Des Moines Consistory

DSM Valley Officers

Shane Harshbarger 33°

Master of Kadosh

Des Moines Consistory

Steven F. Jacobsen 32° KCCH

Venerable Master

Lodge of Perfection

Dan Hobson 33°

Wise Master

Chapter Rose Croix

John W. Clearman 33°

Commander

Council of Kadosh

2011 Calendar

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

December 27 - KSA Knighting Ceremony

Scottish Rite Installation & Holiday Party - 2011

Mark December 14th on your calendars for a big day at Scottish Rite!

John Clearman, 33° will be installed as the 2012 Master of Kadosh and Bryce Hildreth, 33° as Commander of the Council of Kadosh along with the other officers of the Des Moines Consistory and the Council of Kadosh.

Immediately following the installation, the 2011 Scottish Rite Officers invite you and your lady to our annual Scottish Rite Holiday Party. Please join us for music, Holiday cheer, food, and libations. There is no cost to attend but reservations are requested for planning purposes. Coat and tie is requested for the installation.

6:00 pm            Scottish Rite Quarterly Meeting (Consistory Classroom)
6:30 pm            Installation of Officers (Consistory Auditorium)
7:00 pm            Scottish Rite Holiday Party (Tapestry Lounge)

Meals from the Heartland

Last year, the Scottish Rite Masons of Central Iowa along with family and friends spent the better part of a Sunday packing 20,000 meals into boxes for our first ever, Meals from the Heartland project. While the packaging was a big part of the job, there were bins to refill, boxes to make, a truck to be loaded, and clean up to be done. In just a few short hours the work was completed and the spirit of charity was felt by all.

On Sunday, December 18th we will participate in this important
project again. There will be two shifts to accommodate busy Holiday schedules. We plan to complete the project by 3:00 pm.
10:00 am Orientation and shift 1 packaging
12:00 pm Lunch (free)
1:00 pm Orientation and shift 2 packaging

This project was made possible by a grant made to the Des Moines Valley by the Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation.

Please contact the SR office to sign up so we can plan appropriately. 515-288-8927 or rsvp@dmscottishrite. org.

Meals from the Heartland

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Last year, the Scottish Rite Masons of Central Iowa along with family and friends spent the better part of a Sunday packing 20,000 meals into boxes for our first ever, Meals from the Heartland project. While the packaging was a big part of the job, there were bins to refill, boxes to make, a truck to be loaded, and clean up to be done. In just a few short hours the work was completed and the spirit of charity was felt by all.

On Sunday, December 18th we will participate in this important

project again. There will be two shifts to accommodate busy Holiday schedules. We plan to complete the project by 3:00 pm.

10:00 am Orientation and Shift #1 packaging

12:00 pm Lunch (Free)

1:00 pm Orientation and Shift #2 packaging

This project was made possible by a grant made to the Des Moines Valley by the Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation.

Please contact the SR office to sign up so we can plan appropriately.

515-288-8927 or rsvp@dmscottishrite. org

New Displays in the Pike Room

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The Albert Pike Room on the 3rd floor has some new displays. While cleaning out parts of the building, a few interesting Masonic relics were found, including a gavel from Des Moines Consistory No. 3, and numerous aprons. It's still a work in progress, so stop by often to see what's new.

A special thank you to Shane Harshbarger, 33; Charlie Smithson, 32 KCCH, Matt Risberg, 32, and Brandon Flatcliff, 32 for your hard work in compiling the new items.

Beautifully embroidered 32 degree apron

Old 9th degree apron

(K.M.H.)

Ill. C. Fred Kleinknecht, 33°, February 14, 1924 – December 1, 2011

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From the Supreme Council:

Ill. C. Fred Kleinknecht, 33°
February 14, 1924 – December 1, 2011

IN DEO FIDUCIA NOSTRA

FROM THE GRAND ORIENT OF HEREDOM AT WASHINGTON, DECEMBER 1, A.L. 6011

To all the Bodies and Brethren of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite for the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States:

SORROW! SORROW! SORROW!

DEAR BRETHREN: A great affliction has fallen upon us—the sharp blow of an expected and grievous calamity. Our venerable and beloved Brother

