Round Peak Masonic Lodge #616
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11/09/2023
** PAST MASTER'S NIGHT & 3RD DEGREE **
Brethren,
On Tuesday, November 14th 2023 we are having a Past Master's Night and a 3rd Degree. We will be having a delicious STEAK dinner at 6:30 PM! 3rd Degree to follow at 7:30 PM! If you plan on attending, please contact Brother Ricky Lawson at 336-618-2189 to RSVP!
Come on our to Round Peak for great fellowship, food and to help raise our new Brother! We look forward to seeing you!
11/07/2023
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Today is the 271st anniversary of George Washington's initiation or "making" as a Freemason. He was made an Entered Apprentice Mason at the age of twenty in the Lodge at Fredericksburg, Virginia, on November 4, 1752. He paid £2, 3 shillings, which would be approximately $488 today. At the Memorial, we honor him as America's foremost Freemason. Shown here is the Bible upon which Washington took his Masonic obligation, which is still maintained by Fredericksburg Lodge.
10/22/2023
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MASONRY IN A NUTSHELL
You may have heard of “the world’s oldest profession.” But the world’s oldest organized profession was stone masonry. Ancient civilizations realized you had better know what you are doing if you are going to build with stone. This gave rise to ancient stone masons’ guilds, which required mandatory education, training, and rankings. Stone masons became known for their high levels of morality and ethics in building.
A novice was entered into the craft as an apprentice. Although only an apprentice, he was still entered into, or associated with, the craft. After years of training, he could be passed to the level of a fellow of the craft, or Fellowcraft. With more years, he could become a Master Mason.
Over the centuries, men joined the craft, not necessarily to be operative stone masons, but for the education in ethics, morality, and the arts and sciences. In time, more men joined for this academic and moral education and social interaction than to be actual operative stone masons. By the late 1600’s, most were not operative masons, but what were call Speculative or Accepted Masons.
In the year 1717, Masons joined together to form the Grand Lodge of England in London. This is considered the birth of Modern Freemasonry as we know it today, although our history and traditions go back much farther.
Fast forward to 1776, and the questions on American’s lips were, “Who is going to be our new king? What will be our system of royalty and nobility? What will be our class structure? What will be our official religion? After all, every country has these things (and many still do, even today).
Masons like Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, Paul Revere, and George Washington said to the other Founding Fathers, “Many members of royalty and nobility around the world are Masons. But in our lodges, we all meet on the level, as equals. What if we have a country without royalty or nobility, where all are equal under the law? And what if we elect our leaders, as we do in our lodges, for specific times, then they return to the ranks? We Masons require a belief in God, but each man’s religious opinions are his own. What if this new country had no official religion? Masons have long advocated education for everyone. What if we have free public education?”
These things were radical ideas at the time. There had never been a country like that in the history of the world. At a time when everyone recognized and accepted class, caste, and social divisions, Masonry taught Equality (represented by the level). While many taught that one should be satisfied with his lot in life, Masonry encouraged self-improvement.
While some institutions promote differences between men, Masonry promoted Brotherly Love, Relief (charity) and Truth (honest and moral behavior towards all, represented by the square). We advocate harmony in society. We stand for the brotherhood of man under the fatherhood of God.
Masonic tools and ideals permeate our society: A “square” deal. Are you on the “level?” The police gave him the “third degree.” Our modern educational system is based upon the Masonic education system of ancient times. The Three Degrees of Masonry are Entered Apprentice (Associate of the craft), Fellow (Bachelor) of the Craft, and Master Mason. Masons use the geometric term, raised by “degrees.” What are the three college degrees? Associate, Bachelor, and Master’s Degree. Did you ever wonder why they call it a college “degree”? From Masonry! And what do they call that flat square hat you wear when you graduate? A mortar board, yet another mason’s tool. Speaking of mason’s tools, almost all presiding officers and judges use a mason’s gavel.
Now-a-days we have diplomas to prove our educational achievements. In ancient times, a mason’s apron, made of lamb or sheepskin, was his diploma. Did you ever hear of a diploma called a “sheepskin”? A mason was free to travel, hence a Freemason, or “journeyman.” He could prove membership by certain secret signs, words, and modes of recognition, universally recognized by masons around the world, and still used today. These are the “secrets” you hear about. We are not a “secret society.” We are a society with secrets. Fifteen U.S. presidents have been Masons.
