Merry Christmas, Brothers! Christmas is a wonderful time of year to be reminded of a few of the special virtues Masons carry in their hearts and display in their actions. Charity, Joy, and Brotherly Love are the hallmarks of both the season and of Masonic ideals. Let's each attempt to allow the Great Lights of Masonry to shine forth in our lives at Christmas time and always. I want to personally invite you to attend the installation of the 2025 officers that is taking place at the lodge next Saturday, Dec 28, at 9:00 A.M. Friends and family members are also encouraged to attend. This is a special occasion, so jackets and ties are encouraged. Following the installation, there will be coffee, cider and treats served. I hope to see you there! WB Gary Johnson, WM-elect. |
Brothers
 Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brothers, Our next regular communication with be Tuesday at 7:30 PM. We will open on the 2nd degree and have election of officers for next year. At 6:30 we will have dinner. Brother David Dobratz will be serving his Top-Secret Recipe of Chili and corn bread. After the meeting we will divide up poinsettias for delivery to the widows of our past brothers. I look forward to seeing you in Lodge. Fraternally, Jack Bonniwell, Co-Secretary |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
Brothers, Due to a few last minute illnesses, we are postponing the installation of officers planned for tomorrow morning. Instead, we will hold the installation at 5:00 on January 7, prior to our scheduled meeting. Dinner will still be served at 6:30 followed by our meeting. New officers, please review your part for opening and closing on the 2nd degree. See you then…Happy New Year! WM-elect, WB Gary Johnson |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
Brethren, I trust that your efforts at selling tickets for this Sunday’s pancake breakfast are going well. Just a reminder. PLEASE, I need the money from your sales or the tickets to me by the end of this week. If you want, you could bring them to the 2nd degree tomorrow night @ 7PM. We have 4 brothers going thru the degree tomorrow night. I hope to see you at the Breakfast this Sunday. Fraternally, Jack Bonniwell, Secretary Temple Lodge #59 P.O. Box 681 Hutchinson, MN 55350 |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brethren, Reminder Nov 5th is our Stated Communications for the month, Dinner is @6:30 and we will be opening on the 1st Degree @ 7:30 PM Please note that Temple Lodge is holding a Second Degree on the 12th @ 7PM Sharp, With no dinner planned. Plan to attend in support of our new Fellow-Crafts. =- Bill Yungk -= ( Co-Secretary ) |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
Brothers, I’m sorry to report the passing of Janet Kilian , please keep the family in your thoughts. Co-Secretary Bill Yungk |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brothers, There will be a letter as well as this Email for the event. Please RSVP to Jack minnjack3@gmail.com or 320-583-7935=- Bill -= Dedicatoin Letter.pdf |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brothers, October 01, 2024, is our next Communications at 34 Main St N., Hutchinson. We plan to have a Dinner @ 6:30 followed with a LEO presentation. (Casual Attire) Lodge will open on the First Degree at 7:30 with some great news of the Lodge Dedication possibilities in the Month of October. 50-Year Pin Presentations. Menu: Sloppy Joes, Pasta Salad, Chips, Eclair Cake, pop and water. Co-Secretary, Bill Yungk |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brethren, "Reminder" September 17th, we are meeting at the Lodge @6:30 to make up our cast list for the Nov. 12th FellowCraft Degree. If you have a role that you'd like speak now or it will be filled by someone from outta town. We will also be discussing dates for practices and I'm sure the Grand Lodge will want us to have a School too. Contact Me or Jack to get your intentions known. =- Bill Yungk -= Co-Secretary Temple Lodge #59 |
Brethren, The roll of the workmen has been called and one Master Mason has not responded to his name. We have been informed that Brother Justin Klinghagen has laid down the working tools of the Fraternity and has been summoned to the Sublime Lodge by the Grand Master of us all. Brother Klinghagen passed on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. Brother Klinghagen's Celebration of Life Services will be held on Saturday, September 28th, 2024, at Fiddler's Green, 63054 County Road 11, Litchfield, MN 55355 at 4:00pm. Please remember Justin, his wife, Leia, and their family and friends in your thoughts and prayers. No Masonic services have been planned at this time. Jack Bonniwell, Secretary Temple Lodge #59 |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
| September 2, 2024 Dear Brothers: The Temple Lodge #59 Outdoor Lodge and Steak Fry is tomorrow night, Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Where: Micka Farm – 20163 Lace Avenue, Hutchinson. The lodge will open on the 1st degree at 6:30pm with Steak Dinner to follow. Attire is relaxed (wear what you would during your favorite late summer or fall activity! Golf attire, fishing attire, hunting attire, it all helps make the event more special. The Most Worshipful Grand Master of Minnesota, Foster Solem will be in attendance. We will receive him informally. Come and join your Brothers for an evening of Masonry under the open sky followed by a grilled steak dinner. Fraternally, Jack Bonniwell, Secretary, Temple Lodge #59 |
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| Hello Brother, I was forwarded an invite to the Litchfield Golden Fleece #89 Table Lodge on September 14th. The RSVP date is September 6th after our outdoor Lodge and I will bring it up then too. Attached is the Invitation $65 a plate and it is well worth it for the experience, also gives you a chance to bring your wife to a Lodge function. The feast of the seven toasts is something that is a time honored tradition that is a rite of ours as Masons to continue for generations to come. 2024 Golden Fleece Lodge Table Lodge.pdf Please take time to read and make your decision soon, co-Secretary, Bill Yungk |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
