Scottish Rite Expresss

Consistory Meet & Greet

Join us on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 for a Consistory “Meet and Greet.” This simple event is a chance to stop in, say hello to a few of your friends, and enjoy the fellowship of Scottish Rite. There will be snacks and drinks available. The Consistory meet and greets are open to anyone, so feel free to invite your non-Masonic friends as well. The library will be open from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

As the reunion is fast approaching, we thought having some additional “Meet and Greets” might be worthwhile. Therefore, will be hosting Meet and Greets on October 7 and 14, leading in to the fall reunion. We encourage you to bring a prospective member to Scottish Rite with hope he will petition the fall class.

3rd Degree

Normally, I do not include 3rd Degrees in the SR Express but this Tuesday, September 29th Glenn Clark, son of the Master of Kadosh Mark Clark, will be taking his 3rd Degree in Capital Lodge #110. Lodge will open at 7:00 pm with the 3rd Degree to follow. If you happen to have Tuesday evening, open please consider attending.

Scottish Rite Degree Practices

Tuesday, September 29, 2009
18th Degree – 7 pm (Auditorium)
22nd Degree – 7 pm (Tapestry Lounge)

Wednesday, September 30, 2009
14th Degree – 6 pm (Auditorium)
8th Degree – 7 pm (Auditorium)

Scottish Rite Fall Reunion

The Fall Scottish Rite Reunion will honor George R. Carr 33° Grand Cross. It will be held on October 16/17 (degrees 4-18) and October 30/31 (degrees 19-32). We will be balloting on petitions on Wednesday, October 7th, so please submit them as soon as possible.

Included in this reunion is the annual Double Eagle Gala, the highlight celebration of the Consistory year. This year the gala will feature the High Society Big Band, a Masquerade ball themed party, and a fully catered banquet. The exciting event is $35 per person and we would like your payment and reservation prior to October 23rd.

The formal invitations will be sent this week. The dress for the Gala is black tie optional. Should you like to wear a masquerade mask, feel free to do so but it is certainly not required.

Should you like to buy a table of eight for your party, you may do so. There are a limited number of these reserved tables available for $280 each and full advance payment is required.

Consistory Meet & Greet

Consistory Meet & Greet

Join us on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 for a meet and greet. This simple event is a chance to stop in, say hello to a few of your friends, and enjoy the fellowship of Scottish Rite. The Consistory meet and greets are open to anyone, so feel free to invite your non-Masonic friends as well. 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. In the Library on Second Floor.

There will also be Meet and Greets on October 7 and 14 with a chance to bring prospects to let them learn about Scottish Rite fellowship

Pictures from the Fall Kick-off

First four pictures are by Kevin Christians 32°

Fall Membership Kick-off

Master of Kadosh, Mark Clark 33° invites you to the annual Fall Kick-off to the Fall activities. This is designed to remind everyone of the camaraderie we enjoy as Scottish Rite Masons and the upcoming Fall activities, especially the Fall Reunion and Gala.

IT will be reminiscent of the meetings of our ancient brethren, as they gathered for song food and fellowship at their festive boards. A great meal of Iowa Chops will be served.

There will be a special program introducing the Scottish Rite to non-Scottish Rite Masons. Iowa Chop dinner with baked potato, vegetable, salad and dessert for only $10. Come for Fellowship, come for fun.

Prospective Master Masons and prospective Scottish Rite Masons are FREE! You can earn a free dinner by bringing a prospective member(s) with a completed Scottish Rite petition & fees.

The evening will begin with a social hour at 6:00 pm with dinner to follow. There will be a short program following dinner introducing Scottish Rite to the prospective members. Building tours will also be available

Now is the time to ask that Master Mason friend of yours to join Scottish Rite. Cost is $10 for SR Masons. However, SR candidates are free. If you bring a candidate with a signed & paid petition , your dinner is free as well. Remember the Fall reunion is in honor of George R. Carr, 33° G. C.

If you plan to attend please contact the office (288-8927 or rsvp@dmscottishrite.org by September 21.

6:00 PM Social Hour

7:00 PM Dinner

Grilled Iowa Chops

8:00 - Introduction to the Scottish Rite

The Lost Symbol

In anticipation of Dan Brown's Novel The Lost Symbol due out Wednesday a Web Site has been set up to address questions. It is sponsored by the Masonic Society, The Masonic Service Association and the George Washington Masonic Memorial