News

KSA: St. Andrew’s Day Brunch at the Brae Loch on November 20th

8/11/2022

The Knights of St. Andrew invites everyone to celebrate St. Andrew's Day with a Brunch at the Brae Loch Inn in Cazenovia, NY on Sunday, November 20th at 11:00 AM!

Brunch will begin at 11:00 AM and cost will be $40.00 per person. Wives/significant others/guests are invited. This event is open to all! Make your reservation now! This event is open for all! A great opportunity to introduce non-Scottish Rite Brothers to the Rite! Or non-Masons to the Fraternity! Dress is Kilt or business casual.

The Brae Loch puts out a great spread for its brunches and Cazenovia is lovely in the fall. Come out and make your reservation for the Burns Supper (to be held at Colemans on 1/28/23). Reservations are due no later than October 30th, 2022.

Valley of Excellence!!!

8/3/2022

Congratulations! Your Valley has achieved the distinction of a Valley of Excellence for the year 2021-2022. I’m sure you’re as proud of that achievement as we are for you and your fellow members. This is a designation not easily attained.

When this program launched in June 2020, right in the midst of a global pandemic, we could not foresee the impact it would have on our Brotherhood, or the ongoing external challenges we would continue to face. Still, Valley leaders toiled tirelessly in their quarries, seeking new ways to strengthen the member experience. From leveraging technology to innovation, Valley leaders held steadfast in providing the support our members needed more than ever.

The Valley of Excellence program is based on four pillars: Membership, Service & Philanthropy, Leadership Development, and Operations. Within each section are various areas of focus and achievement benchmarks. The biggest pillar among these four is Membership, specifically Recruitment, Retention, and Restoration. Without positive results in this area, a Valley cannot prosper.

To be named a Valley of Excellence, a Valley must achieve a 90% rating in the areas above. It is my privilege and honor to write this letter and let you know the Valley of Syracuse, which you are a member, achieved or exceeded this percentage. Your Valley will be recognized in the Fall 2022 edition of The Northern Light magazine.

Your collective labors of love have not gone unnoticed, my Brothers. You can be proud of the work that has been done and optimistic for the future of the Scottish Rite, NMJ. I encourage you to continue to support your Valley in whatever way you can and help them continue to live the vision of our great Fraternity.

Congratulations and stay well my Brothers.

With sincerest fraternal regards,

Ill. Peter J. Samiec, 33°
Sovereign Grand Commander

Happy Independence Day!

7/4/2022

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness

June 2022 News

6/16/2022

Calendar
June 2022
June 06 2022 – 2023 Officer’s Installation
              Social 6:00 p.m. / Dinner 6:30 p.m. / Installation Ceremony 7:30 p.m.
Jun 13 Trustees Organization Meeting 6:30 p.m. / Executive Committee Organization Meeting 7:00 p.m. (in Person)
Jun 20 New 32° Members Orientation Meeting 7:00 p.m.

August 2022
Aug 05 Teddy Bear Classic Golf Tournament @ Vesper Hills Golf Club, Tully, NY
             Golfers needed; Hole sponsors needed Captain & Crew Format
Aug 06 (Saturday) Masonic Family Life Picnicat the Cicero American Legion
             Come at 2:00 p.m. and stay to 6:00 p.m.
             Picnic Buffet 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
             Games Door prizes and other happenings
Aug 13 Scottish Rite at Syracuse Mets @ Mets Stadium
             6:00 p.m. Picnic; 6:30 Ball Game; Fireworks after the game
             Details coming in July

