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Pasadena Lodge of Perfection
150 North Madison Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91101-1710
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JANUARY
Thursday, January 1
New Years Day- Office Closed
Friday, January 9
4:00PM Cathedral Association
Election of Officers
6:30PM Dinner
8:00PM Stated Meeting
Consistory in Charge
Election of Officers
Women’s Association
Monday, January 12
7:00PM Band Practice
Friday, January 16
6:00PM Installation Practice
Friday, January 23
6:00PM Grand Master Reception
6:30PM Dinner
8:00PM Installation Ceremony
Monday, January 26
7:00PM Band Practice
Saturday, January 31
9:00AM Discussion Group
(22nd Degree)
Made in the
USA
Valley
Valley
of of
Pasadena
Pasadena
- July/August
- January 2015
2014
Ill. Eugene Pope 33° Memorial Reunion Class - November 2014
All Bodies
Gregory J. Gabriel, 320Almoner
Miles H. Bresee III, 320Treasurer
William F. Rook, 330Secretary
Stephen R. Miller, 320 KCCH
Organist
Keith D. Kramer, 320 KSA
Tiler
Scottish Rite Calendar
Keep Friday Nights for Scottish Rite
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Officers of the Pasadena Bodies
Lodge of Perfection
Herbert E. Rohwer, Jr., 330
Venerable Master
Chapter of Rose Croix
Arthur S. Beddoe, 330
Wise Master
Council of Kadosh
Jack Carlson, 320 KCCH
Commander
Consistory
Armin Schulhof, 320 KSA
Master of Kadosh
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Ancient & Accepted
Scottish Rite of Freemasonry
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Pasadena Scottish Rite Bulletin
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Pat Meyer, 32º
Mail Manager
Change of Address
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correct mailing address including ZIP CODE
when moving. POSTMASTER: Send
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Allegiance
The Bodies of the Ancient and Accepted
Scottish Rite sitting in the Valley of Pasadena,
Orient of California acknowledge and yield
allegiance to the Supreme Council (Mother
Council of the World) of the Inspector
General Knights Commander of the House
of the Temple of Solomon of the ThirtyThird and last degree of the Ancient and
Accepted Scottish Rite of the United States
of America.
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IN MEMORIAM
Herbert E. Rohwer, Jr., 330
Venerable Master, Lodge of Perfection
150 N. Madison Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
Ph. 626.795.4213
Robert F. Bunce, 32° Old West #813
September 20, 2013
Ronald J. Ritchie, 32° Palmdale #769
March 26, 2014
Steven Casciola, 33° Burbank #406
December 2, 2014
May Almighty God, in his infinite mercy,
Grant that we may meet again, to part no more.
Arthur S. Beddoe, 330
Wise Master, Chapter of Rose Croix
150 N. Madison Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
Ph. 626.795.4213
Women’s Association News
Happy New Year to you all.
I would like to say it has been an honor serving as President of the
Women’s Assn this year. I thank my fellow officers for their support
and advice and all who attended each meeting
Jack Carlson, 320 KCCH
Commander, Council of Kadosh
150 N. Madison Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
Ph. 626.795.4213
Ronald A. Seale, 33°
Sovereign Grand Commander
Frank Loui, 33°
Sovereign Grand Inspector General
in the Orient of California
Michael J. Bess, 33°
Personal Representative of
the Sovereign Grand Inspector General
in the Orient of California
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Armin Schulhof, 320 KSA
Master of Kadosh, Consistory
150 N. Madison Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
Ph. 626.795.4213
January is the month when we install the new officers for the
ensuing year. I wish them all the best for 2015.
To the new 32 degree masons of the Scottish Rite I ask you to
encourage your Wife, Sister, Mother or Daughter to join our
Women’s Assn. The meeting takes place after the stated meeting
dinner and while the men are having their meeting. Most months
we have an enjoyable program. We welcome new members.
Margaret Beddoe
President
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Language Center News
Armin J. Schulhof, 32° KSA
Happy New Year! This year the Language Center will celebrate 20
years of service. We are looking forward to a celebration later this
year. To date, we have served over 1000 clients and are so proud of
the outstanding commitment the Scottish Rite has shown to our
community!
