January Stated Meeting
Union Lodge No. 259, F. & A.M.

Brethren,

You are cordially invited to attend the January Stated Meeting of Union Lodge No. 259.

Tuesday, January 6
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Lodge Tiled: 7:30 PM

Our evening will include:

Installation of Officers (by dispensation)

Taking Up the Word

Reflections on the Changing Times and the Upcoming Masonic Year

As we begin a new year together, I invite each of you to reflect on two important questions that will help shape our shared path forward:

What do you want out of Freemasonry?

What would you like to see done differently as we grow together?

Your thoughts, your presence, and your engagement are vital to the strength and future of our Lodge.

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday.
Chili and refreshments will be served.

Extra meeting is scheduled for the conferal of a new canidate

Meeting Starts Promply at 7:00PM

Union Lodge No.259

Major Focus--Opening & Closing the Lodge in Ancient Form

Minor Focus-- Business & Receiving the D.D.G.M.

The scheduled work is to be used as a guide for that month’s instruction.

The work scheduled for a specific month will be adjusted accordingly so that each lodge’s specific needs can be met.

It is the responsibility of the monthly sponsoring lodge to have their lodge open by 6:30pm the night of the school.

Chairman - Rusty Mason Refresher

District Masonic Education meetings are held at St. James Lodge in Bridgewater at 7:30 P.M. on the fourth Monday of each month (except as noted).

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate. Masters, Wardens, Candidates, and newly made Master Masons are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings.

Each Lodge will be responsible for one education program according to the schedule below. Please contact the District Chairman of Masonic Education for further information or assistance. Please inform the District Chairman of your topic so it may be announced in advance at District meetings.

Official Visit of the District Deputy Grand Master

Union Lodge No. 259

Brother David G. McClelland, DDGM, will make his official visit. All Brethren are encouraged to attend and show strong support for our District and for the DDGM.

All elected officers are especially encouraged to travel with the District Deputy Grand Master to each Lodge within the District throughout the year. Your presence demonstrates our commitment to unity, brotherly love, and the shared work of Freemasonry.

Let us come together in harmony and fellowship as we welcome our District Deputy Grand Master and reaffirm the bonds that strengthen our Craft throughout the 37th Masonic Distric.

Official Visit of the District Deputy Grand Master

Glasgow Lodge No. 485

Brother David G. McClelland, DDGM, will make his official visit. All Brethren are encouraged to attend and show strong support for our District and for the DDGM.

All elected officers are especially encouraged to travel with the District Deputy Grand Master to each Lodge within the District throughout the year. Your presence demonstrates our commitment to unity, brotherly love, and the shared work of Freemasonry.

Let us come together in harmony and fellowship as we welcome our District Deputy Grand Master and reaffirm the bonds that strengthen our Craft throughout the 37th Masonic Distric.

Official Visit of the District Deputy Grand Master

Doric Lodge No. 630

Brother David G. McClelland, DDGM, will make his official visit. All Brethren are encouraged to attend and show strong support for our District and for the DDGM.

All elected officers are especially encouraged to travel with the District Deputy Grand Master to each Lodge within the District throughout the year. Your presence demonstrates our commitment to unity, brotherly love, and the shared work of Freemasonry.

Let us come together in harmony and fellowship as we welcome our District Deputy Grand Master and reaffirm the bonds that strengthen our Craft throughout the 37th Masonic Distric.

Official Visit of the District Deputy Grand Master

Coraopolis Lodge No. 674

Brother David G. McClelland, DDGM, will make his official visit. All Brethren are encouraged to attend and show strong support for our District and for the DDGM.

All elected officers are especially encouraged to travel with the District Deputy Grand Master to each Lodge within the District throughout the year. Your presence demonstrates our commitment to unity, brotherly love, and the shared work of Freemasonry.

Let us come together in harmony and fellowship as we welcome our District Deputy Grand Master and reaffirm the bonds that strengthen our Craft throughout the 37th Masonic Distric.

Glasgow Lodge No.485

Major Focus--Opening & Closing the Lodge in Ancient Form.

Minor Focus--Motions & Balloting

The scheduled work is to be used as a guide for that month’s instruction.

The work scheduled for a specific month will be adjusted accordingly so that each lodge’s specific needs can be met.

It is the responsibility of the monthly sponsoring lodge to have their lodge open by 6:30pm the night of the school.