CHRISTIAN FREDERICK KLEINKNECHT, JR., 33°

of Maryland, our Past Grand Commander, will be seen by us no more in this world. It was not so long ago, when our Supreme Council closed, that he stood in the circle of the brethren around the altar and repeated with them the solemn words of parting: “It may be that we shall not all again assemble together in Council.”
Bro. Kleinknecht was born February 14, 1924, in Washington, D.C., where he graduated from their public schools. His major interests were writing and business, but World War II descended and put an end to his transition from classroom to commerce. He served in the Navy and, with millions like him, gave to the world the precious gift of freedom.
In 1947, he took a job at the House of the Temple, learning about the Scottish Rite from the ground up. This hands-on approach remained the trademark of Fred, as he liked to be known, throughout his fifty-six years at the Supreme Council. Within a year of joining the Temple staff, Fred married his childhood sweetheart, Gene Elizabeth Kamm, a life-partner in the truest sense, and they had four children: Gene Ellen, Henry, Scott, and Joan. Gene’s confidence in Fred’s potential was the turning point in his life, and with her encouragement and support, he studied accounting at Benjamin Franklin University.
In 1949, he began his Masonic journey in Maryland’s Silver Spring Lodge No. 215. He joined the Scottish Rite in Baltimore in 1950, received the rank and decoration of a Knight Commander of the Court of Honour in 1955, and was coroneted an Inspector General Honorary of the Thirty-third Degree in 1959. He was also a member of Mt. Pleasant Chapter No. 13, R.A.M., King David Council No. 19, R.&S.M., St. Elmo Commandery No. 12, K.T., Boumi Shriners, the National Sojourners, and many, many other Masonic organizations.
In the Supreme Council, Fred applied his education to reforming the bookkeeping methods, quickly saving the Rite tens of thousands of dollars. His initiatives demonstrated his leadership potential. From accounting, he moved up through numerous administrative positions at the House of the Temple.
By 1966, the then current Grand Commander, Luther A. Smith, placed Fred in positions of increasing responsibility, leading to his appointment as Assistant to the Grand Commander on January 1, 1966, and Acting Grand Secretary General on January 1, 1967. The Supreme Council endorsed Bro. Smith’s confidence and elected Fred Grand Secretary General and S.G.I.G. at-large on September 28, 1967. He served in this position for nineteen years until the Supreme Council elected him Sovereign Grand Commander on October 23, 1985.
Immediately, Fred set about repositioning the Order within the context of a changing world. To accomplish this mission, Fred sought quality. He said, “Because Freemasonry lives not just for today, but for generations to come, we must be first class in whatever we do.” Working closely with his staff, Fred initiated profound innovations in every area of Scottish Rite endeavor and brought an Ancient and Accepted Order into the new millennium.
Fred knew that building strength for tomorrow’s Rite meant growing financial support today. He rebuilt the Rite’s endowment infrastructure and helped generate forty-seven state and local Scottish Rite foundations. His commitment to securing a sound financial future benefited the House of the Temple itself. He established the House of the Temple Historic Preservation Foundation, Inc., and in just twelve years, its endowment enabled construction of the Pillars of Charity Alcove and the Scottish Rite Hall of Honor to recognize major donors.
The annual Scottish Rite Calendar Program, an effort Fred began in 1989, has enabled much-needed improvements in the House of the Temple, including reconstruction of the Temple’s damaged grand entrance steps and completion of the Cornerstone of Freedom Hall, the Hall of Scottish Rite Regalia, the George Washington Memorial Banquet Hall, the Burl Ives Room, the Americanism Museum, the Albert Pike Museum, and the total renovation of the Rite’s most valuable scholarly resource, the Supreme Council Library. In 1991, Fred approved the creation of the Scottish Rite Research Society and supported it in word and deed, becoming member #1.
Following Grand Commander Albert Pike’s lead, Fred officially presented a copy of the Revised Standard Pike Rituals to the Supreme Councils of Prince Hall Scottish Rite Freemasonry. Wanting to debunk long-standing fictions about Freemasonry, Fred manned forceful action against an extremist faction within the Southern Baptist Convention that tried to condemn Freemasonry. He also took unprecedented steps of meeting with high Vatican officials in Rome and in Washington.
Internationally, Fred appointed a Deputy to oversee Western Europe and Africa, restored a regular Scottish Rite presence in Portugal, established new Supreme Councils in Togo and the Ivory Coast, and reestablished the Scottish Rite in Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Russia, Slovenia, and Romania.
At home in the U.S., the Rite responded to a nation in need. Immediately following the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, the Southern Jurisdiction pledged $1 million to the Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund to assist children and spouses of 9/11 victims. Fred encouraged the expansion of the RiteCare Speech and Language Disorders Clinics with direct and indirect support.

These few facts, briefly sketched, highlight only a small portion of Ill. C. Fred Kleinknecht’s service to the Supreme Council, 33°, for the Southern Jurisdiction, U.S.A. His eighteen-year tenure as Grand Commander was exceeded only by Grand Commanders Albert Pike and John Henry Cowles. A family man who valued his wife, children, and grandchildren above all else, Fred extended that love and loyalty to his church, country, Freemasonry, and, most of all, to the Scottish Rite. Rapid and resolute, Fred rejuvenated the Scottish Rite and inspired dynamic activity in every area of our order’s mission. The Kleinknecht legacy of leadership will inspire us for years to come.

REQUIESCAT IN PACE, FRATER.

The funeral for Ill. C. Fred Kleinknecht, 33°, Past Grand Commander, will be held at the House of the Temple, 1733 16th St. N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, 202–232–3579, on Tuesday, December 6, 2011, at 11:00 a.m., officiated by Rev. W. Kenneth Lyons, 33°, G.C., Grand Chaplain of the Supreme Council. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the House of the Temple Historic Preservation Foundation, Inc.

University of Freemasonry at the Des Moines Scottish Rite

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From ghoulies and ghosties
And long-leggedy beasties
And things that go bump in the night,
Good Lord, deliver us!
- traditional Scottish Prayer

Ghosties, ghoulies, and long-leggedy beasties were present last night in Pete Taggart’s, 32 º KCCH, presentation of “Things that go Bump in the Night: the Ghosts.” Professor Taggart reviewed a history of the ghosts from Plato to Bacon to the Stanley Hotel, perhaps better known as the Overlook Hotel from the movie The Shining. Prof. Taggart kept the audience entertained throughout his talk, which took place in the potentially haunted Des Moines Scottish Rite Temple. His tales included local spots reputed to be haunted such as the Salisbury House, the Blue Lodge room in the Scottish Rite building, and other locations in Des Moines.

Look for another session of the University of Freemasonry coming up in 2012.

Scottish Rite Express

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SR Express
November 29, 2011

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DSM Valley Officers

Shane Harshbarger 33°

Master of Kadosh

Des Moines Consistory

Steven F. Jacobsen 32° KCCH

Venerable Master

Lodge of Perfection

Dan Hobson 33°

Wise Master

Chapter Rose Croix

John W. Clearman 33°

Commander

Council of Kadosh

2011 Calendar

November 30 - University of Free Masonry

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

December 27 - KSA Knighting Ceremony

University of Free Masonry -
Things That Go Bump In The Night

By Pete Taggart, 32°KCCH

November 30, 2011
6 pm - Social Hour 7 pm - Program 8 pm - Dessert

One of the foundational ideas of Free Masonry is Ethics - that justice, right and wrong exist as objective, timeless, independent entities. In the last lecture on Mysteries and Mystics we found that things like Ethics and Geometric shapes exist in a state beyond what can be quantified by the human senses. Scientifically, experimentally, through observation, we may tangentially glimpse their nature but we can never hold Justice in our hand.
Among many other things, the acceptance of Ethics inextricably leads to conclusions like the immortality of the human spirit and the existence of a realm of reality beyond human sensual definition. It naturally leads us to - the Ghosts. This time we will talk about the Ghosts: who they are, what they do, and their persistent presence throughout history. This will not be Ghostbusters or parlor tricks, but a respectful, serious discussion of this phenomenon which has been part of human experience for as long as we know what human beings have been thinking. After all, who knows who will be listening with us. It will also be fun. Please join us, rsvp to rsvp@dmscottishrite.org or 515-288-8927. This event is open to anyone. Spirits will be available.

Scottish Rite Installation & Holiday Party - 2011

Mark December 14th on your calendars for a big day at Scottish Rite! John Clearman, 33° will be installed as the 2012 Master of Kadosh and Bryce Hildreth, 33° as Commander of the Council of Kadosh along with the other officers of the Des Moines Consistory and the Council of Kadosh.

Immediately following the installation, the 2011 Scottish Rite Officers invite you and your lady to our annual Scottish Rite Holiday Party. Please join us for music, Holiday cheer, food, and libations. There is no cost to attend but reservations are requested for planning purposes. Coat and tie is requested for the installation.