Consistory
Greetings, As of many of you, this is my last Word article as the Commander -in- Chief of the Valley of Syracuse Consistory, A.A.S.R..It has been an interesting and challenging three years for our Valley as we tried to negotiate COVID – 19 and the many restrictions and guidelines mandated by the several agencies having jurisdiction in our part of the state.
One of the programs that allowed us to keep moving forward is the Thursday Night at the Rite. If not for this program Scottish Rite in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction would have suffered greatly. I am grateful that this program allowed us to bring Master Masons into Scottish Rite Freemasonry.
I want to thank the Body Heads and our membership for their efforts to help our Valley succeed in qualifying for the Valley of Excellence Award this Year. Let’s keep up the good work!
Many thanks to our Valley Secretary, Jim Swan and his office staff, Sharon Fox and Sharon Swan for all the hard work they do for our Valley to keep it running so smoothly these many years.
Twice we had to postpone our Reunion Degree Day due to conflicts and COVID. Hopefully it will go off without a hitch the third time. I am proud to have Knighted our new Subline Princes of the Royal Secret.
I offer my support to our new Body Heads in any way I can to help make their time in office a success.
I look forward to the Masonic Family Life events on August 6, 2022, Picnic, August 13, 2022, Syracuse Mets Baseball. And don’t forget the Teddy Bear Classic Golf on August 5,2022.

Fraternally,
D.B. Lawrence W. Egnaczyk, 32° MSA
Commander in Chief
lwegnaczyk@verizon.net / (H) Ph. # 315-637-4143 / (C) Ph. # 315-632-1043

Chapter
Greetings, Knights & Readers, This June 6th, the elected officers will be installed. I will again be Most Wise Master of Rose Croix.

I’d like to highlight the 2 Family Life events open to all Masons. This August 6th, there will be a picnic at the Cicero American Legion. The Legion does a great job with a wide variety of food & baskets will be given when you buy tickets. Another event happens on August 13th with Baseball Game involving the Syracuse Mets, food will be included. If interested, contact Jim Swan at (315) 452-7976 to secure a place.

Since the good weather is coming, I would like to wish all a great summer whatever you do.

In closing, keep our military & the people of Ukraine in your prayers.

Richard E. Barrett, 32°
Most Wise Master

Council
Greetings Princes. As this will be my last article as your Sovereign Prince I just want to remind you all of several important things. First, Masonry does not stop during the summer even though we won’t be meeting in person, keep thinking about and living our values and always keep in mind that new ideas are always welcome and encouraged. Also, do not forget that one of our main principles is charity- it is strongly encouraged that you give whatever you can to our charities. The Valley of Syracuse has always been known as a generous Valley in this regard.
Education is fundamental to truly understanding our craft so make use of the Livingston Library programs, the HGA courses, come to and participate in the degrees. Another way to learn even more is to go to other Valleys, it is something I enjoy doing and have truly enjoyed the experiences. Carpooling is a great way to expand friendships or form new ones.
There is so much more that I could talk about but the fact is that all of you are The Valley of Syracuse, take pride in that-I do. On a last note, please support all of the incoming body heads in their endeavors and stay Scottish Rite strong.
God bless all of our military past and present, this amazing country and all of you and your families.

With Fraternal Love,
James McNeal, 32º DSA
Sovereign Prince

Lodge
Princes: Sad to say, this will be my last “Word” article as your Thrice Potent Master. The last three years have been an amazing journey for me in the Lodge of Perfection. We’ve hosted several events, attended many social outings, and conferred several LOP Degrees along with helping the other Bodies with the same, all marked with the opportunity to serve you the membership. What a true honor it has been to be in your service!

I want to thank the Officers of the LOP for their steadfast support, and willingness to pitch in and provide support in casting and directing the degrees we have conferred. As well as, providing sound council in Valley affairs. I want to thank my fellow Body heads for your friendship and contributions in making the valley such a dynamic and enjoyable Masonic experience. I deeply thank the Commander in Chief for his leadership and directing us towards success in perhaps
the most difficult times the Valley has had during the COVID Pandemic. Ill. Larry, on behalf of us all Job Well Done!!!! It goes without saying that Ill. James Swan and his office staff are invaluable to all things Scottish Rite within the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. Ill. Swan has been an incredible mentor to all the Body heads and a true friend. Thank you for showing us the way.

