Scottish Rite Express

April 20, 2016

Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa

THE DES MOINES SCOTTISH RITE UNIVERSITY OF FREEMASONRY SERIES PRESENTS "ALL GREEK TO THEE: THE PLATONIC HERITAGE OF THE 27TH DEGREE" What:        University of Freemasonry Where:       Des Moines Scottish                      Rite Masonic Center  When:        April 27, 2016 Schedule:  6:00 - 27th Degree Presentation                   6:30 - Lecture by Prof.                                                   John Finamore                   7:30 - Social Hour Cost:         $10.00 per person (RSVP required                       by 4/25/2016) RSVP        Email: rsvp@dmscottishrite.org About the Event The 27th Degree - Knight of the Sun presents some of the philosophical teachings of alchemy.  But the teachings of medieval alchemy themselves have their origins in Plato's philosophy and in the ideas of the Neoplatonists who followed him. This University of Freemasonry event will present the 27th Degree, followed by a lecture from a University of Iowa Philosophy Professor who will put the degree in context for us.

2016 EVENTS April 27th         U of FM - Knight of the Sun May 11th           SR Quarterly Meeting May 16th           KSA Knighting June 10th           AASR Golf Outing June 24th/25th   Summer AASR Reunion June 28th/29th   U of FM - Royal Mile July 25th            AASR Honor's Banquet August 18th       University of Freemasonry August 31st       Worker's Dinner/Kick-off September 14th  SR Quarterly Meeting October 15th      1st Saturday (4° - 14°) October 29th      2nd Saturday (15° - 22°) November 12th  3rd Saturday (23° - 32°) December 7th     SR Meeting/Holiday Party

Food, Fun, Fireworks, Flags, & Scottish Rite - July 2nd

Food, Fun, Fireworks, Flags, & Scottish Rite 

- July 2nd

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Please join us at our "indoor picnic" on July 2nd! This patriotic event will be held at the

Top of the Tower at the

Holiday Inn downtown.

There will be burgers, hot dogs, sno-cones, and chips.  The Iowa 34th Army Band brass band ensemble "Scrap Metal" will be providing tunes to liven up the party. 

 

The Holiday Inn, Top of the Tower, will also provide a great view to watch fireworks at the State Capital and after the Iowa Cubs Game at Principal Park.  It is air conditioned, no mosquitoes, and you don't have to bring a lawn chair.

                           Details:

Who:       Scottish Rite Masons, their friends, and families.

What:        Food, Fun, Flags,

                 Fireworks, & Scottish Rite 

 Where:      Holiday Inn - Downtown

                 1050 6th Ave. Des Moines

When:       July 2nd at 6:30 pm

Cost:         Picnic Dinner

($14 adults or $6 for children)

Band, Party, and Fireworks are Free

RSVP required by June 29: SR Office 515-288-8927 orrsvp@dmscottishrite.org

Maundy Thursday Service April 2, 2015

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

You're Invited! The 2015 Scottish Rite Spring Gala is Saturday, March 28th.

Master of Kadosh Bryce B. Hildreth & the officers of the  Des  Moines Scottish Rite invite you and your lady to the 2015 Spring Gala.

Annual Meeting and Feast of Kadosh

Scottish Rite Express   Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa January 22, 2015

