"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/30/11

 

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the 30th and final winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way Fundraiser. This has been a success on many different levels but most importantly, allowed us to provide the much needed funds for two nonprofit organizations in Lee County. The Alpha House for Boys and the Gardner-Simmons Home for Girls will both be presented checks from our lodge, which will be used in support of their noble and worthy causes. Thank you for all your support and contributions. We hope that you have enjoyed this fundraiser as much as we have. We look forward to bringing this opportunity to you again in the future so continue to stay in touch with us through our blog for details and announcements. The Masons have always been known for their generosity, support, and contributions, to our community. The decision you made to support us made this all possible. We look forward to partnering with you again! Now, without further delay, the final winner of our Grand Prize is...

Winchester Super X 3 12ga. Shotgun w/ Composite Stock or $1000 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden


Dennis Farris
Mantachie, Ms.

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way Fundraiser... Drawing to an End!

Today will be the last drawing for Tupelo Masonic Lodge No 318 F&AM's "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way Fundraiser... We just wanted to take a minute to say "Thank You!", for all the support that everyone gave to helping us secure our vision of making a difference in the lives of our youth by contributing to the relief of the Alpha House for Boys and Gardner-Simmons Home for Girls in Tupelo. These two nonprofit organizations make it possible for children who have come from some very bad situations, live as normal a life as possible. After speaking with Jerry L. Clayton, Founder/Executive Director, of the Alpha House, there is no question that his vision that started 40 years ago, is as clear today as it was way back then. Your continued support and donations are very much needed and will be used to ensure these children continue to receive the loving care that they do now. If you have questions regarding the Alpha House or would like to make a donation, contact them using the information below, and be sure to tell them that the "Masons" sent you! Again, thank you so much for your support. You have made a difference.

Alpha House
662-841-9009

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/29/11

 

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twenty-ninth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

H & R Handi Rifle 35 Whelen w/ Wood Stock or $275 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden


Phillip King
Belden, Ms.

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Shutterfly - Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM - Freemasonry in Mississippi

Shutterfly - Tupelo 318

This site stands just and upright to provide our Brethren of Free and Accepted Masonry, with information on activities, functions, and news, pertaining to Masonic Lodge No. 318 in Tupelo, Ms as well as updates from The Grand Lodge of Mississippi. "Free and Accepted Masonry,The Fatherhood of God... The Brotherhood of Man!" Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318, F&AM - Chartered Jan 21, 1869 by the Grand Lodge of Freemasons of Mississippi as a Blue Lodge located in Tupelo Ms.

Here you'll find updated pictures and news about Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318. Feel free to interact with us through our open forum for discussions or to post events or your wn photos. Be sure to sign our guesbook to record your visit. Visit us regularly and see what we're up to through our list of Social Networking links. Also check out our homepage!

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/28/11

 

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twenty-eighth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Beretta PX4 Storm 9mm Pistol or $525 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden


Brad Gibens
New Albany, Ms.

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/27/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twenty-seventh winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Mossberg 500 Bantam Youth Model 20ga. Shotgun or $250 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden


Ted Wood
Mooreville, Ms.

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/26/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twenty-sixth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Ruger 10/22 Composite Stock .22 Rifle or $250 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden


Mike West
Tupelo, Ms.

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Weekly Events 09/25/11-10/01/11 - Grand Lodge of Mississippi F&AM

In order to keep all its subscribed members up to date, the Grand Lodge Internet Committee sends weekly emails with the most recent event updates and additions. Here is a list of Masonic Events for this week:
Events
Monday, 09-26-2011 - (06:00 PM - 09:00 PM) - Fellowcraft Degree, Hattiesburg No. 397 - Hattiesburg, MS
Monday, 09-26-2011 - (06:00 PM - 09:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Magnolia No. 120 - Biloxi, MS
Monday, 09-26-2011 - ( All Day Event ) - Grand Lodge of Missouri - [GM]
Tuesday, 09-27-2011 - ( All Day Event ) - Grand Lodge of Missouri - [GM]
Tuesday, 09-27-2011 - (06:00 PM - 09:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Polar Star No. 154 - Handsboro, MS
Tuesday, 09-27-2011 - (06:00 PM - 10:00 PM) - Master Mason Degree, Leavell Wood No. 620 - Jackson, MS
Thursday, 09-29-2011 - (05:00 PM - 10:00 PM) - Master Mason Degree - [GM], Fulton No. 444 - Fulton, MS
Thursday, 09-29-2011 - (07:00 PM - 09:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Mendenhall No. 497 - Mendenhall, MS
Thursday, 09-29-2011 - (06:30 PM - 10:00 PM) - Master Mason Degree, O. D. Smith No. 33 - Oxford, MS
Saturday, 10-01-2011 - (08:30 AM - 04:30 PM) - Congressional School - [GM], Museum-Watt Carter No. 636, Jackson, MS
Saturday, 10-01-2011 - (08:00 AM - 02:00 PM) - Masonic Motorcycle Ride for Charity, Fulton No. 444 - Fulton, MS

