SR Express - Passing of a Brother

Jack C. Frost, 33°

Scottish Rite Express

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

September 11, 2018

Jack Curtis Frost, 92, passed away on September 8, 

2018  at Calvin Community Nursing Home in Des Moines. A memorial service will be at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 13 at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory in Urbandale.

Jack was born December 12, 1925 in Ottumwa, Iowa to James and Nellie Frost.  Jack served in the Army Air Corps during WWII as a Staff Sergeant and B-17 crew member.  Jack moved to Des Moines in 1956. He worked as an engineer for Union Pacific Railroad prior to working for NW Bell Telephone Company until he retired in 1986. 

Jack was a member of DeMolay in Ottumwa as a teenager and joined Empire Lodge #269 in July of 1948. Jack later affiliated with Daylight Lodge #660 in Des Moines, serving as Master in 1992.  He also served as Treasurer for many years.  He was a member of the High Twelve, Ottumwa York Rite and the Chanters Unit of the Za-Ga-Zig Shrine.  Jack served as a Trustee of Za Ga Zig and was a Past Chairman of the Shrine Circus.

He joined Des Moines Consistory in 1987.  He was active as a Ritualist, Sound Crew member, the Breakfast Club, Kitchen Krew and Double Eagle chorus.  He was honored with the rank and distinction of the Knight Commander of the Court of Honour in 1993.  Jack received the 33^rd and last degree on November 10, 2007.

Jack is survived by his wife, Wilma; grandchildren, James (Marcy) Heggen and Brenda (Mike) Carter; two great-grandchildren, Jordan and Emily Carter; and son-in-law, Tim Cantrell. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Jane Cantrell; brother, Richard; and sister, Marjorie Deets. 

Memorial contributions may be given to the Shriners Children's Hospital. Online condolences may be expressed at www.caldwellparrish.com.

😱 Make sure you read to the end!

We've Got a Great Year Ahead! It's only January, but the Scottish Rite Southern Jurisdiction already has a year jam packed with great events. Here are just a few dates you'll want to mark in your calendar! 2018 Scottish Rite Workshops ALL Scottish Rite Masons are invited and encouraged to attend these workshops.  Registration is now open! Please follow:   Scottish Rite Twitter & Facebook accounts(#2018SRWorkshops) for the latest news & updates. Dates & Locations March 23–24 | Seattle, WA April 6–7 | Omaha, NE April 20–21 | Atlanta, GA   Schedule of Events A link to register online and a preview agenda for the 2018 Workshops are available at scottishrite.org via the Meetings & Workshops page. This annual fundraising telethon lets our members "Celebrate the Craft" by showcasing talents of members around the country and inviting every Valley to participate by having CTC viewing parties of their own.  Best of all, monies raised through CTC help YOUR Orient's charitable endeavors AND preservation efforts at the house of the Temple.  For more information about CTC, please contact Matt Szramoski at mszramoski@scottishrite.org or 202–777–3143   SUBMISSIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR SCOTTISH RITE HAS TALENT If you think you've got what it takes to be a part of the show, click here for guidelines on how to apply to come to Washington DC for the LIVE broadcast!

2018 Knights of St. Andrew International Gathering The 4th Annual gathering of the Knight of Saint Andrew will be held in Waco Texas! Friday–Sunday, July 20–22, 2018 For more information and to register CLICK HERE 2018 RiteCare Conference The 2018 RiteCare Scottish Rite Childhood Language Program Conference is a biennial conference of Scottish Rite Speech, Language, and Literacy Programs. Scottish Rite leaders along with speech-language pathologists, literacy and dyslexia specialists, audiologists, graduate students, and parents gather to further the education and shared mission of RiteCare SRCLP affiliated clinics, hospitals, and university speech-language programs “to help children communicate.”    This year's conference will be held hosted by the Orient of California in Los Angeles!   August 8-10, 2018 at Los Angeles Marriott Registration opens soon!   For More Information Kristin Hoffman, MA, CCC-SLP Director of RiteCare Operations in California khoffman@casrf.org Copyright © 2018 The Supreme Council, 33°, S.J. USA, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are a Scottish Rite Freemason of the Southern Jurisdiction, USA. Our mailing address is: The Supreme Council, 33°, S.J. USA 1733 16th Street N.W. Washington, DC 20009 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

