 Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brethren, Doric Lodge will be hosting a blood drive on Friday January 3rd 2025 from 1pm to 5pm. If you would like to donate you can sign up online. The blood drive is open to the public so spread the word. |
Fraternally,
Bro. Chris Clark
Senior Warden, Doric Lodge No 568
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brethren, Doric Lodge will hold their first Stated Communication with the newly installed officers of 2025 on December 19th at 7:00pm. A meal will be served at 6:00pm. Come out and meet your new officers and show some support for your lodge. Fraternally, Bro. Chris Clark Senior Warden Doric Lodge#568 |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brethren, Doric Lodge will be having a Stated Communication December 5th at 7:00pm. A meal will be served at 6:00pm. We will be voting for next years Officers. Please come out and support your lodge. Hope to see you there. Fraternally, Bro. Chris Clark Junior Warden Doric Lodge#568 |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brethren, Doric Lodge will be having a Stated Communication November 21st at 7:00pm. A meal will be served at 6:00pm. Please come out and support your lodge. Fraternally, Bro. Chris Clark Junior Warden Doric Lodge#568 |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brethren, Doric Lodge will be having a Stated Communication November 7th at 7:00pm. A meal will be served at 6:00pm. Members from the York Rite will be attending and providing a special presentation during the meeting. Please come out and support your lodge. Fraternally, Bro. Chris Clark Junior Warden Doric Lodge#568 |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Good Day Brethren, I wanted to inform everyone that there was a motion last night in our Regular Stated Communication that $1,000.00 be sent from Doric Lodge to the Masonic Foundation Hurricane Relief Fund. This motion was passed and this morning I have place said check in the mail. I am very proud to have been able to write this check on behalf of your lodge. Because of past donations and careful oversight of the ongoing finances of the Lodge this was able to be done without frying one chicken, one piece of fish , or any labors of that type. Not that any of these are not worthy efforts but it's so nice to be able to help our Brethren with just the stroke of a pen. Hopefully this will aid and assist those who are in great need after this disaster. Fraternally Wayne Lytton Treasurer Doric Lodge#568 DDGL 7th Masonic District |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Good Day Brethren, In the closing charge and we are told that in the most friendly manner we are to remind our brother of his errors and aid a reformation. In this email my intent is to do just that.The past several Degrees that Doric has conferred ,not counting the Officers in the Degree Team, there have been more members present from visiting Lodges than from Doric in attendance. This was never more noticeable than the Third Degree just Conferred this past Monday. St.John's Lodge had as many, if not more Brothers visiting than Doric had attending. Brethren this aught not be. Your basic Obligation is to support your brothers and what better way to do this than to be there as they are raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason. I communicate the times and dates for these degrees on our Facebook page, in email, and on the 7th District Facebook page. Some have said that the Lodge should mail out announcements as in the past; Brethren considering the cost of postage today, doing a mass mailing is not a viable financial option for your lodge. Brethren is there something the Lodge can do to once again get you to have the same excitement and anticipation as you did when you were raised to come out and support these Brethren experiencing that same feeling ,please let us know. I know it's much easier to sit back in your recliner, but your support is greatly needed. So I say what Jesus said in the Book of Revelation ,Have you Left Your First Love. Fraternally with Brotherly Love and Friendship, Wayne Lytton Past Master Doric Lodge #568 DDGL 7th Masonic District |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brethren, Doric Lodge will be having an Emergent Communication to Confer the Third Degree Aug 26 at 6:00pm. A meal will be served at 5:15. Please come out and assist us in raising these Brethren to the sublime Degree and recognize their hard work. Fraternally, Wayne Lytton DDGL 7th Masonic District |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Greetings Brethren, Just a reminder Doric Lodge#568 will be having a Master Masons Degree next Thursday August in an Emergent Communication starting at 6:00 pm. A meal will be served starting at 5:15 pm. Please come out and be a part of the culmination of these Brothers journey and hard work. Brother Warren Taylor Past DDGM of the 7th Masonic District will be conferring the First Section and Brother Wayne Lytton current DDGL of the 7th Masonic District will be in the East during the Second Section. Fraternally, Wayne Lytton DDGL 7th Masonic