As hopefully I have shown in my writings The Scottish Rite and the Valley of Syracuse holds a very special place in my heart. As I turn the page of my journey I am wishing the very best of success to my successor and all of the officers for their service and leadership in the Lodge of Perfection. I truly look forward to seeing you work together and reaching lofty heights! As for me, I entered the doors of Freemasonry marked service. I look forward, with great excitement, to continue my Scottish Rite Journey in a new capacity to serve the membership.

Again, Thank each and every one of you for allowing me the honor of being your Thrice Potent Master, May God Bless you and Family, Enjoy your summer!!

Peace be with you my Princes

Terry A. Byard, 32° DSA
Thrice Potent Master

Hospitaler
Greetings Brothers, It’s nice to see the sunshine as I write this months article. The cold wet spring weather of Central N.Y. finally appears to be behind us.

In addition to Covid related problems which are not going to go away, the deer ticks are unusually heavy this spring, causing the concern of Lyme disease. ( the name comes from Lyme, Connecticut, where it was discovered) This is a bacterial infection caused by the bite of an infected tick. Be sure and check your dog, cat, and yourself, when you come inside. I use a fine tooth comb to remove them from our cat. If you are experiencing flu like symptoms, and, or have a target shaped rash, make sure you have it evaluated. Treatment with antibiotics is usually effective when detected early.

One closing remark about Covid….Dianne and I have both received our 2nd booster of Moderna and continue to mask up when out and about. I realize these are personal decisions.

Please remember our to keep our Masonic Brothers and their families in the Ukraine, and all of its citizens in our thoughts and Prayers, as their suffering continues

The Hospitalers Fund is always in need. If you are able to help, please send a check made out to Central City Bodies, and directed for the Hospitalers Fund,

If you are in need of some confidential assistance please contact Bob Tyrrell or myself…We may be able to provide some type of help.

Don’t forget the Blue envelopes !

Dick Freeman – 315-837-4962
freeman1574@frontier.com

Welcome to My World
Notes from the Children’s Dyslexia Center CNY
As I write this, we are one month from our Recognition Ceremony. Year 18 is soon to be in the books. We had 17 children attending this year and 2 Practitioner 1 Scholars and 1 Practitioner 2 Scholar. We will be honoring the Scholars and eight children who have completed their time at the Center and will be moving to independent learning. We will also recognize the nine children who plan to return in the fall for their second year with us.

We are happy to report that we have four new Practitioner 1 Scholars who will receive their training for Certification in the upcoming year. It looks to be another busy year with close to 20 children attending the Center. Some of our certified tutors will continue training as Trainers, Supervisors and Therapists so the learning continues at all levels.

The last three years have seen us continue to face, meet, and overcome many challenges that we could never have envisioned. The fact that you are steadfast in your support has allowed us to keep moving forward in the best ways possible. We pray that the upcoming year will allow us to return to a more normal setting and that we can continue to bring you positive reports about what is going on at the Center.

A brief update on Lucas as he continues to make consistent progress and show involvement in each lesson. He will continue with us next fall and we are confident that he will benefit more and more from his time here. We have just placed his younger sister on our waitlist and will look forward to seeing here sometime in the next two years. I continue to report, and it remains the same, that we have a two year wait list for children who need/want our services.

As you read this, we will be preparing for our summer hiatus. We have found the desire and feasibility of a summer program are not there. Though it would be optimum for the children the lack of interest and consistent attendance for the last few summers that we had the extended program did not make them cost or time effective. Perhaps this will change back to a flourishing program in the future, but it is not to be at this time. The Center will be closed for services from June 14th to September 19th . Gineal and I will be in and our throughout the summer to deal with phone and mail during that time and you can always email.

We look forward to seeing many of you on August 5 th for our Annual Golf Tourney and Fundraiser at Vesper Hills Golf Course in Tully. It is always a fun time no matter what the weather.

Again- We Thank You for Your Continued Interest and Support of The Children’s Dyslexia Center Central New York-Without you- We would not Be!

