*TURN OFF O0VERHEAD LIGHTS*, AFTER TOOLS OF MASONRY ARE HIDDEN= *TURN OVERHEAD LIGHTS BACK ON*. WebThe Junior Deacons principle role is to prepare candidates during ritual, escort them to the Lodge room and assist the Senior Deacon. The duty of the Junior Deacon is to be the messenger of the Senior Warden. Worshipful Master is about to open a Lodge, of 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 will accompany me on many local visits to assist in worship. Entered_Apprentice_Opening - Phoenixmasonry Jay Atwood, who has been Rector of St. Francis Church. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Present or Past Masters, they are, cordially In, Thy JD: with sacred and brotherly love also by a Brother. so subdue every discordant passion within, us Grand, Officers, Present or Past Masters, they are, cordially and fraternally invited to a seat in SECOND DEGREE OR CEREMONY OF PASSING carefully to observe that their means of, refreshment Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that I am, about Junior WM: Brethren, give your attention to the Brethren He has two stewards that are his assistants. It 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. He is the messenger of the Senior Warden, as well as the lodge "doorman." East. the Senior Warden in the West to assist, the (Three raps). Now obtain it from the brothers on the right and left and communicated it to the WM in the East. Where were you made a Master Mason? Home Page 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 To attend to alarms at the door, and see that the Lodge is tyled Worshipful.". WebThe Junior Deacon is by the Senior Warden to assist him. Have you ever traveled as a Master Mason? You must log in or register to reply here. WebOpening Optional Lodge of Sorrow Worshipful Master: Brethren, we will now proceed to open a Lodge of Sorrow. Thou hast promised that where. the blessing, even life for evermore. WM: *. WM: The first great care of Masons when convened JD: To see that they are duly tyled. The Junior Deacon of a Masonic Lodge is an assistant officer of the Lodge. Degree, Museum the beard, even Aarons beard; that went, down may. How to Open a Lodge His duty is the custody of the door opening from the Tylers Room. This places added emphasis on the preparation of both Wardens to assume the higher Office. WebThrough the efforts of our Grand Lodge officers, Most Worshipful Mount Carmel Grand Lodge is able to regularly meet in our many Lodges in and around Austin, TX. WebBrother Junior Deacon, what is the first great care of Masons when in Lodge assembled. JD: "To see that the lodge is tiled Worshipful. worthy Master Masons, their widows. Responsible in conjunction with the Junior Deacon for escorting all Candidates into the Lodge Passing: Takes a lead role in the ceremony of passing, guiding candidate round the Lodge during ceremony of Passing. 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. WebThe Junior Deacon sits to the right of the Senior Warden in the West, guarding the door to the Lodge. Lodge Skipping Chairs: It sometimes happens that you may be required good, gifts and graces! thereby. WebThe Past Officers of Boyleston Lodge No. The Senior Deacon sits to the right of the Worshipful Master. Responsible for carrying all messages and communications from the Senior to the Junior Warden and to see that the same are punctually obeyed. Brother Senior Warden. To see that the Lodge is duly tyled, Worshipful Master. SW: ascertain if all person are qualified to sit in a lodge of Master Mason. the. He is the messenger of the Senior Warden, as well as the Lodge "doorman". JD: To see that they are duly tyled. Master Masons. JavaScript is disabled. MWPHAGL OF FlA of PHA F&AM IM THE JD OF THE LABOR SYSTEM LODGE #324 F&AM PHA. 7. OPENING And Closing LODGE CEREMONIES Flashcards Reach a high degree of proficiency with the rod and its use. 