Quick Links Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Blog Scottish Rite Events February 11: Annual Meeting and Feast of Kadosh February 19:    Spring Reunion Kickoff March 13/14th: Spring Reunion:  1st Weekend March 27/28th: Spring Reunion  2nd Weekend Des Moines  Valley Officers Bryce B. Hildreth  33°  Master of Kadosh Des Moines Consistory W. Charles Smithson 32° KCCH Venerable Master Lodge of Perfection Gregory L. Andersen 33° Wise Master Chapter Rose Croix Gregory R. Spooner  32°  KCCH Commander Council of Kadosh Shane A. Harshbarger 33°  Secretary/Registrar Annual Meeting and Feast of Kadosh The Annual Meeting of the Des Moines Consistory will be held on Wednesday February 11, 2015 at 6:00 pm. After the annual meeting there will be a Feast Day celebration for the Council of Kadosh. According to the Supreme Council of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, a Council of the Kadosh celebrates a Feast Day (March 19). These dates correspond to the founding of the Order and the martyrdom of Jacques de Molay. We will celebrate both on February 11th following the annual meeting. Our evening will feature dinner, toasts, and a special program on the Council of Kadosh and the Knights Templar. Most of us know the basic story of the Templars but we hope to share some additional knowledge that may come as a surprise to you. For example, the 30th Degree is the 3rd of the 6 Knight Templar degrees of Scottish Rite. Do you know the other 5? This event is open only to Scottish Rite Masons. Cost is $12 for dinner and program. Pardon our Dust, First Quarter Renovations have Begun! Due to our successful fundraisers over the past year, we were able to start the renovations of the Third Floor Hallway and Members Lounge. The area is currently being painted and new light fixtures are being installed. Thank you for your continued support of the Scottish Rite to help make projects like this possible!   KNIGHT OF THE DOUBLE EAGLE    Purpose: The Knight of the Double Eagle is an award to recognize efforts in growing and supporting the Des Moines Valley of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite.  It is available for any member of the Valley, regardless of age, length of membership, other honors, or offices held.    Section #1 - Required achievements: (must accomplish each achievement) Serve as a member of a committee or a degree team for the Spring & Fall Reunions Top-line sign one petition for the Scottish Rite Complete the Scottish Rite Master Craftsman I program Attend at least 3 Valley events during the calendar year not used in Section #2 Section #2 - Category achievements: (must accomplish one achievement  from each area) CHARITY Participate in Meals from Heartland event Golf or volunteer at the Scottish Rite Golf Outing Donate $100 to the Friends of the Des Moines Consistory Donate $100 to the Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation EDUCATIONAL Attend two University of Freemasonry events Complete the Scottish Rite Master Craftsman II or Symbolic Lodge Edition program Watch or perform in a degree from each of the 4 bodies of the Scottish Rite Write a paper for publication by the Des Moines Valley MEMBERSHIP Bring a Scottish Rite prospect to the Spring Reunion Kick-off or Membership Appreciation Dinner Bring a Scottish Rite prospect to the Fall Reunion Kick-off Top line sign an additional petition to the requirement listed in Section #1 Bring the Master or one of the Wardens of your Symbolic Lodge to the Blue Lodge Breakfast OUTREACH Serve as an officer in your Symbolic lodge Bring a prospect for Freemasonry to a kick-off event Top line sign a new member into your Symbolic Lodge Assist with a degree conferral at a Symbolic Lodge other than your own Upon successful completion, the recipient shall receive a certificate recognizing him as a Knight of the Double Eagle, a Knight of the Double Eagle jewel to be worn along with his Scottish Rite cap, his name listed on the Valley website, and his name upon a Knight of the Double Eagle plaque in the Des Moines Valley library. All areas must be complete prior to December 31, 2015.  Contact Shane Harshbarger for additional details.