6:00 pm            Scottish Rite Quarterly Meeting (Consistory Classroom)
6:30 pm            Installation of Officers (Consistory Auditorium)
7:00 pm            Scottish Rite Holiday Party (Tapestry Lounge)

K C C H Investiture Photos

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The last two photos are taken by Jason Wolcott

Reservations open until Noon on Thursday Nov. 10

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The 2011 Double Eagle Gala is this Saturday. If you would like to attend we can accommodate your reservations until 12 pm tomorrow, Thursday November 10^th. This event is one of the most popular of the Scottish Rite year and is a great way to celebrate being a Scottish Rite Mason.

Our banquet will honor the members of the Noyce/Johnson class and the Ellis E. Monk class. Dinner will be catered by Great Caterers of Iowa and will feature Beef Filet de Burgo and Double Chocolate Cheesecake. Our band for the dance is the Soul Searchers. They specialize in 40’s and 50’s music but are quite flexible. We will also have Select Entertainment as our DJ, who will fill in the breaks and finish off the evening with an array of popular selections. If you haven’t contacted the office for your reservation please do so by calling515-288-8927 or email rsvp@dmscottishrite.org.

2011 Double Eagle Gala

Saturday, November 12, 2011

5:45 pm ~ Social Hour

6:30 ~ Reunion Class Banquet

Mixed Green Parmesan Salad, Beef Tenderloin Deburgo,

Baked Potato, Roasted Vegetables, Dark Chocolate Cheesecake

8:00 ~ Double Eagle Gala

Music by the Soul Searchers & Select Entertainment

SR Express November 4, 2011

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SR Express
November 4, 2011

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DSM Valley Officers

Shane Harshbarger 33°

Master of Kadosh

Des Moines Consistory

Steven F. Jacobsen 32° KCCH

Venerable Master

Lodge of Perfection

Dan Hobson 33°

Wise Master

Chapter Rose Croix

John W. Clearman 33°

Commander

Council of Kadosh

2011 Calendar

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^ndWeekend) Double Eagle Gala

November 30 - University of Free Masonry

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

December 27 - KSA Knighting Ceremony

The fall reunion is off to a great start!

The Des Moines Consistory is pleased to welcome the following new members as part of the Ellis E. Monk, Memorial Class. They have completed the Lodge of Perfection and Chapter Rose Croix Degrees this past weekend.

Our reunion opened on the Lodge of Perfection by Venerable Master, Steven F. Jacobsen, 32° KCCH with assistance from the Lodge of Perfection officers, Knights of St. Andrew and Ron Husted with his bagpipes. Our reunion opening introduced Scottish Rite Freemasonry to our new class members along with introductions of our officers, committee members, and degree masters.

The 4th degree got things off to a great start with the Secret Master degree with Michael A. Miller, 32° KCCH elect presiding. On Friday evening, the 4th through 7th degree were presented in excellent fashion by our degree teams. On Saturday, the 8th through 18th degrees were conferred. Special thanks and congratulations to our degree teams and committees for all of their hard work, it was a great way to start our new members on their Scottish Rite journey.

There were a number of highlights from the weekend, two outstanding meals by our kitchen krew, Chad Rolhfsen in the 5th degree and Bill Vandivier in the 8th degree, conferring for the 1st time. One of the candidates shared the following "I wish I had joined earlier, I didn't know what I was missing." So if you helped out, sang in the chorus, did a ritual part, signed a candidate's petition, or just came to the reunion to socialize...take a quick bow and a well deserved pat on the back but don't forget we are only half way there. The second weekend is coming up soon...November 11 and 12. We will need you again to finish things off for the conclusion of the Fall reunion.

2011 Double Eagle Gala

Immediately following the 32nd Degree, Master of the Royal Secret will be the 2011 Double Eagle Gala. This event introduced by Past Master of Kadosh, Dutch Koch is our celebration of Scottish Rite Masonry and has quickly become one of the most popular Masonic events in Iowa. Over 300 Scottish Rite Masons attended in 2010 and we are on track for similar numbers in 2011. You and your lady are specifically invited to join us for the festivities but your friends and family are welcome as well. It is a great way to show your friends "why you are a Scottish Rite Mason!"

Our banquet will honor three of our distinguished Scottish Rite Masons, Ellis Monk, Richard Noyce, and Ivan Johnson and the members of the Summer one-day and Fall reunion classes. Each of these men made lasting impressions on Scottish Rite Masonry but also to the citizens of Central Iowa, we are proud to pay tribute to them. After the banquet will be the party. Get ready for an amazing transformation of the Grand Banquet room. The décor will be 2nd to none. This year, we will have both a band, The Soul Searches and DJ, Select Entertainment, to help make this night one to remember. Dinner is beef tenderloin deburgo with a special double chocolate cheese cake for dessert. Now, is the time to register. So if you haven't done so please do before November 7th.

Click here for a reservation card. The Double Eagle Gala is black tie optional.

Fall Reunion Schedule

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October 25, 2011

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Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^stWeekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

The final Shepheard's Tavern will be held this Wednesday, October 26th from 4:30 pm to 7 pm. It will be held in the library and is a chance to socialize and share Scottish Rite Masonry. The Knights of St. Andrew will be in charge of hors de oeuvres and libations for you. Feel free to invite your friends and potential Masons to this event. There is no charge to attend.

Important Dates in Shepheard's Tavern History

Shepheard's Tavern

1720-The tavern is built by Charles Shepheard. It was not only a place to eat and drink but a place to do business, hold meetings, receive mail, and see theatrical performances.
1736-The honorable society of Free and Accepted Masons held a lodge meeting here for the first time.
1801-Colonel John Mitchell and Rev. Frederick Dalcho opened by the ancient constitutions, The Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree for the United States of America.
2011- The movers and shakers of Des Moines Consistory meet to celebrate Scottish Rite Masonry and share this camaraderie with others.

Fall Reunion begins Friday!

The Ellis E. Monk, 33° Memorial Class will begin this Friday, October 28th at 5:00 pm with dinner. The dinner will feature grilled Iowa Chops, baked potato, salad, and dessert. Cost is $10 per person. Following dinner, will be the opening of the reunion at 5:45 pm. We have redesigned the opening to allow for a more exciting introduction to Scottish Rite for our candidates. The degree work will begin at 6:05 pm with the 4th Degree, Secret Master. Saturday, October 29th will kick off with the 8th Degree, Intendant of the Building at 8:00 am and conclude with the Knight Rose Croix and a social hour. This full reunion will feature 25 of the Scottish Rite degrees in full form. This will be the first time performance of the 24th degree, Prince of the Tabernacle. We encourage you to stop down and check out the degree work. Our ritualists have been working hard and it is always fun to play to a full room. Please join us as your schedule allows. A full copy of the reunion schedule is below.