Linda L. Martin, Director
Email- lmartin@cdcinc.org
Phone- (315) 736-0574
Mail- Children’s Dyslexia Center- CNY
PO Box 638
Oriskany, NY 13424

2022 Teddy Bear Golf Classic
Attention Golfers: Summer is Here!!
The 2022 Teddy Bear Golf Classic benefiting Children’s Dyslexia Center Central New York is
scheduled for Friday August 5, 2022 at Vesper Hills Golf Club. Save the date on your Summer
calendar.

Set up your foursome and let Ill∴ Craig Cobb, 33° know you are joining the fun! Details will be in the June edition of the WORD.

Craig’s contact information is:
e-mail: cobb3@verizon.net
Phone: (315) 446-0625
You can also call the Valley of Syracuse office. (315) 452-7976 for information
TEE and HOLE sponsors are needed.

Supreme Council Member Center
All members who are not registered in the J365 Membership roster; please Go on line MYNMJ.ORG and sign into the Member Center. As a non registered member the system it will instruct you how to register. Have your member card available and follow the provided instructions. When registered you can view all of your Scottish Rite membership records on this site. Contact the Valley office if you require assistance.

Teddy Bear Golf Classic to Benefit Childrens Dyslexia Center of CNY

6/16/2022

The Teddy Bear Golf Classic Tournament to benefit the Children's Dyslexia Center of Central New York will be held on Friday, August 5, 2022 at the Vesper Hills Golf Club in Tully, NY. Please consult the documents below to learn more...

Degrees Rescheduled 5/14/2022

5/9/2022

The Degrees originally scheduled for April 30th in Utica have been rescheduled for Saturday, May 14th in Syracuse:

Agenda (as of 5-09-22)

Approx Time
9:00 AM Coffee & Doughnuts Dining Room
9:45 AM Opening Lodge Room
10:00 AM 4° & 6° (via DVD) Lodge Room
11:15 AM 21° (Cast by Valley of Syracuse) Lodge Room
12 Noon Lunch Dining Room
1:00 PM 22° (via DVD) Lodge Room
1:30 PM 32° (DVD & Syracuse Cast) Lodge Room
3:00 PM Closing Lodge Room

IMPORTANT NOTICE
1. MASKS ARE Recommended, EXCEPT WHEN EATING OR PERFORMING PARTS
2. SOCIAL DISTANCING WILL BE OBSERVED AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE

THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND COOPERATION!

Degrees Scheduled for 4/30/22 POSTPONED!

4/28/2022

Attention! Due to the current rise in Covid Infections and meeting restrictions, the Degrees scheduled for the Valleys of Utica & Syracuse on April 30, 2022 in Utica are postponed. Contact the Commander-In-Chief or Valley Secretary for more details.

This meeting will be re-scheduled with a new date to be announced soon.

JOINT STATEMENT PROMOTES VISITATION BETWEEN VALLEYS REGARDLESS OF JURISDICTION

4/5/2022

My Brothers All,

Sovereign Grand Commanders James D. Cole of the Southern Jurisdiction and I released a joint statement encouraging visitation between the jurisdictions. Together, we wish to encourage all of our members, wherever so disbursed and no matter where your Scottish Rite roots are planted, to continually enhance your personal Masonic journey by seeking Masonic light from wherever it shines. Therefore, we strongly promote and encourage the sharing of Masonic Fellowship between our Valleys and their members. While there are some differences, much between our jurisdictions is the same. Feel free to make your own comparisons and draw your own conclusions. But above all, enjoy the fellowship of Scottish Rite Freemasonry with your cross jurisdictional Brothers. And as always, Journey On.

Peter J. Samiec, 33º
Sovereign Grand Commander

To promote the advancement of fraternal harmony we've issued the memorandum below.