Scottish Rite Express

Scottish Rite Express   Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa January 8, 2015 Quick Links Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Blog Scottish Rite Events     January 17th: Symbolic Lodge Breakfast, University of Freemasonry and the Annual Cribbage Tournament March 13/14th: Spring Reunion:  1st Weekend March 27/28th: Spring Reunion  2nd Weekend Des Moines  Valley Officers Bryce B. Hildreth  33°  Master of Kadosh Des Moines Consistory W. Charles Smithson 32° KCCH Venerable Master Lodge of Perfection Gregory L. Andersen 33° Wise Master Chapter Rose Croix Gregory R. Spooner  32°  KCCH Commander Council of Kadosh Shane A. Harshbarger 33°  Secretary/Registrar Join us for the 2015 Symbolic Lodge Breakfast and University of Freemasonry         This is the 15th annual breakfast hosted by the Des Moines Scottish Rite.  It is an opportunity to meet members from the various lodges in Central Iowa, enjoy a great breakfast, and learn more about Freemasonry.  The breakfast is free to all Masons with a reservation. It will begin at 8:00 am on Saturday, January 17 at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center (519 Park Street).   Please reserve by January 14th by calling 515-288-8927 or via email rsvp@dmscottishrite.org At our annual Symbolic Lodge Breakfast, Ron Lindhart, 33° will present a program on the William Morgan Affair.  The disappearance of Morgan had far-reaching effects, in the Northeast most lodges and many Grand Lodges ceased operations, the anti-Masonic political party was born, and our lodges changed forever.   Following the breakfast will be the University of Freemasonry program and then our Annual Cribbage Tournament at 9:30 am.  Anyone can play in the cribbage tournament. KNIGHT OF THE DOUBLE EAGLE    Purpose: The Knight of the Double Eagle is an award to recognize efforts in growing and supporting the Des Moines Valley of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite.  It is available for any member of the Valley, regardless of age, length of membership, other honors, or offices held.    Section #1 - Required achievements: (must accomplish each achievement) Serve as a member of a committee or a degree team for the Spring & Fall Reunions Top-line sign one petition for the Scottish Rite Complete the Scottish Rite Master Craftsman I program Attend at least 3 Valley events during the calendar year not used in Section #2 Section #2 - Category achievements: (must accomplish one achievement  from each area) CHARITY Participate in Meals from Heartland event Golf or volunteer at the Scottish Rite Golf Outing Donate $100 to the Friends of the Des Moines Consistory Donate $100 to the Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation EDUCATIONAL Attend two University of Freemasonry events Complete the Scottish Rite Master Craftsman II or Symbolic Lodge Edition program Watch or perform in a degree from each of the 4 bodies of the Scottish Rite Write a paper for publication by the Des Moines Valley MEMBERSHIP Bring a Scottish Rite prospect to the Spring Reunion Kick-off or Membership Appreciation Dinner Bring a Scottish Rite prospect to the Fall Reunion Kick-off Top line sign an additional petition to the requirement listed in Section #1 Bring the Master or one of the Wardens of your Symbolic Lodge to the Blue Lodge Breakfast OUTREACH Serve as an officer in your Symbolic lodge Bring a prospect for Freemasonry to a kick-off event Top line sign a new member into your Symbolic Lodge Assist with a degree conferral at a Symbolic Lodge other than your own Upon successful completion, the recipient shall receive a certificate recognizing him as a Knight of the Double Eagle, a Knight of the Double Eagle jewel to be worn along with his Scottish Rite cap, his name listed on the Valley website, and his name upon a Knight of the Double Eagle plaque in the Des Moines Valley library. All areas must be complete prior to December 31, 2015.  Contact Shane Harshbarger for additional details.