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 - 2017 Honor Men have been selected

June 20, 2017

2017 HONOR MEN HAVE BEEN SELECTED!

Earlier this spring the members of the Des Moines Valley who have been honored with the Knight Commander Court of Honour (32nd KCCH) and the Inspector General Honorary (33°) met to ballot on honor selections for the 2017 session of the Supreme Council.  Once the members of the Des Moines Valley had an opportunity to make their wishes known, these recommendations were forwarded to our Sovereign Grand Inspector General, Gary L. Sissel, 33°.  Following the approval of Ill. Bro. Sissel these recommendations were then submitted by him to the Active Members of the Supreme Council of the 33rd degree, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite for the Southern Jurisdiction of the USA.  

The members of the Supreme Council met in a special session to discuss and ballot on the nominations for all honors for the Southern Jurisdiction.  

The Des Moines Valley is pleased to announce that we received 7 Knight Commanders of the Count of Honour and 3 Inspectors General Honorary.

2017 33rd Degree

Inspector General Honorary (elect)

Ricky N. McCampbell

Wade E. Sheeler

Paul R. Tyler

2017 Knight Commander Court of Honour (elect)

Mark W. Allen          Bradley A. Reichardt

Terry L. Augustus     Carl J. Van Der Kamp

Arthur G. Crandon    Timothy J. Whipple

Ryan A. Genest

SR Express - Passing of a Brother

Announcing the passing of              Ill. Brother Robert M Speed, 33°

Brethren,   It is with a heavy heart that I write to you to inform you of the passing of Robert M. Speed, 33°.      To say Brother Bob's passing leaves a void in the musical life of the Scottish Rite would be a great understatement.  Bob's skills at the organ were tremendous, a result of his over 75 years as an organ student, then teacher, and performer as Church Organist.  Bob's vast skills included improvisation, which enabled us to enjoy great "marching music" during the degree work, Fanfares of unsurpassed complexity, and incidental music that never failed to enhance the activity going on during the degree. We were so fortunate that even after he had retired from all other organist jobs, he was willing to continue as one of our organists.  We will always remember Bob when we sing the special final "Amen" of the 32nd degree that he composed for us. Bob never complained about his failing health.  Just a couple of years ago, you would never have guessed that he was entering his mid-eighties.  He remained vibrant and healthy, and I remember him still taking spinning classes at the gym during those years when most of us would had given up on such activity... but  a couple years ago,  he began to fail.  He remained optimistic much of the time, but at the last reunion, he indicated that he didn't feel up to playing for all the the degrees any longer, but would continue playing for the 32nd Degree, and turned in much of his music.  I accepted his partial resignation reluctantly, but with the realization that this was something he needed for his health and his peace of mind. As a friend, I will personally miss Bob greatly.  His sense of humor, his quick wit, and his musical knowledge, were all precious to me. Just sitting and talking with Bob was an educational experience and always ended with a laugh! As a conductor, I have never worked with anyone as knowledgeable, forgiving, patient, and helpful as Bob Speed.   I'm sure everyone in the Double Eagle Chorus has special memories of Bob.  Take just a moment today, and remember him.   I'll let you know when I learn something about memorial services.   Ron Lindhart, Director Des Moines Double Eagle Chorus Bob was raised in Capital Lodge on Feb. 26, 1963 to the sublime degree of a Master Mason. He joined Scottish Rite on June 25,1994 and received the Knight Commander Court of Honour on October 4, 1999. He received the Inspector General Honorary (33°) on November 10, 2007. Keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.   Sincerely and Fraternally, Shane A. Harshbarger Secretary/Registrar

Scottish Rite Announcement,

All,

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

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

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

~Shane

Shane A. Harshbarger

Scottish Rite Consistory

Office: 515-288-8927

Fax: 515-288-8929

Cell: 515-865-4727

Click on the schedule to enlarge..

