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HarHarHarHarHarmonia Lodgemonia Lodgemonia Lodgemonia Lodgemonia LodgeNo. 138 F. & A. M.
District 25, Zone 7, M:. W:. Grand Lodge Of Florida
124 Years of Masonry in West Palm Beach
Chartered 1894
Phone: 561-640-9115
Email:[email protected]
Website:http://harmoniamasoniclodge.com
Address:1896 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL. 33409
Volume 124, Issue #5 Published Monthly - May 2018
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTSUPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTSUPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTSUPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTSUPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS
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HarHarHarHarHarmonia Lodge No. 138 F. & Amonia Lodge No. 138 F. & Amonia Lodge No. 138 F. & Amonia Lodge No. 138 F. & Amonia Lodge No. 138 F. & A. M.. M.. M.. M.. M.
Harmonia LodgeFamily Bowling Event
Verdes Tropicana LanesSaturday, May 5th 201812:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Harmonia LodgeMother’s Day Celebration &
Ladies NightThursday, May 10th 2018
6:30 PM
189th Annual Grand CommunicationOf The Grand Lodge Of Florida
Sun. May 27th thru Wed. May 30th, 2018Rosen Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Drive
Orlando, Florida, 32819
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Lodge Of Instruction - Every Thursday Night At 6:30 pmCatechism, Degree Practice, Masonic Education & Fellowship
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Harmonia Lodge Stated Communication,Monday, May 14th, 6:15 PM - Memorial Day
Open Books, Harmonia Lodge,Saturday, May 19th & June 16th
9 AM to Noon
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Harmonia Lodge Stated CommunicationMonday, May 28th
DARK Due to Grand Lodge
Stated CommunicationMonday, June 11th at 6:15 PM
Empty Chair Degree
District 25 Legislative Meeting, Palmwood Lodge,Wednesday, May 9th at 7:30 PM
Harmonia Lodge Master Mason DegreeThursday, June 14th at 5:30 PM
Harmonia Lodge Stated CommunicationMonday, June 28, 6:15 PM
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FROM THE EAST
Brethren,
The preceding month was indeed a success and a progress not just personally for me butto all of us.
Success. It was by giving our time, effort and talent that we had a successful Table Lodgehonoring a brother and raising funds for the charity of his choice. Having said this, I wouldlike to extend my deepest gratitude to those who helped in the preparation of the event —from the planning, fellowship hall prep and the kitchen crew. I could not have done thiswithout you my Brothers. Although I am your Master but the credit is yours. Thank youalso to the brothers who came and attended and grace the occasion. I am proud to be amember of Harmonia Lodge!
Progress. Congratulations to our newly conferred Entered Apprentice Brother and to theDegree Team. To the Brothers who made their continued journey in Freemasonry byjoining the Scottish Rite, Shrine and other appended bodies may we seek the Light welonged for our betterment.
Brothers, this month and the succeeding month will be another challenge to us as onefamily. We have these lined up events and activities:
I hope to see you all Brothers. Always remember... how good and how pleasant it is forBrethren to dwell together in unity. Happy birthday to all Brothers who are celebrating theirbirthday this month of May. May you have more birthdays to come and wishing you allgood health and happiness.
Fraternally yours,Marco SevillejaWorshipful Master
- May 5 at 12nn to 4pm will be our Family Bowling Event at Verdes Tropicana. Everyone is invited to come and play. It will be a good time of fellowship;- May 10 at 6:30pm at our Lodge we will be celebrating Mother’s Day and giving tribute to our Harmonia Ladies. Everyone is invited and encourage to come;- May 14 stated meeting our brother JW Ray Rios will have a Memorial Day Presentation;- May 27-30 will be our Grand Lodge. We will have a hospitality suite from May 26-28 so we could have a great fellowship. I hope to see you there brothers.” This is also a time to meet other brothers from our state;- June 11 stated meeting will be our Empty Chair Degree and Flag day Observance;- June 14 will be a Master Mason Degree. I encourage everyone to come and be a part of the Degree Teams as we will also be raising brothers from other Lodges.