Official Visit of the District Deputy Grand Master

St. James Lodge No. 457

Brother David G. McClelland, DDGM, will make his official visit. All Brethren are encouraged to attend and show strong support for our District and for the DDGM.

All elected officers are especially encouraged to travel with the District Deputy Grand Master to each Lodge within the District throughout the year. Your presence demonstrates our commitment to unity, brotherly love, and the shared work of Freemasonry.

Let us come together in harmony and fellowship as we welcome our District Deputy Grand Master and reaffirm the bonds that strengthen our Craft throughout the 37th Masonic Distric.

Rochester Lodge No. 229 - "TBD"

District Masonic Education meetings are held at St. James Lodge in Bridgewater at 7:30 P.M. on the fourth Monday of each month (except as noted).

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate. Masters, Wardens, Candidates, and newly made Master Masons are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings.

Each Lodge will be responsible for one education program according to the schedule below. Please contact the District Chairman of Masonic Education for further information or assistance. Please inform the District Chairman of your topic so it may be announced in advance at District meetings.

Official Visit of the District Deputy Grand Master

Rochester Lodge No. 229

Brother David G. McClelland, DDGM, will make his official visit. All Brethren are encouraged to attend and show strong support for our District and for the DDGM.

All elected officers are especially encouraged to travel with the District Deputy Grand Master to each Lodge within the District throughout the year. Your presence demonstrates our commitment to unity, brotherly love, and the shared work of Freemasonry.

Let us come together in harmony and fellowship as we welcome our District Deputy Grand Master and reaffirm the bonds that strengthen our Craft throughout the 37th Masonic Distric.

Official Visit of the District Deputy Grand Master

Crafton Guyasuta Lodge No. 513

Brother David G. McClelland, DDGM, will make his official visit. All Brethren are encouraged to attend and show strong support for our District and for the DDGM.

All elected officers are especially encouraged to travel with the District Deputy Grand Master to each Lodge within the District throughout the year. Your presence demonstrates our commitment to unity, brotherly love, and the shared work of Freemasonry.

Let us come together in harmony and fellowship as we welcome our District Deputy Grand Master and reaffirm the bonds that strengthen our Craft throughout the 37th Masonic Distric.

Crafton Guyasuta Lodge No.513

Major Focus--The Work of the Guides--All Three Degrees

Minor Focus--Individual Certifications

The scheduled work is to be used as a guide for that month’s instruction.

The work scheduled for a specific month will be adjusted accordingly so that each lodge’s specific needs can be met.

It is the responsibility of the monthly sponsoring lodge to have their lodge open by 6:30pm the night of the school.

Union Lodge No. 259 - "TBD"

District Masonic Education meetings are held at St. James Lodge in Bridgewater at 7:30 P.M. on the fourth Monday of each month (except as noted).

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate. Masters, Wardens, Candidates, and newly made Master Masons are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings.

Each Lodge will be responsible for one education program according to the schedule below. Please contact the District Chairman of Masonic Education for further information or assistance. Please inform the District Chairman of your topic so it may be announced in advance at District meetings.

Official Visit of the District Deputy Grand Master

Avalon Lodge No. 657

Brother David G. McClelland, DDGM, will make his official visit. All Brethren are encouraged to attend and show strong support for our District and for the DDGM.

All elected officers are especially encouraged to travel with the District Deputy Grand Master to each Lodge within the District throughout the year. Your presence demonstrates our commitment to unity, brotherly love, and the shared work of Freemasonry.

Let us come together in harmony and fellowship as we welcome our District Deputy Grand Master and reaffirm the bonds that strengthen our Craft throughout the 37th Masonic Distric.

Rochester Lodge No. 229

Major Focus--Entered Apprentice Mason Degree

Minor Focus--Individual Certifications

The scheduled work is to be used as a guide for that month’s instruction.

The work scheduled for a specific month will be adjusted accordingly so that each lodge’s specific needs can be met.

It is the responsibility of the monthly sponsoring lodge to have their lodge open by 6:30pm the night of the school.

Glasgow Lodge No. 485 - "TBD"

District Masonic Education meetings are held at St. James Lodge in Bridgewater at 7:30 P.M. on the fourth Monday of each month (except as noted).

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate. Masters, Wardens, Candidates, and newly made Master Masons are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings.

