjoyed the brotherhood and comradery of the Hays boys and Henry Palmer Lodges. Take a look, I recently defended our Wisconsin Badgers in a Facebook wager, with the Grand Master of Michigan, MWBro. Table Lodge ceremonies will commence at 7:30. Dinner will be hosted by our Tiler, John Wagenbach and will be served at 7:00. WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - NOVEMBER 2018 - PAGE 9 News Events from the Lodges St. John's Lodge Awards Night. Each veteran is welcome to bring one guest to the, breakfast. Thus, the discussion of religion, politics, and business is not permitted in our lodges. All Contents copyright 2008-2023 The Masonic Society, Inc. The Masonic Information Center (MIC) was founded in 1993 by a grant from the late John J. Robinson, well-known author, speaker, and Mason. Proceeds go to Wisconsin Masonic Heritage Center. entertainment by Daddy D Productions. Grand Master Tourville Promotes Acts of Kindness, Hartford Masonic Lodge Supports Arts Center, Masons of Whitewater-Palmyra Assist Local Food Pantries. Masonry (also known as Freemasonry) is the worlds first and largest fraternal organization. Over the years, the Center has evolved into an entertainment venue for the general public in addition to holding Masonic activities. Proceeds benefit Wisconsin Honor Flight. Thanks for a Great Year. Report this profile . Ask yourself these questions: has having been a Freemason, made a positive difference in your relationships, see you as being somehow different and had commented on it? The overwhelming majority Table Lodge Held on Monday 2/27 at 7:00. Thank You. For more info. The WMCF is a 501 c 3 tax exempt corporation. Are you sure you want to delete your template? 50 sporting clay birds for $25. Our Lodge will be hosting a table lodge on Monday 2/27. Karl Gant, 608-523-4714. We teach our kids not to talk to strangers. Wedding receptions, holiday parties, graduations and business conferences are just a few of the events that go on at the Center. A person who dines rather than eats. Casual dress will be appropriate, snacks at about 6 p.m, meeting at 7. ter #197, Lodge of Military Tribute, Hosted by Lafayette Lodge No. See story on page 8. Limited to, Lake Masonic Center, 7 p.m. to meet and greet our members. In reality, a gourmet is someone who simply enjoys food. The process document gives you the background on the new, approach to the interview process as well as a, The goal is to not mimic questions on the petition, but to better un-, derstand the character of the man that is petitioning to join your, lodge, asking him why he is joining, what he expects to get from. Thank you to all the Lodges who are working hard to raise new Brothers within t As an old sailor, I love a good sea story. Proceeds go to WisconsinMasonicHeritage Center. WISCONSIN MASONIC JOURNAL - OCTOBER 2019 - PAGE 23 Advertise in the New Master Masons Wisconsin Masonic Journal The Number 1 Source for Reaching the Masons of Wisconsin We have a special rate for promoting your upcoming lodge events! Vision:We will be the preeminent fraternity of choice for men of quality and vision who seek personal knowledge, moral growth and leadership development; ultimately improving the individual mason, his community and the world., Mission: To promote personal development by reinforcing moral principles, to assist those suffering unfortunate circumstances, and to foster friendship and cooperation among all people.. THE GENTLEMAN IN THE ROOM By Senior Grand Deacon David R. Ritchie. The Brothers had 7 different chilis to sample and 9 candidates who are seeking to enlighten their lives thru Masonry came to the meal. Lunch will be available. On September 30, 1925, the dedication of the Madison Masonic Center was headlined in the Wisconsin State Journal. to attend, challenge coins will be presented. Join to connect Wisconsin Masonic Journal. Money from the Foundation was combined with . The meeting, held at 301 - 1st Center Ave in Brodhead, WI 53520, starts at 7:30pm.