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Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa December 19, 2017 Quick Links Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Blog Scottish Rite Events 2018  Dates January 20th Blue Lodge Breakfast January 31st Spring Reunion Showcase February 15th Consistro Bistro February 22nd AASR Annual Meeting March 2nd/3rd Spring Reunion (4th-18th Degrees) March 15th Spring Reunion (19th - 22nd Degrees) March 23rd/24th Spring Reunion (23rd-32nd Degrees) Des Moines  Valley Officers Gregory R. Spooner, 33° Master of Kadosh Des Moines Consistory Wade E. Sheeler, 33° Venerable Master Lodge of Perfection Rusty L. Hill 33° Wise Master Chapter Rose Croix Ryan A. Genest, 32° KCCH  Commander Council of Kadosh Shane A. Harshbarger 33° GC  Secretary/Registrar Advisory Conference Bryce B. Hildreth  33°  Personal Representative Richard G. Langdon 33° Assistant Personal Representative Ronald D. Lindhart 33° Assistant Personal Representative  Samuel G. Wise 33°  Assistant Personal Representative  Mark A. Clark 33° Assistant Personal Representative  The Scottish Rite Mission Statement The mission of Des Moines Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is to increase the knowledge of its members through expanded and enlightened teachings of the basic Masonic principles; to expand Masonic Fraternalism; to inform and educate the non-Masonic public about Freemasonry;  to develop, promote, support its charitable projects; and to provide assistance and support to the Symbolic Lodges and Masons in Central Iowa. 2018 Installation of Officers  On December 13, 2017 we installed our 2018 Officers Consistory Master of Kadosh      Gregory R. Spooner, 33° Prior                             Eldon F. Walton, 33° Preceptor                      Samuel G. Wise, 33° Chancellor                  Jack R. Schreiber, 33° Minister of State            William L. Knoll, 33° Almoner                 Brian D. Pappaducas, 33° Assistant Almoner        Daniel R. Hobson, 33° Registrar       Shane A. Harshbarger, 33° G.C. Treasurer                    Richard Koch, Jr., 33° Tiler            Carl J. Van Der Kamp, 32° KCCH        Council of Kadosh                Commander         Ryan A. Genest, 32° KCCH 1st Lt. Commander                      Robert E. Buising Jr., 32° KCCH 2nd Lt. Commander      Jason W. Fenton, 32°

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

December 6, 2017

Scottish Rite Holiday Party

  

W. Charles Smithson, Master of Kadosh & 

Gregory R. Spooner, Master of Kadosh elect cordially invite you and your lady

to the 2017 Installation of Officers and Scottish Rite Holiday Party

December 13, 2017

5:30 pm - Quarterly Meeting

   (Scottish Rite Masons only)

6:00 pm - Installation of Officers

(SR Members & Guests)

~6:30 pm - Holiday Party

(SR Members & Guests)

Shrimp Cocktail, Gourmet Cheeses &  Vegetable Trays

Stuffed Mushrooms, Italian Meatballs, 

Champagne Salad, Sandwiches, Rosemary Red Potatoes,

Candy Canes, Eggnog, and Libations

There is no cost to attend but a reservation prior to

December 8th will assist us with planning. 

515-288-8927 or rsvp@dmscottishrite.org

OFFICER TABLEAU

Consistory

Master of Kadosh                 Gregory R. Spooner, 33°

Prior                                        Eldon F. Walton, 33°

Preceptor                                 Samuel G. Wise, 33°

Chancellor                             Jack R. Schreiber, 33°

Minister of State                      William L. Knoll, 33°

Almoner                            Brian D. Pappaducas, 33°

Assistant Almoner                   Daniel R. Hobson, 33°

Registrar                  Shane A. Harshbarger, 33° G.C.

