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Ancaster Conclave, No. 282 - Enthronement, 24 April 2024
The Enthronement of the new MPS, P. Kt. John Baigent, by P. Kt. Jim McQuade and the EV, E. Kt David Buckenham by E. Kt. John Baigent, was greatly enhanced by the presence of the Divisional Team which, of course, included the Sepulchre Guard. The ceremonies went very well under the guidance of the Divivisional Marshal who is also the Marshal of the Conclave. Both must have been very pleased as can be seen by their smiling faces below!
An excellent candlelit festive board followed which rounded off a very enjoyable evening.
L to R: Ill. Kt. Ray Wade, MPS John Baigent, EV David Buckenham, R.Ill. Kt.Steve Roberts
Below they are joined by the Divisional Marshal, Ill. Kt. Mike Lock,, Deputy Marshal, Pete Mason and W. Kt. Wayne Lagden, Deputy Captain of the Sepulchre Guard.
L to R: W. Kt. Wayne Lagden, Ill. Kt. Ray Wade, MPS, EV, Ill. Kt. Mike Lock, IR. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts, P. Kt. Peter Mason
Photgraphs by P. Kt. Iain Wilson, Asst. Divisonal Recorder
Thornholme Conclave, No. 314 - Enthronement, 19 April 2024
L tp R: Ill. Kt. Ray Wade, Dep.I.-G., P.Kt. John Cuthbert, IPMPS, MPS Colin Fox, E.V. David Goodwin, Ill. Kt. Martin Cooper, Prelate
The MPS with his officers
Grand Sovereign visits Lindum Colonia Conclave, No. 287
Special Meeting 5 April 24
On the 1 April 2024 III. Kt. Reg Brittan celebrated 50 years membership with the Lindum Colonia Conclave.
On Friday the 5th April the Grand Sovereign, M.III.Kt. Graham Leslie Flight visited Lindum Colonia Conclave to present to III.Kt. Reg Brittan a 50th year celebratory Certificate and Jewel to mark this amazing milestone in his Masonic journey. The Grand Sovereign was accompanied by the Grand Marshal, R.III.Kt. Paul Norman, and 14 Grand Sepulchre Guards.
After the opening of the Conclave the Grand Sovereign congratulated V.III.Kt. Bryan Robinson, a member of Ancaster Conclave, on his wonderful achievement - his 50th Certificate and Jewel, having been previously presented to him at his home by the Intendant-General, R.III.Kt. Steve Roberts.
The Grand Sovereign also congratulated III.Kt. David Lee of the Lindum Conclave who had celebrated forty years membership on the 2 April 2024.
The ceremony of Installation of a new knight by the Most Puissant Sovereign, Kevin Woodman, followed. ably assisted by worthy knights from both the Lindum Colonia and Ancaster Conclaves. The candidate for the evening was Comp. Connor O’Neill. The Obligation was undertaken by P.Kt. Niall Armstrong, Divisional Treasurer, his father-in-law to be and the Grand Sovereign completed the installation by personally knighting Comp. O'Neill – a great honour indeed.
Before presenting III.Kt. Reg Brittan with his 50th year membership Certificate and Jewel, the Grand Sovereign gave a resume of his amazing and very high-profile masonic journey. III.Kt. Brittan gave a most heartfelt response in return. There was also a further surprise for III.Kt. Brittan when the Grand Sovereign announced that he was to confer upon him a field promotion in recognition of his outstanding service to the Red Cross Order and asked the Grand Marshal to read aloud his letter of appointment. The Grand Marshal proclaimed that with immediate effect III.Kt. Reg Brittan would be appointed to the rank of Past Grand Junior General and this news received a rapturous applause from the Conclave.
After the meeting the Intendant-General presented the Grand Sovereign with a £500 cheque for his Care for Children's Fund.
The meeting was followed by an excellent Festive Board.
This was a very special evening which will remain in the memory of those present for many years to come.
L to R: Ill. Kt. David Lee, V.Ill.Kt. Reg Brittan, Grand Sovereign, V.Ill. Kt. Bryan Robinson, MBE, with the Grand Sepulchre Guard
L to R: Grand Sovereign, V.Ill. Kt. Reg Brittan, W.Kt.Connor O'Neill, the MPS, Kevin Woodman, R.Ill.Kt. Steve Roberts
L to R: Grand Sovereign, V.Ill.Kt. Reg Brittan with his 50th Certificate
R.Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts presenting cheque to the Grand Sovereign
After the Festive Board a relaxed Reg Brittan with Ray Wade, Dep. I.-G.
Bereavement
I am sad to report the passing of P. Kt. Michael Knowles, who died on Thursday, 4 April 2024 aged 69 years. He was a member of Fryston Conclave for 19 years and had recently joined Viceroy Conclave. Mike's first Divisional appointment was to Sentinel in November 2013 - a position he held for 3 years. He progessed up the Divisional ladder becoming Junior General in November 2022 and then Senior General on the18 November 2023. He was an enthusiastic Knight and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
West Yorkshire Division - Installation of new Intendant-General
The R. Ill. Intendant-General, Stephen Roberts, accompanied by Ill. Kt. Ray Wade, Deputy Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Mike Lock, Divisional Marshal, Ill. Kt. Mike Allen, Divisional Recorder, P. Kt. Iain Wilson, Assistant Divisional Recorder, together with Grand Sepulchre Guard Members P. Kt. Peter Mason, the Deputy Captain, and W. Kt. Wayne Lagden attended West Yorkshire’s Divisional Conclave held in Tapton Masonic Hall on Saturday 16 March 2024.
