Join us for our next event!

Saturday 23RD

of November 2013

9:30 – 10.00am

NOT TO BE MISSED!!

THIRD EDITION NEWSLETTER

An entertaining, interactive talk about:

King Solomon’s Temple – the building itself, fact & fiction.

2nd degree tracing board – what do we learn from it?

King Solomon the Man and Ruler – what do we know about him?

Jeptha – the full story of an interesting character.

Each talk will last 10 minutes.

FAMOUS FREEMASONS

Members Letter One comes to think of Freemasonry as serious and ceremonial procedures, here with the Light Blues it is informal and more relax. I am Wilson, an Inner Guard of West Drayton gatehouse Lodge 6836. I have been a Freemason for less than 2 years. I have enjoyed Freemasonry and the Light Blues have definitely added to the brotherhood and leisure side. The Light Blues have organised tours, interesting talks and even sports activities. These events are not exclusive to us brethren, but open to our family members and friends. These show them that we are common people and not a secretive society. I have joined the Grand Lodge Tour, Freemasonry in Early America Talk and Bletchley Park Tour. All of these were exciting and enriching. The latter had a guided tour of the park and we learnt the code breaking techniques. We got a peak into the operational day to day activities and even got a demonstration of The Turing Bombe Machine. I have always liked being a Freemason, but joining the Light Blues adds even more value to it.

Meet our Treasurer I joined Pinner Hill Lodge in 1998 and was Master in 2003 and 2004 and then became a Provincial Steward in 2006. I was also MEZ in Pinner Hill Chapter but both the Lodge and Chapter folded as numbers dwindled and I joined Horsa Dun Lodge where I am currently the Charity Steward. I became the Treasurer of the Light Blues Club in 2010. I live in Stevenage and have 3 daughters two who are at University studying Law and Early Childhood Studies, whilst my youngest daughter attends school in Stanmore. I am a keen cyclist and I have completed the London to Paris Charity ride for the past 5 years.

Wilson Chung and his family at Bletchley Park

FAMOUS SPORTING MASONS ‘Jackie’ Milburn (1924 - 1988) Sir Malcolm Campbell (1885 - 1948) Sir Donald Campbell CBE (1921 - 1967) John ‘Jock’ Stein (1922 - 1985) Sir Alec Rose (1908 - 1991) Sir Clive Lloyd CBE, AO (b:1941) Leslie Compton (1912 - 1984) William ‘Jack’ Dempsey (1895 - 1983) Arnold Palmer (b: 1929) Sugar Ray Robinson(1921 - 1989) Sir ‘Alf’ Ramsey (1920 - 1999) Peter Ebdon (b:1970) “Smokin’ Joe” Frazier (1944 - 2011)

DID YOU KNOW that Freemasons in the UK are the second biggest charity

donators , just behind National lottery? We should be PROUD of ourselves

Congratulations to Bro John Rutherford w who will on the 26th of October will become W Master of off Citadel Lodge 1897

What event would you like us to do? Where would you like to go? Churchill's Bunker

Members letter Can you please pass on my thanks to Graham, Paul and Chris for organising last weeks tour of the WW2 Battle of Britain bunker at RAF Uxbridge? My children and I had a very enjoyable time and learnt more about the battle and the sacrifices made by “the few” than from any book or documentary programme. The importance of this site was recognised by the King and Prime Minister at the time, who both attended on the 15th September,1940 and this was relayed superbly by the curator. I will endeavour to encourage our lodge members to visit the bunker at future organised visits and will post an article on our lodge website about my visit. Campbell Caraher Featherstone Lodge 7851 WINTER WOUNDER LAND IS COMING TO HARROW, BRING ALL THE FAMILY TO MEET FATHER CHRISMAS. There will be an ice rink, food and drink and many stalls. Come and meet our Pro Prov Grand Master RW Roger Croome. who will be hosting our first Provincial open day in over 4 years. So come along ,bring your family and friends to this wonderful

day out. DECEMBER 8th Please don’t miss this family day out.

HDMC Light Blues have been very busy. During the summer they have had tours to Winston Churchill's war bunker, Bletchley Park and Uxbridge Bunker.

WELL DONE BOYS All three events have been well supported and a good time was had by all.

Light Blue visit to Bletchley Park

Light Blue visit to Uxbridge Bunker

W.B Graham Day, Bro Chris Mead and W.B Paul Garner

What a summer of fun!

Winston Churchill A Famous Man and a Freemason

A brother Mason died and went to Heaven. St. Peter was giving him a tour of the place when they entered a huge room filled with clocks, all showing different times. "There's one clock for each lodge," Peter said, "and every time a mistake is made in

the ritual, that lodge's clock moves ahead one minute."

The brother looked for his lodge's clock in vain. Finally he turned to St. Peter and asked where it was located. "Well, it got kind of hot in the kitchen," said the Saint,

"and we needed a fan..."

Middlesex Master Ride 2013 The Masters is an annual event and is well supported by many Light Blue members. Paul Sully, the organiser of the Masters’ ride, wants to thank all those Light Blues who took part in this year’s Masters’ Ride. Whether acting as a steward or taking part in the ride, all of your support helped to make it a great success. It is hoped that, in the region of, £30,000 will have been raised for charity. If you wish to take part next year the date for your diary is Saturday 21st June 2014. For further details, please contact John Briggs or Paul Sully direct on psully@blueyonder.co.uk.

