Scottish Rite Express Valley of Des Moines - Orient of Iowa December 21, 2016

Celebrate the Birthday of Albert Pike 

Albert Pike was the longest serving Grand Commander of the Scottish Rite of the Southern Jurisdiction. Joining the Scottish Rite in 1853, he was instrumental in making Scottish Rite what it is today. During his 32 years as Grand Commander, he took an obscure Masonic organization begun in Charleston, South Carolina and made it into the largest most well known appendant

5:30 pm Social Hour        body of Freemasonry.   

6:30 pm Dinner & Program

All activities are at Buzzard Billy's

On Thursday, December 29th, we will celebrate and pay tribute to his legacy. As Pike began his Scottish Rite career in New Orleans, we thought a cajun flavored affair would be a fun way to celebrate. This special event will take place at Buzzard Billy's (615 3rd Street - Des Moines) and will be similar in nature to our Royal Mile event each summer. 

Our program will share some little known facts and trivia about the life of Albert Pike. In addition to his Masonic career, Pike was an explorer, attorney, Indian agent, author, Civil War General (CSA), historian, poet, and philosopher. 

This event is open only to Master Masons and is limited to the first 45 reservations (due to space constraints).

Cost is $20 per person and advance payment is required by calling the AASR officer 515-288-8927 or rsvp@dmscottishrite.org.

      

Scottish Rite Express ~Valley of Des Moines ----- Orient of Iowa

December 13, 2016

Announcing the passing of             Brother Terry L. Hudik, 32° KCCH

Brethren, We are saddened to report the passing of Terry L. Hudik, 32° KCCH. His funeral will begin at 10 a.m., Friday, at Merle Hay Funeral Home with burial to follow at Pleasant Corners Cemetery near Eddyville. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home with a Masonic and Knights Templar service at 7 p.m. Terry Lee, the son of Frank and Mamie (Rada) Hudik, was born October 6, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois. He proudly served in the U.S.Army. Terry had a long career with the Chicago Police Department, and another long career as a criminal justice analyst for the State of Iowa. Terry had co-owned American Central Airlines with his brother and American Ambulance with his wife. He was an active Mason, as a member and Past Master of Gnemeth Lodge #577 and Past Grand Commander of York Rite. He enjoyed reading, playing poker, and spending time in his RV. He also was a big fan of the Chicago Bears and NASCAR. Terry joined the Des Moines Scottish Rite and received his 32° in November of 2005.  He received his Knight Commander Court of Honour in November of 2009. He also served as Chairman of the Electric Technicians.  Keep his family in your thoughts and prayers. Sincerely and Fraternally, Shane A. Harshbarger Secretary/Registrar

Scottish Rite Express ~ Valley of Des Moines -- Orient of Iowa

December 7, 2016

Scottish Rite Holiday Party

Gregory L. Andersen, Master of Kadosh &;  W. Charles Smithson, Master of Kadosh elect cordially invite you and your lady to the 2016 Installation of Officers and Scottish Rite Holiday Party

December 14, 2016

5:45 pm  Quarterly Meeting

(Scottish Rite Masons only)

6:15 pm   Installation of Officers

(SR Members & Guests)

7:00 pm   Holiday Party

(SR Members & Guests)

Shrimp Cocktail, Cheese &  Vegetable Trays

Stuffed Mushrooms, Ravioli, Italian Meatballs, 

Champagne Salad, Brown Sugar Glazed Baked Ham, Cheesy Potatoes

There is no cost to attend but a reservation prior to December 9th will assist  

us with planning.  

