Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting January 21, 2023

 Message from the East

Bro. CARL IRWIN P. GARZON
Worshipful Master

Greetings Brethren!

We, Masons, get a lot out of our fraternity.  We get a chance to make new friends, do worthwhile things in our community and improve ourselves as human beings. We have opportunities for ethical, moral and spiritual growth. We have a support system in times of trouble, and we have a chance to be with other masons, do things together, and talk and share our ideas and goals.

But our families and communities get a lot out of Masonry, too.  You may not be aware of all those benefits but it's good to know them.  Sometimes they can really make a difference!

First of all, there are lodge activities for the family...    

We know that a Mason's family is most important thing in our lives.  We plan activities in which the entire family can participate just like last February 15, 2023 when we celebrated the "Iligan Masonic Lodge 207 Family Day".  I truly appreciate who attended the said event and brought their Families as we had fun and successful event.

And if you ever need help...

In a strange town or a foreign city, help is as close as the nearest Mason.  All you have to do is find one.  Look for the Square and Compasses - you'll find one at the back of this brochure (or at the bottom of the page) - on a ring or pin, or look up the number of the lodge in the telephone book.  Make yourself known as the wife, son, or daughter of a Mason, and you'll get all the help that you need. Just like our lodge have all promised to give any Brethren our help.

Our City benefits too...

We do many things to make our communities better places in which to live.  It takes many pages of computer printout to list the local projects in even one city or province in which masons are involved. Such things as we have done in our lodge was clean up programs, packed foods and goods for the needy, Feeding programs for street family giving volunteer time to services for the elderly... the list go on and on.  But all these things make our city a better place for us to live.  Masons care!

That's the key - Masons care...

We care about our own development as men and Masons.  We care about our country. We care about our individual faiths. We care about the poor, the sick, the helpless, and the hopeless.

And, especially, we care about our families.  We care about our wives as independent, equal partners in life.  We care about our children, not only because they represent hope for tomorrow, but as growing or developing individuals who must be given every possible chance to be everything they can be.  

As I end my term, I hope that the support and cooperation you all have shown and given will continue as our newly-elected WM Maclin Lanto set his programs and activities for the new Masonic Year 2023. 

TOGETHER BRETHREN!


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Agenda of the Stated Meeting

 -   Opening the Lodge of Master Mason               
 -   Presentation of the National Flag

 -   Reception of Dignitaries of the East
 -   Reading and Approval
         *Minutes of previous stated meeting
         *Secretary's Financial Report
         *Treasurer's Financial Report
  -   Reports of Committees
         *Sunshine
         *Fellowship
  -   Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/Circulars
  -   Masonic Education

  -   Other Matters/ Communications
  -   Recognition of Visiting Brethren
  -   Commentaries of Visiting Dignitaries
  -   Retirement of the National Flag
  -   Closing the Lodge of Master Mason

                 

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Happy Birthday (January)

VW Ali M. Bari                  - Jan 10
WB Renato  Bontol            - Jan 10
Bro. Jason Lim                   - Jan 14
WB Rolando Layumas       - Jan 17
VW Ronald Sy                    - Jan 30

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Happy Anniversary

Angelo & Cecilia Rentoy         - Jan 3
Oscar & Belinda Badelles        - Jan 10
Ike Saturnino & Grace Gaite    - Jan 18


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"There are no strangers in Freemasonry, only friends you've yet to meet." - Dave Thomas

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting January 18, 2020

Message from the East
Bro. TED BRYAN K. YU
Worshipful Master

Greetings Brethren!

Last December stated meeting, we have concluded a successful election of officers for Masonic Year 2020-2021.  To be led b our Worshipful Master-Elect, Bro. John Yasser Sanguila, I believe in his capabilities and leadership to lead the Lodge under which we are  a member of.  I wish nothing less but better success in his term and more activities for us, the members, to participate especially in our usual Charity works and Family gatherings.

I am looking forward to more conferral of degrees as well if the candidates will be admitted into our craft in their right time.  We really cannot distinguish a perfect candidate but as long as he believes in God and is righteous with good morals, we can always make good men better.

I would like to give my deepest appreciation to my officers of Masonic Year 2019-2020 and to all the members who have been part of my Masonic Journey as Master of the Lodge.  Without your help and participation, it wouldn't have been successful in any other way.  I am really thankful and blessed to have your support.

TOGETHER BRETHREN!
May the Great Architect of the Universe bless us all!!!

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Agenda of the Stated Meeting

8:00 AM   RAISING for the THIRD DEGREE of MASONRY upon
                      Bro. Simplicio C. Bautista, Jr., FCM
                     -  Opening of a Lodge of Master Masons
                     -  Proficiency Examination on the 2nd Degree
                     -  Raising of Bro. Simplicio C. Bautista, Jr.
                     -  Lecture

12:00NN    Lunchbreak

1:00PM      INITIATION for the FIRST DEGREE of MASONRY upon
                      candidates Mr. Jon Kenneth Yu and Mr. Abdulrahman Paunte
                        -  Lodge of Entered Apprentice Mason
                        -  Initiation of Mr. Jon Kenneth Yu
                        -  Initiation of Mr. Abdulrahman Paunte
                        -  Lecture

4:00PM     Break

5:00PM     Stated Meeting
                  -   Opening the Lodge of Master Mason               
                  -   Presentation of the National Flag
                  -   Reading and Approval
                          *Minutes of previous stated meeting
                          *Secretary's Financial Report
                          *Treasurer's Financial Report
                  -   Reports of Committees
                          *Sunshine
                          *Fellowship
                   -   Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/Circulars
                   -   Other Matters/ Communications
                   -   Recognition of Visiting Brethren
                   -   Commentaries of Visiting Dignitaries
                   -   Retirement of the National Flag
                   -   Closing the Lodge of Master Mason


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We are invited by our Sister Lodge,  Leonardo T. Panares Masonic Lodge No. 220,  to their 43rd PUBLIC INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS on  January 20, 2020 at  Shanker Lalwani Masonic Temple, Convention Center Road, Brgy. Indahag, Cagayan de Oro City
            -   Opening of the Lodge at 11:00AM
            -   Public Installation at 1:00PM
                 
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Reminder :

64th Mindanao Masonic Convention  (MinCon)
January 1 - February 1, 2020
A57 Techno Park, Don Martin Marundan City, City of Mati, Davao Oriental


