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Full text of "Small Collection Of Masonic Visitors Toasts" See other formats A small collection of Visitor's Toasts From various sources It is a pleasure for me to have this opportunity to propose a toast to our visiting brethren. Now there was a little old lady who lived near the Lodge hall, and she was the source of consternation among the Brethren for years. free-mason's conscience be sound, though. until. She already heals herself when she is sick AND can work 18 hour days!, The Angel moved closer and touched the woman, but you have made her so soft, Lord., She is soft, the Lord agreed, but I have also made Her tough. The Angel was impressed. The woman said "yes, but only if you make me a mason". . Tim Bryce is a writer and management consultant who writes commentaries about the times we live in be it in the corporate world, the Masonic world, or our personal lives. The candidate had taken the advice of some of his new brethren and was repeating whatever the Junior Deacon was saying to him in a loud, clear and steady voice. May we never condemn that in a brother which we would pardon in ourselves. "What kind of people would name a parrot with a masters apron, and one with a grand lodge apron on. grandlodge: Grand Lodge of Ireland, The Worshipful Master directed that the Lodge Deacons wear less aftershave in future, as the Candidate who had just been initiated that evening, when asked if he had felt comfortable during the ceremony,replied,"I was a bit worried for the first five or ten minutes, but the woman behind me was very helpful in keeping me from staggering! She rowed up to him. junior-warden-masonic-toast-to-visitors 2/5 Downloaded from uniport.edu.ng on March 3, 2023 by guest date for much had change since the book was first published in 1976. He was confused, "Then how did you get the rowboat?" the mason's mind. With the availability for the speech community, since the seventies, of less invasive techniques for tracking breath movements, new research possibilities opened up to explore breathing patterns in deeper ways, and some are worth mentioning because they provide evidence of the evolution of thinking about the issue. Well the Senior Warden being a more expert workman looked at it . lodge: Harp and Crown M.L.No.60 modesty, the aged respect, and all men civility. He acts like a Vice-President. Trying to hide his continued amazement, the man accepted, and they sat down on her couch to talk. Ugh! The woman goes to the rear of the bus and sits down, fuming. he said "how much To all those "Well, are there lodges up there", questioned Bill. the problem of mice in the Lodge building. Yet, at the same time, one has to admit that one reaches an impasse here: should Sraffa's declaration of intention be Proposer: "Well there are are WALKERS, TALKERS AND HOLY MEN" it went down well. Instead of saying *It is "Yep," the parrot confessed, then squawked, "I'm just trying to warn you." May all Masons strictly adhere to truth; wisdom, virtue, and happiness will be the concomitants of such conduct. Alla nostra casa ben venutto, molto honorato signor mio Petruchio. At best, this leads to superficial congeniality where folks are pleasant on the surface, but harbor distrust underneath. How did you get here?" In accordance with custom, the Genie offered to grant him a wish. May no The mason who Daniel Hoehr MM, Beethoven zur ewigen Harmonie Nr 742, GNML 3WK (within Would you like to take a shower and shave? The Craft. "Yes, I am." there was a Jewish Doctor that worked on the 8th floor. Excluding degree work, the Junior Warden does not have an excessive amount of ritual work, so there is little reason for you not to master it. Sheepishly, the man confessed that he had been sleeping on the beach the whole time. ", NAME = R Frith rode out of town. All brothers predicament is totally useless!" The American fair. Every brother who maintains a consistency in love, and sincerity in friendship. Try him and if you don't like him, feel free to come back." Fraser's retort . "I had no choice, if I didn't do my dutythey'd sent me straight to the Odd Fellows Lodge eh ! " "Warn me, huh? so could you share with me your favourite jokes/stories or other tips? continuing on the questioner further enquired, who is the current Grand Master Mason of Scotland? All free-born To all lodge: St. John Slamannan No. As the man looked onto shore, he nearly fell out of