515-288-8927 or rsvp@dmscottishrite.org

 

SR Express - Passing of a Brother ~ Valley of Des Moines -- Orient of Iowa

Announcing the passing of           Brother Robert W. Kilfoil, 32° KCCH

Brethren,   We are saddened to report the passing of Robert W. Kilfoil, 32° KCCH. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday morning, Nov. 26 at the Wallace Family Funeral Home with burial to follow at the Newton Union Cemetery. A public Masonic Service will be at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 at the funeral home. The family will greet friends with a coffee time from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 at the funeral home. Robert W. Kilfoil passed from this life to join his beloved Mary the evening of Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, just a few days shy of his 88th birthday. Robert was born Nov. 23, 1928, to Ruth and Joseph Kilfoil in Knoxville. His family moved to Lovilia, where he attended school in a one-room schoolhouse. He graduated from the eighth grade and continued his education by helping his family during the depression. Robert was a World War II veteran, enlisting in the Navy and serving on the U.S.S. Boxer. Following the war, he returned to Iowa, where he met the love of his life, Mary. They were wed on Christmas Day in 1951 in State Center. They moved to Newton in 1955, where Robert was a mechanic at Hawkeye Garage, and then in the maintenance department at Maytag for 31 years. Around the time they moved to Newton, Robert was accepted into the Masonic Lodge where he held many offices through the years, traveling extensively, and attaining his 50-year certificate of membership. Robert joined the Des Moines Scottish Rite and received his 32° in April of 1965.  He received his Knight Commander Court of Honour in October of 1991. He was a 50 year member.    Keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.   Sincerely and Fraternally, Shane A. Harshbarger Secretary/Registrar

Scottish Rite Announcement,

All,

I put together this reunion schedule for the 2 AASR classes.  I thought you might appreciate having it as well.  We start bright and early at 7:30 am in the auditorium with the 23^rd degree and receive the special one day class at 8:00 am in the blue lodge room.  The two classes will merge together at lunch.  Lunch will be in the tapestry room (cavetelli, salad, garlic bread, cupcakes) and the class picture will be on the front steps (weather permitting).

We have four petitions in house for the one day with at least two more that are to come today or tomorrow.  That would give us 12 total for the reunion.  If you know of any others please keep me looped in.  It is always easier to create a name tag and throw it away than not to have one for a new guy.

The gala begins at 6:10 pm with social hour and dinner at 7:00 pm.  Barattas is the caterer and Beaver Creek Jazz is the band.  Cost is $40 – choice of salmon or beef tenderloin.  We will have representatives from both the Donald Driscoll family and the Dale Klauss family as well as our SGIG Gary Sissel and his lady, Carole.

~Shane

Shane A. Harshbarger

Scottish Rite Consistory

Office: 515-288-8927

Fax: 515-288-8929

Cell: 515-865-4727

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Scottish Rite Express ~ Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa

November 4, 2016   You and your lady are cordially invited to attend the 2016 Fall Reunion Class Banquet and Double Eagle Gala for the Des Moines Valley of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States of America at the Scottish Rite Consistory Sixth Avenue and Park Street, Des Moines, Iowa Saturday, November 12, 2016 6:15 PM ♦ Cocktails and Hors de Oeuvres 7:00 PM ♦ Class Banquet honoring Donald A. Driscoll, 33° & Dale L. Klauss, 33° Special Guest: Sovereign Grand Inspector General Gary L. Sissel, 33° Grand Secretary General of the Supreme Council A.A.S.R. Choice of Beef Tenderloin Filet or Baked Salmon by Barrata's 8:00 PM ♦ Double Eagle Gala featuring Beaver Creek Jazz Sincerely and Fraternally, Gregory L. Andersen 33°                Bryce B. Hildreth, 33° Master of Kadosh 2016              Personal Representative of                                                                                      S.G.I.G.   Please reserve _____ tickets to the Banquet and Double Eagle Gala  ($40 each)    Name(s):________________________              Beef Tenderloin or Salmon  Name(s):________________________                Beef Tenderloin or  Salmon  Reservations & payment requested prior to November 5th, 2016. Please mail RSVP and payment to Des Moines Consistory 519 Park Street X Des Moines, Iowa 50309                      rsvp@dmscottishrite.org or 515-288-8927 Black Tie optional with Scottish Rite Cap   Special One-Day Reunion Class Come one! Come all!   The Des Moines Consistory is hosting a special abbreviated reunion format on November 12, 2016.  A Master Mason can become a Master of the Royal Secret (32°) in just one day.   This reunion will honor two outstanding Scottish Rite Masons, Dale Klauss, 33°and Donald Driscoll, 33°.  We will begin the day in Symbolic Lodge room at 8:00 am. These new brothers will receive the 4th (Secret Master), 14th (Perfect Elu), and 18th (Knight Rose Croix) degree in this location and then meet up with the long form class at lunch in the Tapestry room.  Following lunch we will adjourn to the auditorium for the 29th degree (Knight of St. Andrew), 30th (Knight of Kadosh), 31st (Inspector Inquisitor) and then the culmination of the Scottish Rite, Master of the Royal Secret (32°). The evening will conclude with the Double Eagle Gala.  This event will feature a choice of filet or salmon, an amazing band (Beaver Creek Jazz), and a great event to showcase Scottish Rite.  Your lady and your friends are invited to share in the festivities.  All candidates receive two tickets to the Gala as part of the initiation fee of $325. Now is the time to follow up with your lodge brother who has expressed an interest in Scottish Rite or that you know will benefit from becoming a member.  Should you have question or need a petition please contact the Scottish Rite office (515-288-8927) or rsvp@dmscottisrite.org. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2016 8:00 AM          Class Assembles 8:20 AM          4th Degree        Secret Master 9:30 AM          14th Degree      Prefect Elu 10:40 AM        18th Degree      Knight Rose Croix 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:35 PM        CLASS PICTURES 12:50 PM        29th Degree      Scottish Knight of                                                         St. Andrew 1:35 PM           30th Degree      Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 3:00 PM          31st Degree       Inspector Inquisitor 4:10 PM          32nd Degree     Master of the Royal                                                     Secret (1st Section) 5:05 PM          32nd Degree     Master of the Royal                                                     Secret (2nd Section) 6:10 PM          SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM          DOUBLE EAGLE GALA The cost to join the Scottish Rite is $325.00 and includes the 2017 dues.  Candidates receive all of the reunion meals, the 14th degree pyramid, Bridge to Light book, Scottish Rite pin, Patent of Membership, Class picture, and two tickets to the Gala for the initiation fee.  Remember this is in addition to the regular reunion.    ____________________________ FULL REUNION SCHEDULE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2016 7:30 AM          23rd Degree          Chief of the                                                                     Tabernacle 8:05 AM          24th Degree          Prince of the                                                                    Tabernacle 8:55 AM          25th Degree          Knight of the                                                                    Brazen Serpent 9:35 AM          26th Degree          Prince of Mercy 10:15 AM        27th Degree          Knight of the Sun 11:15 AM        28th Degree          Knight Commander                                                         of Temple 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:35 PM         CLASS PICTURES 12:50 PM        29th Degree           Scottish Knight of St.                                                             Andrew 1:35 PM           30th Degree          Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 3:00 PM          31st Degree            Inspector Inquisitor 4:10 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (1st Section) 5:05 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (2nd Section) 6:10 PM          SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM          DOUBLE EAGLE GALA 2016 EVENTS November 12th  3rd Saturday (23° - 32°) December 14th  SR Meeting/Holiday Party

