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Lodge Gomantak No.248 celebrated Universal Brotherhood Day on 24th June, 2016 at the Goa Branch of Shanti Avedna, a Hospice for terminally ill cancer patients. Brethren of the Lodge, along with their families, interacted with the matron, sisters and voluntary workers running the hospice and the patients at the facility.</div>
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Hospital supplies and toiletries, etc. were presented to the Sister in charge of the hospice. Snacks and soft drinks were served the inmates. The total value of the charity was about Rs. 16,000/-.</div>
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Ms. Maria Rodrigues, the young and dynamic Sarpanch of Loutulim Village Panchayat, on the invitation by the brethren, graced the occasion, and her graceful presence was appreciated by all. Readers may recall that the Masonic Temple of Lodge Gomantak will be constructed on the plot of land situated in this village.</div>
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As the W. Master of Lodge Gomanatk No. 248 was away on a pressing family engagement, W. Bro. Devidas Borkar, W. Master of Mark Lodge Gomantak No. 153 addressed the gathering. He gave an overview of the nature of Freemasonry and the importance of Universal Brotherhood Day. Brethren lauded the good work being done by the sisters who managed the hospice and requested the matron in charge to contact the brethren for any further assistance needed from the Lodge.</div>
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After the visit to Shanti Avedna, members of Lodge visited the site of the proposed Masonic Temple at Loutulim. A get-together and fellowship was also organized as a part of the celebration of Universal Brotherhood Day. W. Bro. Anastasio Colaco treated the brethren to a sumptuous dinner at his residence. All the brethren enjoyed the fellowship and dinner.</div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-38936798627950477852016-06-13T21:53:00.000-07:002016-06-28T21:54:00.660-07:00Bro. Devidas Borkar Installed in the Eastern Chair of Mark Lodge Gomantak No. 153, Goa<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
The 2nd Annual Installation Ceremony of Mark Lodge Gomantak No.153 was held on Saturday, 11th June, 2016 at Jai Kieran Hall, Ramnathi, Goa. Bro. Devidas Borkar was ceremoniously placed in the Master's Chair by V. W. Bro. Madhukar C. Thakkar, the Ruling Master of the Lodge.<br /><br />W. Bro. Devidas Borkar then appointed and invested his Officers for the year 2016-17.<br />
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<br />The ceremony was attended by brethren of the Lodge in large numbers. W. Bro. P. C. Dhananjeya, Assistant Regional Grand Mark Master graced the occasion as representative of the R.W. the Regional Grand Mark Master of the Regional Grand Mark Lodge of Southern India, R. W. Bro. Arvind Prasad Chitra. W. Bro. Dhananjeya congratulated the outgoing Master on his achievements in the year 2015-16.He wished the incoming Master well, and appreciated the plans he had for his year as Master of the Lodge. He complimented the officers of the Lodge, particularly the Secretary V. W. Bro Yashkaran Singh Lauly and the Treasurer Bro. Subhash Malkarnekar , for their outstanding performance. He also delivered the Address to the Master.<br /><br />V. W. Bro. Madhukar C. Thakkar gave a succinct report of his Stewardship of the Lodge highlighting the various activities of the Lodge. He recollected the Consecration and Installation ceremony held in June 2015, a memorable event which saw the august presence of M.W. the Grand Mark Master, R. W. the Grand Master elect, all Regional Grand Masters and a large number of Mark Master Masons. He appreciated the co-operation he received from the brethren of the Lodge. He thanked the officers of the Grand Lodge of India and the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, and especially R. W. the Regional Grand Master R. W. Bro. Arvind Prasad Chitra for their, advice, support and encouragement.<br /><br />W. Bro. Devidas Borkar, in his acceptance address, complimented the outgoing Master and officers for their excellent performance and solicited their support and co-operation during his Mastership. He also outlined his intention of placing the Lodge on a sound footing by advancing more members and improving the performance of rituals.<br /><br />Brethren from Hubli, Dharwad and Bangalore graced the ceremony with their presence.<br /><br />The evening ended with a festive board and fellowship which were enjoyed by all.<br /><br /></div>
Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-87411637112868453772016-02-26T06:40:00.000-08:002016-03-03T08:26:02.049-08:00Bro. Manoj Timble Installed in the Eastern Chair of Lodge Gomantak No. 248, Goa<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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W. Bro. Manoj Timble then appointed and invested his Officers for the year 2016-17.<br />
