april & may, 2015 june & july, 2015 oakland scottish rite...
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A Message from the Lodge of Perfection
Dear Brethren,
Our Spring Class Candidates have just completed their
Fourth through Fourteenth Degree Ceremonies and are now
looking forward to their Rose Croix Rites (15th - 18th
Degrees). Let us all show the proper support and
encouragement due to these Brothers by attending the next
Degree conferral on June 22nd.
The Stated Meeting on June the First will be our traditional
Old Timers Night, where we honor the Oakland Scottish
Rite Members who have been with us for twenty five or
more years. The theme for that evening is western, so dust
off your old cowboy boots and grab your favorite bolo tie.
Our meal for that evening will be a barbequed steak which
will be prepared by our Honorable Brothers Keven Hulme,
32°, K.C.C.H. and Richard Anderson, 32°, K.C.C.H.
I look forward to seeing you at Lodge.
Fraternally,
Ill. Gordon H Emberton, 33°
Venerable Master
Oakland Lodge of Perfection
BULLETIN Oakland Scottish Rite
Upcoming Dates
Sublime Master’s
Guild
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In Memoriam
Valley Contacts
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Director of Ritual
ROTC/JROTC
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Membership
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2015 Valley Officers
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Donations
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Tough Mudder
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Dear Oakland CLC
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SR Petition for
Degrees
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www.oaklandscottishrite.org E-Mail: [email protected] Volume 1409
April & May, 2015 June & July, 2015
Attention friends, family members, and care givers: Should the person to whom this bulletin is addressed be ill or
Experiencing hardship? Please notify our General Secretary at (510) 451-1903 or [email protected]
A Message from the Lodge of Perfection
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Sublime Master’s Guild
June, 2015
July, 2015
July, 2015
June 1st Old Timer’s Night
6:30 pm Stated Dinner –Barbequed Steak – In the
First Floor Ballroom - 7:30pm Stated meeting
June 8 Sublime Masters Guild
7:00 pm –Third Floor Library - 25°,
Knight of the Brazen Serpent
June 10 VMAP Presentation
6:00 pm Presentation by Supreme Council regarding new
membership program – All members of the Scottish Rite
members are encouraged to attend
June 15 Sublime Masters Guild
7:00 pm – Third Floor Library - 9° - Elu of the Nine &
10° - Elu of the Fifteen
June 19th Scottish Rite Social Night
7:00pm (Master Masons Only) in Members Lounge -
Social, Free Appetizers, Drinks are available for purchase
June 22nd 15th -18th Degree Conferral
6:30 pm - Third Floor Library
June 29th T.A. Board Meeting
4:30pm – Third Floor Boardroom
(open to all membership
June 29th Officers Meeting
6:00 pm – Third Floor Banquet Room
(Open to all membership)
July 3rd OSR OFFICES CLOSED
July 6th Stated Meeting
6:30pm –Oven Baked Ribs in BBQ sauce
7:30pm – Third Floor- Stated Meeting
July 10 Scottish Rite Social Night 7:00 pm (Master Masons Only) in Members Lounge Social, Free Appetizers, Drinks are available for purchase
July 20th Sublime Master’s Guild
7:00pm – Third Floor Library
11° - Elu of the Twelve
July 27th Sublime Masters Guild
7:00pm – Third Floor Library
26° - Knight Commander of the Temple
July 27th T.A. Board Meeting
4:30pm – Second Floor Board Room
July 27th Officers Meeting
6:00 pm – Third Floor Banquet Room
June 8 25°, Knight of the Brazen Serpent
June 15 9° & 10°, Elu of the Nine & Elu
of the Fifteen
July 20 11°, Elu of the Twelve
July 27 26°, Knight Commander of the
Temple
Meeting in Oakland Scottish Rite’s 3rd Floor
Library at 7:00pm.
Discussions utilize Albert Pike’s original Magnum
Opus, Morals and Dogma, Accepted Scottish Rite
Ritual, Clausen’s Commentaries, A Bridge to Light,
and Vested in Glory.
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In Memoriam
Bro. Gilbert Earl Kilngman Bro. Larry Eugene Lewis
Bro. Roy Edward Niedt
Valley Contact Information
Ill. Gordon H. Emberton, 33° Hon. Bruce Weissenberger, 32°,KCCH Venerable Master General Secretary, Bulletin Editor (510) 435-2552 (510) 451-1903 [email protected] [email protected] Bro. Efren D. Prado, 32° Bro. Konstantin Savvon, 32° Asst. General Secretary, Membership Chairman Director of Operations (510) 451-1903 (510) 451-1903 ext. 202 [email protected] [email protected] Bro. Paul Adams, 32° Bro. Cal Gilbert, 32° Librarian & Curator Director of Ritual, T.A. Board President (415) 451-1903 (510) 919-0301 [email protected] [email protected] Pam Norton Hon. William Hamm°, 32, KCCH Director, Childhood Language Clinic Rental Manager (510) 839-1513 (510) 832-0819 ext. 201 [email protected] [email protected]
Ill. Edward P. Margherio, 33° Personal Representative
(510) 451-1903 [email protected]
Bro. Raymond Edward
Rosson Soft and Safe Be Thy Resting Place, Bright and Glorious Be Thy Rising From It
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]
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PATRIOTISM ALIVE AND WELL AMONG THE YOUTH OF AMERICA
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Good afternoon brethren,
On Saturday, March 21st I was invited to Mt Diablo High School JROTC 15th Annual Military Ball.
