As a symbol of servant ministry, the deacon brings the concerns and needs of the world to the attention of the church. The word in the example sentence does not match the entry word. Learn faster with spaced repetition. Brethren, we are at refreshment. They are chosen because they show maturity of faith Worshipful Master, there is an alarm at the door. to W.M. Why is he in the East, Brother Senior Warden? to W.M. When a degree ceremony is performed, one or more Steward(s) may be required to assist the two Deacons in conducting the candidates around the temple. Ideally, a mason starts at the most junior office and "progresses" to the next in line each year. In some jurisdictions there is a strong tradition of Masonic research and education, and the presentation of papers by members is as common as degree ceremonies or other business. While more commonly seen at the Grand Lodge level, in some jurisdictions Lodges may also appoint a Pursuivant. For example, every lodge has an officer called the "Junior Warden", whilst the Grand Lodge has a "Grand Junior Warden" (sometimes "Junior Grand Warden"). The precise list of such offices may vary between the jurisdictions of different Grand Lodges, although certain factors are common to all, and others are usual in most. CALLING A LODGE FROM A HIGHER TO A LOWER DEGREE. The Master seats the Junior Deacon by one rap. Progressive office refers to a series of offices within the lodge, culminating in the office of Worshipful Master. Aside from the Master, he has one of the more frequent speaking parts, and few of his are "scripted", if Grand Masters are usually addressed as "Most Worshipful", or as in Pennsylvania, "Right Worshipful".[3]. Whether applied to. A very small number of offices may exist only at the Grand Lodge level such offices are included at the end of this article. Jewel for both Senior and Junior Deacons (some jurisdictions), Offices common to all Masonic jurisdictions, Officers found in some jurisdictions and not in others, Director of Ceremonies / Ritualist / Ritual Director / Master of Ceremonies, Offices generally found only at Grand Lodge level, Grand Education Officer or Grand Lecturer, Grand Standard Bearer or Grand Banner Bearer, G. Schuster, Die geheimen Gesellschaften, Verbindungen und Orden, 1st vol., Sarastro Verlag, Paderborn, 2012, p. 408, J.G. YZWPx%j_.V=7"}IgY$U?RU6=HE%Uj{+-^{GTvtMjU&E7t, Brother Junior Deacon, you will inform the Tyler. 1 0 obj Although newer members usually fill the office of Steward, in some lodges it is traditional for a Past Master to be appointed to supervise the stewards' work. Brother Senior Warden, you will call the craft to order as Entered Apprentices (or Fellow Crafts, as the case may be), reserving yourself for the last. It is not unusual for the office of Secretary to be held by the same member for long periods of time, even decades. Typically these lodges nominate their current Worshipful Master and can, therefore, be relatively junior through to extremely senior members. In most jurisdictions, the Grand Secretary fulfills these duties. Brother Junior Deacon, what is the first great care of Masons when in Lodge assembled? The importance of the rights to nominate Grand Stewards and their duties go back to the first formation of the Premier Grand Lodge,[6] when the Office carried onerous financial liabilities. to S.W. J.D. In No.IV it appears that when the office was created in the nineteenth century it was intended to be similar to the role of Chaplain. Communicate this order to the Junior Warden in the South and he to the craft for their government. SW: We are all Masons, Worshipful Master. As far as possible, the following list seeks to record all such offices that are either reasonably widespread, or else have been made notable by some other means, such as being held by famous people. In order that I might receive Masters wages, and be thereby better enabled to support myself and family, and contribute to the relief of poor, distressed Master Masons, their widows and orphans. In some jurisdictions the Junior Warden presides if both the Master and the Senior Warden are absent. to Lodge. Junior Deacon. Lodge of Antiquity No.2 and Royal Somerset House and Inverness Lodge No.IV, in England, are rare examples of lodges that appoint a Chancellor as one of their officers. Barakaldo Books 2020, all rights reserved. W.M. ;Ha4btOJ7zxE)RJmJ38ia3 )z`cm#F_B]bA?5 E|EBU-QQqqph !SK^[(()a9mB0@zZJ.M"#n (;M=X}f`( Experience with software systems, including software development, software testing, In some jurisdictions, the position is an elected office, while in others it is appointed by the Master. As has already been stated, all matters of business are transacted in the Lodge when opened on the third degree; when the work of initiation is to be done, the Lodge must be called off in the third degree, and remain so until duly opened in the first degree; when an Entered Apprentice is to be passed, the Lodge is called off in the third degree, and remains so while the second degree is opened; if a Fellow Craft is to be raised the Lodge remains in the Master Masons degree. Junior Deacon Senior Deacon Secretary Treasurer Junior Warden Senior Warden Worshipful Master Orator The Chaplain In a Masonic Lodge the thoughtful observer discovers that nearly every object about him has a meaning. J.D. Why are you in the West, Brother Senior Warden? The 'Organist' or 'Director of Music' provides musical accompaniment to lodge proceedings, although there is no set form. In practice, most lodges will nominate and elect the previous year's Senior Warden in an uncontested election. W.M. Brother Senior Warden, proceed to satisfy yourself that all present are Entered Apprentices. Many Grand Masters are preceded in formal processions by a ceremonial sword. C " O. Kaemmel, Deutsche Geschichte: Erster Teil: von der Urzeit bis zum Westflischen Frieden, 3rd ed., Otto Spamer, Leipzig, 1911, p. 629. J.D. He may be responsible for prompting other officers who forget their lines. The Master seats the craft by one rap. to J.D. } !1AQa"q2#BR$3br Tyler that the door of the Lodge should not be alarmed. serve as Sr Deacon. to S.W. By what further rights and benefits does he expect to gain admission? This officers stationary position is to WM: Brother Junior Deacon. Brethren, it is the will and pleasure of the Worshipful Master in the East, that the Lodge be now called from labor to refreshment for the purpose of opening a Lodge of Entered Apprentices; take notice and govern yourselves accordingly.Look to the East! 0 && stateHdr.searchDesk ? At the conclusion of his limited term of office, a Worshipful Master is termed a Past Master. It has doubtless been a matter of comment and surprise among the Members of the Fraternity that all the books which are avowedly intended to serve as guides to the Work of a Lodge invariably contain more or less than their professed object demands. It is his responsibility to see that the lodge is properly set out before the ceremony, and that everything is safely locked away at the end of the evening. SW: Give me the pass-word The craft all face towards the Worshipful Master, who makes, slowly and distinctly, the signs of an Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Mason, successively, which are imitated simultaneously by the craft. The rate of absorption: A. stream The foregoing way of lowering a Lodge has the merit of saving time, but the proper and more beautiful method is as follows: W.M. the Lodge. The annual presentation of accounts is an important measure of the lodge's continuing viability, whilst the efficient collection of annual subscriptions is vitally important, as any lapse in payment (deliberate or unintentional) can lead to a member losing voting rights, being denied the opportunity to visit other lodges, and finally even being debarred or excluded from his own lodge. W.M. Their primary duty is to prepare the candidates prior to each of the three degrees and conduct the candidates during the degree conferrals. To see that the Lodge is duly tyled, Worshipful Master. West, he is also employed in the security of the Lodge, keeping the outer In some jurisdictions, the position is an elected office, while in others it is appointed by the Master. In other jurisdictions, there is no official title given to the holders of these duties. 