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/25/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twenty-fifth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Remington 887 Nitro Mag 12 a. Shotgun or $375 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden


Clay Gholston
Tupelo, Ms. / Starkville, Ms.

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/24/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twenty-fourth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Ruger SR22 Tactical 10/22 - .22 Rifle or $475 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Roger Byrd

Tupelo, Ms.

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/23/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twenty-third winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Taurus TCP .380 Pistol  or $300 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

 

Doug Kilgore

Houston, Ms.

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Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM - Welcomes You!

Fraternal Greetings Brethren!

We would like to extend an open invitation to brethren everywhere to interact with us through our blog by leaving comments on post or by email to (webmaster), if you would like to make a request for blog topics and content. Send us your suggestions and pictures, we will try our best to fit it into our page. If we do use your content, we will of course, give full credit to you if it is a personal work. If it is not your work, please include the name of the author so we can give proper credit, where credit is due. If you do leave a comment, or send an email, please include your name, lodge name, grand lodge affiliation, and city and state so we can record your visit. Our open invitation also includes visiting our lodge as well. If you find yourself close to Tupelo, contact us to find out our schedule. We would love to meet you!

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/22/11

  

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twenty-second winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Remington 870 Express Pump 12 ga. Shotgun or $350 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Clay Clayton
Tupelo, Ms.

Special Note: Mr. Clayton supported the fundraiser by purchasing $300 worth of tickets. This is the second time his name has been drawn and the second time he has chosen not to accept the gun or gift card because he wanted to donate it back to the Alpha House for Boys in Tupelo, Ms for them to be able to obtain specific items they are in need of to help these local children. This is another example of the type of people who turned out to support this fundraiser for such a worthy cause.

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Social Networking - Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM, Mississippi

Do you like to stay up to date with the things that interest you but have trouble finding the time to do it? Well, now you can make that a reality through our social networking sites made available to you. View live feeds from Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 on FaceBook, Twitter and FriendFeed. Not only will you find information and news pertaining specifically to our lodge, but you will also find updates to events from the Grand Lodge of Mississippi, other lodges within the state, as well as topics on Freemasonry in general.

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/21/11

 

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twenty-first winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Taurus Circuit Judge .410 ga./.45LC Rifle / Shotgun or $500 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Steve Fandel
Belden, Ms.

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/20/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twentieth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Savage 93 FV 17 HMR Rifle w/ Black Synthetic Stock or $275 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Ronnie Keith
Tupelo, Ms

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Weekly Events - F&AM Mississippi - 09/18/2011-09/24/2011

Brother Cade,

In order to keep all its subscribed members up to date, the Grand Lodge Internet Committee sends weekly emails with the most recent event updates and additions. Here is a list of Masonic Events for this week:

