Greetings My Brothers!
I am pleased to announce that our Supreme Council has recently selected a new Grand Almoner who will serve in my former capacity, Ill. Brother Alan Heath, 33°. Brother Heath is an Active Member for the state of Maine, and is looking forward to his new role as your Grand Almoner. Our Grand Almoner's Fund serves as a lifeline to our Brothers and their families who are experiencing hardship, whether it be from a natural disaster, illness, a loss of income, or some other unforeseen crisis and I know Alan will continue to handle all requests rapidly and discretely.

Our Blue Envelope appeal kicks off the month of October, and it should be arriving in your mailbox very soon. With your support we can continue the many good works of our charities.

You can visit srnmj.org/donate to make your tax-deductible Blue Envelope donation today. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your contribution.

Fraternally,
Sovereign Grand Commander
Ill. Brother Peter John Samiec, 33°

Four of our newly Crowned 33rd Degree Scottish Rite Masons receiving their 33rd Jewels and hats today at Brunch. A glorious day and Congratulations to Ill. Frank Fotia, Ill. G Donald Lauderman, Grand Master Ill.  Danny Martin and Ill. James Radeline not present was Ill. Geoffrey Slaughter. Jewels and hats presented by Ill. Brothers Eric Eric S. Pittman and Steve Herendeen!

 

 

Ill. James L. Dove, 33°

"We will strive to be a fraternity that fulfills our Masonic obligation to care for our members."

 

New Brunswick, NJ USA - September 2, 2021: City of New Brunswick flooded after Hurricane Ida.

 

My Brothers,

In the aftermath of the destruction caused by Hurricane Ida, several of our Northern Masonic Jurisdiction states along the Atlantic coast have experienced significant flooding, property damage, and a growing number of fatalities. Our Grand Almoner's Fund has the available resources to help our members that are in desperate need of assistance during these difficult times.

If you know of Blue Lodge or Scottish Rite members that have been affected in your state, please contact your valley or COD secretary and they will coordinate these requests with the state Deputy. Immediate emergencies will be expedited to quickly get this much needed assistance into the hands of our members.

Our continued prayers go out to all those affected by Hurricane Ida.

Sincerely & Fraternally,

Peter J. Samiec, 33°
Sovereign Grand Commander
Northern Masonic Jurisdiction

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