The last weekend of the reunion will feature the 2011 Double Eagle Gala. This is our year end celebration of Scottish Rite Masonry. It will honor three of our distinguished Scottish Rite Masons, Ellis Monk, Richard Noyce, and Ivan Johnson and the members of the Summer one-day and Fall reunion classes. The Grand Banquet room will be all decked out. This year, we will have both a band, The Soul Searches and DJ, Select Entertainment, to help make this night one to remember. Dinner is beef tenderloin deburgo with a special double chocolate cheese cake for dessert. Early bird registration saves you $10 per ticket if received by October 29th. Cost is $50 per ticket after October 30th. This event is open to all so feel free to invite your friends and family to join you at this great event. It is an excellent way to show how exciting it is to be a Scottish Rite Mason. If you haven't been to a Double Eagle Gala before, please join us. It will be one to remember. Click here for a reservation card.

A petition is available here if you need one.

Fall Reunion Schedule

Scottish Rite Express - 10/18/11

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October 18, 2011

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Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^stWeekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

33rd Coronation honors 3 from the
Des Moines Valley

Dan Hobson, Don Jones, and Cecil Mease are the newest 33rd Degree Scottish Rite Masons in the Des Moines Valley. They were elected at the 2011 Supreme Council Session in August and received the 33rd Degree on Saturday night along with five other honorees from Iowa. The Thirty-third Degree, Inspector General Honorary is conferred by the Supreme Council upon select members of the Scottish Rite in recognition for faithful services to Scottish Rite, Freemasonry or to mankind.

US Senator, Charles Grassley, 33° Grand Cross with Sovereign Grand Inspector General, Gary Sissel, 33°

Joining us for the festivities were 33° Scottish Rite Masons from the four other Valleys in Iowa as well as our Sovereign Grand Inspector General, Gary L. Sissel, and U.S. Senator Charles Grassley, 33° Grand Cross. Senator Grassley was the keynote speaker at the Coronation banquet.

Fall Reunion is two weeks away!

The Ellis E. Monk, 33° Memorial Class is quickly approaching. It will be held on October 28/29 & November 11/12. This full reunion will feature 25 of the Scottish Rite degrees in full form. This will be the first-time performance of the 24th degree, Prince of the Tabernacle. We encourage you to stop down and check out the degree work. Our ritualists have been working hard and it is always fun to play to a full room.

Following the reunion will be the 2011 Double Eagle Gala. This is our year-end celebration of Scottish Rite Masonry. It will honor three of our distinguished Scottish Rite Masons, Ellis Monk, Richard Noyce, and Ivan Johnson, and the members of the Summer one-day and Fall reunion classes.

The Grand Banquet room will be all decked out. This year, we will have both a band, The Soul Searchers, and DJ, Select Entertainment, to help make this night one to remember. Dinner is beef tenderloin deburgo with a special double chocolate cheesecake for dessert. Early bird registration saves you $10 per ticket if received by October 29th. Cost is $50 per ticket after October 30th. This event is open to all so feel free to invite your friends and family to join you at this great event. It is an excellent way to show how exciting it is to be a Scottish Rite Mason. If you haven't been to a Double Eagle Gala before, please join us. It will be one to remember. Click here for a reservation card.

We will have balloting on petitions this Wednesday, October 19th for additional class members. A petition is available here if you need one.

Fall Reunion Schedule

33rd Degree Coronation - October 15, 2011

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Scottish Rite Express

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September 19, 2011

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Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^stWeekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

"Bring a Friend" Night Fall Reunion Kick-Off

September 22, 2011

Do you have a friend who you think would be a good Mason? Do you know a Mason who would enjoy membership in Scottish Rite? Our Fall Reunion kick-off is designed just for them. It is a chance for you to introduce someone to Masonry and the Scottish Rite. It will be held on Thursday, September 22 beginning with social hour at 6pm followed by dinner and the program.

Dress for the event is business casual but we encourage you to wear a Masonic shirt or pin if you have one.

This event is FREE for PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS for Blue Lodge or Scottish Rite with a reservation. Cost is $10 for Scottish Rite Masons and includes a great dinner of salad, grilled steak and loaded baked potato!

Please make your reservation by calling the SR office (515-288-8927) or via email rsvp@dmscottishrite.org.

Congratulations

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photo by Baruti Kme-Sisouvong

Congratulations to Master of Kadosh Shane Harshbarger on being elected as Grand Treasurer of the Grand Lodge of Iowa. Also Congratulations to Charlie Smithson, Senior Warden of the Lodge of Perfection, on his elevation to a Grand Senior Deacon and Brian Pappadoucas, Past Master of Kadosh, Grand Marshal. Bryce Hildreth was named Chairman of Division and Reference. Thanks to Wede Sheeler for providing the list of Grand Officers. There may be other members of the Des Moines Consistory on the list and I hope someone will let me know so I can give credit.

Grand Master Jerry L. Levay Sioux City

Deputy Grand Master Michael W. Fletcher Winterset

Sr. Grand Warden Jon D. Wagoner Sioux City

Jr. Grand Warden Richard L. Martin Creston

Grand Treasurer Shane A. Harshbarger Altoona

Grand Secretary Wm. R. Crawford Cedar Rapids

Grand Chaplain Jon M. Ginny Davenport

Dep. Grand Secretary Tim S. Anderson Cedar Rapids

Grand Marshal Brian D. Pappaducus Des Moines

Sr. Grand Deacon W. Charles Smithson Des Moines

Jr. Grand Deacon John D. Pierce Clarinda

Sr. Grand Steward Kevin A. Nelson Waterloo

Jr. Grand Steward Jeremy “Jerry” Myers Osage

Grand Tyler Wendell B. Borland Moville

Grand Musician John M. Klaus Mount Vernon

Chairman, Division & Reference Bryce B. Hildreth Ankeny

Quarterly Meeting - Election of Officers

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Members gathered for a meal prepared by the Kitchen Krew prior to the Quarterly Meeting. The Hamburgers, Brats, baked Beans and cole slaw supper was delicious and the fellowship was enjoyed by all.

Following supper the members retired to the Classroom for the Quarterly meeting.

Master of Kadosh, Shane Harshbarger opened the meeting with the usual proclamation followed by prayer and
the Pledge of Allegiance.

