Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 67

On July 11th, The Farmington Freemasons and the Lonsdale American Legion donated 6 fire suppression tools to the Lonsdale Fire Department.

Pictured (from left to right) are: Brian Wermerskirchen, American Legion Commander Amy Larsen, Lonsdale Fire Chief Joe Pumper, Bernie Franke, Farmington Freemason Lodge Past Master Ross Johnson, Farmington Freemason Lodge Master Jason LaVoi.

A little bowling, a little food, a little drink and lots of fellowship!
2024

The 2024 Corinthian Lodge #67 Table Lodge is in the books. Thank you WB Jerry Z and WB James H for all of your hard work to put this together. Once again a wonderful evening of fellowship.
Thank you to all who joined us and making the evening special.
Photo credit to our Masters talented wife.

Congratulations to our own Brother Waldie who continues to give back to our community and future leaders.

On Thursday, February 15th, Sgt. Bill Harrell received his newly donated fire suppression tool from the St. John's Masonic Lodge #1, not knowing that just four days later, he would use that same device to help contain a kitchen fire in a St. Paul Park home and bring two family dogs to safety.

Check out the story in the comments below to hear more about this incredible story and the generous organization who supplied these vital tools!

On March 5 2024, Corinthian Lodge No. 67 was proud to present 5 Portable Fire Suppression Tools (FST) to the Farmington Police Department. Corinthian Lodge understands the crucial role law enforcement plays in our community's safety and Corinthian Lodge was proud to make this contribution to support the department's ongoing efforts. This donation underscores our commitment to fostering positive relationships and enhancing public safety initiatives. By partnering with the dedicated men and women of the Farmington Police Department, we aim to create a safer and more secure environment for all residents. Corinthian Lodge remains steadfast in its dedication to serving the community and supporting those who protect and serve.

On January 16th 2024, 5 new Master Mason were raised at Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 67. Represented at the degree were Brothers of Lebanon Lodge #346 and Winona Lodge #18. Congratulations Brothers!
Thanks to Farmington Job's Daughters Bethel #88 who provided dinner for all in attendance.

2024 Officers of Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 67

On Sunday December 3rd, we installed our 2024 Lodge Officers. This event, the oldest publicly held event in Farmington, was very well attend by Brothers, family and friends. Thanks to all who attended, and helped make this a great day.

On November 21st, we had a great turnout for our annual "Steak Fry" meal and elections for the upcoming year. Thank you WB Hugh for the wonderful meal and Brother Jeff for capturing the moment for posterity. Congratulations to all the newly elected and appointed Officers for 2024 and THANK YOU to the 2023 Officers for a great year!

Thank you WB David Graham for visiting and giving your wonderful lecture on "Secrecy".
Pictured are (L) WM Ross Johnson, Master Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 67 and (R) WB David Graham Wayzata Masonic Lodge #205

Photo credit Brother Jeff Ong.

For those who wish to follow WB David Graham of Wayzetta Lodge #205, here is his FB page.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090942615296

David Graham Orationist Sharing a love of literature and the spoken word.

Three of our Brothers were passed to the degree of a Fellow Craft last evening. Your journey continues Brothers, Congratulations.

Thanks to all who attended, and assisted our new Fellow Craft Brothers. It was a great degree!

A very fine meal was prepared and offered to those in attendance by our own Brother Jake.

-Photo credit to our own Brother Jeff.

On 5 September 2023 WB William Beslin was honored for his 50 years as a Freemason. In attendance were members of our lodge and WB William Beslin's family. Congratulations WB Beslin, and thank you for your service!

Congratulations to our newly admitted brothers who received their EA degree on 19 September 2023!

Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUqP-q3ONvXSJbolPhziOEDQVAvXwirwnvr2M8iYXaI5SZSw/viewform?mibextid=Zxz2cZ

Thanks to all who came out and took part in putting together 900 meal pouches which will feed 5,400 meals to children in need in South America!
Following this charitable event we enjoyed the company and fellowship of our brothers, prospective brothers and family members for a boat ride on the mighty Mississippi river.
Thank you to Brother Orsi for putting this great event together. Well done Sir!

Brothers,

Thank you to those who have responded to my previous email. THE CHARITY/BOAT TOUR WILL CONTINUE AS PLANNED ON JULY 29th!!!

I am so excited with some of the responses from some of the brothers who are attending! Some I have not seen in the Lodge for quite some time and I am so happy to build some relationships with more of our Brothers in the Lodge, their families, and friends.

Information on the two events is listed below:

Who: Anyone. Please bring your families, kids, spouses/partners, friends, whoever. This charity work is able to be done by most ages and abilities.

What: "Work Hard, Play Hard!" Summer event day (Feed My Starving Children / Paddleford Boat Tours)

When: July 29th, 2023 / Feed My Starving Children in Eagan - 9 AM to 10:45 AM. followed by Padelford Riverboats in Saint Paul - 2 PM to 4:30 PM.