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Pending Conferral

Bro. Simplicio Bautista    -  for Raising to the 3rd Degree
Mr. Jon Kenneth Yu   -  for Initiation to the 1st Degree
Mr. Abdulrahman Paunte   -  for Initiation to the 1st Degree


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Petitioners

Mr. Albert M. Teano                       Mr. Sotero M. Jala, Jr.
Mr. Raymundo Riel Rugay             Mr. Romeo M. Bolohan
Mr. Saiben Mampao                       Mr. Albert Manosa
Mr. Alikhan Carim                          Mr. Von Caesar M. Miscala

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Happy Birthday (January)

VW Ali M. Bari                  - Jan 10
WB Renato  Bontol            - Jan 10
Bro. Jason Lim                   - Jan 14
WB Rolando Layuman       - Jan 17
VW Ronald Sy                    - Jan 30

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Happy Anniversary

Angelo & Cecilia Rentoy         - Jan 3
Oscar & Belinda Badelles        - Jan 10
Ike Saturnino & Grace Gaite    - Jan 18


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"There are no strangers in Freemasonry, only friends you've yet to meet." - Dave Thomas

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Meeting December 21, 2019

Message from the East
Bro. TED BRYAN K. YU
Worshipful Master

Greetings Brethren!

The Masonic Year 2019-2020 is almost about to end.  The holidays is also fast approaching and lined up as one of our yearly tradition is the gift giving and feeding program to the kids confined at City Hospital's wards.  This activity will be at 10:30AM this Saturday, December 21, 2019 at the City Hospital to be followed by Lunch at Sunburst Restaurant beside the establishment.

Our brothers from the appendant body, Shriners International, headed y the incumbent President and Vice-President, Noble T. Yu and Noble Alykhan Ali, respectively, are planning on teaming up with our Lodge for the gift giving.  They will be coming up with toys and exciting clown acts to cheer up the kids at the wards.  Together, as Mason, we will make a difference this coming Holiday Season and let our community feel loved through our simple gestures.

Our elections for the officers of Masonic Year 2020-2021 will also happen this stated meeting, thereby, encouraging all the members to attend and show their support.

Moreover, I will also be presenting the proposal and study to the Iligan Lodge members for the adjustment of Annual Dues to give way and gratification to our Life Members who have been members in good standing for 25 years and up.  With this action, it will may be encourage the inactive members to go back and support our lodge or entice members from other lodges to be member of our lodge too.

See you all this Stated Meeting!

TOGETHER BRETHREN!
May the Great Architect of the Universe bless us all!


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Agenda for the Stated Meeting

5:00 PM      Opening the Lodge of Master Mason
                    Presentation of the National Flag
                    Reading and Approval
                        *  Minutes of Previous Stated Meeting
                        *  Secretary's Financial Report
                        *  Treasurer's Financial Report
                     Reports of Committees
                        *  Sunshine
                        *  Fellowship
                     Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/Circulars
                     Election of Officers
                     Other Matters/ Communications
                     Recognition of Visiting Brethren
                     Commentaries of Visiting Dignitaries
                     Retirement of the National Flag
                     Closing the Lodge of Master Mason


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Announcements :

64th Mindanao Masonic Convention (MinCon)
January 31-February 1, 2020
A57  Techno Park, Don Martin Marundan  City
City of Mati, Davao Oriental


AnCom 2020 Olongapo City

If we get 2 x 25,000 worth of Sponsorship Package to be remitted to the Host District for AnCom 2020, we will get :
    1.  Free Registration for 4 voting delegates
    2.  Free Registration for Past Masters of your Lodge
    3.  150 chances of winning the Grand Lodge Raffle that includes 2 cars and other minor raffle items
     4.  Other perks

Sponsors will get :  Page advertisement in Sponsor's Digest and Logo inclusion in various AnCom marketing materials.

Registration of non-voting delegates shall be free by purchasing 12 raffle tickets at 200.00 each for a total of 3,600.00.

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Pending for Conferral

Bro. Simplicio Bautista  -  Pending for Raising to the 3rd Degree
Mr. Jon Kenneth Yu   -  Pending for Initiation to the 1st Degree
Mr. Abdulrahman Paunte  -  Pending for Initiation to the 1st Degree

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Petitioners

Mr. Albert M. Teano                          Mr. Sotero M. Jala, Jr.
Mr. Raymundo Riel Rugay                Mr. Romeo M. Bolohan
Mr. Saiben Mampao                           Mr. Albert Manosa
Mr. Alikhan Carim                             Mr. Von Caesar M. Miscala

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Happy Birthday (December)

VW Jaime Magnetico               -  Dec 10
WB Rogelio Nuñeza                 -  Dec 11
Bro. Warren Lim                       -  Dec 12
VW Edwin Co                          -  Dec 14
Bro. Melvyn Salise                   -  Dec 22
Bro. Gerald Bautista                 -  Dec 28

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Happy Anniversary

Lee Michael & Maria Lea Caballes            -  Dec 8
Eufemio & Gloria Calio                              -  Dec 9
Al Yassar Saudi & Mary Joy Sulog             -  Dec 18
James & Felisa Yu                                       -  Dec 19
Hilario Abel & Joanne Gomez                    -  Dec 20



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"Every good act is Charity .  A man's true wealth hereafter is the good that he does in this world to his fellows."

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting November 16, 2019

Message from the East
Bro. TED BRYAN K.YU
Worshipful Master

Greetings Brethren!

Firstly, I would like to applaud Bro. John Yasser Sanguila for a job well done in conducting the stated meeting last October 2019.  My apologies to the brethren for I had important matters to attend to.

I am glad to formally invite our Brother Musa Sanguila for having been obligated as member of Iligan Masonic Lodge No. 207 last stated meeting.

Last October 24, 2019, our very own Brother Rene Tan passed away at Makati Medical Center after dauntlessly fighting cancer.  Through the efforts of the brethren, we have opened the lodge of sorrow and had planned for the 3rd  degree funeral rites for our Brother Rene Tan which happened last November 3, 2019.  we are very thankful of VW Stephen Monterroyo for leading the Funeral Rites Ceremony.

                "The day's labors done, my journey's end has come.
                                     A new guide, now lead us on.
                   The path may be the same, but this style, is his own.
               A new post, will soon pass, another mark will be reached.
                    Let us all pray, he will lead us, to an even brighter day."

Holiday Season is fast approaching, brethren.  As a customary practice in our lodge, we will be having activities like feeding program, gift giving, and charity works to share our blessings and resources to the indigent and lest fortunate.