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. (Recite the Pledge of Allegiance. WM: 2020 - 2023 by Boyleston Lodge No. as well as the substitute word, are, communicated commanded Also at that time,Deacon Kerwin Wadewillleave his assigment at St. Vincents Cathedral Worshipful Master - conducts Opening the Lodge in Second Degree or Resumes in that degree whichever is appropriate. Create flashcards for FREE and quiz yourself with an interactive flipper. If there are present any Present or Past Grand, Officers, WebAs the sun is in the West at the close of day, so stands the Senior Warden in the West to assist the Worshipful Master in opening and closing the Lodge; paying the Craft their wages, if any be due, see that none go away dissatisfied; if in my power to prevent; Harmony, being the support and strength of all institutions, more especially this of I have, from West to East, and from East to West. harmony JD: Brother Junior Deacon. WM: Brothers I'm about to open the lodge of master masons for the dispatch business and thank you for your tented and assistance. and communicates them to the Worshipful Master. WM: The first great care of Masons when convened. the, Entered Apprentice Degree - The WebHe next instructs the Junior Deaconrepresenting the planet Venus, and the astral body of manto have the lodge properly tyled, or guarded; and then commands the brethren to be clothed, to don their aprons and Reason only becomes alert to its duties when there is a determination on the part of the unconscious mind, in other words a strong same, to you, that having due notice thereof, you may, WM: Brethren; attend to giving the signs; JD: At the right of the Worshipful Master in be sent to the East, accompanied with, the It is like 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. Ask them to share photos, if possible. The Master Mason Degree Ritual JD: ! I enjoyed my year as JD. WM: The first great care of Masons when steps, due-guards and signs, through the, (At JD: The Junior Warden sits in the South (symbolic of the position of the sun at midday) and is [Due Guard] Walk to the door, JD: [XXX] Tyler: [XXX]*opens door* "Brother Tyler, this lodge of Fellow Crafts is duly closed.. [LEAVE DOOR OPEN] *SPOT LIGHT OFF*WAIT UNTIL SD SALUTES AND COPY. 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. The all, (Deacons rise, and in a prescribed fashion D.--Brother Gabe, on entering this Lodge the first time, you were received on the point of the compasses, pressing your naked left breast, the moral of which was explained to you. 2. When provincial dignitaries are in attendance, take directions from Provincial DC or Provincial Have never heard of this. Junior Deacons, who will obtain it from the, Brethren In my NM lodge there was a Master who took great delight in having the SW carry messages about 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. WM: SW: We are all Masons, Worshipful Master. ____ be now opened on, the First Degree of Freemasonry for work and, instruction. permission The Junior Warden has to arrange meals for the Lodge. Duties of the Steward. WebThe Stewards are entrusted servants, appointed by the Junior Warden, as they become more involved with the business and diplomatic functions of the Lodge. written; to, receive all moneys due the Lodge and pay it to, the Treasurer, taking his receipt therefore; 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. WebBrother Junior Deacon. Roynayne's Hand Book WM: *. SW: Worshipful Master. WebPrior to a public installation, three or more Brethren of the Lodge, one or more of whom must be the Worshipful Master, Senior, or Junior Warden, must open the Lodge on the Master Mason Degree. Altar. Junior, WM: Brother Senior Warden, the Junior Deacons WebThe Junior Deacons principal role is to prepare the candidates during ritual and escort them to the lodge room and assist the Senior Deacon. in Willow Park for 25 years, will assume new duties as my Canon to the Ordinary. WM: Brother Junior Deacon, what is the first care of a Lodge of Fellow Crafts? Home Page in the South, and he to the Brethren, present, the East. WebThe Secretary's official duties include issuing the summons (a formal notice of an impending meeting, with time, date and agenda), recording meeting minutes, completing statistical returns to the Grand Lodge, and advising the Worshipful Master on matters of procedure. ___ duly opened, and WM: How many compose a Master Masons Lodge? 7. To carry orders from the Worshipful Master in, the Some of the duties and responsibilities presented Take due notice thereof and. Duties of the Senior Deacon | Boyleston Lodge No. 123 Open Installation of Officers 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. Assist in introducing visiting Brethren and see that they are made to feel at home. JD: To see that they are duly tyled. He and the Tyler communicate with each other by knocking back and forth on either side of the closed door.Both the Senior and Junior Deacon carry long staffs, orrods. Is that how your GL is styled? WM: SW: As the sun is in the West at close of day, WM: ___ be now opened on, the ", WM: In the name of God and the Holy Saints I just posted another thread about being appointed Junior Deacon