There on behalf of the Oakland Scottish Rite I was privileged to represent our Valley and present
Cadet Brian Campos with our JROTC medal, certificate and a scholarship towards his trip back to
D-Day in Normandy and sight see the beaches, cemetery, and other land marks. The event itself
was held at the Hyatt in Walnut Creek, everything was very formal. I was fortunate enough to be
seated with the two military heads that run the program, SGM Steve Bratton and Lt. Colonel
Christian Taddeo and their principal as well as the two other presenters. Even another brother of
ours was in attendance representing National Sojourners. Let us just say that by the end of the
event that the table was very interested in Free Masonry as a whole, its different appendant
bodies and our rich history. The event was well organized, doors opened at 6pm, followed by a 3
course meal that let straight into the ceremony. It was a beautiful event that when you walked in
to the left was all tables of the students, to the right was the parents, guests and presenters and
the head two tables that were in front were for the Dias Officers. We were the fourth up on
presenting and cadet Lt. 1C Brian Campos received the coveted Medal from the Scottish Rite and
Certificate, I reiterated some of the tenants of Freemasonry at that point on leadership that it all
starts with becoming good men better and it starts with themselves at home, focusing on
education and respecting one another. At that point Lt. Colonel C. Taddeo, (pictured below) and
the Principal both really appreciated the overall message and thanked us as an organization for
supporting. Just to let the brethren of the Valley know that we currently support 8 JROTC
programs in our Scottish Rite Valley. Thank you brethren for your continued support.
Efren Prado, 32°, Membership Chairman
The Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) is the High School version of the Reserve
Officers Training Corps (ROTC) which are found on college campuses. Commencing in 1998, the
Supreme Council of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction
initiated a program of recognition for outstanding Junior ROTC students. This initiative recognizes
high school youth enrolled in the JROTC unit for their scholastic excellence and patriotic
Americanism efforts. The award consists of a medal, ribbon and certificate suitable for framing.
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Valley Membership Achievement Project
Good afternoon Brethren,
These past few months have been pretty busy as we have tried to clear up our books. I am glad to say that we
now have cleaned the rolls of the Valley of Oakland for dues. Please be advised if you have not paid dues in over 3
years to contact the General Secretaries office. With a huge success at the spring conferral of Degrees I am
pleased to announce an additional 5 new Scottish Rite Masons, congratulations brothers on your new found
journey into the philosophical degrees in masonry. As VMAP goes into effect, Valley Membership Achievement
Project; we will be doing little extras to boost our image and will encompass a lot of different items and resources
for the Valley to use. Thank you to the VMAP committee & Venerable Master for implementing those
recommendations set forth by Supreme Council and enhancing the Degree experience. Also to Alessandro
Gagliardi, 32°, thank you for meeting with our new brothers prior and doing the extra preparation to explain what
they are to expect and to implement the “Legacy Questions” in the 5° as how it was required by the old statues
from the late 1880 all the way up to 1930s. To our new Scottish Rite Brothers, take the time to go over those 4°-
14° up in our library and contact our Librarian curator, Paul Adams 32° at the Scottish Rite for a one on one
discussion or attend the Sublime Masters Guild that go into depth & detail of our philosophical degrees, see the
bulletin for details that was included in your packet. Brethren please note we have the Master Craftsmen
programs at the Supreme Council website but those needed assistance can come into the office for help in
enrolling. We will be rolling into the next phase of the VMAP program and will be starting to assemble those
Ambassadors representing their respective lodges and start coordinating upcoming events. Also, as a Valley have
participated in JROTC/ROTC program and thus far we have participated in 9 schools, two being at UC Berkeley as
well as other High Schools in the area and in the valley, special thanks to Bro. Paul Jevert, 32°, for representing our
Valley of Oakland in the Stockton area. We will be hosting a Supreme Council event on June 10th, please come and
attend as we will have Ill. Arturo De Hoyos, 33°, Grand Archivist & Grand Historian and Ill. Dean Alban, 33° from
Membership Services answering questions on VMAP & Tough Mudder. Brethren please be aware that our website
is down for remodeling and will be up shortly. Thank you all for your continued support.