Events
Monday, 09-19-2011 - (06:00 PM - 08:00 PM) - Honor Night for Emergency Personnel - [GM], Grenada No. 31 - Grenada, MS
Monday, 09-19-2011 - (06:00 PM - 09:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Crystal Springs No. 452 - Jackson, MS
Monday, 09-19-2011 - (06:00 PM - 09:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Magnolia No. 120 - Biloxi, MS
Tuesday, 09-20-2011 - (06:00 PM - 10:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Singing River No. 633 - Gautier, MS
Tuesday, 09-20-2011 - (07:00 PM - 08:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Leavell Wood No. 620 - Jackson, MS
Tuesday, 09-20-2011 - (06:00 PM - 09:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, John P. Byrd No. 629 - Pearl, MS
Tuesday, 09-20-2011 - (06:15 PM - 09:00 PM) - Fellowcraft Degree, Tyrian No. 427 - Brandon, MS
Thursday, 09-22-2011 - (07:00 PM - 09:00 PM) - Fellowcraft Degree, Mendenhall No. 497 - Mendenhall, MS
Thursday, 09-22-2011 - (11:00 AM - 03:00 AM) - Master Mason Degree, Museum-Watt Carter No. 636 - Jackson, MS
Thursday, 09-22-2011 - (07:00 PM - 09:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, O. D. Smith No. 33 - Oxford, MS
Friday, 09-23-2011 - (06:00 PM - 09:00 AM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Diamond No. 393 - Pearlington, MS
Saturday, 09-24-2011 - (08:30 AM - 09:45 AM) - Scottish Rite Men of Honour Breakfast, Golden Corral - Flowood, MS
Saturday, 09-24-2011 - ( All Day Event ) - Water Valley York Rite Festival, Valley City No. 402 - Water Valley, MS
Saturday, 09-24-2011 - (08:00 AM - 12:00 AM) - Turkey Shoot, Wiggins Police Department Firing Range - Wiggins, MS

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/19/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the nineteenth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Mossberg Maverick Hunter Over/Under 12 ga. Shotgun or $400 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Terry Ross
Corinth, Ms

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Bro Bryan D. Carroll - R.E. Lee Masonic Lodge No. 156 F&AM - Tupelo, Ms. - Biography

Brother Bryan D. Carroll, a native of Conway, South Carolina, graduated from Francis Marion University (South Carolina) in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science (Cum Laude) in Mathematics. A 3-Year United States Army R.O.T.C. Scholarship recipient, Bryan was designated a Distinguished Military Graduate (DMG) for graduating first in his Reserve Officer Training Course class.

Bryan was Commissioned as a Second Lieutenant upon graduation, Bryan served four years of Active Duty. He served as Medical Platoon Leader for the 70th Armor Battalion at Fort Polk, Louisiana and as Battalion Adjutant and Headquarters Company Commander for the 85th Medical Battalion at Fort Meade, Maryland where he was promoted to Captain prior to his departure from service. During his military career, Bryan received several commendations; the Meritorious Service Medal, the Expert Field Medical Badge, the Army Commendation Medal (2 Oak Leaf Clusters), and the Army Achievement Medal (2 Oak Leaf Clusters).

Upon his honorable Discharge from the Army, Bryan began his career in the Insurance Industry as a Field Representative for Woodmen of the World in South Carolina in 1988. In addition to being a member of the President's Club, Bryan reorganized several lodges in Williamsburg County, South Carolina and organized the construction of the Lodge Hall for Lodge No. 27 in Kingstree.

Promoted from Area Manager in 1993, Bryan recruited 18 Field Representatives during his 6 year tenure, validating all 18 recruits. He placed first in the Top 40 class during 1996 and was recognized for having the highest retention in the nation. In 1995 and 1996, Bryan received Woodmen's Quality Management Award for placing 3rd nationally among all Area Managers. From 1995 - 1998, Bryan received the Top Area Manager Award for South Carolina. Additionally, he was a member of the President's Cabinet during these 6 years, achieving Superstar in 1995 and 1996.

Promoted to State Manager in January 2000 for North California/North Nevada/Northwest Territory Marketing Area. During his tenure, he grew the number of Area Managers from 3 to 5 and the number of Field Representatives from 13 to 25. During this time, he was also instrumental during the merger and acquisition of the Neighbors of Woodcfarft in Portland, Oregon where he established an additional State Office for Woodmen of the World. During 2001, Bryan was appointed to serve on the President's and Field Managers Advisory Board. Upon his departure in April 2002, his Marketing Area was divided and two new State Managers appointed.