Des Moines Scottish Rite - History Making Reunion

SR Express October 28, 2014

Quick Links Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Blog Scottish Rite Events     October 31st/ November 1st Fall Reunion  (3rd Weekend) November 1st Double Eagle Gala  November 30th Meal from the Heartland December 10th Installation of Officers/ Holiday Party Des Moines Valley Officers Steven F. Jacobsen  32° KCCH Master of Kadosh Des Moines Consistory W. Charles Smithson 32° KCCH Venerable Master Lodge of Perfection Gregory L. Andersen 33° Wise Master Chapter Rose Croix Bryce B. Hildreth 33° Commander Council of Kadosh Shane A. Harshbarger 33°  Secretary/Registrar Des Moines Valley History about to be made! We are quickly approaching a major accomplishment for the Des Moines Valley.  This weekend the members of the Des Moines Scottish Rite, along with our families, friends, and 13 great candidates will celebrate performing all 29 Scottish Rite degrees and honor two outstanding Scottish Rite Masons, Charles W. Iles 32° KCCH and Bobby E. Rice 32° KCCH.  This historic event is the result of many hours and years of hard work and commitment to Scottish Rite Freemasonry.  It certainly proves that Freemasonry is Brotherhood.   We will begin on Friday night with dinner at 5:00 pm in the Tapestry Room.  Our kitchen krew will be hard at work preparing Minute Steaks with mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes and apple crisp.  Cost is $10. After dinner we will continue our journey through the Council of Kadosh degrees, the 23rd to the 26th.  These degrees are the philosophical degrees of the Kadosh degrees where the philosophy of Judaism, Islam and Christianity are introduced.  COUNCIL of KADOSH DEGREES 6:00 pm           23rd Degree  Degree Master: William J. Vandivier, 32° KCCH                            6:35 pm           24th Degree Degree Master: W. Charles Smithson, 32° KCCH 7:30 pm           25th Degree Degree Master: Kevin R. Smith, 32° KCCH          8:15 pm           26th Degree Degree Master: Gregory R. Spooner, 32° KCCH Saturday morning, November 1st at 8:45 am will begin the last day of the Charles W. Iles Fall Reunion.   We will finish the Council of Kadosh degrees and then complete our Scottish Rite journey in the Consistory. 8:45 am            27th Degree Degree Master: Randy  C. Simmons, 32° KCCH 9:45 am            28th Degree Degree Master: Michael J. Taylor, 32° KSA Commander 10:40 am          29th Degree Degree Master: Shane A. Harshbarger, 33° 11:25 am          LUNCH - Served in Tapestry Room ($8) Garden Salad, Sausage Cavetelli,  Garlic Bread, Nutty Cones 12:25 pm         30th Degree Degree Master: Gregory R. Spooner, 32° KCCH CONSISTORY DEGREES 1:50 pm           31st Degree Degree Master: John W. Clearman, 33° 3:00 pm           32nd Degree - 1st Section 3:55 pm           32nd Degree - 2nd Section Degree Master: James Spoerl, 33°   Double Eagle Gala Saturday November 1, 2014 The evening will conclude with our signature event, the Double Eagle Gala.  We will begin at 6:00 pm with social hour consisting of libations and passed hors de oeuvres of bruchetta pomodoro and stuffed mushrooms.     For dinner, our Master of Kadosh has chosen an option of Beef Tenderloin or Tilapia with Lemon Cream Sauce.  A vegetarian meal, Grilled Portobello Mushroom on a Polenta cake, is available. For our program we will welcome our new Scottish Rite Masons from the summer class in honor of Bobby E. Rice, 32° KCCH and our fall class in honor of Charles W. Iles, 32° KCCH.     Our special guest for the evening will be Gary L. Sissel, 33º SGIG of Iowa and his lady Carole.   Following our program, the band Slipstream will provide music from the 1960's to today.  If you haven't made your reservation and wish to attend, please contact the Scottish Rite office (515-288-8927) or via email rsvp@dmscottishrite.org as soon as possible.     Charles W. Iles, 32° KCCH  Reunion Schedule October 31st/November 1st     FRIDAY OCTOBER 31, 2014 5:00 PM             DINNER 5:45 PM             ILES CLASS ASSEMBLES 6:00 PM             23rd Degree    Chief of the Tabernacle 6:35 PM             24th Degree    Prince of the Tabernacle 7:30 PM             25th Degree    Knight of the Brazen                                                               Serpent 8:15 PM             26th Degree    Prince of Mercy 8:40 PM             DIMISSAL SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2014 8:30 AM             ILES CLASS ASSEMBLES 8:45 AM             27th Degree    Knight of the Sun 9:45 AM             28th Degree    Knight Commander of                                                             Temple 10:40 AM           29th Degree     Scottish Knight of St.                                                              Andrew 11:10 AM           CLASS PICTURES 11:25 AM           LUNCH 12:25 PM           30th Degree    Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 1:50 PM            31st Degree    Inspector Inquisitor 3:00 PM            32nd Degree   Master of the Royal                                               Secret                                                  (1st Section) 3:55 PM            32nd Degree   Master of the Royal                                               Secret                                                  (2nd Section) 6:00 PM            SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM            CLASS BANQUET AND FALL GALA