TOGETHER BRETHREN!
May the Great Architect of the Universe bless us all!


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Agenda for the Stated Meeting

5:00 PM      Opening the Lodge of Master Mason
                    Presentation of the National Flag
                    Reading and Approval
                        *  Minutes of Previous Stated Meeting
                        *  Secretary's Financial Report
                        *  Treasurer's Financial Report
                     Reports of Committees
                        *  Sunshine
                        *  Fellowship
                     Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/Circulars
                     Election of Officers
                     Other Matters/ Communications
                     Recognition of Visiting Brethren
                     Commentaries of Visiting Dignitaries
                     Retirement of the National Flag
                     Closing the Lodge of Master Mason


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Happy Birthday

Bro. Aurelio Dacalos, Jr.              -  Nov 11
WB Victor Mariano                      -  Nov 11
VW Henry Dy                               -  Nov 14
Bro. Aaron Fetalvero                    -  Nov 29
VW Joseph Sanguila,Jr.                -  Nov 29



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"Lest we turn into a Ruffian;  the tyler's sword should admonish all of us to set a guard at the entrance of our thoughts, to place a watch at the door of our lips and to post a sentinel at the avenue of our actions, thereby excluding every unqualified and unworthy Thought, word, and deed, and preserving consciences void of offense toward God and towards man."

Bulletin and Summon of Stated Meeting January 19, 2019

Message from the East
Bro. KHALIQUZZAMAN M. MACABATO
Worshipful Master

Last December 15, 2018 Satuday at 10:00 in the morning, we conducted our Gift-Giving (Personal & Dental Hygiene Kit) & Feeding (Happy Meal with Toy) activity to patients at the Children's Ward of Gregorio T. Lluch Memorial Hospital (GTLMH), Iligan City.  Thanks to the Brethren who participated the said activity : Bro. Khaliq Macabato, VW Jaime P. Magnetico, WB Ivan Gerardo Banaag, Bro. Jamiri A. Sanguila, VW Joseph M. Sanguila Jr., Bro. Maclin D. Lanto, and VW Edwin S. Co.  Special thanks to the Amaranth Sisters who graced the occasion & personally assisted & joined us during the gift-giving.  We then had a get-together lunch afterwards.

Congratulations also to our newly elected set of officers for the Masonic Year 2019.  May you strive tirelessly for the betterment of our Lodge.  Prior to your installation, may I remind you to take the IMES in Cagayan de Oro.

Right after our stated meeting last month, we had our Thanksgiving Party & almost all of those present received gifts through a raffle draw.

Our Lodge also participated in good numbers the Rizal Day last  Dec 30, 2018.  Together with our District, the Iligan City Government & various groups & organizations, we witnessed the commemorative program at Iligan City Public Plaza.

Last January 7, 2019, gratitude to Bro. Ted Bryan K. Yu who attended the installation of our sister lodge Leonardo T. Panares 220.

Lastly, I am inviting the brethren to the 63rd Mindanao Masonic Convention on Feb 1 & 2, 2019 at Zamboanga del Norte Sports Complex, Dipolog City.  Registration is P2,500.00

Together Brethren!


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Agenda for the Stated Meeting

5:00 PM      Opening of Lodge of Master Mason
                    Presentation of the National Flag
                    Reading and Approval
                         *Minutes of last stated meeting
                         *Secretary Financial Report
                         *Treasurer Financial Report
                    Reports of Committees
                          *Sunshine
                          *Fellowship
                     Masonic Education
                     Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/ Circulars
                     Other matters
                     3rd Degree Proficiency Exam of :
                            Bro. Maclin D. Lanto
                            Bro. Haroun Al-Jalani P. Sanguila
                            Bro. Al Yasser Saudi S. Sulog
                     Recognition of Visiting Brethren
                     Commentaries of Visiting Dignitaries
                     Closing the Lodge of Master Mason


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Petitioners

Mr. Sotero M. Jala Jr.                         Mr. Raymundo Riel Rugay
Mr. Abdulrahman P. Paunte               Mr. Jon Kenneth K Yu
Mr. Albert B. Teano


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Happy Birthday to January Celebrants :

VW Ali M. Bari                  - Jan 10
WB Renato  Bontol            - Jan 10
Bro. Jason Lim                   - Jan 14
WB Rolando Layuman       - Jan 17
VW Ronald Sy                    - Jan 30

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Happy Anniversary

VW Angelo & Cecilia Rentoy         - Jan 3
VW Oscar & Belinda Badelles        - Jan 10
WB Ike Saturnino & Grace Gaite    - Jan 18


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Masonic Labor is purely a labor of love.  He who seeks to draw Masonic wages in gold or silver will be disappointed.  The wages of a Mason are in the dealings with one another; sympathy begets sympathy, kindness begets kindness, helpfulness begets helpfulness, and these are the wages of a Mason.

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting October 20, 2018

Message from the East
Bro. KHALIQUZZAMAN M. MACABATO
Worshipful Master

Assalamu Alaykum!

Last Sept 15, 2018 at 6:00AM, the Iligan Masonic Lodge No. 207 joined the International Coastal Clean-up Day at Brgy. Santiago, Iligan City, under the leadership of our DDGM Arassad M. Macumbal.  I would like to thank the brethren who participated the said event : Bro. Ted Bryan K. Yu JW, Bro. Kent Algenn P. Garzon, Bro. Carl Irwin P. Garzon SW, VW Jaime P. Magnetico, WB Ivan Gerardo J. Banaag, WB Pat D. Noel, WB Alykhan U. Ali, and WB Hilario Abel B. Gomez.

A reminder to the brethen, based on MLB Part 3, Art 9 Sec 2, "No member, who shall be in arrears in the payment for dues at the time of the annual election shall be permitted to vote, or shall be eligible to any office."

My Brothers, we are almost done with our masonic year and I am still looking to our different programs for the community. We request the brethren of Iligan Masonic Lodge No. 207 to support this activity.  We are also looking forward to visit our Widows and Orphans celebration in November.

Together Brethren!


