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St. George Masonic Lodge

2335 W Sunbrook Dr. #5

St. George, UT 84770

TRESTLE BOARD
DECEMBER 2017

ST. GEORGE MASONIC LODGE #33

Free & Accepted Masons of Utah
www.lodge33.org

WORSHIPFUL MASTER
Wor. Gerardo Flores

S A T U R D AY - D EC EM B E R 16 th I N ST A L LAT IO N OF O F F I C ER S
3:00pm
3:00pm ST. GEORGE MASONIC LODGE
LODGEINSTALLATION CEREMONY
5:00pm
5:00pm FULL COURSE CATERED GLAZED HAM HOLIDAY DINNER
6:00pm
6:00pm KNIGHTS TEMPLAR CHRISTMAS CEREMONY

OPEN TO PUBLIC
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REFLECTIONS FROM THE EAST

by Wor.Gerardo Flores, Worshipful Master
Missing Pieces of the Puzzle

I remember growing up, I used to attend a youth church group. We would get
together every Wednesday evening and discuss various topics about Christianity. On one occasion,
the youth leader brought an exercise for us to do. What he did was take one of our drawings and cut
it up into several puzzle pieces. He split the group up into several sub-groups and gave us each a
few pieces of the puzzle. He instructed us to put the pieces of the puzzle together to complete the
drawing and we were instructed NOT to talk to each other at all during this exercise. We each began
to try to put the pieces together; however I had pieces that belonged to one of the other guys and
they had pieces I needed. Therefore there was no way that we could fit the pieces together and
complete the puzzle. After some time of struggling to put our puzzles together, the youth leader told
us to stop the exercise. He looked at our confused faces and asked me; Gerardo, why didnt you
help others in your group out? Clearly, you had pieces of the puzzle others were missing, but you
held on to them. Why is that? To which my reply was obvious; You told us not to talk to each
other. He replied; Correct, I did say for your group not to speak to each other, but while you
watched someone struggle to put his puzzle together, why didnt you help him out by giving him the
missing piece without saying a word? I never said that you werent allowed to HELP each other.

As you can imagine, I didnt know what to say but I did catch the lesson he was trying to impart. Why
is it that we wait until someone verbalizes and asks for help before we bother
to offer any assistance?

Please note, I dont want this message to come across in a negative way at all. For like the youth
leader, I simply want to illustrate a point. Why is it that we assume that our Brothers have it all in
order? Making a Lodge work requires that each of us put our best effort into our Craft. I would never
expect every Brother to commit to attending every meeting, supporting every cause, or memorizing
every ceremony and lecture. However, I would expect my Brother who holds a position in our officer
line to do their best in fulfilling their duties. To be courteous about finding a replacement, or giving the
Brothers notice when they arent able to attend a meeting where they are needed and are expected
to be. Every officer in our Lodge holds a piece of the puzzle to be able to make our Lodge work. If
we have missing pieces, and our Brothers are holding on to their piece, how are we expected to keep
our Lodge growing strong? Again, please dont take this negatively. In fact, my intention with this is to
demonstrate how important and valuable each one of you really is to our Lodge.

Without you, our Lodge would not exist. You each hold a piece of the whole of the puzzle that makes
up St. George Lodge #33. Each of these pieces is extremely important and valuable. My hope for
our Lodge moving forward is that we adopt a spirit of collaboration. Also that you realize how critical
you are to the health of our Lodge and that each of you would appreciate the immense power you
hold inside of you by being a member of St. George Lodge #33.