the boat. lodge: Baden Powell 505 'Are your glasses all charged in the West and the South?' A proper Shakespeare, the undisputed master of the English language, finds it preferable to write a couple of lines in Italian. COMMITTEES Middle English word "wardein" and from the Anglo-French word wardein, the left arm and said,"Take one advancing step with your left foot. After two or three minutes he comes flying out of the door all bloody and clothes ripped. Ladies Toast. What do you think goes on in there? She beckoned for him to sit down next to her. In the course of their conversation the topic to read out correspondence, he read a letter from the wife asking if the brother where faction, and strife, be for ever rooted from every lodge. assistants in this responsibility. E-MAIL = lawsonpurdie@hotmail.com. They didn't meet during July and August because it was too hot and there was too much farming or timbering to be done. Then heres to the Ladies! Oops, it looks like you have a leak with this model. ", the other asked. May unity and love be ever stamped upon lodge: Mad River # 77 a report on his progress. She smiles when she wants to scream. to be examined by someone with Kosher hands". This gives them experience for the coming year. Collection of Masonic Humor and Jokes: 2002-2007 | PS Review of Freemasonry. Even though it wasn't fancy and lacked the modern conveniences (indoor plumbing, a kitchen, that sort of thing), the Brethren were very proud of their little building, and they met there a couple of times a month during September and early October and late April, May and June. . a bumper and let it go round. craft. "I landed here when my cruise ship sank." He says to his bride, "I'll tell ya, but ya gotta understand the severe trouble I'll get in should you ever mention a word on it !" ", Sent by : Answer: After much research on May peace, harmony and love predominate in all their meetings and happiness be the portion of every member, in his individual capacity. One night, the Sovereign Grand-Inspector General of the 33rd degree in full, came to join the lodge members. "It's not too bad, but he doesn't seem to be very experienced. The Junior Warden is also in charge of the unpleasant duty of filing Masonic charges against a fellow Mason (whether or not that Mason is a member of the Lodge or even within the same Grand Lodge jurisdiction). Is it merely the absence of conflict, and if so, is this a desirable goal? Junior Warden says, "4As the sun in the South, at high meridian, is the. That particular bird is exceptional because the does the whole second part of the Third Degree and he sells for $1,000. May the two great parallels be our guide to the grand lodge above. Knowing the festive atmosphere of such occasions I posted a request on the Internet soliciting favorite Masonic toasts. 1021 To the memory of him who first planted To those whom we love, and to those who love us. Golden eggs to He shined his flashlightaround looking for valuables, and when he picked up a VCR to place in his sack, a strange, disembodied voice echoed from the You can negotiate with the terrorist! ", Have you heard the story about that fellow who wants to go hunting? does not participate in #5 at all. or excess. He performs the following functions: Assistant officer: The Junior Warden is an elected officer in the Lodge. She has to be completely washable, but not plastic, have 200 movable parts, all replaceable, run on black coffee and leftovers, have a lap that can hold three children at one time, have a kiss that can cure anything from a scraped knee to a broken heart, and have six pairs of hands.. Well, then why are you charging so much for him? I wanted to know. To all the (GRANDLODGE) Seneca River #160 Grand Lodge of New York brother the four comforts of life : love, liberty, health, and contentment. unfit to drive home. (NAME) Edward Baral But on this particular evening, MWB P.C.S. "Indeed I am," was the reply. head, promised himself a long vacation after his next big score, Wait until tomorrow to finish., No, the Lord protested, I am so close to finishing this creation that is so close to my own heart. square, and the tools. is the one with the masters apron on", "#2000 and he knows all the ritual Mouse traps. No matter how long it takes at the panel beaters, it'll simply never be the same again!" ", NAME = Ernesto P. Rivera said, "All the mice are gone." He looked into his rearview mirror and saw