Appointed State Manager of North Mississippi in April 2002, where the previous year their NAFYC was $161,000. During 2009, North Mississippi set records in NAFYC and Volume; $520,293 and $76,198,348 respectively and are currently on track for a new NAFYC record in 2011. Upon arrival in North Mississippi, Bryan inherited 3 Area Managers and 13 Field Representatives. As of September 1, 2011, North Mississippi has 4 Area Managers and 35 Field Representatives (26 Alphas and 9 Deltas). Additionally, all North Mississippi Lodges have been qualified for "active" status each month during his tenure as State Manager. At the 2011 Mississippi Jurisdictional Convention, of the 22 North Mississippi Lodges, 12 Lodges received the 5 Star Award, 3 Lodges received the 4 Star Award, 4 Lodges received the 3 Star Award. In January 2011, Bryan was appointed to Woodmen's Field Work Committee.

Bryan, served as President of three Fraternal Corporations, The North California/North Nevada OmahaWoodmen Camp, Inc., the Northwest Territory Omaha Woodmen Fraternal Corporation, Inc., and the North Mississippi Fraternal Association, Inc.

Bryan is a member of the National Association of Fraternal Insurance Counselors (NAFIC) and the General Agents and Managers Association.

Bro Carroll is a Master Mason, in good standing with the Grand Lodge of Mississippi and a member of R.E. Lee Masonic Lodge No. 156 in Tupelo, Ms. Bro Carroll has served as Junior Deacon, Senior Deacon, and Junior Warden.

Bryan has been married for 17 years to Gail Knight, a former bank Vice-President and Compliance Officer who holds a graduate degree in banking from Louisiana State University. They have 2 adult children, Julius and Jentry and 2 dogs, Millie and Bert.

Bryan has now been promoted to State Manager in North Florida with Woodmen of the World and will assume his duties there on October 1st, 2011.

Bryan plans on making contact with the Grand Lodge of Florida and attend meetings at the local Masonic Lodge near his new State Office.

Bro Bryan D. Carroll, R.E. Lee Masonic Lodge No. 156

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/18/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the eighteenth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Heritage Arms Rough Rider .22LR/22 MAG Pistol or $250 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Gerald Klein
Fulton, Ms

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/17/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the seventeenth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...


Mossberg 500 Tactical Persuader 12 ga. Shotgun or $375 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

 

Harold White
Randolph, Ms

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/16/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the sixteenth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Smith & Wesson 642 .38 Special / Pistol or $400 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Donald Wilson
Booneville, Ms

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Bro Wayne Stanley, SW - Tupelo Masonic Lodge No 318 F&AM - Update (Stroke) 09/16/2011

Bro Wayne Stanley, SW of Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM is making great improvements daily, with his continued rehabilitation following his stroke. Wayne had progressed enough that the doctors made the decision to release him from North Ms Medical Center and transfer him to Cedars Healthcare Center, located on the campus of Traceway Retirement Community, on September 3rd. After visiting with him, it is very clear that Wayne has returned to his old self. His sense of humor has even attracted the attention of the medical staff. To sum it up, in the words of one of his nurses, "Mr. Stanley has certainly made a name for himself here!". Wayne said that if he continues to improve, he hopes to be released one week from today but as of now, no date has been specifically given by the doctors for his release. Wayne specifically asked that I give his brethren a message, "Tell everyone Hello and let them know that I have missed being in lodge". He also said that, "...everyone is welcomed to come visit me, especially now that I have a big private room of my own!". I encourage you to stop by and visit with him if at all possible, or at least call him. Wayne lights up when you walk in the door and I am sure that it must give him a big boost in his moral to see a brother! His contact information is listed below for anyone who may not know where he is located. Please continue to keep Wayne, his son Chris, JD at Tupelo 318, and his entire family in your prayers.

Cedars Healthcare Center

2800 West Main Street, Room #713
Tupelo, MS 38801-3027
(662) 844-1441

Bro Wayne Stanley

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/15/11

 Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the fifteenth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Thompson Center ICON .308 Camo or $925 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Deborah Hendrix
Tupelo, Ms

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/14/11

 Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the fourteenth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Rossi Trifecta Youth Model .22LR/.243/20 ga. Rifle/Shotgun or $300 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Jeffrey Mark Enlow
Mooreville, Ms

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Bro John Repult - Letter - "30 Guns in 30 Days" - Tupelo Masonic Lodge No 318 F&AM

The following is a copy of an email sent to Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM by Bro John Repult in response to the recognition he received from his efforts to promote the "30 Guns in 30 Days" fundraiser. Bro John requested that this be publicly posted.