Sincerely and fraternally yours,
Efren D. Prado, 32° KSA
Asst. General Secretary & Membership Chairman
(ALMOST NEW) CHAIRS AVILABLE I’m looking for a good home for some Solid, Good Quality, chairs that once were used
in the El Cerrito Masonic Lodge. If you are interested in any or all of these chairs,
please contact Edward Margherio at 510-451-1903
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Oakland Lodge of Perfection
Venerable Master Ill. Gordon Emberton, 33°
Senior Warden Bro. Tom Kavishi, 32°
Junior Warden Bro. Cleveland Valrey, 32°, KCCH
Prelate Bro. Joe Ross, 32°, KCCH
Expert Bro. Cary L. Carlson, 32°
Cpt. of the Host Bro. Jerry Miller, 32°
Gethsemane Chapter of Rose Croix
Wise Master Bro. Mario Palestini, 32°
Senior Warden Bro. Paul Adams, 32°
Junior Warden Bro. Sebastian Ilka, 32°
Master of
Ceremonies Bro. Gordon Cumming, 32°
Guardian of the
Temple Bro. Alessandro Gagliardi, 32°
DeMolay Council of Kadosh
Commander Bro. Serge Ruiz, 32°
1st Lt. Comm. Bro. Cal Gilbert, 32°
2nd Lt. Comm. Bro. Vic Vickers, 32°
Marshal of
Ceremonies Bro. Walter Crossley, 32°
First Deacon Bro. Randy Menjivar, 32°
Lt. of the Guard Bo. Brian Stewart, 32°
Oakland Consistory
Master of Kadosh Bro. Luciano Chessa, 32°, KCCH
Prior Bro. Luzon Byrd, 32°
Preceptor Bro. Ed Stevenson, 32°
Chancellor Bro. David Forsyth, 32°
Minister of State Bro. Larry Sever, 32°
Marshal of
Ceremonies Bro. Bob Wakely, 32°
Expert Bro. Earl Love, 32°
Cpt. of the Guards Bro. James Grabowski, 32°
2015
Oakland Scottish Rite Officers
Officers of All Bodies
Personal Rep. Ill. Ed Margherio, 33° Treasurer Ill. Arthur Porter, 33°
General Secretary Hon. Bruce Weissenberger, 32°, KCCH
Orator Bro. Michael Woodruff, 32°
Almoner Ill. Charlie Langel, 33° Tiler Ill. Rolf Haas, 33°
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Thank you for your generous donations to our
Childhood Language Clinic, Almoner, and Building funds
Phillip K. Crumm Sebastian Ilka Robert & Carolee Baird
Charles D. Kimbrell Don Parker George E. Wilkerson
James H. Brown John & Rose Tom Julius Kahn
Low Kee Lee Michael J. Cornell Richard V. Golden
Rodger Page Roland Moore Tim Fairley
Ulysses Patropulos Otis Simonsen John P. Hresko
Earl E. Lout Arthur G. Ashfield Fredrick V. Bowles
Charles Seabrook Donald Hansen Loyal Stark
Lawrence Leong Alberto Aguilar
CHARITY, THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL
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Scottish Rite
Tough Mudder Initiative 2015
Lake Tahoe – June 13th
The Scottish Rite Tough Mudder Program is designed to increase membership and improve
retention in Freemasonry and the Scottish Rite. This program brings Team members together to create a team-building experience and camaraderie, with Team members leaving the
event with a renewed commitment to Freemasonry and the Scottish Rite. In addition, the program creates positive public awareness about Freemasonry and the Scottish Rite.
Furthermore, the program is a positive avenue for the Scottish Rite to publically support our Wounded Warriors.
Tough Mudder is an extreme endurance event that pits participants against a 10-12 mile long obstacle course designed by former British Special Forces operators to test strength of mind
as well as body.
To join our Oakland Scottish Rite’s Tough Mudder Team, contact our Team Captain:
Bro. Konstantin Savvon, 32°
(415) 994-6085
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Dear Ms. Pam Norton,
I am writing this note regarding my two daughters Jayel, age 7, and Anaya, age 8. They were accepted into your
program back in August of 2014. At the time I applied for the Oakland Scottish Rite Childhood Language Center’s
programs, I was having such a hard time trying to teach two children in the 2nd and 3rd grades how to read
essential words that are the key to being able to do any homework assignment in school or being able to function
in life.
They have been part of your program now for the past 9 months, beginning with Interactive Metronome with Nan
Busse, and continuing with the Fast ForWord reading programs with Negin Ghazizadeh and Pam Norton, and I can
see so much progress. I am very proud of the huge accomplishments that my girls have achieved as being part of
your incredible programs.
