Lodge Whifflet St. John 963
"Supporting local charities and good causes within the community"
Past Lodge Meetings
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Billy McPheat who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. A warm and hearty welcome was conveyed from the Brethren of 963 to the visiting Brethren. This evening was a special night as it was our new RWM first meeting since being installed, we are sure he thoroughly enjoyed the occasion.
An exemplification of the FC degree was conferred by Office Bearers and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren. A warm vote of thanks to the degree team was conveyed by visiting RWM John Gray from Lodge New Monkland Montrose 88, with Bro John Hume from Lodge St John 540 saying few words representing the visitors from out with Lanarkshire Middle Ward, a suitable reply was received from Bro. John Hunter 963.
A massive thank you to all the visitors from many lodges both from within and out with the Province, over 40 Brethren signed the attendance book, your support is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to many more enjoyable nights.
It was very pleasing to have Bro Billy MacFadyen PM back in the lodge after his recent illness, it certainly brought a smile and a few tears, welcome back Bro. Billy. Likewise, it was good to see our WSW Bro Andy Chalmers PM back after his stint in hospital, we wish both Brethren well in their recovery.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him in the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Ceremony of Installation
Saturday 18 Dec 2021
The Ceremony of Installation of the RWM elect Bro. Billy McPheat and his Office Bearers took place in the Masonic Temple, Wood Street, Coatbridge.
The lodge was opened in due and ancient form by Right Worshipful Master Bro James Durning Snr who welcomed into the Lodge all Brethren and visitors.
The Director of Ceremonies presented Bro. Laird McDonald Right Worshipful Substitute Provincial Grand Master who was accompanied on this occasion by Immediate Past Provincial Grand Master Bro. Bill Perry and Past Provincial Grand Senior Warden Bro Robert Stanfield from the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward.
Thereafter the Director of Ceremonies presented the Right Worshipful Installing Masters for the day’s ceremonial. The Installation Ceremony was conducted in a most eloquent and impressive manner by the Right Worshipful Installing Masters Bro Pringle Johnstone PM 963 and Bro George WM McPheat PM 963.
The Right Worshipful Master Bro. Billy McPheat would wish to take this opportunity to thank his Installing Masters for an excellent ceremony. The RWM would also wish to thank the brethren of Whifflet St John 963 for affording him this high and prestigious position and he hopes that those Brethren present enjoyed the occasion as much as he did. The RWM passes on his congratulations to the newly installed office bearers and wishes them well in the coming year.
Finally the RWM would wish to thank all the visitors who took time away from their families and busy schedules to attend the installation; your presence was greatly appreciated.
Following the Installation Ceremony the RWM, Installing Masters along with Provincial Deputation joined the Brethren for the Installation Dinner and harmony. A truly wonderful day was had by all in attendance.
26 October 2021
The RWM opened the Lodge in due and ancient form,
welcomed the brethren and thanked them for their continued support.
Although tonight’s regular meeting was a 963 business meeting, it was a great pleasure to welcome back to the Lodge, Bro Jim Green who has been working and living away from the area for number of years. During his time away Jim joined other Lodges in the local area, subsequently he was the RWM of Lodge Fort William and Lodge Mallaig. The RWM welcomed Bro Green back into the area and in particular back into his Mother Lodge.
A short business meeting was conducted by the RWM, Worthy Secretary and Worthy Treasurer, the main take away being future lodge meetings will be reduced to one meeting per month, taking place on the 4th Tuesday.
The RWM closed the lodge in due and ancient form, thereafter we retired to the lounge for some refreshments and Pizza.
Thank you to all the brethren for their attendance and to the 544 bar steward for hosting us.
It
was great to get back to Masonic business and meet with fellow brethren in
person after such a long break away from the lodge. Even the current COVID
restrictions couldn't dampen our spirits.
The RWM opened the Lodge in due and ancient form, welcomed the brethren and
thanked them for their continued support.
Although tonights regular meeting was a 963 business meeting, it was a great
pleasure to welcome Worthy Bro Laird McDonald - Substitute Provincial Grand
Master, Lanarkshire Middle Ward into the lodge.
A short business meeting was conducted by the RWM, Worthy Secretary and Worthy
Treasurer, with the main take away being future lodge meetings will be reduced
to one meeting per month, taking place on the 4th Tuesday.
The RWM closed the lodge in due and ancient form, thereafter we retired to the
lounge for some refreshments and sandwiches.
Thank you to all the brethren for their attendance and to the 544 bar steward
for hosting us.
10 March 2020
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Jim Durning who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along to visit us.
A deputation from the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward was presented to RWM Bro. Jim Durning who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge. The deputation was headed by SPGM Alex Kelly, along with Provincial Officers. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome.
An exemplification of the FC degree was conferred on Bro Gordon Johnstone PM 963 by the degree team which was led by our Worthy Treasurer Bro John Hunter and Lodge Office Bearers, the degree was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren. On this occasion the continuous improvement of the lodge to continue to develop was particularly pleasing to hear from the statistical report. Small steps but in a forward direction for this historical lodge. I was proud of the efforts of the few and we continue to grow stronger, showing quality can be better than quantity.
This being the annual visitation a warm and favourable vote of thanks was conveyed to the degree team by Bro. Gordon Mather PGC and suitable reply was received form Bro John Clydesdale PM 963.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 14 Jan 2020
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Jim Durning who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along to visit us.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, St Andrew 544 was presented to RWM Bro. Jim Durning who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge. The deputation was headed by RWM Bro. William McGuire and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the EA degree. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome. An excellent EA degree was conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren.
A warm vote of thanks was conveyed to the degree team by Bro. John Clydesdale PM 963 and suitable reply was received form Bro Joe Watson PM 544.
The evenings work culminated with a well-deserved presentation of honorary membership of Lodge Whifflet St John 963 for Bro William McRobbie (Billy) and Iain McPhedran both Past Masters of Lodge St Andrew 544.