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The ceremony was attended by brethren of the Lodge in large numbers. W. Bro. C. Nagaraju, ARGM of North Karnataka and Goa Area graced the occasion as representative of the R.W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, R. W. Bro. Arvind Prasad Chitra. W. Bro. Nagaraju congratulated the outgoing Master on his achievements in the year 2015-16 and wished the incoming Master well. He complimented the officers of the Lodge, particularly the Secretary and the Treasurer, for their outstanding performance. He also delivered the Address to the Master.<br />
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W. Bro. John Sylvester Silveira gave a succinct report of his Stewardship of the Lodge highlighting the various activities of the Lodge. He appreciated the co-operation he received from both senior and younger brethren of the Lodge. He thanked the officers of the Grand Lodge of India and the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, and especially R. W. the Regional Grand Master R. W. Bro. Arvind Prasad Chitra and W. the ARGM W. Bro. Nagaraju for their, advice, support and encouragement.<br />
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W. Bro. Mohan Annigeri, Ruling Master of Lodge Dharwad No. 54, W. Bro. Bharat Mudareddi of the same Lodge, and W. Bro. M. Ganganna of Lodge Vijayanagar, Hospet graced the ceremony with their presence.</div>
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The august presence of W. Bro. Richard J. Kendrick PPSGD (Past Provincial Senior Grand Steward), UGLE (who incidentally celebrated his 41st Masonic Birthday on 20th February) brought greater colour to the ceremony.<br />
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The evening ended with toasts, a raffle in aid of charity, a festive board, fellowship and a karaoke session which were enjoyed by all.</div>
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Brethren of Lodge Gomantak No. 248 met the representatives of the Daddy’s Home for the Elderly at the festive board after the Lodge meeting on 21st November 2015, who spoke about their new project for which they were collecting funds. W. Bro. John Silveira, W. Master of the Lodge, presented them with a cheque for 5,000/- on behalf of the Lodge.<br />
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-68165052320629788222015-06-30T22:28:00.000-07:002016-03-04T02:36:01.671-08:00Lodge Gomantak No.248 celebrates Universal Brotherhood Day with Shanti Avedna, Loutulim, Goa<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Lodge Gomantak No.248 celebrated Universal Brotherhood Day on 24th June, 2015 at the Goa Branch of Shanti Avedna, a Hospice for terminally ill cancer patients. Brethren of the Lodge, along with their families, interacted with the sisters and voluntary workers running the hospice and the patients at the facility.<br />
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The Sister in charge complimented and thanked the brethren of Lodge Gomantak for visiting and bringing solace to the inmates of the Hospice for three years in succession.<br />
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After the visit to Shanti Avedna, members of Lodge and their families visited the site of the proposed Masonic Temple at Loutulim. A family get-together was also organized as a part of the celebration of Universal Brotherhood Day. All the brethren and their families enjoyed the fellowship and dinner.<br />
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Lodge Gomantak No 153 was ceremoniously consecrated and constituted at Highland
Beach resort, Candolim, Goa on Saturday, 6th June 2015 at 9.30 A.M. in a very
solemn and impressive ceremony. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Twenty-six brethren
from Goa, Belgaum, Hubli and Dharwad had petitioned to the Grand Lodge of<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Mark Masons of India for starting a Mark
Lodge in Goa, and the petition was acceded to by the M. W. The Grand Mark
Master. Accordingly, it was decided to have the consecration of the lodge on
the occasion of the Especial Communication of the Grand Lodge of India to be held in Goa on 6th June 2015. </span></div>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XaxltS0sg4A/VYTxF7b6iCI/AAAAAAAABh8/bPIYAiCWmlg/s1600/DSC_3517.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XaxltS0sg4A/VYTxF7b6iCI/AAAAAAAABh8/bPIYAiCWmlg/s200/DSC_3517.JPG" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">M.W. Bro. Vasudev
Jamnavihar Masurekar, M.W. the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Master Masons
of India was the Consecrating Officer and was ably assisted by R. W. Bro.