April 2022 News

4/5/2022

Calendar
April 2022
Apr 04 Executive Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. (In Person)
Apr 09 (Saturday) Feast of the Paschal Lamb Ceremony 2:00 p.m.
             Served Luncheon at 4:00 p.m.
Apr 11 4 Bodies Meeting: Lodge Ambassador Program presentation
             Refreshments to follow
Apr 04 LAST DAY FOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS
Apr 25 Trustees Meeting 6:30 p.m. / Executive Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. (In Person)
Apr 30 Saturday Confer 5 degrees @ Valley of Utica
             Register 9:00 a.m.
             Open 9:30 a.m.
             Degrees 10:00 a.m. 4° (V); 6° (V)
             11:00 a.m. 21° Live
             Lunch 12:30 p.m.
             Degrees 1:30 p.m. 22° (V); 32° (L)

May 2022
May 02 Grand Lodge Annual Session- No meetings
May 09 Reunion Dinner
              Social 6:00 p.m. / Dinner 6:30 p.m. / Program 7:30 p.m.
May 16 Guard’s Club 6:15 p.m. Annual Dinner/Meeting
              4 Bodies Annual Meeting Election of Officers 7:30 p.m.

June 2022
June 06 2022 – 2023 Officer’s Installation
              Social 6:00 p.m. / Dinner 6:30 p.m. / Installation Ceremony 7:30 p.m.
Jun 13 Trustees Organization Meeting 6:30 p.m. / Executive Committee Organization Meeting 7:00 p.m. (in Person)
June 25 (Saturday) KSA Bannockburn Banquet @ Brae Loch in Cazenovia 5:00 p.m.
               Reservations Required / Details to come

Consistory
Spring is here, at last. This is a time of rebirth and growth in nature as well as in Masonry. Lodges have held live meetings and conferred degrees upon newly raised Master Masons. We need to actively pursue these Brothers and let them know what Scottish Rite Freemasonry is about.
Monday, April 11, 2022, will be a presentation of The Lodge Ambassador Program by Chairman, D.B. Kenneth D. Sterling, 32° MSA. All Scottish Rite Brothers will benefit from the information being presented at this event. Starting time is 7:30pm, with refreshments following the presentation. If you are interested in becoming a Lodge Ambassador, be sure to contact Ken. The Valley of Syracuse Membership Committee welcomes your ideas on how to better recruit new members.
In The Central City Bodies Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite N.M.J. is anxious to welcome the newest members of the Ill:. David P. Spenser, 33°, Active Emeritus Deputy for New York, Class of 2021-2022. On Saturday, April 30th, 2022, The Valley of Syracuse along with the Valley of Utica will confer the 4th, 6th, 21st , 22nd and the 32nd Degrees with the Knighting Ceremony to follow.
I want to express my appreciation to all who helped make this years Dyslexia Gala a huge success. Thank you Linda Martin, Gineal Merritt, the rest of the staff and everyone that donated to the Basket raffle. Harts Hill Inn did another wonderful job with the food and service staff.
The Knights of St. Andrew has provided many great events for our Valley with the hard work put forth by Ill:. Richard J. Powell, 33° Active and his Lady, Marian. This year's Burns Supper was terrific. Thank you all! I am looking forward to the BannockBurn Dinner at the Brae Loch Inn in Cazenovia NY on June 25th, 2022.These events are always fun, and the food is delicious.
God Bless the United States, Freemasonry and the Ukrainian people.

Fraternally,
D.B. Lawrence W. Egnaczyk, 32° MSA
Commander in Chief
lwegnaczyk@verizon.net / (H) Ph. # 315-637-4143 / (C) Ph. # 315-632-1043

Chapter
Greetings Knights, This article is about how the Feast of the Paschal Lamb and how its memorial relates to ROSE Croix. It mentions the Passover and Sacrament of Holy Communion but,it is neither. It commemorates both festivals as a memorial service, honoring our Brethren who have passed to their eternal reward.
Their names are read by the Secretary and a candle is extinguished to honor all our Brethren. During the Mystic Banquet the officers are seated around a table in the shape of a cross. Then bread and wine are served and eaten. The true purpose is to celebrate our service to God and remember our late Brethren.