The Grand Sovereign, M. Ill. Kt. Graham Leslie Flight and his team from Grand Imperial Conclave were in attendance for the installation of a new Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Keith Tolan, P.G.St.B (L.), and the re-appointment of Ill. Kt. Alistair Booth, P.G. Chamb. as Deputy Intendant-General. The Grand Sovereign and new Intendant-General thanked the outgoing Intendant-General, R. Ill. Kt. Dr. Raymond Charles Johnson, for his service in office over the last five years.
L to R: Ill. Kt. Mike Allen, R. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts, Ill. Kt. Ray Wade, P. Kt. Iain Wilson
L to R: W. Kt. Wayne Lagden, R. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts, Ill. Kt. Ray Wade, P. Kt. Peter Mason
The Grand Sepulchre Guard
W. Kt. Wayne Lagden and Deputy Captain P. Kt. Peter Mason
L to R: Ill. Kt. Mike Allen, Ill. Kt. Mike Lock, R. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts, P. Kt. Iain Wilson
Fryston Conclave, No.366 - AO 28 February 2024
A warm welcome by the members of Fryston Conclave, No. 366 was given to all the visitors at their 158th regular meeting, held at Louth Masonic Centre.
The Conclave was opened in due form by the M.P.S. Richard Powell (Sep. Gd), and Ill. Kt. Martin Cooper, P.G.Chamb., Divisional Eusebius, was welcomed into the Conclave and brought the greetings of the R. Ill. Intendant-General, Stephen Roberts.
A very touching eulogy was delivered by W. Kt. Neil Hollingsworth in memory of W. Kt. Jeff Stephenson,Jeff will be missed by his friends, the Conclave and masonry in general. All stood for a moment of quiet reflection.
Grand Imperial Conclave KHS certificates were presented to W. Kts. Phil Aitken and Chris Tandy, and a thorough explanation of which was given by the Divisional Eusebius.
L to R: E. Kt. Mike Boulton, W.Kt. Phil Aitken, MPS Richard Powell, Ill.Kt. Kt. Martin Cooper and W. Kt. Chris Tandy
L to R: E. Kt. Mike Boulton, Ill. Kt. Terry Pannell, MPS, W. Kt. Neil Hollingsworth, Ill. Kt. Martin Cooper, P. Kt. Colin Markham
A thoroughly wonderful evening was enjoyed by all!
Presentation to Buddies Dementia Cafe 19 December 2023
A cheque for £150 was presented to Lulu Wood, Chairman and Treasurer of the Buddies Dementia Cafe which is a registered charity giving support to dementia sufferers, carers and past carers at their Christmas Party at Nettleham Village Hall.
Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays each month and after the 1st Thursday's meeting there is a Dementia Friendly walk around the village.
L to R: Reg Brittan, Ray Wade, Lulu Wood, Chairman
The picture below shows how happy an occasion it was and the charity is to be congratulated on the excellent work they do.
Spalding Conclave - 23 November 2023
50 year Service Certificate Presentation
The 23rd November 2023 marked yet another special occasion in the history of the Lincolnshire Division and Spalding Conclave in particular, when V.Ill.Kt. Bryan Walter Robinson, MBE, P.G.H.Chan. was presented with his 50 year Certificate and Jewel by the R.Ill. Intendant-General, Stephen Roberts, at the age of 98 years. This is a very rare award and is for outstanding commitment and contribution to the Order.
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This was done in the comfort of his home in Donington near Spalding by the Intendant-General on behalf of the Grand Sovereign and in the presence of R.Ill.Kt. John Clements, Past Intendant-General, and the following Knights from Spalding Conclave RCC: V.Ill.Kt. Barry Humphrey, P.G.H.Alm. Past Deputy Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Richard Rodgers, P.G.St.B.(C.) and W.Kt. Rhett Brown, Conclave Senior General, who had travelled specially that morning from Braintree in Essex for the occasion.
L to R: R.Ill.Kt. John Clements,, the Intendant-General, V.Ill. Kt. Bryan Robinson,, Ill. Kt. Richard Rodgers
Divisonal Annual Conclave - 18 November 2023 - Louth Masonic Centre
A very successful Divisional Meeting was very well attended and enjoyed by Lincolnshire Knights and their guests at the Louth Masonic Centre.
(See under "DIVISION" the Address given by the Intendant-General)
Pictured below,after the meeting, are members and guests enjoying the Festive Board of Lincolnshire fare.
And finally, the Deputy Intendant-General deep in thought about his imminent toast to the Intendant-General, with the Intendant-General looking very calm and relaxed!
