May 2018 Bridging the Future

May 2018 Bridging the Future Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 Scottish Rite Reunion Valley of Tampa Scottish Rite Reunion Valley of Tampa 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Trip to PA Trip to PA Trip to PA Trip to PA Trip to PA Trip to PA Trip to PA 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Scottish Rite Valley of Tampa Board of Trustees Masonic Home 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Pinellas Shrine Club 189th Grand Lodge Communication Orlando 189th Grand Lodge Communication Orlando 189th Grand Lodge Communication Orlando 27 28 29 30 31 189th Grand Lodge Communication Orlando 189th Grand Lodge Communication Orlando 189th Grand Lodge Communication Orlando 189th Grand Lodge Communication Orlando

JOHN DARLING LODGE No. 154, F. & A.M. TAMPA, FLORIDA WELCOMES YOU TO OUR 87th ANNUAL LABOR DAY MASTER MASON DEGREE SEPTEMBER 3, 2018 PROGRAM LODGE CALLED FROM REFRESHMENT TO LABOR at 7:00 A.M. Introduction of Grand Lodge Officers Introduction of Distinguished Visitors First Section of the Master Mason Degree Lodge called from Labor to Refreshment. Breakfast will be served between sections. LODGE CALLED FROM REFRESHMENT TO LABOR Second Section will be presented by the Egypt Shrine Past Masters Unit in full regalia. DIRECTIONS Coming into Tampa, take I-275 (Exit 46B) to the Martin Luther King Blvd exit, go West approximately 2 miles to Habana Ave. Go North on Habana approximately 1,000 feet to John Darling Lodge. We are on the right (East) side of the street. If coming in on 1-4, take 1-275N and follow the directions above. If you should need further information, please contact either of the following Officers: W M Dwight E. Brown, (813) 300-1294 W William A. Van Dyke, III, Secretary (813) 967-5007 Approved for distribution by M W Richard G. Hoover, Grand Master, on May 2, 2018

THE FLORIDA LODGE OF RESEARCH, F. & A.l\il. A Stated Communication of The Florida Lodge of Research, F. & A.M., will be held on Sat., August 4, 2018 At Boynton Lodge No. 236 Location: 2701 Quantum Blvd., BOYNTON BEACH, FL 33426 A Catered Lunch will be served at Noon for a nominal donation, Please RSVP to Scott Schwartzberg, Senior Deacon, at ssc.h wartzberg@comcast.net if you are going, they need an accurate head count for preparing the meal. The Meeting will start promptly at 1:00 p.m. Approved for Distribution by M.W. Richard G. Hoover, Grand Master, on April 17, 2018

UNDER THE PINELAND BIG TOP DON T MISS THIS SPECIAL EVENT TO KICK OFF THE YEAR FOR INCOMING GRAND MASTER JOHN KARROUM AND LADY CAROL KARROUM JUNE 9 TH, FUNDRAISER BENEFITTING THE 2018 1st LADY S PROJECT AT THE MASONIC HOME PINELAND LODGE No. 86 190 E PENIEL RD PALATKA, FL 32177 DINNER & DESSERT AUCTION BY WORLD RENOWN AUCTIONEER KEN HINTON FOR MORE INFORMATION FEEL FREE TO CONTACT RITA ARRINGTON AT 386-937-1094 OR FINS312@YAHOO.COM Approved for Distribution by M.W. Richard G. Hoover, Grand Master, on April 30, 2018

