Welcome to the December 2022 monthly communication from the Grand Lodge of Nebraska!
This month’s Education Article is about the Mason that owned Stonehenge and gave it away!
A great book on the Enlightenment which was an important influence on Masonry
A Masonic Daily Checklist to help you make advancement in Masonry daily.
News about you chance to buy a copy of the restored Robert Carrel Jordan Portrait!
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At a regular communication of Olive Branch Lodge No. 274 in Rosalie on November 10, WB Wayne Benson was presented with a Masonic Service Award. WB Wayne became the Rainbow Dad at Lynn Broyhill Assembly No. 12 in South Sioux City in March of 2008. He served in that position until July of 2022. He has helped numerous young ladies develop and become outstanding citizens and leaders in their communities. Lynn Broyhill Assembly is known state-wide for their proficiency and participation. WB Wayne has been instrumental in supporting their endeavors for more than 14 years. Pictured from left to right are: WM Mike Tomasiewicz and WB Wayne Benson
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You and your lodge can now own a piece of our history by purchasing a print of Nebraska’s first Grand Master, Robert C. Jordan, produced from the portrait in the Grand Lodge Office in Lincoln.
Gifted to the Grand Lodge in 1884, Jordan’s portrait was recently restored by the Nebraska Masonic Foundation after years of neglect resulting in faded colors and holes in the canvas. Today, the painting is repaired and exhibits depth, detail and more vibrant colors.
The Foundation also produced 25 high-quality prints on acid-free, archival paper to withstand the passage of time for you and your brothers to enjoy for decades to come. They are available at https://nebraskamasonicfoundation.com/ for $149.95 if picked up at the Grand Lodge Office, or mailed securely at $159.95. Sales of the prints will help the Foundation defray restoration costs.
The prints are ready to be framed at a standard 16” x 20” size with a numbered and signed certificate of authenticity.
The portrait was presented to the Grand Lodge of Nebraska by M.W.Bro. George Lininger on behalf of Omaha artist Mrs. Edwin Davis.
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This 1861 edition by Bro. Rob Morris tells the story of the Sheriff of Canandaigua, NY and his imprisonment and trial during the Morgan Affair. The Sheriff was a member of the Craft and refused to surrender his integrity despite cruel treatment by the newly formed Anti-Masonic party.
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On November 1, 2022, Brother Hal Huff, Waterloo Lodge No. 102, exhibited great proficiency in the Master Mason degree and was awarded the Grand Masters proficiency coin by Deputy Grand Custodian Charlie Odorizzi.
Pictured (L-R): Brother Brooks Call, MW Rex Moats, Dr. Hal Huff, WB Charlie Odorizzi and WM Roger Moore.
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On Tuesday, November 1, Deputy Grand Master John Millington introduced VWB Kevin Scheele as his 2023 appointment to the Grand Lodge Advancing Line. From left to right MWB Patrick Barger, MWB Russ Reno, WB John Herbolsheimer, RWB John Millington, VWB Kevin Scheele, WB Jeff Buhrman, RWB John Ferguson, RWB Michael Stuhr.
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On behalf of Grand Master Alex Straatmann, MWB Russ Reno presented a Grand Master’s Full-form Entered Apprentice Proficiency Excellence coin to Bro. Rylie Nolan at Cotner Lodge No. 297’s pasture lodge meeting. W. Bro. Jeff Axelson, right, was his mentor. Bro. Nolan is eager to earn the two remaining coins as he progresses through his newfound journey into the foundations of Masonry.
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