NORTH PORT, FLORIDA

North Port Lodge No. 406

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Inside this issue:

From the East 1

From the West 2

From the South 3

Masonic Education 2&3

Sickness / Distress 4

Officer List 4

Masonic Birthdays 5

Lodge Committees 5

Officer Contact 6

Petitions for Membership 6

Sponsors 6&9

January Trestleboard

Illness & Distress

Brethren, please report any sickness or distress

Bro. Jack Watson 941-240-5737 jackwatsonjr42@aol.com

W:. Louis Ortt (941)-485-5313 lhortt@verizon.net

Lodge Calendar

From the East From the East:

The new masonic year is here. I hope you have had a very merry

Christmas and Happy new year. As of the writing of this article it is not

Christmas yet and we have not had our installation. The installation is

on the 9th of January at Venice Lodge. Officers are to be there at 11:00

AM, Lunch at 12: 00(noon) / 1:00PM. Installation.

We will be having a practice on Tuesday December 5th at Punta Gorda

Lodge at 7:00PM. for installation practice and to learn our new parts.

All officers are to attend.

Followed by an officers meeting. Our regular officer meeting will be at

Perkins on Salford & US 41 at 7:00. Followed by a brief meeting of the

North Port Charity for Needy Children. (Perkins meeting on Jan 26)

I would like to thank all the brothers for the support of our officers and

North Port Lodge this past year. For all the time and work that you

have done to make this Lodge a vital part of this community and the

accomplishments that have been achieved thus far. Thank you.

And finally, I would like to thank all of you for electing me to the

office of Worshipful Master for 2016.I will do my best to help the

Lodge move in a positive way and firm direction.

Fraternally,

Worshipful Master

Mike Tirpak

January 2016

Tues 5th 7:00pm Officer Installation Practice @ @ Punta Gorda Lodge

Sat 9th Installation of Officers @ Venice Lodge No. 301

Open to the public (Masons, Friends, Family and all)

11:00pm Officers Arrive

12:00pm Lunch Served 1:00pm Installation Ceremony Begins

Wed 13th 7:00pm Stated Communication (Bring current dues card)

Tues 26th 7:00pm Officers meeting followed by short meeting of the

North Port Charity For Needy Children

@ Perkins on Salford & 41(all officers to attend)

Wed 27th 7:00pm Stated Communication (Bring current dues card)

All Stated Meetings: Farley Funeral Home: 5900 S. Biscayne Blvd. , North Port, Florida 34287

Charity:

Our Quarterly Charity is the

SWFL Chapter of the

Blue Star Mothers

From the West

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Masonic Education

My Brothers All,

My brothers and all,Happy happy new years to you. I would like to

congratulate all the officers for the new year. I look forward to seeing

everyone at the installation on January 9th. We will be holding it at Venice

lodge. Officers must be there at 11 o'clock. Lunch will be served at 12:00

instalation will be at 1:00. We will be having a final practice at the Punta

Gorda Logde on the 5th of January at 7 o'clock all officers are required to attend if possible. There will also

will be a short officers meeting following practice.

We also will be having an officers meeting at the end of the month on the 26th prior to our stated

meeting the following day.

That officers meeting will also be held at Perkins on 41 and Salford at 7:00 in the back room. As

your senior warden this year, I will do my best to assist the Worshipful Master and the craft, in all our future

transactions as Master Masons. One of the oldest brotherhood and fraternities to exist today.

Fraternally,

Michael Short, SW

Is an emblem of innocence, it should

be clean and white in color. It is also

the badge of a Mason and should be

worn with pride and honor to the Fraternity. Officers

should wear the apron assigned to the office they

were installed into for that year. Past Masters should

wear their Past Masters Apron which can be any

design except Gold accents should never be used

except for Grand Lodge Aprons. The apron is to be

worn under the coat unless you are wearing a double-

breasted coat or an overcoat.

When addressing mail to a Brother

Mason, do not put his title as such on the

envelope. It should be addressed as:

Hon. John Doe

In the salutation of the letter the title should

appear as:

R:. W:. John Doe

71 West 23rd Street

New York City, NY

Dear Brother Doe,

CORRESPONDENCE

(MASONIC)

APRON

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Brethren,

Thank you thank you for advancing me to the first step, of the

principal officers of the Lodge. It's been fun and educational in re-learning

the ritual of the Masonic Order. I first entered masonry in October 1968

and receiving my (3) third degree in February 4th 1969 in an eastern area

Cleveland, Ohio Lodge. I was a regular attending Mason for several years.

I did not have the time to get involved in advancing in the lodge at that time, it was an obligation of nine (9)

years. I was working a lot of extra hours, and at one point I began attending occasionally, and then none at all.

When I arrived in Florida and got involved in Shrinedom in 1988,I went to several different Florida

Lodges with Shrine friends or when I was on the Shrine Devan.