Scottish Rite Day, November 12, 2016

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

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

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

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

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

Scottish Rite Express - - Passing of a Brother

Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa August 19, 2016  Announcing the passing of                 Brother James A. Spoerl, 33°     Brethren, We are saddened to report the passing of James A. Spoerl, 33°.  Visitation will be on Monday, August 22nd from 4 to 7 pm with a Masonic Service to begin at 7pm.  Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 23rd at 10:30 am, all at the Merle Hay Funeral Home Chapel at 4400 Merle Hay Rd in Des Moines. James A. Spoerl, 75, known as Jim to family and friends, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2016 at the Unity Point Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines following complications from heart surgery.   Jim was born in Marion, North Dakota to Arthur and Mildred Spoerl.  He started his career in the radio industry as a radio DJ in Pipestone, MN.  Jim came to Des Moines when he took a job in sales with the KSO & KIOA stations.  Later Jim joined the Lessing Flynn Advertising Firm and remained with them until his retirement earlier this year. Masonically, Jim joined Warren Lodge #53 in 1970.  He transferred his membership to Waveland Park Lodge #654 in 1983 and served as Master in 1999.  He became a Master of the Royal Secret on April 17, 1971, he received his Knight Commander Court of Honour on October 21, 1985 and he was coronated with his 33rd Degree on October 3, 2001.  Jim was very active in ritual, particularly in the 17°, 18°, 21° and 32°.  He was currently serving as Degree Master of the 17th degree and the 32nd Degree as well as Prior.  He was also a Director on the Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation.  Jim served in the Rose Croix line and was Master of Kadosh in 2001.  He also served as Director of the Work for many years.  He was also a and a member of Za Ga Zig Shrine. He took pride in his accomplishment in helping bring a Ronald McDonald House to Des Moines.  Jim was an avid golfer, loved spending time with family and doted on his beloved dog, Skyla. Please keep his wife, Mary Lou and his family in your thoughts and prayers. Sincerely and Fraternally, Shane A. Harshbarger Secretary/Registrar

Scottish Rite Expres

Valley of Des Moines ---------------------------------- Orient of Iowa September 1, 2015 Quick Links Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Blog Scottish Rite Events September 24th KCCH Investiture September 30th Fall Kickoff October 17th 33rd Coronation October 30th/31st Fall Reunion 1st Weekend November 13/14th Fall Reunion Second Weekend Des Moines  Valley Officers Bryce B. Hildreth  33°  Master of Kadosh Des Moines Consistory W. Charles Smithson 33° (Elect) Venerable Master Lodge of Perfection Gregory L. Andersen 33° Wise Master Chapter Rose Croix Gregory R. Spooner  33°  (Elect) 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 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. Attention: This is a notice that my emaildwhite@dmscottishrite.com has been hacked! I didn't send any blanket emails. Do not open! Thank you! Donette White Office Assistant

Spring Reunion Menus

DINNER: Friday, March 27, 2015 Tapestry Room ($9) "Build your own Burger" Cheese: American, Pepperjack, Cheddar, Swiss Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Sauteed Mushrooms, Grilled Hamburgers Toppings: Pickles, Jalapenos Potato Chips Onion Rings Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies Coffee, Iced Tea, Water LUNCH: Saturday, March 28, 2015 Tapestry Room ($9) Mashed Potatoes & Gravy "Bangers and Mash" Grilled English Sausages Peas Celery & Carrots Brownies Coffee, Iced Tea, Water 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. Social Hour-6:00 pm  Prima Donna Cheese Table Italian Breadcrumb & Parmesan Stuffed Mushrooms Swedish Meatballs Reunion Banquet-7:00 pm Garden Salad Apple Cider Glazed Pork Chop & Italian Roasted Chicken Breast duo Wild Rice Grilled Vegetables Fresh Baked Rolls Strawberry Shortcake Spring Gala-8:00 pm Music by Select Entertainment DJ $30 per person RSVP today 515.288.8927 rsvp@dmscottishrite.org

Save the Date!

2014 Double Eagle Gala The 2014 Double Eagle Gala will be held on Saturday November 1, 2014 at the Scottish Rite Consistory 6th Ave. and Park St., Des Moines,IA.   Music will be performed by the Central Iowa Band, Slipstream.

Food, Fun, Flags,  Fireworks & Scottish Rite was a great success, our attendance was well over 250!  We enjoyed tasty food, an entertaining band and watched spectacular fireworks from the Top of  the Tower put on by both the Capitol Building and the Iowa Cubs.  Thanks  to all that came, we can't wait  for next year.