BOYNTON LODGE ESOTERIC RESEARCH GROUP PRESENTS R:.W:. ROBERT DAVIS THE QUESTS OF THE INITIATE IN THE RITES OF FREEMASONRY A JOURNEY TO THE MATURE MASCULINE SOUL DATE SATURDAY, JUNE 2, 2018 TIME 9:30 AM : CHECK-IN SEMINAR SCHEDULE 10:00 AM-10:50 AM : FREEMASONRY AS AN INITIATIC ART: FACILITATING THE JOURNEY TO MATURE MASCULINITY 11:00 AM-11:50 AM : THE HIDDEN MEANING OF THE MYTH OF HIRAM 12:00 PM 1:00 PM : LUNCH 1:00 PM 1:50 PM : THE SECRET TRADITIONS AND THE QUEST THEMES OF FREEMASONRY 2:00 PM 3:00 PM : SELF-EVALUATION & ENLIGHTENMENT: THE ESSENTIAL PATH OF IMPROVING OURSELVES IN MASONRY COST $30 PRE-SALE $40 AT THE DOOR LOCATION BOYNTON LODGE NO. 236 F. & A.M. MASTER MASON ONLY EVENT DUES CARD & ID REQUIRED FOR ENTRY For ques ons or if you would like any addi onal informa on, please contact Sco Schwartzberg at: sschwartzberg@comcast.net or (561) 414-5023 Type of Card: Visa MasterCard American Express Discover Name of Cardholder : Card Number: Expira on Date: / Security Code: (on the back of your credit card) To pay by credit card online, visit www.blerg10.eventbrite.com Please return this form to: Signature: GL Member No.: Please make check payable to: Boynton Lodge 236 Approved for Distribution by M.W. Richard G. Hoover, Grand Maser, on May 1, 2018 Boynton Lodge 236 2701 Quantum Boulevard, Boynton Beach, FL 33426

The George Washington Gavel A National Treasure coming to the 189th Grand Communication in Orlando at the Rosen Plaza Hotel May 27-29 2018 A brief history of the gavel At 10:00 a.m. on September 18, 1793 the President of the United States, George Washington, and his entourage crossed the Potomac River to arrive in the city of Washington. There they were joined by an escort consisting of the Alexandria Volunteer Artillery and members of Masonic Lodges from Virginia and Maryland, and proceeded to the construction grounds approximately 1.5 miles away. At the site of the Capitol, Washington was received by the Grand Master of Masons of Maryland Joseph Clark. A silver plaque fashioned by Georgetown silversmith Caleb Bentley was handed to Washington who stepped into the foundation trench and placed the plaque, whereupon the cornerstone was lowered. The plaque was inscribed with a brief tribute to the "military valor and prudence" of Washington, and dedicated the building in the "first year, of the second term, of the presidency of George Washington... and in the year of Masonry 5793." Washington, accompanied by three Worshipful Masters carrying corn, wine, and oil, then struck the stone three times with the gavel, as prescribed by Masonic custom. Washington exited the trench to cheers by the assembled Masons and a 15-gun salute (one gun for each U.S. States) from the Alexandria Volunteer Artillery. Clark then delivered a short invocation, after which a 500 pound ox was slaughtered and roasted. The George Washington Gavel will be on display several times during the 189th Grand Communication May 27-29 th 2018. It is in the care of Potomac Lodge No. 5 A.F.&A.M. in Washington, DC. The Gavel travels several times a year throughout the Country. It is escorted by a Committee of three members of Potomac Lodge No. 5 in Georgetown and is not out of their custody and control. Several of the events are open to the public. Sunday May 27 2018 Time: 6:30 p.m. PRESENTATION AT GRAND MASTERS BANQUET Rosen Plaza Hotel Formal Attire Monday May 28th, 2018 GRAND COMMUNICATION KEYNOTE ADDRESS W:. Daniel P. Dolan THE HISTORY OF THE GEORGE WASHINGTON GAVEL Rosen Plaza Hotel Grand Ballroom Monday May 28th, 2018 Public Display Rosen Plaza Hotel Grand Ball Room Lobby Time and Location TBD Tuesday May 29th 2018 Press Availability and Public Q & A 11:30am -12:30 p.m. Salon 10 For more information please call 352-804-3981 or email gwgavel@gmail.com Approved for Distribution by M.W. Richard G. Hoover, Grand Master, on April 16, 2018