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FROM THEWEST
Brethren of Harmonia Lodge,
What a great month our Lodge enjoyed in April! Clearly the busiest month inour calendar, our Brothers were both active and engaged in many events. Comingoff a very successful Table Lodge honoring W:. Mike Hart, HPM, we enjoyed brother-hood and memorable fellowship. Everyone is pleased to see that it was well attendedand supported by the Brethren and the Officer’s group in particular. Our Lodge WMand the PM’s are to be commended for their support and guidance during the practicesand preparations of the work, and lodge instructions hours and to date. I could say, ourefforts in executing the mechanics of the work and observation of the protocol andetiquette has been exemplary-thanks again to our “elders” in the lodge. This reverencefor Freemasonry is reassuring and such efforts ensure the Lodge meeting experience isboth enjoyable and rewarding for all the Brothers.
Congratulations to our newly initiated Brother, Rolando Castanon. Let us continue tonurture him and our new Brothers (FC”s) in their journey to the Three Degrees ofFreemasonry. Kudos to Bros. Brian Price and PWM .:. Anthony Petrides and the degreeteam for an outstanding degree.
On the social side, we are blessed to have the Harmonia Lodge Family Fun Bowling,Mother’s Day and Ladies Night. This enjoyable side of Masonry should be supportedby all of us, as the social aspect of Masonry, involving our friends and family is truly whatmakes our Lodge strong. On this note, I wish to commend Bro. PWM.:. Enrico Espiritu andto all the Brothers that helped make the Table Lodge a success- you are the most importantsources, strength and support in the events of the Lodge.The Scottish Rite will be holdinganother Reunion, and some of our Brothers are joining.Harmonia Lodge will be performingthe 21st Degree for the 3rd time.Let us come out andsupport these Brothers.
We had met the incoming D.D.G.M. Mike Gambarrotti during of our Stated meeting. ThisMonth of May, we will elect the slate of candidates for the Grand Lodge Office for 2017-2018.Let us meet during the Annual Communication at Rosen Plaza Hotel, Orlando. Pleaseplan now to attend and allow sufficient time to prepare.
As spring finally starts to spring into action and brings rebirth to our Lodge, may theG.A.O.T.U.grant us renewed hope and energy and support us in all our labors.
Sincerely and Fratenally yours,Edmundo ). RodasSenior Warden
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FROM THESOUTH
Greetings Brethren,
Well, April is almost gone and soon we will be in May 2018 and its time to planGraduations and also our Kids will be coming home from College to spend the summerwith Mom and Dad. Well; Mother’s Day is now approaching around the corner and itstime to do something special for our Wife’s, Mothers, or the woman in our lives’ that makeit happen for us and never complains about anything they do for us.
Happy Birthday to all the Brother’s, friends, and families who are having a birthday in Mayof 2018, and a special Happy Birthday to our very own Brother W:. Michael Hart, H.P.M.and may all your birthday wishes come true. A big thanks go out to the Brethren, whoattended the traditional “Table Lodge” and Honoring our brother W:. Mike Hart, HPM it wasan unforgettable event of brotherly love, fellowship, and it was open to all ranks inMasonry. Thanks to the Brother’s that came out to support this magnificent Table Lodgeof our district No. 25 and a job well done in the kitchen. As always a big thanks go out toour W:. Ricky Espiritu Jr. P.M. for an outstanding meal, and the outstanding kitchen crewwho work so for this important event in Honoring our Brother W:. Michael Hart, H.P.M.My Brother’s, keep your eye on the Chalk for all future events. Congratulations to ourBrother Robert Gravelle for receiving Mason of the Month award. Brethren, lets continueto train at Harmonia Lodge No. 138 its becoming to pay-off on our Degree and floor workand it is now attracting out side Brothers that want to be part of Masonic training atHarmonia. Congratulations to our Brother and Senior Deacon Brian Price, for a job welldone as the Worshipful Master in the East in initiating two new brothers’ in the EnterApprentice Degree on April 12,2018. Let us remember our Lodge clean-up 4th week ofeach Month and I thank you all who support in advance.
In closing; May the Grand Architect of the Universe grant all the Brothers, Families, andFriends all the blessings now and forever.
Ray RiosJunior WardenMake it Happen!
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SECRETARYSEZ
“You know that being an American is more than a matter of where yourparents came from. It is a belief that all men are created free and equal
and that everyone deserves an even break.”~President Harry S Truman
Past Grand Master of Missouri A.F. & A.M.
Brethren,
This years Perpetual Program is closed. Brothers that are participating,please get your forms and fees to the Secretary by May 15th.
Please keep the Lodge informed on any changes to your contactinformation, address, phone and e-mail or you can manage this withCircumscribe by logging in and updating your contact information.