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Agenda for the Stated Meeting

5:00 PM   Opening of Lodge of Master Masons
                 Presentation of the National Flag
                 Reading and Approval
                    -  Minutes of last stated meeting
                    -  Secretary Financial Report
                    -  Treasurer Financial Report
                  Reports of Committees
                    -  Sunshine
                    -  Fellowship
                  Masonic Education
                  Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/ Circulars
                  Other matters
                  Recognition of Visiting Brethren
                  Commentaries of Visiting Dignitaries
                  Closing the Lodge of Master Mason

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Petitioners :

Mr. Sotero M. Jala, Jr.                    Mr. Raymundo Riel Rugay
Mr. Abdulrahman P. Paunte           Mr. Jon Kenneth K. Yu
Mr. Albert Teano


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Happy Birthday to October Celebrants :

WB Ivan Gerardo J. Banaag                 Oct 3
WB Hilario Abel B. Gomez                 Oct 4
Bro. Antonio L. Bartolome                  Oct 5
Bro. John Yasser T. Sanguila               Oct 7
Bro. Urso Penalosa                               Oct 26


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Happy Anniversary!

VW Eduardo & Faina Ulindang                Oct 6
Bro. Rolando & Liberty Layumas             Oct 12
WB Rogelio & Olga Nuñeza                     Oct 28

Message of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte

(Delivered on the occasion of the 61st Mindanao Masonic Convention held last January 13, 2017 in Cagayan de Oro City.)

I would like to thank and congratulate you for your valuable contributions to our society.  Among your ranks are many of our most notable citizens--achievers, heroes, and nation-builders, whose works and accomplishments, have been instrumental in shaping our nation.  Young long-standing traditions of brotherly love, relief, and truth have indeed helped, not only your members, but also the people who have benefitted from your civic projects and humanitarian programs.

You know for sure that your organization is really close to my heart.  My younger brother Benjamin, son Paolo, and son-in-law Manases Carpio are members of your fraternity.  I have much knowledge about how hard it is to become a Mason.  You have undergone several degrees of learning before earning your membership and eventually---a title.  And of course, I know how dedicated you are to the tenets and teaching of Freemasonry.

For the past years, the Grand Lodge of the Philippines has been a vital partner of the government in nation-building.

Its provision of educational assistance to deserving beneficiaries; its support to law enforcement agencies; its medical messions to depressed communities; and its emergency response to victims of natural calamities complement our government's effort to lessent the burden of our countrymen.  

These undertakings would not have been successful without the solidarity and commitment of your members.  May you strengthen the Brotherhood of Man, which has been the cornerstone of your institution since the beginning.

I ask you to remain committed to this partnership as we pursue a real and lasting change for the Filipino people.  Indeed, change has come and I want you to be by our side as we sustain it and realize our dreams for our country.

Effective and efficient organization and leadership  also serve as the foundations of your fraternity.  The continuation of your 7-point agenda will help preserve the integrity of the Grand Lodge of the Philippines and maintain it as a unified and supreme Masonic authority in the succeeding years.

I also commend you for involving your family members---your wives and your children, in your fraternity.  Engaging them in various organizational affairs as well as in socio-civic and charitable activities will further strengthen your resolve to uphold morality, unity, progress, and true service.

The greater participation of your families in your work at the Grand Lodge of the Philippines leads you, including your loved ones, to the ultimate purpose of Freemasonry---to make you a better man.

May you continue to transform yourselves into better persons every single day--in thoughts, in speech; in manner; and in every helpful way.  Keep at heart your theme for this year and personify Freemasonry in all  your pursuits.

I urge you to develop the outstanding trait of impeccable integrity by which all Masons are known for: admired and emulated.  I need partners like you as we fight against the ills of society---illegal drugs, criminality, corruption and all forms of injustice that weaken our citizenry and hinder the growth of our nation.

Together, let us be exemplars of wisdom, dignity, and true service.  Let these ideals reflect in our deeds as we strengthen our capacity to serve the Filipino people and as we lead our country towards lasting peace and meaningful development.

Again, good afternoon and long live the Freemasons!

(signed)

RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE

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"A ritual is a work of art, and like all works of art is valuable not merely for what it represents, but mainly for what it suggests to the mind.  This is true, whether the work be a poem, a painting, a piece of music, or statuary.  The material representation may be good, and the technique beyond criticism, but if no thought or feeling is suggested, but little value attaches, and we soon tire of them; but a  little picture of two poor peasants in a rough field, pausing in their work, with bowed heads, at the call of the bell in the little church beyond, tells the whole story of a life of toil, hardship and devotion.  Men do not tire of such pictures and the grand lessons taught by them." - R.W.B. Michael H. Shirley

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting March 17, 2018 (By Dispensation)

Message from the East
Bro. KHALIQUZZAMAN M. MACABATO
Worshipful Master

Assalamu Alaykum!

Brethren, let me congratulate you for the overwhelming success of our Installation last February 17, 2018.  The success of our installation could not have been possible without your support.  The significant number of brethren who shared their precious time to us during that momentous event made the affair more memorable.  The noticeable presence of our Past Masters made the ceremony more meaningful.  Our sincerest thanks and gratitude to all of you for the support you have extended for the success of that very important event.  I hope that your support will continue even beyond my term.

Our deepest thanks and gratitude to the installing team : VW Musa C. Saruang, PDGL, Installing Officer; VW Arassad M. Macumbal, PDGL, Master of Ceremonies;  and, VW Saidale S. Mohamad, PDGL, Assistant Master of Ceremonies.  Our profound thanks to VW Datumanong D. Sarangani, PDGL, for his delivery of the Ancient Charges.  Indeed, the ceremony went on smoothly and solemnly with the help of your eloquent and proficient performances.

We also thank the Amaranth and DeMolay for their active support in setting up the venue for the Fellowship and rendition of surprise number.

Our sincerest thanks and gratitude also goes to  all the visiting brethren who graced that memorable event.

Brethren, we had started this Masonic Year with high hopes that we can accomplish more in achieving the goals of our Lodge.  As I mentioned in my Inaugural Speech, that we will adopt all the traditional activities of our lodge but we need to reengineer and redesign the conduct of our activities to make it more attuned to the demand of the present time.

Freemasonry had evolved into a more open society.  Numerous changes and innovations were introduced in our Ancient Craft.  Hence, it is inevitable that our Lodge should take positive steps that will lead to our success in the light of the continuing changes in our fraternal order.

In consideration of these new developments, I now ask your support to actively participate in our Lodge activities.  We assure you, my brethren, that we will have vibrant activities; i.e., one that is responsive to the needs and benefits of Freemasonry in general and of the brethren of Iligan Lodge No. 207 in particular.

Togther, brethren, let us bond together to endeavor to live up to our Motto - "Harmony is the Strength of our Lodge".

Thank you and May the GAOTU bless us all!!