Being a member of the North Port Shrine Club, and the organizers of the upcoming

North Port U.D. Masonic Lodge, were asking for members to get involved I did so, starting with Junior

Steward. It's hard to get the ritual into my block of wood, I will do my best.

Yours in Fraternal friendship

David "Wheatie" Wheatcroft, JW

In 1969, seventeen Masonic Lodges from the

22nd and 23rd districts incorporated the Masonic

Park and Youth Camp, Inc. as a 501 (3)c nonprofit

corporation. The purpose of this corporation is to

own, develop, improve, operate, and manage a camp

for the primary use of young men, women and

families. The Masonic Park seeks to promote the

moral, intellectual and physical well being of such

people through education in the conservation of

wildlife and natural resources. The Masonic Park

provides an opportunity for such young people to

learn and develop the qualities of leadership and

physical fitness by providing for them lodging

amenities, outdoor athletic facilities, canoeing,

hiking, lecture and wild life exploration, indoor

entertainment halls, dining facilities, and much more.

In the same year, the Masonic Park and Youth

Camp, Inc. purchased 204 pristine acres of

wilderness property located at 18050 U.S. Hwy. 301

South in Wimauma, Florida. The property is bordered

by three quart miles of the Little Manatee River and has

a small lake on the property. One reason for such a

purchase was to provide accommodations for RV's,

motor homes, and motor coaches. As part of the park

development, we've incorporated over 125 acres of

hiking trails. Along the trails, you'll find some of the

most beautiful wildlife that Florida has to offer.

They have partnered with the Florida Fish and

Wildlife Conservation Commission and the Florida

Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN). The

Commission's commitment to research, education, and

conservation of Florida wildlife compliments the overall

purpose and design of the Masonic Park. The FYCCN's

bold new program, jointly sponsored by the Florida Fish

and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the

Wildlife Foundation of Florida, leads the effort to

reconnect Florida's children with traditional outdoor

activities.

From the South

Masonic Education Masonic Park and Youth Camp, Florida

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North Port Lodge’s own webpage.

www. NorthportMasons.com

Worshipful Master …..

Senior Warden ……….

Junior Warden ……….

Treasurer …………….

Secretary …………….

Asst. Secretary ………

Senior Deacon ……….

Junior Deacon ……….

Senior Steward ………

Marshall ……………..

Chaplain ………………

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Tyler …………………

Michael Tirpak P.M.

Michael Short

David Wheatcroft

Mark Yates

Samuel P Cohen

Brian Festa

Larry Bernard

Pro-tem

Pro-tem

R:.W:. Rodger Craig

John Watson Jr

W:. Louis Ortt

J.D. Copher

Current Lodge Officers

Sickness and Distress

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Brethren we have a number of those who could use your appeal to the Great Architect of the Universe. Brethren please keep all those who truly need your prayers, in your thoughts. May God bless and watch over us all until we

meet again.

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Chaplain Jack Watson 941-240-5737

jackwatsonjr42@aol.com

Assistant Chaplain W:. Louis Ortt (941)-485-5313

lhortt@verizon.net

Perpetual Members Brother Ayotte Arthur

Brother Samuel Cohen

Brother John Copher

W:. James Godshal

Brother Christopher Harrison

Brother Donald E Kissel

W:. Charles Levan P.D.D.G.M.

W:. Louis Ortt

W:. B. John Ross

W:. Les Ruggiero

Brother John Watson Jr.

Brother John Watson III

Brother Mark Yates

North Port Lodge No. 406

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James Godshall —- 2012

Andrew P. Wormington —- 2013

Michael Cullen —- 2014

Michael Tirpak —- 2015

Past Masters of North Port Lodge

Masonic Birthdays

Murray Cranston 01/01/98 John Wermann PDDGM 01/12/98 John Yonan P.M 01/26/72 Thomas Mays 01/01/6

Masonic Quotes

"Men grow when inspired by a high purpose, when

contemplating vast horizons. The sacrifice of oneself is

not very difficult for one burning with the passion for a

great adventure.” ~ Alexis Carrel

Finance: Chair: Mike Short, Senior Warden (941-812-9556)

- and up to 6 members appointed by the Master

Vigilance: Chair: David Wheatcroft, Junior Warden (941-423-2476) - and 2 members appointed by the Worshipful Master

Petitions: Chair: W:.M:. Michael Tirpak (941-626-5963) - and up to 7 members appointed by the Master

Masonic Education: Chair: R:.W:.Rodger Lee Craig, PDDGM (941-284-9218)

Board of Relief: Chair: W:.M:. Michael Tirpak (941-626-5963) - Worshipful Master and Wardens

Charity: Chair: David Wheatcroft, Junior Warden (941-423-2476) - and 2 members appointed by the Worshipful Master

Lodge Property: Chair: Samuel P Cohen, Secretary (941-377-0273) - and 3-5 members appointed by the Worshipful Master

Lodge Instructor/Mentor: Chair: R:.W:.Rodger Lee Craig, PDDGM (941-284-9218)

Investigation: Chair: David Wheatcroft, Junior Warden (941-423-2476) Ad Hoc Committee formed when presented a task - 3 members appointed by the Worshipful Master

Public Relations: Chair: W:. David Kissel P.M.