Cost: $15 per person for the boat tour. This can be paid to the Lodge as we already have tickets purchased. The charity work has no cost, only your time.

Where: Feed My Starving Children - 990 Lone Oak Rd #136, Eagan, MN 55121 / Paddleford Boats - 205 Dr Justus Ohage Blvd, St Paul, MN 55107

Why: To do some charitable work as well and reward ourselves afterward with some fraternal/family time together in a scenic environment.

Continue to RSVP if you haven't already for both of the events so I can adjust upward or downward, especially for Feed My Starving Children so I can get more or give back work slots

RSVP to:
[email protected]
or
[email protected]


Lunch in between events is completey up to the group that day.

We can also continue the fellowship after the boat cruise on 7th Street in St. Paul if anyone so desires.

CHARITY IS THE CEMENT THAT BINDS OUR FRATERNITY TOGETHER, AND THE CHEERFUL AND HUMBLE PERFORMANCE OF CHARITABLE ACTS IS THE CORNERSTONE UPON WHICH WE BUILD OUR LEGACY

Fraternally,

Ross Johnson

Worshipful Master, Corinthian Lodge #67 A.F. & A.M.

Brothers,
As you may have seen in Brother Orsi's previous email, we are trying to set up a charity/recreation day where, as Masons, we can do some good work and then spend time together with each other, our families, and friends. WB Zach had done Feed My Starving Children last summer and it was very well received. A few years ago before COVID, a paddleboat tour was done which was also well received. So we thought, why not combine the two and do some good work and then have some fun together?
Originally, Brother Orsi and I had scheduled charity work with Feed My Starving Children in Eagan. For those not familiar with this charity work, it is fun and easy. It is working to prepare small meal kits for starving kids in third world countries, mainly Central America. It involves spooning rice or other food into a funnel with a bag underneath, and some packaging. Any age or physical ability can participate, which makes it very inclusive to all interested.
The recreation part is a boat tour in St. Paul with Paddleford Boats. A group rate of 25 or more persons allows a ticket to be only $15 a person.
We had scheduled this for July 29th, with charity work in Eagan going from 9:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. and then the boat tour in St. Paul from 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. with a lunch break where we could meet somewhere as an option. However, we currently only have six people who have committed to attending. Before cancelling and rescheduling, I am asking for anyone who wanted to go on July 29th, to email myself at [email protected] or reply below so I can get an accurate count. If you want to attend but have a conflict, please let me know a different date that works better for you and your family. While I cannot accommodate every brother, I am sure I can get a better idea of a date most can make happen.
Again, this event is for anyone. Families, friends, neighbors, other Masons from other Lodges, prospects, etc. I just need a better count and your response is needed if you have any input regarding July 29th or a different date.
Thank you for your attention and hopefully response to this event.
Fraternally,
Ross Johnson
Master, Corinthian Lodge #67 A.F. & A.M.

Great to see so many of our lodge Brothers and Grand Lodge Officers at our Stated Meeting last night!

Brother Christopher Fazad received his official designation as a 1st Grade Monitor at the recently concluded Minnesota Grand Lodge 171st Annual Communication.

Congratulations Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 67 on becoming the first lodge in Minnesota to become a member of the The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Associations Society of Washington Lodges.

Congratulations to Worshipful Brother Jason Lavoi on being selected the 2023 Mason of the Year for Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 67!

Congratulations to Brother Christopher Farzad on being selected the 2022 Mason of the Year for Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 67!

Thanks to all who put in many many hours of planning, organizing, and preparing for the wonderful 2023 Table Lodge.

Brothers, Family and Friends;
** Corinthian Lodge No. 67 requests your support for Special Olympics through the New Challenges Polar Plunge on April 30th.
** Please make a tax deductible donation to our team or any or all of our team members and help Corinthian Lodge No. 67 make this our best fundraising effort in our eleventh consecutive year.
https://reg.plungemn.org/team/12srgsouthregionstarsandthestonecutters
** This year’s Polar Plunge involves jumping into icy water at New Challenges, Inc., 4670 Slater Rd, Eagan, MN, Sunday April 30th at 1 PM. We invite you to come that day and cheer us on!
We and all the Special Olympics athletes you support appreciate your generosity because your Brothers are “Freezin’ for a Reason!”

Plunge MN :: Team 12.SRG South Region Stars and The Stonecutters Show your support for team 12.SRG South Region Stars and The Stonecutters & the Polar Plunge by making a donation on their fundraising profile!

Congratulations to one of our lodge brothers, Brother Christopher Farzad, on completing your journey to Monitor. Well done Chris, we are proud of you!

Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 67 2023 Officer Line