5~OZE|'gdUDH.Ipip|`QsXz9uIc3JT;? <> When there is a deacon present at the Eucharistic celebration, he should exercise his ministry wearing sacred vestments (no. The Grand Master may preside over his Grand Lodge, and also has certain powers and rights in every lodge under his jurisdiction. FxzKjQG3.N%R6G!UCU^-aWV &~$YRdU They are usually deficient in the very points that may be most needed, rendering the use of a separate Monitor unavoidable; while, on the other hand, they include a great deal of information on matters with which every Mason is necessarily perfectly familiar, and which it is neither needful nor desirable to be communicated to the uninitiated. W.M. x\=A@D8#DsP0h,Fh Fp-TLTwXvb]UO7K$X&o8K1~jdtA$td/hD'ud;#IA WebAn Aid to Learning the Ritual Inner Guard - Surrey Freemasons The Junior Warden is charged with the supervision of the Lodge while it is "at refreshment" (in recess for meals or other social purposes). Webtime when both wardens were in the west, and the office of deacon had not yet been introduced. The Senior Warden (sometimes known as First Warden) is the second of the three principal officers of a lodge, and is the Master's principal deputy. In others, this is the job of the Tyler. However, other titles found in other jurisdictions include 'Lecturer' and 'Ritualist'. The three Great Lights are closed. In Antiquity it tends to be the senior active member of the lodge. rxUkT|n}%. After the signs have been made the Junior Warden gives one rap with his gavel, followed by the Senior Warden in the West and by the Master in the East. endstream Also notice that the junior EA fills the function of the Tyler, although he is not The Worshipful Master calls up the Senior Deacon and Junior Deacon by one rap. Under some constitutions, if the Worshipful Master is absent then the Senior Warden presides at meetings as "acting Master", and may act for the Master in all matters of lodge business. Look to the East. Brother JD JD: Worshipful Master WebDeacon 24 cards Religion Protestantism Practice all cards WM: officers, take your respective stations and places. In most Masonic jurisdictions, each lodge will have a 'Chaplain'. He also presides over ritual and ceremonies. Enjoy millions of ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more, with a free trial. speaker) is a kind of legal advisor, he is responsible for upholding the Constitution and By-Laws and prosecutor in masonic disciplinary proceedings. We have also made every effort to include all maps and illustrations of the original edition the limitations of formatting do not allow of including larger maps, we will upload as many of these maps as possible. Brother Junior Deacon, you will ascertain whether there are any candidates in waiting, and if so, who, and for what degree. W.M. There are certain offices which exist only in particular lodges, or only in the lodges of one particular jurisdiction. Some of their common duties could include the following: Some jurisdictions specify that each lodge has two Stewards, known as the 'Senior Steward' and 'Junior Steward'. The Worshipful Master, Senior Warden and Junior Warden. to W.M. W.M. Brainscape helps you realize your greatest personal and professional ambitions through strong habits and hyper-efficient studying. Has to do with how quickly Add ${headword} to one of your lists below, or create a new one. to W.M. A COMPLETE WORK OF THE ENTERED APPRENTICE. After the ceremonies of opening are concluded, the Master requests the Secretary to read the minutes of their last regular communication. JFIF ` ` C The Secretary/Treasurer typically wears the jewel for the Secretary. The door is shut, the brethren clothe themselves and take their seats; the officers put on their jewels; the Wardens dispose of their columns, down in the West, erect in the South; the Deacons take their rods; the Secretary lays his books and papers and the three Great Lights upon his table, and in a few moments the Lodge is silent and in order for the opening. Take notice, and govern yourselves accordingly. However, there are certain offices that must necessarily be filled in Grand Lodges, but have no private lodge equivalent. In most jurisdictions, a lodge has two Deacons, styled Senior Deacon and Junior Deacon (though First Deacon and Second Deacon are sometimes encountered as an alternative.). The seventh and last order of business includes the work of initiation, passing and raising, and when all the other business of the Lodge has been transacted, the Master proceeds as follows: W.M. to S.W. %&'()*456789:CDEFGHIJSTUVWXYZcdefghijstuvwxyz Although any member may hold the office of Secretary, it is typically held by an experienced Past Master. In addition, there are some offices that are traditionally not considered to be part of the "line", and which may be held by the same brother for many years, or may be reserved for Past Masters. All present are Entered Apprentices. Although in most cases we have