Last month we celebrated Christmas with a show, a visit from Santa,
and refreshments. It was a great time for all. Many items on the Language Center’s Christmas wish list were fulfilled. Thank you to all for
your generous gifts.
This month the Language Center completed 107 hours of therapy for
the 25 children on our caseload, and evaluated three new children for
the program. We are thankful for the opportunity to serve so many
children in our community.
Thank you for your continued support,
The Language Center Staff
Music Notes
Happy New Year to all our brethren and their families. Your concert
band will be adding to their library, swing music of the 1940, 1950
and 1960. The music was a donation from The Shrine band which
was discontinued a few years ago. What is needed additionally for the
band is a percussionist, electric guitar, trombones, trumpets, baritone
saxophone and a tenor saxophone, All musicians that have these
instruments and other concert band instruments not mentioned are
welcome. The members of our band invites the instrument you have
stored away and bring you to our next practice. We rehearse on the
second and fourth Mondays from 7:00-9:00pm in the band room.
Musicaly yours,
Don Johansen 33º
Band Manager
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Master of Kadosh
Consistory
My Brethren, by the time you get this message,
it will be 2015 and the start of a new year. On
behalf of Sondra and myself, we hope you all had
a joyous holiday season and that you will all have
the best New Year ever with much good health and
happiness.
As Master of Kadosh of the Pasadena Consistory
I would like to thank everyone who supported
me both in my line and in general. I would like to
make special thanks to Bill Rook, our Secretary for
his help before meetings, and of course Ill. Herb Rohwer who I probably
pestered to death with many phone calls. I also Ill. Herb for preparing all the
good medicine for my wife.
This year was my first experience in being a Master at Scottish Rite, and I
must say that I enjoyed every minute of it. I especially enjoyed planning my
meetings and the ritual involved in each meeting. As a bonus, I am pleased
to say that I made many new friends and got to know and talk to many new
people and are very pleased to have and this opportunity.
Our January Stated Meeting of January 9, 2015 will be highlighted by the
election of Officers for 2015. The dinner hour will start at 6:30 P.M. with the
Stated Meeting at 8:00 P.M. It is very important that everyone attend. Hope
to see you all there.
In closing, I would like to mention that the Installation of Officers practice
will be held on January 16, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. for all officers at PSR, and the
actual Installation will be held on January 23, 2015 at 8:00 P.M. at Pasadena
Valley. Most Worshipful Russell E. Charvonia, Grand Master of Masons of
California will officiate.
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The Secretary’s Memo Pad
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Pasadena Childhood Language Center
Ill. William F. Rook, 33º
Ladies, Brethren and Friends, another year
has begun ad transition is at hand. First
let me say thank you to all who have been
Johnny on the spot and paid their dues.
And a special thanks to those that also gave
to the language center and or almoner fund.
Our fraternity relies on your support.
January is always a busy month at the Rite.
Because of the New Year Festivities in Pasadena, the stated meeting has been moved to
the 2nd Friday, January 9. On the 16th we
will have the officers assemble for installation practice at 7 PM. Then on
January 23rd, we will have installation of officers. The Most Worshipful
Russell Charvonia, Grand Master of Masons in California will be the
installing officer. There will be a reception for the Grand Master at 6
PM followed by dinner at 6:30 PM.
Now reservations are a must for both the stated meeting and installation
if you plan to attend the dinner. Deadline for reservations for the stated
meeting is Wednesday, January 7, and for the installation Tuesday, January 20. Donation for dinner is $10 for stated and $20 for installation,
for members and their invited guest. Remember a reservation made is a
reservation paid.
Beginning in February our stated meetings will move to 6 PM. There
will be a social time at 6:30 PM and dinner will commence at 7 PM followed by a program and or entertainment. It is hoped this schedule and
activities will promote attendance and family participation. We desire to
make the Rite more family friendly.
Remember as always “Save Friday Night for Scottish Rite”
Kristin Hoffman, M.A., CCC-SLP
Director/Clinician
Becky Griffiths
Office Coordinator
Donations may be made by a group, an organization, a couple, or an
individual. They may be made In Honor of…, In Memory of…, as a
member of the 365 Club, or as Friends of the Center. All donors are
recognized in the bulletin.