Two other sections are the Extinguishing the Lights where the officers read negative statements and candles are extinguished. Then the section of Relighting of the LIGHTS where officers read positive statements. Then the candles are relit to bring hope and love.

This festival is scheduled on April 9, 2022 at 2:30P.M. with a luncheon to follow. Please come and bring a friend . It is a beautiful and rewarding experience.

On APRIL 30, 2022 AT 9:00 am. we will be doing the following degrees with Utica Valley at their temple: 4th, 6th, 21st and then a lunch break. After lunch, the 22nd and 32 degrees will be conferred. A knighting ceremony to follow.

Richard E. Barrett, 32°
Most Wise Master

Council
Greetings Sovereign Princes. First off, I would like to wish you all a Happy Easter and a Joyous Passover. As a reminder, on April 30th the Valleys of Syracuse and Utica will be presenting several degrees at the Valley of Utica. There will be a mix of live and video degrees and a lunch served. This event has garnered a lot of interest from Scottish Riters from all over and should be a fun day.
The Valley is looking for new members to add to our upcoming classes so if you know of a Brother who might be interested in joining contact the office so they can begin the process. We can stress the need for new members enough, we lose Brothers every year and need you all to consider bringing in new members to keep our numbers up.
If your Lodge would like to have a Rite on The Road video shown at a meeting, contact the office to arrange a date.
Thursday Night at The Rite has started up again and has proven to be a very popular event.
With the warmer weather the Valley has several events planned that should be fun, keep an eye out for more details.
God bless you all, Freemasons, our military and this great country.

James McNeal, 32º DSA
Sovereign Prince

Lodge
Princes: February and March proved to be exciting months for the Valley with the Caregiver award recognition on February 14th , family life outing at the Syracuse Crunch Hockey Game on February 25th , The Feast of Tishri on March 14th and perhaps most important was our purple hat presentation luncheon honoring our very own Ill. Richard J. Powell 33° Active Member of Supreme Council on February 27th . I have been a Mason now for 19 years and I can assure you that Ill. Powell and his family exemplify the very best of Masonic Ideals and values. We are so blessed to have him as a part of our Valley. He is the ideal we should all strive for in our Masonic Lives.
As of the distribution of this months “Word” each member of the Valley should have been contacted by one of the members of the Executive Committee to update contact information and to just say hi and let you know we truly care about you. This in my view is one of the greatest things about the Scottish Rite. As stated in the vision of the AASR NMJ, “ We will strive to be a fraternity that fulfills our Masonic Obligation to care for our members. I continue to be in awe of how happily surprised our members are to get a call just to chat with no strings attached.
Another highlight of our Masonic Obligation will be our annual Feast of the Paschal Lamb Ceremony honoring those who have answered the final call on April 9th . Then on April 30th we will finally bring the 21st and 32nd Degrees to our long awaiting candidates in a joint effort with the Valley of Utica. It would be truly great to have a large contingent from the Valley to come out to support our new members, meet with old friends in Utica and celebrate this wonderful world of Scottish Rite Masonry
Peace be with you my Princes...

Terry A. Byard, 32° DSA
Thrice Potent Master

Hospitaler
Greetings Brothers, At the Grand Convocation for Royal Arch Masons on March 4th in Utica, I had lunch with Norm Kruth. He looks great and is doing very well and hopes at some point down the road, to return to the Valley. On a sadder note I must report the passing of a couple of old friends. Brother Carl Hoyt of the Masonic war Veterans died unexpectedly, and Brother Don Lord, 99 years old and a 76 year member of the Masonic Fraternity of Scriba Lodge No. 414. Don was active in the Cleveland Lodge No. 613 where I was Raised. Later this spring Bob Tyrrell and I will be visiting Scriba Lodge as a remembrance to Bro. Don.
I hope to see you at the Feast of Paschal lamb on Saturday April 9th to remember our fallen Brothers. At the same time please keep our Masonic Brothers and their families in Ukraine and all of its citizens in our thoughts and Prayers.
The Hospitalers Fund is always in need. If you are able to help, please send a check made out to Central City Bodies, and directed for the Hospitalers Fund.
If you are in need of some confidential assistance please contact Bob Tyrrell or myself…We may be able to provide some type of help.
Don’t forget the Blue envelopes !

