Lodge Kirkliston Maitland 482
Bro. Stuart F. Donald R.W.M.
In his first message following the meeting of the heads of all Masonic Orders in Scotland, the Grand Master Mason Bro. Ramsay McGhee strikes an optimistic note by maintaining the plan to resume Masonic activity at the start of the new Autumn season.
He points out that this would be a ‘phased return’ and will depend on restrictions in place at the time. And Lodges would need to ensure they comply with any local requirements. More information from Grand Lodge will follow in the weeks ahead.
The Covid-19 vaccination programme continues to give everyone a great boost and will help get us get back to a more normal way of life, hopefully in the not-too-distant future.
Masonic Lodges both at home and abroad continue to help those in need by raising funds to aid those less fortunate than ourselves. This remains an on-going effort with 482 playing their part, and can I again thank the brethren of the Lodge for their on-going support in our ‘Good Causes’ fund raising.
So, although it may be a bit longer before meetings get fully back to normal, let’s hope we can start getting together again in the Autumn.
And finally, please remember, you can view the most recent weekly update from the Grand Master Mason HERE.
Brother Stuart F. Donald - Right Worshipful Master
He points out that this would be a ‘phased return’ and will depend on restrictions in place at the time. And Lodges would need to ensure they comply with any local requirements. More information from Grand Lodge will follow in the weeks ahead.
The Covid-19 vaccination programme continues to give everyone a great boost and will help get us get back to a more normal way of life, hopefully in the not-too-distant future.
Masonic Lodges both at home and abroad continue to help those in need by raising funds to aid those less fortunate than ourselves. This remains an on-going effort with 482 playing their part, and can I again thank the brethren of the Lodge for their on-going support in our ‘Good Causes’ fund raising.
So, although it may be a bit longer before meetings get fully back to normal, let’s hope we can start getting together again in the Autumn.
And finally, please remember, you can view the most recent weekly update from the Grand Master Mason HERE.
Brother Stuart F. Donald - Right Worshipful Master
And let us again remember to extend our sincere thanks to all the dedicated NHS workers on the front line in our hospitals, or caring for our elderly in their homes and the many, many others who put themselves at risk in order to care for others.
'Good Causes' Update
482 again brought a splash of colour to Sir James McKay House in Edinburgh by donating and planting shrubs and bedding plants into containers provided by the Widows Sons Scotland East Chapter. Full story and photographs on our blog page.
The Lodge have donated £500 towards the village’s 2021 Childrens’ Gala Day. The cheque was presented by Right Worshipful Master Bro. Stuart Donald to Gala President Steph Wilson who expressed her sincere thanks to the Lodge for such a generous donation. Photo and full details on our blog pages.
The brethren of 482 presented £300 to Kirkliston Primary School to aid funding for local vulnerable children and the children of key workers. The cheque was presented by Right Worshipful Master Bro. Stuart Donald to Head Teacher Mrs. Lucy Henderson who offered her sincere thanks to members of the Lodge, adding that the cash would be put to good use.
Thanks to the generosity of 482 Lodge members, our Right Worshipful Master Bro. Stuart Donald had the pleasure of delivering over £500 worth of newborn baby clothing and over £200 worth of toiletries to the Birth Unit at Edinburgh's Royal Infirmary. Presentation photo and full details on our blog pages.
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As well as supporting other fund-raising efforts, there were the presentation of 'comfort boxes' to Leonard Cheshire Homes in both Kirkliston and Newhaven.
Our Right Worshipful Master Bro. Stuart Donald is pictured (left) making the presentation. |
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We also replanted pots, troughs and hanging baskets at Sir James McKay House, bringing back a splash of colour to their garden. You can read out this HERE.
482 were also delighted to contribute £200 towards an amazing Christmas enterprise that saw Christmas Dinners being delivered to 45 local individuals and families.
This ‘Sponsor a Christmas Dinner’ appeal was jointly organised by The Newliston Arms, Queensferry Churches Care in the Community (QCCC) and other local organisations, with the dinners being delivered to vulnerable and shielding individuals, as well as younger local families.
482 were also delighted to contribute £200 towards an amazing Christmas enterprise that saw Christmas Dinners being delivered to 45 local individuals and families.
This ‘Sponsor a Christmas Dinner’ appeal was jointly organised by The Newliston Arms, Queensferry Churches Care in the Community (QCCC) and other local organisations, with the dinners being delivered to vulnerable and shielding individuals, as well as younger local families.
Lodge MeetingsLodge Kirkliston Maitland 482 meet in Kirkliston Bowling Club, normally on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month from September to April. However, all Masonic meetings are presently suspended and for up-to-date information, please contact the secretary.
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