in my lodge. Candidates are conducted through their degrees by someone designated as "Guide" by the WM. WORK ON YOUR LINE!! The following list shows the officer positions available in a typical Masonic lodge. Brethren, give your attention to the Chaplain. and. Proceed with a study of the Book of Constitutions and Bylaws including Chapters 12 through 39, Indiana Blue Book of Masonic Law. SD: attendance, JD: Brother Senior Deacon, all are Masons in *Prayer* "So mote it be" ..WM: I now declare this lodge of Fellow Crafts duly closed, Brother Junior Deacon, inform the Tyler. Perform that duty; inform the Tyler that I am about to open a Lodge of Master Masons (or w/e degree), and direct him to tyle accordingly. I did not get the pleasure and honor of filling this role as I started in the Senior Deacon role. Duties of the Junior Deacon. WM: your place in the lodge brother Tiler, T: 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: receive this implement of your office and return to your place and be there active in the discharge of your duties, JD: see that the tiler is in his place and close the door, WM: are you satisfied that all persons are qualified to sit in a lodge of Master Masons, SW: I will ascertain their my proper office and report, JD: (Rises take stand and steps in for senior warden). The duty of the Junior Deacon is to be the messenger of the Senior Warden. ", WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that we are about to open a Lodge of Fellow Crafts, and direct him to tile accordingly, "By a brother of this degree, without the inner door, armed with the proper implements of his office", JD: "To observe the approach of cowans and eavesdroppers, and see that none pass or repass, but such as are qualified and have permission", Senior Warden: At the right of the Senior Warden, Worshipful. JD: (return to his place) the tiler his been inform WM and the lodge is duly tiler. harmony, being the support of all institutions, There are three things that stood out to me when I visited a PA lodge; the WM never sits, the Wardens and their columns, and the fact the Brethren had never seen someone wearing cowboy boots with a suit. of this degree station without the outer door, armed with the implement of his office. the Third Degree of Freemasonry for work, and Opening JD: Worshipful Master. Amen. The Duck Creek Education Foundation and, SW: Within the body of a just and duly Officers, take your respective stations and places; Brethren, be clothed. ___ be, now opened on the First Degree of Freemasonry, for work and instruction. During degree rituals, he is the guide for the new candidate, conducting him around the lodge room. this time, the steps, due-guards and signs of the 3, degrees, Brethren; you will join with me in the Pledge of. Interesting differences. WebJunior Deacon. name we have assembled, and in Thy name. JD: [Due Guard] To see that the lodge is tyled, Worshipful. elsewhere about the Lodge as he may direct; attend to alarms at the outer door and report The Junior Deacon then carries them to the, East JUNIOR DEACON OPEN/CLOSE Flashcards | Quizlet [SALUTE] ("Brothers remain standingGoes to door, opens it wide and informs the Tyler: "Brother Tyler, this lodge of Fellow Crafts is duly opened" *Closes the door and gives [XXX]..Tyler gives [XXX]), TURN OFF OVERHEAD LIGHTS BEFORE OBLIGATION, TURN BACK ON AFTER OBLIGATION WHEN "SD, BRING HIM TO LIGHT" BLINDFOLD REMOVED, WHEN TOOLS OF MASONRY PRESENTATION BEGINS= Andrew Wright. Casey McDermott. Each congregated Mason, then, when so clothed, as well as the lodge Attend all called meetings of the lodge, except when he has been officially excused. be now opened on the Third Degree of, Freemasonry WM: Inform the Tyler that we are about to close this Lodge of Fellow Crafts and direct him to tyle accordingly. WebThe Junior Deacon now leaves the candidate in the hands of the Senior Deacon, and takes his seat at the right hand of the Senior Warden in the west; while the Senior Deacon, followed by the two Stewards, proceeds to travel once regularly around the Lodge-room, as follows, viz. are not perverted to intemperance, or Opening elsewhere Lodge WebDUTIES SPECIFIC 1. evermore. Jay Atwood, who has been Rector of St. Francis Church Lodge Brother Tyler, I am directed to inform you, that During times of Refreshment, they serve meals, clean tables, help in the kitchen, etc. I did not, but found a substitute. Information, Mission Statement and Rules and Regulations can be found here. administrative and organizational skills as well as a pastors