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"Thanks Arnie for the recognition on raffle ticket sales, BUT I did not do this all by myself.

I only sold 165 of the 415 tickets sold by our TEAM.  Brothers Lewis, Carnathan, and Gardner also had great sales plus Bro. Jerry and Anna and Kristen at the Alpha House had approximately 200 sales!  

GO TEAM!!

It was a fun event and the Lodge can finally make a significant impact in our charitable work. I can't wait till next year when we should be able to do even more.

A great big "THANK YOU" to all the ticket sellers AND supporters who bought tickets to help make this project a success!  May GOD bless us all, individually and the USA."

John Repult, PM
Tupelo Lodge #318

Bro John Repult, PM - Tupelo Masonic Lodge No 318 F&AM

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Tribute Paid to U.S. Armed Forces by Bro Derik Rushing, Worshipful Master

Bro Derik Rushing, Worshipful Master, Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM, paid tribute to all U.S. Armed Forces service members and veterans during a formal address to a group of Master Masons at the Monthly Stated Communication on September, 12th. Bro Rushing said that upon reflecting back to the events that took place on American soil on 09/11/2001, he was deeply saddened by the loss of so many Innocent lives and, "was thankful to all the soldiers who have ever served in the defense of our Nation.". Bro Rushing went on to say that, "I know there are many of you before me tonight that are veterans and it is because of people like you, that we, as Americans, are able to exercise all our rights and freedoms, to include, meeting in a lodge as a group of Masons, and I am truly thankful for your service to our Country". Bro Rushing spoke these words of gratitude with a heavy heart and a truly "thankful" tone. I happened to be one of those many veterans in lodge that night and know without a doubt,  that my other, "Brothers in Arms", felt the sincerity in his words and was overcome with pride that our efforts do not go unnoticed and that the man, friend, and brother, duly elected to lead our lodge, first, felt the need to pay this tribute to all U.S. service members, but more than that, did it with such class and dignity. I have been "thanked" for my service many, many times, over the years since my service in the United States Army, but I must publicly state that there was something extraordinarily special, sitting as a Master Mason, in open lodge, being addressed by a brother. I thought there was a bond like no other that is shared by those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, forever remaining, "Brothers in Arms", but I must say that the bond shared among brethren of Free & Accepted Masonry is of equal measure... only superseded when a "Brother Mason" is also a "Brother in Arms". Thank you WM for taking the time to express your feelings of gratitude, we will always be humbled by your words and your actions.




Bro Derik Rushing, Worshipful Master

 

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/13/11

 Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the thirteenth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Taurus Magnum Judge .410/45 Cal L.C. Rifle/Shotgun or $500 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Roger Raines
Belden, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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Award Presented to Bro John Repult, MM / PM, Tupelo Masonic Lodge No 318

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM presented an award to John Repult, Master Mason & Past Master, for his outstanding contribution to the "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way Fundraiser that was held to benefit the Alpha House for boys and Gardner-Simmons Home for girls in Tupelo, Ms. Bro Repult was credited with the sale of over 400 tickets. As a way to show our appreciation for his hard work and dedication, Worshipful Master, Bro Derik Rushing, presented him with a $250 gift certificate to Scrugg's Farm and Garden, on behalf of Tupelo No 318. Masons have always been known for their loyalty and contribution to our communities and this fundraiser was a huge success that will benefit many children in Lee County. Congratulations to John on his hard work and this special recognition.

WM Bro Derik Rushing & Bro John Repult

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/12/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the twelfth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Marlin XT-22 / .22 LR Bolt Action or $225 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

John Stevens
Fulton, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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Weekly Events - Mississippi F&AM - 09/11/11-09/17/11