Scottish Rite Express ~ Valley of Des Moines --- Orient of Iowa

November 1, 2016 Special One-Day Reunion Class Come one! Come all!   The Des Moines Consistory is hosting a special abbreviated reunion format on November 12, 2016.  A Master Mason can become a Master of the Royal Secret (32°) in just one day.   This reunion will honor two outstanding Scottish Rite Masons, Dale Klauss, 33°and Donald Driscoll, 33°.  We will begin the day in Symbolic Lodge room at 8:00 am. These new brothers will receive the 4th (Secret Master), 14th (Perfect Elu), and 18th (Knight Rose Croix) degree in this location and then meet up with the long form class at lunch in the Tapestry room.  Following lunch we will adjourn to the auditorium for the 29th degree (Knight of St. Andrew), 30th (Knight of Kadosh), 31st (Inspector Inquisitor) and then the culmination of the Scottish Rite, Master of the Royal Secret (32°). The evening will conclude with the Double Eagle Gala.  This event will feature a choice of filet or salmon, an amazing band (Beaver Creek Jazz), and a great event to showcase Scottish Rite.  Your lady and your friends are invited to share in the festivities.  All candidates receive two tickets to the Gala as part of the initiation fee of $325. Now is the time to follow up with your lodge brother who has expressed an interest in Scottish Rite or that you know will benefit from becoming a member.  Should you have question or need a petition please contact the Scottish Rite office (515-288-8927) or rsvp@dmscottisrite.org. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2016 8:00 AM          Class Assembles 8:20 AM          4th Degree        Secret Master 9:30 AM          14th Degree      Prefect Elu 10:40 AM        18th Degree      Knight Rose Croix 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:35 PM        CLASS PICTURES 12:50 PM        29th Degree      Scottish Knight of                                                         St. Andrew 1:35 PM           30th Degree      Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 3:00 PM          31st Degree       Inspector Inquisitor 4:10 PM          32nd Degree     Master of the Royal                                                     Secret (1st Section) 5:05 PM          32nd Degree     Master of the Royal                                                     Secret (2nd Section) 6:10 PM          SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM          DOUBLE EAGLE GALA The cost to join the Scottish Rite is $325.00 and includes the 2017 dues.  Candidates receive all of the reunion meals, the 14th degree pyramid, Bridge to Light book, Scottish Rite pin, Patent of Membership, Class picture, and two tickets to the Gala for the initiation fee.  Remember this is in addition to the regular reunion.    ____________________________

FULL REUNION SCHEDULE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2016 7:30 AM          23rd Degree          Chief of the                                                                     Tabernacle 8:05 AM          24th Degree          Prince of the                                                                    Tabernacle 8:55 AM          25th Degree          Knight of the                                                                    Brazen Serpent 9:35 AM          26th Degree          Prince of Mercy 10:15 AM        27th Degree          Knight of the Sun 11:15 AM        28th Degree          Knight Commander                                                         of Temple 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:35 PM         CLASS PICTURES 12:50 PM        29th Degree           Scottish Knight of St.                                                             Andrew 1:35 PM           30th Degree          Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 3:00 PM          31st Degree            Inspector Inquisitor 4:10 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (1st Section) 5:05 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (2nd Section) 6:10 PM          SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM          DOUBLE EAGLE GALA

2016 EVENTS November 12th  3rd Saturday (23° - 32°) December 14th  SR Meeting/Holiday Party

Scottish Rite Express ~ Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa

October 25, 2016 Special One-Day Reunion Class The Donald A. Driscoll, 33 and  Dale L. Klauss, 33° Memorial Reunion has been expanded to include a special one-day reunion on November 12th.  It will begin at  8:00 am in the Symbolic Lodge room with the reception of candidates and the 4th degree will begin at 8:20 am.  We will confer the three mandatory degrees (4°, 14°, 18°) that morning.  These new candidates will then join the existing class beginning with lunch at 12:00 pm.  That afternoon they will receive the 29th, 30th, 31st, and 32nd degrees.  Following the degree work will be the 2016 Double Eagle Gala. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2016 8:00 AM          Class Assembles 8:20 AM          4th Degree        Secret Master 9:30 AM          14th Degree      Prefect Elu 10:40 AM        18th Degree      Knight Rose Croix 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:35 PM        CLASS PICTURES 12:50 PM        29th Degree      Scottish Knight of                                                         St. Andrew 1:35 PM           30th Degree      Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 3:00 PM          31st Degree       Inspector Inquisitor 4:10 PM          32nd Degree     Master of the Royal                                                     Secret (1st Section) 5:05 PM          32nd Degree     Master of the Royal                                                     Secret (2nd Section) 6:10 PM          SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM          DOUBLE EAGLE GALA The cost to join the Scottish Rite is $325.00 and includes the 2017 dues.  Candidates receive all of the reunion meals, the 14th degree pyramid, Bridge to Light book, Scottish Rite pin, Patent of Membership, Class picture, and two tickets to the Gala for the initiation fee.  Remember this is in addition to the regular reunion.    ____________________________

