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October

From the East

Fellowship

B rethren, the cement that unites us as Freemasons is found in the obliga-tions we take and the dedication and devotion in the way in which wehonor them. The Latin word Frater means Brother. It is also the root word forFraternity, a brotherhood of likeminded men. As Brothers we are bound asone sacred band committed to the mutual support of one another throughthe exemplification of Brotherly love and understanding, and these are per-sonified in the five points of fellowship.

The first point shows us that we should practice benevolent acts ofkindness toward a Brother. To be willing to hazard ourselves, in order torelieve or save a brother in distress.

The second point councils when on our knees offering up our devo-tions, that through the use of prayer we are calling upon our Creator themost potent force for good. In this single act we acknowledge ourdependence on God, which leads us to wisdom, insight, and thestrength and courage to follow in his path. Seeing that his will be donein all things, especially when concerning the welfare of a BrotherMason.

The third point reminds us of the responsibility of being trustworthy.When a Brother confides in us, we are bound to hold confidencessecurely in our breasts as though they were our own deepest and inwardthoughts. Brethren we should remember a Brother Mason is our mosttrusted friend.

The fourth point we are charged to stretch out a hand and support afallen Brother. While in his presence or not, and to remind an erringBrother of his failings, aid him in his reformation, and vindicate hischaracter when traduced. We should also on his behalf suggest the mostcharitable judgement.

The fifth point teaches us that we should extend a Brother Mason thehand of friendship, Brotherly love and affection. Whispering friendlycouncil in his ear advising him of obstacles and impending dangerswhen need be. Sometimes all it takes is just being there for support.

Brethren, each point teaches us an important lesson in Fellowship remindingus of our responsibilities toward each other as Brothers in this fraternity. Thatthese Oaths and Obligations are not to be taken lightly, they are serious andsolemn. Brethren, there is no going back on them once you have placed yourhand on the Three Great Lights of Masonry pledging before God and Man.So let us come together in fellowship being firmly resolved in our in ourcommitment to this ancient and honorable craft of Free Masonry.

Fraternally,

Ted M. DAnnunzioWorshipful Master

From the West

A s this is something I frequently ask about, I decided for this month toprovide a table of all of the types of ballots/voting that may occur whenyou are in our Lodge.

Top i c R equ i r e dVot e s

M e thod

Petition for initiation Unanimous Secret Ballot

On initiation after objection to anelected candidate

Unanimous oronly one black

cube

Secret Ballot

Petition for affiliation Unanimous Secret Ballot

Petition for dual membership Unanimous Secret Ballot

Conferring and Rescind title ofHonorary Member

Two-thirds Secret Ballot

Top i c R equ i r e dVot e s

M e thod

On waiver of jurisdiction overEntered Apprentice or Fellow Craft

when permitted

Unanimous Secret Ballot

On waiver of penal jurisdiction overpetitioner

Three-fourths Secret Ballot

On waiver of territorial jurisdictionover petitioner

Three-fourths Secret Ballot

On withdrawal of charges ofunmasonic conduct, upon written

consent of all parties

Two-thirds Secret Ballot

On declaring degree of punishmentafter trial and conviction

Majority Secret Ballot

On suspension of member for non-payment of dues

Two-thirds Secret Ballot

On restoration within five years fromsuspension for non-payment of dues

Majority Secret Ballot

On restoration after five years fromsuspension for non-payment of dues

Unanimous Secret Ballot

On restoration of membership, whensuspension is for any cause

other than non-payment of dues

Unanimous Secret Ballot

To withdraw petition for membershipbefore investigating committee has

reported

Two-thirds Manual Sign

Request for an extension of time forinitiation of an elected candidate

Majority Manual Sign

Request for dimit Majority Manual Sign

Request by a dual member forcertificate of withdrawal

Majority Manual Sign

Request to be excused from voting Three-fourths Manual Sign

To empower brother to cast vote oflodge in election of officers

Unanimous Manual Sign

Reminder

The Lodge must ballot to suspend members for

NON-PAYMENTOF DUES

in November

Please make every effortto pay your 2016

Dues before the ballot

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For more information on balloting/voting, feel free to contact me or the Secretary.

