From
the Commander’s Apartment
From the Commander’s Apartment
Will the groundhog see his
shadow?
Will the future be a
little brighter?
February is of course the
month of Presidents for whom we
owe a debt of gratitude for
their service and then finally,
don’t forget your sweethearts as
Valentine’s day rapidly
approaches.
Will our Commandery
become revitalized?
What lies ahead?
None of us know the
answer and there is little we
can do to change the ultimate
outcome except as it pertains to
our Commandery.
We should each ask
ourselves “Are the reasons I
became a SK being fulfilled or
am I disappointed?
What can I do about it?”
One place to start is to
attend our monthly conclaves on
a regular basis.
Enjoy the fellowship of
our meals at
6:30.
Bring a friend or better
yet, bring a signed petition for
a new SK.
I have heard it said that
the reason some members don’t
come is the uniform or the
sword.
While these items are
important, we would rather have
your companionship.
We can show you how to assemble
a rather inexpensive outfit and
the commandery has a few swords
which one can rent; so, why
wait?
Further; how is your eyesight?
What a great charity we
have in the
Knight Templar Eye
Foundation (KTEF).
SK Bob Mayer underwent knee
surgery (other knee) and is
recuperating at home. SK Edwin
Carpenter fell and tore his
Quadriceps, laying him up for a
while; but, you can’t keep a
good man down.
It was a real honor and
pleasure to see Ed, back in
circulation at our January
Conclave, albeit with a cane.
Speaking of the January
Conclave; what a joy it was to
have so many past commanders
present.
We nearly had enough to
fill every chair.
What a wonderful job and
example they did in conducting
the opening and closing under
the leadership of SK Doug Jordan
in the East.
REGC of DC
Paul Newhall; REGC Buddy
Wagner and SK ‘Robert Novak, Jr;
DDGHP for the 17th
Capitular District were in
attendance.
SK Barry Bartley even got a
break from his travels to honor
us with his presence.
SK John Wigglesworth was
in attendance, as usual,
and continues to do a
wonderful job with our
charities.
What an asset he is.
SK’s Michael Coleman,
Jeffrey Holbrook and Mike Kastle
rounded out the list of Past
Commanders.
Our Generalisimo, SK
Frank Wychoff and SW
SK Tony LaCava were also
in attendance.
Thanks to each of you for
your attendance and support.
Did you know that Piedmont
Commandery is among the leaders
if not the leader, in Virginia at least, having
the most Past Commanders serve
as Grand Commander and/or High
Priest?
This is something to be
proud of.
Although these gentlemen
have had their turn in the “Hot
Seat” so to speak, they are
consistently our backbone in
Piedmont Commandery.
Many of them seldom miss
a conclave.
Without them, we could
not survive.
My hat is off with
sincerest gratitude for their
continued loyalty and service to
the craft.
Correspondence Course
Interested in learning more
about the Commandery?
A new correspondence
course has been developed and is
available.
See the information
below.
Tactics, Constitutions &
Supplies
For the purpose of supporting
the Leadership and
Correspondence Course, the Grand
Commandery is now providing
copies of the Tactics and
Constitutions for all interested
Sir Knights. All checks should
be made out to the Grand
Commandery of Virginia and
sent to the Eminent Grand
Recorder, Sir Knight Dan Rose at 4101 Nine Mile Road,
Richmond,
VA 23223-4999.
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Tactics - $10
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Constitutions -
$8
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Proceedings (may
be older copy) -
$10
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Binders - $10
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Note:
Our recorder now has a
few copies of the manual.
Please let us know if you
need a copy.
One of the
greatest sources of training is
right in our own Commandery.
You can learn a lot, by
sitting on the sidelines, but
more from your own
participation.
*****
Thought for the Month
Surely, you have heard the story
about the industrious ant and
the lazy grasshopper.
Which are you?
Looking Ahead
I implore the support of each SK
who are within the length of
their cable tow, to attend the
February 28 Conclave.
We will serve dinner at 6:30 and then proceed to receive our DDGC SK Dave
Morris who will also conduct his
inspection.
Philanthropy
The Knight Templar Eye
Foundation is such an important
Philanthropy effort. Don’t
forget to contribute to this
worthy cause to the best of your
ability. Did you know that when
you joined this Commandery, you
purchased one lifetime
membership in the foundation for
$30?
We shouldn’t stop there.
I suggest you set a
reasonable goal, i.e. one new
membership each year.
The second area of our
support is an annual Holy Land
Tour for young pastors.
Since 1984, over 50
pastors have been given this
opportunity.
Finally, we support the
Baldwin-Brown Fund begun in 1998
by SK Richard Baldwin as an
endowment to support the Grand
Conclave. A nice diamond pin is
awarded for the donation of
$150.
*****
Are Your Dues Current?
Please check your dues
card and if not current, please
remit your dues in the amount of
$44. to our Recorder and attend
this important matter.
Please do not forget to
include an extra donation for
the Knight’s Templar Eye
Foundation.
WANTED
I am looking for a SK who would
be willing to enter the line
process finishing the year off
as Jr. Warden.
If you are interested in
serving in any capacity, please
let me know.
Also, don’t forget new
member petitions; additionally
don’t forget your Royal Arch
Chapter.
Also, someone who would
like to serve as Prelate.
“Carrying the Banner”
WALK THE TALK
Carrying the banner applies to
all facets of our Masonic
journey; therefore, we should
strive to be supportive to its
various institutions.
The above picture was
taken at Past Commander’s Night
on January 28, 2010.
MASONIC SCHEDULE
Manassas
RAC
#81
Feb 4;
@
7:30PM
Meal
@
6:30PM
Manasseh #182
Feb 12; @
7:30PM
Meal
@
6:30PM
Warren RAC 5
Feb 2;
@
7:30PM
Loudon RAC 55
Feb 8;
@ 7:30PM
Occoquan #310
Feb 1;
@ 7:30PM
Meal
@
6:30PM
Arlington
KT#29
Feb 19; @7:30PM
Meal
@6:30PM
Piedmont KT#26
Feb 25; @7:30 PM
Meal
@
6:30PM
OD KT# 11
Feb 23; @ 7:30PM