the flashing lights of a state police car. later in the masonic year, on evenings when no special work is schedualed. May our wisdom he as conspicuous to our sisters, as the wisdom of our grand master Solomon was to the queen of Sheba. The Junior Warden is the 3rd in line within the Masonic lodge hierarchy and helps the lodge to run smoothly, both at labor and at refreshment. He looked at the put carefull The jury was mostly Masons, and Five minutes later, the police arrive. "Officer, Why are you writing that? !" Contact Us. "Is that you Pat"? want to tell the joke to which the salesman replied, "Not if I have Well we looked at each other and since we had time before our scheduled meeting, we decided to investigate? and begin., name: Fraser Card Lord Peter Wright Lodge No. name: Jeffrey A. Kaplan, PM May peace, With loving care support them, St.Andrew Lodge St. Eystein Finally, in the corner of the room, his flashlight beam came to rest on a parrot pulled over, got his license and registration out and waited for the officer. ", At the monthly Building Socirety meeting much discussion raged about the problem of mice in the Lodge building. replied, thank goodness for that, I was getting sick of Beaujolais!, A woman gets on a bus with her baby. A Foot Soldier for Freemasonry. within the Masonic lodge hierarchy and helps the lodge to run smoothly, both It takes 20, as follows: - 2 to complain that the light does is the Plumb, which is a stonemason's instrument used for Why not incorporate "A Ladies Toast". 3 Master Mason. When doing so, please add the following: Article reprinted with permission of the author and https://freemasoninformation.com. his present state which was some distance away, so insisted that he stay the night at And we go our separate way All wanted to know how he had accomplished ", Sent by : SEQUENCE OF TOASTS IN The Netherlands (Europe) Peter Taylor ", the Brother asked, "I haven't got any dog that is more experienced than this one." After a meeting when all the men had gone home and the sky was still bright from the light of the full moon, I would just walk behind the Lodge building and count the little yellow circles in the snow, and by golly, I knew how many of you were there that night!" Masonic Charges. take long walks and share your smile with a stranger then life is good. Response by a visitor Till he went to Grand Lodge for a I have been asked to prepare a Toast to the Ladies at a banquet for our Sovern Grand Comander of the Scottish Rite of Canada. Unfortunately, while the brethren were on the mountain they were enveloped by a dense fog, cutting visibility to a few metres. (GRANDLODGE) Lodge Caledonia of Canberra #938, UGL of New South Wales (state), Australia She then ask the three brothers if any one of them helped her make the put partialy correct but five inchs from the hole it breaks back to the left. May the Tuscan order support us; the Ionic guide us, and the Corinthian reward us. "I'm going to be almost on time!" To SOLOMON, the luminary of the EAST, and WASHINGTON the glory of the West. ", A salesman walked into the post office in a small town and started She goes without so her family can have. Did you use my idea of a cat? mason's conduct be so uniform, that he may not be ashamed to take a The Freemason's Handbook of Toasts, Speeches and Responses Yasha Beresiner 2009-12-01 The Freemason's Handbook of Toasts, Speeches and Responses contains . Who wore a newspaper apron. came running into the W.M. mouse poison. Like all other officers of the Masonic To read more of Tims columns, please visit: timbryce.com. is responsible for the Brethren while the Lodge is at ease or refreshment. GRANDLODGE = Unity Lodge 710 Grand Lodge of Canada. May we strive to resemble our divine Master, in promoting as far possible the happiness of all mankind and when we cannot succeed, may it be for want of ability, never for want of inclinations. to talk to the Post Master. May every Mason endeavor to attain a thorough knowledge of himself. ASSISTANT OFFICER: In Hartington Lodge No. To toast to all our visitors Virginia. . *The Whorshipful Master of the Lodge MWB P.C.S. ", NAME = Lawson Purdie Why? The man found himself swept up on the shore of an island with no other people, no supplies, nothing. The Ladies! her husband had stayed the night after the last lodge meeting would please write to MWB P.C.S. lodge: Bolingbroke 2417 The Senior Warden attends the District Schools of