See you in Lodge,

Richard W. LaBawSenior Warden

From the South

In Former Times

In former times, before writing was generally in use, men were in the cus-tom of availing themselves of imperishable tokens to memorialize orhighlight a transaction or record an event in place of using parchment orpaper. Hence, we find an example in the early church, where a fish cast dieserved as a certificate of membership and was so recognized from town totown and church to church. There is another example where a piece of metalor ivory was used by ancients as a token or pledge of amity. A host entertain-ing a stranger often broke the piece of metal or ivory in two as he was aboutto depart. The host retained a piece and gave the other to the departingstranger to pledge his friendship and memorialize that a friendship hadstarted. In recognition of this custom, as Masons we are asked if we have anymineral or metallic substance to be laid up in the ARCHIVES OF THELODGE as a memorial. Through this the Mason is giving his pledge offidelity to the Institution of Free Masonry. By this we are taught a lesson incharity and the true meaning of Masonic friendship is deposited in our heartsand minds.

Stay Safe Stay Well,

Arthur S. PelzerJunior Warden

Poker N ightSpend an Evening of Fellowship with your Brothers!

O c t o b e r 2 7 th7:30pm at Mt. Moriah Lodge #28, Lewis Parker Lounge

$ 10 buy in w ith 1 re -buyPizza will be ordered Bring your favorite beveragePlease register in advance by calling W.B. Roger K. Fisherat (609) 234-6024 or emailing PleasePokeFun@me.com

MOUNT MOR I AH LODG E # 2 8 F . & A .M .

LegendaryTABLELODGENovember 9 at 6:30pmValley of Central Jersey, 103 Dunns Mill Road, Bordentown, NJ 08505

O U R H O N O R E D G U E S T A N D S P E A K E R W I L L B E

MW Walter J. KaulfersG R A N D M A S T E R O F M A S O N S O F T H E S TAT E O F N E W J E R S E Y

$40 per PersonWe encourage you to get your tickets early.

For more information and tickets:

Ted M. DAnnunzio, Sr., WM (609) 499-2949Richard W. LaBaw, SW (609) 499-0418Arthur S. Pelzer, JW (609) 306-2584

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BORDENTOWN CHAPTER NO. 257 O.E.S.

Fried Oyster &Chicken SaladFamily-Style Dinner

Saturday, October 8th 2-6pmScottish Rite Center, 103 Dunns Mill Road, Bordentown, NJ

Handicapped Accessible

MenuFried Oysters Chicken Salad Parsley PotatoesGreen Beans Pepper Cabbage Cranberry Sauce

Homemade Apple Sauce Homemade Cakes Beverages

Tickets$25 Adult $10 Child (12 & Under)

Take-Outs $25 (2:30-4:30pm)

Order Tickets by October 3rd

No Tickets Sold at the Door!

To order tickets, make checks payable to:Bordentown Chapter #257, O.E.S.

and mail with a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:Mrs. Sharon L. McGinley, 433 East Fifth Street, Florence, NJ 08518

Questions? Call (609) 499-3970 or (609) 298-2346

Our Lodge Committees

Our Lodge Trustees

Ritual

R.W. Richard F. LaBaw, Jr., Chair

R.W. George A. Chidley

R.W. William Morelli

R.W. William F. Wallings

Finance

R.W. Brian Sisz, Chair

M.W. Edgar N. Peppler

Bro. Joseph Lippincott

Bro. Anad Trevedi

Community Outreach

Bro. Barry Oros, Chair

Bro. Nick Manocchio

Bro. Martin Ingenbrandt

Bro. Ben Halifko

Bro. Mark S. Juchniewicz

Mentoring

W.B. David S. Blew, Chair

Bro. Nick Manocchio

Bro. Michael J. Galati

Dues Collection

R.W. Brian Sisz, Chair

W.B. Jose G. Gonzalez

Bro. Richard W. LaBaw

Bro. Arthur S. Pelzer

Charity

R.W. Richard H. TroutR.W. Brian P. Sisz

Sickness and Distress

Bro. Barry Oros, Chair

Audit

Bro. David Workman, ChairW.B. David S. BlewBro. Michael Onofri

Lew Parker Scholarship

Bro. Robert B. McCormick, ChairBro. Albert Ari

Bro. Robert Oliver

Blood Bank

W.B. Roger K. Fisher, ChairBro. Richard W. LaBaw

Bylaws

R.W. Carl H. DoanM.W. Edgar N. Peppler

R.W. Henry P. Fratz

Masonic Home

Bro. William V. FedericoBro. William E. Wentzien

Liason to Eastern Star

Bro. Robert B. McCormick

D.B. Raymond E. Jones (to 2017)R.W. Bro. Dave Patriarca (to 2018)

R.W. Joseph Varga (to 2019)R.W. George A. Chidley (to 2020)W.B. Jose G. Go