Reports from the Secretary, Treasurer, Lighting crew were received.

We are at 32 new Masters of the Royal Secret so far this year.

Kick off for the Fall Reunion is Sept 22 -

26 of the 29 degrees are planned for the Fall Reunion

Greg Spooner announced a

Membership Meeting Tuesday evening at Sambetti’s 6 PM He said that for theFall Reunion - We need all your help to bring in new members, Keep the Scottish Rite in mind, Ask Brothers if they are interested in joining the Scottish Rite. We currently have a goal of 30 more members for the Fall Reunion.

The Reunion dates are October 28 and 29 and November 11 and 12. Twenty-six of the twenty-nine degrees will be a part of the class which is names for Ellis E. Monk 33 Balloting on Candidates will be on October 12 ans 19.

Cost of the Gala (Nov.12) will be $50 a person with a discounted price of $40 each for those who reserve early. Details to be announced.

Election of Officers was held with the following results:

Master of Kasosh – John Clearman

Prior – Eldon Walton

Preceptor – Kay Greaney

Council of Kadosh

Commander – Bryce Hildredth

Greg Spooner –1^st Lt. Commander

Michael Miller – 2^nd Lt. Commander

Personal Rep Knoll mentioned the fundraising efforts which are underway which will fund several projects. We have a goal of raising $125,000.

We have a donar who will give us $10,000 if we raise $20,000. Some projects have been started. The money is being raised for the Des Moines Consistory Building Trust and are tax-deductable.

Following the meeting Master of Kadosh Harshbarger gave an interesting presentation on the first three degrees of Freemasonry as written by Albert Pike and exemplified by some of the Southern Scottish Rite Lodges.

The presentation was extremely interesting and pointed out the many differences between the Pike degrees and the first three degrees which are a part of American Grand Lodges.

Scottish Rite Express

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September 6, 2011

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The Des Moines Consistory was pleased to welcome 7 new members on August 27. This one day class in honor of Ivan L. Johnson, 32°KCCH and Richard J. Noyce, 32°KCCH featured eight of our Scottish Rite degrees.

DSM Valley Officers

Shane Harshbarger 33°

Master of Kadosh

Des Moines Consistory

Steven F. Jacobsen 32° KCCH

Venerable Master

Lodge of Perfection

Dan Hobson 33° Elect

Wise Master

Chapter Rose Croix

John W. Clearman 33°

Commander

Council of Kadosh

2011 Calendar

September 7 - Quarterly Meeting & Elections32° KCCH

September 7 - University of Free Masonry Portrayal of the Scottish Rite 3^rd Degree

September 15 - 17 - Grand Lodge of Iowa (Davenport)

September 22 - Fall Reunion Kick - off

October 26 - Shepherd's Tavern Society

Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^st Weekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

November 30 - University of Free Masonry

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

December 27 - KSA Knighting Ceremony

Meet Our "Terrible Brother" on September 7th

The quarterly meeting and elections for the Des Moines Consistory and Council of Kadosh will be held on Wednesday, September 7th. In addition to the quarterly meeting, there will be a special University of Freemasonry program on the Scottish Rite versions of the Symbolic Lodge degrees. These degrees were written in the 1870's by Albert Pike and were meant to supplement the teachings in the craft degrees. They utilize symbolism, lectures, and ceremonies from early French, Scottish, English, and German sources. One of the characters featured in these degrees is the "Terrible Brother" come join us to learn more about him and others.

The evening will begin at 6:30 pm with dinner ($8) followed by the quarterly meeting and University of Freemasonry program at 7:30 pm. This event is for Scottish Rite Masons only. Please RSVP for dinner,rsvp@dmscottishrite.org or 515-288-8927.

"Bring a Friend" Night Fall Reunion Kick-Off

September 22, 2011

Do you have a friend who you think would be a good Mason? Do you know a Mason who would enjoy membership in Scottish Rite? Our Fall Reunion kick-off is designed just for them. It is a chance for you to introduce someone to Masonry and the Scottish Rite. It will be held on Thursday, September 22 beginning with social hour at 6pm followed by dinner and the program.

Dress for the event is business casual but we encourage you to wear a Masonic shirt or pin if you have one.

This event is FREE for PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS for Blue Lodge or Scottish Rite with a reservation. Cost is $10 for Scottish Rite Masons.

Please make your reservation by calling the SR office (515-288-8927) or via email rsvp@dmscottishrite.org.

Welcome to Scottish Rite

Doug R. Clabaugh, West Gate Adelphic #509

Top line: Richard G. Manning, 32° KCCH

Alex C. Glann, Faithful # 448

Top line: Russell D. Altes, 32°

Jeramy S. Komarek, Oriental #61

Top line: Roger D. Wales, 32°

Asa L. Moeckly, Operative # 308

Top line: Steven L. Moeckly, 32°

Max O. Palmer, Twin Lake # 478

Top line: Roy E. Boyd, 32°

Glenn D. Vondra, West Gate Adelphic #509

Top line: E. Jay Coon, 32°

Nick Van Patten, Auburn Union Park #592

Top line: Samuel G. Wise, 33°

September 7th - Quarterly Meeting and Elections - University of Freemasonry

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These degrees were written in the 1870's by Albert Pike and were meant to supplement the teachings in the craft degrees. They utilize symbolism, lectures, and ceremonies from early French, Scottish, English, and German sources. One of the characters featured in these degrees is the "Terrible Brother" come join us to learn more about him and others.

The evening will begin at 6:30 pm with dinner ($8) followed by the quarterly meeting and University of Freemasonry program at 7:30 pm. This event is for Scottish Rite Masons only. Please RSVP for dinner,rsvp@dmscottishrite.org or 515-288-8927.

Scottish Rite Express

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SR Express
August 17, 2011

Quick Links

August 27 - AASR - One Day Reunion Honoring Richard Noyce 32° KCCH / Ivan Johnson

September 7 - Quarterly Meeting & Elections32° KCCH

September 7 - University of Free Masonry Portrayal of the Scottish Rite 3^rd Degree

September 15 - 17 - Grand Lodge of Iowa (Davenport)

Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^st Weekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

Ray M. Merritt, 32º
05/13/2011

In Memoriam

Donald D. Benson, 32º

05/08/2011

Robert T. Sherwood, 32º

05/07/2011

Clair J. Peterson, 32° KCCH
05/13/2011

Kenneth L. Lane
05/20/2011

Donald W. Peterson
05/29/2011

Frederick W. Koch
07/11/2011

Robert B. Brown

07/25/2011

The Shepheard's Tavern Society is a chance for Scottish Rite Masons & their friends to enjoy the company and fellowship of Masonry. We are pleased to invite you to enjoy a libation with us as your schedule allows. The next meeting will be on August 24th from 4:30 pm to 7 pm.