Arvind Prasad Chitra as I.P.M. and Installing Officer, R.W. Bro. S. K. Chibber
as S.W., R.W. Bro. V. Kesava Rao as J.W, V. W. Bro. Subhash Chawla as Chaplain
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-46754667747437545312015-02-25T03:35:00.000-08:002016-03-04T02:36:53.209-08:00Bro. John Sylvester Silveira Installed in the Eastern Chair of Lodge Gomantak No. 248, Goa<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The 34th Annual Installation Ceremony of Lodge Gomantak No. 248 was held on Saturday, 21st February, 2015 at Jai Kieran Hall, Ramnathi, Goa. Bro. John Sylvester Silveira was ceremoniously placed in the Chair of King Solomon by W. Bro. Godfrey Richard Gould, the Ruling Master of the Lodge.<br />
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W. Bro. John Sylvester Silveira then appointed and invested his Officers for the year 2015-16.<br />
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The ceremony was attended by brethren of the Lodge in large numbers. V. W. Bro. Yazdi Eruch Shroff, P. G. D of C, P. Dy. R. G. M., ARGM of North Karnataka and Goa Area and an esteemed member of the Lodge graced the occasion as representative of the R.W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional grand Lodge of Southern India, R. W. Bro. Arvind Prasad Chitra. V. W. Bro. Shroff complimented the outgoing Master on his excellent performance in the year 2014-15 and wished the incoming Master well. He also delivered the Address to the Master.<br />
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W. Bro. Richard Gould gave a succinct report of his Stewardship of the Lodge highlighting the various new initiatives and the substantial increase in Charity receipts and donations. He also presented mementos -"Master's Wages"- to all his officers in appreciation of the services rendered by them during his Mastership, another new initiative.<br />
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R. W. Bro. J. K. Devgupta, Dy. R. G. M. Of the Regional Grand Lodge of Western India, W. Bro. C. V. Angadi and W. Bro. F. C. Patil of Lodge Dharwad No. 54 graced the ceremony with their presence.<br />
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The august presence of W. Bro. Christopher Po, Ruling Master of Lodge Haig-Brown 3829 E.C. along with W. Bro. Ajay Aras, W. Bro. Subeer Verma, W. Bro. Christopher Pereira, Bro. Rajesh Chheda and Bro. Nelson D'Silva, officers of Lodge Haig-Brown 3829 E.C. brought greater colour to the ceremony.<br />
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-28905014647692497012014-12-23T03:01:00.000-08:002016-03-04T02:37:08.870-08:00Open House (White Table Event) Organized By Lodge Gomantak No. 248 on 20th December, 2014<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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W. Bro. G. Richard Gould, the Worshipful Master gave a talk on Freemasonry.<br />
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After the presentation, all brethren, ladies and guests attended the Festive Board at which a short audio-visual giving the point of view of a new young Freemason was shown.<br />
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Spouses of the Brethren of the Lodge, friends and a few probable candidates attended the White Table event, which was appreciated by all.<br />
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-55645346170832899382014-09-07T01:00:00.000-07:002014-09-20T01:37:05.714-07:00Information on the Diabetic Camp.<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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a.m. to 12 noon</span></span>, the total number of patients screened was 37, of which 26 were
found to be Diabetic. This is a 70% positive hit rate. This Camp has been
instrumental in improving and prolonging the life of 26 people in the local community
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was pleased with the result. He is the Doctor in Charge of this world class
clinic which is run at a low charge rate for the patients. This Clinic, ‘Dr.