Pine Castle Low Boil! Coming to Grand Lodge and looking for something to do on the Saturday before? Come to our 5 th Annual Low Country Boil! When: May 26, 2018 from 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Where: Pine Castle Lodge No. 368 1216 Hoffner Ave, Orlando, FL 32859 Cost: $15/adult and $10/child All Masons and their family members are invited to join us for food, fun and fellowship. We will have music and other activities as well. Reserve your tickets by emailing our Secretary, John Miles, at secretary@pinecastle368.com. Tickets will also be available at the door on the day of the event. We look forward to seeing you on the 26 th for food, family and fun! SPONSORED BY PINE CASTLE LODGE NO. 368, F & AM, PO BOX 593681 ORLANDO, FL 32859 REGISTRATION NO. CH38044. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE or via www.freshfromflorida.com. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. WWW.800helpfla.COM Approved for Distribution by M.W. Richard G. Hoover, Grand Master, on April 30, 2018

Miami Scottish Rite and Hibiscus Lodge Lecture Series present Illustrious Arturo de Hoyos, 33, G.C. Grand Archivist & Historian, Supreme Council S.J. AND Illustrious Dean Alban, 33 Director of Membership Services Supreme Council S.J. Arturo de Hoyos is Grand Archivist and Grand Historian of the Supreme Council, 33, S.J., The author, editor, and translator of more than 25 books and many articles, he's considered America's foremost scholar on the history, rituals, and symbolism of Scottish Rite Freemasonry, and most other Masonic orders, rites, and systems. Dean Alban is the Director of Membership Services for the Supreme Council, S.J. He has been a cosultant to novelists Dan Brown, Brad Meltzer, and advisor for Walt Disney Production for the National Treasurers film series. He is a member of Valley of Baltimore, and PM Stephenson Lodge No 135 in Darlington MD. Wednesday May 16, 2018 Miami Scottish Rite Center 471 NW 3 ST, Miami, FL 6:30 dinner, 7:30 Meeting DRESS: Business Casual MASTER MASONS ONLY MASTER MASONS BRING DUES CARD Approved for Distribution by M.W. Richard G. Hoover, Grand Master, on April 21, 2018

189 th ANNUAL GRAND COMMUNICATION SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SUNDAY: Registration (Ballroom Foyer)...8:00 a.m. Ladies Registration (Ballroom Foyer)...9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Church Service (Ballroom A)...11:00 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Memorial Service (Ballroom A)... Immediately following Church Service Board of Trustees Meeting (Salon 13)... 1:00 p.m. DeMolay Seminar (Salon 8-Tentative)... 2:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. DDGM Association Social Gathering (Salon 11)... 2:00 p.m. Grand Master s Banquet (Ballroom A)... Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. (Introductions and Youth Presentations will be made at the Grand Master s Banquet) MONDAY: Registration (Ballroom Foyer)...7:00 a.m. Official Opening of the Grand Communication (Grand Ballroom)...9:00 a.m. Ladies Continental Breakfast w/games and Fellowship (Salons 5/6)...8:30 a.m. Ladies Registration (Ballroom Foyer)...8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Grand Lodge Session Breaks for Lunch...11:30 a.m. Grand Lodge Open Session... 12:45 p.m. (Open to wives and non-masons Presentation of Report by the Administrator of the Masonic Home and Grand Oration) Grand Lodge Session Call from Labor to Refreshment... 4:00 p.m. Actual Past Master s Degree (Grand Ballroom)... 5:00 p.m. Florida Lodge of Research (Salon 13)... Immediately following close of Session Florida State Grotto Association Grotto Degree (Salons 5/6)... 7:00 p.m. TUESDAY: Registration (Ballroom Foyer)...8:00 a.m. Grand Lodge Session Call from Refreshment to Labor...9:00 a.m. Ladies Luncheon (Salons 7 & 8)...11:30 a.m. Grand Lodge Session Breaks for Lunch... 12:00 p.m. George Washington Gavel Press Release (Salon 9)... 12:00 p.m. Grand Lodge Session Reconvenes... 1:15 p.m. Grand Lodge Session Call from Labor to Refreshment... 4:30 p.m. Senior Warden and Junior Warden meet with the Grand Lodge Officers (Grand Lodge Room)... Immediately following close of Session WEDNESDAY: Registration (Returns and Credentials Salon 14)...8:00 a.m. Grand Lodge Session Call from Refreshment to Labor...9:00 a.m. Installation of Grand Lodge Officers...10:30 a.m. DRESS: Church/Memorial Service Business Dress Grand Master s Banquet Formal Dress Grand Lodge Session Business Dress Ladies Continental Breakfast w/games and Fellowship Casual Ladies Luncheon Business Casual