One Day Reunion August 27

Our One-Day Summer reunion will be here in just a few days.  This special class will honor Ivan L. Johnson 32° KCCH and Richard J. Noyce, 32° KCCH, two outstanding Scottish Rite Masons.   It will be held on Saturday, August 27th.

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.  Consider joining us for all or part of the day.

The reunion will feature 8 of the Scottish Rite degrees (4th, 6th, 13th, 14th, 18th, 23rd, 30th, and 32nd).  These are some great degrees with excellent lessons.  The 6th reminds us not to be too quick with our judgment, the 13th discovers the lost word of the Symbolic Lodge, and the 32nd recaps the entire Scottish Rite story. By having 8 Degrees portrayed we should give our new members a good taste of Scottish Rite and yet still allow them to complete their Scottish Rite journey in one day.  The degree work will take place in the Blue Lodge Room and Tapestry Room since those spaces are air conditioned. The dress code for the day is business casual, polo or dress shirt and slacks. Coat and tie is not necessary.

We will be receiving petitions throughout the month of August and will have final balloting on August 24th. Should you need a petition, please contact the office or download one at www.dmscottishrite.org.

Schedule Update

2011 Awards

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Awards were given at the Member Appreciation and Awards Dinner as follows:

Alvin Martindale 32°of Eastgate Lodge #650 received the "PRIMUS INTER PARES". a Latin phrase meaning "first among equals". It is given to someone who works behind the scenes to make our reunions a success.

Don Jones 33° elect of Daylight Lodge #660 received the Loring Parker Award. It is given for outstanding degree or ritual work.

Adam Clemons 32° of Clarion was awarded the Blosser Award for his membership recruitment efforts.

The outstanding new member awards are given to a Scottish Rite Mason who has been a member less than 18 months and has contributed in an outstanding manner. The following new members were recognized:

Daniel Beyer of Waveland Park Lodge #654
Don Calkin of Ashlar Lodge # 111
Nathan Hedin Schmidt of Mt. Vernon #112
Tony Batcheller of Gnemeth #577
Craig Luchtel of Signet # 264
Steven Dahl and Russ Saffell of Acanthus #632

Scottish Rite Express

2011-08-05T10:00:00.001-05:00

SR Express
August 5, 2011

Quick Links

August 27 - AASR - One Day Reunion Honoring Richard Noyce 32° KCCH / Ivan Johnson 32° KCCH

September 7 - University of Free Masonry Portrayal of the Scottish Rite 3^rd Degree

September 14 - Quarterly Meeting & Elections

September 15 - 17 - Grand Lodge of Iowa (Davenport)

Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^st Weekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

Ray M. Merritt, 32º
05/13/2011

In Memoriam

Donald D. Benson, 32º

05/08/2011

Robert T. Sherwood, 32º

05/07/2011

Clair J. Peterson, 32° KCCH
05/13/2011

Kenneth L. Lane
05/20/2011

Donald W. Peterson
05/29/2011

Frederick W. Koch
07/11/2011

Robert B. Brown

07/25/2011

AASR Supreme Council honors 3 members of theDes Moines Valley with election to receive 33rd Degree

Every other year the Scottish Rite Supreme Council bestows honors on those members of the Rite who have distinguished themselves through their support, efforts and dedication to the principles of Scottish Rite Masonry. 2011 is one of those years. The Advisory Conference is pleased to announce the Supreme Council has elected 3 members of the Des Moines Valley to be coroneted with the 33rd degree (Inspector General Honorary).

Daniel R. Hobson - Waveland Park Lodge #654

Donald L. Jones - Daylight Lodge #660

Cecil W. Mease - Waveland Park Lodge #654

Election to the membership of the Inspector General Honorary is by unanimous ballot of the 33 Active Members of the Supreme Council of the Southern Jurisdiction of the Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Free Masonry. They will be coroneted with the 33rd degree on October 15th in a private ceremony.

In addition to those above who were elected to receive the 33rd degree, eight Masters of the Royal Secret were elected to be invested with the rank and decoration of the Knight Commander Court of Honour. The KCCH is a designation conceived by Albert Pike to honor men of outstanding ability and commitment. Unlike the 33rd, the KCCH is not a degree. It is not conferred upon a brother; he is invested with it.

The following brothers have been elected to receive the Knight Commander Court of Honour.

Cecil L. Goettsch II

Stephen J. Hall

Ronald C. Hicks

Rick A. Hubbell

Michael J. Miller

James Peterson

Jeremy J. Phillips

Kevin R. Smith

Election to receive the KCCH is by unanimous ballot of the 33 Active Members of the Supreme Council of the Southern Jurisdiction of the Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Free Masonry. They will be invested on November 17th in a private ceremony.

Member Appreciation and Awards Dinner

Over 175 Scottish Rite Masons and their prospects gathered on July 27th for the Scottish Rite Member Appreciation & Awards Dinner.

The Kitchen Krew, Membership committee and officer's of the Scottish Rite were charged with creating a fun and festive atmosphere to recognize some of our hardest workers and introduce potential new Masons and Scottish Rite Masons to our great fraternity. In a word, the event was INCREDIBLE! Our membership committee was hard at work this summer and over 40 prospective members were in attendance. The steaks and Iowa sweet corn that were prepared by the Kitchen Krew were top notch. But most of all, the room was alive. In many years of attending events, I have never seen as much cameraderie and enthusiasm. Congrats and thanks to all who attended and participated. Special thanks to Jay Cole Simser who took these pictures to share.

Steve Jacobsen, Venerable Master presents the PIP award to Al Martindale

AWARD WINNERS

Alvin Martindale 32° of East Gate Lodge #650 received the "PRIMUS INTER PARES", a Latin phrase meaning "first among equals". It is given to someone who works behind the scenes to help make our reunions a success. Don Jones 33° elect of Daylight Lodge #660 received the The Loring Parker Award. It is given for outstanding degree or ritual work. Adam Clemons 32° of Clarion was awarded the Blosser award for his membership recruitment efforts. The outstanding new member awards are given to a Scottish Rite Masons who has been a member less than 18 months and have contributed in an outstanding manner. The following new members were recognized.