Photographs kindly taken by W. Kt. Wayne Lagden
Thornton Abbey Conclave, No. 223 - Enthronement 9 November 2023
An excellent Enthronment meeting was held on Thursday 9th November at the Thornton Abbey Conclave, Cleethorpes.
A superb evening was enjoyed by all worthy knights
L to R: P.Kt. Paul Ellis, newly enthroned M.P.S. Steve Holmes, newly consecrated Viceroy E.Kt. David Hilton
P.Kt Paul Ellis IMPS and newly Enthroned MPS Steve Holmes.
If you haven't attended this Conclave it's well worth visit.
Special Meeting of the Thornton Abbey Conclave, No. 223 - 12 October 2023
The Conclave was honoured by the presence of the Most Illustrious Grand Sovereign, Graham Leslie Flight, who had made a special visit to present V.Ill.Kt. Gordon Walkerley Smith, P.G.S.Gen., with his Certificate and Breast Jewel to mark 50 years membership in the Order. The Grand Sovereign was accompanied by R.Ill.Kt. Paul Norman, the Grand Marshal.
In his presentation, the Grand Sovereign made reference to Gordon's exceptional contribution to the Order and explained that only 10 such certificates had ever been presented. In replying, Gordon thanked the Grand Sovereign and said that he had thoroughly enjoyed being a member and that he would wear his Jewel with pride.
The Grand Sovereign also kindly presented AO Certificates to W,Kts. David Stapleton and Nicholas Collins. in his own inimitable style.
At the Festive Board afterwards the Intendant-General presented the Grand Sovereign with a cheque for £500 towards the Grand Sovereign's Care for Children's Fund which was gratefully received.
L to R: R.Ill. Kt Steven Roberts, V.Ill.Kt. Gordon Smith, the Grand Sovereign, W.Kt. David Stapleton, W.Kt. Nicholas Collins.
Gordon, at a later function, proudly wearing his 50th Membership Jewel
Team Visit to Fryston Conclave - 28 September 2023
The annual Enthronement Meeting was attended by the Divisional Team where those present witnessed the installation of W. Kt .Michael Boulton as Eminent Viceroy and the Enthronement of E. Kt. Richard Powell as Most Puissant Sovereign.
Both ceremonies were carried out in an exemplary manner and were followed by an excellent festive board.
Holy Cross Service - St. Nicholas Church, Newport, Lincoln - Sunday 11 September 2023
Following a very good service for Holy Cross Day, conducted by the Reverend Prebendary Alan Moses, Associate Priest St. Nicholas and St. John, Newport, an excellent high tea was enjoyed by members from Christian Orders and their wives and partners at the Lincoln Masonic Centre.
Grand Imperial Conclave Annual Meeting 4 July 2023
A good contingent of Lincolnshire Knights accompanied the Intendant-General at the GIC Annual Meeting at Grand Lodge to support those knights being appointed and promoted in and to Grand Rank.
Recipients pictured below at the Lincolnshire Window are L to R: Ill. Kt. Martin Cooper, P.G. Chamb.,
Ill. Kt. Mike Allen, P.G.St.B.(L.),Ill. Kt. Mike Lock, G. Vice-Chamb. and Ill. Kt. Richard Rogers, P.G.St.B.(C.)
also promoted was Ill. Kt. Ian Maxey, P.G.Chamb., who had to leave early to catch a train.
Also promoted were P. Kt. Peter Mason to Deputy Captain of the Grand Sepulchre Guard
and new appointee to the Grand Sepuchre Guard, W. Kt. Wayne Lagden, seen here both proudly sporting their new collarettes!
An excellent meal at the Connaught Rooms followed pre-dinner drinks!
Ancaster Conclave 20 June 2023 - Installation of a new Knight
Pictured below with the Sovereign and Viceroy is W. Kt Mike Virgo the latest candidate to be installed into Ancaster Conclave on the 20 June. An excellent evening was enjoyed by all the Worthy Knights who welcomed their official visitor Ill. Kt. Reg Brittan, Grand Herald. on his official visit.
L to R: W. Kt Mike Virgo, the MPS, P. Kt. Jim McQuade and the Viceroy, E. Kt. John Baigent
and below, joined by Divisional Senior General, (extreme left) and the Intendant-General, R. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts (extreme right).
Team Visit to Spalding Conclave 14 June 2023
21 Divisional Officers accompanied the Intendant-General at the Spalding Conclave Enthonement Meeting on 14 June 2023.
It was a splendid meeting witnessing the Enthronement of E. Kt. Richard Bell by the Enthroning Sovereign P. Kt. Chris Ladner who gave an outstanding performance. Congratulations also, must be given to all Knights taking part in the ceremony and to all the Knights taking up an office. The meeting was followed by an excellent Festive Board in great and entertaining company.
L to R: M.P.S., P. Kt. Richard Bell, R. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts and Viceroy, E. Kt. Gary King
The newly Enthroned Sovereign and Viceroy with the Divisional Team and below with the Divisional Sepulchre Guard
Ladies Evening 9 June 2023 - The Dower House Hotel
Another very successful Ladies' Festival was held at the Dower House Hotel when guests after an excellent meal were entertained by the Troubadour Country Band who performed many C & W and pop songs.