The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Florida RICHARD E. LYNN, P.G.M. GRAND LODGE BUILDING GRAND SECRETARY P.O. BOX 1020 JACKSONVILLE, FL 32201-1020 PHONE: (904) 354-2339 TOLL FREE (800) 375-2339 FAX: (904) 632-3865 May 1, 2018 TO: RE: SECRETARIES OF ALL PARTICULAR LODGES DELINQUENT DUES NOTICE REQUIREMENTS PER SECTION 20, ARTICLE X OF THE CONSTITUTION Dear Brethren: You are fraternally reminded that your members who are six (6) months in arrears in payment of their 2018 dues must have a Notice of Delinquent Dues forwarded to them by June 30, 2018, per the requirements of Article X, Section 20 of the Constitution. Further, a Final Notice and Summons must be forwarded to the delinquent members who did not heed the first notice within three months, by September 30, 2018. Form GL-610, Notice of Delinquent Dues and Final Notice and Summons is available through the Grand Secretary=s Office upon request by the Particular Lodges. Sincerely and fraternally, Richard E. Lynn, P.G.M. Grand Secretary REL/wj cc: Grand Master District Deputy Grand Masters Think Perpetual Membership

The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Florida RICHARD E. LYNN, P.G.M. GRAND LODGE BUILDING GRAND SECRETARY P.O. BOX 1020 JACKSONVILLE, FL 32201-1020 PHONE: (904) 354-2339 TOLL FREE (800) 375-2339 FAX: (904) 632-3865 May 1, 2018 TO: RE: ALL PARTICULAR LODGES LET YOUR PENNIES MAKE GOOD CENTS REPORT PER REGULATION 22.07 Dear Brother Secretary: Your Second Quarterly Report of collections for the Masonic Home Endowment Fund, Let Your Pennies Make Good Cents Program and remittance is due on or before July 15, 2018, per Regulation 22.07. This return covers your collections through June 30, 2018. In the event you have no collections, please mark the Quarterly Return NONE and return to this office. Please be sure to fill in the space provided for Lodge Name, Address and Number. We need a report filed even though there are no collections for the quarter. L.Y.P.M.G.C. funds that have been paid by your members directly to the Masonic Home Endowment Funds, Inc., through the Circumscribe system will be credited to your Quarterly Report by our office. Thanking you for your cooperation, Sincerely and fraternally, Richard E. Lynn, P.G.M. Grand Secretary REL/wj Enc. cc: Grand Lodge Officers D.D.G.M.=s Chairman, L.Y.P.M.G.C. Committee Think Perpetual Membership

Detach and Send Only White Copy to Grand Secretary. Keep Colored Copy for Your Lodge Records. Return to: Grand Lodge of Florida, P.O. Box 1020, Jacksonville, FL 32201-1020 SEND THIS COPY TO GRAND SECRETARY ON OR BEFORE JULY 15, 2018 2nd QUARTERLY RETURN Particular Lodge Report on Let Your Pennies Make Good Cents LODGE NAME, ADDRESS, AND NUMBER RETURN FOR QUARTER ENDING JUNE 30, 2018 (No. 1) Amount Collected for this Quarter... $ (No. 2) Amount Collected by Circumscribe... $ (No. 3) Check Attached... $ This return to be filed in the Grand Secretary s Office on or before JULY 15, 2018 Remember Our Masonic Home in Your Will

