Provincial News
- Written by: William Diggins
On Friday the 12th of October 2018, the Provincial Office team at Sheaf Close, Northampton were most pleased to receive a surprise visit from the Assistant Grand Master, RWBro Sir David Hugh Wootton.
During his visit, Sir David spoke about the University scheme and the Province’s approach to retention.
- Written by: Mike Coleman
October 4th was a most memorable occasion for Bro Steven Hylott of Danetre Lodge when he completed his journey through Pure Antient Masonry and was Exalted into the Royal Arch in Beneventa Chapter 2380.
MEZ David Markham presided in fine style over an excellent ceremony, most notable for the fine work by Companion Roger Gunnet, who not only presented the entire Sojourner ritual, but also the first portion of the Mystical Lecture, Collective "Hats Off" to him!
From L-R Alan Randall David Markham Dick Godwin Steven Hylott Mike Coleman DepGSupt and Roger Gunnet.
Written by Mike Coleman.
- Written by: Jack Summerfield
On Friday 5th October 2018 at the Corby Masonic Complex, the Provincial Grand Chapter Team of Northamptonshire and Huntingdonshire came out in force to the Chapter of St. Giles No. 8736 for their Installation evening.
At the start of the evening the Three Principals received The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent E Comp James Boughton accompanied by E Comp Stephen Seward, Provincial Grand Director of Ceremonies. Also present was The Deputy Grand Superintendent, E Comp Mike Coleman; The Second Provincial Grand Principal, E Comp Neil Handley; and The Third Provincial Grand Principal E Comp John Payne, along with 24 distinguished Companions holding Grand Chapter Rank and Acting Provincial Rank in a magnificent display of ceremonial splendour.
The evening saw E Comp David Docherty remain as MEZ of the Chapter for another year, whilst EComp Garth Coward was installed as H and EComp Stephen Harker was installed as J.
The Robes and Sceptres were delivered magnificently by EComp DJ Smith ProvGTreas (Z), EComp ML Smith ProvAGDC (H) and EComp PH Ellis ProvGSoj (J).
The Second Provincial Grand Principal, E Comp Neil Handley delivered the Presentation of the Supreme Grand Chapter Certificate to Comp Donald Campbell, which was very well received by all present. With nearly 60 attending the convocation there was a great sense of occasion and colour and the evening ended with a very enjoyable festive board.
Centre of front row left to right : H - EComp Garth Coward, MEGS EComp James Boughton, Z – EComp David Docherty and J – EComp Stephen Harker, along with the rest of the Provincial Team
Comp Donald Campbell being presented with his Grand Chapter Certificate by The Second Provincial Grand Principal, E Comp Neil Handley.
Written by Jack Summerfield
- Written by: Andrew Robb Murray
WBro Terry Woodward, Past Master of Rockingham Forest Lodge No. 9491, suffers from Parkinson's disease to such an extent that he has virtually no movement. Also, speech is very difficult for him.
On Saturday the 29th of September 2018, WBro Andy Murray and the rest of his Chain Gang started work transferring Terry and his wife Carol's garden into something they could enjoy for years to come.
