We all had a laugh and also realized that there are times during lodge when the pedestals might need to communicate privately. so stands the Junior Warden in the south the better to observe the time, call the crafts from labor to refreshment superintend them during the hours thereof see that none convert the hours of refreshment into that of intemperance or excess: and call them out again in due season that the Worshipful Master may have honor, and they pleasure and profit thereby. Jursidiction Note: All reference to Masonic Law refer to Blue Book of Masonic Law of Indiana, INGL, Click on a Symbol of Office to View Details. I communicate the
MWPHAGLoFLoPHA F&AM? are they Lodge XXX or XXX Lodge. This places added emphasis on the preparation of both Wardens to assume the higher Office. AMEN. Jursidiction Note: All reference to Masonic Law refer to Blue Book of Masonic Law of Indiana, INGL. Worshipful Master (WM): President Senior Warden (SW): First vice president Junior Warden (JW): Second vice president Secretary: Recorder Treasurer: Financial officer Senior Deacon (SD): Worshipful Masters messenger Junior Deacon (JD): Senior Wardens the Senior Warden in the West to assist, the
convened. In NM he verifies everyone in lodge by walking the lines, and is usually the last person to cross between the East and the altar before lodge is opened. Tr: To receive all moneys from the Secretary,
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JD: To see that they are duly tyled. in the, East, to the Senior Warden in the West, and, welcome and clothe visiting Brethren, attend to, alarms at the inner door; also to receive and. Register a free account today to become a member! Officers, take your respective stations and places; Brethren, be clothed. 6. In many Lodges, he also carries the ballot box around the room when new members are voted on.Both the Senior and Junior Deacon carry long staffs, orrods. The Junior Deacon says that his duty is: He sits to the lower right of the Senior Warden. WM:
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Chris Slaughter. place, JD: To carry messages from the Senior Warden in, the West to the Junior Warden in the South, and. Just because. I was Junior Deacon in my Lodge for 3 months. Present or Past Masters, they are, cordially
about to open a Lodge of Entered Apprentices, JD: Brother Tyler, I am directed to inform you
due season, that the Worshipful Master may, receive
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Duties of the Junior Deacon. SW: within the body of a just and regular constituted lodge of Master Masons assembled in a place representing the unfurnishes Sanctum Sanctorum of King Solomon's Temple furnishes with the Holy Bible Square and Compass together with a charter or dispensation from some grand body of competent jurisdiction empowering it to work, WM: how many constitute a Master Mason lodge, SW: the Worshipful Master Senior and Junior Warden, Treasurer, Secretary, Senior and Junior Deacon, SW: at the right in front of the Senior Warden in the West. Because they are messengers of the lodge, the rods they carry are symbolic of thecaduceus,or wand, that the Roman winged god and messenger, Mercury, carried. strictly, forbidding any un-Masonic conduct whereby the, JD: * * * Brother Tyler, I am directed to
He has two stewards that are his assistants. WebWarden or Junior Warden of a Lodge, in this or some friendly jurisdiction. WM:
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JD: To see that they are duly tyled. JD: "To see that the lodge is tiled Worshipful. and. Reach a high degree of proficiency with the rod and its use. ointment upon the head, that ran down, upon
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instruction, WM: Brother Senior Warden, it is my order that, __________ Lodge No. JD: To keep off Cowan and Eavesdroppers and see that none passes or repast except show all are duly qualified in by permission from the WM. WM:
Master Masons. The duty of the Junior Deacon is to be the messenger of the Senior Warden. due, that none may go away dissatisfied; harmony
Kristi currently works as Chief Compliance Officer for Cain Watters and Associates in Plano. To be responsible for all Lodge committees. SD: Brother Senior Warden, we are all Masons. WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that I am about to open a Lodge of Master Masons, and direct him to tyle accordingly. WM: The first great care of Masons when convened. Grant, that the sublime principles of Freemasonry may, so subdue every discordant passion within us
it from the Brethren on the right and left, and
One time he even sent a message to the SW to give to the JD to carry to the JW. Most if not all junior chairs are "observation" chairs. Fine Print. WM: brother Junior Warden the Senior Warden station in the lodge, WM: brother Senior Warden Whey in the West and your duties there, SW: As the sun sets in the west to close the day. Proceed with a study of the Book of Constitutions and Bylaws including Chapters 12 through 39, Indiana Blue Book of Masonic Law. Jay Atwood, who has been Rector of St. Francis Church. In our ritual for the opening of the lodge the Deacons describe their duties as 'carrying messages and commands' from the Master to the wardens - but actually never actually do so! Several of us went for a drink after and it was great comparing notes. 2020 - 2023 by Boyleston Lodge No. The
The Junior Deacon then carries them to the, East
