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Do you want to be a part of an organisation that brings people from all walks of life together to benefit the community?
Are you interested in a 300-year-old mystery that is steeped in history?
Do you want to be a part of an organisation that brings people from all walks of life together to benefit the community?
Are you interested in a 300-year-old mystery that is steeped in history?
We have an open evening where you can meet new and experienced Freemasons.
Book your place at this live event in Bletchley and enjoy an evening of conversation and discovery.
Tuesday, January 30th, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. at Bletchley Masonic Centre, MK2 2BZ.
This is a ticket-only event, so please book your places here:
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2023 has been the busiest year ever in Buckinghamshire with so many new members joining us. In the 12 days of Christmas (12DX) event alone we have welcomed another 60 new members to enjoy the theatrical nature of our ceremonial, social activities, and of course the lifelong friendships that follow.
Now is the time to rest and spend time with your families.
This Christmas will be the second since the passing of my lovely mum. Christmas for our children has always been at Nan's house in Burnham and everything always stopped for the Queen's speech.
Things are very different now and we are learning to accept and embrace the change while still maintaining the wonderful spirit of Christmas as Mum would have wished.
Sarah and I are fortunate to be with our family during the festive period. We will be thinking of you all and although it’s natural for freemasons to look after others, I once again ask you to keep a watchful eye on those living alone or recently bereaved at this time. Please give them a call, invite them over, or just tap on the door, have a chat, or drop a card in the letterbox. Please make sure they are not lonely over this festive period and let the Provincial Almoner know via your lodge Almoner if anyone needs our help.
You and your families are the true spirit of Freemasonry in Buckinghamshire, and I am very proud of the great things you do.
Buckinghamshire's festive initiation project comes to an end, and what a journey!
60 people became Freemasons in Buckinghamshire during 12DX, with six more set to join in January 2024.
60 people became Freemasons in Buckinghamshire during 12DX, with six more set to join in January 2024.
Buckinghamshire, as a whole, had an incredible few weeks. "Well, that was probably the greatest experience in my time as a Freemason!" exclaimed John Clark, the head of Freemasonry in Buckinghamshire, during the wrap party yesterday evening. "This evening, guys, it's a free bar, and the drinks are on me!"
Thank you especially to our organisers, Bros. Lloyd, Dan, and Mark. They worked tirelessly to ensure that our freshly minted brothers enjoyed an unforgettable evening with each of their individual lodges.
They are all now placing their cases in the cupboard for the remainder of 2023 and taking a well-earned winter break!
If you would like to talk to one of our team members about becoming a Freemason in 2024, just follow this link and fill out the short form: https://buckspgl.org/join
May this Christmas be filled with peace, and may the new year bring you happiness.Warm regards from the Freemasons in Buckinghamshire.
Buckinghamshire's festive initiative to welcome new members into Freemasonry continued in earnest this week.
At Hall Barn Lodge in Marlow, the head of the lodge delivered a first-class ceremony of initiation for Bro. Octavian.
Bro. Michael received a warm welcome at Chenies Lodge in the beautiful setting of the lodge room at Beaconsfield. It is a stunning location to see, with its vaulted ceiling, spiral staircase at the entrance, and second level, which is decorated with banners and houses the ancient standard for the Hallstone Province of Buckinghamshire.
On the same evening, in Aylesbury, Pegasus Lodge delivered the gift of Freemasonry to their newly made brother in style. Bro. Richard said afterwards how appreciative he was of everyone's efforts to make his day so special.
At Hall Barn Lodge in Marlow, the head of the lodge delivered a first-class ceremony of initiation for Bro. Octavian.
Bro. Michael received a warm welcome at Chenies Lodge in the beautiful setting of the lodge room at Beaconsfield. It is a stunning location to see, with its vaulted ceiling, spiral staircase at the entrance, and second level, which is decorated with banners and houses the ancient standard for the Hallstone Province of Buckinghamshire.
On the same evening, in Aylesbury, Pegasus Lodge delivered the gift of Freemasonry to their newly made brother in style. Bro. Richard said afterwards how appreciative he was of everyone's efforts to make his day so special.
Meanwhile, after performing a double-raising ceremony in the early hours, Slough Daylight Lodge initiated Bro. Malcolm. Bro. Gerrit, a fellow South African, finished the meeting by presenting Bro. Malcolm with his provincial welcome pack. Both ceremonies were so beautifully done that the whole meeting was able to be finished in under three hours without hurrying through the ceremonies. One observer remarked that it was some of the best ceremonial work he had ever seen and that it was amazing to see younger Masons carrying out parts of the ceremony that were previously reserved for more senior members.