Masonry takes good men and makes them better. We practice self-control, act ethically, practice charity, speak the truth, and help each other and ourselves to improve. We practice age-old ceremonies-the same ceremonies experienced by George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Clark Gable, John Wayne, and many, many, famous and historic men through the ages.
As a Mason, your reputation and conduct will reflect upon the entire fraternity. If you would like to join like-thinking men of good character to improve yourself, all you have to do is ask.
10/09/2023
2nd Degree practice tonight at 6:00 pm at Round Peak Masonic Lodge #616 . Degree will be tomorrow night. See you there, Brethren
09/27/2023
Renfro Lodge #691 is requesting attendance to WB Woods' service. The link to his obituary with details is provided below.
Tycho Wood, Sr. Obituary - Moody Funeral Services Inc - Mount Airy - 2023 View Tycho Heckard Wood, Sr.'s obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.
09/08/2023
*** RAIN PLAN FOR COOKOUT TODAY ***
When : Today (Saturday, Sept. 9th)
Where : Yadkin Lodge #162
(300 N. State Street, Yadkinville NC 27055)
Time : 4:00 PM - Until
Rain Plan : Yadkin Lodge #162 Dining Room
The 25th District Cookout Location has been changed from Old Richmond Hill Law School Park to Yadkin Lodge #162 Dining Room because of impending weather.
Dean Gordon, DDGM
09/02/2023
Our Fish Fry was a success! We had over 45 Brothers and some family members present! A HUGE and Sincere ‘THANK YOU’ to Brother Randy Brown, Brother Corey Easter and Brother Phillip Hart for getting the food and enduring the heat while cooking us this delicious meal! It was a great night of fellowship and a great night in Masonry! 🍤🎣🐟🐠
08/31/2023
Happy Birthday to Dr. Rob Morris. Poet Laureate of Freemasonry, founder of the Order of the Eastern Star and Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Kentucky. Born on this day in 1818. (August 31, 1818 - July 31, 1888)
Portrait by Travis Simpkins 33°
08/28/2023
A sculpture commemorating seven Freemasons who created a Masonic lodge while imprisoned in a N**i concentration camp.
The lodge was named Liberté chérie, which means cherished liberty. The lodge was created on November 15th, 1943, and located in Esterwegen, Lower Saxony, Germany. The seven Freemasons who created the lodge are:
Paul Hanson, Luc Somerhausen, Jean Sugg, Franz Rochat, Guy Hannecart, Amédée Miclotte, and Degueldre.
08/15/2023
Brethren...Round Peak 616 will holding a 1st Degree tonight, Tuesday August 15th. A meal will be served at 6:30 pm. The Lodge will be tiled at 7:30 pm. We look forward to seeing you there.
08/09/2023
We will be having practice for a 1st Degree on Thursday Aug 10th at 6:00 pm. We look forward to seeing you there!
08/05/2023
Tonight we held our Monthly Stated Communication. We had several Brother's who received very distinguished service awards! Congratulations to the following Brother's and their years of service to Round Peak #616....
Bobby Hauser - 50 Years
Michael Creed - 25 Years
Brian Jones - 25 Years
Louis Knueppel - 25 Years
Not present, but received service awards...
Norris G. Jarrell - 60 Years
Stephen G. Petlitz - 50 Years
Mark S. Williams - 25 Years
At 11:45 last night this was posted on Mrs Richard McMillian's fb page:
Doctor just called and Richard is already out of surgery, he will be in recovery for a bit and then transferred to ICU. He said he did great! Thank you for all the prayers, keep them coming!🙏🏻🙏🏻
07/28/2023
Renfro Lodge 691 is having a 3rd Degree this evening... meal is at 6:00, Lodge will be tyled at 7:00
07/26/2023
** Stated Communication Announcement **
~ Friday, August 4th 2023
~ Eat at 6:00 PM
~ Meet 7:00 PM
BRING A BROTHER AND COME ON OUT!
An update from Brother Richard McMillian's wife...
I haven’t updated on Richard for awhile, but since he has been in the hospital last, they have tried to up his score for transplant. He was a 19 and that’s sort of in the middle, as of Friday he is a 33.2. His coordinator has never seen a score that high so hopefully something will happen soon. This system is complicated but they know what they are doing. He is still coughing a lot, on alot of oxygen to take a bath and brushing his teeth, that kicks his butt! He is still going to rehab everyday. Keep the prayers coming and I will update if anything new comes up. He can’t wait til he gets to come home🙏🏻
07/22/2023
Keep our brother Ricky Lawson and his family in your prayers. His heart surgery went well & he will be returning home soon for his recuperation.