Your 2018 Dues are due by the end of June, otherwise they areconsidered late.
Brothers that have NOT paid your Dues - PLEASE PAY THEM NOW !!
Fraternally,
W:. Lou Babbit, HPM, Secretary
Senior StewardJustin Shiver
TylerEvan Sobel
Harmonia Lodge Officers 2018
MarshallRichard Gregory718-300-3656
Junior StewardLouis DiCapua561-441-8949
PLEASE HELPBrothers please keep in mindthe Relief Box at the rear ofthe Lodge Room as you exit.
It is one of and the most important of thetenants of Freemasonry, which is CHARITY,along with Faith & Hope.
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Senior DeaconBrian Price
Junior DeaconSotelo Cruz
Senior WardenEdmund Rodas561.687.4465
Junior WardenRay Rios
Worshipful MasterMarco Francisco Sevilleja
Lodge HistorianW:. David Reilly, HPM
ChaplainTanju Comert
SecretaryW:. Lou Babbit, HPM
TreasurerW:. Josh Johnson, PM
Junior Past MasterW:Ricky Espiritu, PM 2017
MASONIC RELIEF BOX CHARITY OF THE MONTH
Palm Beach CountyJunior Reserve Officers
Training CorpThe Junior Reserve Officers'Training Corps (JROTC) is afederal program sponsored by
the United States Armed Forces in high schools andalso in some middle schools across the United Statesand United States military bases across the world. Theprogram was originally created as part of the NationalDefense Act of 1916 and later expanded under the 1964ROTC Vitalization Act.
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Lodge Board Of ReliefWM Marco Sevilleja (Chairman)
SW Edmund Rodas, JW Ray Rios
Harmonia Lodge 2018 Committees
Community, Civic & Social ActivitiesJS Louis Di Capua (Chairman)
SD Brian PriceTyler Evan Sobel, SS Justin Shiver
Communications Bro. Howie Zusel (Chairman),
W:. Tony Petrides, PMSec. W:. Lou Babbit, HPM
CharitySW Edmund Rodas (Chairman)Treas. W:. Josh Johnson, PM
Sec. W:. Lou Babbit, HPM
Lodge PropertyJW Ray Rios (Chairman)
Sec. W:. Lou Babbit, HPMBro. Dave Porter
Bro. Scott McGary
Mentor’s CommitteeSW Edmund Rodas (Chairman)
JW Ray Rios, SD Brian PriceSS Justin Shiver
VigilanceJW Ray Rios (Chairman)
Marshall Richard GregoryTyler Evan Sobel
PetitionsSec. W:. Lou Babbi, HPM (Chairman)
Treas. W:. Josh Johnson, PMW:. Tony Petrides, PMW:. David Reilly, HPM
Bro. Dave Porter,SS Justin ShiverBro. Howie Zusel
Masonic EducationW:. David Reilly, HPM (Chairman)
W:. Tony Petrides, PMW:. Mike Hart, HPM
W:. Josh Johnson, PMSW Edmund Rodas
FinanceSW Edmund Rodas (Chairman)Treas. W:. Josh Johnson, PM
Sec. W:. Lou Babbit, HPMW:. Ed Griffin HPM,
W:. Tony Petrides, PMBro. Paul Alexander
Bro. H. Peter Petrosky
Master Mason AssociationSW Edmund Rodas (Chairman)
JW Ray Rios, SD Brian Price
Board of ReliefW:.M:. Marco Sevilleja (Chairman),
SW Edmund RodasSecretary W:. Lou Babbit, HPM
W:. Ricky Espiritu, PM
AwardsW:. Tony Petrides, PM (Chairman)
SD Brian Price, W:. David Reilly, HPM
InvestigationsSec. W:. Lou Babbi, HPM (Chairman)
Visitors Committee Bro. Howie Zusel (Chairman),
Brother Don GonzalezBrother T. J. Comert
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Masonic Merchandise CounterMasonic Auto Emblems, Hats,
Pins, Ties, Shirts, Knives,Bibles & More
See Brother Dave Reilly At Any Lodge Function
Fraternal Gifts, Memorobilia & Merchandise
For regular stated communications,degree, conferrals and official lodgevisitations, all Brothers are requiredto wear a suit or sport coat and tie.For regular stated communications,all Officers will wear black trousers,
black tie, with white tux coat.