retained the Authors original spelling and grammar to authentically reproduce the work of the Author and the original intent of such material, some additional notes and clarifications have been added for the modern readers benefit. To see that the Lodge is tiled, Worshipful. S.W. By being a man, freeborn, of good report, and well recommended. While this is in progress, the Senior Deacon takes the Three Great Lights from the Secretarys table and arranges them duly upon the altar; the Bible laying open at Ecclesiastes XII, and both points of the compasses above the square. E0S EU~JjLyZ;OVZ)^-j$p%ej4BhQSrt5#PZ"arXmm4/1^.l LtIh`$BK"UU He then requests the Senior and Junior Deacons to give to him, in a whisper, the pass of a Master Mason, and to demand it, under the same conditions, from each person present except the Worshipful Master, Senior Warden and Junior Warden. Brethren, you will come to order as Entered Apprentice Masons. "Print ed. endobj Is he of lawful age and properly vouched for? [4], The jewel of the deacons in some jurisdictions is denoted by a Dove or by Mercury, the winged messenger, indicating their duty in the Lodge.[5]. Brother Junior Deacon. Silence, Power, and Religion Hugh B Urban University of Chicago 2021 Pb, 264pp, 24, ISBN 9780226746647 Top Secret possibly the most intriguing and, at the same time, most disconcerting two-word phrase in the English language. He then shuts the door, which is locked on the outside by the Tyler. Booz Allen Hamilton 3.9. Stewards have a traditional role in many jurisdictions of serving wine at any meal after the lodge meeting, often extended to a general supervision and planning of catering and refreshments. Brethren, it is the will and pleasure of the Worshipful Master in the East, communicated to me by the Senior Warden in the West, thatLodge numberbe now opened on the third degree of Masonry, for the dispatch of such business as may regularly come before it, under the usual Masonic restrictions. W.M. The office of Worshipful Master is the highest honour to which a lodge may appoint any of its members. J.D. John Deacon None. Worshipful Master, Mister John Paul Jones is in waiting for the First Degree of Masonry. In some jurisdictions, a Deputy Grand Master serves as the Grand Master's assistant, and is given the authority to act in the Grand Master's name in his absence. WebThe Junior Deacon then steps to the door and gives three raps, which are answered by three raps from without; the Junior Deacon then gives one, which is also answered by the Tyler When the Master announces the fifth order of business (conferring degrees), he proceeds as follows: W.M. duties of attendant. S.W. to S.W. It is The Wardens reverse their columns, erect in the West, down in the South. If a candidate is to be initiated, the Lodge is opened in the third degree; and when, in the regular order of business, the time arrives for the ceremony of initiation to take place, the Lodge is called off in the third degree, and remains so while the first degree is opened. Grand Stewards of United Grand Lodge of England are still expected to organise and subsidise the Grand Festival, which is held each year directly after the Annual Investiture. As a result, deacons are expected to have voice in S>#uZ_dL~H/ D{ He is also responsible for forming processions and introducing visitors, except in those jurisdictions which appoint a 'Marshal' for these latter purposes (see below). It being high twelve, you will call the craft from labor to refreshment for the purpose of opening a Lodge of Entered Apprentices. Worshipful Master. What is the Junior Wardens station in the Lodge? His duty is to guard the door (from the outside), with a drawn sword, and ensure that only those who are duly qualified manage to gain entry into the lodge meeting. What induced you to become a Master Mason? The Junior Deacon opens the door without knocking, and satisfies himself that the Tyler is at his post, he then communicates to him the Masters orders and shuts the door. Their duties are carried out with care and dignity. The Master then seats the Senior and Junior Deacon with one rap. Brother Junior Warden, it is the will and pleasure of the Worshipful Master in the East thatLodge numberbe now opened on the third degree of Masonry, for the dispatch of such business as may regularly come before it, under the usual Masonic restrictions. In some jurisdictions the Grand Master will appoint a Grand Educator or Grand Lecturer, whose responsibility is to oversee the promotion of Masonic Education in the Jurisdiction. In some lodges the tradition is for the immediate Past Master to act as Chaplain. WebThe Junior Deacon Speaking Parts in the Entered Apprentice Degree. Inform the Tyler that I am about to open a Lodge of Master Masons, and direct him to tyle accordingly. Brother Junior Deacon, inform the Tyler. 