Mohan’s Diabetes Specialties Centre’ is the first of its kind in Goa. However,
it is a pan India organisation and Dr. Mohan is highly respected in this field
across the world. The Centre has links with the World Health Organisation and
the International Diabetes Federation. The Goa Branch can be contacted on 0832
-2462811/2462911. Appointments can also be made via email to </span><a href="mailto:appointments-goa@drmohans.com" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: blue; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">appointments-goa@drmohans.com</span></a><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> or via their website </span><a href="http://drmohansdiabetes.com/" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: blue; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">http://drmohansdiabetes.com</span></a><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> .</span></div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-78442899018740023742014-06-27T04:13:00.003-07:002016-03-04T02:37:22.384-08:00Universal Brotherhood Day with Shanti Avedna, Loutulim, Goa<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-20908118598576683422014-06-10T03:19:00.000-07:002016-03-04T02:37:33.489-08:00Area (Joint) Meeting of the Lodges in the North Karnataka and Goa Area<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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LODGE OF GOODWILL NO. 5, BELLARY, LODGE VICTORIA NO. 9, BELGAUM, LODGE HUBLI NO. 44, HUBLI, LODGE DHARWAD NO. 54, DHARWAD, LODGE GOMANTAK NO. 248, GOA, LODGE LYONS CENTENARY NO.274, HUBLI, LODGE VIJAYNAGAR NO. 279, HOSPET, KARNATAKA MASTERS’ LODGE NO.325 and LODGE KRITAPURA NO. 357, GADAG.<br />
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About 110 brethren and families from the area and Southern Region, including 8 ARGM’s, and R.W. the Regional Grand Master of RGLSI graced the occasion by their presence.<br />
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The Pro-tem W.M. accorded a warm welcome to R. W. Bro Arvind P. Chitra, P. Dy. G. M., R. W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, the officers of his deputation, the distinguished recipient of the LTSJ, visiting brethren and the gracious ladies and families attending the meeting.<br />
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W. Bro. Yaxdi E. Shroff, ARGM of North Karnatak and Goa Area welcomed R. W. Bro A. P. Chitra, P. Dy. G. M., R. W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, the officers of his deputation, the distinguished recipient of the LTSJ, visiting brethren and the gracious ladies and families attending the meeting, and expressed his happiness at the overwhelming response of all brethren from the area and the region to our invitation for the area meet and the excellent arrangements the host Lodge had made for their comfortable stay and convenience. <br />
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The Pro-tem W.M. then conducted the ceremony for the presentation of Long Term Service Jewels to the distinguished recipient W. Bro. Mahesh Gajanan Nagarsekar - 25 years (L248) . <br />
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The prayer was said by the Chaplain W. Bro. Pankaj Saraf. The Pro-tem Secretary W. Bro. D. V. Borkar read the detailed Masonic Bio-data of the distinguished recipient.<br />
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W. Bro. Anastasio Colaco felicitated W. Bro. Mahesh Gajanan Nagarsekar on receiving the award.<br />
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R. W. Bro Arvind P. Chitra, P. Dy. G. M., R. W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India then addressed the Meeting. In his address, he congratulated the distinguished recipient for the well deserved honour conferred on him. He expressed his happiness at the fact that over 110 brethren and their families, including 8 ARGM’s had graced the occasion by their presence. He complimented W. Bro. Shroff and the brethren of Lodge Gomantak for the impeccable arrangements for the Meet.<br />
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Early the next morning, delegates and their families participated enthusiastically in a “Zumba Dance” session under the guidance of Zumba Instructor Miss Zaver Shroff, daughter of W. Bro. Yazdi E. Shroff, ARGM.<br />
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(Photographs of the Event are available <a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/105579540868863483844/AreaMeetGoaJune2014?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCKeSpdW-ltWLigE&feat=directlink" target="_blank">HERE</a>)</div>
Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-83104691442344423402014-05-23T23:20:00.000-07:002014-05-23T23:20:08.012-07:00Invitation to Area Meet 2014<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Our beloved R.W. the Regional Grand Master has accorded us the privilege
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It will be held on Saturday, 7th June 2014 at Acacia Palms Beach Resort, Colva, Salcete, Goa.</div>
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ACCOUNT NAME: LODGE GOMANTAK NO. 248</div>
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BANK NAME: KARNATAKA BANK LTD., PONDA BRANCH</div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-6778748801612352562014-02-04T10:01:00.000-08:002016-03-04T02:37:51.013-08:00Bro. Godfrey Richard Gould Installed In The Eastern Chair of Lodge Gomantak, And V. W. Bro. Prakash Gaunekar Presented With 25-Year Long-Term Service Jewel in a Twin Ceremony<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The Twin Ceremony of the 33rd Annual Installation of Lodge Gomantak No. 248 and presentation of 25- year Long Term Service Jewel was held on Sunday, 2nd February, 2014, at Jai Kieran Hall, Ramnathi, Goa.<br />
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Bro. Godfrey Richard Gould was ceremoniously placed in the Chair of King Solomon by W. Bro. Pankaj V. Saraf, Past Master of the Lodge.<br />
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The Lodge had the privilege of the gracious presence of R.W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, R.W. Bro. R. Sushil Raj at the ceremony. R.W. Bro. R. Sushil Raj also delivered the address to the incoming W. Master. <br />
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W. Bro. G. Richard Gould then appointed and invested his Officers for the year 2013-14.<br />
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After the ceremony of Installation, the Lodge was thrown open to ladies and non-masons in an open house ceremony for the presentation of 25 years Long Term Service Jewel to V.