Brother Cade,
In order to keep all its subscribed members up to date, the Grand Lodge Internet Committee sends weekly emails with the most recent event updates and additions. Here is a list of Masonic Events for this week:
Events
Monday, 09-12-2011 - (06:00 PM - 10:00 PM) - Master Mason Degree - [GM], Crystal Springs No. 452 - Jackson, MS
Monday, 09-12-2011 - (06:30 PM - 10:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Beaumont No. 468 - Beaumont, MS
Monday, 09-12-2011 - (06:00 AM - 09:00 AM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, Hattiesburg Lodge #397 - Hattiesburg , MS
Tuesday, 09-13-2011 - (06:15 PM - 10:00 PM) - Dual Fellowcraft Degrees, Circle No. 638 - Madison, MS
Tuesday, 09-13-2011 - (06:15 PM - 09:00 PM) - Entered Apprentice Degree, John P. Byrd No. 629 - Pearl, MS
Thursday, 09-15-2011 - (06:15 PM - 10:00 PM) - Master Mason Degree - [GM], Pelahatchie No. 276 - Pelahatchie, MS
Friday, 09-16-2011 - (06:00 PM - 10:00 PM) - Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team Powwow - [GM], Colonial Hills Baptist Church - Southaven, MS
Saturday, 09-17-2011 - (08:30 AM - 09:45 AM) - Scottish Rite Men of Honour Breakfast, Golden Corral - Flowood, MS
Saturday, 09-17-2011 - ( All Day Event ) - Gulfport-Hattiesburg York Rite Festival, Orange Grove No. 635 - Gulfport, MS
Saturday, 09-17-2011 - (11:00 AM - 04:00 PM) - Oklahoma Masonic Indian Master Mason Degree - [GM], DeSoto County Shrine Club - Nesbit, MS
Please forward this email to any Brethren on your contact list.
Fraternally,
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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/11/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the eleventh winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Para 1911 .45 ACP pistol or a $600 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Johnny Moses
Mooreville, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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9/11 Rememberance... 10 Years Later

On this day, 10 years ago, I like millions of others can remember exactly where I was when I learned of the dreadful events that unfolded on American soil. Thousands of inocent lives were lost that day and many have given their lives fighting the terrorist that attacked us. This is a reminder to the world that we have not, nor will we ever forget them!

We Will Never Forget!

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/10/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the tenth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Henry H001 .22 L/S/R Lever Action Rifle w/ wood stock or a $300 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Kyle Tutor
Amory, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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Happy Birthday to our Most Worshipful Grand Master, Charles Lynn "Fuzzy" Cox

On behalf of Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM, we would like to wish our Most Worshipful Grand Master, Grand Lodge of Mississippi, Charles Lynn "Fuzzy" Cox, a Happy Birthday!!! We hope that you have a wonderfully, blessed day.

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/9/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the ninth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Heritage Arms Rough Rider .22 LR / MAG or $250 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Jason Shelton
Tupelo, Ms

Congratulations!!!



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Mississippi Lodge of Research No. 640 - (Mississippi Lodge of Research DCXL)

The Mississippi Lodge of Research No. 640, organized on August 11, 2009, under dispensation from the Grand Master of Masons in Mississippi and chartered on February 9, 2010, is the only Masonic Lodge in the State dedicated to the sole purpose of historic preservation and academic study. The MLOR maintains numerous collections of interest to both the Masonic community and the general public. Our website features easy online access to full-text resources, images and in-depth information about a wide range of Masonic topics.

About the Mississippi Lodge of Research

The Mississippi Lodge of Research is a unique occurrence in the history of the Grand Lodge of Mississippi, as this is the first Lodge constituted within our Jurisdiction solely for the purpose of Masonic study.

The Mississippi Lodge of Research is a lodge whereby like-minded Master Masons from within the State of Mississippi, as well as other jurisdictions recognized by the Grand Lodge of Mississippi, may congregate for the purpose of promoting, encouraging, conducting, and fostering Masonic research and study, and to diffuse Masonic knowledge, training and information to all Master Masons.

Dual membership is extended to those who are members in good standing of a symbolic Lodge, constituted under the Grand Lodge of Mississippi. Plural membership is extended to Brethren who are members of a Lodge outside our Jurisdiction, which is recognized by the Grand Lodge of Mississippi.

The Mississippi Lodge of Research will hold regular Stated Communications throughout the year, in addition to seminars and presentations throughout the State of Mississippi.


