Naval Lodge No. 4 http://www.naval-lodge.org One of the oldest traditions in Washington DC Sun, 23 May 2010 22:26:19 +0000 en hourly 1 May 20 Lodge Series – Lecture Series on the Liberal Arts and Sciences: Architecture http://www.naval-lodge.org/may-20-lodge-series-lecture-series-on-the-liberal-arts-and-sciences-architecture/ http://www.naval-lodge.org/may-20-lodge-series-lecture-series-on-the-liberal-arts-and-sciences-architecture/#comments Mon, 17 May 2010 15:56:44 +0000 jwood http://www.naval-lodge.org/?p=132

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* Update May 23, 2010 —

WM Webb and others had a great time helping. The day couldn’t have been any better and the school looks much better.

]]> http://www.naval-lodge.org/hands-on-dc/feed/ 0 A Primer on York Rite Freemasonry http://www.naval-lodge.org/a-primer-on-york-rite-freemasonry/ http://www.naval-lodge.org/a-primer-on-york-rite-freemasonry/#comments Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:35:00 +0000 jwood http://www.naval-lodge.org/?p=124 A Primer on York Rite Freemasonry

Most Masons don’t realize that they have already taken the first step in the York Rite ladder when they joined the Blue or Symbolic Lodge.  This program will present an overview of the other York Rite bodies and what they have to offer.  Remember, when the Ancients and Moderns joined together in England, the resulting constitution stated Masonry consists of the three degrees (EA, FC, and MM) PLUS the Royal Arch.  You may find out why and how the other York Rite bodies can help you achieve an greater understanding of you Lodge and your place in the Craft.  In addition, the presenter will give a little information on the invitational bodies which are sometimes associated with the York Rite and the lessons and opportunities each has to offer.

Bio on Bro. Benesch :

WB has been in Masonry all of his adult life.  He is a Past Master of Archer Bailey Gay Lodge #275, Alexandria, VA which later merged with Springfield #217.  He is a Past High Priest of Mt. Vernon Royal Arch Chapter #14 which meets in the GWMNM, and Annandale Royal Arch Chapter #77 in Virginia.  He is a Past Commander of Old Dominion Commandery #11 in Alexandria, VA, and of Columbia Commandery #1 in D.C.  Walter is currently an officer in Adoniam Zabud Council #2 in DC.  He is the current High Priest of Columbia #1 that meeting in Naval Lodge Building on the 2nd Mondays of the month.  In addition, he has been the chairman of the “Set-up and Take-down” for the Easter Sunrise Service for the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar, USA, since 2000 but has been working on the set-up since 1987.  In addition he is a Past Governor of Washington Lee York Rite College #93, Past Sovereign Preceptor of Nova Vitam #73, Holy Royal Arch Knight Templar Priests, and a holder of the Purple Cross (what some call the 33 degree of the York Rite).  He has been the author of numerous articles in The Royal Arch Magazine, and The Philathes.  He joined our Lodge in 2009.

]]> http://www.naval-lodge.org/a-primer-on-york-rite-freemasonry/feed/ 0 Math and the Mona Lisa http://www.naval-lodge.org/math-and-the-mona-lisa/ http://www.naval-lodge.org/math-and-the-mona-lisa/#comments Mon, 19 Apr 2010 14:35:32 +0000 jwood http://www.naval-lodge.org/?p=118 Special thanks and fraternal greetings to Friend of Naval (FON), Dr. Bülent Atalay for providing the Brothers, friends, and guests an evening of fellowship in honor of Leonardo Da Vinci’s genius – on his 558th birthday! Bülent’s “hands-on” presentation and discussion reinforced the timeless message of Leonardo’s model – bringing together art, architecture, science, and mathematics in a way that bridges the cultural divide prevailing in our age of specialization. If anyone would like to purchase a copy of Bülent’s book, “Math and the Mona Lisa,” please contact Brother Treasurer Marcus Fleming at treasurer@naval-lodge.com. Proceeds will go to the newly established Naval Lodge Arts Education fund.

]]> http://www.naval-lodge.org/math-and-the-mona-lisa/feed/ 0 Tresleboard for March 19, 2010 http://www.naval-lodge.org/tresleboard-for-march-19-2010/ http://www.naval-lodge.org/tresleboard-for-march-19-2010/#comments Fri, 19 Mar 2010 20:55:21 +0000 jwood http://www.naval-lodge.org/?p=106 Click here to view the trestleboard in PDF.