MASONIC JOKE There′s a man, walking down the street at 1 in the morning and he′s very drunk. A policeman stops him and asks: Where are you going in that condition? Man: II′mm on mmyy waayyy to a lectttuurre on FFreemmassonnrrry. Officer: Where can you possibly get a lecture on Freemasonry at this time of night? Man: Frromm mmyy wifffe, wwhenn I ggethomme!

Charity:

From its earliest days, Freemasonry has been concerned

with the care of orphans, the sick and the aged.

This work continues today. In addition,

large sums are given to national and local charities.

Aims and Objectives of Freemasonry

To be good citizens by practicing the highest moral and social

standards in friendship, charity and integrity.

To encourage our members to serve their own religion and

community.

To demonstrate that we are a society of upright men.

To enjoy each others company and develop team spirit and

fellowship

A man is walking through the recreation ground of his local park when he n m full fury on the football pitch he is passing.

"What′s going on?" he asks a spectator watching from the side–lines. The other replies "It′s a match between the Masons and the Knights of Columbus."

"What′s the score?" asks the first man. "I don't know, it′s a secret."

Middlesex Grand Family Fete 2013 The weather was very kind to us and a large and happy crowd wandered around the numerous, well laid-out and colourful stalls, all manned by happy and welcoming faces. There was something for everyone from Classic Cars and Motor Bikes to Bouncy Castles and face paintings; from a Coconut Shy to a 2nd hand regalia stall, along with a huge variety of things to watch or participate in. I would like to thank the Light Blue members who helped in the running of this event. Please come next year. Peter Hyde - Chairman.

On Saturday the 16th of March 2013 at Uxbridge Masonic Centre, the Prince Michael of Kent Lodge, which is the Stewards Lodge of Middlesex (they wear a red apron) demonstrated and explained the First Degree ceremony. This demonstration explained what the degree means, why we carry out certain rituals and helped members to understand the experience you had when you took your first regular step in Masonry. This was a very well supported event, with over 80 members in attendance.

MASONIC JOKE A man is walking through the recreation ground of his local park when he notices a huge fight in full fury on the football pitch he is passing. "What′s going on?" he asks a spectator watching from the side–lines. The other replies "It′s a match between the Masons and the Knights of Columbus." "What′s the score?" asks the first man. "I don't know, it′s a secret."

Bro Rodney from Keystone 7911 - Why do we set off with the left foot? A. This probably comes from a military influence. To begin an orderly movement of a group, that is anything above one, it would be necessary for all to step off with the same foot. If, as a soldier carrying a heavy weapon, or an official possibly carrying a staff or badge of office, usually in the right hand, for the sake of balance, it is necessary to step off with the left foot. If you are unsure about this , try lifting a sack of potatoes in your right hand and setting off with your right foot. What happens next will clearly demonstrate the necessity of setting off with the left foot!

We a3rd very successful year with who attended our Christmas get together, it was a great Wiccccthregardsto future events I would welcome your input with regards to ideas for events, including locations. Ide Came to the gates of Heaven one day, When asked, what on earth he had done the most, He said he had replied ally I would like to try to bar near Liverpool Street station, I am open to suggestions. This would not only be open to Brethren but also friends of yours who might be interested in joining. I can promise you that you will find that there is far more to be got from Masonry than just turning up to your respective Lodge meetings, especially wen you come along to our events, meet and speak with other Brethren about their experiences. Although Southgate is certainly the smallest centre, collectively we to hear of any achievements from any of our members, be it The royal Arch is considered to be the completion of “pure ancient Masonry”. In the Craft the candidate is presented with a series of

either masonic or no We have had a very successful year with the Light Blue events well attended by our

members based at Southgate. Thank you to all of you who attended our Christmas get together, it was a great evening. With regards to future events I

Forthcoming Provincial & other Events

Any question about this newsletter or about the Light Blues Club please contact John Briggs

thebriggs_family@hotmail.com. 0208 420 6507

The royal Arch is considered to be the completion of “pure ancient Masonry”.

The exaltation ceremony is based on an allegory of the Old Testament telling of the return

to Jerusalem from the Babylonish captivity to rebuild the city and temple, and in clearing

the ground of the original temple for the foundations of the second temple, the exaltee

makes a number of discoveries which emphasise the centrality of god to man’s life and

existence and, without transgressing the bounds of religion, lead the exaltee to a

consideration of the nature of God and his personal relationship with Him.

TEDDIES FOR SALE

- Great prizes for your Lodges raffle

- great presents for your Ladies Night

- Birthdays & Christmas

- or just to say ‘I Love You’

Buy a teddy today and help support the happiness of children in hospital. A tired old mason whose hair was grey, Came to the gates of Heaven one day, When asked, what on earth he had done the most, He said he had replied to the Visitors Toast. St. Peter said, as he tolled the Bell, Come inside my Brother you′ve had enough

of Hell. Masonic Joke

November

3rd - Provincial Service of Thanksgiving – St Albans.

10th - Remembrance Sunday.

Middlesex Freemasons always lay a wreath at the cenotaph

Throughout Middlesex.

23rd – Middlesex Light Blues Club meet at TDMC,(more details on

Front page).

December

8th – Provincial Open day and Winter Wonderland.

13th May 2014 – Province of Middlesex AGM.