Masonic Funerals: Chair: W:. Louis Ortt (941-485-5313)

Fundraising: Chair: David Wheatcroft, Junior Warden (941-423-2476)

Social Events: Chair: Larry Bernard (941-780-2681)

Masonic Youth: Chair: W:. Drew Wormington P.M. (941-815-0951)

Catechism: Chair: Henley Lee Burton

Scholarship & Awards: Chair: Brian Festa, Asst. Secretary

Child ID: Chair: Mark Yates, Treasurer (941-812-9556)

LYPMGS & MH-100: Chair: Mike Short, Senior Warden (941-812-9556)

Perpetual Membership: Chair: Brian Festa, Asst. Secretary

MMRL: Chair: David Wheatcroft, Junior Warden (941-423-2476)

Standing Lodge Committees

Additional Lodge Committees

Please Turn Off Cell Phones in Lodge!!

Please respect our lodge and your brothers by turning off your cell phone while in lodge. There will be request for a donation of $5 to the charity box if your phone rings during open lodge.

Trestleboard Sponsors

North Port Masonic Lodge invites you to support our lodge

through sponsorship of the North Port Lodge

Trestleboard.

The following sponsorships are

available. Plumb: $5 to $20 Level : $21 to $35

Square : $36 to $50

Available to our Brethren: Fellowship Banners are Available Contact our Secretary to order your banner celebrating our new Lodge. Cost $10.00

Lodge Name Tags Contact our Chaplin: Jack Watson 240-5737 to order your North Port Member name tag. Cost $8.00

Lodge Pins: North Port Masonic Lodge Pin Available during your visit to Lodge Quantities are limited for this current order batch Cost $5.00

North Port Lodge No. 406

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Size 6”x 8”

Simply contact any officer about becoming a sponsor. If you’d like to send a check, please

make a note of Trestleboard Sponsor on

the check.

Officer Contact Info Preferred Dress Code for Lodge Meetings

Master Masons: Business Casual is preferred for Called & Stated Meetings. Lodge Officers: White shirt, bowtie, black Jacket & black socks.

Thanks to our current Trestleboard sponsors

Plumb Victor Kimantovich

Square Alessio "Curly" Ruggiero, Victor Kimantovic,

Donald White & John Brophy

Bro. Michael C. Glotz Bro. Jose Hernandez Bro. James Garrison Bro. Jeff Stowe Bro. Robert Murray

Bro. Patrick Korvach Bro. Angelo Watson Bro. Robert ‘Bobby’ Graus Bro. Lester Broussard Jr.

Fellowcraft (awaiting catechism giveback )

Bro. Viktor Klimantovic

Worshipful Master Michael Tirpak

1081 Ohana Way #105 North Port, Fl 34289

941-626-5963

wmasternplodge@gmail.com

Senior Warden Junior Warden Michael Short David Wheatcroft

4575 Hamwood

North Port, FL 34287

941-812-9556 mikeashort@gmail.com

Treasurer Secretary Mark Yates Samuel Cohen

3332 Bailey Palm Ct.

North Port, Fl 34288

941-377-0273 secretary@northportmasons.com

Bro. Bret Borgersen Bro. Christopher McNeil

Bro. Mark Yates Bro. Henley Lee Burton

Master Mason (awaiting catechism giveback )

Petitioning Membership

Entered Apprentices

Mr. Alex Shulman

Fellowcraft (awaiting Master Mason Degree )

Bro. Steve Marotta

Bro. Todd Boynton

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North Port Lodge No. 406 Sponsored Masonic Youth

Organizations

The Order of

DeMolay Propose a young man to join

our new chapter. Youth membership application on the next page.

Thank you for

your support!

Lord Baden

"No one can pass through life, any more than he can

pass through a bit of country, without leaving tracks

behind, and those tracks may often be helpful to those

coming after him in finding their way.”

“Happiness is not mere pleasure not the outcome of

wealth. It is the result of active work rather than

passive enjoyment of pleasure.”

Business Sponsors

North Port Lodge No. 406

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or Business Listing

$75 Annually

$50 for 3/4 size

SEND CHECK AND

BUSINESS CARD TO:

3332 Bailey Palm Court,

North Port, FL 34288

or bring them to the lodge

and see one of our Lodge

Officers