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Agenda for the Stated Meeting

2:00 PM     Opening the Lodge of Master Mason
                   Suspension the Lodge of Master Mason
                   Opening a Lodge of EAM
                   Conferment of EAM upon  Mr. Simplicio C. Bautista, Jr.
                   Closing a Lodge of EAM
                   Resumption of Master Mason Labor

                   Presentation of the National Flag
                   Reading and Approval
                       * Minutes of last stated meeting
                       * Secretary Financial Report
                       * Treasurer Financial Report
                   |Reports of Committees
                        * Sunshine
                        * Fellowship
                    Masonic Education :  WB Pat D. Noel
                    Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/ Circulars
                    Other Communications (Petitions, etc)
                    Ballloting of Mr. Abdulrahman P. Paunte
                    Obligation of Br. Jamiri A. Sanguila
                    Recognition of Visiting Brethren
                    Commentaries of Visiting Brethren
                    DGL Lecture
                    Closing the Lodge of Master Mason


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Petitioners

Mr. Ricarte Cadalin                         Mr. Leonidas Hidalgo
Mr. Arturo Alibanggo                     Mr. Sotero M. Jala, Jr.
Mr. Nicolai G. Tenazas                    Mr. Raymundo Riel Rugay
Mr. Abdulrahman Paunte


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Happy Birthday to March Celebrants :

Bro. Lee Michael Caballes        -   Mar 20
VW Eduardo Ulindang              -   Mar 23
Bro Ian Justin  Sagario              -   Mar 24
VW Sotero Trinidad                  -   Mar 25


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Happy Anniversary

VW Dominic and Sis Shiela Siao     -  Mar 9



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"It is the desire to serve that makes a great leader, not the desire to rule."  

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting January 20. 2018 (By Dispensation)

Message from the East
WB ALYKHAN U. ALI
Worshipful Master

Last December 9, 2017 at 10:00 in the morning we conducted our Gift-Giving (Personal and Dental Hygiene  Kit) & Feeding (Happy Meal with Toy) activity to patients at the Children's Ward of Gregorio T. Lluch Memorial Hospital (GTLMH), Iligan City.  Thanks to the Brethren who participated the said activity : VW Ali M. Bari, VW Jaime P. Magnetico, WB Alykhan U. Ali, Bro. Khaliquzzaman M. Macabato, Bro. Kent Garzon, Bro John Yasser T. Sanguila, and Bro Haroun Sanguila.  Special thanks to the Amaranth Sisters who graced the occasion & personally assisted & joined us during the Gift-giving.  We then had a Get-together lunch afterwards.

Congratulations also to our newly elected set of officers for the Masonic Year 2018. May you strive tirelessly for the betterment of our Lodge.  Prior to your installation, may I remind you to take the IMES On-Line Session.

Right after our stated meeting last month, we had our Christmas Party & almost all of those present received gifts through a raffle draw.  Thanks also to WB Vic Mariano for handling again those fun & exciting games to the enjoyment of the brethren & family.

Our Lodge also participated in good numbers the Rizal Day last Dec. 30, 2017.  together with our District, the Iligan City Government & various groups & organizations, we witnessed the commemorative program at Iligan City Plaza.

Last January 6, 2018, gratitude to the brethren (Bro. Khaliquzzaman M. Macabato, Bro. Carl Garzon, Bro. Kent Garzon, and Bro. John Sanguila)  who attended the installation of our sister lodge Leonardo T. Panares No. 220.

Coming Jan. 20, 2018, before our stated meeting, we will confer the First Degree of Masonry upon Mr. Simplicio C. Bautista, Jr. who was elected to receive it last July 2017.

Lastly, I am inviting the brethren to the 62nd Mindanao Masonic Convention on Jan. 26 & 27, 2018 at Almonts  Resort, Butuan City.  Registration is P2,500.00.

Thank you & May the GAOTU bless us all!!


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Agenda for the Stated Meeting

2:00 PM     Opening the Lodge of Master Mason
                   Suspension the Lodge of Master Mason
                   Opening a Lodge of EAM
                   Conferment of EAM upon  Mr. Simplicio C. Bautista, Jr.
                   Closing a Lodge of EAM
                   Resumption of Master Mason Labor

                   Presentation of the National Flag
                   Reading and Approval
                       * Minutes of last stated meeting
                       * Secretary Financial Report
                       * Treasurer Financial Report
                   |Reports of Committees
                        * Sunshine
                        * Fellowship
                    Masonic Education :  WB Pat D. Noel
                    Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/ Circulars
                    Other Communications (Petitions, etc)
                    Obligation of Br. Jamiri A. Sanguila
                    Recognition of Visiting Brethren
                    Commentaries of Visiting Brethren
                    DGL Lecture
                    Closing the Lodge of Master Mason

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Conferral Team

Worshipful Master               Bro. Carl Irwin P. Garzon
Senior Warden                     Bro. Khaliquzzaman M. Macabato
Junior Warden                     WB Alykhan U. Ali
Marshall                              Bro. Al-Yassar Saudi S. Sulog
Senior Deacon                     Bro. John Yasser T. Sanguila
Junior Deacon                      Bro. Kent Algeen P. Garzon
Senior Steward                     Bro. Jamiri a. Sanguila
Junior Steward                      Bro. Haroun Al-Jalani P. Sanguila
1st Degree Lecture                Bro. Kent Algenn P. Garzon
Lecture Lambskin Apron      Bro. Haroun Al Jalani P. Sanguila
Lecture Working Tools          Bro. Al-Yassar Saudi S. Sulog
Charge of the Degree             VW Eduardo D. Ulindang
Floorworks                             WB Ivan Gerardo J. Banaag
               
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Petitioners

Mr. Ricarte Cadalin                         Mr. Leonidas Hidalgo
Mr. Arturo Alibanggo                     Mr. Sotero M. Jala, Jr.
Mr. Nicolai G. Tenazas                    Mr. Raymundo Riel Rugay
Mr. Abdulrahman Paunte

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Happy Birthday to January Celebrants :

VW Ali M. Bari                    -  Jan 10
Bro. Renato Bontol               -  Jan 10
Bro. Jason Robert Lim          -  Jan 14
Bro. Rolando Layumas         -  Jan 17
VW Ronald Sy                      -  Jan 30

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Happy Anniversary

VW Ali and Sis Heidi Bari            -  Jan 10
VW Oscar and Belinda Badelles 
WB Ike and Sis Grace Gaite          -  Jan 18


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"Fellowship and charity is equal to harmony, the strength and support of our Lodge." 

