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Valentine’s Day Ladies Night

August 1, 2023February 18, 2023 by tmp

On Valentine’s Day, Brothers, wives, and friends gathered together for a special dinner celebration. We cooked up a feast of surf and turf and set the table with flowers. As we enjoyed the delicious food, everyone shared stories of their past. We laughed, reminisced, and celebrated our friendships, thankful for the love and support we received from each other. It was refreshing to have a meal and nobody was consistently checking their phones, however, nobody took any photos either. Maybe next time!

The night ended with warm hugs and promises to do it again next year. As we left, we all felt grateful for the love in their lives, whether it be romantic or Brotherly. It was a Valentine’s Day to remember at Blazing Star Lodge.

Sad News To Report – Brother John T. Breth

February 16, 2023January 27, 2023 by tmp

It is my sad duty to report the passing of Brother John T. Breth Jr. Father to our Secretary W:. David Breth has put down his heavy Earthy working tools of life after 53 years as a Mason.

Our Brothers was born on January 27, 1932, and raised in C.G. Fox Lodge #0358 on November 7, 1969, (later consolidated into Ancient Landmarks #0358). He maintained his membership with Ancient Landmarks and was also affiliated with Blazing Star Lodge #0694 on April 13, 2010. He was a member of the Ismailia Shrine and was a 32nd Degree Mason in the Scottish Rite. Our Brother was Raised to the Celestial Lodge in the sky on January 27, 2023, at the age of 91. Our Brother worked the quarry for many years and leaves behind a great legacy. Thank you Brother for all of your contributions to Masonry and to the betterment of humanity. You can rest knowing your good works will live on for years to come.

Please join me in sending our thoughts and prayers to the Breth family in this difficult time.

“Well done thou good and faithful servant. Enter thou into the joy of the Lord” Amen.

Moon Lodge Observance

November 10, 2022November 10, 2022 by tmp

Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Blazing Star Lodge held its “first-ever” Moon Lodge Observance meeting. First-ever could be incorrect because of the history of Blazing Star Lodge #294.

To honor and promote New York State’s last remaining true Moon Lodge Warren Lodge #32, the Brothers of Blazing Star opened, conducted business, and closed by lantern light. This was truly a unique and powerful experience. The evening started with a pre-opening ritual-inspired exchange of Light which shows how, as Masons, we share our Light and grow stronger with each time we share. This immediately flowed into the traditional opening. W:. Paterek presented a paper on Warren Lodge #32 and how Blazing Star most likely has its roots as a Moon Lodge. All Brothers present requested that the houselights remain off for the duration of business. Modern LED lanterns made this easy.

The Brothers who attended were blown away by the experience. You had to be there to enjoy it. If you missed it do not worry because it is certain that Blazing Star Lodge will continue the Moon Lodge tradition at least yearly. All visitors requested more information on Warren Lodge’s Midnight Rider opportunity.