To PM William McRobbie (Billy) for all his work around his own lodge building
maintaining the building for our pleasure but also for work he carries out on
areas used solely by our lodge as well as repairing some of our lodge furniture,
it is a welcome support.
To PM Iain McPhedran for his support standing in at short notice to our
installation as RWIM after the passing of our own planned RWIM Hugh Glen sadly
passed away.
Both Past Masters graciously accepted this honour on behalf of all of St Andrew
544 and thanked the Brethren of Whifflet St John 963.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Ceremony of Installation
Saturday 21 Dec 2019
The Ceremony of Installation of the RWM elect Bro. James Durning Snr and his Office Bearers took place in the Masonic Temple, Wood Street, Coatbridge.
The lodge was opened in due and ancient form by Right Worshipful Master Bro James Durning Snr who welcomed into the Lodge all Brethren and visitors.
The Director of Ceremonies presented Bro. Angus Ross Right Worshipful Substitute Provincial Grand Master who was accompanied on this occasion by 12 Distinguished Officers from the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward.
Thereafter the Director of Ceremonies presented the Right Worshipful Installing Masters for the days ceremonial. The Installation Ceremony was conducted in a most eloquent and impressive manner by the Right Worshipful Installing Masters Bro John Clydesdale PM 963 and Bro Ian McPhedran PM 544.
The Right Worshipful Master Bro. James Durning Snr would wish to take this opportunity to thank his Installing Masters for an excellent ceremony. The RWM would also wish to thank the Brethren of Whifflet St John 963 for affording him this honour for the second time; he hopes that those Brethren present enjoyed the occasion as much as he did.
Finally the RWM would wish to thank all the visitors who took time away from their families and busy schedules to attend the installation; your presence was greatly appreciated.
Following the Installation Ceremony the RWM, Installing Masters along with Provincial Deputation joined the Brethren for the Installation Dinner and harmony. A truly wonderful day was had by all in attendance.
Tuesday 22 Oct 2019
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Jim Durning who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along and visit us.
A special thank you was afforded to our visitors from afar such as Bro Graham Letford PM and his guests who had travelled from up North. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the visitors with a hearty 963 welcome.
The lodge business was quickly concluded and the Lodge was closed in due and ancient form. The RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge where Bro Letford PM 225 would present a lecture on a now infamous Dundee mason and World Champion boxer Bro. Jack Johnson. This was a truly inspiring insight into masonry and boxing over 100 years ago and the trials and tribulations faced during that period, a wonderful account was eloquently portrayed by Bro Letford and thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren.
A sincere vote of thanks was conveyed to Bro Letford on behalf of those in attendance by Bro Billy MacFadyen PM 963 and everyone showed their appreciation for the lecture.
The Lodge would wish to thank RWM Bro Jim Durning on his concerted efforts in arranging such a historic event and hopefully similar events will continue in the future. As always it was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 24 Sep 2019
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Jim Durning who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking the time to come along to visit us.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, New Monkland Montrose 88 was presented to RWM Bro. Jim Durning who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by SM Bro. Ian Keltie and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the EA degree. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome.
An excellent EA degree was conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed to the degree team by Bro. Charlie Ringrose PM 1314 and suitable reply was received form Bro Kenny Dalziel PM 88.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 28 May 2019
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Jim Durning who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along and visit us.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, Woodhall St Johns 305 was presented to RWM Bro. Jim Durning who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Gordon Airns and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the EA degree. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome. An excellent EA degree was conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren.
It was good to see we had many visitors who enjoyed the degree work, not least Bro. Bert Weatherburn SM from Lodge Dalhousie Bonnyrigg 720, it was great to see so many and we hope this continues after the recess.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 14 May 2019
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Jim Durning who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along and visit us.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, Newlands 949 was presented to RWM Bro. Jim Durning who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Alan Smith and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the FC degree. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome. An excellent FC degree was conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren.
It was also a great pleasure and honour for our RWM Bro. Jim Durning to confer honorary membership of Lodge Whifflet St John 963 to RWM Bro. Alan Smith Lodge Newlands 949 to which he gladly accepted.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 09 April 2019
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Jim Durning who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along and visit us.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, Caldercruix St John 1314 was presented to RWM Bro. Jim Durning who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Kenny Robertson and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the FC degree. The deputation was further enhanced with many visitors from the local area as well as RWM Bro. Robert Fraser of the Operative Lodge of Airdrie 203.
The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome, thereafter an excellent FC degree was then conferred by the 1314 degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren.
The evenings work culminated with a well deserved presentation of honorary membership for Bro Charlie Ringrose PM of Caldercruix St John 1314. Charlie has been a great supporter of 963 since he became a Freemason and has supported many of our functions over the years, usually taking a large number of tickets for our Lodge events. PM Ringrose thanked the RWM and Brethren for bestowing him with such an honour and vowed to forward the interests of 963 to the best of his ability.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 12 Feb 2019
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Jim Durning who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along and visit us.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, Old Monkland St James 177 was presented to RWM Bro. Jim Durning who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Ian Grant and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the FC degree. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome. An excellent FC degree was then conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 08 Jan 2019
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Jim Durning who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along so soon after the festive period.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, St Andrew Coatbridge 544 was presented to RWM Bro. Jim Durning who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Wullie Meechan and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the EA degree. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome.
An excellent EA degree was conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by Bro. Davie Stewart 668 and a suitable reply was received from PM Bro. Joe Watson 544.
It was with great delight that honorary membership of Lodge Whifflet St John 963 was conferred on PM Ronnie Canning 544.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Ceremony of Installation
Saturday 15 Dec 2018
The Ceremony of Installation of the RWM Elect Bro. Jim Durning and his Office Bearers took place in the Masonic Temple, Wood Street, Coatbridge.
