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
The Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite holds a Supreme Council gathering every other year when the 33rd and last degree is exemplified to brethren who have been nominated and elected by unanimous consent to receive it. Supreme Council was held in Cleveland, OH August 28-31, 2021.
The recipients are pictured left to right:
Ill. G. Donald Laudeman, 33°
Ill. James Radeline, 33°
Ill. Geoffrey Slaughter, 33°
MWGM of Indiana, Ill. Daniel Martin, 33°
Ill. Francisco Fotia, 33°
*Ill. Eric Gutridge, 33° - deceased
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