Treasurer                               Richard Koch, Jr., 33°

Tyler                     Carl J. Van Der Kamp, 32° KCCH

Lodge of Perfection

Venerable Master                     Wade E. Sheeler, 33°

Senior Warden           Timothy J. Whipple, 32° KCCH

Junior Warden                           Brian J. Nelson, 32°

Chapter Rose Croix

Wise Master                                   Rusty L. Hill, 33°

Senior Warden                 Thomas D. Cox, 32° KCCH

Junior Warden          Bradley A. Reichardt, 32° KCCH

Council of Kadosh

Commander                      Ryan A. Genest, 32° KCCH

Senior Warden          Robert E. Buising Jr., 32° KCCH

Junior Warden                         Jason W. Fenton, 32°

  

Billy Joe Hildreth Funeral/Updates for Reunion Weekend

Scottish Rite Express Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa November 8, 2017 Services for Billy Joe Hildreth, 33° Visitation: Thursday, November 9, 2017 5:00 pm  to 8:00 pm Masonic Service: Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 7:00 pm Ankeny Church of the Brethren 417 SE Grant St. Ankeny, Iowa 50021   Christian & Knights Templar Services: November 10, 2017   11:00 am Ankeny Church of the Brethren 417 SE Grant St. Ankeny, Iowa 50021   Interment will be at the Brethren Cemetery in Elkhart, Iowa

DOUBLE EAGLE GALA " A Night in London" If you haven't made your reservation, please do so by calling 515-288-8927 or email to rsvp@dmscottishrite.org Cost is $55 per person.  It is catered by Barratta's, meal choice of Salmon or Beef Tenderloin.  We have a great evening planned to honor our new Scottish Rite members and Past Master of Kadosh, James A. Spoerl, 33°.  There will be appetizers, libations, banquet, and a band.

Reunion Updates This is just a quick update in preparation for the reunion this weekend. The 2017 Fall Reunion in honor of Illustrious Brother James A. Spoerl, 33° will conclude this weekend.  The first weekend and extra Thursday was excellent and I am sure this weekend will be of equal fun and quality. The class officers are President, Dustin Reed of Arcadia Lodge #249.  Class Secretary is Bill Dayton of Poweshiek #174 and Kevin Griggs of Mt. Olive Lodge #79 is the Orator. We will kick things off with dinner Friday night in the Tapestry room at 5:15 pm.  The kitchen krew will be preparing a Mexican fiesta (tacos, salsa, rice, refried beans, and cinnamon ice cream).  Cost is $10 per person.  The Degrees on Friday night are the Philosophical and Religious Degrees of the Council of Kadosh.  They are a serious and symbolic nature.  The 23rd, Chief of the Tabernacle begins at 6:00 pm, followed by 24th at 6:35 pm, 25th at 7:25 pm, 26th at 8:00 pm, and the 27th at 8:40 pm.  They are short degrees and are very profound.  The messages introduced in the 23rd are woven throughout this block of degrees, culminating in the 27th Knight of the Sun.  A bit of trivia, the 27th used to be a mandatory degree. Feel free to sleep in a bit on Saturday morning as we are starting the 28th Degree, Knight Commander of the Temple at 10:00 am.  This begins the Chivalric (Templar) degrees of the Scottish Rite.  The 28th is a  great degree with temptation, chivalry, and a great battle scene.  The 29th degree, Knight of St. Andrew, shares the vows and obligations of Knighthood and gives the history of the Knights Templar and their connection to Scottish Rite. Lunch will be in the Tapestry room and will have be a build your own sandwich buffet.  Lunch begins at 11:40 am.  Cost is $8. Then it will be back to the auditorium for the finality of the reunion.  The 30th degree, Knight Kadosh begins at 12:35 pm.  This will complete the Council of Kadosh degrees.  The Consistory degrees (31st & 32nd) are completely different in both form and substance.  The 31st degree takes us to Ancient Egypt for the Court of the Dead at 2:05 pm, while the 32nd Degree (3:15 pm) reveals the Royal Secret. Following the degree work will be our celebration of Scottish Rite Freemasonry, the Double Eagle Gala.  Social hour begins at 5:30 pm.  Our Master of Kadosh, W. Charles Smithson will be your host for the evening as we welcome our new Masters of the Royal Secret and honor our 50 year members.  We have our SGIG Gary L. Sissel and his lady Carole as well as the family of our honoree James A. Spoel, 33rd degree joining us for the festivities. They will be our special guests for the evening.  Baratta's is catering with a choice of Beef Tenderloin or Salmon as the entrée.  Cost is $55 per person. Our band for the Double Eagle Gala is "Beaver Creek Jazz".  It is a great band that is always popular with a wide range of songs and styles so bring your dancing shoes.

