The complete lodge secretary book

The old charges of the masons lodges were documents describing the duties of the members, part of which the charges every mason had to swear on admission. It is now required that all lodges use the new interactive webbased masonic online registry interface or mori program in keeping the records of your lodge. Handbooks the complete lodge secretary lewis masonic. Mb386 masonic secretary book preserve all pertinent facts and activities regarding each monthly meeting. The office of the grand secretary is available to assist any lodge in the use of this program. The newcomers to this office often lack experience and this book is written with this. Financial secretary handbook the financial secretary is an integral part of the structure of the knights of columbus.

Anselm lodge no 5166 in march 1976 and became master in 1983. Boaz lodge holds it s stated meetings on the second thursday of the month except for july and august. The wellbeing of a lodge largely depends upon its secretary. The complete lodge secretary download ebook pdfepub. The complete lodge secretary is a regularly updated computer program that centralises lodge information. While it can be said the worshipful master is supreme in his lodge, a wise, skilled secretary may well be celestial in his importance to the lodge. The office of public affairs opa is the single point of contact for all inquiries about the central intelligence agency cia. Complete lodge secretary out of stock letchworths shop. When the fire in the original hunting lodge was mentioned i though this was a clue that history was going to be repeated, but it wasnt. The smooth running and wellbeing of a lodge depends upon its secretary. This book deals with all the activities undertaken by thr lodge secretary from accepting the office to handing over to his successor. Search the worlds most comprehensive index of fulltext books.

The general principles in this practical guide also apply to the side degrees as well. The complete lodge secretary makes the role of secretary less demanding by providing reports and information. A lodge secretary must possess a complete understanding of how the lodge functions. Buy the complete lodge secretary first edition by gordon g. Chapter xviii the lodge secretary the masonic trowel. The screenshots look good but how good is the software in practice. For this reason, every lodge had a copy of its charges, occasionally written into the beginning of the minute book, but usually as a separate manuscript roll of parchment. Macoy publishing has masonic rings, masonic aprons, masonic books plus order of eastern star fez, sashes, and scottish rite items and shrine fez. The complete lodge secretary program is presented in the form of a number of rooms. Mar 18, 2010 buy the complete lodge secretary first edition by gordon g. If, as a lodge secretary you have a particular problem you should, in the first instance, consult the book of constitutions and this manual.

If so, how useful has this been for maintaining a lodge database please. Brought back due to popular demand the lodge secretary book by. Books publications ritual books software for the complete lodge secretary. Grand secretaries office if you need help with the grand secretaries database, updating records, masonic genealogy in texas, masonic visitations, of anything else requiring communication with the grand secretary, please use one of the methods listed below.

A computer program that centralises lodge information providing over 120 screens of lodge management and ceremonial information, procedural guidance and reports based on the book of constitutions of the united grand lodge of england. The perfect gift idea for the aspiring chef in your life or the cookingcurious, lodge cast iron sets provide the essential pieces anyone needs to stock a complete kitchen. Contact lodge software if you need a version for other than windows 10. To many of my fellowmembers of the quatuor coronati lodge all of them authors of masonic writings i offer thanks for many marked kindnesses as, for example, to john r. This book places an emphasis on sharing and how the world belongs to all that inhabit it. This is a full and comprehensive book concerning the role of the secretary, it has many useful hints and tips in addition to what is expected of the role and more importantly when. The lodge should be opened on the third degree and remain open until the service has been completed and the brethren have returned to the lodge room. The newcomers to this office often lack experience and this book is written with this background in mind. He has a the secretary occupies a vital role in the lodge. All books are in clear copy here, and all files are secure so dont worry about it.

Complete lodge secretary software regalia store uk. The complete lodge secretary is written principally from a uk perspective, but the lessons and organization it suggests is a valuable resource for anyone who has ever thought about how to organize a lodges, the records management behind it, and the etiquette to be held while in the lodge ch 10. Welcome to the assistant secretary database program as. Buy the complete lodge secretary by gordon hunt from waterstones today. The lodger is a 19 novel by english author marie adelaide belloc lowndes, based on the jack the ripper murders of 1888. United grand lodge of england, freemasons hall, great queen. I found the descriptions of the hunting lodge and the surrounding countryside easy to picture if only the characters had been as well drawn and with some redeeming qualities. The complete rituals are the property of the grand lodge and must be properly cared for and preserved by the local lodges. The secretary of each local lodge shall be the custodian of all rituals issued to hisher lodge. It is handbook that recognises the fundamental attributes required of every lodge secretary and considers how computer and communication technologies impact on the secretary s traditional role. Complete lodge secretary lewis masonic digital masonic. The complete lodge secretary book is not a computer program manual. Make a written financial report to the lodge at the quarterly stated meetings in august, november, february and may keep a separate account for each member make a report to the grand lodge at the close of the masonic year keep the seal of the lodge and affix it to all official documents emanating from the lodge or his office.

United grand lodge is the supreme superintending authority for freemasonry, part of that authority is delegated to the rw provincial grand master for the administration of the province of east lancashire. His important role is underlined by the fact that he is not elected by the membership but is appointed personally by the supreme knight. The complete lodge secretary by gordon hunt waterstones. Does a brother here have any knowledge of the software complete lodge secretary please. But i like it so much that i will keep it and suggest the lodge obtain a copy for him. This book should be kept by the lodge secretary for reference in receiving visitors, and on receiving applications for affiliation. The lodge treasurer is also required, within the same time frame, to submit his ledger. The smooth running and wellbeing of a lodge largely depends upon its secretary. Receive all monies from the secretary and give him a receipt for the same keep an accurate account of all money pay out money duly signed by the worshipful master and countersigned by the secretary with the consent of the lodge keep all property stocks, bonds and land owned by the lodge. These are arranged to reflect the information needed by the lodge secretary.