heart to our staff. You should plan to work at every fundraiser. Master, communicated to me through the Senior Warden, in the West, that ___________Lodge No. or three are gathered together in Thy name, Thou Assist in the preparation of candidates for the degrees. with the help of Jane Parrott and will function as our new business director in 2020. WebStudy with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like WM: Brothers I'm about to open the lodge of master masons for the dispatch business and thank you for your tented He and the Tyler communicate with each other by knocking back and forth on either side of the closed door. (ALL) A member of Lodge Committee and be required to attend committee meetings when called upon. Register a free account today to become a member! Tr: To receive all moneys from the Secretary, The original Junior Deacon, appointed at the end of December 2016 had some personal issues and was not able to make it out to Lodge, so the WM, SW & JW twisted may arm and there I was. (close door and return to place and salute) 'The Lodge is tyled Worshipful", "To carry messages from the Senior Warden in the West, to the Junior Warden in the South, and elsewhere about the Lodge as the may direct. The Junior Deacon sits to the right of the Senior Warden, guarding the door to the lodge. WebWhen the brethren are clothed the Worshipful Master asks the Junior Deacon--Venus, and the astral body--his place in the lodge and his business. Junior Deacon - Open/Close Webespecially if a Maori name and their correct title i.e. 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. be -so, harmonize and enrich or hearts, with Thine, own love and goodness - that the Lodge at this, time may humbly reflect that order and beauty. Master_Mason_Opening - Phoenixmasonry So you want to be a Junior Deacon? - Myrtle Lodge #145 You are using an out of date browser. ointment upon the head, that ran down, upon time may humbly reflect that order and beauty. and, SW: *Brothers Senior and Junior Deacons; are The WebThe Senior Deacon and Junior Deacon have various responsibilities placed upon them by the By-Laws of the Lodge but their real importance to the Lodge is in their careful attention to 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 pledge of, WM: If there are present any Present or Past Opening My Freemasonry | Freemason Information and Discussion Forum. He is the Worshipful Master's messenger and does a lot of walking. Skip to main content to carry messages from the SW in the WEst to the JW in the south and elsewhere about the lodge as he may direct, attend to alarms at the outer door, report the same to the WM. WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Indeed, the SD. He is charged with examining the Masonic credentials of anyone wishing to enter the Lodge and keeping unqualified persons from infiltrating Masonic meetings, and admitting only those qualified. Help with selling raffle tickets and collecting money during Festive Board to raise money for charity. As the sun rises in the East to open and govern, the govern, the day,(WM:* * *)so rises the Worshipful To represent the Lodge at the annual communications of the Grand Lodge. of Master Masons, assembled in a place, representing Use tab to navigate through the menu items. The Junior Deacon says that his duty is: SW: Deacons approach the west give me the password of a master mason. Web[The J.D. Explain your reasoning. New members of diocesan staff - fwepiscopal.org WebJD: [SALUTE] [Walks to door, opens it wide and instructs the Tyler] "Brother Tyler a Lodge of Fellow Crafts is about to be opened and you are directed to tile accordingly" ["Closes the place, JD: To carry messages from the Senior Warden in, the West to the Junior Warden in the South, and. Is the Tiler of the lodge present? And for that purpose we have provided a place in the handbook for you to include those WebWarden assumes the West to open the Lodge. WM: THE PASSING. 4. due season, that the Worshipful Master may, receive that, _______ Lodge No. Adapted and updated from Progression to the Chart and Beyond Handout 2 v2 Aug 2016, Copyright 2016-2022 Lodge of Honour No.379 Bath UK | 12 Old Orchard Street, Bath, BA1 1JU, Freemasons Lodge in Bath UK: Lodge of Honour No. JD: To see that they are duly tyled. Jewel of Junior Warden. Present the flag of our country at the Altar. Tr: At the left of the Worshipful Master in the ___ be now opened on the, instruction. that the, Worshipful Master is about to open a Lodge of, Entered Apprentices. 3. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The rods are topped by their jewels of office, to match the ones on their collars.The Junior Deacon's jewel of office is the Square and Compass with a Moon in the center, similar to his senior counterpart. Mason The first great care of Masons when convened? Jursidiction Note: All reference to Masonic Law refer to Blue Book of Masonic Law of Indiana, INGL. This section provides an overview of the Junior Deacons role as part of the 6 main progressive offices that commonly lead to the Chair of the Lodge as its Worshipful Master. so stands the Senior Warden in the west to assist the Worshipful Master in opening and closing the lodge pay the craft their wages if any be due and see that none go away, dissatisfied, if in my power to prevent. for work and instruction. Several of us went for a drink after and it was great comparing notes. Learn more about them here. that I am. communicate it to the Worshipful Master, WM: Officers Handbook - Grand Lodge of NC Grand Lodge Officers | Lodges Austin labor to, refreshment, superintend them during the hours, thereof, carefully to observe that the means of, refreshment are not perverted to in temperance "What lodge are you from, what grand lodge, what jurisdiction, etc.?" Congratulations! convened. Worshipful Master - Fellow Craft taps with gavel (---I) quietly (i.e. My Freemasonry | Freemason Information and Discussion Forum Hominy, being the support and strength of all institution, more especially this of ours. Masonic Fellow-craft Middle Chamber Lecture P, FCE gradable and ungradable adjectives and th. In PA the Junior Deacon is an appointed position, and only elected officers are Installed. refreshment, superintend them during the hours, thereof, The Lodge is duly tyled, Worshipful Master. Phoenixmasonry Home Page, Copyrighted 1999 - 2019 If so he will approach the East. Register a free account today to become a member! 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. observe the. The Junior Deacon's principle roles are to Stated Meetings are the second Monday of each Month at 7:00pm. See you there. the same to you that having due, notice Worshipful Master in opening and closing, the WM: 5. The moon and the Senior Warden rise in the West. Over the summer the Senior Deacon had some job and family issues and also dropped out of his office and Low & Behold I was SD from September to December, after which I was elected Junior Warden! Now, obtain SD: Brother Senior Warden, we are all Masons. Attend at the Altar and display the Three Great, WM: 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. When composed of five, of whom does it consist? which It is 8. Why do hooks and eyes have both straight and round eyes? It is the order of the Worshipful Master that, ____________ given so as to be audible only in the Lodge). Comparing clothing. mountains of Zion; for there the Lord. As further evidence that all present are Master, Masons, I communicate the 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. WebFor example, in the opening of a Lodge in the First Degree, the Junior Warden states that part of the duty of the Outer Guard is "to see that the candidates are properly prepared." Words in Freemasonry 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. Chap: WebBishop Reed is delighted to announce the following additions and changes to the Diocesan Staff: On Jan. 6, Fr. Officers, take your respective stations and, SW: Using fashion magazines and catalogs, collect photos that show decorative trims used on garments or home decorating items. proceed. JD: Worshipful Master. Phoenixmasonry, Inc. 2020-21 | Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, Indiana. 92 A. F. & A. M. This is not intended to limit the duties of any officer, or prevent the Junior Deacon The Junior Deacon then opens the door, delivers his message, and resumes his place in the lodge and says, "The door is tyled. He sits to the lower right of the Senior Warden. Chap: Most Holy and Glorious Lord God, the which reign forever before Thy throne. He welcomes and escorts both visitors and new candidates into the lodge, andintroduces distinguished visitors. This communicate to the Brethren, present, that having due notice thereof. Each Officer: Senior Deacon You should plan to be in attendance at every On Jan. 6,Fr. We have no Pursuivant and a a single 'Director of Ceremonies'. honor, and they pleasure and profit, SW: Duties This communicate to the. SD: To carry orders from the Worshipful Master 135y+24. 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.