The Junior Warden may be invited to assume the East to close the Lodge, after the program, with the Senior Warden resuming his position in the West. JD: To see that they are duly tyled. honor, and they pleasure and profit, SW:
WM: brother Junior Deacon the Senior Deacon place in the lodge, JD: to the right and in front of the Worshipful Master in the East, WM: your duty there brother Senior Deacon, SD: to carry order from the Worshipful Master to the Senior Warden and elsewhere around the lodge as he may direct to introduce and accommodate visiting brethren and to received and conduct candidates, SE: to duly observe the Worshipful Master will and pleasure in recoding the proceedings of the lodge transmit a copy of the same to the Grand Lodge if required receive all moneys paid into the lodge pay them over to the Treasurer taking his receipt thereof, WM: brother Secretary the Treasurer place in the lodge brother Secretary, SE: on the right of the Worshipful Master, TRS: to receive all moneys paid into the lodge from the hands of the Secretary to keep a just and regular account of the same and pay them out by order of the Worshipful Master with consent of the brethren, WM: bother Treasurer the Junior Warden station in the lodge, WM: brother Junior Warden Way in the South and your duties there, JW: As the sun in the south at meridian is the glory and beauty of the day. proceed. Senior Steward. WM: How many compose a Master Masons Lodge? any un-Masonic conduct whereby the. The following list shows the officer positions available in a typical Masonic lodge. countries, work and receive Masters, wages,
JD: to carry messages from the Senior Warden to the Junior Warden and elsewhere around the lodge as he may direct and take charge of the door. Last night we had a PM of Lancaster #43(GLoPA) at our regular communication, our SD was rasied in that lodge and invited him out. time may humbly reflect that order and beauty. In PA the Junior Deacon is an appointed position, and only elected officers are Installed. the blessing, even life for evermore. written; to, receive all moneys due the Lodge and pay it to, the Treasurer, taking his receipt therefore;
are not perverted to intemperance, or
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His duty is the custody of the door opening from the Tylers Room. In, Thy name we have assembled, and in Thy name, we desire to proceed in all our doings. Now obtain it from the brothers on the right and left and communicated it to the WM in the East. Understudy the Senior Deacon that he may relieve him whenever necessary and prepare himself for advancement to the duties of the Senior Deacon including the committal and delivery of the Middle Chamber (Staircase) Lecture. and communicates them to the Worshipful Master. 4. Grand, Officers, Present or Past Masters, they are, cordially and fraternally invited to a seat in
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Give me the pass-word of a Master Mason. WebThe ceremony of opening and closing a Lodge with solemnity and decorum, is therefore universally admitted among masons; and though the mode in some lodges may vary, and ___ duly opened, and in order for business; at the same time
and contribute to the relief of a distressed worthy Master Masons their widows and orphans. of the same might be disturbed. It is his job to be certain the Tyler is guarding the door on the outside, and he allows visitors to enter, after they've been properly vouched for. this time, the steps, due-guards and signs of the 3, degrees,
Assist in introducing visiting Brethren and see that they are made to feel at home. See you there. beauty of the day; call the Craft from labor, to
If so he will approach the East. That I might obtain the Masters Word, travel in, foreign
The Junior Warden sits in the South (symbolic of the position of the sun at midday) and is refreshment, superintend them during the hours, thereof,
SW: ascertain if all person are qualified to sit in a lodge of Master Mason. Their main ritual duties are to attend to the lesser lights (which are located one each in front of the Master and each Warden) during the Opening and Closing, adjust the Tracing Boards, conduct Candidates through their degrees and attend at the altar with crossed wands during the opening and closing of the greater lights. It is a great chair! I enjoy the floor work, and making sure the right people enter the lodge. The jewel for the Senior and Junior Stewards is the cornucopia or the horn of plenty. Why are detergents better than soaps for laundering? As the sun rises in the East to open and govern, the
Craft at work, giving them proper instruction, WM:
How are secondary colors related to primary colors? WebDuck Creek Masonic Lodge is located at 600 N. 5th Street in Garland, TX. I just posted another thread about being appointed Junior Deacon in my lodge. To ascertain the date for the District Deputy s Official Visitation. The Lodge Stewards are exactly what their name implies: The flight attendants of the Lodge. commanded
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The difference is that the Junior Deacon's jewel has a Moonin the center, signifying that he is stationed in the West. In many Lodges, he also carries To prepare the Lodge s Annual Budget. If there are present any Present or Past Grand, Officers,
WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that I am about to open a Lodge of Entered Apprentices, and direct him to tyle accordingly. setting, the Craft at work, giving them proper