Reunion Schedule FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2017 5:15 PM              DINNER (Tacos) COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 6:00 PM              23rd Degree    Chief of the Tabernacle 6:35 PM              24th Degree    Prince of the Tabernacle 7:25 PM              25th Degree    Knight of the Brazen                                                        Serpent 8:00 PM              26th Degree    Prince of Mercy 8:40 PM              27th Degree    Knight of the Sun SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2017 9:45 AM             CLASS ASSEMBLES 10:00 AM           28th Degree     Knight Commander of                                                     Temple 10:55 AM           29th Degree     Scottish Knight of St.                                                      Andrew 11:25 AM          Class Picture 11:40 AM          LUNCH (Build your own sandwich) 12:35 PM          30th Degree       Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 2:05 PM            31st Degree       Inspector Inquisitor 3:15 PM            32nd Degree      (1st) Master of the                                                          Royal Secret 4:05 PM            32nd Degree      (2nd) Master of the                                                        Royal Secret 5:30 PM            SOCIAL HOUR 6:30 PM            CLASS BANQUET & DOUBLE EAGLE GALA

SR Express - Passing of a Brother

November 6, 2017          Billy Joe Hildreth, 33°

It is with regret, we announce the passing of Illustrious Brother Billy Joe Hildreth 33º.    Billy Joe joined the Scottish Rite in the Fall of 1973 becoming a Master of the Royal Secret on October 27, 1973.  He served more than 20 years as Chairman of the Dining Room Committee and was an active ritualist.  He was the 2nd recipient of the Loring S. Parker award for outstanding ritual.  Illustrious Brother Hildreth was invested a Knight Commander of the Court of Honour in 1981 and coroneted a 33º Inspector General Honorary in 1997.  He served as Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery KT of Iowa in 2000 and Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter RAM of Iowa in 2012.   Billy Joe was a major donor to Scottish Rite and Masonic Charities.  He was the father of Ill. Bryce B. Hildreth, PGM, and Personal Representative of the SGIG for the Des Moines Valley. Memorials in his honor may be made to: The Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation (519 Park Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309) or the Knights Templar Eye Foundation (519 Park Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309) Visitation: November 9, 2017 5p to 8p  Ankeny Church of the Brethren 417 SE Grant St. Ankeny, Iowa 50021 Christian &; Knights Templar Services: November 10, 2017 11:00 am Ankeny Church of the Brethren 417 SE Grant St. Ankeny, Iowa 50021 Interment will be at the Brethren Cemetery in Elkhart, Iowa

Double Eagle Gala Early Registration Ends Today!

November 3, 2017 Double Eagle Gala An Evening in London November 11, 2017 W. Charles Smithson, Master of Kadosh & the officers of the Des Moines Scottish Rite cordially invite you and your lady to the 2017 Double Eagle Gala  5:30 pm - Social Hour Hors de oeuvres & Libations 6:30 pm - Consistory Reunion Banquet Honoring the James A. Spoerl, 33° Memorial Class Special Guest: Sovereign Grand Inspector General of Iowa, Gary L. Sissel,  33° Grand Secretary General of the Supreme Council Menu: Choice of Smoked Beef Tenderloin or Salmon with Lemon Banquet by Baratta's Restaurant & Catering 8:00 pm - Double Eagle Gala Dance Music provided by Beaver Creek Jazz  Black Tie Optional Tickets are $45 each prior to November 3rd  & $55 each after.   Payment necessary with reservation Please mail RSVP and payment to: Des Moines Consistory 519 Park St Des Moines IA 50309 or call the office with Credit Card at  515-288-8927