FULL REUNION SCHEDULE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2016 CHAPTER OF ROSE CROIX DEGREES 8:00 AM           15th Degree            Knight of the East 9:00 AM           16th Degree            Prince of Jerusalem 10:00 AM        17th Degree             Knight of the East                                                           & West 11:05 PM         18th Degree             Knight Rose Croix 12:20 PM         LUNCH COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 1:15 PM            19th Degree             Grand Pontiff 2:05 PM            20th Degree             Master of the                                                                  Symbolic Lodge 3:00 PM            21st Degree              Noachite or                                                                    Prussian Knight 4:15 PM            22nd Degree            Knight of the                                                                  Royal Axe SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2016 7:30 AM          23rd Degree          Chief of the                                                                     Tabernacle 8:05 AM          24th Degree          Prince of the                                                                    Tabernacle 8:55 AM          25th Degree          Knight of the                                                                    Brazen Serpent 9:35 AM          26th Degree          Prince of Mercy 10:15 AM        27th Degree          Knight of the Sun 11:15 AM        28th Degree          Knight Commander                                                         of Temple 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:35 PM         CLASS PICTURES 12:50 PM        29th Degree           Scottish Knight of St.                                                             Andrew 1:35 PM           30th Degree          Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 3:00 PM          31st Degree            Inspector Inquisitor 4:10 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (1st Section) 5:05 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (2nd Section) 6:10 PM          SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM          DOUBLE EAGLE GALA

2016 EVENTS October 29th      2nd Saturday (15° - 22°) November 12th  3rd Saturday (23° - 32°) December 14th     SR Meeting/Holiday Party

Scottish Rite Day, November 12, 2016

On November 12, 2016, Valleys, Orients and Councils of Deliberations from both the Northern Masonic and Southern Jurisdictions will come together to celebrate the Scottish Rite. It is the first time the fraternity has held such a nationwide day of honor.

We are asking that everyone in both jurisdictions commemorate Scottish Rite Day. Our hope is that you see it as a chance to enjoy a fun, memorable occasion where you can reach out to and connect with your Brothers.

Some states in the NMJ are planning a statewide 32° conferral. Others are planning a banquet with their ladies, where a jewel or medallion presentation will be made to all candidates who received the 32° during 2016. 

Scottish Rite Day is meant to be an enjoyable, inspirational, and meaningful experience for our members. The event will also accord the 32° the recognition and prestige it deserves.

A handsome, new jewel or medallion commissioned. They will be available in November 2016, to all who have been made a Scottish Rite Mason. In the NMJ, each candidate receiving his 32° during 2016, will be presented this one-of-a-kind, commemorative jewel. It will also be available for purchase. 

Scottish Rite Express ~ Valley of Des Moines -- Orient of Iowa ~ October 12, 2016

