On 5 April 2016, Whytewell Chapter in Wellingborough performed a rather unique Exaltation Ceremony on 5th April 2016. Bro Tony Norman, having been initiated into Freemasonry in 1973 finally completed his journey through Pure Antient Masonry on what proved to be a wonderful evening of companionship and celebration of this rather remarkable event.
The Three Principals, E Comp Arthur Ellis, E Comp Ron Ricker and E Comp Robin Porter led an excellent ceremony which saw several officers produce outstanding work. The Principal Sojourner, Comp Ian Richards together with 1st Assistant Sojourner, Comp John Davies led Bro Norman through the ceremony in a most exemplary manner. The signs were then very ably presented by E Comp Robert Gibson. This was followed by the Mystical Lecture, presented with great style and flair, by E Comp John Barber E Comp Jim Boughton and E Comp Stuart Philips. It must be reported that E Comp Jim stepped in, literally at the last minute which resulted in a flawless presentation by all three participants.
A thoroughly entertaining and happy Festive Board followed which was enjoyed by all, and at which the Second Provincial Grand Principal, George Clayton, who was present in a official capacity, formally welcomed Whytewell Chapter’s latest Companion, now Comp Tony Norman, into the Supreme Order of the Holy Royal Arch. Could this perhaps be the longest journey yet, from Initiation to Exaltation?
Pictured above (l to r): 2nd Provincial Grand Principal, E Comp George Clayton, E Comp Ron Ricker, E Comp Arthur
Ellis, Comp Tony Norman, E Comp Robin Porter and Provincial Assistant Grand Director of Ceremonies
E Comp Steve Seward