On the morning of Saturday 30th November Freemasons from all around the province congregated to witness one of the highlights of our provincial calendar.
As usual, Provincial Stewards Lodge No.154 sprang into action, bringing the necessary accouterments and setting up the Temple. Once completed, the escort team and officers of the demonstration carried out their final rehearsals before heading to an evening of relaxation, ready for the big day.
With an audience representing the Provincial Executive led by the Provincial Grand Master, R.W.Bro. Rodney Charles Bignell as well as members of many of the Valencia Lodges and visitors from Murcia and beyond, the Worshipful Master, Bro. Manuel Guillen, a member of Hiram Abif 80, conducted an exemplary 1st degree ceremony in Spanish and English. The Candidate, Bro. David Paris Singer, who had been Initiated into Freemasonry using the Spanish Ancient Scottish Rite on 19th January this year received his initiation, this time using Valencian Emulation Ritual.
The Provincial Grand Master congratulated the team for the demonstration, which was carried out in an exemplary way before the lodge was closed.
Many brethren then continued to a Festive Board where the raffle raised 970€ which, with the alms collection of 291.13€ taken earlier.
Next year the PLOI will be hosted by Dovre Lodge No 184. Definitely an event for your diary!
Members of Dovre Lodge No. 184
Photographs taken on the day are available on:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1PMlzjKD2JYyPfmotRYJjA4ErzJShsxUS?usp=drive_link
On Saturday, November 23rd, the Provincial Grand Master, R.W. Bro. Rodney Charles Bignell and part of his executive team participated in the Charity Lunch organized by Hiram Abif Lodge No. 80 of Alicante with the support of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Valencia and Old Tower Lodge No. 49, other Valencian lodges as well as members of The Province of Murcia.
The lunch aimed to raise funds and collect non-perishable food items to help those affected by the recent floods in Valencia. In this aim, it was a resounding success. Almost 4000€ was collected on the day through auctions of memorabilia from the Spanish Double Olympic Medalist in Race Walking, Alvaro Martin, the famous Spanish singer, Daviles de Novelda, donations, and raffles. This money will be added to those generous donations already received, for distribution to those still suffering from the DANA floods.
On Tuesday, 19th November members of Oliva LaSafor Lodge 112, along with guests from Spain and England, held their last meeting of 2024.
They finished the year in style with a demonstration of a 1st degree ceremony. The lodge was opened by the Worshipful Master Edward Childs at his first meeting following his stroke on November 1st. After welcoming the delegation from Cliveden Lodge 7944, in the Hailstone Province of Buckinghamshire he delegated W.Bro John McGuire (IPM) to continue the ceremony.
The evening was concluded with the Master leading the Festive Board and thanking the members for their support following his illness.
The visitors responded to their toast complimenting both the quality of the ritual as well as the hospitality of the Lodge. Some of the visitors are now planning to return for the 25th Anniversary and installation meeting being held on the 25th February 2025.
WBro Steve Cleary WBro Nick Wilson, WBro Kevin Wilson, and Bro Rob Peake. All members of Cliveden Lodge 7944 in the Hailstone Province of Buckinghamshire along with lodge members.
The members of Arenal Deportiva Lodge No 65 once again cordially invite you to celebrate Chinese New Year 2025 at a special dinner hosted at Sabores II Restaurant, Moraira, on Saturday, January 18th, 2025.
This will once again be a fun event with a special menu selected by Florence and will suit all tastes. Fancy Dress (Chinese) is encouraged and we will also hold a raffle draw with proceeds going to support Masonry.
Tickets are priced at €22 which includes the special menu, ½ bottle of wine, a small beer or soft drink, as this is usually very popular, we encourage early reservations. Please scan the QR code and complete the Jotform to reserve your places. You will receive an invoice with payment instructions.
For more information Email: peter_john1@hotmail.com or call 618017201
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Brethren from the Provincial Grand Lodge of Valencia , were very pleased to be able to deliver a large number of donations collected from local lodges at the Costa Nova Masonic Centre to the HELP shop in Javea. These much-needed items will be added to and delivered to those in need who are still suffering in the recent flood-affected areas of Valencia.
It was stated that it was wonderful to see the true spirit of Freemasonry exemplified by such a large number of generous donations, which are still very much needed by those still suffering in the wake of the recent floods.