9 members of the Chapter plus 3 visitors including the Inspector General and the District Recorder met at Kings Heath Freemasons Hall on Saturday 25th January 2025 to enjoy a relatively short but never the less very enjoyable meeting.
The Inspector General, V\Ill\Bro Ian M Fothergill 33°, accompanied by V\Ill\Bro Stephen W Fowler 33°, (Inspector General for the District of Warwickshire), and V\Ill\Bro Dr Richard N Hoare 33°, (Former Inspector General of the District of Worcestershire), were escorted into the Chapter by the Director of Ceremonies. Before taking his seat in the Chapter, the MWS very kindly offered the Batten and Chair to the IG which was declined with equal kindness by the IG…….
Following the Opening Hymn, the Prelate gave the Chapter Prayer for St Francis of Assisi.
After opening the Chapter and confirming the Minutes of the previous meeting, The MWS Invested the Prelate as he was unfortunately absent for the Enthronement meeting.
Then followed an exemplary presentation of the Collar & Signs by Raphael, E&P Bro R Pinner 18°. The delivery was so good that the MWS informed him that he was tasked to deliver it again at their next meeting at which there will be a Perfection…………
On completion of the Third Point the members retired to the Refectory to enjoy an excellent 3 course lunch. Once again excellent meeting and great company enjoyed by all.
Next meeting – Saturday 26th April 2025.
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