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Contact Info:

Edgar A. Gonzales-Loo
Worshipful Master
MS Lodge of Research #640
EMAIL

Christopher M. Reid
Secretary
MS Lodge of Research #640
EMAIL 

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/8/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the eighth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

H&R 444 Handy Rifle or $300 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden 

Greg Burks
Tupelo, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/7/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the seventh winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Smith & Wesson SD-9 / 9mm Pistol or $450 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden 

James L. White
Belden, Ms

Congratulations!!!

 

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tupelomason.org - HOME of Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM

tupelomason.org is fast approaching 10,000 recorded visitors just since global tracking results were integrated on April 1st, 2011. As of today, the majority of the hits are mainly from within the U.S. to include Hawaii and Peurto Rico, but some worthy of mentioning due to the volume of repeat visits from other countries are: Germany, Canada, Mexico, Iran, Iraq, Afganistan, India, Japan, Africa, France, Latvia, Columbia, Italy, Austria, and the United Kingdom. This is not a complete list because there have been numerous hits from other areas as well but they were not listed if they did not meet the specifications of the counters used to document geographical data. I am hoping that some of the visits coming from around the world are brethren and members of our US Military that are stationed and/or deployed in selfless service and defense of our Nation. Thank you for what you do to protect our freedoms. We salute you all!!!

Be sure to continue to visit our homepage for additional information concerning Freemasonry and our local lodge. I would also like to encourage you to take a moment to sign our guestbook so we can personally thank you for your visit and put some names to our brethren around the globe!

If you are the 10,000 visitor, be sure to sound off!!!

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Fellowcraft Degree - Joseph Warren Masonic Lodge No. 71

Who: Wesley Bishop
What: Fellowcraft Degree
When: Monday, September 12 · 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Where: Joseph Warren Masonic Lodge No. 71 - New Albany, Ms.
Point of Contact: Dean Thompson

Also, check out North Ms. Masons on Facebook!

All regular Masons are invited to attend.


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Weekly Events - Mississippi F&AM 09/04/11 - 09/10/11

Brother Cade,
In order to keep all its subscribed members up to date, the Grand Lodge Internet Committee sends weekly emails with the most recent event updates and additions. Here is a list of Masonic Events for this week:
Events
Monday, 09-05-2011 - (01:30 PM - 05:00 PM) - 9/11 Remembrance Day - [GM], Jerusalem Shrine Center - Destrehan, LA
Tuesday, 09-06-2011 - (06:00 PM - 09:30 PM) - Two Entered Apprentice Degrees, Saltillo No. 294 - Saltillo, MS
Thursday, 09-08-2011 - (06:15 PM - 09:00 PM) - Fellowcraft Degree, J. L. Power No. 416 - Perkinston, MS
Saturday, 09-10-2011 - (08:30 AM - 04:30 PM) - Congressional School, Big Black No. 608 - Kilmichael, MS
Please forward this email to any Brethren on your contact list.
Fraternally,
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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/6/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the sixth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Marlin 336 30/30 Rifle w/ sling or $425 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden 

Jeremiah George
Tupelo, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/5/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the fifth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Savage Mark II .22 LR w/ Scope or $300 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Clay Clayton
Tupelo, Ms

Congratulations!!!

Special Note: Upon notification of his name being drawn today, Clay chose not to accept his award because he wanted to donate his winnings back to the Alpha House in Tupelo so they could purchase anything they might need. This is just one example of the type of people that have supported our efforts during this fundraiser. Clay, on behalf of our lodge, thank you for your $30 donation through the purchase of a ticket and now, the $300 value of your gift card!

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/4/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the fourth winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Sig Sauer Sp2022 9mm pistol or $500 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden 

Marty Dickinson
Mantachie, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/3/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the third winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Tristar Viper 12 gu Shotgun or $400 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden 

Harold Wilson
Tupelo, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/2/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the second winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Ruger LCP .380 ACP Pistol or $275 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Eddie Armstrong
Tupelo, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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"30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way - Winner Announced 9/1/11

Tupelo Masonic Lodge No. 318 F&AM in Tupelo, Ms is proud to announce the first winner of our "30 Guns in 30 Days" Give-A-Way fundraiser...

Ruger 10/22 or $250 gift card from Scrugg's Farm & Garden

Champ Adcock
Meridian, Ms

Congratulations!!!

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