Daniel Beyer of Waveland Park Lodge #654
Doc Calkin of Ashlar Lodge #111
Nathan Hedin Schmidt of Mt Vernon #112
Craig Luchtel of Signet #264
Tony Batcheller of Gnemeth #577
Stevin Dahl & Russ Saffell of Acanthus #632

One Day Reunion August 27

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.

We have a reunion coming up soon. It will be a full 1 day reunion and will feature 8 of the Scottish Rite degrees (4th, 6th, 13th, 14th, 18th, 23rd, 30th, and 32nd). This Reunion will honor Ivan L. Johnson 32° KCCH and Richard J. Noyce, 32° KCCH and will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2011. By having 8 Degrees portrayed we should give our new members a good taste of Scottish Rite and yet still allow them to complete their Scottish Rite journey in one day. The degree work will take place in the Blue Lodge Room and Tapestry Room since those spaces are air conditioned. The dress code for the day is business casual, polo or dress shirt and slacks. Coat and tie is not necessary.

We will be receiving petitions throughout the month of August and will have balloting on August 17th. Should you need a petition, please contact the office or download one at www.dmscottishrite.org.

2011 Honorees

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Knight Commander Court of Honour (32° KCCH) - 2011

(Click to see all)

Cecil L. Goettsch II
Stephen J. Hall
Ronald C. Hicks
Rick A. Hubbell
Michael J. Miller
James Peterson
Jeremy J. Phillips
Kevin R. Smith

Inspector General Honorary (33°) - 2011

(Click to see all)

Daniel R. Hobson
Donald L. Jones
Cecil W. Mease

Membership Awards and Kick-off Dinner

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Scottish Rite Express

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SR Express
July 22, 2011

Quick Links

July 27 - Scottish Rite Recognition Dinner and Awards night

August 27 - AASR - One Day Reunion Honoring Richard Noyce 32° KCCH / Ivan Johnson 32° KCCH

September 7 - University of Free Masonry Portrayal of the Scottish Rite 3^rd Degree

September 14 - Quarterly Meeting &Elections

September 15 - 17 - Grand Lodge of Iowa (Davenport)

Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^stWeekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

Membership Kick-Off and Awards Dinner

The Officers and Members of the Des Moines Scottish Rite Bodies invite you to a special awards night and dinner on July 27 beginning at 6:15 pm. It is open to all Masons and Prospective members for Blue Lodge, Scottish Rite, York Rite, and Shrine

There will be a special program on Freemasonry and what it means to be a Mason for Prospective Members.
Discover why Dan Brown, author of the "Da Vinci Code" finds Freemasonry so fascinating and interesting.
See Scottish Rite Masons recognized for their accomplishments in front of their Lodge Brothers and friends.
Share your enthusiasm for Freemasonry with others.
Learn why the oldest man in America is proud of his Masonic Membership.
Enjoy a great dinner of Sirloin Steak, Grimes Sweet Corn, Salad & Baked Potato (free with a reservation).
Grow and Build our Fraternity for Future Generations.
Meet Masons from throughout Central Iowa.

There is no charge to attend the Membership Kick-off and Awards Dinner but a reservation is required. Please print, complete and mail the reservation form by July 22nd, 2011 to Des Moines Consistory 519 Park Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309 ♦ 515-288-8927 ♦ rsvp@dmscottishrite.org

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Friends of the Consistory

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Grand Master's Leadership Symposium

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The Grand Lodge Educational Symposium was one of the goals of Grand Master Craig L. Davis. There were almost 200 Master Masons there and we heard many and varied presentations. As my friend John noted all of us came away from the Symposium with at least one idea and he was including some of us who could be referred to as "older" Masons. For some reason I cannot embed the slideshow but you can view the photos of the event by clicking on this link

The Symposium began with the Scottish Rite Flag Lecture given by John Clearman - I am sorry it is so dark but it is worth listening to.

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SR Express
June 17, 2011

Quick Links

June 22/23 - University of Free Masonry (Royal Mile)

June 25 - AASR / Masonic Leadership

July 27 - Scottish Rite Recognition Dinner and Awards night

July 31 - AASR Family Ice Cream Social and Games

August 27 - AASR - One Day Reunion Honoring Richard Noyce 32° KCCH / Ivan Johnson 32° KCCH

September 7 - University of Free Masonry Portrayal of the Scottish Rite 3^rd Degree

September 14 - Quarterly Meeting &Elections

September 15 - 17 - Grand Lodge of Iowa (Davenport)

Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^stWeekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

University of Freemasonry - Royal Mile

Wednesday night at the University of Freemasonry at the Royal Mile is sold out and we have approximately 15 spots remaining for Thursday. So...if you are planning to raise your glass in celebration of the Founding of the Grand Lodge of England, it is time to grab one of the remaining spots.

We will assemble upstairs at the Royal Mile beginning at 6:00 pm with the opening toast at approximately 6:45 pm. Our pub dinner will follow - choice of Fish & Chips, Bangers & Mash, Shepherd's Pie or Guinness Pie. The program will begin immediately after dinner. Cost is $20 per person.

You can snag one of the last spots by calling 515-288-8927 orrsvp@dmscottishrite.org.

Masonic Leadership Conference

The Masonic Leadership Symposium will be held at the Des Moines Scottish Rite next Saturday beginning at 7:30 am. The symposium will feature S. Brent Morris, 33° Grand Cross, as well as a number of noted Masonic speakers from throughout the Midwest. The symposium is open to all Master Masons and will focus on various aspects of Masonic leadership. There will also be a special breakout session on Scottish Rite programs. There is no cost for the conference but registration is required.Download registration. All meals are included as well as a conference polo shirt. Final registration deadline is 12:00 pm, Monday, June 20th. Contact Shane Harshbarger, 515-288-8927 or sharshbarger@dmscottishrite.org for questions or concerns.

Friends of the Des Moines Consistory

"It's Time for a Party"

On July 12, we would like to invite you to join us for a party hosted by the Friends of the Des Moines Consistory. The Friends of the Des Moines Consistory have made it their mission and passion to ensure the renovation and preservation of our Consistory building. We continue to renovate and update our Consistory building because of people like you.

Our 2011 Summer Friends night will include a party with

cocktails and heavy hors d'oeuvres, music, and an

update on our renovation plans.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

6:30 pm Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres

8:00 pm 2011 Renovation Update

$20 per person

Watch your mail for your invitation!