The candidates and everyone in attendance enjoyed a memorable morning that they will remember for many years.
If you would like to talk to one of our team members about becoming a Freemason, just follow this link and fill out the short form: https://buckspgl.org/join
Today marks the 60th Anniversary of our Grand Master becoming a Freemason.
The Duke of Kent was born in 1935, and educated at Eton and Le Rosey, Switzerland.
Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Kent were first cousins through their fathers, King George VI, and Prince George, Duke of Kent. His father, who was Grand Master from 1939 until 1942, was the fourth son of King George V. His mother Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark was also a first cousin of the Queen's husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, making him both a second cousin and first cousin once removed to King Charles III. He is currently 40th in the line of succession to the throne.
The Duke of Kent was born in 1935, and educated at Eton and Le Rosey, Switzerland.
Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Kent were first cousins through their fathers, King George VI, and Prince George, Duke of Kent. His father, who was Grand Master from 1939 until 1942, was the fourth son of King George V. His mother Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark was also a first cousin of the Queen's husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, making him both a second cousin and first cousin once removed to King Charles III. He is currently 40th in the line of succession to the throne.
The Duke of Kent was initiated as a Freemason in Royal Alpha Lodge No. 16 in London on 16 December 1963. He completed his Second Degree on 30 January 1964 and his Third Degree on 5 June that same year, and served as Master of the Lodge in 1965.
His Royal Highness was appointed Senior Grand Warden by the United Grand Lodge of England in 1966 and was promoted to Grand Master in 1967 during UGLE's 250th anniversary celebrations at the Royal Albert Hall. He has been re-elected every year since and is now UGLE's longest serving Grand Master.
As the Grand Master is a member of the Royal Family, he may appoint a Pro Grand Master to be his principal adviser and to act for him on occasions when, due to Royal engagements, he is unable to be present.
Since starting the 12DX initiative, Buckinghamshire has now welcomed in 52 new Freemasons.
So far this week, eleven initiations have taken place at nine separate meetings in seven different meeting centres.
Bro. Martin joined Herschel Lodge in Slough.
Bro. Carl joined Saint Peter and Saint Pauls' Lodge in Newport Pagnell.
Bros. Sohail and Nilesh joined Cliveden Lodge in Beaconsfield.
Bro. Paul joined Fairway Lodge in Aylesbury.
Bro. Edmund joined Marlow Lodge in Marlow old town.
Bro. Tony joined Observatory Lodge in Slough.
Bro. Ivan joined Burke Lodge and Bro. Javed joined Temple Manor Lodge. These were separate meetings at Marlow Centre, with a shared festive board afterwards.
Bro. Amro joined Claydon Lodge in Winslow and enjoyed a rendition of the Entered Apprentices song by a choir of Freemasons in Santa hats!
Plus, Bro Ken completed his North East Corner Club passport challenge to visit every meeting centre within one year, earning him the privilege of a gold lapel pin and promotion to Light Blue Ambassador. He had his final signature from the Tyler of Fairway Lodge, who, exactly 5 years ago to the day, was the very first person to complete the challenge!
So far this week, eleven initiations have taken place at nine separate meetings in seven different meeting centres.
Bro. Martin joined Herschel Lodge in Slough.
Bro. Carl joined Saint Peter and Saint Pauls' Lodge in Newport Pagnell.
Bros. Sohail and Nilesh joined Cliveden Lodge in Beaconsfield.
Bro. Paul joined Fairway Lodge in Aylesbury.
Bro. Edmund joined Marlow Lodge in Marlow old town.
Bro. Tony joined Observatory Lodge in Slough.
Bro. Ivan joined Burke Lodge and Bro. Javed joined Temple Manor Lodge. These were separate meetings at Marlow Centre, with a shared festive board afterwards.
Bro. Amro joined Claydon Lodge in Winslow and enjoyed a rendition of the Entered Apprentices song by a choir of Freemasons in Santa hats!
Plus, Bro Ken completed his North East Corner Club passport challenge to visit every meeting centre within one year, earning him the privilege of a gold lapel pin and promotion to Light Blue Ambassador. He had his final signature from the Tyler of Fairway Lodge, who, exactly 5 years ago to the day, was the very first person to complete the challenge!
