On Thursday 26th March 2026 eighteen members assembled to enjoy a delightful Perfection ceremony & annual business meeting.
Prior to Opening the Chapter, the Recorder read the Emergency Fire and Evacuation Procedures.
The Inspector General was escorted into the Chapter by the DC and was warmly welcomed by the MWS, E&P Bro J Battell 18°, who, confidently offered the IG his Chair and Baton which again proved a failure as the IG thanked the MWS for his generosity and returned the Baton saying that the Chapter required him to ‘sing for his supper’ a little later……..
The MWS then asked Ill.˙.Bro S Brotherton 30°, to act as First General, Ill.˙.Bro S Hillard 30°, to act as Marshal, and Ill.˙.Bro M Tonkin 31°, to act as Herald.
Following the singing of the Opening Hymn, the MWS Opened the Chapter and extended a warm welcome, particularly the Visitors. The Minutes of the previous meeting were then approved and signed by the MWS & IG.
Following a successful Ballot to Perfect Bro Dean Wagstaff, into our beautiful Order, the MWS instructed everyone to retire for the Intermediate Degrees. These were very competently and delightfully given by E&P Bro W Duthie 18°.
The MWS carried out the First Point in a word perfect and faultless manner, with the Marshal conducting the Candidate throughout the First Point with ‘total control’, leaving the Candidate oblivious to what was happening…………
The Chapter Recorder carried out the Second Point with Raphael, E&P Bro T McMillan 18°, conducting the Candidate with complete confidence, and very skilfully assisted by the Marshal. The IG carried out the Accolade with his customary polished delivery, and ‘sealed’ our new brother a Prince of the Order of the Rose Croix of Heredom. With the Raphael’s work not yet complete, he then gave an exemplary presentation of the Collar & Signs. The new made Prince then took his seat in the Chapter. Great work it has to be said by the Marshal, Raphael & Captain of the Guard, all carrying out their work for the first time. And not forgetting to mention the word-perfect ritual of the Herald………….!
With equally impressive and informative skill, the IG was delighted to present a Supreme Council Certificate to E&P Bro S Worton 18°, the Chapter Captain of the Guard.
Continuing with the Agenda, Ill.˙.Bro Dr Jonathan C Mead 30°, was declared the MWS elect for the ensuing year, and Ill.˙.Bro S Brotherton 30°, as the Treasurer for the ensuing year. The MWS then thanked Ill.˙.Bro Tony Munro 30°, for his 20 years unbroken service of his role as Treasurer, ably keeping the Chapter finances in a healthy condition throughout which was met with acclamation from all those present.Ill.˙.Bro Tony Munro 30°, said he was looking forward to a well-earned rest…….
On completion of collecting Alms and the Risings, the MWS carried out the Third Point in a delightful manner and Closed the Chapter. Members and guests retired to the Refectory to enjoy a well-earned fish supper.
An excellent and enjoyable evening.
Next meeting (E) – Thu 18th June 26.
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