I cant wait to see what the future of our Lodge holds. And with the leadership of our Worshipful
Master-Elect Brother
David HAPPY DECECEMBER MASONIC BIRTHDAYS Reinitz, I
have no doubt that
our Lodge December 2John R. Malcolm will
continue to December 25Mikai Porter thrive and
continue to be
successful. December 31 M.W. William A Powell Sr.
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ST. GEORGE MASONIC LODGE #33

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS 2018

Saturday, December 16, 2017
3:00pmPublic Installa,on Ceremony
5:00pmHoliday Celebra,on Catered Dinner
6:00pmKnights Templar Christmas Ceremony

Wor. David ReinitzWorshipful Master-Elect

Christopher MitchellSenior WardenElect
Wor. Jim EtlingJunior WardenElect

HOLIDAY CELEBRATION DINNER

CHRISTMAS CEREMONY TO BE PRESENTED BY
KNIGHTS TEMPLAR OF YORK RITE
MENU
Maple Glazed Ham

Garden Salad

Miniature Bu%er Croissants

We are honored all will be able to witness this very moving
Creamy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Christmas Ceremony presented by the Masonic York Rite
Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Fros,ng Knights Templar following dinner. This
Sparkling Apple Cider beau<ful presenta<on will be led by Wor.
Lawrence Rodriguez, an aliated Past Master of
St. George Lodge, who Is currently serving the
Grand Commandry of the State of Utah as their Very
Eminent Deputy Grand Commander. We know that all of
our Masonic Brethren and their guests are sure to enjoy
this inspiring and unique program.
Cost for Catered Dinner$25.00 Per Person

Advance Reserva,ons Required

Please R.S.V.P.Wor. David Reinitz

On or Before December 6th I would like to extend a personal invita,on to all my Masonic
Brothers, their family and friends to join with us on this very
801-717-5782/ddholidaysongs@yahoo.com
special day. I am deeply honored to have the opportunity of
serving as Worshipful Master for 2018. For those who have
expressed an interest in our Ancient Fraternity, it is a very rare
opportunity to be present in our Lodge room as we conduct a
PUBLIC WELCOME FOR ALL EVENTS Masonic Ceremony. ? ? ? Call me at 801-717-5782 any<me!
Wor. David ReinitzWorshipful MasterElect
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ST. GEORGE MASONIC LODGE #33 TRESTLE BOARD - DECEMBER 2017

S t . G e o r g e M a s o n ic T e m p le

CALENDAR OF EVENTS
DECEMBER 2017

2 SATURDAY
St. George Chapter Royal Arch Masons
9:00am 10:00am
Zion Council #7 Cryptic Council
10:00am 11:00am
Golotha Comm. Knights Templar
11:00am 12 ;00 Noon

2 SATURDAY
1:30pm
SCOTTISH RITE CLUB
OF SOUTHERN UTAH

6 WEDNESDAY
7:00pm
ST. GEORGE LODGE #33
STATED MEETING
MASONIC EDUCATION :
Refreshments Served
MASONIC EDUCATION PROGRAM
What can we do to build our Masonic Experience and Community?
An open Forum on the Future of St. George Lodge #33
Hosted by Worshipful Master-
Master-Elect
ElectWor. David Reinitz

9 SATURDAY
2:00pm
SILVER REEF CHAPTER #26
Order of Eastern Star
2 Doz. Cookie Exchange
BUSINESS MEETING
$10.00 Gift for
Toys for Tots
SATURDAY ST. GEORGE LODGE #33

16 3:00pm
3:00pm
5:00pm
5:00pm
INSTALLATION CEREMONY
DINNER CELEBRATION
6:00pm -KNIGHTS TEMPLAR
CATERED
ANNUAL HOLIDAYOF
INSTALLATION DINNER
OFFICERS
Cost: $25.00
6th
R.S.V.P. By December 6th Wor. David Reinitz
CHRISTMAS CEREMONY (801--717
(801 717--5782)

OPEN TO PUBLIC
SILVER REEF CHAPTER #26 O.E.S.
Christmas Party!
19 TUESDAY
6:00pm

$10.00 Gift Exchange

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ST. GEORGE LODGE #33 PROUDLY HONORS ITS MASONIC

VETERANS FOR THEIR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY

Many of our well-deserving Masonic Brothers were honored for their service and dedication to the
defense of our country before the November Stated Meeting. Many active members attended who
collectively represented nearly 100 years of Military service in the various branches of service including
the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines. A new United States flag donated to our Lodge anonymously by
a neighbor was dedicated to these Veteran Brothers and now flies proudly over our Masonic Temple.

