June 19, 2010 - Lodge Picnic

On Saturday morning, the officers gathered to cleanup following a fantastic Stated Communication on Thursday where 146 Masons gathered for food, fellowship, and to great the Grand Master of Masons in Virginia, to prepare hot dogs and hamburgers for the members and their families.

Although attendance was not as high for this event, it was an opportunity for the officers, members and their families that did attend, to relax and enjoy some well deserved fellowship.

June 17, 2010 - 100 Master Masons Night

Thursday, June 17th was the normal June stated communication of Bremond Lodge, it was also the Official Visit of the Grand Master of Masons in Virgnina, Most Worshipful William Earle Rorer, Jr. To top it off, the Worshipful Master and Officers went about getting the word out and set the challange to have 100 Master Masons in attendance, well they top it with 126 146 Master Masons signing in for the meeting.

As a part of the festivities of the evening, the brothers enjoyed the fellowship of both old and new friends, a roast pig and a great set of presentations by the Grand Master and others. The evening was enjoyed by all. Click here for more pictures of the evening.

May 20, 2010 - Honor and Remember Presentation

George Lutz, Founder of Honor and Remember Inc.

Prior to the May Stated, a program was presented by George Lutz, the founder of Honor and Remember, a non profit organization whose mission is promote the remembrance of all deceased military members by name, not just as an anonymous group. One of the means of doing this is to gain national recognition of the flag (displayed). So far the organization has received official recognition from a number of states, Virginia being one. With the states supporting the program, it is hoped that congress will follow suit.

One way to assit is to visit the organizations web site (click their logo below) and sign the petition.

May 20, 2010 - New Marshall

Eric Creasman

At the May Stated, Worshipful Patrick Murphrey appointed and installed Bro. Eric Creasman as Marshall, filling the vacancy left with the departure for Florida by Bro. David Stevens.

May 8, 2010 - Graduates

Graduates Recognized

Freemsonry is not just about what goes on within the walls of a meeting room, it extends further. On Saturday, Bremond hosted, with the assistance of the ladies of Emera Chapter No. 31 O.E.S., a reception for several new graduates and their families. The graduates, Patrick Murphrey, David Stevens received their Juris Doctorates at Katie Annas her Masters earlier that morning. Patrick and David now start studying for their bar exams this summer.
Congratulations to all who have furthered their education this year.

Mar. 18, 2010 - Member of Bremond Lodge Appointed
District Education Officer for Dist. 14B

At the March Stated, Right Worshipful Jerry Whitlock, DDGM Dist 14B, presented Wor. Kenny Kilgore with his new apron, name tag and his warrant as the District Education Officer for Dist. 14B.

Wor. Kilgore served Bremond Lodge as it's Worshipful Master in 2007 and on recommendation of the Division X Provost, and endorsed by the Grand Provost, the Grand Master appointed Wor. Kilgore to serve as DEO, to assist in the Masonic Education of the Brothers in Dist. 14B.

Feb. 20, 2010 - VA PI Chapter of Sigma Pi Epsilon
and Bremond Lodge

For the past four years, a special bond has existed between the VA PI chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon from Christopher Newport University and Bremond Lodge. Twice a year the members of "SigEp" would gather at various locations to conduct their induction weekends and in 2006 the lodge was approached about the possibility of allowing the fraternity to use the lodge building for the purpose of conducting their induction ceremonies, and that was the beginning of an outstanding relationship.

This year the leadership of Bremond Lodge was looking for a way to further that relationship and on Saturday, February 20, 2010, over 20 lodge members met at the lodge and hosted lunch for the 40+"SigEp" brothers following their induction ceremonies. The afternoon was filled with food and fellowship, and everyone one is looking forward to the next opportunity to get together.

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Feb. 18, 2010 - Bremond Lodge Makes Recommendation for
2012 District Deputy for Dist. 14B

At the February Stated, per Executive Order No. 2, the brothers selected Wor. Geo. Thomas Mainwaring as their recommendation for District 14B's District Deputy Grand Master for 2012.

Wor. Tom served Bremond as their Worshipful Master in 1999 and is currently filling a vacancy as Senior Warden.

At the same time, the brothers agreed on recommending Wor. Glenn DeVol as an alternate for Wor. Tom.

Jan. 21, 2010 - District Deputy Grand Master Visits Bremond

On Thursday, January 21, 2010, Right Worshipful Jerry Whitlock made his official visit to Bremond Lodge. The evening began with a great meal provided by the ladies of Emera Chapter No. 31 O.E.S. Over 40 brothers attended this evening, including Rt. Wor. Jim Freeman, the DDGM for District 14A.

The evening was filled with fellowship and Rt. Wor. Whitlock brought greatings from Most Worshipful William Earl Rorer Jr., Grand Master of Masons in Virginia. Rt. Wor. Whitlocks remarks were well recieved by the brothers.

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Jan. 1, 2010 - New Years Day Oyster Roast

For a number of years, New Years Day would find the brothers of Bremond Lodge gathering downtown for an oyster roast that was organized by Bro. Wilroy Sammons. That annual gathering ended when Bro. Sammons passed to the Celestial Lodge. In 2001, Bro. Wilroy Sammons II wished to honor his father and with the support of the lodge officers re-initiated the tradition of gathering at the lodge for a New Years day oyster roast.

For the next seven years, Bro. Wilroy played an integral part in keeping the tradition alive. With Bro. Sammons passing in June, there was some concern about whether the oyster roast would continue. Not to worry, it was decided that the tradition of Bremond Lodge gathering on New Years Day morning fellowship and oysteres would countinue, and this past New Years Day, they did just that for the 1st Annual Wilroy Sammons Memorial Oyster Roast, honoring father, son, and Bros. Sammons.

Not only did we consume two bussels of oysters, but a large pot of black-eyed peas, hot dogs and hamburgers. This is indeed a family event and all are welcome. Put it on your calendar now to join us and our families for the annual oyster roast at the lodge.

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Dec. 19, 2009 - Bremond Lodge Distributes Poinsettias to their Widows

At 8:30 AM on Saturday, December 19th, a dedicated group of Brothers gathered at the lodge ot load up and deliver poinsettias to the widows of our brothers who have passed on to the Celestial Lodge.

The brothers departed with their delivery instructions prepared to make 41 deliveries, unfortunately only 36 were deliverable, the other 5, unfortunately had recently moved we were unable to locate. If you know of a widow of Bremond Lodge that did not get a visit on Dec. 19th, or of one that moves during the year, please let the secretary know.

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