District |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Greetings Brethren, Doric Lodge will be conferring the Master Mason Degree Aug 8 at an Emergent Communication starting at 6:00. There will be a meal at 5:30. As you know this is the culmination of a lot of time and effort on the Brethren being raised as well as the Degree Team. Past DDGM Warren Taylor will be conferring the First Section and current DDGL Wayne Lytton will be the Senior Deacon during this section. The Second Section will be conferred by DDGL Lytton and Brother Taylor will be the Senior Deacon. Brother Lytton will also be giving the Lecture. Please come out and support all during this degree. Fraternally, Wayne Lytton DDGL 7th Masonic District |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Greetings Brethren, This Thursday, July 11 at 6:00, Doric Lodge will be conducting practice for the Master Mason's Degree. We are still in need of brethren who would be willing to give the Third Degree Charge, and fill some other places in the Degree. We have 4 Fellowcraft who are projected to be raised on Aug 8th, therefore your lodge needs your help in bringing these Brethren to Master Mason Status. Fraternally, Wayne Lytton DDGL 7th Masonic District |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Goo Afternoon Brethren. I have just been notified that the time for the service for Brother Bill Chancellor is now going to be at 2:00 instead of 3:00. MW Brother Dill was at first given the incorrect time. I apologize for any confusion. Wayne Lytton DDGL 7th Masonic District |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Good Afternoon once again Brethren, I have some updated information from my previous post. The name of the Brother for whom we are having Masonic Rites this Wed. is Earl William"Bill" Chancellar. Have a wonderful rest of the weekend, Wayne Lytton, DDGL 7th Masonic District |
Doric No. 568 Grand Lodge Of North Carolina, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brethren. Doric Lodge has been requested to be the Host Lodge for a Masonic Funeral this Wed at 3:00 at the Cedar Grove Extension in New Bern. This Brother is the Son-in-Law of the late Brother Johnny West and a member of multiple lodges along with Doric. Brother Billy Dill with assistance from Brother Buddy Williams will be performing the Masonic Rites. Please try to make plans to be there and give our Brother the last token of our respect and esteem. Fraternally Yours, Wayne Lytton DDGL 7th Masonic District |
Good Day Brethren,
Due to the date previously scheduled for the MRIP for Doric Lodge being on Memorial Day weekend, the date has been changed. The new date for this required period of instruction for Doric Lodge will be June 8, at 8:00 A.M. There will be coffee and doughnuts served starting at 7:30 A.M.
Looking forward to your attendance at this most useful time of Fellowship and learning.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
Doric Lodge will be having the Modified Ritual Instruction Program, May 25 starting at 8:00. Doughnuts and coffee will be served at 7:30. This is the annual instruction program required by the Grand Lodge for each Lodge in the State, it's a version of the School of instruction. Why the new name? This school not only covers some required instruction from the OSW but allows each Lodge to modify the instruction to meet whatever current needs a lodge may have. The requirements are as follows, at least 7 member of the Lodge must be present 5 of which need to be current officers. Your attendance is earnestly requested ;especially if you haven't been a part of this program in a long time. It's a great time of learning and Fellowship among the Brethren.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good day Brethren,
I was informed yesterday afternoon by the DDGM , that due to circumstances beyond his control ,the Official Visit scheduled for this Thursday at Doric is going to be canceled. The visit will be rescheduled for mid may.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric#568DDGL 7th District
Good Day Brethren,
Just a reminder that this Thursday the Lodge will be receiving the DDGM and DDGL for their annual Official Visit. Please come out and support your Lodge.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer
Doric #568
Good Day Brethren,
Brother Warren Taylor has asked me to post the following invitation
Fraternally ,
Wayne Lytton
DDGL 7th District
Good Day Brethren,
Doric Lodge will be conferring the Second Degree for two Brothers on Mar 25 at 7:00 PM. A meal is not planed at this time. Please come out and support these two Brothers as they take the next step toward the East.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric #568
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Evening Brethren,
The obituary for Linda Foster, wife of Brother Jim Foster can now be viewed at Cotten Funeral Home.com.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric Lodge #568
Brethren,
I have just been informed of the death of Brother Jim Foster's wife Linda. At this time there is no information on any arrangements, those to follow.
