Chartered January 17th, 1924 A.D., 6924 A.L.
Greetings from the East,
Brethren,
I want to start by thanking all of the Brothers from our Lodge who helped during our Adopt a precinct fundraiser, especially Brothers Rudd, Franco Marrero, Glover, Ream, Skrine, Albright, and Hartman. I hope I did not leave anybody out. Eola Lodge is eternally thankful for your service and dedication.
Next, a little bit of Masonic history…
As many of you are aware, the American Revolution had a strong presence of Masonic ideals and heroic and celebrated Freemasons, such as Br. George Washington. However, some may not know that this was also the case during the revolutionary wars in South America. A very large part of Central and South America was colonized by Spain. What is now Ecuador, was one of those territories. On August 10, 2022, Ecuador celebrated the 213th anniversary of the “First Cry of Independence.”
Inspired by the American Revolution, and the revolutionary ideals born in France, the desire for Freedom starts brewing in South America. Ecuador, Colombia, Perú and Bolivia would not have been able to obtain their freedom from Spain without Brothers such as Marshall Antonio José de Sucre (Quito’s Airport is named after him, and the Country’s original currency was also named after him). Br. Sucre was born on February 3, 1795 in Cumaná, Venezuela, and was unfortunately murdered in Bolivia in 1830. He came from a family with a strong military tradition. He is considered to be one of the greatest military minds of his time and a hero of the revolutionary wars in the Continent. Archives from the Grand Lodge of Bolivia reference his membership in Perfecta Armonia Lodge (Perfect Harmony) #2.
There is much to say about, Br. Sucre, but i will leave you with the following highlights of his life: He was Bolivia’s first President, he freed the slaves in that Country, promoted education and culture for all, and he made it a mission to help orphans. He also created Hiram Lodge, in La Paz, Bolivia, and personally wrote its bylaws. Throughout his life, he was guided by the purest form of Masonic ideals.
Lastly, I will leave you with a fragment of a message from Br. Sucre to another hero of the wars of independence, Simon Bolívar: “Excellency, the field of battle has given us the decision…At Ayacucho six thousand men of the liberating army have destroyed the ten thousand royalist soldiers who have oppressed the Republic. The last remnants of Spanish power in America disappeared on December 9th on this happy field. Three hours of hard fighting assured forever the sacred interests which Your Excellency was good enough to entrust to the united army”
Fraternally,
∴ H. Xavier Carrera
Worshipful Master
Eola # 207 F.&A.M.
Greetings from the West,
When was the last time you attended a Stated Communication?
Our stated communications will continue as scheduled on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month. Please make sure your contact information is up-to-date with the lodge secretary in order to ensure receipt of all communications. Thank you.
At Eola No. 207, we are focused on creating and developing leaders.
Masters and Wardens will be held at Saint Cloud No. 221 on 9/3/2022. 8am Breakfast. 9amMeeting. Memorial Lodge to follow.
DSOI will also be held at Saint Cloud No. 221 on 9/28/2022 at 6:30 p.m.
The next ME/MLT will be on 9/29/2022 at Eola Lodge No. 207 @ 6:30 p.m. This will be the last one for the calendar year.
MLT Sessions have been scheduled for the following dates at 6:30pm. Modules 1-5 at Orange Blossom No. 80 on 8/10/2022. Modules 6-10 at Mokanna No. 329 on 9/14/2022. And Modules 11-15 at Oviedo No. 243 on 10/12/2022. All 15 Modules need to be completed before you are eligible to be nominated to the South. This also applies to Past Masters and Past DDGMs. Do not wait to support your lodge. The time is now.
Hirams Daylight Lodge is made for the masons who cannot attend nightly stated communications. They meet at South Seminole Lodge on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month @ 10:30 a.m. Address is 122 Triplet Lake Dr Casselberry, FL 32707.
Brother Jose Franco, current JW, is projected to become WM during our centennial year 2024. Please give him your support and ask how you can help him prepare for his year.
What can Freemasonry do for you? How would you like the craft to improve? We would love to hear from you. Come and share your thoughts in person.
We continue to guard the West as we continue our search for light.
With Brotherly Love and Affection,
Andy Jules
Senior Warden
Worshipful Master Elect
Greetings from the South,
Brethren, the kitchen staff are delighted to be of service to the craft and making sure that everyone have a great meal experience in Eola. We hope that you are enjoying the meals as much as we do making them for you all.
I encourage you to be as active as possible with the fraternity. Our Hard hat day was a success and we were able to dispose of the broken limbs. Thank you to all the brothers that showed up and to Demolay Sebastian Bogstad and his mother, Mrs. Heather Bogstad. Eveeyone involved were key key into the success and on how smooth it all went.
Always remember to travel and to keep learning. Masonry is not one dimensional. You will always find new information that might change your perspective on things or that will expand your knowledge and understanding. Our district’s instructor has monthly schools that will help you understand and perform better in our ritual. Take advantage of his knowledge and keep getting better for yourself and the craft.
Sincerely,
Br. Jose Franco
Junior Warden
Eola #207 F.&A.M.
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