Star Prize Winner
At the end of the Evening the Intendant-General thanked the Band and all who had attended for an excellent evening.
Presentation to Intendant-General 24 May 2023
The Intendant-General receiving a donation of £225 from P. Kt. Ivor Hallam from the "Preloved Regalia" sales.
This, in addition to a previous donation of £350 last month, will supplement the Division's charity fund which supports the Grand Sovereign's Care for Childrens Fund and local charities in Lincolnshire.
N & E Lancashire Divisional Meeting Saturday, 20 May 2023
The Intendant-General, Deputy Intendant-General and the Divisional Junior General received a warm welcome as guests at North and East Lancashire Divisional Meeting which was attended by the Grand Eusebius, R.Ill. Kt. Timothy John Nichloas L'Estrange.
L to R: P. Kt. Mike Knowles, R.Ill. Kt Stephen Roberts, Ill. Kt. Ray Wade
Grand Rank Appointments 2023
Congratulations to the following worthy Knights on their well-deserved appointments.
These appointments are effective from the 4 July 2023.
Promotions:
Ill. Kt. I.H Maxey, P.G.St.B.(C.) to P.G.Chamb.
Ill. Kt. M. Cooper, P.G.Pref. to P.G.Chamb.
Ill. Kt. R.F.Rodgers, P.G.Vice-Chamb. to P.G.St.B.(C.)
First Appointments:
P. Kt. M.J. Lock, Div.Mar. to G.Vice-Chamb.
P. Kt. M.L. Allen, Div.Rec. to P.G.St.B.(L.)
Thornton Abbey Conclave
Divisional Team Visit
Thursday 9 March 2023
The meeting was attended by 38 knights which included the Intendant-General, Deputy Intendant-General, Past Intendant- General and members of the Divisional Team to witness W.Kt. Nick Collins receive his Appendant Orders.
It was an excellent evening made complete by a wonderful festive board. In reponding to the toast to the Division, the Intendant-General thanked the Conclave and all who took part for "a fantastic evening"!!
L to R: P.Kt. Peter Mason, Ill.Kt. Ray Wade, W. Kt Nick Collins. R.Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts, M.P.Kt. Paul Ellis and E..Kt. Steve Holmes
The Divisional Team
Presentation to Intendant-General 23 November 2022
Picture shows Right Eminent Knight Malcolm Bilton presenting donations raised though Pre-loved Regalia sales to our Intendant-General and V. Ill. Knight Mick Stocker who is the Provincial Charity Steward for the Mark Degree together with P. Kt. Ivor Hallam one of the organisers of Pre-loved Regalia.
Divisional Meeting Saturday 22 November 2022 - Louth Masonic Centre
A very successful Divisional Meeting was well attended and enjoyed by Lincolnshire Knights and their guests at the Louth Masonic Centre. The outgoing Treasurer, Ill. Kt. Peter Paige, was presented with a Certificate of Merit by the Intendant-General who spoke of his valuable work and significant contribution to the Division during 12 years in the office.
Pictured below,after the meeting, are the Intendant-General, R. Ill. Kt. Stephen Roberts with the Deputy Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Raymond Wade and the newly appointed Divisional Eusebius, Ill. Kt. Martin Cooper.
L to R: P. Kt. Peter Mason, Deputy Divisional Marshal, the I.-G., Deputy I.-G., and the Divisional Marshal, P. Kt. Mike Lock
Church Service of the Festival of the Holy Cross
St. Nicholas Church, Newport, Lincoln
2.00pm Sunday 5 September 2022
71 Knights and their Ladies attended the excellent service conducted by Rev. Alan Moses, which was attended by Heads of all the Christian Orders. also present were the Provincial Grand Chaplain and Assistant Provincial Grand Master of the Mark Degree.
The Intendant-General did the Reading from the Phillipians 2.6-11, and Rev. Alan Moses delivered a very interesting sermon which was very well received.
The Service was followed by an excellent high tea at the Lincoln Masonic Centre at which the Intendant-General thanked all those involved in the organisation of the day.
He especially thanked the Rev. Alan Moses and P. Kt Michael Allen, the Divisional Recorder, who had organised the Service on behalf of the sponsoring Order (Lincolnshire Division of the Red Cross of Constantine).
In thanking everyone for their attendance, the Intendant-General looked forward to seeing everyone again next year.
Grand Imperial Conclave Tuesday 5 July 2022
Knights receiving their Grand Rank appointments and promotions were well supported by Lincolnshire Knights at the Annual meeting in Freemasons Hall, Great Queen Street. Ill. Kt. Malcolm Bilton and Ill. Kt. Reg Brittan are pictured below in front of the Lincolnshire window. Malcolm received his promotion to Past Grand Chamberlain and Reg his first appointment to active Grand Herald.
L to R: P.Kt. Michael Lock, Malcolm Bilton, Reg Brittan, Ray Wade, Andrew Pascoe and Mike Allen
An excellent meal followed at the Connaught Rooms which was thoroughly enjoyed by all, as you can see from Malcolm's broad smile!
