June 2025

St. John's Lodge No. 2
A.F. & A.M.

P.O. Box 409
1406 Wilmington Road
New Castle, Delaware 19720
(302) 328-9303

Regular Communication Every
2nd Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.

Except July and August


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Stated Communication

Dress Code

Brothers, this year we are again going to support our local VA Hospital; it is only through the sacrifice of our veterans that we can enjoy the freedom that we have today.

Until further notice the dress code will be business casual for those who bring a donation item. Acceptable items are:

Package of Socks
Package of T-shirts
Pair of Pajama bottoms
Pair of Slippers
Toiletries (tooth brush, tooth paste, soap, deodorant)
Package of Men's Underwear

Remember, they sacrificed a lot so we can be free to meet as Masons.

Tux / Suit / Jacket will be required for all degree work.

From The East

Past Masters, Officers and Brothers,

Brethren I would like to start by thanking everyone who came to the Master Mason Degree on May 28th it was exciting and

was performed in an excellent manner. RW Thomas J. Ventura, Sr., PJGW, assumed the East, RW Deputy Grand Master Richard McTheny assumed the West and PM Clayton Hewes assumed the South, it was an outstanding night thanks to all.

Brothers, it has been an exciting year, thinking back on all the great events we had, The Grand Master Visit,The Crab Feast, The Car Show, The First Responders Lunch, Movie night, The Craft Fair, The Pancake Breakfast, an All You Can Eat Ham and Oyster dinner, The 5K Run, and The Hands Only CPR Class. These events were only possible due to the hard work of all the brethren in the lodge and I want to thank you all for everything you did. All the hard work, all the donations for the VA Hospital and the SPCA. These events all had a purpose, most raised money for our cause, some gave back to the community. We were able to make generous donations to the VA Hospital, SPCA, First Responders and the Cancer Society of Delaware.

We had Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Mason Degrees, with two Past Masters Raising their sons to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason. We welcomed the brothers of Christiana Lodge #35 into our Lodge. I can't think of a better year. Thank you all.

At our Stated Communication June 11th we will be nominating the Elected Officers of St. John's Lodge No 2. If you are interested in joining the officer line or have questions about it, please come out and talk to a lodge officer. It was my Honor to serve as Master of St. John's Lodge this year.

Fraternally Yours,
W∴M∴ Herman E. Williams, Jr.

Attest: Robert C. Wright
Secretary

Important Lodge Dates

Officer / Member School of Instructions
Every Monday Night at 7:30pm

Fellowcraft Degree
June 4

NC Separation Day
June 6 & 7

Blood Drive
June 14

Announcements

FELLOWCRAFT DEGREE – On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, the Officers of St. John's lodge will confer the Fellowcraft Degree at 7:30pm. Refreshments will be provided after the degree.

ST. JOHN'S BLOOD DRIVE – On June 14, 2025, St. John's Lodge, will be holding a blood drive at the Lodge from 9am until 1pm. Please come out and support this life saving measure

NEW CASTLE SEPARATION DAY – On June 6 & 7, 2025, Historic New Castle's annual Separation Day Celebration. This is the annual celebration of Delaware's independence from Pennsylvania and the British Crown. 2025 marks the 249th anniversary of arguably one of the longest running traditions in the state. Friday night festivities include music, food and drink in the center of town. Saturday kicks off with a Colonial‐inspired parade. There will be children's rides, an Artisan and Vintage market, live music, beer garden and food. The day culminates with fireworks over the Delaware River.

FROM THE SECRETARY – There are still several brothers that have not paid their 2024 or 2025 dues as of yet. If you do not have a 2025 dues card in your wallet, then you are most likely one of the aforementioned brothers. Contact the secretary if you are unsure.

FACEBOOK – St. John's Lodge has a Facebook page which enables us to spread some announcements and pictures pertaining to the lodge faster. If you have a Facebook account, "Like" us to get informed quicker!

ASSISTANCE – Please notify us if you know of any member who is ill or in need of assistance.

GOOD OF MASONRY –If any Brethren have anything to offer for the good of masonry for future issues of the Trestle Board, please email W∴M∴Herman Williams

NEED A RIDE? – As always, if you need a ride to the lodge, please call any officer. It would be our pleasure to pick you up and take you home.

For all events and fundraisers please contact any officer for more information and tickets.