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting June 17, 2017

Message From The East
WB Alykhan U. Ali
Worshipful Master

Brethren,

"Every self will taste death, you will be paid wages in full on the day of rising" Quran (3:185)

Brethren, definitely all of us will experience death and will travel to that undiscovered country from who's borne no traveler return.

Last May 29, 2017 at 9:30, VW Warlito M. Sanguila has dropped forever his working tools.  Words can not express our sadness, the loss of our mentor, our adviser, our secretary.  The lodge now is in grief and I personally fell lost but life must move on.  The lodge must go forward and continue the masonic teaching which VW Warly would want us to do.  May the comfort of the Great Architect of the Universe help us and the family through this difficult time.

Difficult time indeed, Martial Law was declared on our land last May 23, 2017 because of the terror attack at Marawi City and fighting is still going on.  Many of our brethren were affected by this crisis as a member of the Masonic Family and because of brotherly love, the four lodges of our district namely Iligan Lodge 207, Maranao Lodge 111, Mantical Lodge 243 and JVVR 259 with the help of VW Allan Buenaventura, VW Ian Uy, WB Cesar Miguel, WB Ivan Banaag, WB Pat Noel, Bro Aitor Gonzales, Bro John Sanguila and Bro Ted Bryan Yu have formed Lanao Masonic Relief Center.  The aim is to aid and assist all distress brothers who are affected by the crisis.  Our District Deputy Grand Master VW Omar Basha Lucman is actively and tirelessly helping to generate funds for this cause.

Due to this crisis in Marawi City and for security reason, we postponed our distribution of school supplies in Rogongon elementary (Grade 1) and hopefully we can come up for another activity in order to help the students in this far flung area.

I regret to say that I will not be able to attend  on our stated meeting this June 17, 2017.  I have to travel to Manila to attend to some duty matters.  Bro SW Khaliq Macabato will preside as Master during my absence.

This coming July activity we will confer the second degree of Masonry upon Bro Kent Garzon, and honor our Past Master.

Brethren, May the blessings of heaven rest upon us!

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Agenda

June 17, 2017

4:00 PM

4:00 PM  Opening of the Lodge of Master Mason

                Presentation of the National Flag

                Reading and Approval

                     *  Minutes of last stated meeting

                     *  Secretary's Financial Report

                     *  Treasurer's Financial Report

                Reports of Committees

                     *  Sunshine

                     *  Fellowship

                Masonic Education Speaker

                     VW Joseph M. Sanguila, Jr.

                Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/Circulars

                Other Communications (Petitions, etc.)

                Recognition of Visiting Brethren

                Commentaries of Visiting Dignitaries

                Closing the Lodge of Master Mason

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JUNE BIRTHDAY CELEBRANTS

12  Bro. Khaliquzzaman M. Macabato

15  Bro. Sandy U. Sy

18  VW Angelo Rentoy

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JUNE WEDDING CELEBRANTS

02  WB Melanio and Sis Annabelle Siao

05  Bro Arthur and Sis Liza Padilla

09  VW Jaime and Sis Judith Magnetico

13  VW Ali and Sis Haydee Bari

19  VW Sotero and Sis Sol Trinidad

25  Bro Antonio and Sis Connie Bartolome

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"Always do right.  This will gratify some people, and astonish the rest." - 

Bro. Samuel L. Clemens AKA Mark Twain

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting (By Dispensation) April 18, 2017

Message from the East

WB ALYKHAN UMPA ALI
Worshipful Master

Brethren

First of all, let me extend my heartfelt gratitude to all brethren who supported me in the joint installation of lodges in the City of Iligan.  The installation ceremony presided by VW Stephen T. Monterroyo, PDGL as the installing Master was very impressive, assisted by WB Lester R. Salazar and WB Pat D. Noel.  The installation was also meaningful to me with the presence of the Grand Master, MW Voltaire T. Gazmin.

This month begins the journey of presiding Iligan Lodge No. 207.  I might be the shortest Master who will sit in the East with a stint of only nine (9) months, with your support we will make a difference.  We are preparing a three year development program for the lodge to ensure continuity of our works.  We will present this plan next meeting.  I am hoping that we could make a foundation to bring Iligan Lodge No. 207 the jewel of the district.

This month is also the Grand Lodge Annual Communication, April 27 - 29 at Tagaytay City.  Five brethren from Iligan Lodge No. 207 is set to attend the said event.  We urge others who have the time on this important activity of the Grand Lodge.

I wish we could do our 2017 celebration of lodge formation 42 years ago this month. However, the activity needs preparation especially it's also the Past Masters month.  We decided to move this event to May 20, 2017 to enable us to have substantial preparation.  The Worshipful Master and brethren is looking forward for the Past Masters who are in Iligan City to attend this memorable day.

Brethren your presence in our monthly meeting is a joy to me.  Please join us for a pleasant evening with the other brethren of the district.

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AGENDA 

April 18, 2017

Opening a Lodge of Master Mason

Presentation of the Philippine National Flag

Reception of District Grand Officers

Reading of Minutes of Stated and Special Meeting

Reading of Secretary Financial Report

Reading of Treasurer Financial Report

Committee Report

  Sunshine

  Fellowship

Masonic Education

Reading of Edicts, Circular and other communications

Approval of the request for consideration on the petition of Mr. Al Jalani P. Sanguila and

  Mr. Simplicio Bautista, Jr.

Miscellaneous and Unfinished Business

Closing of the Lodge of Master Mason

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO APRIL CELEBRANTS

6    WB Pat D. Noel

7    WB Ike Gaite

9    Bro. Richard Lim

20  VW Oscar V. Badelles

      Bro. Zaldy Geonzon

28  VW Genesis Calit

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If you want to know where the future of Freemasonry will grow and prosper it's simple, in the heart, in your heart, in my heart, and in the hearts of those who follow us.  - Conrad Hahn

2017 Multi-Lodge Installation Ceremony and Investiture of the Lodge Officers

2017 Multi-Lodge Installation Ceremony and Investiture of the Lodge Officers

Masonic Year 6017-6018 (2017-2018 AD)
Elena Tower, Tibanga,Iligan City
March 18, 2017  3:00 PM

WB JEROME C. CAÑETE

Maranaw Lodge No. 111

WB ALYKHAN U. ALI

Iligan Lodge No. 207

WB EDUARDO E. SUELLO

Manticao Lodge No. 243

WB RABIN M. ARUMPAC

Judge Valerio V. Rovira Lodge No. 259

 