Jonathan Roberts found the experience of being photographed by P,Kt. Peter Mason quite amusing!
L to R: Mike Lock, Ray Wade and Reg Brittan
L to R: Ray Wade, Reg Brittan and John Wickes newly-appointed active Grand Senior General
Unfortunately, V.Ill. Kt Barry Topliss, P.G.H.Alm., and Ill. Kt. Rod Rouse, P.G.Chamb., were unable to attend the meeting.
Presentation to the Lincs. & Notts. Air Ambulance
On the 14 June the Deputy Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Ray Wade, accompanied by his wife, Dorothea, was delighted to present a cheque to Karen Carter, Fund Raising Manager (Lincs.), who expressed her grateful thanks to the Division for the donation. She also offered to entertain a group visit of RCC members to the new station headquarters which had been totally funded by the government and other grant bodies.
Ladies' Festival - Friday 10 June 2022
A very much awaited evening was hosted by our Intendant-General at the Annual Ladies' Festival held at The Dower House Hotel, Woodhall Spa. It was an excellent evening and was well attended by Knights of the Division, their Ladies and many guests.
Following an excellent meal, superb entertainment was provided by "Charlie Russell", a singer guitarist who performed some of his own songs as well as well-known standards.
Grand Rank Appointments 2022
Congratulations to the following worthy Knights on their well-deserved appointments.
These appointments are effective from the 5 July 2022.
Promotions:
Ill. Kt. Victor Barry Topliss, P.G.Chamb. to P.G.H.Alm.
Ill. Kt. Malcolm F. Bilton, P.G.St.B.(L.). to P.G.Chamb.
Ill. Kt. Rodney Charles Rouse, P.G.St.B.(L.). to P.G.Chamb.
First Appointments:
P. Kt. Reginald Leslie Brittan, Div.J.G. to Grand Herald.
Divisional Meeting Saturday 19 November 2021 - Louth Masonic Centre
And below with the R. Ill. Intendants-General from other Divisions
L to R: R. Ill. Kt. Dr. Alan Beckerton, R. Ill. Kt. Raymond Johnson, R. Ill. Kt. Ralph Hitchin, Ill. Kt. Raymond Wade, R.Ill. Kt. Stephen Roberts, V.Ill. Kt. Michael Bull, R.Ill. Kt. Stuart Graves, R.Ill Kt. Michael Daws and R. Ill. Kt. Robin Knight. Hiding in the background is the Divisional Standard Bearer (C), P. Kt. John Cooper!
Photos by Mike Allen, Divisional Recorder
Presentation to Provincial Grand Master
Photo by Trevor Clingan
Grand Imperial Annual Assembly 12 October 2021 - Great Queen Street
Lincolnshire was, as always, represented at the Grand Imperial Conclave Assembly held in the Grand Temple, London on Tuesday 12th October 2021.
Pictured above our current Senior General, Terry Pannell and Terry Aldridge, Past Senior General, after receiving their first appointments to acting Grand Herald and Past Grand Vice-Chamberlain respectively, standing before the Lincolnshire Window at Grand Lodge with the Intendant-General and Deputy Intendant-General. V. lll. Kt. Barry Humphrey was invested as Past Grand Almoner but had to leave early to catch his train home!
Below, after enjoying the meal at the Connaught Rooms afterwards, the Intendant-General, R. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts with Terry Pannell, Peter Mason, and Ray Wade.
Below the Intendant-General is seen 'centre stage' in Mark Masons Hall prior to the Grand Sovereign's I-G Conference the following day!
Bereavement
I am sad to report the passing of Ill. Kt. Brian Francis Richards, who died on Tuesday, 9 February aged 85 years.
Brian was a member of Ancaster Conclave for 29 years. A former Divisional Senior Warden, he attained the rank of Past Grand Standard Bearer Constantine in 2009.
He was a well-respected and very active mason holding Grand Rank in many Orders. Sadly, he resigned his membership in January 2020 because of ill health.
He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Presentation to St Andrew's Children's Hospice (Andy's)
The R.Ill. Intendant-General, Steve Roberts and Ill.Kt. Ray Wade, Divisional Recorder, were very pleased to visit St Andrew’s Children’s Hospice (Andy’s) in Grimsby today (20th October) to present a cheque for £2,500 on behalf of the Grand Sovereign’s Care for Children’s Fund.
Andy’s offers free palliative care to children and young people from birth to the age of 25 years with any progressive life-limiting illness; the care is available in a wide range of settings which includes 24-hour care as well as day care and bereavement support.
Receiving the cheque, Fundraising and Events Coordinator John Stobart expressed the Hospices deep gratitude and reminded us that their services were only made possible by the generosity and assistance of corporate organisations, local businesses and individuals, as statutory sources only partially cover their running costs (around 19%).
L to R: Ill. Kt. Ray Wade, John Stobart, R.Ill. Intendant-General
Photos by Becky Darnell, Charity Fundraising and Campaigns Lead
Bereavement
I am sad to report the passing of V. Ill. Kt. Ian Gordon Walker, P.G.H.Chan., who died on Tuesday, 15 September aged 77 years.