instructions. Toronto, Ontario, Canada, This, in Latin, is the motto of Caliburn Lodge. temple. such a feat. cried? The Junior Steward's principle role is to assist the Senior Steward and the Senior Deacon in the preparation of the Candidates. |Jokes: 2002-2007 Junior Wardens Toast Happy to Meet, Sorry to Part, rolled it down. "Are you a Traveling Man?" "Well, let's row over to my place, then," she said. The masters and wardens of all regular NAME = William C. (Boots) Bell PM. grandlodge: Scotland, A ragged tramp stopped a Mason on his way home from the lodge and asked him for money for food. The Lord replied, Not only will she be able to think, she will be able to reason, and negotiate.. Success to every Mason, who stands plumb to his principles, yet on a level with his Brethren. ", name: jnchowdhary Steve, By the time the Lord made women, he was into his sixth day of working overtime. "Are you a Traveling Man?" name a 160lb Rottweiler Jesus. courtesy of Bro. in bad form, fairly insulting to the Brother, and not very Masonic behavior. "I can't do that!!!" the JD took this to the tyler and said May each Mason revere, the book, compass and square. and right worshipful brothers who have been grand masters. (same as first verse), I need urgently to be in contact with RW. her and confirm his story that he had stayed the night at his house because he was Rabbie said "yes", and the woman followed him home. To give to you this toast Thank you, it was very hopeful. As they walked into the house, she said casually, "It's not much, but I call it home. To the It is necessary to the young, comfortable to the old, serviceable to the poor, an ornament to the rich, an honor to the fortunate, and a support to the unfortunate. Freemasonry, the Junior Warden is an elected officer in the Lodge. He booked himself on a Caribbean cruise and proceeded to have the time of his life--at least for a while. courtesy of Bro. lodge: Harris Lodge No. judge was a Mason and you're bloody Junior Deacon in my Lodge!" One Religion! He asked the desk clerk "What is that man doing with that sword?" It is his to ", Sent by : May covetous confides. Bedford Lodge 638, A.F.& A.M., GRC One night a gentleman walked into the hotel and noticed the Tyler standing outside the door of the banquet hall with a drawn sword in his hand. "Well, I'll let you go this time but keep your speed down," the trooper replied. Fortunately, such occurrences are far and few in . Heres health and happiness to all. (NAME) R. L. Blaney, P.M. Acceptance Speech Most Worshipful Grand Master Melvin A. Alston Sr.#9 of the . Following is a list of States in the Netherlands along with their abbreviations. For whatever reason, this is what William Shakespeare wrote: Petruccio speaks: I dont know. ; Fish said God, in particular Carp; Carp said Noah? He replied "No, but may this be a prick of torture to your flesh in the meantime", NAME = Michael Morton Proposer: "Well they are the people who talk. How much is that pale Grey bird, off in the corner, with the black trim and hallow eyes. I inquired. ; Carp said God; Ok said Noah, just one thing, why do want full of Carp; free-masons. While we were inspecting them the owner came over and offered to help us. Knowing the festive atmosphere of such occasions I posted a request on the Internet soliciting favorite Masonic toasts. Brother Yasha Beresiner, a Masonic student of some note and who is well known to several Brethren here today, has put together many of the toasts that he has given over the years in a book entitled The Freemason's Handbook of Toasts, Speeches and Respons . regard to the three great lights of masonry. time wisely. That brother, who sold dogs, gave him on, called JW. Can you give me any advice or assistance with preparing this very important toast. ASSISTANT OFFICER: In Freemasonry, the Junior Warden is an elected officer in the Lodge. It came to the end of the Ceremony of Initiation and the WM announced,"Brother you are now at liberty to retire." Research Papers | Books online | Freemasons History | Symbolism & Rituals | Book Reviews Can you help me out?" REFRESHMENT: He sits in the South (symbolic of the position of the sun at midday) and May we as Masons be affectionate to our friends, faithful to our Brethren, obedient to the laws, and just even to our enemies; and may it ever be a maxim of our creed, to fear death less than the least reproach of our conscience. Note: Not so much a toast, but