An Important Message FromWorshipful Master Marco Sevilleja
Harmonia Lodge Dress Code
Please Dress Appropriately For Lodge
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Support-A-School Program
YOUR SUPPORT IS APPRECIATED
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Please Help!
No. 138 F. & A. M.
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The Harmonia Masonic LodgeSupport-A-School Program
began in 2017 with objectives to identify, develop arelationship and become a positive community partner
with schools in Palm Beach County.
MaMaMaMaMay 14th,y 14th,y 14th,y 14th,y 14th, J J J J June 11th & June 11th & June 11th & June 11th & June 11th & June 25thune 25thune 25thune 25thune 25thDINNER IS FREE!DINNER IS FREE!DINNER IS FREE!DINNER IS FREE!DINNER IS FREE!
The mission of our Support-A-School Program is tohelp Schools & Teachers in need and support one of
our most valuable resources - OUR CHILDREN!
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Please RSVP on the Event Sheet at the Lodgeor email: W:. Lou Babbit, HPM, Secretary at
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Saturday, May 5, 201812:00 PM to 4:00 PM
You & Your Family Are Cordially Invited To Attend The
Chartered 1894
Verdes Tropicana Bowling Center,2500 N Florida Mango Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Join us for a fun filled event for the entire family.Snack Bar Available.
Family Bowling Event
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Thursday, May 10, 20106:30 PM
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Please RSVP on the Event Sheet at the Lodgeor email
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Meets at Harmonia Lodge No. 138 F & A MChapter No. 24 Royal Arch Masons
Zabud Council No. 17 Royal and Select MastersPalm Beach Commandry No. 18 Knights Templar
Meets on the 1st & 3rd Mondays
Palm Beach York Rite Bodies
Harmonia Lodge Degree Status
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Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the monthCall Squire Sidney King for location
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Dinner for 2018 Stated Meetings
Please note the following2018 CHANGE OF TIMES:
Brothers,
NEW TIME:............ 6:15 pm.Welcoming of Visitors:.. 7:00 pm.Stated Meeting:............. 7:30 pm.
NOTICE OF TIME CHANGE
Thank You
W:. Bro. David J. Reilly, HPM, LibrarianMAMAMAMAMAY 2018Y 2018Y 2018Y 2018Y 2018
Check out your Harmonia Library!We have grown to over 650 Volumes and 40 DVD’s. Masonic Education
awaits you on every page of every volume. Talk about it and USE IT!
Off The Shelf Of The Harmonia Library
Lodge of Instruction at Harmonia, Thursday Nights For Catechism AssistancePlease Stop and Check Out YOUR Harmonia Library!
FYI. The list of 635 + book selections in our Library is on the HarmoniaMasonic Lodge Web Site. Please let me know what you think of thisservice to our members. The Selections are listed Alphabetically by title,followed by author, call number and subject.
Contemplative Masonry by DuringThe York Rite has donated a book, Contemplative Masonry by During. Specialthanks for the donation it has been processed and placed on the shelf. We arealways receptive of donations to the Library, monies, DVD’s, Books MasonicBiographies, Books Non-Fiction on Freemasonry, and Florida History.
Correction: Last month the Book Donation was made by Brother Albert Smith. My apology.
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Brother John Philip Sousa
Masonic MessageMasonic MessageMasonic MessageMasonic MessageMasonic MessageOf The MonthOf The MonthOf The MonthOf The MonthOf The Month
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Chartered 1894
Famous Composer, Soldier &Enshrined In The Hall of Fame for Great Americans
John Philip Sousa was an American composer and conductor of the lateRomantic era, known primarily for American military and patrioticmarches. Because of his mastery of march composition, he is known as"American March King". Among his best-known marches are "TheStars and Stripes Forever" (National March of the United States ofAmerica), "Semper Fidelis" (Official March of the United States MarineCorps), "The Liberty Bell" (used as the theme for Monty Python's FlyingCircus), "The Thunderer" and "The Washington Post".
Brother Sousa was a member of Hiram Lodge No. 10, WashingtonD.C. Knighted in Columbia Commandery No. 2, Knights Templar inWashington, DC and A.A.O.N.M.S., Almas Temple, Washington, DC,
“Dance as though no one iswatching. Love as though you’venever been hurt. Sing as though noone can hear you. Live as thoughheaven is on earth.”
...John Philip Sousa