Ian was a member of Spalding Conclave for 34 years and a Founder member of Viceroy Conclave for 23 years. He was promoted to Past Grand High Chancellor in 2009 for his excellent service to the Order.
He was also a member of Past Sovereigns Conclave of East Anglia, No. 454, and made an Honorary member of Breckland Conclave, No. 454, in 2018.
He was a dedicated Red Cross mason, was respected throughout the Province and he will be sorely missed by us all.
I am sad to report the passing of two of our very senior members.
V.Ill.Kt. Derek Mawer, P.G.Alm., died on the 1st March. He was a member of Tattershall Castle Conclave and Viceroy Conclave and for his services to the Order was promoted to Past Grand Almoner in 2013.
V.Ill.Kt. Les Penney, P.G.H.Chan., died on the 28 March. He was a member of Spalding Conclave and a Founder member of Viceroy Conclave and for his services to the Order was promoted to Past Grand Hgh Chancellor in 2011.
Both were excellent masons and were well respected throughout the Province and will be sorely missed by us all.
Ancaster Conclave, No. 282 - Appendant Orders 24 January 2020
The Intendant-General seen here before the meeting with the new Pop-up Banner which will be put on display at Masonic centres over the next few months - the first being Spalding!
The Appendant Orders meeting was very well attended and supported by the Divisional Team - photographs below showing all enjoying the festive board.
STOP PRESS
Now at Spalding!
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Viceroy Conclave, No.445
Enthronement 30 September 2019
Masonic Hall, Horncastle
The Enthronement of P.Kt. Des O’Neill, P.Div.W.ofReg., as MPS and Ill. Kt. Martin Cooper, PG.Pref., as EV. was attended by the R.Ill. Intendant-General, Steve Roberts and the Divisional Viceroy, Ill.Kt. Mike Bull, P.G.Chamb. who was making his official visit.
The Viceroy Conclave is a Past Sovereigns’ Conclave for which one of its roles is to support Conclaves who need assistance with their ceremonial workings.
L to R: R.Ill. Intendant-General, Steve Roberts, P.Kt. Des O'Neill, Ill.Kt. Martin Cooper, Ill.Kt. Mike Bull
Ancaster Conclave Presents Cheque
The Sovereign of Ancaster Conclave, P. Kt. Chris Jones, and other Knights assembled in Sleaford recently to present a cheque for £500 to St George’s Combined Cadet Force.
The unit is going to use the money to buy a Standard which they hope to parade for the first time at the towns Remembrance Parade in November.
Grand Imperial Annual Assembly 2 July 2019 - Great Queen Street
Lincolnshire was as usual well represented at the Grand Imperial Conclave Assembly held in the Grand Temple, London on Tuesday 2nd July 2019.
All seen below enjoying the meal at the Connaught Rooms afterwards with the Intendant-General, R. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts and other Divisional members.
And finally Ill. Kt John Winter 'fraternising' with Cumbria Division's Marshal, Ill. Kt. David Stewart
Ladies' Festival - Friday 14 June 2019
A very enjoyable evening was hosted by our Intendant-General at the Annual Ladies' Festival held at The Dower House Hotel, Woodhall Spa. It was very well attended by Knights of the Division, their Ladies and many guests.
Following an excellent meal, superb entertainment was provided as last year by "The Blighty Belles", who this year performed songs from the 1970's featuring ABBA and also the1980's.
DIVISIONAL TEAM VISIT TO SPALDING CONCLAVE, No. 346 – 12 JUNE 2019
The second Divisional team visit of 2019 took place on Wednesday 12th June when 23 members of the Divisional team visited Spalding Conclave No. 346, including 9 members of the Divisional Sepulchre Guard.
The visit marked the occasion of the Conclaves’ Enthronement meeting which saw Em. Kt. Jon Cooper Enthroned as the new Most Puissant Sovereign and W.Kt. Chris Ladner Installed as Em. Viceroy for the ensuing year.
The first photograph shows the Rt. Ill. Intendant-General, Rt Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts with the new Most Puissant Sovereign and Eminent Viceroy.
L to R: Em.Kt. Chris Ladner, R.Ill. Intendant-General, M.P.Kt. Jon Cooper
The remaining photograghs show the visiting Knights of the Divisional Team, Divisional Sepulchre Guard and members of Spalding Conclave enjoying an excellent Festive Board with good company and companionship throughout.
Report by Barry Humphrey – Recorder Spalding Conclave, No. 346
SPALDING CONCAVE, No.346 - ANNUAL PRESENTATIONS
Each year the Lincolnshire Red Cross Division gives one of its Conclaves the sum of £750.00 to be distributed to local charities. In 2018 it was the turn of Spalding Conclave No. 346, who members resolved to give £250.00 to each of three charities.
These were:
- The Garth School in Spalding which meets the needs of pupils aged between 2 and 19 with complex, severe and profound learning difficulties. Their aim is to provide an inclusive education in the most real sense, preparing pupils to take a confident and active place in society despite their special needs.
- Don’t Lose Hope, a new Bourne based charity that offers means related counselling services for children, young people, their families and other members of the community affected by mental health issues. The service is provided free of charge for families and individuals on low income or state benefits.
