Letter of Communication 1/08

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

LETTER OF COMMUNICATION, January 9th, 2008

Dear Brother,

You are cordially and fraternally invited to a
STATED COMMUNICATION

on Wednesday, January 9th at 7:00 P.M. in the Doric Room,
8th Floor, Masonic Hall, 71 West 23rd Street, New York City

Agenda: SECOND DEGREE

Opening Gavel at 7:15

Fraternally

W:.Charles Boyce
cboyce@cck.net 347-613-6225

Attested by: W:. Leon Calafiore, Secretary
lcalafiore@aol.com 718-655-5970

TRESTLEBOARD

Awaiting the degree of Fellowcraft:

Bro. Marc Anthony Gabrielle
Bro. Omer Halilovic
Bro. Michael Angelo Thomas
Bro. Levant Ozkurt

FROM THE EAST

Dear Brothers,

I hope this New Year finds all our brethren well. This season is one of joy to most but some find themselves in need during this time. As Masons we have all taken a pledge to perform charitable works. The lodge contributes to various charities and we take part in a variety of charitable events. As individual brothers I hope (and know) that your commitment to charitable acts does not stop at the lodge doors. To insure this I now charge you all, during this holiday season, to perform one good deed. A conscious act that will make a difference in someone else's life. I leave it to you to decide if the act is small or grand. Let's make this season memorable to the dozens of individuals that we can help by our kindness.
In January, we will be bestowing the second degree on our Entered Aprentices. Our Senior Warden will be officiating that night, as usual. I hope that we have a crowd in the lodge to show our brothers the extent of the community that they are joining.

Happy Holidays to you and your families,

Fraternally,
W:. Charles BoyceW:. Charles Boyce
Master, Mariners Lodge

FROM THE WEST

Dear Brothers,

Happy New Year! May 2008 bring you an abundance of corn, wine and oil. Already the Solstice has passed and each new day brings more light into our lives. We still face the rigors of the winter, it is true, but the cold is easier to bear knowing that the sun is ascending once more, and Spring will be here before long. And as this knowledge gives us hope through the bitter cold of winter, so let the knowledge of the coming light give you hope through the difficult times of life. Be of good cheer, brothers. 2008 is here!

God bless you all,

Sincerely and Fraternally,

Bro. Bill Gibbons, Sr. Warden
billgibb@gmail.com
212-227-0039

FROM THE SECRETARY

Dear Brothers:

It’s that time of year for Lodges throughout our State. Yes, the new dues cards have come in, and its time to collect for them. For those Brothers who have already sent in their checks, many thanks; you have been the nice. For those of you in arrears, you have been naughty (and you know who you are). I had sent out letters to most of you who still owe for previous years, but we didn’t receive any checks. As a result, we had to make other arrangements to pay the per capita. Not stepping up to the plate puts us at a severe disadvantage, as a Lodge, and hinders the Master’s ability to send benevolence where it may best serve.

So, my Brothers, please honor your commitments to your Brothers, and your Lodge, so we may afford to continue our charitable works under the guidance of the Master. If there is some difficulty you may need to address privately, feel free to contact me at:
LCalafiore@aol.com.

Please send your checks to:
Leon Calafiore,
Mariners Lodge,
71 West 23rd St. Box H-3,
New York, NY, 10010

Fraternal Greetings of the Season
W. Leon Calafiore, Secretary

CALENDAR

Jan 2nd:
Officers meeting Second Degree rehearsal.
Jan 9th:
Stated Communication: SECOND DEGREEE
Feb 6th:
Officers meeting
Feb 13th
Stated Communication: Lecture by Bro. Gagliardi "The Importance of Ritual"
Mar 5th:
Officers meeting: Third Degree rehearsal.
Mar 12th:
Stated Communication: Lectures on a variety of fraternal organizations. Bro. Kinsey on College Fraternities, Bro Gagliardi on the Golden Dawn and Bro. Bey on the Memphis Rite.
Mar 22:
SPECIAL COMMUNICATION: THIRD DEGREE AND DRAMA
Apr 2nd:
Officers meeting
Apr 9th:
Stated Communication: Lecture, The History of Mariners by W:. Calafiore.
May 7th:
Officers meeting .
May 14th:
Stated Communication: Lodge elections.
Book Drive for Kids.
Jun 4th:
Officers meeting
June 11th:
Stated Communication: Installation

HOROSCOPE December-January by W:. Leon Calafiore

Aries (Mar21-Apr20): I’d let you write your own horoscope, but it would be difficult to read, what with you patting yourself on the back while writing. With Jupiter opposite your sign, Father Christmas, or Daddy Warbucks should drop a load for you about December 18. Remember that sharing is caring.

Taurus (Apr 21-May20): There’s a bit too much “snow” breaking up your usual clear signal. Forget the elaborate plans, better to be the spare hands that make someone else’s workload lighter. Expect a round of applause, and the to bed.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You stand, resolute, constrained by a circle of idiocy. While it only appears to be a chalk circle on the floor, it will take more than your huffing and puffing to blow it away. Consider your posture; like Atlas, the heavens balance on your shoulders until the end of December. In the New Year, its time for someone else to shoulder the burden while you relax someplace warm, with a cocktail!

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Every little breeze seems to whisper “you tease”. Mars passes retrograde through your sign this Yule, making you the jester of the season. Some of your old friends might think you are manic, but you will be the toast of the town!

Leo (July 23-Aug 22): Deck the halls with Boston Charlie. At the very least, tidy up the spare room/sofa/whatever, and assemble the guest towels. The skies have declared you to be the proprietor of the unexpected crash pad. It’s a fine time to practice affecting an Auntie Mame sangfroid. Go on.

Virgo (Aug 23-Sept 22): If you don’t find the strength to knock that crutch out from under your arm, Tiny Tim, your hands won’t be free to answer the phone. This will be a fine time to be called away from your self-induced pity party, and make some new friends. Just do it!

Libra (Sept 23-Oct 22): Change of plans, change of socks; be prepared for one, and carry the other, or at least carry enough money for an emergency change of clothes. You may be laid up by a missed connection, but the camaraderie will be fun!

Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21): It really is time to relinquish the water bottle. The influence of Jupiter has passed, but what makes you think there will be no water waiting for you at the end of your journey? You may not rake it in, but you’re doing well enough to count your blessings.

Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21): Look to the heavens with one eye the first part of December, while keeping the other one on wrapping up short term affairs. Jupiter, Mercury and Venus stop by your house, setting all the counters to zero. A clean break, a fresh start may be had.

Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19): Strangely enough, most mornings you wake up, and you’re still you. However, as the New Year starts, all the stuff being tossed out by your neighbor above lands on your lawn. Consider hiring a professional cleaning service, or, if you’re in a “do it yourself” mood, wear gloves so not a trace lingers.

Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18): How much more assistance will you need this holiday season? I sure hope you did all the complicated planning months ago, as your Sun opposing Saturn will weight you down. By your birthday you should feel like a pannini.

Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20):The time has come for you to cast down your working tools, wreathe holly in you hair, and go out singing carols under the windows. This will not further your career goals, but will be way more fun.

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