Scottish Rite Express

SR Express October 27, 2014

Quick Links Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Blog Scottish Rite            Events    October 31st/November 1st Fall Reunion (3rd Weekend) November 1st Double Eagle Gala November 30th Meal from the Heartland December 10th Installation of Officers/ Holiday Party DSM Valley Officers Steven F. Jacobsen  32° KCCH Master of Kadosh Des Moines Consistory W. Charles Smithson 32° KCCH Venerable Master Lodge of Perfection Gregory L. Andersen 33° Wise Master Chapter Rose Croix Bryce B. Hildreth 33° Commander Council of Kadosh Shane A. Harshbarger 33°  Secretary/Registrar   Double Eagle Gala Saturday November 1, 2014 Steven F. Jacobsen, Master of Kadosh and the officers of the Des Moines Scottish Rite cordially invite you and your lady to the 2014 Double Eagle Gala 6:00 PM - Social Hour Bruschetta Pomodora, Stuffed Mushrooms, Hot Apple Cider, Cocktails, & Oktoberfest Beer 7:00 PM - Dinner Honoring the Charles W. Iles, 32° KCCH &  Bobby E. Rice, 32° KCCH Memorial Classes Special Guest: Illustrious Gary L. Sissel, 33° Sovereign Grand Inspector General of Iowa Banquet by Baratta's Restaurant & Catering Insalata Rustica with Julienne Bell Peppers and Bermuda Onions Choice of Smoked Beef Tenderloin or Tilapia with Lemon Cream Sauce Potato Croquette, Vegetable Medley, Assorted Mini Desserts 8:00 PM - Dancing Music provided by Slipstream Please make your reservation soon! You can call us at 515-288-8927 or email atrsvp@dmscottishrite.org   We hope you can join us on Friday, October 31st!  5:00 pm  Dinner - Served in Tapestry Room ($10)               Minute Steaks with Mushroom Gravy,                Mashed Potatoes, Apple Crisp           6:00 pm   23rd Degree - Degree Master:                         William J. Vandivier, 32° KCCH                           6:35 pm   24th Degree - Degree Master:                                        W. Charles Smithson, 32° KCCH              7:30 pm   25th Degree  - Degree Master:                                        Kevin R. Smith, 32° KCCH                8:15 pm   26th Degree - Degree Master:                                       Gregory R. Spooner, 32° KCCH 8:40 pm   Dismissal    Charles W. Iles, 32° KCCH  Reunion Schedule October 31st/November 1st     FRIDAY OCTOBER 31, 2014 5:00 PM             DINNER 5:45 PM             ILES CLASS ASSEMBLES 6:00 PM             23rd Degree    Chief of the Tabernacle 6:35 PM             24th Degree    Prince of the Tabernacle 7:30 PM             25th Degree    Knight of the Brazen                                                               Serpent 8:15 PM             26th Degree    Prince of Mercy 8:40 PM             DIMISSAL SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2014 8:30 AM             ILES CLASS ASSEMBLES 8:45 AM             27th Degree    Knight of the Sun 9:45 AM             28th Degree    Knight Commander of                                                             Temple 10:40 AM           29th Degree     Scottish Knight of St.                                                              Andrew 11:10 AM           CLASS PICTURES 11:25 AM           LUNCH 12:25 PM           30th Degree    Knight Kadosh CONSISTORY DEGREES 1:50 PM            31st Degree    Inspector Inquisitor 3:00 PM            32nd Degree   Master of the Royal                                               Secret                                                  (1st Section) 3:55 PM            32nd Degree   Master of the Royal                                               Secret                                                  (2nd Section) 6:00 PM            SOCIAL HOUR 7:00 PM            CLASS BANQUET AND FALL GALA