The complete lodge secretary by gordon hunt author 4. A note should be included on the first page of every new minute book of where the previous. Lodgeroom uk view topic complete lodge secretary software. Hardly surprising given that he is responsible for the software package that goes by the same name as the book. Once again welcome, and i sincerely hope you will enjoy the life of our lodge. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Each major topic which needs some action on the part of the secretary is given a chapter. It provides over 120 screens of lodge management and ceremonial information, procedural guidance and reports based on the september 2012 version of book of constitutions of the united grand lodge of england.

The secretary should see that an obituary record of. Brought back due to popular demand the lodge secretary book by gordon hunt, hb, 159pp. Complete lodge secretary software online masonic regalia. In the past, many secretaries used to be permanent officers of the lodges, with the benefits that an experienced secretary would manage the affairs of the lodge smoothly, but current thinking is that no one should serve for more than two years so that junior members can involve themselves in lodge affairs. The first slodges selfish use of the word my is later replaced for the word our after she realises that all other creatures, including the second slodge, are equally important and that sharing is required to make everybody happy.

Macoy has over 10,000 items serving freemasonry including prince hall and york rite. It is a novellength version of lowndes short story the lodger, first published in mcclures magazine in 1911. He has a unique position in it, with multidimensional reflections. The complete lodge secretary by gordon hunt, 9780853183273, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The lodge secretarys handbook east lancashire freemasons. The complete lodge secretary freemason information. A resignation does not require a vote in lodge, if a brother is clear on the books it is. The lodge secretary handbook 2017 by eastkentfreemasons issuu. The authors, national park experts, tell readers how to leave behind the hassles and headaches and make trip planning painless. It is very uptodate and is a handy companion to the software of the same name.

Complete lodge secretary out of stock brought back due to popular demand the lodge secretary book by gordon hunt, hb, 159pp. Aug 10, 2017 although much of the correspondence and recordkeeping required of the lodge secretary is still in paper and book form, increasingly there is a need to communicate by electronic messaging email. If you are interested in joining, please ensure that you fully complete the interested in becoming a freemason form. Find current rates in the continental united states conus rates by searching below with city and state or zip code, or by clicking on the map, or use the new per diem tool to calculate trip allowances. In the past, many secretaries used to be permanent officers of the lodges, with the benefits that an experienced secretary would manage the affairs of the lodge. Introduction and welcome welcome to the 2017 edition of the lodge secretary handbook, which is for the daytoday information and assistance of lodge secretaries. Through the use of this book the secretary can determine if a visitor or one wishing to affiliate is a member of a recognized lodge. Receive all monies from the secretary and give him a receipt for the same keep an accurate account of all money pay out money duly signed by the worshipful master and countersigned by the secretary with the consent of the lodge keep all property stocks, bonds and land owned by the lodge in his possession. Handbookfor lodgesecretaries grand lodge of colorado. A lodge secretarys handbook east lancashire freemasons. The licence includes running the program on as many computers as the secretary requires, including computers belonging to other lodge members. The communication of a lodge for funeral purposes should be recorded as called.

Please click button to get the complete lodge secretary book now. It is sad that some lodges have not preserved their minute books. Complete lodge secretary software masonic collection ltd. This handbook will not try to list any of the special duties of each. The complete lodge secretary is a computer program that centralises lodge information. The secretary undertakes almost continuous yearlong responsibility amidst his numerous livelihood chores. We read every letter, fax, or email we receive, and we will convey your comments to cia officials outside opa as appropriate. Tupwee gudas gov youchiqudt soovep lodge order of the arrow. Handbook for masonic memorial services grand lodge of iowa. The complete lodge secretary is a regularly updated computer program that centralises lodge information with over 140 screens it assists the lodge secretary with the administration and management of his lodge and its members. Allied masonic degree constitutions, regulations and yearbook 20182019. Gordon hunt was initiated into craft masonry in the st.

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The complete lodge secretary computer program has been in use for over twenty years and is kept up to date with changes to the rules from the book of constitutions and from information for the guidance of members of the craft. The as is a computer program for the lodge secretary, treasure, and other members district deputies, etc. Secretary, when the question book is used, must see that each candidate answers the questions in this book and signs hisher name thereto as a part of his her qualification for initiation. His work has a direct effect on the council members, his fellow offi. However, the question book may be dispensed with provided the candidates application, which contains the same questions and. In 1992 he was appointed secretary of archimedean lodge, a post he held for eight years and was again appointed secretary in 2008, an office he still holds. The complete guide to the national park lodges is the only definitive guide of its kindcovering every lodge in americas national parks and monuments, from luxurious inns to rustic cabins. Such jewels for officers, as are specified by the grand lodge, shall be worn by them during lodge sessions. Officers handbook 2 preface in the year of the great architect 2014, a. Complete and send necessary forms to the grand lodge in a timely manner. Lodge officer training course study guide revised 2011. Hunt 20100318 hardcover 1800 see all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions price.

This handbook as is here to assist but also, to save time. The newcomers to this office often lack experience and this book is written to aid those new to the secretarys position. A practical and useful guide giving extensive information of all the duties and responsibilities for any freemason taking on the important role of secretary within a lodge. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The program has also been adapted over time to run on ten versions of windows from version 3. Per diem rates lookup rates are set by fiscal year, effective october 1 each year. Software for the complete lodge secretary letchworths. Apr 30, 2010 the complete lodge secretary by gordon hunt, 9780853183273, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. A strength of the book is that it puts a terrific emphasis on the fact that the lodge secretary is manager of the lodge.