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W. Bro. Devidas V. Borkar felicitated the recipient on behalf of the brethren, and V. W. Bro. Prakash Gaunekar responded warmly to the feliciatation. <br />
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Mrs. Pushpa Gaunekar as well as family member and friends of V. W. Bro. Prakash Gaunekar witnessed the open ceremony. <br />
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The twin ceremonies were attended by brethren of Lodge Gomantak in large numbers.<br />
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Visiting brethren from the Region as well as from abroad also attended the twin ceremonies.<br />
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-70084279943795810662013-07-02T02:41:00.000-07:002013-07-02T02:41:45.423-07:00Universal Brotherhood Day with Shanti Avedana, Loutulim, Goa<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The Area (Joint) Meeting of the following Lodges in the North Karnataka and Goa Area under W. Bro. Madhukar C. Thakkar,P. G. Org., ARGM, was held at Hotel Highland Resort, Candolim, Goa on Saturday, 8th June, 2013 . </div>
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LODGE OF GOODWILL NO. 5, BELLARY, LODGE VICTORIA NO. 9, BELGAUM, LODGE HUBLI NO. 44, HUBLI, LODGE DHARWAD NO. 54, DHARWAD, LODGE GOMANTAK NO. 248, GOA, LODGE LYONS CENTENARY NO.274, HUBLI, LODGE VIJAYNAGAR NO. 279, HOSPET, KARNATAKA MASTERS’ LODGE NO.325 and LODGE KRITAPURA NO. 357, GADAG.<br />
The Meet was hosted by Lodge Gomantak No. 248, Goa.</div>
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W. Bro Mohit Saraf, W. Master of Lodge Gomantak No. 248 occupied the Eastern Chair as Pro-tem W. Master. </div>
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The Pro-tem W.M. accorded a warm welcome to R. W. Bro Retna Raj Sushil Raj, P. Dy. G. M., R. W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, the officers of his deputation, the distinguished recipients of the LTSJ, visiting brethren and the gracious ladies and families attending the meeting. </div>
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W. Bro. Madhukar C. Thakkar, ARGM of North Karnatak and Goa Area welcomed R. W. Bro Retna Raj Sushil Raj, P. Dy. G. M., R. W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, the officers of his deputation, the distinguished recipients of the LTSJ, visiting brethren and the gracious ladies and families attending the meeting, and expressed his happiness at the overwhelming response of all brethren from the area and the region to our invitation for the area meet and the excellent arrangements the host Lodge had made for their comfortable stay and convenience. He complimented R. W. the Regional Grand Master on completing 450 LTSJ presentations in 27 months of his tenure and expressed the fond hope that 500 LTSJ presentations would be completed by the time R. W. the Regional Grand Master laid down office. He also exhorted the brethren to take up the 7-star programme of the GLI and the 9-point programme of the RGL</div>
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The Pro-tem W.M. then conducted the ceremony for the presentation of Long Term Service Jewels to the distinguished recipients W. Bro. Dr. Vinod Mohan Kallianpurkar - 25 years (L44) and W. Bro. Durganand Ramnath Savordekar – 25 years (L248).</div>
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The prayer was said by the Chaplain W. Bro. A. D. Manvi. The Pro-tem Secretary W. Bro. D. V. Borkar read the detailed Masonic Bio-data of the distinguished recipients.</div>
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Dr. Vinod Mohan Kallianpurkar and W. Bro. Durganand Ramnath Savordekar responded warmly to the felicitations.</div>
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The Pro-tem W.M. then presented R. W. Bro Retna Raj Sushil Raj, P. Dy. G. M., R. W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India with a memento on behalf of the Area Meet and another on behalf of the host Lodge, Lodge Gomantak No. 248.<br />
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In his address to the Brethren, R. W. the Regional Grand Master complimented the Lodge Secretaries on their excellent reports and the performance and projected activities of each Lodge. He advised the brethren to emulate and adopt the best practices of other Lodges .He exhorted all Lodges to celebrate Universal Brotherhood Day in a significant manner, and also to attend the Half-yearly Meet in large numbers. He thanked the organizers for the Plaque and gift presented to him.</div>
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The Area Directory of the North Karnataka and Goa Area under W. Bro. Madhukar C. Thakkar,P. G. Org., ARGM, was released at the auspicious hands of R.W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India.<br />
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R.W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India unveiled the portraits of M.W. Bro. Vasudeo Jamnavihar Masurekar, O.S.M., M.W. the Grand Master , Grand Lodge of AF&AM of India, R. W. Bro Retna Raj Sushil Raj, P. Dy. G. M., R. W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India and W. Bro. Madhukar C. Thakkar, P.G. Org., ARGM of N. Karnataka & Goa Area.<br />
