Okemos No. 252 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
Annual COMMUNICATION MAY 18th - 19th, 2026 Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort • Mt. Pleasant, Michigan It is my honor to invite you to the 200th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Michigan, a celebration of 200 years of leadership, service, and dedication by the Michigan Masons. During this landmark session, you will hear a report of the year’s activities and review future programs, initiatives, and budgets for your consideration. Proposed changes to our Blue Book regulations will be presented, and you will elect the Grand Lodge Officers who will help lead us into our third century in 2026–2027. You will also experience the dignity and ceremony that define our fraternity while reconnecting with brothers from all 238 lodges in Michigan and with brethren from other jurisdictions. This is truly a remarkable time to be a Freemason in Michigan, and I look forward to welcoming you to this historic 200th Annual Communication. |
Okemos No. 252 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
Brothers, 2026 is a historic year for our Grand Lodge as we celebrate its bicentennial. There are many events planned and thus many opportunities for us to participate. Please contact our Lodge Secretary (Brother Mike Nevells 517-285-8733 or mpnevells@gmail.com) with any questions. We can also coordinate car-pooling and rendezvous as we know who will be attending each event. For example, Mike Nevells is planning on going to the Oklahoma Masonic Indian Master Degree May 17 @ Soaring Eagle (up and back on that day). Brother WM Harvey Gurd (and guest) & Mike Nevells (and guest) will be attending the Annual Communication on Monday, May 18-Tuesday, May 19 at Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort. https://michiganmasons200.org/celebrating-200-years-together/our-bicentennial-story/ Celebrating 200 Years Together Since 1826, Michigan Masons have built a legacy of unity, service, and brotherhood. This bicentennial marks not just a milestone in time, but the enduring impact of our fraternity on communities across the state—and our commitment to lighting the way for generations to come. SAVE THE DATES Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team Sunday, May 17 @ 3:00PM Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort MT. Pleasant, MI Make plans to join us at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort on May 17 for this first-time visit by the Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team! There is no charge but please arrive well early of the 3 p.m. start as we will be checking dues cards! This will be a Master Mason Degree. ANNUAL COMMUNICATION 2026 Monday, May 18-Tuesday, May 19 Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort MT. Pleasant, MI REGISTRATION NOW OPEN 200th ANNIVERSARY GALA Wednesday, June 24th, 2026, is the official 200th Anniversary of the formation of the Grand Lodge the Michigan! We invite you to join us in Lansing for a special Bicentennial Celebration. The day will begin with a special presentation at the Capitol during the House Session. The session opens at 1:30 p.m. There is limited first-come, first-served seating in the House gallery. Following the presentation, all Masons are encouraged to take part in a special photo op on the Capitol steps! We will then head over to the Lansing Center for a special viewing of the 200th Anniversary Documentary, followed by a Gala/Dinner. The Gala/Dinner is $50 per person and is open to all to attend. Seating is limited, please click the button below to register and view more details! A LIGHT ON THE LAKES DOCUMENTARY As part of the bicentennial celebration of Michigan Freemasonry, a new documentary titled A Light On The Lakes shares the story of how Freemasons helped shape Michigan over the past two centuries. Created by Ben Tigner, Director of Marketing & PR, the film features interviews with Masons and historians from across the state, along with rare archival photographs that highlight the leadership, service, and lasting impact of Michigan Masons in communities statewide. The documentary will be shown in full at Annual Communication and at the Bicentennial Gala. Outdoor Fellowcraft Degree in Mackinaw City August 1, 2026 Festive Board at the Detroit Temple December 27, 2026 |
Okemos No. 252 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
REGULAR COMMUNICATION OF OKEMOS LODGE #252 F. & A. M Members: Jack Voss, Chis Olson, David Westover & Ken Cook as acting Treasurer
Visitors: Adam Mosher & Matt Riely from Grand Ledge #179
Opened: 7:00 PM (EA) Sick and Distressed: Drap Alter – Brother Steven Schrumpf passed away in December 2025.
Minutes: Motion & Support to accept March 2026 Minutes as published / Voted & Approved
Treasurer’s Report: None given (Secretary absent)
Bills: Motion & Support / Voted to pay bills * Rent $550 * Newsletter $17.02 * Stamps & postage $100.95 *Grand Lodge Pins $ 27 * ADN Sponsorship $450 * Helmic/Quane Dues $195
Petitions: None
Communications: (full complete documents /communications are on file)
Committee Reports:
Old Business:
New Business:
https://michiganmasons200.org/celebrating-200-years-together/our-bicentennial-story/
Education: Brother Hart presented an overview of the Masonic change from “Operative” to “Speculative” years 1390 to 1313. From Cathedral Builders to the Birth of Modern Freemasonry.
For the good of the order:
CLOSED: 8:35 PM Respectfully Submitted; SECRETARY: Michael P. Nevells WM Harvey Gurd |
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Annual Communication #200 Registration is OPEN!
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Okemos No. 252 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| Brothers, As a test can you reply to me at mpnevells@gmail.com if you have recived this email. Greetings from the Secretary's desk. The Grand Lodge has provided a central Masonic application / sytem for Lodge use. known as "Grand View". Each individual Mason has acces to this tool as well as expnded tools for Lodge use. I would like to utilize the "New Letter" feature of gran view to email to all our brothers information and updates on a regular basis. The reason for theis email is to assertain if alll our brothers are recieving this from the Grand View syste. So as the opening of theis email requested, please email at mpnevells if you recive this message. Mike Nevells Okemos #252 Secretary |
Okemos No. 252 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
Regular Communication of Okemos Lodge #252 F. & A. M. Agenda April 2, 2026
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Okemos No. 252 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
Okemos No. 252 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
Brothers, Please find attached the updated Lodge 2026 Directory. As usual this remains a work in progress and is largely dependent on input we receive from the individual Brothers of the Lodge. Please send me via email, snail mail, smoke signals, whatever works for you any edits or updates you may have for our records / Directory. Thank you Mike Nevells Lodge Secretary 517-285-8733 mpnevells@gmail.com |