07/10/2023
All of the brothers at Round Peak Masonic Lodge #616 would like to extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to our own brother Denny Shelton, who presented the Lodge with a brand new trestle board at our July stated communication. Brother Shelton is well known for his craftsmanship in his woodworking.
07/01/2023
06/26/2023
Pilot Lodge 493 is having an Initiation tomorrow, June 27th. Meal will be served at 6:30, Degree at 7:30
https://493-nc.ourlodgepage.com/
06/26/2023
in 1784, Washington became an honorary member of the Masonic Lodge No. 39 in Alexandria, Virginia, at a banquet he was invited to by his friends and neighbors.
Four years later, in 1788, he agreed to be charter master of the lodge when it transferred its allegiance from the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania to the Grand Lodge of Virginia.
After Washington’s death, the lodge changed its name to Alexandria-Washington Lodge No. 22. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3rmw9ny
06/18/2023
06/18/2023
06/04/2023
The Oasis Shriners held their Bi-Annual Ceremonial Event in our hometown of Mount Airy, NC this week! We had 10 brothers from our lodge who became the newest Nobles of the Oasis Shrine Club and received their Red-Fez! In order to be a Shriner, you must be a Master Mason in good standing. The Shriners do many different ‘Noble’ things for children; however, they are mainly know for raising money and supporting the kids of the Shriners Children’s Hospital.
Congratulations to the following brothers on being initiated into the Oasis Shrine….
Josh Benfield, Kenny Benfield, Jim Bowden, Phillip Hart, Gray Hodge, Ryan Goins, Justin Cagle, Randy Brown, Nick Brown and Corey Scearce.
It was been a wonderful week for Masonry!
04/20/2023
Round Peak Masonic Lodge will be hosting a 3rd Degree TONIGHT Thursday, April 20th. Meal at 6:30 PM & Degree at 7:30 PM! Hope you can bring a Brother and attend!
04/17/2023
Brethren..Tuesday, April 18th.. Round Peak Masonic Lodge.. practice for a 3rd degree.. we look forward to seeing you there
04/01/2023
What does it take to get the ugliest Easter bunnies in the county out of bed & at the Lodge at 7:30 am?? That would be biscuits & gravy and Easter baskets to deliver to our Round Peak widows
03/25/2023
A great turn out, great fellowship, and a great breakfast makes for a great fundraiser !
03/25/2023
We’re up early cooking away for everyone to enjoy our delicious pancakes! 🥞
We’ll be serving this deliscousness until 10AM! Come on out to see us!
03/24/2023
‼️TONIGHT AND TOMORROW MORNING‼️
03/18/2023
Brethren.... Round Peak Masonic Lodge will be hosting a 2nd Degree on Tuesday, March 21st! Meal at 6:30 PM & Degree at 7:30 PM! Hope you can bring a Brother and attend!
03/15/2023
Congratulations to our 2 newest Master Masons & Round Peak members, Brandon McMillian and Austin Branch !!
(L to R) JD Richard McMillian, Brandon McMillian, Austin Branch, WM Dusty Lyons
03/13/2023
** DATE CHANGE ** DOUBLE 3RD DEGREE
Brethren...Round Peak Masonic Lodge will be raising 2 Fellow Crafts to the sublime degree of a Master Masons on Tuesday, March 14th! (**This changed from the initial date of March 9th**) A meal will be served at 6:30 PM with the Lodge being tyled at 7:30 PM! All Master Masons are invited, we hope to see you there!
03/10/2023
📣 JUST A FEW WEEKS AWAY📣
Our annual Pancake Fundraiser will be on Friday, March 24th and Saturday, March 25th! Tickets for our fundraiser are available for purchase, and you can also purchase at the door! As in tradition, you can eat in our carry out!
$10 Per Plate -- Pancakes & Sausage with a Drink, Juice, Milk or Coffee!
We look forward to seeing you....Thanks for supporting our lodge!
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03/06/2023
Brethren...tomorrow night, Tuesday March 7th we will be having a practice for a double 3rd Degree. We would love to have you participate. Practice starts at 6:00 pm & we hope to see you there.
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