published by mastermason on Fri, 04/15/2016 - 22:41

Congratulations to WB Tom DeFrieze and his officers on a fine FC degree Inspection this evening. There were 12 Brothers from Sycamore present with 7 past masters. Along with 49 visiting Brothers, there was 61 present to pack out the lodge room. Napoleon #256 had 9 brothers in attendance and takes home the Traveling Trophy once again. That is a wrap on the 2016 5th District Inspections, the next time we will all meet will be for the Awards Dinner on May 20.
published by mastermason on Wed, 04/06/2016 - 21:58
Edon Lodge # 474 will be conferring the MM degree on Saturday Morning April 16, 2016. Lodge to open at 9:00 AM. Could use some help if your free. Contact the WM Jeff Mills (crazyhorse@frontiernet.net), if your willing to assist and take a part. Jeff needs help with a Sr. Grand Warden, Sr. Deacon, and Jr. Steward. They will also have an EA degree on May 2 at 7:30pm which is their regular stated meeting night.
published by mastermason on Sat, 04/02/2016 - 11:17
"Back to the 50's"
On Friday May 20, 2016, the 5th District Awards Banquet will be held at the Defiance Masonic Center. We will have Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Fries and Root Beer Floats. Cost is $8.00 per person. The doors will open at 6:00pm, with dinner at 6:30pm. Make your reservations and payments to your Lodge Secretary by May 13, 2016. Come in your favorite is 50's attire, or business casual.
published by mastermason on Fri, 04/01/2016 - 23:11
published by mastermason on Thu, 03/31/2016 - 17:55
On March 27th, Worhipful Brother Richard Calvert was called to our Great Lodge above. There will be Masonic Services on Sunday evening at Shorts Funeral Home in Archbold Oh at 7:30pm, all Brothers are asked to please attend if possibly. The funeral is Monday at St Johns Church at 11:00. A link to the
Obituary can be found here.
Thanks
WB Davit Farver
published by mastermason on Tue, 03/29/2016 - 20:17

The Winnie family added another Master Mason on Monday night's Inspection. Four Generations of Masons are in the family with a MM degree you really had to see to appreciate.
published by mastermason on Tue, 03/29/2016 - 17:07

WB George WInnie and has crew at Sherwood #520 had a great night on Monday. George not only got to raise his grandson in a fine MM degree, but also hosted the Grand Master. There were 14 Brothers from Sherwood present with 7 past masters. Combined with 39 visiting brothers for 53 in attendance. Omega #564 had 10 traveling brothers, taking home the Traveling Trophy. With only 1 inspection remaining, the next will be Sycamore #520 in Deshler on Friday April 15 at 7pm in FC.
published by mastermason on Tue, 03/29/2016 - 12:27
Our Grand Master's reception is set for this coming Friday, April 1 in the Atrium at Northwest State Community College.
Social hour is from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Dinner is at 7:00 p.m.
Please use the East parking lot near the "A" building, and use the "A" building entrance (all other doors will be locked).
We are no longer taking reservations, but you are welcome to pay at the door. As noted throughout the inspection season, cost at the door will be $30.00 per person.
We hope to see you there for a great evening.
published by mastermason on Mon, 03/21/2016 - 13:02
Bryan #215 is going to have a funeral service Wednesday at 7:00PM at Tompson in Montpelier for James Manning from Colorado,he was a past master of his lodge, and a friend to many in the district. Thompson Funeral Homes is located at 204 E Main St, Montpelier, OH 43543.
published by mastermason on Fri, 03/18/2016 - 22:40

Sponsored by Oc-Oc-Nox-Ee Council, R&SM of Ohio: They will be having an All-You-Can-Eat Pancake & Sausage Breakfast on Saturday, April 23 2016 from 8:00am until 12:00 noon at the Defiance Masonic Center (125 Clinton St).
Tickets are available in advance for $5.00 each or you can make a donation at the door.
"Enjoy a Short Stack for a Tall Cause!"
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