Reunion Schedule FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2017 5:15 PM              DINNER (Tacos) COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 6:00 PM              23rd Degree    Chief of the Tabernacle 6:35 PM              24th Degree    Prince of the Tabernacle 7:25 PM              25th Degree    Knight of the Brazen                                                        Serpent 8:00 PM              26th Degree    Prince of Mercy 8:40 PM              27th Degree    Knight of the Sun SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2017 9:45 AM             CLASS ASSEMBLES 10:00 AM           28th Degree     Knight Commander of                                                     Temple 10:55 AM           29th Degree     Scottish Knight of St.                                                      Andrew 11:25 AM          Class Picture 11:40 AM          LUNCH (Build your own sandwich) 12:35 PM          30th Degree       Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 2:05 PM            31st Degree       Inspector Inquisitor 3:15 PM            32nd Degree      (1st) Master of the                                                          Royal Secret 4:05 PM            32nd Degree      (2nd) Master of the                                                        Royal Secret 5:30 PM            SOCIAL HOUR 6:30 PM            CLASS BANQUET & DOUBLE EAGLE GALA

SR Express - Fall Gala/Reunion Schedule

October 30, 2017 Double Eagle Gala An Evening in London November 11, 2017 W. Charles Smithson, Master of Kadosh & the officers of the Des Moines Scottish Rite cordially invite you and your lady to the 2017 Double Eagle Gala  5:30 pm - Social Hour Hors de oeuvres & Libations 6:30 pm - Consistory Reunion Banquet Honoring the James A. Spoerl, 33° Memorial Class Special Guest: Sovereign Grand Inspector General of Iowa, Gary L. Sissel,  33° Grand Secretary General of the Supreme Council Menu: Choice of Smoked Beef Tenderloin or Salmon with Lemon Banquet by Baratta's Restaurant &; Catering 8:00 pm - Double Eagle Gala Dance Music provided by Beaver Creek Jazz  Black Tie Optional Tickets are $45 each prior to November 3rd  & $55 each after.   Payment necessary with reservation Please mail RSVP and payment to: Des Moines Consistory 519 Park St Des Moines IA 50309 or call the office with Credit Card at  515-288-8927

Reunion Schedule FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2017 5:15 PM              DINNER (Tacos) COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 6:00 PM              23rd Degree    Chief of the Tabernacle 6:35 PM              24th Degree    Prince of the Tabernacle 7:25 PM              25th Degree    Knight of the Brazen                                                        Serpent 8:00 PM              26th Degree    Prince of Mercy 8:40 PM              27th Degree    Knight of the Sun SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2017 9:45 AM             CLASS ASSEMBLES 10:00 AM           28th Degree     Knight Commander of                                                     Temple 10:55 AM           29th Degree     Scottish Knight of St.                                                      Andrew 11:25 AM          Class Picture 11:40 AM          LUNCH (Build your own sandwich) 12:35 PM          30th Degree       Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 2:05 PM            31st Degree       Inspector Inquisitor 3:15 PM            32nd Degree      (1st) Master of the                                                          Royal Secret 4:05 PM            32nd Degree      (2nd) Master of the                                                        Royal Secret 5:30 PM            SOCIAL HOUR 6:30 PM            CLASS BANQUET & DOUBLE EAGLE GALA

