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Sycamore Lodge Inspects in FC

If first-time Worshipful Master Kelley was nervous, he didn't show it.  He and Sycamore Lodge put on a fine Fellowcraft Degree.  The sidelines were again full, every 5th District lodge was represented as well as Brothers from the 11th District. Fulton Lodge took the Traveling Trophy with 11 Brothers in attendance.  Perfect Attendance stands at 26 Brothers.  Next up is Liberty Center # 518 presenting the Entered Apprentice Degree on Friday, March 21 at 7:00 pm. 

Napoleon Lodge Inspects in EA

Napoleon Lodge #256 created a festive setting Friday evening with their traditional jiggs dinner prior to their Annual Inspection.  The aroma of the corned beef and cabbage filled the temple adding to the feel of the impending St Patrick's Day holiday. WM Mark French had his Officers in fine form as they exemplified the Entered Apprentice degree. 100 year old World War II Veteran and 5th District Brother Jim Winnie was presented west of the altar by his Sons where RWB Martin Lawrence had the great privilege to give him Grand Honors.  Fulton Lodge #474 retained the traveling trophy as they continued to set the bar high for the traveling Brothers.

Sherwood Lodge Inspects in MM March 7

The snow did not keep Brothers from traveling to Defiance for Sherwood Lodge's inspection.  Including Sherwood Lodge Brothers, there were 59 Masons in attendance (second only to Wauseon Lodge's total of 60 Masons). Brother Lumbreezer received a very fine Master Mason Degree.  Fulton Lodge ran away with the Traveling Trophy, taking the lead, though not a commanding lead.  The next inspection will be for Napoleon Lodge and the EA Degree this friday at 7:00pm. 

Omega 564 Conducts FC Inspection for 2025

WB Gary Ries and the officers of Omega Lodge #564 were in fine form at their annual inspection last Friday night.  A special thanks to Bryan Lodge #215 for providing a courtesy candidate, Bro. Matthew Nugent, who was passed to the degree of Fellowcraft before his Brothers of the 5th District. Please keep in mind, there will be no inspection this coming Friday, 2/28/25, as it has been postponed until Friday, April 11th.  Please make plans to join us at Sherwood Lodge #620 on March 7th as they have their inspection in the Master Mason degree. 

Bryan Lodge Inspects in EA for 2025

The sidelines were again full for the Entered Apprentice Degree inspection for Bryan Lodge #215.  A grateful thank you to Brother Mathew Nugent, an actual EA member of Bryan Lodge for serving as a pro tem candidate.  Brother Nugent also served as the candidate for several lodge practices, he believes he is a four times EA. We were honored to welcome MWB Charlie Murphy to a Fifth District inspection.  Perfect attendance numbers are still strong - 32 for this inspection. Next up is Omega Lodge #564 for a Fellowcraft inspection Friday, February 21.  WM Ries promises pizza at 6:00 pm. 

Edon Lodge MM Inspection - January 31, 2025

A fine Master Mason degree was exemplified last Friday night as Edon Lodge #474 took their turn on the inspection trail.  Worshipful Master Wyatt Zulch had his officers in good form after having to postpone due to illness.  It's good to know everyone has recovered.  Come join us on Friday, February 7th when Bryan Lodge #215 will be dropping the gavel at 7:00pm in the Entered Apprentice degree. 

Wauseon Lodge No 349 Inspects in MM

Beginning with a delicious lasagna dinner, Wauseon Lodge set the tone for a very good night of Masonry.  Brother Colin Baney was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason in fine form.  The Fellowcraft procession with lanterns and RWB Christian King's delivery of the funeral hymn surely added to the degree.  The sidelines were full, over sixty Brothers in attendance including visiting DDGM's from the 11th district. Next up is Edon Lodge portraying the Master Mason Degree, 7:00 pm Friday, January 31 at the Bryan Temple. 

Fulton Lodge Inspects in FC

After gathering for a fantastic dinner featuring their famous fried bologna sandwiches,  Fulton Lodge #248 passed their newest candidate to the degree of Fellowcraft at their annual Inspection. What a way to kick off the 2025 Inspection season. Please join us tonight in Wauseon for a lasagna dinner at 6:00pm followed by their Inspection in the Master Mason Degree.

Edon Inspection Rescheduled!

The new date for Edons Inspection will be Friday, January 31st.  Worshipful Master Wyatt Zulch and the Brothers of Edon Lodge #474 invite you to the Bryan Masonic Temple for dinner at 6:00pm with their annual inspection to follow at 7:00pm in the Master Mason Degree.

Merry Christmas from the 5th District Grand Lodge Officers

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District Deputy Grand Masters
R.W.B. James E. Parsons
Liberty Center Lodge #518
 
W.B. Dennis Richardson
Wauseon Lodge #349
District Education Officers
W.B. Craig Szczublewski
Fulton Lodge #248
 
W.B. Ryan Bleck
Hicksville Lodge #478
District Advisor
R.W.B. Robert R. Rettig
Napoleon Lodge #256
 
District Education Chair
R.W.B. Robert "Joe" Stotler
Hicksville Lodge #478
 
President
W.B. Chris Meeker
Wauseon Lodge #349
 
1st Vice President
W.B. Ryan Bleck
Hicksville Lodge #478
2nd Vice President
W.B. Jared Jacques
Napoleon Lodge #256
 
Secretary
W.B. Craig Szczublewski
P.O.Box 114
Delta, OH 43515
Fulton Lodge #248
 
Treasurer
R.W.B. Douglas W. Eis
Napoleon Lodge #256
 
District Prospect Manager
R.W.B. Richard McKibben
Fulton Lodge #248
Webmaster
W.B. Craig Szczublewski
Fulton Lodge #248