Each Lodge will be responsible for one education program according to the schedule below. Please contact the District Chairman of Masonic Education for further information or assistance. Please inform the District Chairman of your topic so it may be announced in advance at District meetings.

Avalon Lodge No.657

Major Focus--Entered Apprentice Mason Degree

Minor Focus--Individual Certifications

The scheduled work is to be used as a guide for that month’s instruction.

The work scheduled for a specific month will be adjusted accordingly so that each lodge’s specific needs can be met.

It is the responsibility of the monthly sponsoring lodge to have their lodge open by 6:30pm the night of the school.

St. James Lodge No. 457 - "TBD"

District Masonic Education meetings are held at St. James Lodge in Bridgewater at 7:30 P.M. on the fourth Monday of each month (except as noted).

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate. Masters, Wardens, Candidates, and newly made Master Masons are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings.

Each Lodge will be responsible for one education program according to the schedule below. Please contact the District Chairman of Masonic Education for further information or assistance. Please inform the District Chairman of your topic so it may be announced in advance at District meetings.

Masonic Village at Sewickley

Major Focus--Examination of a Visitor

Minor Focus--Individual Certifications

The scheduled work is to be used as a guide for that month’s instruction.

The work scheduled for a specific month will be adjusted accordingly so that each lodge’s specific needs can be met.

It is the responsibility of the monthly sponsoring lodge to have their lodge open by 6:30pm the night of the school.

Doric Lodge No. 630 - "TBD"

District Masonic Education meetings are held at St. James Lodge in Bridgewater at 7:30 P.M. on the fourth Monday of each month (except as noted).

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate. Masters, Wardens, Candidates, and newly made Master Masons are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings.

Each Lodge will be responsible for one education program according to the schedule below. Please contact the District Chairman of Masonic Education for further information or assistance. Please inform the District Chairman of your topic so it may be announced in advance at District meetings.

Coraopolis Lodge No. 674

Major Focus--Officer Certifications

Minor Focus--Master Mason Degree--Supporting Officers

The scheduled work is to be used as a guide for that month’s instruction.

The work scheduled for a specific month will be adjusted accordingly so that each lodge’s specific needs can be met.

It is the responsibility of the monthly sponsoring lodge to have their lodge open by 6:30pm the night of the school.

Chairman of Masonic Education  - "TBD"

District Masonic Education meetings are held at St. James Lodge in Bridgewater at 7:30 P.M. on the fourth Monday of each month (except as noted).

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate. Masters, Wardens, Candidates, and newly made Master Masons are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings.

Each Lodge will be responsible for one education program according to the schedule below. Please contact the District Chairman of Masonic Education for further information or assistance. Please inform the District Chairman of your topic so it may be announced in advance at District meetings.

St. James Lodge No 457

Major Focus--Officer Certification

Minor Focus--Election of Officers Long & Short Form

The scheduled work is to be used as a guide for that month’s instruction.

The work scheduled for a specific month will be adjusted accordingly so that each lodge’s specific needs can be met.

It is the responsibility of the monthly sponsoring lodge to have their lodge open by 6:30pm the night of the school.

Avalon Lodge No. 657  - "TBD"

District Masonic Education meetings are held at St. James Lodge in Bridgewater at 7:30 P.M. on the fourth Monday of each month (except as noted).

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate. Masters, Wardens, Candidates, and newly made Master Masons are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings.

Each Lodge will be responsible for one education program according to the schedule below. Please contact the District Chairman of Masonic Education for further information or assistance. Please inform the District Chairman of your topic so it may be announced in advance at District meetings.

Doric Lodge No 630

Major Focus--Installation of Officers

Minor Focus--Election of School Officers

The scheduled work is to be used as a guide for that month’s instruction.

The work scheduled for a specific month will be adjusted accordingly so that each lodge’s specific needs can be met.

It is the responsibility of the monthly sponsoring lodge to have their lodge open by 6:30pm the night of the school.

Coraopolis Lodge No. 674  - "TBD"

District Masonic Education meetings are held at St. James Lodge in Bridgewater at 7:30 P.M. on the fourth Monday of each month (except as noted).

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate. Masters, Wardens, Candidates, and newly made Master Masons are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings.

Each Lodge will be responsible for one education program according to the schedule below. Please contact the District Chairman of Masonic Education for further information or assistance. Please inform the District Chairman of your topic so it may be announced in advance at District meetings.