Let's all lift up our Brother in prayer during this time of need.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric Lodge#568
Good Evening Brethren,
I know this is rather late but I have been asked to remind everyone, that today is the last chance to RSVP Zion Lodge if you plan to attend the Cleebration of Zion Lodge 200th Anniversary on Feb 24 at 6:00pm. There will be a $10.00 charge for a steak dinner with the trimmings. Please contact Brother Bobby Meadows at 212-626 2170 to reserve your seat for this Landmark Event.
Fraternally ,
Wayne Lytton Treasurer Doric#569
DDGL 7th Masonic District.
Brethren,
Doric Lodge #568 will be Conferring the Entered Apprentice Degree on two Candidates this Thursday Jan 25 starting at 7:00pm. A meal will be served starting a 6:15pm., at the York Rite building in New Bern,N.C.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric Lodge#568
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Brethren,
Doric Lodge will be Conferring the Second Degree for two Brothers Dec 14th at 7:00pm with a meal starting at 6:00pm. The Master for this Degree will be Past Master C.D.Piner with special guest Brother Buddy Williams serving as Senior Deacon. The meal will be Jambalaya. Please come and support these two Brothers as they continue their journey Eastward.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric Lodge #568
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
This evening Doric #568 will be having election of officers for the upcoming year.This is a chance to have your voice heard in this most important decision for the Lodge. Hope to see you at 7:00pm
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric#568
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day,
Happy Birthday to everyone having birthdays this month.
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric Lodge #568
Brethren,
Just a reminder that Doric Lodge#568 will be conferring the First Degree for one candiate this evening. A meal will be served at 6:00 and the Degree will be confered starting at 7:00. The starting time has been changed to 7:00 to allow more time for the meal and Fellowship among the Brethren.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric#568
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Brethren,
Doric Lodge#568 will be conferring the First Degree for one candidate Nov 9 starting at 6:30pm. A meal will be served starting at 6:00pm. Please join us in supporting this soon to be Brother as he takes the first step in Masonry.
See you there,
Wayne Lytton
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
I wanted to inform everyone that the Lodge will be supplying 10 Wreathes to be placed on the graves of our Fallen Veteran's at the New Bern National Cemetery as part of the Wreaths Across America event to be held Dec 16,2023. This action was approved at our last Stated Communication.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric Lodge#568
DDGL 7th Masonic District.
Good Day Brethren,
I have been asked to post information about Rita Piner's Memorial Service. Rita was the wife of Past Master C.D. Piner a long time member of Doric Lodge.
The service will be held at Cotten Funeral Home at 11:00 A.M. Sat Aug 26.
Visitation to follow the Service.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton Treasurer Doric Lodge
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
This Friday night July 15 at the York Rite building in New Bern, Movie Night, will be starting at 6 p.m.for dinner consisting of all you can eat Hot Dogs and Hamburgers. Then at aprox. 7:00 the Movie entitled The Last Ride will be commence. Popcorn will be provided during the movie. The cost of admission and dinner is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children 12 and under. Come and have a good time with the family .
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
Brother Gene Jenkins crafted this Gavel ,which contains wood from an Ash tree planted by George Washington at Mt. Vernon,and presented it to Doric Lodge at the June stated Communication.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric Lodge#568
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
I just wanted to take this time to let you know that starting with this Thursday's Stated Communication Doric Lodge will be in the summer mode of just meeting the first Thursday of the month until September when the regular schedule will be resumed.
