Saturday 28th September 2024 was a very special day for the Chapter in general, and III\Bro Gerry Jinks 32°, and III\Bro Simon Jinks 30°, in particular. The 157th meeting of the Chapter witnessed the most wonderfully conducted ceremony as the MWS, III\Bro Gerry Jinks 32°, had the pleasure of Enthroning his son, III\Bro Simon Jinks 30°, as Most Wise Sovereign. Not something witnessed very often!
The V\Ill\Bro I M Fothergill 33°, Inspector General, V\Ill\Bro S W Fowler 33°, (Chapter member), Inspector General for the District of Warwickshire and V\Ill\Bro Dr R N Hoare 33°, (Chapter member), Former Inspector General of Worcestershire, all those present were treated to a ceremony of the highest quality.
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 MSW Enthroned his successor with the knowledge that the Chapter was in good hands. The ‘New’ MWS appointed and invested his officers, and the Inspector General delivered the Address to the Chapter with his delightful enthusiasm.
The high quality of ritual on show did not stop there as, at the end of the Enthronement, two members of the Chapter delivered elements of the 18°, Ceremony of Perfection. E&P Bro R Pinner 18°, presented the Intermediate Degrees, and E&P N Nicholls presented the Collar & Signs. Both were faultless with their delivery for which they can be proud.
On completion of the Third Point the members retired to the Refectory to enjoy a rather substantial 3 course lunch. A fantastic meeting and great company enjoyed by all.
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