The Installation Ceremonial was ably conducted by Bro. John Clydesdale and Bro. Hugh Glenn, as usual the ceremonial was conducted in the most eloquent and impressive manner. The newly installed RWM Bro. Jim Durning would wish to convey his sincere thanks to his installing masters for such a memorable ceremony.
The Installation Ceremony was conducted in a most eloquent and impressive manner by the Worthy Installing Masters. It was also with great delight to receive DPGM Bro. Andrew Miller who headed a Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge and was also accompanied on this occasion by Bro. Bill Perry RWPGM and members of PGL.
Bro. Andrew conveyed his best wishes along with those of the Provincial Grand Master to all at Whifflet St John and commended them on a rewarding past 12 months. Best wishes were passed to the newly installed RWM and Office bearers and we hope the next 12 months proves to be as fruitful.
Following the ceremonial we were treated to an excellent meal and refreshments and a thoroughly enjoyable harmony, after the formal toasts we were entertained by various artistes who again added a bit of flavour to the occasion.
The Lodge would wish to convey the best wishes of the Past Masters, Officers and Brethren to our new RWM Bro Durning and wish him every success for the coming year.
Tuesday 13 Nov 2018
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the acting
RWM Bro. Hugh Glen who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple.
An excellent FC degree was conferred by Lodge Past Masters and Office Bearers and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren, another massive step along the road for Whifflet St John 963.
A warm vote of thanks to the degree team was conveyed by visiting RWM Kenny Mason and a suitable reply was received from Bro. George McPheat PM 963.
A massive thank you to all the visitors from many lodges, 88, 199, 544, 1067, 1314, 1461, your support is greatly appreciated on this journey for 963 and if it continues we may need to return upstairs to main hall.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the acting RWM invited all to accompany him in the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Bill McGillvray who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple.
A fine deputation from our sister Lodge, New Monkland Montrose 88 was presented to RWM Bro. Bill McGillvray who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Iain Keltie and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the MMM degree on Brother John Hunter. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome.
An excellent MMM degree was conferred by Bro David Morrison PM and his degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by RWM 1413 and a suitable reply was received from Bro. David Morrison PM 88.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
10 Jan 2017
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Bill McGillvray who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, St Andrew 544 Coatbridge was presented to RWM Bro. Bill McGillvray who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Sandy Lenaghan and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the EA degree and on this occasion were 963 official first footers. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome.
An excellent EA degree was conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by Bro. Donnie MacLeod 1067 and a suitable reply was received from Bro. Wullie McGuire PM 544.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
09 Feb 2016
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Gordon Johnstone who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along on such a wet night.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, Robert Burns 440 was presented to RWM Bro. Gordon Johnstone who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. David Aitchison and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the MMM degree. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome.
An excellent EA degree was conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren, with the Mark degree always being a bit special, I am sure the candidates also enjoyed the experience. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by Bro. Pringle Johnstone PM and to which a suitable reply was received.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 26 Jan 2016
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Gordon Johnstone who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple. The RWM thanked 963 members for their continued support and to our visitors for taking time to come along on such a wet night.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, Old Monkland St James 177 was presented to RWM Bro. Gordon Johnstone who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Charles Clarke and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the EA degree. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome.
An excellent EA degree was conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren, we also had two visiting new EA from lodges 1314 and 599 who I trust truly enjoyed the proceedings. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by Bro. Billy McPheat 963 and a suitable reply was received from WJW 177 Bro. Graham Morrison.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
12 Jan 2016
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Gordon Johnstone who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple and wished them all the very best for the New Year.
A deputation from our sister Lodge St Andrew 544 was presented to RWM Bro. Gordon Johnstone who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge, the deputation was headed by RWM Bro. David McKee and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the FC degree. The assembled Brethren thereafter welcomed the deputation with a hearty 963 welcome.
An excellent FC degree was conferred by the degree team and was thoroughly enjoyed by the assembled Brethren. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by Bro. Chic Clarke RWM 177 and a suitable reply was received from Bro. John Hulme PM 544. This being the first meeting since the installation, the RWM would wish to thank and congratulate those taking up their respective office and to wish our new office bearers every success and fulfilment in the future.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 12 Mar 2013
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Hugh Glen who thereafter welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the
A deputation from The Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward was presented to RWM Bro. Hugh Glen, who warmly welcomed the RWSPGM Bro. Andrew Millar along with his fellow Provincial Grand Lodge colleagues. On receiving the RWSPGM in the East Bro. Hugh Glen RWM graciously handed over the mall to allow the official business to be conducted. After the official formalities were concluded the assembled Brethren witnessed an excellent rendition of the EA degree on Mr. Callum Morrow. A hearty vote of thanks from PPGSW Worthy Bro. Robert Stanfield was warmly received by the assembled Brethren with a cordial reply from RWM Bro Hugh Glen.
Bro. Andrew Millar, Right Worshipful Substitute Provincial Grand Master thanked the Lodge and Brethren for their continued commitment to Provincial Grand Lodge over the preceding year. He also took this opportunity to convey his sincere thanks on behalf the PGM to the Immediate Past Master, Worthy Secretary and Worthy Treasurer for their continued hard work over the past year in office. The RWSPGM concluded with forthcoming PGL intimations with the PGL Annual Divine Service on 28th April at
The RWM accompanied by the RWSPGM, Distinguished Provincial guests, Brethren and visitors thereafter retired to the lounge for refreshments and lodge hospitality, a truly excellent evening was thoroughly enjoyed by all in attendance.
The RWM and RWSPGM and Brethren would also wish to congratulate Bro. Callum Morrow on taking his first regular step in Freemasonry here this evening and wish him well in these early days of his Masonic career.
Tuesday 26 Feb 2013
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Hugh Glen who thereafter welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple this evening.