50 Masonic Gift Ideas For A Freemason. SW: *. WebJunior Deacon Clyde L. Clause, Jr 727-656-8488 Senior Steward Stephen P. Hillis 727-421-1539 Junior Steward Thomas J. Weber 727-550-7380 Tyler Charles D. Clinker, PM 727 [15] However, when revived in the early twentieth century, the role was more directed towards external relations. To keep off all cowans and eaves-droppers, and to see that none pass or repass but such as are duly qualified and have permission from the Worshipful Master. w !1AQaq"2B #3Rbr Many individual lodge bylaws add to these duties by mandating, for example, that the Secretary serve on specific committees. The Lesser Lights are placed in their proper position, two at the North-east and North-west corners of the altar, and the third between them, a little further Northward. What are his duties there? Freemasonry & Money: Can Freemasonry Benefit You Financially? As the Sun in the South at its meridian height is the glory and beauty of the day, so stands the Junior Warden in the South, the better to observe the time; to call the craft from labor to refreshment; to superintend them during the hours thereof, and see that they do not convert the purposes of refreshment into intemperance and excess, to call them on again in due season, that the Worshipful Master may have pleasure and the craft profit thereby. In some jurisdictions a 'Grand Registrar' is appointed to be the principal legal officer of a Grand Lodge. (making the sign of a Master Mason.) The painting incorporates a certain amount of artistic license, which may possibly extend to the presence of Burns himself, for although he was certainly a member of the Lodge, it is not clear that he was present at the meeting at which he was appointed Poet Laureate. to W.M. In Craft Freemasonry, sometimes known as Blue Lodge Freemasonry, every Masonic lodge elects or appoints Masonic lodge officers to execute the necessary functions of the lodge's life and work. [10][11] They did elect the 'Parlierer' from among the senior fellows as their representative whereas the Master was appointed by the building owner. WebDeacon Jones - David D. "Deacon" Jones (December 9, 1938 June 3, 2013) was an American football defensive end in the National Football League (NFL) for the Los Angeles The principal duties of the Senior Deacon are to conduct candidates around the Lodge and speak for them during certain ceremonies, to attend the Worshipful Master as needed and to carry his orders to the Senior Warden. J.W. By a brother Master Mason without the door, armed with the proper instrument of his office. (turning to that officer in the South.) In some European jurisdictions (e.g. I am so satisfied, Brother Senior Warden. It is the Grand Pursuivant's duty to announce all applicants for admission into the Grand Lodge by their names and Masonic titles; to take charge of the jewels and regalia of the Grand Lodge; to attend all communications of the Grand Lodge, and to perform such other duties as may be required by the Grand Master or presiding officer. In many lodges it is presumed that the Senior Warden will become the next Worshipful Master. Germany, Austria, France) the Orator ('Redner', i.e. Findel, Geschichte der Freimaurerei, 4th edn., Verlag J.G.Findel, Leipzig, 1878, p. 70. What are your duties there? endobj How to say deacon. The Junior Deacon then goes to the door, opens it, and finding the Tyler. W.M. The senior officer of a Masonic Lodge is the Master, normally addressed and referred to as the "Worshipful Master" (in Scotland, and in Lodges under the Scottish Constitution, the "Right Worshipful Master"). Only $11.99/month after trial. Omega Grand Lodge of the State of New York, This page was last edited on 8 November 2022, at 11:32. South. The United Grand Lodge of England changed its constitution in 2007 to allow for the appointment of a Grand Chancellor for the first time. J.W. As the Sun rises in the East to open and govern the day, so rises the Worshipful Master in the East to open and govern his Lodge; to set the craft to work, and give them good and wholesome instruction for their labors. What is the Senior Wardens station in the Lodge? The Deacon Speaking to the Church . who is a brother of the lodge. J.W. At the right hand of the Worshipful Master in the East. The office is filled annually by election, often by secret ballot. WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler Web90 Junior Java Developer jobs available in Ashburn, VA on Indeed.com. WM: The first great care of Masons when convened JD: To see that they are duly tyled. W.M. AYbeY &O.XX`2H2 7ZRK>*kW%fcm~ iR6Y?Vmflf*"#Y\M$`cO/ CJqh'U%%/2w-?