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In the evening, the brethren and their families participated in a variety entertainment programme of dance & music, excellent fellowship and a sumptuous dinner.<br />
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An arrangement for the overnight stay of all delegates and families was made at the Resort, which was appreciated by all.<br />
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(Photos Here - <a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/105579540868863483844/AreaMeetGoaJune2013?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCNO6u9n8uNKBwgE&feat=directlink" target="_blank">Link to Area Meet Photos</a> )</div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-81212209286149896082013-05-09T21:48:00.000-07:002013-05-18T04:35:40.306-07:00Invitation to Area Meet 2013<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Our beloved R.W. the Regional Grand Master has accorded us the privilege of hosting the Area Meet of our Area (N. Karnataka & Goa) under ARGM W. Bro. M. C. Thakkar.</div>
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It will be held on Saturday, 8th June 2013 at Hotel Highland Resort, Candolim, Goa.</div>
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The Invitation Letter and Registration form can be viewed from <a href="https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4Ldgt1ZErOMMGp0NzJtVlBMamM/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">HERE</a> or downloaded from <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/lodgegomantak/files/Announcement%20re.%20Area%20Meet.pdf?attredirects=0&d=1" target="_blank">HERE</a><a href="https://doc-0o-5o-docs.googleusercontent.com/docs/securesc/rqhnr5pm599n6jnn94ghlc0v11cc405f/r2s450hff4jie62dcqsomq9tbi8sgbp8/1368079200000/10429161907010306021/10429161907010306021/0B4Ldgt1ZErOMMGp0NzJtVlBMamM?e=download&nonce=ooa4ed1veeo02&user=10429161907010306021&hash=fjpni5g0u0eea405f2v0erfod0cg5no1"><br /></a></div>
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Please Register by 30th May 2013 to ensure your reservation.<br />
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Brethren may pay their Registration fee directly in our Bank Account.</div>
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Please send the registration form along with details of payment to the Organizing Secretary.</div>
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BANK DETAILS:</div>
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ACCOUNT NAME: LODGE GOMANTAK NO. 248</div>
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BANK NAME: KARNATAKA BANK LTD., PONDA BRANCH</div>
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ACCOUNT NO. 2632500100228601</div>
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IFSC CODE: KARB0000263</div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-49286311403201133862013-02-28T23:06:00.000-08:002013-03-14T23:13:04.596-07:00Annual Investiture Meet of The Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India at Mysore<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The Worshipful Master W. Bro. Mohit Saraf accompanied by seven brethren of Lodge Gomantak No. 248 travelled to Mysore to attend the Annual Investiture Meet of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India on 23rd and 24th February, 2013.</div>
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At the Investiture Ceremony, it was a pleasure for the brethren to witness the investiture of W. Bro. Pankaj Saraf as an active officer of RGLSI - Assistant Regional Grand Inner Guard. </div>
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Brethren of Lodge Lodge Mysore No 34 and Lodge Jayachamaraja No.308 deserve a word of appreciation for the excellent arrangements made by them for a pleasant and memorable stay of all visiting brethren.</div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-60735779511198495562013-02-18T23:08:00.000-08:002013-03-14T23:11:58.444-07:00Bro. Mohit V. Saraf Installed in the Eastern Chair of Lodge Gomantak<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The 32nd Annual Installation Ceremony of Lodge Gomantak No. 248 was held on Sunday, 17th February, 2013 at Jai Kieran Hall, Ramnathi, Goa. Bro. Mohit Saraf was ceremoniously placed in the Chair of King Solomon by W. Bro. Pankaj V. Saraf, Past Master and Chaplain of the Lodge. </div>
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W. Bro. Mohit Saraf then appointed and invested his Officers for the year 2013-14.</div>
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The ceremony was attended by brethren of the Lodge in large numbers. W. Bro. Abhiman B. Bhalerao, ARGM of North Karnataka and Goa Area graced the occasion as representative of the R.W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional grand Lodge of Southern India, R. W. Bro. R. Sushil Raj.</div>