A deputation from our sister Lodge, The Operative Lodge of Airdrie 203 was presented to the RWM Bro. Hugh Glen who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge and invited the RWM Bro. Colin Lees to accompany him in the East; the deputation was thereafter warmly received by the assembled Brethren.
RWMM Bro. Iain McComb along with his degree team conferred a truly excellent rendition of the Mark degree on three Whifflet St John 963 Brethren and along with the assembled Brethren, I am sure the three Brethren thoroughly enjoyed the degree. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by Bro. George McPheat IPM and a suitable reply was received from the RWMM Bro. Iain McComb.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. The RWM led the toasts and again thanked everyone for attending.
The RWM Bro. Hugh Glen, Worthy Past Masters, Office Bearers and Brethren of 963 would wish to congratulate Bro. Alan Wilson, Bro. Campbell McFarlane and Bro. John Wood on being advanced to the Mark and wish them all the best for many years to come.
Tuesday 08 Jan 2013
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. Hugh Glen who thereafter welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the
A deputation from our sister Lodge St Andrew Coatbridge 544 was presented to RWM Bro. Hugh Glen who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge and invited the RWM to accompany him in the East; the deputation was thereafter warmly received by the assembled Brethren. The deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Billy Carson and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the FC degree on Bro Alan Wilson.
An excellent FC degree was conferred by the degree team and along with the assembled Brethren, I am sure Bro. Wilson thoroughly enjoyed the experience. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by Bro. Charles Ringrose RWM 1314 and a suitable reply was received from Bro. George Boagg.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
The RWM Bro. Hugh Glen, Worthy Past Masters, Office Bearers and Brethren of 963 would wish to congratulate Bro. Alan Wilson on taking his second regular step in Freemasonry and wish him all the best for many years to come.
Tuesday 13 Nov 2012
It was with great pleasure that the RWM Bro. George McPheat welcomed a deputation from Lodge Woodhall St John 305 into the Temple this evening to confer the MM Degree; the Deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Allan Jamieson. The RWM invited Bro. Alan to accompany him in the east and called on the Brethren to afford our visitors a hearty 963 welcome.
A truly excellent rendition of the MM degree was witnessed by the assembled Brethren who were indeed treated to some fine floor work from the Office Bearers of 305 and I am sure Bro. McFadyen will remember this for many years to come. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by the Bro. Gordon Johnstone and a suitable reply was received from the Bro. Stan Robinson PM Worthy Secretary.
The IPM took great pleasure in conferring honorary membership on the RWM of 305 Bro. Allan Robinson, to which Bro. Allan conveyed his sincere thanks to the RWM, PM's and Lodge members for affording him such honour.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and Lodge hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
The RWM Bro. George McPheat, Worthy Past Masters, Office Bearers and Brethren of 963 would wish to congratulate Bro. Alan McFadyen becoming a Master Mason and wish him all the best for the future.
Tuesday 11 Sept 2012
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by The RWM Bro. George McPheat who welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple this evening.
A deputation from our sister Lodge Newlands 949 was presented to RWM Bro. George McPheat who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge this evening, the deputation was headed by the RWM Bro. Andrew Suckle was thereafter warmly received by the assembled Brethren.
An excellent exemplification of the EA degree was conferred by the degree team and along with the assembled Brethren, I am sure the candidate thoroughly enjoyed the experience. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by the WSD Bro. Glen PM and a suitable reply was received from the RWM Bro. Andrew Suckle.
The RWM also took the opportunity in welcoming back PM’s Tom Connor and to Andy Chalmers after his recent bouts of illness and hopes his health and well being continues to improve.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
Tuesday 08 May 2012
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by The RWM Bro. George McPheat who thereafter welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple this evening.
A deputation from our sister Lodge St Andrews, Cumbernauld 199 was presented to RWM Bro. George McPheat who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge and invited the RWM to accompany him in the east; the deputation along with a few Brethren from 1067 was thereafter warmly received by the assembled Brethren. The deputation was headed by the RWM Bro. Charles Murphy and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the FC degree on Bro James Weir.
An excellent FC degree was conferred by the degree team and along with the assembled Brethren, I am sure Br. Weir thoroughly enjoyed the degree. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by Worthy Past Master Bill McFadyen and a suitable reply was received from the RWM Bro. Charles Murphy.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
The RWM Bro. George McPheat, Worthy Past Masters, Office Bearers and Brethren of 963 would wish to congratulate Bro. James Weir on taking his second regular step in Freemasonry and wish him all the best for many years to come.
Tuesday 22 May 2012
It was with great pleasure that the RWM Bro. George McPheat welcomed a deputation from the Operative Lodge of Airdrie 203 into the Temple this evening to confer the MM Degree; the Deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Ronnie McDougall. The RWM invited the Bro. Ronnie to accompany him in the east and called on the Brethren to afford our visitors a hearty 963 welcome.
A truly excellent rendition of the MM degree was witnessed by the assembled Brethren who were indeed treated to some fine floor work from the Office Bearers of 203 and I am sure Bro. Weir will remember this for many years to come. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by the RWM Bro. George McPheat and a suitable reply was received from the WJD Bro. Donald Reaoch.
The RWM Bro. George McPheat took this opportunity to thank the Office Bearers, Worthy Past Masters and Brethren for their continued support throughout the first half of his year in office. WSW Bro. Pringle Johnstone thanked the RWM for his kind sentiments on behalf of the Brethren and also thanked the RWM for his commitment to the Lodge in this his second stint in the chair.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and Lodge hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
The RWM Bro. George McPheat, Worthy Past Masters, Office Bearers and Brethren of 963 would wish to congratulate Bro. James Weir on becoming a Master Mason and wish him all the best for the future.
Regular Meeting
Tuesday 24 Apr 2012
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by The RWM Bro. George McPheat who thereafter welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the
A deputation from our sister Lodge Old Monkland St James 177 was presented to RWM Bro. George McPheat who thanked and cordially welcomed them into the Lodge and invited the RWM to accompany him in the east, the deputation was thereafter warmly received by the assembled Brethren. The deputation was headed by the RWM Bro. Allan Logan and along with his office bearers had been invited to confer the EA degree on Bro James Weir.
