GREETINGS TO ONE AND ALL.
I hope this issue finds you all well and enjoying the summer. As I write this, we are in the final days of spring and have just recently completed our Spring Reunions. I would like to congratulate these new members and welcome them all. I would also like to thank the members of the Baltimore class for their very generous contribution to the Temple Preservation Fund.
The Baltimore class, named in honor of Illustrious Brother William E. Gyr, 33°, was presented with thirteen very well performed degrees. Each cast is to be commended for the excellent work they did in conferring the degrees. It cannot go without saying that each degree was supported by the outstanding and dedicated work of the property and robing rooms together with the sound, prompting, and lighting staff, as well as the kitchen help. This is truly Scottish Rite Brothers working together to ensure that our new members receive only the best experience possible; Brother to Brother and live on stage. Have you noticed how much the Knights of St. Andrew have grown in strength? Every Knight in kilt or tuxedo for a full honor guard presentation of the colors and escort duty. From start to finish, it was synergism at its best.
I freely admit that none of this could be accomplished without those who work “behind the scenes” and seldom get recognized. The office and building staff, kitchen staff, Executive Director, and other Brothers who jump in at the last minute to help out anywhere needed. My cap goes off to all of you! I offer a very special thank you to all those who embraced the idea of “reunion” and came back to rejoin your brothers, helped support a new member, or witnessed the degrees.
In closing, may I wish you all the Blessing of good health and a safe and happy Labor Day.
Sincerely and Fraternally,