Scottish Rite Express

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SR Express
June 2, 2011

Quick Links

June 10 - Scottish Rite Golf Outing

June 22/23 - University of Free Masonry (Royal Mile)

June 25 - AASR / Masonic Leadership

July 27 - Scottish Rite Recognition Dinner and Awards night

July 31 - AASR Family Ice Cream Social and Games

August 27 - AASR - One Day Reunion Honoring Richard Noyce 32° KCCH / Ivan Johnson 32° KCCH

September 7 - University of Free Masonry Portrayal of the Scottish Rite 3^rd Degree

September 14 - Quarterly Meeting &Elections

September 15 - 17 - Grand Lodge of Iowa (Davenport)

Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^stWeekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite

Scottish Rite Golf Outing

The Scottish Rite Golf Outing is fast approaching. In fact it is just a week away on Friday, June 10th at Terrace Hills Golf Course in Altoona. Cost is $80 and includes the round of golf, cart, steak dinner, and prizes. Prizes will be awarded for the longest drive, longest putt as well as some special ones designed just for our outing. One of the prizes is a Scottish Rite Golf bag. The proceeds from the golf outing benefit Scottish Rite's Rite Care and the Des Moines Consistory Building Trust, so remind your boss or wife you are playing golf for charity and need the time off.

The outing is a four-person best ball and begins at 1:00 pm. If you haven't made your plans and put together your foursome, now is the time. If you want us to partner you up with other players, we can do that as well.

If you are not a golfer but would like to join us for dinner, the cost is $15. The dinner is at 5:30 pm at the clubhouse. Since it is a Friday, stop out early and enjoy the great June day.

To register, just call (515-288-8927) or email (rsvp@dmscottishrite.org) the Scottish Rite office or use theattached registration form.

University of Freemasonry - Royal Mile

Our annual celebration of the Founding of the Grand Lodge of England will be held on June 22nd and June 23rd upstairs at the Royal Mile Pub. Ron Lindhart, Bob Speed, and company are putting together another great program but it is never a bad idea to remember that Anthony Sayer was the first Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of England. The festivities begin at 6:00 pm with social hour, followed by dinner and program.

The cost for the event is $20 but your payment and meal selection are needed prior to June 17th. Your meal choices are Shepheard's Pie, Guinness Pie, Fish & Chips, or Bangers & Mash. This event always sells out as seating is limited to 55. RSVP by calling (515-288-8927) or email (rsvp@dmscottishrite.org). This event is open only to Master Masons.

Masonic Leadership Conference - June 25

The Des Moines Scottish Rite is hosting the 2011 Masonic Leadership Conference in partnership with the Grand Lodge of Iowa and the Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation.

This leadership conference will feature a number of noted Masonic Leaders from throughout the country and will focus on programs you can use to enhance and develop your lodge programs.

Our keynote speaker will be S. Brent Morris, 33° G.C., author of the "Idiot's Guide to Freemasonry." Brent has graciously agreed to present two separate programs. One will help explain the various membership trends taking place in Masonry and why men choose to join lodges for different reasons. His other program will focus on developing your lodge education programs.

In addition to Bro. Morris, we are pleased to have Tony Krall, PGM DeMolay International and Michael Halleran, Grand Junior Warden - Grand Lodge of Kansas. Both of these brothers are outstanding Masonic speakers who have presented on a variety of Masonic topics throughout the United States.

The leadership conference will be held at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Des Moines. Registration and check-in will begin at 7:30 am with the opening session beginning promptly at 8:30 am.

There is no cost to attend the event. However, space is limited and pre-registration is required to ensure appropriate plans are in place. All conference attendees will receive a continental breakfast, conference luncheon, and conference reception as part of registration. Conference attendees will receive a special Masonic Leader polo shirt to be worn at the conference and in the group photo.

Registration must be postmarked prior to June 15, 2011. Hotel accommodations are available on a first come first served basis at the Downtown Holiday Inn (515-283-0151). Rate is $79 per night. The name of the room block is "Iowa Masons."

The attached conference packet and registration contain additional details. For further information, please contact Shane Harshbarger, 515-288-8927 or rsvp@dmscottishrite.org.

To be able to lead others,
a man must be willing to go forward alone.
~Harry Truman

Knights of St. Andrew - Knighting

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Our Knights of St. Andrew Chapter will be having their knighting of new members on May 25th. It will be at 6:30 pm. All Scottish Rite Masons are invited. The knighting will take place in the Consistory auditorium.

Knights of St. Andrew is a service organization of the Des Moines Scottish Rite and is open to Masters of the Royal Secret (32°). The Knights coordinate a number of events and activities for our Valley and perform the 28th degree at our reunions. You will also see them providing hospitality at many of our functions. They are also very involved with the coordination of the Scottish Rite Golf outing. If you are interested in joining KSA, please contact Steve Hall, Commander (515-201-3900) or the Scottish Rite office 515-288-8927.

At the Royal Mile

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294th Anniversary of Founding of the Grand Lodge of England

Wednesday June 22 and Thursday June 23, 2011

The evening will feature a traditional English pub dinner, program, and toasts. We will celebrate the founding of the first Grand Lodge at the "Goose and Gridiron Tavern", early Masonic Documents and the tradition of "Festive Boards and Toasts.".

6:00 pm – Social Hour

7:00 pm – Dinner

8:00 pm – Program

We can accept your credit card payment over the phone, if you would like to pay in that manner prior to Wednesday or Thursday.

All events take place on the 2nd floor of the Royal Mile pub (210 4th St. – downtown Des Moines)

Dinner choices are Fish & Chips, Bangers and Mash, Shepherds Pie, and Guinness Pie. Cost is $20 per person. Open to Master Masons only. Seating is limited to 55 Reservations per night. Reservations and advance paument required by contacting the

SR Office 515-288-8927 or rsvp@dmscottishrite.org

Scottis Rite Express 5/9/2011

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SR Express
May 9, 2011

Quick Links

May 11 - Quarterly Meeting & Ascension Service

May 25 - KSA (Knighting Ceremony)

June 10 - Scottish Rite Golf Outing

June 22/23 - University of Free Masonry (Royal Mile)

June 25 - AASR / Masonic Leadership

July 27 - Scottish Rite Recognition Dinner and Awards night

July 31 - AASR Family Ice Cream Social and Games

August 27 - AASR - One Day Reunion Honoring Richard Noyce 32° KCCH / Ivan Johnson 32° KCCH

September 7 - University of Free Masonry Portrayal of the Scottish Rite 3^rd Degree

September 14 - Quarterly Meeting & Elections

September 15 - 17 - Grand Lodge of Iowa (Davenport)

Oct. 28/29 - AASR Fall Reunion (1^st Weekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class

Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2^nd Weekend) Double Eagle Gala

December 14 - Quarterly Meeting, Installation, Holiday Party with York Rite