SR Express - Fall Reunion Schedule

October 23, 2017 Fall Reunion unites new members and old. The Des Moines Valley of Scottish Rite kicked off  the 1st weekend of the Fall Reunion honoring Ill. Brother JamesSpoerl, 33° on Friday, October 20th and Saturday, October 21st. On Friday evening the class was received and welcomed by Master of Kadosh, W. Charles Smithson, 33° and the ranking officers of the Lodge of Perfection, Chapter Rose Croix, and the Council of Kadosh of the Des Moines Scottish Rite.   The members of the James A. Spoerl, 33° Memorial Class are: Ryan C. Brodie Waveland Park #654     Topline Signer: Daniel R. Hobson, 33° William R. Dayton    Poweshiek #174      Topline Signer: James T. McLaughlin, 32° Al M. Fering           Gnemeth #577          Topline Signer: Thomas D. Cox, 32° KCCH Kevin M. Griggs     Mt. Olive #79            Topline Signer: Gary F. Achenbach, 32° Mitchell A. Petty    Snow #44              Topline Signer: Russell E. Saffell, 32° Dustin T. Reed     Arcadia #249         Topline Signer: William R. Yungclas, 32° KCCH Matthew W. Wagner   Gnemeth #577     Topline Signer: Richard Koch, Jr., 33° Following the opening, the 4th through 8th Degrees were presented before adjourning for the evening.  Labor resumed at 8am on Saturday morning, beginning with the 9th &; 10th Degrees and then followed by the 11th through 14th Degrees. An excellent steak sandwich lunch was prepared by the Kitchen Krew.  The afternoon picked up where we left off with the 15th through 18th Degrees being presented.  A social hour capped the day with light hors d'oeuvres, and libations being served by the Kitchen Krew and Knights of St. Andrew. A very sincere thank you to all of committees who worked hard to receive in our new Scottish Rite Masons. We couldn't have done it without our Kitchen Krew, Class Marshals, Knights of St. Andrew, Lights & Sound, Stage Crew, Tylers, Wardrobe, Choir and of course the Ritualists. Please put Thursday, Oct 26th on your calendar as we will be performing the 19th through 22nd degrees that evening beginning at 5:45pm. The 2nd weekend of the Reunion will be Friday and Saturday, Nov. 10-11th with the 23rd through 32nd Degrees being performed followed the Des Moines Scottish Rite Gala, "A Night in London".

Reunion Schedule THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2017 5:00 PM              DINNER (Chili) 5:40 PM              CLASS ASSEMBLES COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 5:45 PM              19th Degree    Grand Pontiff 6:40 PM              20th Degree    Master of the Symbolic                                                    Lodge 7:40 PM              21st Degree     Noachite or Prussian                                                      Knight 8:55 PM              22nd Degree    Knight of the Royal Axe 9:40 PM             Homemade Pizza FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2017 5:15 PM              DINNER (Tacos) COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 6:00 PM              23rd Degree    Chief of the Tabernacle 6:35 PM              24th Degree    Prince of the Tabernacle 7:25 PM              25th Degree    Knight of the Brazen                                                        Serpent 8:00 PM              26th Degree    Prince of Mercy 8:40 PM              27th Degree    Knight of the Sun SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2017 9:45 AM             CLASS ASSEMBLES 10:00 AM           28th Degree     Knight Commander of                                                     Temple 10:55 AM           29th Degree     Scottish Knight of St.                                                      Andrew 11:25 AM          Class Picture 11:40 AM          LUNCH (Build your own sandwich) 12:35 PM          30th Degree       Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 2:05 PM            31st Degree       Inspector Inquisitor 3:15 PM            32nd Degree      (1st) Master of the                                                          Royal Secret 4:05 PM            32nd Degree      (2nd) Master of the                                                        Royal Secret 5:30 PM            SOCIAL HOUR 6:30 PM            CLASS BANQUET &; DOUBLE EAGLE GALA