Fall Reunion begins Saturday Morning! It will be held over three Saturdays and we will confer all 29 Scottish Rite Degrees.  The reunion dates are October 15th, October 29th,  and November 12th.  Following the 32nd degree on November 12th will be the Double Eagle Gala. We call our degree conferrals "Reunions" because the brethren come together to share the special lessons of the Scottish Rite degrees with a new class of candidates.  As we meet to witness and perform these degrees, the teachings of the Scottish Rite are exemplified to our new brothers and reinforced in us anew.   Our first weekend will begin on Saturday, October 15th.  We will confer the 4th to 14th degrees.  If you haven't been to a reunion in the past few years, please consider making a special trip to attend.  It is also important that our new Scottish Rite Masons see familiar faces when they are joining the Scottish Rite.  October 15th will begin promptly at 8:00 am with the reception of the class followed by the 4th Degree.  As you might recall our old friends from the 3rd degree reappear in the 9th and 10th degrees.  This is a great example of how the Scottish Rite expands on the drama of the Symbolic Lodge.  We will portray all of the Lodge of Perfection degrees on this first Saturday.  Following the work, we will have a social hour for all in attendance. The 2nd Saturday of the reunion will take place October 29th beginning with Knight of the East (15th degree) from the Chapter Rose Croix.  The 15th and 16th degrees are some of the oldest "high degrees" in existence.  The theme of the 15th/16th degrees are prevelant in several degree systems in addition to the AASR.  After lunch we will transition the Council of Kadosh and end with the 22nd degree.  This degree is always well performed and a great deal of fun to watch.   November 12th will be the culmination of our Fall Reunion.  We will begin with the 23rd degree, Chief of the Tabernacle, at 7:30 am.  The 23rd to 26th degrees are recent additions to our reunion schedule, each having been portrayed only a few times.  They are the "religious" degrees of the Council of Kadosh and give insight into the early years of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.  If you haven't seen them yet, you are always welcome to be a sideliner during a degree. The end of the day will bring the 32nd degree, Master of the Royal Secret.  This degree shares with our new brothers the Holy Doctrine and the Royal Secret.  It also gives a brief synopsis of all 32 Scottish Rite degrees. Following the 32nd degree, it will be time to celebrate.  All Scottish Rite Masons, their ladies, and friends are invited to celebrate with our new class of candidates at the Double Eagle Gala. This great event will feature our new class, an amazing banquet, music and dancing.  It has become the premier event of our Scottish Rite year.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 7:45 AM           CLASS ASSEMBLES 8:00 AM           RECEIVE CLASS LODGE OF PERFECTION DEGREES 8:20 AM           4th Degree               Secret Master 9:10 AM           5th Degree               Perfect Master 9:55 AM           6th Degree               Confidential                                                                    Secretary 10:35 AM        7th Degree               Provost and Judge 11:10 AM        8th Degree               Intendant of the                                                               Building 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:50 PM         9th Degree              Elu of the Nine                        10th Degree             Elu of the Fifteen 1:40 PM          11th Degree             Elu of the Twelve 2:20 PM          12th Degree             Master  Architect 3:05 PM          13th Degree             Royal Arch of                                                                  Solomon 3:50 PM          14th Degree             Perfect Elu SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2016 CHAPTER OF ROSE CROIX DEGREES 8:00 AM           15th Degree            Knight of the East 9:00 AM           16th Degree            Prince of Jerusalem 10:00 AM        17th Degree             Knight of the East                                                           & West 11:05 PM         18th Degree             Knight Rose Croix 12:20 PM         LUNCH COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 1:15 PM            19th Degree             Grand Pontiff 2:05 PM            20th Degree             Master of the                                                                  Symbolic Lodge 3:00 PM            21st Degree              Noachite or                                                                    Prussian Knight 4:15 PM            22nd Degree            Knight of the                                                                  Royal Axe SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2016 7:30 AM          23rd Degree          Chief of the                                                                     Tabernacle 8:05 AM          24th Degree          Prince of the                                                                    Tabernacle 8:55 AM          25th Degree          Knight of the                                                                    Brazen Serpent 9:35 AM          26th Degree          Prince of Mercy 10:15 AM        27th Degree          Knight of the Sun 11:15 AM        28th Degree          Knight Commander                                                         of Temple 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:35 PM         CLASS PICTURES 12:50 PM        29th Degree           Scottish Knight of St.                                                             Andrew 1:35 PM           30th Degree          Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 3:00 PM          31st Degree            Inspector Inquisitor 4:10 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (1st Section) 5:05 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (2nd Section) 6:10 PM          SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM          DOUBLE EAGLE GALA

2016 EVENTS October 15th      1st Saturday (4° - 14°) October 29th      2nd Saturday (15° - 22°) November 12th  3rd Saturday (23° - 32°) December 7th     SR Meeting/Holiday Party