12DX is Buckinghamshire's festive drive to welcome 60 new members to Freemasonry. We have raised our membership levels for the previous four years in a row, and we are running far above the national average. This year, we are on track to reach our highest growth in over ten years, thanks in large part to the committed people in the Buckinghamshire Freemasons who devote their time and effort to attracting more good people to join us.
If you would like to talk to one of our team members about becoming a Freemason, just follow this link and fill out the short form: https://buckspgl.org/joinWe would love you to join us!
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Join us today.
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Freemasons travelled from all around the country last night to watch one of the highlights of 12DX, the Head of the Chalfont St. Peter Lodge initiating his younger brother. He delivered the ceremony flawlessly, and, like any elder brother, he left a large pair of boots for his younger sibling to fill later.
Bro. Sunny, the initiate, was treated to a meeting unlike any other; from start to end, it was dramatic and emotional, thanks to the Project Transform lighting, the incredible music, and the lodge room itself with a vaulted ceiling.
The ceremony included members of the Lodge, members of the Province, and the Head of Freemasonry in Buckinghamshire himself, as well as a lively and comedic festive board. It was a night that we'll remember for a long time.
Bro. Sunny, the initiate, was treated to a meeting unlike any other; from start to end, it was dramatic and emotional, thanks to the Project Transform lighting, the incredible music, and the lodge room itself with a vaulted ceiling.
The ceremony included members of the Lodge, members of the Province, and the Head of Freemasonry in Buckinghamshire himself, as well as a lively and comedic festive board. It was a night that we'll remember for a long time.
With only 16 meetings left and 19 new Freemasons to be initiated, there will be plenty of chance for Bro. Sunny to see the initiation ceremony from a different perspective. What a great time to be a Freemason in the Hallstone Province of Buckinghamshire!
You could join the Freemasons in early 2024 by clicking on this link: https://buckspgl.org/joinAfter you have filled out the short form, one of our team members will contact you about becoming a Freemason.
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The initiations in our highly successful 12DX Winter campaign continue in style.
On 'Super Saturday', at Wolverton Masonic Centre, we saw Wolverton Trinity Lodge play host to visitors from Milton Keynes Lodge, who helped perform the ceremony of initiation for their candidate. It is a tremendous way for lodges to not only visit one another but also to collaborate for the betterment of Freemasonry. The candidate, Bro. Adrian, enjoyed a first-class ceremony and a lively seasonal Festive Board afterwards.
On 'Super Saturday', at Wolverton Masonic Centre, we saw Wolverton Trinity Lodge play host to visitors from Milton Keynes Lodge, who helped perform the ceremony of initiation for their candidate. It is a tremendous way for lodges to not only visit one another but also to collaborate for the betterment of Freemasonry. The candidate, Bro. Adrian, enjoyed a first-class ceremony and a lively seasonal Festive Board afterwards.
Elsewhere in the Hallstone Province, we saw our great friends from , and the Widows Sons from Oxon and Berkshire take a ride out to the Buckinghamshire Motorcycle Lodge. They enjoyed a first-class pair of initiation ceremonies for biker Bros. Antonio and Theo.
Wraysbury Lodge in Slough welcomed Bro. Larry in front of the magnificent square and compasses in the temple.
Finally, Bro. Alex was initiated into Frederick Lawson Lodge in Beaconsfield to packed room.
With 16 meetings left and 40 new Freemasons initiated so far, there will be plenty of chance for our new brothers to see the initiation ceremony from a different perspective. What a glorious time to be a Buckinghamshire Freemason!
If you would like to talk to one of our team members about becoming a Freemason, just follow this link and fill out the short form: https://buckspgl.org/join
In just one week, thirteen initiations took place at nine separate meetings at eight different centres.
Bro. Daniel joined Buckingham Lodge in Aylesbury.
Bro. Shane joined Bourne End Lodge in Marlow.
Bros. Robbie and Matthew both joined Denham Lodge in Denham.
Bros. Lakhbir, Aran, and Ferdous joined Beaconsfield Lodge in Slough.
Bro. Robert joined Great Ouse Valley Lodge in Newport Pagnell.
Bro. Stephen joined Haddenham Lodge in Thame.
Bro. Anwar joined Vale Lodge in Aylesbury.
Bro. Mark joined the Lodge of St. Barnabas in Linslade.
Bro. Aled joined Watling Street Lodge in Stony Stratford.