An excellent EA degree was conferred by the degree team and along with the assembled Brethren, I am sure the candidate thoroughly enjoyed the experience. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by the WJW Bro. John Moran and a suitable reply was received from the WSD Bro. Colin Elliot.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and truly excellent evening was enjoyed by all.
The RWM Bro. George McPheat, Worthy Past Masters, Office Bearers and Brethren of 963 would wish to congratulate Bro. James Weir on taking his first regular step in Freemasonry and wish him all the best for many years to come.
Tuesday 13 Mar 2012
The Lodge was opened in due and ancient form by the RWM Bro. George McPheat who thereafter welcomed all visitors and Brethren into the Temple this evening. The primary purpose of this evenings meeting was the annual visitation of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward and thereafter to pass two members to the FC degree.
A deputation from The Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward was presented to RWM Bro. George McPheat, who warmly welcomed the RWSPGM Bro. Norman Carnegy along with his fellow Provincial Grand Lodge colleagues. On receiving the RWSPGM in the East Bro. George McPheat, RWM graciously handed over the mall to allow the official business to be conducted. After the official formalities were concluded the assembled Brethren witnessed an excellent rendition of the FC degree on two candidates.
Bro. Norman Carnegy, Right Worshipful Substitute Provincial Grand Master thanked the Lodge and Brethren for their continued commitment to Provincial Grand Lodge over the preceding year. He also took this opportunity to convey his sincere thanks on behalf the PGM to the Immediate Past Master, Worthy Secretary and Worthy Treasurer for their continued hard work over the past year in office. The RWSPGM concluded with forthcoming PGL intimations with the PGL Annual Divine Service on 29th April at Uddingston old parish church. On closing he informed the Brethren of a Grand Lodge of Scotland donation to PGL of over £11,000 which has been distributed to six local Lanarkshire charities to which all donations were graciously received.
The RWM accompanied by the RWSPGM, Distinguished Provincial guests, Brethren and visitors thereafter retired to the lounge for refreshments and lodge hospitality, a truly excellent evening was thoroughly enjoyed by all in attendance. The RWM, RWSPGM and Brethren would wish to take this opportunity to thank the ladies for the splendid meal which was laid on for the evening, a very enjoyable occasion all round.
The RWM and RWSPGM and Brethren would also wish to congratulate Bros. Bill McGilvary and John Woods on taking their second regular step in Freemasonry here this evening and wish them well in these early days of their masonic career.
Tuesday 28 Feb 2012
The RWM Bro. George McPheat opened the Lodge in due and ancient form this evening and thereafter welcomed the visitors into the Lodge. This evenings work was the EA degree conferred by the Lodge Office bearers on our newest candidate Bill McGilvary. An excellent degree was witnessed by all in attendance to which I am also sure the candidate thoroughly enjoyed. A vote of thanks to the degree team was conveyed by Bro Jeff Spence PM 1314 to which a suitable reply was received from Bro. Pringle Johnstone PM, WSW.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form after which all Brethren retired for refreshments and hospitality. It was good to catch up with some old friends and an excellent evening was had by all in attendance.
The RWM Bro. George McPheat, Worthy Past Masters, Office Bearers and Brethren of 963 would wish to congratulate Bro. Bill McGilvary on taking his first regular step in Freemasonry and wish him all the best for years to come.
Tuesday 24 Jan 2012
The RWM Bro. George McPheat was delighted to welcome a large deputation from our good friends from Glenboig 1067 into the Lodge this evening. The deputation was headed by RWM Bro. Ralph Sinclair and along with his office bearers were invited to confer the EA degree on our newest candidate Mr John Wood.
An excellent EA degree was conferred by the degree team and I am sure our candidate thoroughly enjoyed the experience. A warm vote of thanks was conveyed by the SM Bro. Jim McLatchie and a suitable reply was received from Bro. Joe Spears.
The Lodge was closed in due and ancient form and the RWM invited all to accompany him to the lounge for refreshments and hospitality.
The RWM Bro. George McPheat, Worthy Past Masters, Office Bearers and Brethren of 963 would wish to congratulate Bro. John Wood on taking his first regular step in Freemasonry and wish him all the best for many years to come.
Saturday 17 Dec 2011
The Ceremony of Installation of the RWM elect Bro. George McPheat and his Office Bearers took place in the Masonic Temple, Wood Street, Coatbridge.
The Installation Ceremony was conducted in a most eloquent and impressive manner by the Worthy Installing Masters. It was also with great delight to receive SPGM Bro. Stephen Campbell who headed a Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge and was accompanied on this occasion by Bro. Tom Davidson RWPGM and Bro. Norman Carnegy SPGM.
The Right Worshipful Master Bro. George McPheat would wish to take this opportunity to thank his Installing Masters for an excellent ceremony. The RWM would also wish to thank the Brethren of Whifflet St John 963 for affording him this honour for the second time; he hopes that those Brethren present enjoyed the occasion as much as he did.
Following the Installation Ceremony the RWM, Installing Masters along with Provincial Deputation joined the Brethren for the Installation Dinner and harmony.
18 Nov 2010
At the regular meeting of Coltswood Glenboig 1067 this evening a fine deputation from 963 led by our RWM Bro. Tom Connor witnessed a very momentous occasion for one of our Brethren.
Bro. Jim Durning, Right Worshipful Master of 1067 took great pleasure in conferring Honorary Membership of 1067 to Bro. Jim McLatchie of Lodge Whifflet St John 963. Bro. McLatchie was notably overwhelmed by this unique honour as there are only 11 honorary members within 1067, an honour which is not taken lightly within the lodge and certainly has to be earned. RWM Jim Durning thanked Bro McLatchie for his commitment over the years to 1067 and hoped it will continue for many years to come.