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W. Bro. V. G. Govekar, Act. R.G.D. of C., W. Bro. M.C.Thackar and W. Bro. P. A. Singala of Lodge Lyons Centenary No. 274, W. Bro. D. P. Dayanand and W. Bro. Dinesh of Lodge Dharwad No. 54 and other distinguished brethren graced the ceremony with their presence.</div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-75836634516445268542012-09-14T06:02:00.000-07:002013-03-18T04:31:04.298-07:00Half-Yearly Meet of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India at Rajahmundry<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The Worshipful Master accompanied by eight brethren of Lodge Gomantak No. 248 travelled to Rajahmundry for the Half-yearly Meet of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India on 8th and 9th September, 2012.</div>
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Besides attending the Half-yearly Meet of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, it was an occasion to meet and interact with the M.W. the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of India, M. W. Bro Capt. Dr. Balaram Biswakumar, the Grand Master Elect R. W. Bro. Vasudev J. Masurekar, R. W. the Regional Grand Master, R. W. Bro. R. Sushil Raj and officers of the Grand Lodge and the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India, as well as brethren from different Lodges across the Southern Region.</div>
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Brethren of Lodge Godavery No. 89 deserve a word of appreciation for the excellent arrangements made by them for a pleasant and memorable stay of all visiting brethren.</div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-75627490391948948122012-06-26T04:32:00.000-07:002012-12-12T04:35:44.608-08:00Universal Brotherhood Day with Shanti Avedana, Loutulim, Goa<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Lodge Gomantak No.248 celebrated Universal Brotherhood Day on 24th June, 2012 at the Goa Branch of Shanti Avedana, a Hospice for terminally ill cancer patients. </div>
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Brethren of the Lodge, along with their families, interacted with the sisters and voluntary workers running the hospice and the patients at the facility. </div>
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Hospital supplies and linen was presented to the Sister in charge of the hospice. An amount of Rs 8,000/- was also presented to the Sister in charge of the hospice to take care of the needs of the inmates. </div>
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After the visit to Shanti Avedana, members of Lodge and their families visited the site of the proposed Masonic Temple at Loutulim.</div>
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A family get-together was also organized as a part of the celebration of Universal Brotherhood Day. A prospective member of the Lodge was also invited to the visit to Shanti Avedana and the subsequent get-together to acquaint him with the brethren in the lodge and to give him a feel of the unity and brotherly atmosphere in the Lodge and the activities of the Lodge.</div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-57504255767126712592012-06-05T05:00:00.000-07:002012-12-12T01:01:49.236-08:00A Second Lodge Meeting and Picnic at Candolim <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-27253451109186012052012-04-30T04:13:00.000-07:002012-12-12T04:14:10.932-08:00Memorial Service in Homage to the Late R.W.Bro. Dr. R. Y. Kittur<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<br />R.W. Bro. Dr. R. Y. Kittur who was initiated into Freemasonry on 5th July, 1969, was a distinguished Brother and an excellent ritualist. He was bestowed numerous ranks in The Grand Lodge of India and Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India. He was a treasure of information and guidance to every brother and an excellent source of Masonic knowledge and information.</div>
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Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-54652567553301200252012-03-12T01:59:00.003-07:002012-03-12T02:01:59.541-07:00Bro. Anastasio Colaco Installed As Master Of Lodge Gomantak<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: justify;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XYvB0WBjLW0/T126LLI3RlI/AAAAAAAAAVQ/SLbWClFCscg/s1600/Master.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XYvB0WBjLW0/T126LLI3RlI/AAAAAAAAAVQ/SLbWClFCscg/s200/Master.jpg" width="133" yda="true" /></a>The 31st Annual Installation Ceremony of Lodge Gomantak No. 248 was held on Saturday, 18th February, 2011at Jai Kieran Hall, Ramnathi, Goa. Bro. Anastasio Colaco was ceremoniously placed in the Chair of King Solomon by W. Bro. Devidas V. Borkar, the Ruling Master of the Lodge. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: justify;"><br />
W. Bro. Anastasio Colaco then appointed and invested his Officers for the year 2012-13.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: justify;"><br />