Fraternally Yours,
Wayne Lytton Treasurer
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
The Master wanted me to inform everyone that the dinner this evening at 6:00 pm will be BBQ Chicken with the trimmings. Come out and enjoy a good meal and Fellowiship before the evening's Stated Communication.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric Lodge#568
Good Day Brethren,
Just a reminder that you can register for your own account for Grand View by going to nc.grandview.com, then follow the prompts. This will allow you to real time change your personal information in the database and access other information about your Lodge. Currently Doric only has 12% sign up rate, it wiould be nice to increase that rate.
Thanks,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric Lodge#568
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
Brother Warren Taylor has asked me to send out a reminder of York Rite Movie Night this Sat . Dinner at 6:00 and the movie"Ticket to Paradise" to start around 7:00
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
Good Afternoon Brethren,
I wanted to let you know that because of recent developments I have had to change my email address to sueandwayne2@yahoo.com. If you have need of getting in touch with me use that address.
Thanks You,
Wayne Lytton
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
Just a reminder of the Modified Ritual Instruction Program Class this Sat at 8:00am at the York Rite Building .Doric is required to have 7 members minium 5 of which has to be current Officers of the Lodge. It would be nice to have more members than 7 come to the class. Bern Lodge and Zion Lodge will also be attending with Doric. We will be going over a lot of what is written in the red portion of the OSW , so if you ever wanted to know what all that red says bring your OSW and we will review. This is a great time to have those questions answered of the how and why we do the things we do in the Rituals. There will be coffee and doughnuts starting at 7:30. Please make every effort to attend.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
Doric Lodge for a fund raiser has partnered with the New Port Pig Cooking Contest and Festival to be held in Newport,NC on April 1. Our part in this great event is to mainly help on the serving line or other assignments as need. The normal blocks of time are in 2 hour increments. This is a great time to show our Community spirit, engage with our fellow brethren, and enjoy some great food and entertainment. Last year this event brought into the Lodge $1,000, which was donated equally between Whitestone and the Oxford Childrens home. If you can serve on this day please contact Brother Warren Taylor at 252-671-1717 to volunteer or for information.
Thanking you in advance,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer Doric #568
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
The new Grandview system is the program which you will use if you desire to make your Dues payments online. The beauty of this system is you have the option of paying your Dues all at once,Quartely, or monthly. To set up your Grandview account use the web address nc.grandview.systems and follow the directions to set up your account. The Grand Lodge has been able to remove the charges associated with the old MORI method for online dues payments making it more streamlined for the user and the Lodge. Of course if you don't wish to use this online option the standard, check and cash methods can be used as in the past.
Fraternally Yours,
Wayne Lytton
Treasure Doric Lodge #568
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
On April 8 Doric Lodge will be conducting the Modified Ritual Instruction Program required by the Grand Lodge.Joining the Doric Lodge will be Bern Lodge and Zion Lodge. There will be coffee and doughnuts at 7:30 with the School starting at 8:00. This is not a Tiled Lodge ;therefore those of you who have OSWs are highly encouraged to bring them with you.This will be a great time of learning and fellowship among the brethren.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,Just wanted to send a quick reminder about the Past Masters Master Mason Degree this Sat. Mar 11 at Cherry Point Lodge #688 in Havelock. Breakfast at 8:00am The Lodge will be tiled at 9:00am
See you There,
Wayne Lytton
Treasurer
DDGL 7th Masonic District
Good Day Brethren,
This is to notify each of you of a Past Masters Third Degree to held at Cherry Point Lodge on Mar 11. Breakfast at 8:00 AM with the Degree starting at 9:00pm. Just for information this Degree will have 4 Certified Lecturers, and several Past DDGM's and DDGL's,including the current DDGM and DDGL. Should you plan on attending please let me or Cherry Point know so they can have a close headcount so to be better prepared for the Breakfast Meal.
Fraternally,
Wayne Lytton
DDGL 7th Masonic District