- The Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance based at RAF Waddington.They receive no direct government funding so rely almost entirely on the support and generosity of local people and their fundraising activities.
P. Kt. Tony Stanberry, Div. Senior General, presenting a cheque for £250 to a representative of the Friends of Garth School.
P.Kt. Derek Bontoft presenting a cheque for £250 to Nicola Brister from "Don't Lose Hope".
Ill. Kt. Philip Pearson presenting a cheque for £250 to Heather Chambers representing the Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance.
Report from Ill. Kt. Barry Humphrey
Recorder – Spalding Conclave No. 346
GRAND IMPERIAL CONCLAVE ASSEMBLY 3rd JULY 2018
Lincolnshire was well represented at the Grand Imperial Conclave Assembly held in the Grand Temple, London on Wednesday 3rd July 2018.
Pictured with the Intendant-General R.Ill.Kt. Stephen Roberts are those knights who received their first appointments standing before the Lincolnshire window at Grand Lodge.
Left to right V. Ill. Knight Bryan Robinson, MBE, who received promotion to P.G.H. Chancellor, Ill. Kt. Eric Phipps who received promotion to P.G. Chamberlain, R. Ill. Kt. Steven Roberts, Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Chris Butt who received promotion to P.G. Orator, Ill. Kt. Terry Walton who received his first appointment to P.G. Prefect and Ill. Kt. Colin Brader who receved his first appointment to P.G. Vice-Chamberlain.
All seen below enjoying the meal at the Connaught Rooms afterwards with other Divisional members.
A very enjoyable evening was hosted by our Intendant-General at the annual Ladies' Festival held at The Dower House Hotel, Woodhall Spa. It was very well attended by Knights of the Division, their Ladies and many guests.
Superb entertainment was provided by "The Blighty Belles", who performed songs from the 1940's and 1950's.
The Divisional Junior General, P. Kt. Rob Stevens proposing the toast to the Ladies
Mrs Susan Roberts, wife of the Intendant-General, in replying on behalf of the Ladies,thanked the Hotel for an excellent meal, the guests for supporting the event and the Festival Secretary for organising the evening. She looked forward to the entertainment about to be performed by "The Blighty Belles" seen here with Ill. Kt. Wade.
The evening was a great success
Visit of the Divisional Team to Lindum Colonia Conclave, No. 257 – 21st May 2018
On Monday 21 May 2018, Lindum Colonia Conclave No. 257 in Lincoln received a visit from the Rt. Ill. Intendant-General, R. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts, and members of the Divisional Team including the Divisional Sepulchre Guard on the occasion of their Appendant Orders meeting to receive and appoint W. Kts. C.P. Burke and D.J. Atkins as Knights of the Holy Sepulchre and of St. John the Evangelist. The Rt. Ill. Intendant General was well supported with the attendance of 18 members of his Divisional Team and 5 members of the Divisional Sepulchre Guard who, with the members of Lindum Colonia Conclave, made a total of some 44 Red Cross Knights in attendance.
They were privileged to witness an excellent Appendant Orders Ceremony for Lindum Colonia’s two newest Knights and the R. Ill. Intendant-General was also privileged to be asked to present G.I.C. Certificates to W. Kts. C. P. Burke and D.J. Atkins.
Replying to his toast at the Festive Board, the Intendant-General reflected not on how lucky and proud he personally felt, principally to be a Freemason, but also to be a member of the Order of the Red Cross of Constantine with the honour and privilege of being the Intendant-General, the icing on the cake.
Congratulating the two candidates and all those who took part in the ceremony, he also noted the excellent attendance and fellowship of the evening and felt that the evening exemplified the spirit of the Order and its members in the Division of Lincolnshire.
Concluding, he commented, "A good ceremony and great friendship at a convivial festive board - what more could we have asked for from a Masonic meeting?"
The R. Ill. Intendant-General with members of his Divisional Team and the M.P.S. Jonathan Lee and Viceroy, Em. Kt. David Gratrick
The R. Ill. Intendant-General with G.I.C. Certificate recipients W. Kts. D.A. Atkins and C. P. Burke
The R. Ill. Intendant-General responds to his toast
Visit by Deputy Intendant-General to Thornholme Conclave, No. 314 – 3 May 2018
The Deputy Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Barry J Humphrey BEM, P.G. Chamb. paid a return visit to Thornholme Conclave, No. 314 in Scunthorpe on Thursday 3 May 20 having previously visited the Conclave just over six months earlier on Friday 13 October 2017. On this occasion he was privileged to witness a ‘double’ Installation Ceremony of Thornholme’s newest Knights, Comp. Kenneth Fountain of The Isle of Axholme Chapter, No. 1482 and Comp. Trevor Davey of the Chapter of St. John, No. 7840, in the presence of 21 members.
On his previous visit in October 2017 he had witnessed the Installation of Knight Stephen Spavin and so was equally pleased on this occasion to be also asked to present him with his RCC Certificate.