From the East

Brethren,

Congratulations to Brothers Macktarr Kallay and Joseph Holston on being raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason. I am pleased with your regular attendance and desire to seek out the fellowship and friendships which freemasonry brings to its members. We look forward to your continued participation and active involvement in the Craft!

I am in awe of Brother Chris Boesen! He opened our eyes with a fantastic presentation on Marcus Tullius Cicero and the Eleusinian Mysteries earlier this month and our Masonic brethren serving on the Hill missed an opportunity to hear a modern day Cicero wax rhetoric. Great job, Brother Chris!

Also, I want to thank Brother Tyler Stapleton who joined me in shaving his head at the recent St. Baldrick’s fundraiser. Our team raised 8 thousand dollars for childhood cancer research – going bald in solidarity with kids battling this terrible disease. Compared to a child’s struggle, shaving our heads wass a small sacrifice. Besides, we had great fun.

Finally, I look forward to our upcoming degree work – I see continued improvement in our ritual and am looking forward to April 1st when the Trustees will provide their annual report.

We look forward to seeing you at Lodge.

Sincerely,

Michael Webb, Worshipful Master

Naval Lodge No. 4, F.A.A.M.

From the West

Brethren,

I bring you fraternal greetings from the West. What a privilege for me to serve this great lodge in the West! Brethren, I will forever be humbled and grateful for the trust you bestowed in me as your Senior Warden. Naval lodge #4 is blessed with many fine and dedicated masons who have earned the respect of other masons within and outside our jurisdictions. I hope and pray that we continue to build and improve on our ritual proficiency which we are now known for within this Grand jurisdiction.

I also want to thank the Worshipful Master for preserving and maintaining the customs, traditions and expectations of Naval Lodge’s century’s tradition of excellence. To the Past Masters, this is the time we need your wealth of expertise in the craft and your selfless dedication towards lifting our great lodge to the highest height of fame. As Past Princes of the craft at Naval lodge, you now form the backbone of our many successes. We salute you for keeping the flame of success burning.

To the officers of the lodge, your unflinching commitment towards the success of Naval lodge has not gone unnoticed, for your recompense is with your God.

To rest of the brethren, I salute your dedication and regular attendances and zeal for the lodge in particular and the craft in general. Your active participation in Naval Lodge is a reliable determinant to our very existence for another two hundred years (200 yrs). Until then, Stay Blessed.

Bro. Andrew Patnelli

Senior Warden

]]> http://www.naval-lodge.org/tresleboard-for-march-19-2010/feed/ 0 Congrats Bro. Mike Dudek http://www.naval-lodge.org/congrats-bro-mike-dudek/ http://www.naval-lodge.org/congrats-bro-mike-dudek/#comments Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:32:09 +0000 jwood http://www.naval-lodge.org/?p=93

WM Webb & Bro. Mike Dudek visit with Brothers @ Hiram Takoma Lodge #10 (Click to enlarge).

]]> http://www.naval-lodge.org/congrats-bro-mike-dudek/feed/ 0 Trestleboard for February 18, 2010 http://www.naval-lodge.org/trestleboard-for-february-18-2010/ http://www.naval-lodge.org/trestleboard-for-february-18-2010/#comments Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:21:11 +0000 jwood http://www.naval-lodge.org/?p=88 From the East

Brethren,
I hope this finds you well – having endured the recent snowfall in our Nation’s Capitol.  In difficult times like these, we can appreciate how Freemasonry’s bonds of friendship, compassion and brotherly love have survived even the most divisive political, military and religious conflicts through the centuries.  In this edition of the Trestleboard, I would like to share some important information and let you know about upcoming events at Naval Lodge No. 4, F.A.A.M.

1) Naval Lodge No. 4 has more than 900 members on its Facebook site:  http://www.facebook.com/naval4.  This site also contains current information on the proposed calendar of programs for Masonic Year 2010.