When a parent and the teachers of two children, one with a major learning problem such as dyslexia, and another
with developmental delays, see them progressing, this is a true breakthrough. However, when my children came
to me the other day and said, “Mommy I can read chapter books in class now all by myself,” it is absolutely
heartwarming to be able to give my girls great big hugs and tell them how proud I am of them.
When they started this program, I was frustrated and running out of options of where to turn to for their trouble
with reading. A teacher told me about the program and pushed me to apply. It was the best decision I ever made
for the girls’ future. I cannot express how absolutely grateful our family is to be able to work with the fantastic
people and the generous free services that have been provided to help my girls achieve success.
Sincerely,
Tiffany Plummer
All donations to our Childhood Language Center should be addressed and payable to: California Scottish Rite - Oakland Childhood Language Center
1547 Lakeside Drive Oakland, CA 94612
Dear Oakland S.R. CLC
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From the Director of Ritual
Brethren,
First, a hearty welcome to our newest Scottish Rite Masons who
received the Secret Master thru Perfect Elu degrees in May. Next, a
fraternal thank you to all of the sideliners who showed up to support
these new Brothers. Finally, a heartfelt thank you to all who played a
part in the presentation of the degrees. The stage crew did a bang-up
job. The players were spot on. Our organist hit all of his cues and
the Class Guides communicated the degrees with their usual flair.
Being a part of the Ritual Crew is an exciting and valuable way for
any Brother to engage with his fellows and make a meaningful
contribution in our Valley. Experience is not nearly as important as
willingness when it comes to finding a place on our Team so if
you’re looking for a way to be of service, let me know!
Please plan to join us on Monday, June 22 for the Knight of the East,
of the Sword or of the Eagle thru Knight Rose Croix degrees. We’ll
begin in the library at 7:00pm and finish up with dinner afterward.
Bro. Cal Gilbert, 32° - Director of Ritual
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Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry
Southern Jurisdiction
Oakland Scottish Rite Bodies Petition For Degrees
Date: _______________ Blue Lodge Name ________________________ No.______
Lodge City and State: ____________________________________________________
(Full) Name: ____________________________________________________________________
FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME LAST NAME
Street Address: ___________________________________ City: __________________________
State: ________________ Zip Code: _______________ Phone: ___________________________
(AREA CODE) + NUMBER
Date and Place Raised: __________ _________________________________________________
Occupation: _________________________________________ Retired? YES NO
Month, Date, and Year of Birth: ___________________________
City, State, Country of Birth: ______________________________________________________
Are you a US Citizen? YES NO If “No”, what is your citizenship? ____________
E-Mail Address: _____________________________ Partner’s Name: _____________________
Have you ever previously petitioned for any Scottish Rite Degrees? YES NO
Ring Size: ________ Hat Size: ________ (example: 7 1/8”)
I, the above named, confirm a belief in the inculcation of patriotism, respect for law and order, and an undying
loyalty to the principles of civil and religious liberty, as well as the entire separation of church and state as set forth in
the Constitution of the United States of America. I respectfully petition to receive the 4th through 32nd Degrees. I am
a Master Mason in good standing.
___________________________________ Fees: Spring 2015 Fall 2015
Candidate’s Signature Degree Fee $125 $125
___________________________________ Annual Dues $120
1st Sponsor PRINTED NAME Pro-rated Dues $75
___________________________________ Total Fees/Dues $200 $245 1st Sponsor SIGNATURE
___________________________________ I’m petitioning for Spring Fall Class. 2nd Sponsor PRINTED NAME I hereby authorize the Oakland Scottish Rite to charge $______
___________________________________ to Credit Card # __________________________ CVC _____ 2nd Sponsor SIGNATURE Expiration Date ____/____
___________________________
Signature of authorized card holder
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www.oaklandscottishrite.org [email protected]
The Bodies of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, sitting in the Valley of
Oakland, Orient of California, acknowledge and yield allegiance to the Supreme
Council (Mother Council of the World) of the Inspectors General, Knight
Commanders of the House of the Temple of Solomon of the Thirty-third and last
degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of the Southern
Jurisdiction in the United States of America
Official Bulletin for the Oakland Scottish Rite Bodies
Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry
Valley of Oakland in the Orient of California
Oakland Scottish Rite Temple
Hon. Bruce L. Weissenberger, 32°, KCCH
General Secretary
Phone: (510) 451-1903
E-Mail: [email protected]
Office Hours:
9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday
Officers of the Supreme Council, 33°
Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry
Southern Jurisdiction, United States of America
Ill. Ronald A. Seale, 33°
Sovereign Grand Commander
Ill. Frank Loui, 33°
Sovereign Grand Inspector General in California
Ill. Edward P. Margherio, 33°
Personal Representative of the SGIG in California
June & July, 2015
Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry
1547 Lakeside Drive
Oakland, CA 94612-4520