MINUTES OF THE BOARD MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES THE MASONIC HOME OF FLORIDA March 18, 2018 The Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Masonic Home of Florida met in regular session on Sunday, March 18, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. with the following members present: PRESENT: R W J. Steven Teal, Chairman R W Ronald E. Peebles, Vice-Chairman R W Michael L. Elliott R W Brian R. Poole R W R. James Rocha R W D. Mark Small R W F. Joseph Smedley R W Lawrence A. Williamson ABSENT: R W Michael S. Binder (Excused) R W B. Allen West (Excused) ALSO PRESENT: M W Richard G. Hoover, Grand Master; R W John E. Karroum, Deputy Grand Master; R W John W. Westerman, III, Senior Grand Warden; R W Thomas L. Turlington, Jr., Junior Grand Warden; R W Rudin J. Boatright, Grand Treasurer; and M W Stanley Hudson, P.G.M. CALL TO ORDER: R W J. Steven Teal called the meeting to order at 11:00 a.m. The Chairman welcomed all assembled and asked them to join in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. The Invocation was given by R W Brian R. Poole. INTRODUCTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES: R W J. Steven Teal, Chairman; R W Ronald E. Peebles, Vice Chairman; R W Michael L. Elliott; R W Brian R. Poole; R W R. James Rocha; R W D. Mark Small; R W F. Joseph Smedley; and R W Lawrence A. Williamson. A motion was made by R W D. Mark Small and seconded by R W Brian R. Poole that the Minutes of the February 11, 1018, Board of Trustees Meeting be adopted as printed and distributed. Motion carried. REPORT OF THE SECRETARY OF THE BOARD: The Board of Trustees met in a Workshop Session on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. A motion was passed unanimously that a recently received application for admission to the Masonic Home be denied. A motion was made by R W D. Mark Small and seconded by R W Ronald E. Peebles to accept the Report of the Secretary of the Board as presented. Motion carried. ADMINISTRATOR S BOARD REPORT: Lisa Tsotsos reported at our last regular Board Meeting we had 105 Residents in the Home. During the month of February, we had 2 admissions and 3 losses, bringing the total to 104. Of those, 44 are men and 60 are women, with 1 of the women sponsored by the Order of the Eastern Star. 1

ADMITTED: ADMIT DATE: William Brice, membership at Eola Lodge No. 207 02/07/2018 Vincent Bandos, membership at Northside Lodge No. 283 02/23/2018 DECEASED: DECEASED DATE: Rebecca Bradford, husband s membership at Winter Haven Lodge No. 186 02/02/2018 Admitted: December 8, 2016 Mareda Zoumberos, husband s membership at Fellowship Lodge No. 265 02/02/2018 Admitted: March 3, 2016 Cecile Miller, husband s membership at South Miami Lodge No. 308 02/11/2018 Admitted: October 13, 2016 With 2 admissions and 3 losses, the month of February ended with 57 Assisted Living and 47 Nursing Center for a total of 104 residents. A motion was made by R W D. Mark Small and seconded by R W Ronald E. Peebles that the Administrator s Report be accepted as read. Motion carried. MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT FAILED EQUIPMENT REPORT: 1. Replaced worn out motor contactor on #3 Milnor Washer. 2. Replaced burnt motor relay on chilled water pump serving the north chiller. It possibly failed due to the loss of power to the electric grid and single phasing the buildings. 3. Replaced block heater on life safety generator after failure. 4. Replaced cold water valve on #5 Milnor Washer. DIETARY DEPARTMENT REPORT: The total number of resident meals served for the month of February was 9,486 with 1,568 other meals, which included employees, visitors, and special events, for a total of 11,054 meals served. The Masonic Home collected $441.50 toward meal cost. The raw food cost per meal was $2.77. SECURITY DEPARTMENT REPORT: There were no reportable incidents for the month of February. There were 2 new resident ID badges and 9 new employee ID badges issued. HOUSEKEEPING/LAUNDRY DEPARTMENT REPORT: The Housekeeping Department standards are at a good level to maintain the facility standards. The laundry used 19 gallons of Bio Power Detergent at $23.49 each; 16 gallons of Flo-Glo Chlorine Destainer at $8.88 each; 17 gallons of Flo Prime Alkali Builder at $22.63 each; and 16 gallons of Qualitex/Sour Softener at $16.14 each; for a total of $1,231.34 in chemical costs for the month of February. The average count was between 65,000 and 70,000 pounds for the month. LONG RANGE PLANNING COMMITTEE REPORT: 1. The two brand new Lochinvar boilers have been delivered to the Home and the installation of these units will start on Monday, March 19, 2018. 2. The steam cleaning of two air handler units, including motors and duct work, has been completed. 3. Comprehensive Energy Services (CES) is recommending that we spend additional moneys on the kitchen air handler unit restoration and replacement process. The budgeted amount of $100,000 was for the replacement of one air handler unit system. CES is recommending we upgrade the second air handler system at a cost of $23,000. This upgrade will save the Home money in the long run and the Long Range Planning Committee is recommending that the budget for this project be increased to $150,000. 4. The liquid chemical treatment system for the cooling tower has been replaced by a new dry chemical system at a cost of $5,201.07. 5. The interlocking flooring system in the beauty/barber shop is experiencing problems with failed bonding and we are in the process of finding a company to re-install the flooring system. 2