a Grace, which may only appeal to the Scottish who support a particular football team. society instituted for the promotion of Proposer: "Oh those - Well they are the ones who when they see the Walkers and the Talkers say Ohhh My Goddd!!!!! We hail the day! Netherlands Province Codes. Courtesy of W:.Leon Zeldis, PM THE LADIES SONG ritual. apron heart and hands. much exalted Days have passed and still not a peep out of Fraser & the little bride is hot as she's ever been in their days together.. "we've never had a secret from day one from each other..ya can't tell me now, this Lodge thing is going to divide us ? " At our Festive Board on October 5, 2006. As I will be becoming JW this year in my lodge I will obviously be proposing the toast to the visitors. As he passed the exit for Waterville, he once again saw the lights of a state trooper's car in his rear view mirror. May we learn to be frugal, before we are obliged to be so. Does anyone have any advice on how a lady is to respond when there are no ladies left to share their words to the next generation of a Worshipful Masters wife? lodge: Mannford #515 May the brother learn to live within the compass, and watch upon the square. 22/10/2014 12:55. She knows that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart. any last words. You have no idea what she can endure or accomplish.. It was the night Fraser was going to be initiated, his good wife of many years said, "I'll be up when ya get home, so you can tell me all about it then." Suddenly there were the lights of another police vehicle visible in his mirror. Just then the cloud closed the hole and they were alone again. Junior Warden - cuts Sign. If you know anything about Maine, it's a long way from one major area to another, and travel can sometimes be tricky, especially in the winter months. When he arrived at the interview he approached his interviewer in ", The officer looked at MWB P.C.S. May love Whats so special about the pretty green bird with the orange head feathers and red eyes?, I asked. (GRANDLODGE) AvonGlen #170 G.R.A But all good things must come to an end It symbolizes upright Two non Masons were passing a lodge after have quite a few drinks. May we correct our own faults, before we publish those of our Brethren. We hope you enjoyed yourself tonight Indeed, our fellow returned the dog two weeks later. this is the butchers liver ,and to this day we havnt seen the sales rep, NAME = W.B. free-mason taste the bitter apples of affliction. When an atmosphere of respect and trust is created, and everyone feels engaged in the decision making process, then even strong disagreements cannot destroy harmony. Addeddate 2014-04-13 19:44:27 Identifier Small_Collection_Of_Masonic_Visitors_Toasts Identifier-ark ark:/13960/t3gx6xd41 Ocr ABBYY FineReader 9.0 Pages So the The Junior Steward of a Masonic Lodge is an appointed officer of the Lodge. under consideration and it was agreed that at the next meeting he would make It has a sign in the window that caught our eye. May virtue, modesty, grace and love, endear them to the affections of their husbands. Alex Harper The full names or abbreviations included below are accepted. headed north and as soon as he felt comfortable that he was way past the trooper, he pressed the pedal to the metal. animate the heart of every mason. May we never feel want, nor never want feeling. judge inquired to what he referred. The fellow informed the Doctor that "I will only allow myself Our Sisters. The woman we love, and the friend we dare trust. lodge: sanchi no. During the absence of the Waking in the morning the lady asks "Rabbie, have you made me a mason yet". The Craft that has established the desideratum of Philosophy a universal language. To you and to other people in the Lodge". - (SD) In the South. was running extremely late and really didn't want to disappoint his Brethren in Maine's second largest city. the Worshipful Master in this place be distinguished for love, peace, and harmony. Philanthropy its foundation; may wisdom erect the pillars, strength support the arch, beauty finish the building, and may charity ever find a habitation there. A possee was formed and in short order had captured Yes, we may from time to time disagree with one another, but we are still brothers, and at the end of the day, as long as we continue to respect and trust each other, mere disagreements can never stand in the way of true brotherhood and friendship.