At Kennard Lodge’s most recent meeting, Brethren enjoyed a fantastic night with a superb lecture on Early Medieval times by their very own “Pet Viking” Brother Mike.
And it was lovely to see visiting Masters and a special guest Brother Andrew Brundsdon from a Canadian Lodge, with an exchange of Masonic gifts between Kennard Lodge and Lodge Renfrew 134 in Calgary.
The return of Rugby to the Pontypool Masonic Centre may not have seen the rugby result that most would have wanted but nonetheless an enjoyable evening was had by all. Brethren, their family and friends had a fantastic evening enjoying each other’s company, fine food and some rugby. Huge thanks to Worshipful Brother Gareth White, Brother Stuart Howells and their wives for organising and delivering a great afternoon.
This Saturday, 23 November, Pontypool Masonic Centre will be open for Brethren and their family and friends to watch the rugby – courtesy of W.Bro. Gareth White and Bro. Stuart Howells.
The centre will be open from 4pm with food and drink available – chilli con carne and rice and a drink just £7. Book in with Gareth or Stuart.
There’s also a mini bus available from Cwmbrân to Pontypool Masonic Centre. Contact Gareth to book your seat.
Saturday evening saw numerous Brethren from Pontypool Masonic Centre attend the Celtic Manor Resort for the Province of Monmouthshire’s Gala Dinner at the conclusion of the Charity Festival 2024. The festival raised the astonishing amount of £1,020,2400. An incredible achievement for a small province. Here are a few photographs of the evening and some of the Brethren who attended and some more from the Monmouthshire Freemasons Facebook page.
Some more photos from Monmouthshire Freemasons Facebook page…
Kennard Lodge 1258 has returned a well deserved the summer recess with renewed energy and enthusiasm for the upcoming masonic year.
Our first lodge meeting of the year was an significant and memorable event, an Installation. W.Bro Clint Fisher installed into the Worshipful Masters chair by W.Bro Martin Phillips, and the ceremony was marked by its traditional grandeur and was attended by numerous brethren from several lodges within the Province of Monmouthshire.
Among the distinguished guests were R.W. Bro Richard Davies, Provincial Grand Master, and V.W. Bro Chris Evans, Deputy Provincial Grand Master, whose presence added an air of solemnity and honor to the occasion. Their continued support and guidance are invaluable to the lodge, and their participation underscored the importance of the evening.
The evening did not end with the formalities of the installation, after the ceremony, the brethren gathered for a festive board that was, as always, one of the highlights of the evening. The atmosphere was filled with brotherhood, laughter, and reflection on the night’s significance. Brothers enjoyed a delightful meal, wonderful toasts, and great food.
As we look ahead to the upcoming year, this installation sets the tone for what promises to be an inspiring and productive Masonic year. We welcome W. Bro Clint Fisher to his new role with full confidence and look forward to the leadership and guidance he will provide for our lodge following a wonderful year lead by W.Bro Martin Phillips.
Here’s to a successful year ahead!
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