Grand Master's Leadership Symposium

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.

SR Express June 17, 2011

Quick Links Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Blog DSM Valley Officers Shane Harshbarger 33° Master of Kadosh Des Moines Consistory Steven F. Jacobsen 32° KCCH Venerable Master Lodge of Perfection Dan Hobson 32° KCCH Wise Master Chapter Rose Croix John W. Clearman 33° Commander Council of Kadosh 2011 Calendar 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 3 - KSA Meeting August 24 - Shepherd's Tavern Society 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 3rd Degree September 14 - Quarterly Meeting &Elections 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 (1stWeekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2nd 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 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

SR Express June 2, 2011

Quick Links Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Des Moines Scottish Rite Consistory Blog DSM Valley Officers Shane Harshbarger 33° Master of Kadosh Des Moines Consistory Steven F. Jacobsen 32° KCCH Venerable Master Lodge of Perfection Dan Hobson 32° KCCH Wise Master Chapter Rose Croix John W. Clearman 33° Commander Council of Kadosh 2011 Calendar 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 3 - KSA Meeting August 24 - Shepherd's Tavern Society 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 3rd Degree September 14 - Quarterly Meeting &Elections 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 (1stWeekend) Ellis Monk 33° Memorial Class Nov. 11/12 - AASR Fall Reunion (2nd 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 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