Masonic Veterans pose with Wor. David Reinitz, Sr. Warden and Wor. Gerardo Flores, Worshipful Master
(Bo%om L-R) Wor. Arthur Kriss (Air Force), Fred Maes (Marines), Wor. Ron Amland( Air Force), Dick Rein (Navy)
(Top L-R) Wor. Michael Moon (Army), Wor. Jim Etling (Army), Wor. Jim Baker (Army), Wor. Gunny Rodriguez
(Marines), David Dougman (Army) ( 3rd Row Top L-R) Tim Benne% (Army), Wor. Brian Has,ngs (Army)

Veterans gather for Flag Dedication Ceremony

Far Right is Pamela Reese Jr. Warden Ernie Reeses wife ,
a Veteran who served for 11 years in Navy Nurse Corp
When you see the U.S. Flag flying
over our Masonic Temple, it honors
our country and the sacrifices made
by so many of our worthy Veteran
St. George Masonic Brothers
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2017 MASONIC LODGE #33 OFFICERS

Worshipful Master Gerardo Flores (Jamee) gerardof777@gmail.com 435-
435-313-
313-0007
Senior Warden Wor. David Reinitz(Nancy) dholidaysongs@yahoo.com 801-
801-717-
717-5782
Junior Warden Ernest Reese(Pamela) ereeseas@hotmail.com 435-
435-590-
590-2548
Secretary M. W. Dean D. Rein (Edie) dean@infowest.com 435-
435-680-
680-2604
Treasurer Fred Maes (Mary) gr8eo2@gmail.com 435-
435-231-
231-3447
Senior Deacon Stephen D. Brown convergicus@gmail.com 435-
435-313-
313-4132
Junior Deacon Christopher Mitchell(Helen) harleydad_02@msn.com 801-
801-652-
652-0299
Chaplain Richard C. Rein (Mandy) rrein@awinets.com 435-
435-635-
635-4842
Marshal Daniel Slaten (Blythe) devildog92@gmail.com 972-
972-838-
838-3460
Senior Steward Mikai Porter (Chris) mikaiporter1985@gmail.com 435-
435-565-
565-0389
Tyler Wor. Timothy P. Orr (Tina) timmcsquared@gmail.com 702-
702-465-
465-9441
Dep. Gr. Lecturer Wor. Timothy P. Orr (Tina) timmcsquard@gmail.com 702-
702-465-
465-9441
Trustee Wor. Timothy P. Orr (Tina) timmcsquared@gmail.com 702-
702-465-
465-9441
Trustee Richard C. Rein (Mandy) rrein@winets.com 435-
435-635-
635-4842
Trustee Wor. Keith A. Stout (JoAnn) keith@infowest.com 435-
435-229-
229-7765

* -Deceased

AFFILIATED PAST MASTERS

PAST WORSHIPFUL MASTERS 1965 Arthur L. Kriss, PM

1965 Carl Chormicle PM *
1993 -1995 Gregory Gunderson PM
1975 David Williams
1996 - 2003 * James A. Summers, PM
1976 David Reinitz PM
1997 * Robert C. Tomlinson PM
1976 Kenneth Pidgeon PM
1998-
1998-1999 Dean D. Rein PGM
1984 David H. Nelson PGM
2000-
2000-2002 Matt R. Robertson PM
1985 Larry Fairclough PGM
2004-
2004-2005 * James A. Leone PM
1991 William Powell Sr. PGM
2006 Keith A. Stout PM
1993 Donald K. Nicklas PM
2007 Stephen B. Stout PM
1997 Joseph S. Lambert PM
2008 Terry D. Lee PM
1997 Jim Etling PM
2009 Ronald D. Amland PM
2000 Eric M. Cramer PM
2010 * Ernest T. Therrault PM
2003 Brian J. Hastinbs PM
2011 Christopher Young PM
2008 W. G. Shallenberger PM
2012 Stephen A. Prows PM 2009 Michael Moon PM
2013 James R. Baker PM 2011 Justin A. Kenard PM
2014 Timothy P. Orr PM 2011 Lawrence Rodriguez PM
2015-
2015-2016 Travis Christiansen PM 2011 Paul Erickson