Brethren,

We have had a very busy month. We had a very good showing at the second lodge of Instruction for the 19th Masonic district held at Mount Washington. Thank you to RWB Brad Fowler for his dedication and work to provide an excellent program.

We are saddened by the passing of RWB Tom Truman. He was a friend to many at Raytown Lodge and will truly be missed by our fraternity. Please keep his family in your prayers.

Raytown Lodge #391 had the honor of helping four families this Christmas season. WB Cutler brought forward the opportunity to pass the hat for this worthy cause. The lodge voted to match the amount collected from the donations of the brothers, this netted nearly $600.00 which took care of all their requests.

On December 21, 2017, Ivanhoe lodge #446 conferred a 3rd degree with the assistance of the East Gate Travelers Club, in full ceremonial costume. Raytown has many members in the Travelers Club and it was a pleasure for many of us to travel to the meeting and participate in the raising of a new Master Mason.
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January will bring a new year and a renewed drive towards the Silver and Gold ritual awards. WB Kingcade and WB Tatham will be working to get us ready for the testing. Thank you to ritual committee for the tireless work in helping us hone our skills.

I wish you all the best this holiday season.

Fraternally,
Tony Mesa
Worshipful Master