In his response to the toast to the Lincolnshire Division, the Deputy Intendant-General said “It was good to see Thornholme Conclave continuing to succeed in attracting candidates into our wonderful Christian Order with this ‘double’ ceremony tonight and, I understand one, possibly two, further candidates in the pipeline. Thornholme Conclave is in good spirits, having had a very successful 18 months with ceremonies conducted at every meeting and this can only bode well for Red Cross masonry in Lincolnshire”. He also took the opportunity to congratulate Pt. Kt. Terry Walton on his forthcoming first appointment to Grand Imperial Conclave Grand Rank of P. G. Prefect, in recognition of his hard work at both Conclave and Divisional level.
Visit by Deputy Intendant-General to Fryston Conclave, No. 366 - 4 April 2018
On Wednesday 4th April 2018, Fryston Conclave, No. 366, in Louth received an official visit from the Deputy Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Barry J Humphrey, BEM, P.G.Chamb. His ‘travelling companion’ on this occasion was none other than our R. Ill. Intendant-General, R. Ill. Kt. Steve Roberts, who desperately tried to remain ‘incognito’ all evening, so much so that he ended up standing in as 2nd Lieutenant for part of the ceremony! They were privileged to witness an excellent Appendant Orders Ceremony for Fryston’s newest W. Kt, Keith Hazlewood, and the Deputy Intendant-General was also pleased to be asked to present him with his G.I.C. Certificate.
The Deputy Intendant-General presenting GIC Certificate to W. Kt. Keith Hazlewood
Conclave Members with the Intendant-General and Deputy Intendant-General
Visit by Deputy Intendant-General to Thornholme Conclave, No. 314 - 13 October 2017
The Deputy Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Barry J Humphrey BEM, P.G. Chamb. Made his official visit to Thornholme Conclave 314 in Scunthorpe on Friday 13th October where he witnessed the Installation Ceremony of Thornholme’s newest Knight, Comp. Stephen Spavin of The Isle of Axholme Chapter, No. 1482 in the presence of 19 members. In his response to the toast to the Lincolnshire Division, the Deputy Intendant-General said “It is pleasing to see Thornholme Conclave in good spirits, having had a very successful year with ceremonies conducted at every meeting” and this can only bode well for Red Cross masonry in Lincolnshire.
He went on to say that “Thornholme Conclave was held in very high regard by the Division as evidenced by the fact that no less than eight of its members are to receive either re-appointments, first appointments or further promotions at Divisional Conclave on 18 November 2017.
Deputy Intendant-General with Thornholme Conclave Members
MPS P. Kt. Colin Markham and Acting Viceroy P. Kt. David Vaillant
Deputy Intendant-General with newest member W.Kt. Stephen Spavin
Visit by Deputy Intendant-General to Ancaster Conclave, No. 282 - 5 September 2017
On Tuesday 5th September 2017, Ancaster Conclave No. 282 in Sleaford received a visit from the Deputy Intendant-General, Ill. Kt. Barry J Humphrey BEM, P.G.Chamb. He witnessed the Installation Ceremony of Ancaster’s newest Knight, Comp. Peter Doyle of Shire Chapter, No. 5610 and was also privileged to be asked to present two G.I.C. Certificates to W. Kts. Jim McQuade and John Baigent.
In his response to the toast to the Lincolnshire Division, the Deputy Intendant-General said “It is pleasing to see Ancaster Conclave on the up with five new Knights having been installed into the Conclave over the past year and, I understand there are two further candidates in the pipeline”.
He went on to say that “Ancaster Conclave is currently setting the bar at a very high level in Lincolnshire Red Cross masonry thanks to the encouragement and enthusiasm of the Most Puissant Sovereign, Pt. Kt. Mike Lock, who had introduced most of the candidates, and, with the full support of all members, this had turned into a splendid all-round team effort”.
Pictured at the Conclave meeting are the Deputy Intendant-General with Ancaster Conclave Officers
The Deputy Intendant-General with the MPS P. Kt. Mike Lock and Viceroy Em. Kt. Peter Daubney
W. Kts. Jim McQuade and John Baigent receiving their GIC certificates
Presentation to 2018 Mark Benevolent Fund Festival
At a recent team meeting of the active Officers of the Mark Masonic Province of Lincolnshire, it was the privilege of our R. Ill. Intendant-General to present a cheque for £315 on behalf of the Knights of the Division, to the R. W. Provincial Grand Master, the Rev. Trevor John Walker, towards the 2018 Mark Benevolent Fund Festival, which is being hosted by the Mark Province of Lincolnshire.
R.W. Bro. Walker - who is our Divisional High Prelate - expressed his grateful thanks to our Intendant-General and commented how this would further strengthen the close relationship that existed between the two Orders.
Presentation to St. Andrew's Children's Hospice
Divisional Recorder, Ill. Kt. Ray Wade, presenting £1,000 cheque from the Grand Sovereign’s Care for Children Fund
to Keegan (aged 1 year) on 10 October 2016 at St Andrew’s Children’s Hospice, Grimsby
Looking on are Leighton (aged 2 years) and Nurse Tracey Wilson
Pictured at the Conclave meeting are the Deputy Intendant-General with
Ancaster Conclave Officers
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