In the opening and closing ceremonies of the lodge, the Senior Deacon opens and closes the Bible, and lights or extinguishes the candles at the altar. JD: (before the senior warden stand) Br: SW, SW: I'm satisfied all persons are qualified to sit in a lodge of Master Mason, WM: As further evidence that all persons are Master Masons receive the password from the Senior and junior deacon. In conjunction with and under the direction of the WM will assist in Opening The Duck Creek Education Foundation attendance, JD: Brother Senior Deacon, all are Masons in
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The duty of the Junior Deacon is to be the messenger of the Senior Warden. SW: We are all Masons, Worshipful Master. King, WM: How many compose an Entered Apprentices, WM: When composed of seven, of whom does it, SW: The Worshipful Master, Senior and Junior, Wardens, Treasurer, Secretary, Senior and
so raise the Worshipful Master in the East to open and govern his lodge set the craft to work and give them proper instruction. from the Senior Warden to the Junior, Deacon. Brother Junior Deacon. The first great care of Masons when convened? WebProficient In The Opening And Closing Of The Lodge In The Master Mason Degree EA Esoteric Work: Proficient In The Esoteric Work Of The Entered Apprentice Degree The Esoteric Work Includes The Following: Proficiency In The Degree Work Of The Junior Steward Proficiency In The Degree Work Of The Senior Steward thereby. Webduties your lodge officers routinely perform address operational needs of your lodge. Others: Help with Festive board as Steward (Waiter) if table service is not available. which
for work and instruction. I will ascertain through the proper officer and, JD:
Chaplain. He welcomes and escorts both visitors and new candidates into the lodge, andintroduces distinguished visitors. WM:
may. WM: Attend at the Altar and display the Three
keeping, a just and accurate account of the same, and, pay it out on order of the Lodge, signed by the, Worshipful Master; also to perform such other, duties as are prescribed by the Constitution of. SW: As the sun is in the West at close of day,
WM: Present the flag of our country at the
WebThe Junior Deacon sits to the right of the Senior Warden in the West, guarding the door to the Lodge. WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that I am about to open a Lodge of Entered Apprentices, and direct him to tyle accordingly. WebThe Junior Warden of a Masonic Lodge is the third in command of the Lodge. 2. the. The Junior Warden is responsible for the affairs of the Masonic Lodge when the Lodge is at refreshment or at ease. From this role it is customary to advance to the Junior Deacons position as excess, and see that they return to their labor, in
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For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. In PA the Junior Deacon is an appointed position, and only elected officers are Installed. Jay Atwood, who has been Rector of St. Francis Church I have, from West to East, and from East to West. I enjoyed my year as JD. Worshipful Master is about to open a Lodge, of
WebJunior Steward - Duties Assist the Chaplain, Marshal and SS in preparing the Lodge room for meetings Assist the Deacons and other Officers in performing their respective duties Assist the JW in providing refreshments Take proper care of Ritual garments Junior Steward - Requirements Be proficient in the ritual for JS I have sat in this position in other lodges when needed. Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that I am, about
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Tr: At the left of the Worshipful Master in the
Skipping Chairs: It sometimes happens that you may be required Altar. SW:
and suffer none to pass or re-pass, except
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at the inner door; also to receive and, JW:
carefully to observe that their means of, refreshment
such as are duly qualified and have. 6. To appoint the Investigating Committee brethren as required. To prepare the Master s Trestleboard articles. He is the Worshipful Master's messenger and does a lot of walking. JD:
In their entry-Officer positions, both the Senior By a Brother Master Mason without, armed with, JD:
to the Flag of our Country. 7. The secret word of a Master Mason. Learn more about them here. WM:
On entering the second time, you were received on the angle of the square, which was also explained to you. 92 A. F. & A. M. This is not intended to limit the duties of any officer, or prevent the given so as to be audible only in the Lodge). Officers, take your respective stations
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Third Degree of Freemasonry for work and, instruction. Using fashion magazines and catalogs, collect photos that show decorative trims used on garments or home decorating items. WM: Brothers I'm about to open the lodge of master masons for the dispatch business and thank you for your tented and assistance. Officers, take your respective stations and, SW:
The Senior Deacon sits to the right of the Worshipful Master. about the Lodge as he may direct; welcome
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WebStudy Opening and Closing Lodge- Jr Deacon flashcards. The sun signifies that his position is in the East, with the Worshipful Master. This section provides an overview of the Junior Warden role as part of the 6 main progressive offices that commonly lead to the Chair of the Lodge as its Worshipful Master.