VW STEPHEN T. MONTERROYO, PDGL

Installing Officer

MW VOLTAIRE T. GAZMIN

Grand Master

The Grand Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons of the Philippines

Guest Speaker

The Three Lights 

Maranaw Lodge No. 111

    Worshipful Master   :    Bro. Jerome Chiong Cañete

    Senior Warden        :    Bro. Marloe Caroro Ong

    Junior Warden         :    Bro. Clealan A. Catipay

Iligan Lodge No. 207  

    Worshipful Master   :    Bro. Alykhan Umpa Ali

    Senior Warden        :    Bro. Khaliquzzaman Marohombsar Macabato

    Junior Warden         :    Bro. Carl P. Garzon

Manticao Lodge No. 243

    Worshipful Master   :    Bro. Eduardo Empleo Suello

    Senior Warden        :    Bro. David G. Ditucalan

    Junior Warden         :    Bro. Cesar V. Sanchez

Judge Valerio V. Rovira Lodge No. 259

    Worshipful Master   :    Bro. Rabin M. Arumpac

    Senior Warden        :    Bro. Misangcad B. Minaga

    Junior Warden         :    Bro. Jed Mel A. Montesclaros

P R O G R A M M E 

8:30 am   Opening of the Lodge (Tyled)

               Ubaldo D.Laya Masonic Center

               Pala-o, Iligan City

3:00 pm   Multi-Lodge Installation Ceremony 

               Elena Tower Inn Grand Ballroom

               Tibanga, Iligan City

Reception 

     -  Reception of the District Deputy Grand Master, VW Alan U. Buenaventura and Party

     -  Reception of the Installing Officer, Master of Ceremonies and Assistant Master of Ceremonies

     -  Reception of the Most Worshipful Grand Master of Free and Accepted Masons of the Philippines, MWGM Voltaire T. Gazmin and Party

     -  Reception of the National Flag

     -  Salute to the Flag by WB Guiseppe M. Tianco

     -  Singing of the National Anthem/Panunumpa sa Watawat ng Pilipinas

     -  Singing of the Grand Lodge Hymm

Installation Ceremony

   Installing Officer                              VW Stephen T. Monterroyo, PDGL

   Master of Ceremonies                     WB Lester R. Salazar, PGLI

   Asst. Master of Ceremonies            WB Pat. D. Noel, GLI

   

Delivery of Ancient Charges               VW Eduardo D.Ulindang, PDDGM

Presentation of the Past 

    Masters Jewel,  Presented by         VW Warlito M. Sanguila, PDDGM

Acceptance Speech by Recipient Past Masters of the Four Lodges              

Message from the Grand Lodge          Grand Master Voltaire T. Gazmin

Closing of the Lodge

Pictorials

6:30 pm  Inaugural Dinner and Fellowship         

Invocation                                   VW Rodolfo B. Montalban, PDGL

Philippine National Anthem          Ms. Amana Suello

Welcome Remarks                      Br. Dave Q. Ditucalan

                                                  Senior Warden, Manticao Lodge No. 243

Prayer  ...  Dinner   ....   Dinner

Entertainment Number                IMCC Kapagintaw Band

                                                  Iligan Medical Center College

Introduction of Guest and           Bro. Khaliquzzaman M. Macabato

    Visiting Brethren                     Senior Warden, Iligan Lodge No. 207

Inaugural Address(es)                Bro. Jerome Chiong Cañete

                                                 Worshipful Master, Maranaw Lodge No. 111

                                                 Bro. Alykhan Umpa Ali

                                                 Worshipful Master, Iligan Lodge No. 207

                                                 Bro. Eduardo Empleo Suello

                                                 Worshipful Master, Manticao Lodge No. 243

                                                 Bro. Rabin Maagad Arumpac

                                                 Worshipful Master, Judge Valerio V. Rovira Lodge No. 259

Entertainment Number              IMCC Kapagintaw Band

                                                Iligan Medical Center College

Introduction of the Guest          VW Alan U. Buenaventura, DDGM

    Speaker 

Guest Speaker                         MWGM Voltaire T. Gazmin

Seven Toast                             VW Warlito M. Sanguila, PDDGM

                                                Secretary, Iligan Lodge No. 207

Presentation of Token              WB Cesar T. Miguel, PGLI

                                                Secretary, Maranaw Lodge No. 111

Closing Remarks                     Bro. Jed Mel A. Montesclaros

                                               Junior Warden, Judge Valerio V. Rovira Lodge No. 259

Fellowship .... Dance .....

Fellowship Master of Ceremonies      VW Eufemio L. Calio, PDGL

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"If you have anything really valuable to contribute to the world, it will come through the expression of your own personality, that single spark of divinity that sets you off and makes you different from every other living creature." -Bruce Barton

 

 

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting August 20, 2016

Message From The East
WB Ivan Gerardo J. Banaag
Worshipful Master

Brethren:

Last July 30, 2016, our Lodge participated in the IMES District Ritual Olympics together with the rest of the lodges under MD RX & ARMM Lanao Provinces.  Thanks to the team of Judge Valerio V. Rovira Lodge No. 259 under WB Reynaldo O. Mancia who filled-up the vacant positions since most of our Elected/Appointed members at that time were not around to attend an equally important activities.  Special mention to Bro. Carl Irwin P. Garzon, our Senior Deacon who performed his part almost perfectly & following our new blue monitor.  Declared winners were JJVR Lodge No. 259 for the Opening Rituals & Radjah Indarapatra Lodge No. 387 for the closing.  My Congratulations to the winning teams.

The 3rd MD RX & ARMM Lanao Province District Convention was held last August 6, 2016 at Elena Tower Inn, Iligan City.  Registration started at 10am followed by the Stated meeting of Lake Lanao Lodge No. 227, the lead lodge whose Worshipful Master WB Omar S. Mahamad, Sr., as Convention Chairman.  Convention proper was between 1 to 4:30 in the afternoon.  A testimonial & Fraternal Night was held to honor our brethren under the district or within the district who were elected to public office.  The 5 out of 10 Honorees present were Bro. Majul U. Gandamra, Bro. Allan I. Lao, Bro. Jamal E. Manabilang, WB Samuel P. Huertas, PGLI, & VW Ian C. Uy, PDDGM.  Ceremonial Toasts was given by VW Warlito M. Sanguila, PDDGM before VW Alan U. Buenaventura, DDGM, delivered the message from the Grand Lodge.