Thank You to Our November 2014 Donors
365 Club William Rook, Daniel Jones, Scott Manoogian,
Memorials
In Honor of
Friends of the Center Knights of St. Andrew, David Ogle,
Raffi Bedrossian, Robert Calderon, James Biever, Emil Cevik,
Mohyieddin Elghouleh, James Jarnagin, Steven Klien, Sterling
Lockett, Joseph Markosyan, David Patterson, Lawrence Reiche,
Robert Shepard, Earl Sounthein, Jack Vautin, Ygnacio Alva,
William Cheney, Gary Connaught, William Gray, Tracy Parker,
Calvin E. Smith, Gregory Gabriel, Godfrey Liganor, Floyd
Mugavero, Janice Holland, Tim French.
Language Center Wish List
Gift card for new books (Amazon or Barnes & Noble).
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January Dinner Menus
The P.R.’s Corner
Stated Meeting on January 9th
Chicken Noodle Soup
Salad w/Onion Vinagrette
Cornish Game Hen with Orange Cranberry Glaze,
White Fish, or Vegetarian
Garden Brown Rice
Seasonal Vegetables
Dessert.
Number of Reservations at $10.00 Per Person..................
Last Day for reservations: Wednesday, January 7th at 2pm
Installation on January 23rd
Hor d’oeuvres
Salad
Rib Eye Steak, Salmon, or Vegetarian
Roasted Red Potatoes
Seasonal Vegetable
Cheese Cake
Number of Reservations at $20.00 Per Person..................
Last Day for reservations: Tuesday, January 20th at 2pm
Fish or Vegetarian on request only when making reservation.
Remember - a reservation made is a reservation paid.
[email protected] or 626-795-4213
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Ill. Michael J. Bess, 33º
2014 was another successful year for our
valley. Welcome to all the new members that
chose Pasadena Valley over other valleys.
There is always something to learn and do
along your journey in Scottish Rite Masonry
and new members are encouraged to
become active and get involved. Our Annual
Installation of Officers and Grand Master’s
Reception will take place January 23, 2015.
The Reception is 6:00 P.M., Installation,
8:00 P.M. Most Worshipful Russ Charvonia
Grand Master of Masons in California will
serve as Installing Officer. This is a well
attended function and you should make
your reservations early. Remember, our
installations are open to all members, their
families and guests.
Starting in February 2015, our Stated Meetings will commence at 6:00 P.M.
and will conclude by 6:30 P.M. on the first Friday of the month. Following
the Stated Meeting a Social Time will take place in the dining room and
dinner will be served at 7:00 P.M. Hopefully this will give many of our
members additional travel time from work to the Rite and an opportunity
to attend the dinner. For your pleasure and enjoyment, we are returning to
an entertainment program scheduled to follow diner. At least four times
throughout the year, we will have entertainment in your newly refurbished
Auditorium. The balance of the dates are generally filled with Scottish
Rite events such as: Capping Ceremony, Ceremony of Remembrance and
Renewal, etc. Any remaining dates to be filled with guest speakers, or the
like, to be held in the Dining Room. Now you can take your significant
other to dinner and a show at the Rite.
Brethren, we are experiencing exciting times in our Valley, and I look
forward to another successful year.
Michael J. Bess, 33º
Personal Representative
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You are cordially invited to attend
The 121st Installation
Pasadena Scottish Rite Bodies
Installing Officer
Russell E. Charvonia
The Most Worshipful
Grand Master of Masons in California
Friday, January 23, 2015
Reception at 6:00 PM
Dinner at 6:30 PM
Installation at 8:00 PM
William F. Rook 33°
Gregory Gabriel 32°
Vram Martirosian 32°
Simon McIlroy 32° KCCH
Venerable Master Elect
Lodge of Perfection
Commander of Kadosh Elect
Council of Kadosh
Wise Master Elect
Chapter of Rose Croix
Master of Kadosh Elect
Consistory
Dinner reservation by January 20, 2015
[email protected] or 626-795-4213
Michael Bess 33° Personal Representative of
Frank Loui 33° Sovereign Grand Inspector General in California
The 149th Grand Master of Masons of California,
RUSSELL E. CHARVONIA
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