Dick Freeman – 315-837-4962
freeman1574@frontier.com

Welcome to My World
Notes from the Children’s Dyslexia Center CNY
As I write this, we are just days from our Annual GALA celebration and fundraiser. As you read this the event has come and gone with another wonderful outpouring of support. Over 100 people, including friends and families of the Center, enjoyed a wonderful evening of fun, games, music and fellowship. The continued involvement by the members of Scottish Rite and all Masonic Bodies is humbling for those of us working at the Center.

We are all enjoying a much-needed Spring Break. March becomes a very long month for our children and tutors and the continued Covid mandates have been wearing for all. The last two and a half years have seen us face, meet and overcome many challenges that we could never have envisioned. The fact that you never wavered in your support has kept us moving forward in a positive vein has allowed us to stay the course and keep our children on track. It is also hard to fathom that we are approaching the end of this academic year and preparing for our Recognition Ceremony. We are planning to meet at Hart’s Hill again this year on June 14. If you would like to attend, please contact the Center as their will be limited seating and a small fee for the “luncheon” to be served that evening.

Another update on Lucas: He continues to make consistent progress and show more involvement in each lesson. It is nice to see him be more confident and willing (and smiling) as the year has progressed. What a change from the young man who arrived in the fall of 2020.

It does not seem possible that we are preparing for our next class of Practitioner 1 scholars. As always, if you know someone who might be interested, please have them contact us by the end of April. Our present scholars are doing a wonderful job and will soon complete their training. (I am happy to report that one is a Brother.) It has been a pleasure having them with us this year.

Wishing you all the best as we look toward a much-awaited Spring.

Linda L. Martin, Director
Email- lmartin@cdcinc.org
Phone- (315) 736-0574
Mail- Children’s Dyslexia Center- CNY
PO Box 638
Oriskany, NY 13424

April, May, and June, 2022 Scheduled Events Date Changes
For the Valleys of Syracuse, Norwood, and Utica. Please read the April, May, and June Coming Events Calendar published this month. There are several date and location of events changes to take note of.

Degrees conferrals originally scheduled for March 26, 2022 at the Masonic Memorial Center, 648 Centerville Pl., North Syracuse are moved to the Utica Masonic Center, 251 Genesee Street, Utica, NY with the date changed to April 30, 2022 with the following schedule:
Register 9:00 a.m.
Open the 4 Body meeting 9:30 a.m.
Confer 4° (V); 6° (V) 10:00 a.m.
Confer 21° (L) 11:00 a.m. Syracuse Cast
Lunch 12:30 p.m.
Confer 22° (V); 32° 1:30 p.m. (All Valleys Live Conferral and
Knighting Cast)

Because the events on this day are all relocated from the Masonic Center in North Syracuse to the Utica Masonic Center 251 Genesee Street in Utica, NY. Carpooling to travel to Utica will start at 7:30 a.m. from the Masonic Memorial Center in North Syracuse.

Other dates changed are:
Reunion Dinner event New Date May 9, 2022
Guard’s Club annual 4 bodies meeting New Date May 16, 2022
2022-2023 Central City Bodies Officers Public Installation moved to Monday June 6, 2022 with Social time and dinner for this event.
Board of Trustees and Executive Committee Organization Meeting is now scheduled for June 13, 2022.
Knights of St. Andrew Bannockburn Banquet at the Brae Loch Inn, Cazenovia is on Saturday June 25, 2022.

Each month you receive notices that the Valley of Syracuse is actively seeking new members. We also invite our members to become more involved in Scottish Rite Masonry.

Supreme Council Member Center
All members who are not registered in the J365 Membership roster; please Go on line MYNMJ.ORG and sign into the Member Center. As a non registered member the system it will instruct you how to register. Have your member card available and follow the provided instructions. When registered you can view all of your Scottish Rite membership records on this site. Contact the Valley office if you require assistance.