Our Lodge was designated to handle the foods/drinks preparation & physical arrangements.  Thanks to Bro. Alykhan U. Ali, SW, who provided his vehicle to transport needed lodge paraphernalia to the venue & vice-versa.  WB Pat D. Noel took charge of the documentation esp. during the evening.  Thanks also to the Iligan Lodge 207 brethren who supported this activity and who registered to reach our required number of participants.

Thank you & May the GAOTU bless us all!

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AGENDA

August 20, 2016

5:00 pm  Opening of the Lodge of Master Mason

               Presentation of the National Flag

               Reading and Approval

                   *  Minutes of last stated meeting

                   *  Secretary Financial Report

                   *  Treasurer Financial Report

               Reports of Committees

                   *  Sunshine

                   *  Fellowship

               Masonic Education Battle of Knowledge

                                       WB Vic Mariano - Moderator

               Balloting - Mr. MACLIN LANTO

               Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/Circulars

               Other Communications (Petitions, etc.)

               Recognition of Visiting Brethren

               DGL Lecture

               Commentaries of Visiting Dignitaries

               Closing of Lodge of Master Mason

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Petitioners:

Mr. Ricarte Cadalin                     Mr. Leonidas Hidalgo

Mr. Arturo Alibango                    Mr. Sotero M. Jala, Jr.

Mr. Maclin Lanto                        Mr. Nocolai G. Tenazas

Mr. Simplicio Bautista, Jr.          Mr. Al Jalani Haroun P. Sanguila

Mr. Kent Alginn Garzon               Mr. Saudi S. Sulog

Mr. AbdulRashid Paunte

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR MARCH CELEBRANTS

VW Jose Montejo, Jr.              August 7
Bro. Rainato Sy                        August 11
VW Dominic W. Siao               August 30

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 "Visit an old teacher today and give thanks for the lessons given to you." - 2015 Bible Alive Daily Companion

Bulletin and Summon of Regular Stated Meeting July 16, 2016

Message from the East

WB Ivan Gerardo J. Banaag
Worshipful Master

Brethren,

Last July 4, 2016 we carried-out our yearly tradition of Sister Lodge visitation when we went to attend the stated meeting of Leonardo T. Pañares Lodge No. 220 in Cagayan de Oro City.  A very warm welcome were accorded us by WB Reuben Omar S. Plaza, Worshipful Master, & the rest of the members.  Dignitaries received includes RW Agapito S. Suan, Jr., JGW & our very own VW Oscar V. Badelles, JGL for Northern Mindanao.  The fellowship was held in Philtown Hotel & Oriental Garden Restaurant.  I would like to thank the brethren who accompanied me during the visit:  Bro. Alykhan U. Ali, SW, VW Jaime P. Magnetico, DGL, who was also the Masonic Education Speaker, & VW James T. Yu, PDDGM who provided us his vehicle.

Our District MD RX & ARMM Lanao Provinces were occupied with activities last weekend.  We had a Testimonial Dinner in honor of MW Voltaire T. Gazmin, Grand Master of Masons in the Jurisdiction of the Philippines held in Elena Tower Inn on July 9.  A Testimonial Toast was given by VW Warlito M. Sanguila, PDDGM before the Grand Master delivered his message.  Earlier in the afternoon, VW V.T. Gazmin attended Maranaw Lodge No. 111's stated meeting, his Mother Lodge.  Significance of the meeting aside from the Grand Master's presence was the signing of the District Sisterhood between our District RX & ARMM Lanao Provinces represented by VW Alan U. Buenaventura our DDGM & MD RVII (Cebu, Bohol & Siquijor) represented by their DDGM, VW Douglas S. Tan.  There were at least 40 brethren from the sister district who attended.

The next day, July 10, was the District-wide Golf Tournament/Family Fellowship (Amateur/Novato) held in Golf & Country Club of Iligan, Inc., Pindugangan, Iligan City.  Our lodge were represented mostly by seasoned players & special mention to Bro. John Yasser T. Sanguila who played under the Novato level.  The 2-day activity were covered by no other than WB Pat D. Noel, our immediate Past Master who take-charge of the documentation.  Our Lodge was assigned to chair the Transportation Committee, thanks to the following who assisted me & provided not only their vehicles but also their time that somehow the task given to us was handled smoothly, they were from Maranaw Lodge No. 111, VW Alan U. Buenaventura, DDGM, Bro. Jerome C. Cañete, SW, Bro. Clealan A. Catipay, JD., & Bro. Aitor E. Gonzales.  VW Samuel "Tatay" Huertas of Mantical Lodge No. 243.  From our lodge were Bro. Alykhan U. Ali, SW, VW James T. Yu, PDDGM, & Bro. Ted Bryan K. Yu, JD.

Thank you & May the GAOTU bless us all!

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Agenda for the Stated Meeting

5:00 PM     Opening of the Lodge of Master Mason

                    Presentation of the National Flag

                    Reading and Approval

                           *  Minutes of last stated meeting

                           *  Secretary's Financial Report

                           *  Treasurer's Financial Report

                    Reports of Committees

                           *  Sunshine

                           *  Fellowship

                    Masonic Education:  VW EUFEMIO CALIO, PDGL

                    Reading of Grand Lodge Edicts/Circulars

                    Other Communications (Petitions, etc.)

                    Recognition of visiting Brethren

                    DGL Lecture

                    Commentaries of Visiting Dignitaries

                    Closing the Lodge of Master Mason

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Petitioners:

Mr. Ricarte Cadalin                     Mr. Leonidas Hidalgo

Mr. Arturo Alibango                    Mr. Sotero M. Jala, Jr.

Mr. Maclin Lanto                        Mr. Nocolai G. Tenazas

Mr. Simplicio Bautista, Jr.          Mr. Al Jalani Haroun P. Sanguila

Mr. Kent Alginn Garzon               Mr. Saudi S. Sulog

Mr. AbdulRhaman Paunte

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TYLER's NOTICE

Please observe Lodge Hall Protocol during meetings and please pay your 2016 Annual Dues and Arrears.

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Happy Birthday to July Celebrants

Bro. Gilbert Bitoy  July 18

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Congratulations on your Wedding Anniversary

VW Joseph and Sis Mauly Sanguila   July 8

Bro. Danilo and Sis Virgie Gonzaga    July 12

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"...settle conflicts/differences on the lodge level through fellowship and try to avoid filing charges/cases against a brother..." - MW Voltaire T. Gazmin