Bro. Jim thanked the RWM and the Brethren of 1067 for affording him such an honour and assured all present that he will continue to pursue the best interests of 1067 and looks forward to many visits in the future.
Bro. Tom Connor RWM, Past Masters, Worshipful Wardens, Office Bearers and Brethren of Lodge Whifflet St John 963, would wish to congratulate Bro. Jim on such an honour although indeed special to himself it is also one to the Lodge also.
Bro. Billy McPheat 963, wishes to take this opportunity in thanking the Lodge, the Brethren and our visitors for their kind donations to his sponsored run in September. The day was a huge success with over 4000 runners taking part in what was a truly excellent event.
I am sure that my chosen charity, The Mark Wright Project was equally delighted with all donations which at present has reached the magnificent sum of just over £1100 which I am sure will make a difference to those people the charity supports.
Once again very many thanks it is very much appreciated.
Tues 28 Sep 2010
It was with great pleasure that the RWM Bro. Tom Connor welcomed Lodge New Monkland Montrose 88 into the temple this evening, the Deputation were headed by Bro Albert Dalziel RWM. The deputation conferred an exemplification of the Fellow Craft degree on Bro. Andy Fernon.
Bro George McPheat IPM conveyed a vote of thanks to the Brethren of 88 and congratulated the RWM on an excellent degree, to which Bro Charlie Ringrose suitably replied.
The RWM thereafter closed the Lodge in due and ancient form and the Brethren retired to the lounge for some refreshments.
Tues 14 Sep 2010
The RWM Bro. Tom Connor was delighted to see everyone back after the summer recess and looks forward to the second half of the year. The RWM also welcomed RWM Bro Keith Riddell and his deptuation from Lodge Newlands 949, Coalburn who had come along this evening to confer an exempification of the FC degree. After an excellent ceremonial the Brethren of 949 were thanked for their labours this evening to which a suitable reply was returned.
The RWM offered Hon Membership to Bro. Riddell to which he accepted with pleasure and assured the Brethren of 963 that he would further the interests of the Lodge to the best of his ability. The Lodge was thereafter closed in due and ancient form and the Brethren retired to the lounge for some refreshments.
Fri 11 June 2010
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire middle ward this evening held a charity dinner in aid of the Sunshine Centre Associaton in Johannesburg South Africa. The centre has been visited in the past by our Provincial Grand Master Bro. Jim Jack who has taken a keen interest in the work done by the assocaition and affirmed the support of the Province by holding this sell out charity dinner. The evenings speakers were Bro. Trevor Stewart RWM of Lodge Sir Robert Moray 1641, who gave an interesting lecture on the preservation of Lodge records.
Bro. Charles Iain Robert Wolrige Gordon of Esslemont, the most Worshipful Grand Master Mason was thereafter introduced to the audience, and gave us an update of the ongoing work at Grand Lodge including charities recently supported through the Grand Lodge and the Daughter Lodges. A truly enjoyable evening was had by all in attendance which culminated in the remarkable sum of £4000 being raised for the Sunshine Centre in South Africa.
Bro Billy McPheat meets the Most Worshipful Grand Master Mason
Tues 25 May 2010
With the RWM Bro Tom Connor being on holiday, the IPM Bro. George McPheat took to the chair and was delighted to welcome a large and distinguished deputation from our friends from Lodge Burns Immortal 1730. The deputation was headed by the RWM Bro. Jim Lees who were invited to confer the Mark Degree on two of our Brethren Bro Grant Johnston and Bro. Gordon Johnston. Bro Jim Lees RWM thereafter presented the mallet to the RWMM Bro. David Steel to continue with the evening’s business.
At the conclusion of the formal proceedings and the return of the mallet to Bro. George McPheat, a hearty vote of thanks was conveyed by our Worthy Treasurer, Bro. Bruce Wilkie PM who thanked the degree team for an excellent degree and assured the RWMM that the two candidates will no doubt treasure the memories for a long time to come. The RWMM Bro. Jim Lees along with Bro. John McGhee gave a suitable reply, also congratulating the candidates for their endeavours this evening.
The IPM Bro. George McPheat thanked the Brethren for their continued support and conveyed his best wishes to everyone for the coming summer recess. The Lodge was thereafter closed in due and ancient form where the Brethren then retired to the lounge for a spot Lodge hospitality and refreshments.
Tues 27 April 2010
Bro Tom Connor RWM had great pleasure in welcoming a fine deputation from our friends from Bellshill 305 headed on this occassion by RWM Bro. John Alcorn. The Brethren of 305 conferred the Master Mason degree on Bro. Gordon Johnston, a truly memorable occassion indeed for which I am sure Bro. Gordon will remember for a long time to come.
Tues 13 April 2010
It was with great pleasure that the RWM welcomed the RWM and Officer Bearers from the Operative Lodge of Airdrie 203 into the Lodge this evening. The Brethren from Airdrie conferred an excellent Master Mason degree on Bro Grant Johnston, who I am sure will remember it for many a year to come. A vote of thanks on behalf of the degree team was conveyed by Past Master George McPheat and Bro John Gardner suitably replied. The Brethren thereafter retired to the lounge for a spot of refreshments and Lodge hospitality.
Tues 23 Mar 2010
The RWM Bro. Tom Connor took great privelage in welcoming a fine and large deputation from our sister lodge Cumbernauld St Andrews 199 this evening. The deputation had come along at the RWM request to confer the FC degree and the brethren in attendance were treated to an excellent degree and thoroughly enjoy the evening, at the conclussion of the proceedings vote of thanks was conveyed by Past Master Bro. Bill McFadyen to which Bro David Kerr PM suitably replied.
Once again a truly wonderful evening was enjoyed by all, however it would be remiss of me not to give one special mention on this evenings work, in that the tools were presented in such an eloquent manner by Past Master Bro. David Walsh at the young age of a mere 95, many thanks David it was indeed our pleasure to witness your work. At the conclussion of the evening the Brethren took the opportunity of some light refresments and harmony in the lounge.