The ceremony was attended by brethren of the Lodge in large numbers. W. Bro. Yashkaran Singh, ARGM of North Karnataka and Goa Area graced the occasion as representative of the R.W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional grand Lodge of Southern India, R. W. Bro. R. Sushil Raj.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: justify;"><br />
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Vd0lxjYylYg/T126Lf0eSsI/AAAAAAAAAVU/PLXRBtAR_rE/s1600/11-12Group.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Vd0lxjYylYg/T126Lf0eSsI/AAAAAAAAAVU/PLXRBtAR_rE/s200/11-12Group.jpg" width="200" yda="true" /></a>W. Bro. Alvito Martins, Ruling Master of Lodge Haig Brown No.3829 of the English Constitution, Bro. Austin Ellis of Lodge Salfire No. 1505 under Scottish Constitution, W. Bro. Vithal of Lodge Dharwad No. 54 and other distinguished brethren graced the ceremony with their presence.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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The evening ended with a festive board and fellowship which was enjoyed by all.</div></div>Lodge Gomantak No. 248http://www.blogger.com/profile/07883352703502664688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835403108288292902.post-682037158273001282012-01-23T22:54:00.000-08:002012-01-23T23:12:35.677-08:00R. W. The Regional Grand Master Visits the Lodge<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DGkFz1pjYwU/Tx5SjmOCtlI/AAAAAAAAAT4/B_PI24URZXo/s1600/DSC_4021.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" nfa="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DGkFz1pjYwU/Tx5SjmOCtlI/AAAAAAAAAT4/B_PI24URZXo/s200/DSC_4021.JPG" width="142" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Sunday the 22nd of January, 2012 was a golden-letter day for Lodge Gomantak No. 248. <br />
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On that day. W. Bro. Retna Raj Sushil Raj, P.A.G.M, R. W. the Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Southern India attended the regular meeting of the Lodge, along with his officers. He was accompanied by W. Bro. Yashkaran Singh, the Assistant Regional Grand Master of North Karnataka Area, W. Bro. A. B. Bhalerao, Regional Grand Director of Ceremonies and other officers who formed his deputation.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: justify;">R.W. Bro. R. Sushil Raj was received into the Lodge in procession as per protocol, and welcomed by the W. Master, W. Bro. Devidas Borkar. He was also unanimously elected an Honorary Member of the Lodge.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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R. W. the Regional Grand Master then occupied the Eastern Chair and conducted the ceremony for raising Bro. Anthony Fernandes to the sublime degree of Master Mason.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qmzkN9rrpX8/Tx5SlabuxOI/AAAAAAAAAUY/-UdnvHpj-wU/s1600/DSC_4025.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" nfa="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qmzkN9rrpX8/Tx5SlabuxOI/AAAAAAAAAUY/-UdnvHpj-wU/s200/DSC_4025.JPG" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">All visiting brethren and brethren of the Lodge were impressed by the exemplary manner in which the entire ceremony was performed. It was indeed a memorable occasion for the Lodge and for Bro. Anthony Fernandes who had the privilege of being raised by R. W. the Regional Grand Master.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WIW9AmP5YkQ/Tx5SmFhbWnI/AAAAAAAAAUU/8K6f1Ta9EMQ/s1600/DSC_4026.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" nfa="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WIW9AmP5YkQ/Tx5SmFhbWnI/AAAAAAAAAUU/8K6f1Ta9EMQ/s200/DSC_4026.JPG" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">In his address, R.W. the Regional Grand Master expressed his happiness with the arrangements for the meeting in particular and for the activities of the Lodge in general. He also expressed the hope that the Lodge Temple would be ready soon, and exhorted the brethren to interact with the local community for a better image of Freemasonry. He extended his hand of assistance to the Lodge if required in the Temple project or any other undertaking of the Lodge.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9uxwM0kpyN0/Tx5SmuJdeiI/AAAAAAAAAUc/rjBPjMVMREk/s1600/DSC_4027.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" nfa="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9uxwM0kpyN0/Tx5SmuJdeiI/AAAAAAAAAUc/rjBPjMVMREk/s200/DSC_4027.JPG" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Distinguished visitors who attended the meeting included W. Bro. Ray Smith of Lodge Royal St. Edmunds No.008, W. Bro. John Scotney of Lodge Dr. Oliver No.3964, W. Bro. John Cox of Lodge Southius No. 8774, all under the United Grand Lodge of England, Bro. Austin Ellis of Lodge Salfire No. 1505 under Scottish Constitution and W. Bro. Francisco Vares Machado of Lodge Camoes No.15 and the Grand Ambassador of the Grand Lodge Regular of Portugal.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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