_5Oj+v~WR(U' to W.M. The corresponding grand rank is Grand Master. This title is sometimes used in Continental ritual, but to describe the Director of Ceremonies role. In those jurisdictions which do not appoint an Inner Guard (and even in some that do), this duty is given to the Junior Deacon (see above). Warden eventually assumes the East, he will take this officer with him to The Master then proceeds as follows: W.M. In this year, the Junior Deacons will serve as bell ringers, acolytes, ushers and greeters as well as perform other responsibilities. In a Grand Lodge, the Grand Stewards are typically promising junior members, who may subsequently expect accelerated promotion as Grand Officers. What is the Worshipful Masters station in the Lodge? W.M. They are chosen because they show maturity of faith and a desire to continue their faith journey, as well as exhibiting a strong commitment to community service and the worship life of our church. Warden, when permitted by the WebExplain how safe working conditions result from a partnership between employer and employees. Listen to the audio pronunciation in English. The Secretary's official duties include issuing the summons (a formal notice of an impending meeting, with time, date and agenda), recording meeting minutes, completing statistical returns to the Grand Lodge, and advising the Worshipful Master on matters of procedure. <> Where were you made a Master Mason? J.D. L?c".vB =Lai:h;@.^dZ`$X L;pedjr"}Pi^3Vs?@"8p W.M. He is the messenger of the Senior Warden, as well as the lodge "doorman." 12 0 obj S.W. The more common ones include: The office of 'Inner Guard' (or Inside Sentinel) is mandatory in UK lodges, but rare in American lodges. In some jurisdictions, the Masters of Ceremony are responsible for answering alarms at the preparing room, examination room or outer doors. In some jurisdictions, the position is an elected office, while in others it is appointed by the Master. Do not sell or share my personal information. The Wardens are "regular officers" of the Lodge, meaning that the positions must be filled. To see that the lodge is tiled, Worshipful. The last as well as the first great care of Masons when convened? However, there are jurisdictions in which the office is distinct from any other, in which cases the duties of the office revolve around the organisation of processions and ensuring the correct precedence and etiquette in formal proceedings, including the introduction of visitors to the lodge. Has any brother around the Lodge any alterations to propose? After prayer the Master announces to the Lodge: W.M. Mister John Paul Jones who has long been in darkness and now seeks to be brought to light and to receive a part in the rights and benefits of this Worshipful Lodge, erected to God and dedicated to the Saints John, as all brothers and fellows have done before. In some jurisdictions, the office of 'Charity Steward' exists. S.W. Stewards are often tasked with an understudy role to fill the position of the Senior Deacon or Junior Deacon, in their absence. Here the Deacon performs the above Master of Ceremony duties. In some jurisdictions, a 'Librarian' procures Masonic reading material for Members of the Lodge and maintains a small Library where books and magazines may be borrowed. stream These are outlined below. The exact composition of the progressive officers varies slightly by jurisdiction, but will typically finish with the series: Junior Deacon, Senior Deacon, Junior Warden, Senior Warden, Worshipful Master.[1][2]. WebThe Junior Deacons, under the supervision of the Associate Minister & the board of Deacons, is a select group of 10th-12th graders. This is distinct (in such jurisdictions) from the role of the Director of Ceremonies in supervising the ritual of the lodge's degree ceremonies.