A motion was made by R W Brian R. Poole and seconded by R W Ronald E. Peebles that the Long Range Planning and Facilities Committee Report be accepted as printed and distributed. Motion carried. LEGAL ADVISOR S REPORT: The total funds received during the month of February for Estates and Wills were $2,691.45, which brings the year-to-date total of funds received for the Masonic Home Endowment Fund, Inc., on behalf of Estates and Wills, to $678,134.63. As of this date, there have been no funds received from Estates and Wills and deposited into an account other than the Masonic Home Endowment Fund, Inc. R W D. Mark Small moved for acceptance of the Legal Advisor s Report as presented by R W Stephen R. Gladstone, General Counsel, and the motion was seconded by R W Michael L. Elliott. Motion carried. BUDGET REPORT: The following report reflects expenditures through February 28, 2018: Administration 85.22% Maintenance 79.10% Dietary 93.46% Nursing 99.60% Housekeeping 96.91% Recreation 97.34% Social Services 93.14% TOTAL 90.85% We report that we are currently 1.2% under budget ($92,100) for the fiscal year based on the final budget, after amortizing for the insurance premiums already paid. A motion was made by R W R. James Rocha and seconded by R W Lawrence A. Williamson that the Budget Committee Report be accepted as presented. Motion carried. ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE REPORT: During the month of March no Masonic Home Applications were approved for admission to the Masonic Home and one application was denied after review by the Admissions Committee. One application for Non-Resident Relief was approved. A motion was made to accept the Admissions Committee Report by R W F. Joseph Smedley and seconded by R W Michael L. Elliott. Motion carried. OPERATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT: A. Marketing: i. Reviewed tracking inquiries: 17 total with 5 from non-masons and 10 tours. ii. A postcard was mailed to homes in 1.5 miles of the surrounding community announcing that the iii. Masonic Home now admits non-masons on the Private Pay Plan. The Administrator has completed the flyer to be included with the Grand Lodge Packets and to be included with new Master Mason Certificates informing new Masons about the Home. B. Greystone Proposal: The consultant is gathering information and documentation and was onsite for Phase I on February 23, 2018, gathering documents and conducting site visits. C. Planning has commenced for the 100 Year Anniversary of the Masonic Home. A celebration is set for Pilgrimage Day in 2019. A motion was made to accept the Operations Committee Report by R W R. James Rocha and seconded by R W Lawrence A. Williamson. Motion carried. 3

The Grand Marshal and Grand Master made introductions of all the Brothers and ladies present. Then the Grand Master and the First Lady made themselves available for presentations and contributions. ANNOUNCEMENTS: The next regular Board Meeting will be held at 11:00 a.m. on April 22, 2018, at the Masonic Home of Florida. R W Brian R. Poole gave the Benediction and the meeting was adjourned at 12:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, R W J. Steven Teal Chairman R W D. Mark Small Secretary to the Board of Trustees 4