2) On March 4, 2010, Naval brother Chris Boesen will present what is sure to be a very enlightening discussion on Marcus Tullius Cicero and the Eleusinian Mysteries.  This will be an open meeting – meaning that the Lodge will be opened to non-masons.  On this evening, we are also planning to host a reception for Masonic Members of Congress.

3) On March 13, 2010, I will be shaving my hair off in solidarity with children who have cancer (and typically lose their hair during treatment), while raising critical funds for childhood cancer research.   Please consider making a tax-deductible contribution online at http://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/mypage/participantid/365877.

We look forward to seeing you at Lodge.

Sincerely,
Michael Webb, Worshipful Master

Naval Lodge No. 4, F.A.A.M.

FROM THE SECRETARY’S DESK….

Brethren,
I would like to challenge you all to reach out to the brothers whom have fallen from the craft.Life does happen, but I would like to encourage you all to light a beacon and encourage their return. As I’ve seen these past years, many come through the line but often become “too busy” to visit lodge. A friendly reminder can be rewarding. WM has worked hard to plan exciting and informative meetings that we all can benefit from.
Fraternally,
Jacob Wood, Secretary

Upcoming Events

Communication
Why did John, Paul, George, and Ben join Freemasonry?
March 4, 2010

Degree Work
Fellow Craft Degree
March 18, 2010

Degree Work
Entered Apprentice
April 1, 2010

Communication
Arithmetic: Math and the Mona Lisa
April 15, 2010

PETITIONS FOR DEGREE WORK

Atilla Suzer
1013 East Caspitol St.
Washington, DC 20003

Thomas-Eric Williams
1415 9th Street
Lanham, MD 20706-1631

Robert Wright
8511 Accotink Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079

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]]> http://www.naval-lodge.org/trestleboard-for-february-18-2010/feed/ 0 The Lost Symbol http://www.naval-lodge.org/the-lost-symbol/ http://www.naval-lodge.org/the-lost-symbol/#comments Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:19:18 +0000 jwood http://www.naval-lodge.org/?p=49

The release of Dan Brown’s new book The Lost Symbol is bound to raise some questions and interest about Freemasonry in Washington DC. The Masonic Society has set up a site at www.freemasonlostsymbol.com/ that answers a number of questions and provides clear and accurate information about Freemasonry.

We also recommend people seeking more information read and listen to this 2007 story from NPR. Reporter Rachel Martin visited Naval Lodge on Capitol Hill and spoke with officers Alan Patterson, Michael Webb and David Johnson about modern freemasonry. Parts of Secrets of the Freemasons, a National Geographic special, were filmed at Naval Lodge.

Legends and stories are fun, and we enjoy them too. But the true story is more meaningful and deeper than any fiction and it is no secret at all. Freemasonry improves the lives of everyone it touches. And not just the lives of the men who join the fraternity: Caring for children in Shriner’s hospitals, improving schools, or even fostering democracy, Freemasons work together to better our communities and the world every day through faith, hope and charity.

]]> http://www.naval-lodge.org/the-lost-symbol/feed/ 0 Want to visit Naval Lodge No. 4? http://www.naval-lodge.org/want-to-visit-naval-lodge-no-4/ http://www.naval-lodge.org/want-to-visit-naval-lodge-no-4/#comments Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:38:24 +0000 jwood http://www.naval-lodge.org/?p=33 We meet every 1st and 3rd Thursday at 7:30pm of every month. Naval Lodge No. 4 is located on Capitol Hill at
330 Pennsylvania Avenue, S.E.
Washington DC 20003

Google Map | MapQuestClick here for more information.

]]> http://www.naval-lodge.org/want-to-visit-naval-lodge-no-4/feed/ 1 Learn How to Join http://www.naval-lodge.org/learn-how-to-join/ http://www.naval-lodge.org/learn-how-to-join/#comments Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:42:45 +0000 jwood http://www.naval-lodge.org/?p=23 Naval Lodge No. 4 welcomes those qualified men who are interested in the possibility of joining — to become a member of a Fraternity whose members and principles have shaped our country and our history.

Men age 18 and older who believe in a Supreme Being and meet the qualifications and standards for membership are eligible to petition. We welcome men of every country, religion, race, age, income, education, and opinion.

The process for becoming a Mason is managed at the Lodge level. The first step towards joining is to contact a Lodge that you would like to have consider you for membership.

Beginning The Process

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