Tues 09 Mar 2010
It was with great pleasure that Bro. Tom Connor RWM had the honour of welcoming a Deputation from the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward into the Lodge this evening. The Provincial Deputation was headed on this occasion by the Right Worshipful Substitute Provincial Grand Master Bro. Alex Kelly. This being the annual visitation from PGL Bro. Tom Connor RWM passed over the mallet to Bro. Alex Kelly SPGM in order that he could conduct the official business of the evening. After these formalities were concluded an exemplification of the FC degree was conferred on Bro Gordon Johnston by the Lodge Office bearers. At the conclusion of the evening Bro. Gordon Rowe, Provincial Grand Committee gave a heart warming vote of thanks to the degree team for their efforts on the evening, with Bro. Billy McPheat giving a suitable reply.
Bro. Alex Kelly, Right Worshipful Substitute Provincial Grand Master thanked the Lodge and Brethren for their commitment to Provincial Grand Lodge over the year, especially to the Provincial Caravan fund raiser which had recently closed raising over £36,000 and will officially be opened at an open day on 13 March 2010 at Monkton, where visitors are welcome to attend. Bro. Kelly asked the assembled Brethren to join with him in a vote of thanks to the Immediate Past Master, Worthy Secretary and Worthy Treasurer for their continued hard work over the preceding year in office. Thereafter the Provincial Deputation retired and an enjoyable evening concluded with an excellent meal and refreshments.
The RWM and Brethren would wish to take this opportunity to thank the ladies for their splendid spread which was laid on for the evening, a very enjoyable occasion all round.
Tues 26 Jan 2010
The RWM Bro. Tom Connor took great privelage in welcoming a fine and large deputation from our sister lodge Old Monkland St James 177, headed by their own RWM Bro. Graham Reid who had come along to confer the EA degree on our newest member Gordon Johnston. An excellent evening was had by all and a vote of thanks for the labours of 177 was conveyed By PM Bro. Bill McFadyen and aptly received by Bro Graham Reid RWM 177. After the formallities were concluded the Brethren retired to the lounge for refreshments and a spot of harmony.
Tues 08 Dec 2009
This evening we had our last regular meeting of the year where our new office bearers took up their offices for the first time prior to the installation. The new officers had the privellege of admitting our newest Entered Apprentice into the Lodge in Bro. Grant Alexander Johnston and conducted themselves admirably.
After the formalities of the evening concluded the members retired for a spot of refreshments and harmony. An excellent evening was had by all and the new office bearers are to commended for their efforts.
On his last meeting prior to the installation the RWM Bro. George McPheat would like to personally thank the Past Masters and Lodge Office bearers for their support throughout the year. He would further wish to congratulate the Lodges newest Office Bearers Bro. John McLachlan and Bro. Andrew Robertson on their first step on the ladder and he wishes them well for the future.
Tues 08 Sept 2009
It was with great delight that the RWM Bro. George McPheat welcomed a large Deputation from Lodge Newlands 949 Coalburn into the Lodge this evening. The Deputation was headed by Bro. Andrew Succel RWM who along with the Office Bearers of 949 conferred an excellent EA degree on Mr Andrew Fernon. The RWM of both lodges congratulated Bro. Fernon and wished him well for the start of his masonic career and thanked him for the manner in which he conducted himself throughout the proceedings.
The evening continued with Bro. Bill Cullen IPM paying a fitting tribute to two well known Lodge members Bro. Bill Coventry PM and Bro. Arthur Jamieson PM who sadly passed away to the Grand Lodge above during the recess. Once again our condolences and deepest sympathy are conveyed to the families of both Brethren who remain in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Honorary membership of the Lodge was presented to Bro. Andrew Succel RWM 949 for which he kindly accepted and thereafter thanked the RWM and Brethren of 963 for bestowing him with such an honour. Bro Andy Roberstson was presented with his Master Masons diploma from the RWM.
Message from the Master
Bro. George McPheat RWM
30 May 2009
I would wish to thank the Past Masters, Lodge Office Bearers and the Brethren of 963 for their support throughout the first half of the year. It has been a very encouraging start to my tenure in office and I am delighted with the progress we have made in the last year, both in members returning to this their Mother Lodge and to the new members who have joined the Lodge. I am sure the second half of the year will be just as fruitful and hope you will join with us in fellowship and harmony and enjoy more pleasurable evenings in each others company. I would further wish to offer my heartfelt thanks and appreciation to our visitors who have been attending in abundance over the past few months, it goes without saying that your support has been overwhelming and long may it continue.
Finally may I wish you all a pleasant break throughout the summer and look forward to meeting up again in September refreshed and raring to go.
Best Wishes
George
Tues 14 Apr 2009
It was with great delight that we welcomed a large Deputation from Lodge Woodhall St John's 305 from Bellshill into the Lodge this evening. The Deputation was headed by Bro. Gordon Airns RWM who along with the Office Bearers of 305 conferred an excellent FC degree on Bro. Andy Robertson.
The evening was further enhanced by a Deputation of visitors from Lodge Pitgaveny 681, Lossiemouth and their friends from Glasgow, who were headed by their RWM Bro. Harry Michell. This was also a unique occassion for Bro. Harry as he was also returning to visit his Mother Lodge after many years away, as he told us in his thanks to the degree team, it is on evenings like this where Brethren from many distant parts come together and make an evening so special. Both visiting Masters thanked Bro. George McPheat and the Brethren of Whifflet St John for the warmth and cordiallity of the welcome they received and wished our candidate Bro. Andy Robertson best wishes and congratulations on his progress in the craft.
Bro. George McPheat RWM Lodge Whifflet St John 963, thanked everyone for their attendance here this evening and charged each visitor to take fraternal greetings back with them to their respective Mother Lodges.
