Provincial News
- Written by: John Fergusson
A fine and very enjoyable evening of Holy Royal Arch masonry was in evidence for all who attended St John's Chapter Installation meeting on Wednesday 21 October 2015, which was marked by an official visit from the Second Provincial Grand Principal, E Comp George Clayton.
E Comp. Richard Stokes was installed as Z, E Comp Phil Martin as H and E Comp Geoff Allen as J. This wonderful ceremony contained some really excellent work, with many different members of the St John’s Chapter team’contributing to the Installation ceremony
A very happy and most enjoyable Festive Board brought the evening to its conclusion.
Pictured from left to right: 2nd Provincial Grand Principal, E Comp George Clayton, E Comp Phil Martin, E Comp Richard Stokes, E Comp Geoff Allen and E Comp John Hitchin, Provincial Deputy Grand Director of Ceremonies
Pictured from left to right: St John's Chapter's newly installed Principals, E Comp Phil Martin, E Comp Richard Stokes, E Comp Geoff Allen.
- Written by: John Fergusson
A wonderful evening of Royal Arch masonry was experienced on 13 October 2015 at Thistle & Rose Chapter's Installation Meeting which marked by the official visit of Second Provincial Grand Principal E Comp George Clayton who was escorted by E Comp Tony Winn, Provincial Assistant Grand Director of Ceremonies.
E Comp. Graham Rodger was installed as Z, E Comp David Docherty as H and E Comp Chris Goode as J. The Past Deputy Grand Superintendent, E Comp David Jackson, stood in at the very last moment for the IPZ, E Comp John Ranaghan who was not able to attend due to illness. E Comp David delivered seamless ritual, much to the delight of the Companions who were present.
A very happy and most enjoyable Festive Board brought the evening to its conclusion and, finally, the caterers must be congratulated on the quality of the food which was simply delicious.
Picture on the left (L to R): 2nd Provincial Grand Principal, E Comp George Clayton, Deputy Grand Supterintendent, E Comp Mike Coleman, E Comp David Docherty, E Comp Graham Rodger, E Comp Chris Goode, Past Deputy Grand Superintendent, E Comp David Jackson & E Comp Tony Winn, Provincial Assistant Grand Director of Ceremonies.
Picture on the right (L to R): The three newly installed Principals of the Chapter pictured with the Past Deputy Grand Superintendent.
- Written by: Michael Genner
On behalf of the Lodge of St James, WBro George Frosdick presents a cheque for £1,500 to Sue Wright at the Hope Centre, Northampton, on 1 October 2015.
The centre is a local Charity that provides support to the homeless people of Northampton.
Sue Wright commented
The Trustees at the Hope Centre are extremely grateful for your support and generosity.
- Written by: John Fergusson
Piscator Chapter’s inaugural Convocation in this Province took place on Friday 9 October at Northampton Masonic Centre. It proved to be a wonderful evening of celebration and Royal Arch companionship at its most memorable. The meeting was attended by an almost full complement of Acting Provincial Officers led, of course, by the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, Excellent Companion Wayne Williams.
The three Principals, E Companions, Bob Green as Z, Aaron Day as H and his father Albert as J presided over the superb Exaltation of Companion John Byles in what can only be described as a textbook ceremony. Led by E Comp Trevor Sherman as DC, the Chapter Officers are to be congratulated on their outstanding quality of ritual. Comp. Roger Blason gave the performance of his life as Principal Sojourner, much to the delight of all present. Having migrated to Northampton from London, this Chapter, in the tradition of Piscator Lodge, already has its own style and identity. An early visit to this our newest Chapter is highly recommended, all can be assured of a very warm welcome!
The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, E Comp Wayne Williams, is pictured above with (l to r): E Comp Mark Constant - 3rd Prov Grand Principal, E Comp George Clayton - 2nd Prov Grand Principal and Deputy Grand Superintendent, E Comp Mike Coleman along with the Principals of Piscator Chapter (l to r): E Comp Aaron Day, E Comp Bob Green & E Comp Albert Day.