Scottish Rite Express ~ Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa

October 6, 2016 Fall Reunion begins October 15th! Our 2016 Fall Reunion is just around the corner.  It will be held over three Saturdays and we will confer all 29 Scottish Rite Degrees.  The reunion dates are October 15th, October 29th,  and November 12th.  Following the 32nd degree on November 12th will be the Double Eagle Gala. We call our degree conferrals "Reunions" because the brethren come together to share the special lessons of the Scottish Rite degrees with a new class of candidates.  As we meet to witness and perform these degrees, the teachings of the Scottish Rite are exemplified to our new brothers and reinforced in us anew.   Our first weekend will begin on Saturday, October 15th.  We will confer the 4th to 14th degrees.  If you haven't been to a reunion in the past few years, please consider making a special trip to attend.  It is also important that our new Scottish Rite Masons see familiar faces when they are joining the Scottish Rite.  October 15th will begin promptly at 8:00 am with the reception of the class followed by the 4th Degree.  As you might recall our old friends from the 3rd degree reappear in the 9th and 10th degrees.  This is a great example of how the Scottish Rite expands on the drama of the Symbolic Lodge.  We will portray all of the Lodge of Perfection degrees on this first Saturday.  Following the work, we will have a social hour for all in attendance. The 2nd Saturday of the reunion will take place October 29th beginning with Knight of the East (15th degree) from the Chapter Rose Croix.  The 15th and 16th degrees are some of the oldest "high degrees" in existence.  The theme of the 15th/16th degrees are prevelant in several degree systems in addition to the AASR.  After lunch we will transition the Council of Kadosh and end with the 22nd degree.  This degree is always well performed and a great deal of fun to watch.   November 12th will be the culmination of our Fall Reunion.  We will begin with the 23rd degree, Chief of the Tabernacle, at 7:30 am.  The 23rd to 26th degrees are recent additions to our reunion schedule, each having been portrayed only a few times.  They are the "religious" degrees of the Council of Kadosh and give insight into the early years of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.  If you haven't seen them yet, you are always welcome to be a sideliner during a degree. The end of the day will bring the 32nd degree, Master of the Royal Secret.  This degree shares with our new brothers the Holy Doctrine and the Royal Secret.  It also gives a brief synopsis of all 32 Scottish Rite degrees. Following the 32nd degree, it will be time to celebrate.  All Scottish Rite Masons, their ladies, and friends are invited to celebrate with our new class of candidates at the Double Eagle Gala. This great event will feature our new class, an amazing banquet, music and dancing.  It has become the premier event of our Scottish Rite year.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 7:45 AM           CLASS ASSEMBLES 8:00 AM           RECEIVE CLASS LODGE OF PERFECTION DEGREES 8:20 AM           4th Degree               Secret Master 9:10 AM           5th Degree               Perfect Master 9:55 AM           6th Degree               Confidential                                                                    Secretary 10:35 AM        7th Degree               Provost and Judge 11:10 AM        8th Degree               Intendant of the                                                               Building 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:50 PM         9th Degree              Elu of the Nine                        10th Degree             Elu of the Fifteen 1:40 PM          11th Degree             Elu of the Twelve 2:20 PM          12th Degree             Master  Architect 3:05 PM          13th Degree             Royal Arch of                                                                  Solomon 3:50 PM          14th Degree             Perfect Elu SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2016 CHAPTER OF ROSE CROIX DEGREES 8:00 AM           15th Degree            Knight of the East 9:00 AM           16th Degree            Prince of Jerusalem 10:00 AM        17th Degree             Knight of the East                                                           & West 11:05 PM         18th Degree             Knight Rose Croix 12:20 PM         LUNCH COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 1:15 PM            19th Degree             Grand Pontiff 2:05 PM            20th Degree             Master of the                                                                  Symbolic Lodge 3:00 PM            21st Degree              Noachite or                                                                    Prussian Knight 4:15 PM            22nd Degree            Knight of the                                                                  Royal Axe SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2016 7:30 AM          23rd Degree          Chief of the                                                                     Tabernacle 8:05 AM          24th Degree          Prince of the                                                                    Tabernacle 8:55 AM          25th Degree          Knight of the                                                                    Brazen Serpent 9:35 AM          26th Degree          Prince of Mercy 10:15 AM        27th Degree          Knight of the Sun 11:15 AM        28th Degree          Knight Commander                                                         of Temple 11:50 AM        LUNCH 12:35 PM         CLASS PICTURES 12:50 PM        29th Degree           Scottish Knight of St.                                                             Andrew 1:35 PM           30th Degree          Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 3:00 PM          31st Degree            Inspector Inquisitor 4:10 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (1st Section) 5:05 PM          32nd Degree           Master of the Royal                                                         Secret (2nd Section) 6:10 PM          SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM          DOUBLE EAGLE GALA

2016 EVENTS October 15th      1st Saturday (4° - 14°) October 29th      2nd Saturday (15° - 22°) November 12th  3rd Saturday (23° - 32°) December 7th     SR Meeting/Holiday Party