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

Fall Reunion Starts Tonight October 20, 2017 Details for Fall Reunion and Double Eagle Gala The 2017 Fall Reunion in honor of James A. Spoerl, 33° kicks off tonight. We begin with dinner catered by Famous Dave's BBQ.  Pulled pork, Hot Sausage, Mashed Potatoes, Mac & Cheese, Famous Apples are on the menu for $10.  Dinner will be in the Tapestry room on 2nd floor beginning at 5:00 pm.  Cost is $10 per person. The officers and members will receive the members of the James A. Spoerl, 33° class in the auditorium at 6:00 pm and proceed directly into the 4th Degree, Secret Master.  This degree begins the Lodge of Perfection degrees and expands on the drama of the 3rd Degree.  We will confer the 4th to 8th Degrees tonight and the 9th to 18th tomorrow.   Lunch tomorrow is a ribeye steak sandwich grilled up by the Kitchen Krew.  We will have snacks and libations following the 18th Degree on Saturday. New to our calendar this fall is a Thursday night reunion component.  On October 26th we will have the 19th to 22nd Degrees followed by pizza and Nut Brown Ale. We finish our fall reunion with the 23rd to 27th Degrees on Friday, November 10th and the 28th to 32nd Degrees on November 11th. Following the degree work will be our celebration of Scottish Rite Freemasonry, the Double Eagle Gala.  Social hour begins at 5:30 pm, dinner at 6:30 pm and dance to follow.   We will welcome our new Masters of the Royal Secret and their ladies as well as honor our 50 year members.  Baratta's is catering with a choice of Beef Tenderloin or Salmon as the entrée.  Cost is $45 per person with payment and reservations prior to November 3rd.  Our band for the Double Eagle Gala is "Beaver Creek Jazz".  It is a great band that is always popular with a wide range of songs and styles. See you tonight!

FALL REUNION STARTS TONIGHT    Click link below for Scottish Rite Petition  Scottish Rite Petition FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2017 5:00 PM              DINNER BUFFET 5:45 PM              CLASS ASSEMBLES 6:00 PM              RECEIVE CLASS LODGE OF PERFECTION DEGREES 6:25 PM              4th Degree      Secret Master 7:10 PM              5th Degree      Perfect Master 7:55 PM              6th Degree      Confidential Secretary 8:30 PM              7th Degree      Provost and Judge 9:05 PM              8th Degree      Intendant of the Building 9:30 PM              DISMISSAL   SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2017 7:45 AM             CLASS ASSEMBLES 8:00 AM              9th Degree      Elu of the Nine                          10th Degree     Elu of the Fifteen 8:50 AM             11th Degree     Elu of the Twelve 9:40 AM             12th Degree     Master Architect 10:20 AM           13th Degree     Royal Arch of Solomon 11:05 AM           14th Degree     Perfect Elu 11:55 AM            LUNCH CHAPTER OF ROSE CROIX DEGREES 12:50 PM           15th Degree     Knight of the East 1:50 PM             16th Degree     Prince of Jerusalem 2:50 PM             17th Degree     Knight of the East &                                                        West 3:55 PM              18th Degree    Knight Rose Croix 5:10 PM              SOCIAL HOUR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2017 5:00 PM              DINNER 5:40 PM              CLASS ASSEMBLES COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 5:45 PM              19th Degree    Grand Pontiff 6:40 PM              20th Degree    Master of the Symbolic                                                    Lodge 7:40 PM              21st Degree     Noachite or Prussian                                                      Knight 8:55 PM              22nd Degree    Knight of the Royal Axe FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2017 5:15 PM              DINNER COUNCIL OF KADOSH DEGREES 6:00 PM              23rd Degree    Chief of the Tabernacle 6:35 PM              24th Degree    Prince of the Tabernacle 7:25 PM              25th Degree    Knight of the Brazen                                                        Serpent 8:00 PM              26th Degree    Prince of Mercy 8:40 PM              27th Degree    Knight of the Sun SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2017 9:45 AM             CLASS ASSEMBLES 10:00 AM           28th Degree     Knight Commander of                                                     Temple 10:55 AM           29th Degree     Scottish Knight of St.                                                      Andrew 11:25 AM          Class Picture 11:40 AM          LUNCH 12:35 PM          30th Degree       Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 2:05 PM            31st Degree       Inspector Inquisitor 3:15 PM            32nd Degree      (1st) Master of the                                                          Royal Secret 4:05 PM            32nd Degree      (2nd) Master of the                                                        Royal Secret 5:30 PM            SOCIAL HOUR 6:30 PM            CLASS BANQUET & DOUBLE EAGLE GALA