The evening culminated in a short harmony in the lounge which gave everyone the opportunity to catch up on old times and enjoy another great evening in fellowship.
Tues 10 Mar 2009
The lodge held it's regular meeting this evening where a large number of Brethren witnessed the Office Bearers conferring the EA degree on Mr Andy Robertson. The RWM Bro. George McPheat also had great pleasure in welcoming a large and distinguished deputation from the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward, headed on this occassion by the Substitute Provincial Grand Master Bro. Bill Perry.
It was also a delight for Bro. Andy Robertson to take his first steps in Freemasonry in front of such an audience, which included members of his family and friends who came along to offer their support, I am sure Bro. Andy will remember the occassion for many years to come. An excellent evening was made more gratifying with the SPGM giving a good report on the Lodge books and thanking the Brethren for their continued hard work and support. A special thankyou must be made in regards to our Worthy Secretary and Worthy Treasurer whose unstinting efforts ensured such a report be possible.
With the labours ended it was again satisfyng to hear Bro. John McGhie PPGSW convey his thanks on behalf of Provincial Grand Lodge to the degree team for their efforts this evening. Thereafter the Deputation retired to the lounge for further Lodge hospitality and harmony, a memorable evening was had by all.
Once again the Right Worshipful Master would wish to thank the Brethren of 963 for their loyalty to their Mother Lodge and to our visitors once again for their continued support.
Tues 10 Feb 2009
The Right Worshipful Master, Bro. George McPheat, Past Masters, Office Bearers and Brethren would wish to take this opportunity in thanking our Worthy Treasurer, Bro. Bruce Wilkie PM for the wonderful gift of the framed certificate of his Honourary Grand Rank.
Bro. Bruce received this unique Honour from Grand Master Mason last year and although this is a personal accolade, Bro. Bruce in a short speech to the RWM and Brethren stated that this should also be in recognition of all hard work from all the Lodge Brethren.
The RWM thanked Bro. Bruce for the gift and his kind sentiments to the Lodge members and assures us it will be proudly displayed within the Lodge.
Regular Communication
Thurs 05 Feb 2009
Bro. George McPheat, Right Worshipful Master, accompanied by Bro. Bill Cullen Immediate Past Master attended this historical Communication of Grand Lodge in With the Grand Lodge Organ in Freemasons Hall Edinburgh still undergoing extensive renovation, this Regular Communication of The Grand Lodge of Scotland was therefore moved to The Albert Hall in Stirling. It is believed to be only the second time that a Grand Lodge meeting has been held out with Edinburgh, with this being a first visit to Stirling.
The Albert Hall,
Annual General Meeting
Fri 09 Jan 2009
Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master presided over a very large attendance (191) at the Annual General Meeting of Provincial Grand Lodge which was held in Uddingston last evening.
It was noted by the Provincial Grand Master that the Province of Lanarkshire Middle Ward has donated over £100,000 to Non Masonic charities over the last 2 years, a truly excellent acheivement by all involved. In addition to this the Provincial caravan fund grows and is near to the £25,000 mark, which again is a super effort and above all expectations.
We have one very notable acheivement from a Lodge perspective in respect of one of our own Brethren which is as follows:
“After serving as the Lodge representative on Provincial Grand Lodge Committee since 2001, we would like to congratulate Bro. Bill Cullen PM on his preferment to the Office of Vice President of Stewards in the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward at their AGM on 9th January 2009 and wish him every success for the years ahead”.
If any Brother requires further information in regards to the Provincial Grand Lodge AGM, please speak with Bro. Bill or the Worshipful Wardens.
Sat 20 Dec 2008
The Ceremony of Installation of the RWM elect Bro. George McPheat and his Office Bearers took place in the Masonic Temple, Wood Street, Coatbridge.
The Installation Ceremony was again conducted in the most eloquent and impressive manner. The day’s events were witnessed by The Right Worshipful Depute Provincial Grand Master Bro James Shanks, accompanied by the Provincial Grand Master Bro. James L. Jack along with a fine and distinguished Deputation from the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward.
The Right Worshipful Master Bro. George McPheat would wish to most sincerely thank his Installing Masters for an excellent ceremony along with the Brethren of Whifflet St John 963 for affording him such an honour and he hopes that those Brethren present enjoyed the occasion as much as he did.
Regular Communication
Fri 03 Oct 2008
The Regular Communication of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle ward was held in the Masonic Temple of Lodge Woodhall St John 305, with Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master presiding.
Tonight was indeed a very special occasion for the Province as we were Honoured by the presence of Bro. Sir Archibald D. Orr Ewing, Most Worshipful Grand Master Mason and Bro. David Begg, Right Worshipful Grand Secretary at the meeting. After the normal formalities were concluded the Grand Master Mason gave a resume on his recent visits abroad and an update on the work of Grand Lodge.
Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master awarded the Grand Master and Grand Secretary Honorary Membership of Provincial Grand Lodge. In reply the Grand Master said that he was delighted to accept and that this was the first time that he and Grand Secretary had received Honorary Membership of a Provincial Grand Lodge.
The Provincial Grand Master then presented two cheques to the Grand Master Mason (£1,000.00 for Grand Lodge Benevolent Fund and £1,000.00 for the Masonic Homes Fund).
Sat 31 May 2008
The RWM Bro. Bill Cullen, along with Bro's Pringle Johnstone PM, Bruce Wilkie PM, John Clydesdale PM and Bro. John Moran attended the Provincial Grand Lodge seminar held in the Masonic Hall, Baillieston. The speakers for the occasion were Bro. Rev Peter Price, Senior Provincial Grand Chaplain, Professor David Stevenson and Bro. Robert Cooper, Curator of the Museum and Library of The Grand Lodge of Scotland. The days events culminated with the RWM and Brethren of Lodge Mother Kilwinning conducting an excellent rendition of The Auld Degree.