Bro. Daniel joined Buckingham Lodge in Aylesbury.
Bro. Shane joined Bourne End Lodge in Marlow.
Bros. Robbie and Matthew both joined Denham Lodge in Denham.
Bros. Lakhbir, Aran, and Ferdous joined Beaconsfield Lodge in Slough.
Bro. Robert joined Great Ouse Valley Lodge in Newport Pagnell.
Bro. Stephen joined Haddenham Lodge in Thame.
Bro. Anwar joined Vale Lodge in Aylesbury.
Bro. Mark joined the Lodge of St. Barnabas in Linslade.
Bro. Aled joined Watling Street Lodge in Stony Stratford.
Plus, Bros. Dan and Ken took their second step in Freemasonry. Members of their lodge, De Bohun No. 8175, presented the brothers with the gift of Fellowcraft Freemasonry and showered them with festive hats. What a night they had!
12DX is Buckinghamshire's festive drive to welcome 60 new members to Freemasonry. We have raised our membership levels for the previous four years in a row, and we are running far above the national average. This year, we are on track to reach our highest growth in over ten years, thanks in large part to the committed people in the Buckinghamshire Freemasons who devote their time and effort to attracting more good people to join us.
If you would like to talk to one of our team members about becoming a Freemason, just follow this link and fill out the short form: https://buckspgl.org/join
21 Buckinghamshire people have already reached new heights in their personal development journeys thanks to our 12DX programme. Next year it could be you!
In Stony Stratford, Bros. Graham and Nevil were welcomed to Roman Way Lodge. Several new lodge members were thrilled to be a part of this ceremony since they had recently been initiated into Freemasonry. One said, "Seeing this ceremony for the first time since I was initiated was fascinating. I can still remember my day, and I hope that my new brothers carry that experience forward, as have I."
In more 12DX news, Bro. Sandeep joined Freemasonry with Seer Green Lodge at the Buckinghamshire Freemasonry headquarters in Beaconsfield.
With fourteen meetings scheduled, this will be a great week as we welcome eighteen more people into Freemasonry. This might be you next year.
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There have been a total of 18 new Freemasons created in Buckinghamshire through our 12DX initiative.
Brother Anton of Thames Mariner Lodge in Marlow, Brother Roberto of Brentham Lodge in Beaconsfield, Brother John of the Buckinghamshire Emergency Services Lodge in Winslow, Brothers Adam and Jonathan of Concordia Lodge in Aylesbury, and Brother Jack, of the Lilly Lodge of Richmond Lodge (the Bucks Cricket Lodge) in Beaconsfield were all recipients of the Gift of Freemasonry this week.
Brother Anton of Thames Mariner Lodge in Marlow, Brother Roberto of Brentham Lodge in Beaconsfield, Brother John of the Buckinghamshire Emergency Services Lodge in Winslow, Brothers Adam and Jonathan of Concordia Lodge in Aylesbury, and Brother Jack, of the Lilly Lodge of Richmond Lodge (the Bucks Cricket Lodge) in Beaconsfield were all recipients of the Gift of Freemasonry this week.
The new initiates began their incredible journey as Freemasons through their unique Initiation ceremonies and the masonic humour that was presented to them in the form of cricket stumps, firing glasses, hats, uniforms and masonic carrots... ☃️
They will undoubtedly be looking forward to the many ways in which they may learn about our history, our mysteries, and the numerous ways in which we help our community.
In the remaining 35 lodges, there are 44 more Freemasons to initiate before the season comes to a close. This means that there are many more magical moments waiting for us.
If you would like to talk to one of our team members about becoming a Freemason, just follow this link and fill out the short form: https://buckspgl.org/join
This week, heads of lodges delivered the Gift of Freemasonry to Bro. Frankie at Chenies Lodge in Beaconsfield, Bro. Mark at Wycombe Lodge in Marlow, Bros. Umar and Naj at Secklow Hundred Lodge in Stony Stratford, and Bros. Des and Yogeswaran at Ferdinand De Rothschild Lodge in Aylesbury.
It was great to see Buckinghamshire see a third Lewis made in as many days when, in a moving ceremony, Bro. Jim at Thames Mariner Lodge initiated his son.
We have many more magic moments ahead of us, as there are 50 more Freemasons to initiate in 39 lodges before the season ends.
If you would like to talk to one of our team members about becoming a Freemason, just follow this link and fill out the short form: https://buckspgl.org/join
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