Valley of Excellence Program
The Supreme Council, 33° A.A.S.R., NMJ, USA has adopted a Valley of Excellence program to encourage its Valleys to become improved Valleys and to provide Masonic and Scottish Services to its members. The Valley of Syracuse is currently ranked as a top three Valley in the Northern Masonic jurisdiction Our goal is to initiate twenty new 4° members prior to June 15, 2022 to improve that ranking.

Talk to your Masonic Brothers who do not belong to Scottish Rite and encourage them to join.
Scottish Rite is the most active Concordant Body in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction.
All members are encouraged to go online and view your membership records and to actively participate in the programs and projects.

Officers Wanted
Dear Scottish Riters; members of the Valley of Syracuse - Your Valley has several Officers positions to be filled for 2022-2023. Officers needed include both Appointed and Elected officers in the Lodge of Perfection, Council Princes of Jerusalem, Chapter of Rose Croix, and Consistory.

The Body Mentors in charge of filling the vacant positions are
Lodge of Perfection – Ill∴ Gary S. Hartman, 33° 315-446-8667 / G.hartman@twcny.rr.com
Council Princes of Jerusalem – Ill∴ Craig E. Cobb, 33° 315-446- 0625 / cobb3@verizon.net
Chapter of Rose Croix – Ill∴ Carl F. Fahrenkrug, 33° 315-3391-8095 / carl-f@microwavefilter.com
Consistory – Ill∴ James D. Swan, Jr., 33° 315-569-5910 / ny017@twcny.rr.com

We, your mentors, invite everyone to contact the individual Body Heads or us to discuss filling an Officer’s position in the valley for the next two to three years and beyond as you desire. We are also seeking volunteers to take part in the conferring of degrees each year. You are invited to become more active participants in the activities of your Valley.

SPECIAL INVITATION TO ALL AREA MASONIC LODGES AND MASTER MASONS
Central City Bodies, A.A.S.R., Valley of Syracuse Invites YOU
To a Masonic Lodge Outreach and Scottish Rite “Rite on the Road” Degrees Conferral Program

What: A Scottish Rite degree conferral program to confer the 4° “Builder”; the first Scottish Rite degree starting a Master Mason’s journey to become a 32° Scottish Rite Mason in a Master Mason’s Home Lodge and Community.
Where: At a Masonic Lodge building in your Community
When: On a scheduled date at a convenient time selected by your Masonic Lodge.

A Membership Team representative from Central City Bodies, A.A.S.R., Valley of
Syracuse will make contact with your Masonic Lodge or you may contact the
Valley of Syracuse Office for more information - Phone: (315) 452-7976 / E-mail: ny017@twcny.rr.com

CNY Children's Dyslexia Center Throws its Annual Gala

3/18/2022

On Saturday, March 12th, the Central New York Children's Dyslexia Center held its Ninth Annual Gala and Fundraiser at the Hart's Hill Inn in Whitesboro, NY.

The Central New York Center began seventeen years ago with two children, and in 2021-2022 they have seventeen children enrolled. Each child receives individual l:l tutoring for an hour per session two limes per week during the course of the school year. They have provided services to one hundred eighty eight children of whom thirteen have graduated. These children have worked to meet the requirements of attaining grade level skills or above. They have also trained and certified fifty seven tutors at the Center.

If they are unable lo raise the monies to cover operating costs, they may have to onsider charging in the future. It is events like the Gala and good people who help provide the funds they need.

Children's Dyslexia Centers, Inc. is operated by the Supreme Council of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction- Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Freemasons, United States of America.

If you would like to make a Donation, it can be made directly to the Children's Dyslexia Center, Central New York or through The Children's Dyslexia Centers, Inc. website - https://www.childrensdyslexiacenters.org/tutoring_location/new-york-central-new-york/

Please enjoy the photos, compliments of Ill. Stephen C. Park, 33°

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