| Brothers of Temple Lodge #59, We have an EA degree to attend, planned in Monticello, Aug 17th at 11am start. I will be taking Brad Smith, so if there’s any other interested parties, we plan on leaving from Hutchinson Lodge rear parking lot by 9:15am. Contact Jack Bonniwell or me by next Friday so we can plan. Bill Yungk Co-Secretary |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
Brethren, The roll of the workmen has been called and one Master Mason has not responded to his name. We have been informed that Brother Laurel L. Olson has laid down the working tools of the Fraternity and has been summoned to the Sublime Lodge by the Grand Master of us all. Brother Olson passed on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Brother Olson's Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, August 8th at 11:00 AM at Vineyard United Methodist Church. Visitation will be at 10:00 AM in the Fellowship area at the church prior to the service. A light lunch will follow the service. Please remember Laurel, his wife, Margaret, and their family and friends in your thoughts and prayers. No Masonic services have been planned at this time. Jack Bonniwell, Secretary Temple Lodge #59 |
Temple No. 59 Grand Lodge Of Minnesota, A.F. & A.M. |
Lets not forget our annual Outdoor Lodge is coming soon and we need to compile the volunteer list of workers. Those volenterring to set up for the Lodge and the dinner after the meeting please be out there by 5 PM. We have had great participation of Brothers on this in the past years but if there's a spot you'd like to fill please contact WM Micka. He is currently preparing the official doings of the event. If you don't have his number here it is ( 320 ) 293-9666 The Most Worshful Grand Master Foster Solem has been invited and rest assured there may be more from Grand Lodge in attendance. Plan to attend, there is a calander event on the Grandview site that lets us RSVP, please feel free to do so. This is a suggested $20 Free Will Donation. - WM Jeffery Micka |
Brothers,
On Tuesday, May 28, we have a unique event taking place in our lodge when we will bring FIVE new Entered Apprentices to light. This will be the first time we have conducted degree work in our beautiful new Masonic Center (34 Main St N) and we would like you to share in the joy and excitement of this special milestone for our fraternity. Our degree team has been rehearsing diligently and will make it a meaningful experience for all who attend.
I will be sitting in the East for the degree work, and I extend my personal invitation for you to join us as we bring our new brothers to Light. Even if the complications of life prevent you from attending regular lodge meetings, showing up for degree work is an excellent opportunity to refresh your memories, renew your acquaintances with the brothers, and show your support for the candidates who have chosen to join us in our pursuit of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth.
Fraternally,
W.B. Gary Johnson
Lodge Education Officer
* The work will begin at 6:00; attire is jacket and tie.
Brothers,
Our next regular stated communication is Tuesday with Dinner at 6:30. Charlie Ulrich will serve the meal. Meeting starts at 7:30.
The meeting ought to be very short with practice for the 1st degree to follow.
Again, We will have a number of our new candidates and prospective candidates joining us for the dinner.
* Why not bring one of our normally shut-in brothers. See you tomorrow night!!
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brothers,
Our next stated communication is the OUT DOOR Lodge, (Tuesday September 3rd ) with a steak Dinner after closing. Meeting starts at 6:00.
Note : The set-up and food preparation needs volunteers. Please contact WB Micka as he is taking the controls on where and when.
We will be opening on the First Degree because we have a number of our new EA Brothers in attendance. Hopefully we will have special guests from neighboring andGrand Lodge Officers joining us for the dinner.
* Why not bring one of our normally shut-in brothers. See you at the Micka Farm!!
Fraternally,
Bill Yungk, Co - Secretary
This rocking chair has been rocking in our lodge for many years. Does anyone know who or where it came from/
Brothers,
It is with sadness that we are informed that Brother Howard J. Madsen has laid down the working tools of the Fraternity and that he has been summoned to the Sublime Lodge by the Grand Master of us all.
A Funeral Service was held on Friday, March 08, 2024, at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson.
Military Honors by the Hutchinson Memorilal Rifle Squad.
More information may be found at: Howard J. Madsen - Hantge McBride Hughes Funeral Chapels and Crematory - Dobratz, Dalin, Egesdal, Hauser, Paul
Fraternally,
Jeffrey Micka, Master
Brothers,
Our next regular stated communication is tomorrow, Tuesday with Dinner at 6:30. We will be serving Jeff Micka's Sloppy Joes. Meeting starts at 7:30.
Note The Lodge Hall, Dining room, and BATH ROOMS are done. We will be having our meal in the new dining room.
* Why not bring one of our normally shut-in brothers. See you tomorrow night !!
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
P.S. If you have not done so already, why not pay your 2024 dues now. You may bring a check to the meeting or mail it to PO Box 681, or pay your dues on line thru GrandView. Thank You.
Brothers,
It is with sadness that we are informed that Brother Ronald A. Sommerdort has laid down the working tools of the Fraternity and that he has been summoned to the Sublime Lodge by the Grand Master of us all. No Masonic memorial service will be held.
Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at Oak Heights Covenant Church in Hutchinson, with interment in Sumter Cemetery in Sumter Township, Minnesota.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.
Military Honors by Edward Ewald American Legion Post #143.
Funeral Service will be livestreamed via https://www.facebook.com/OHCCHutch or https://www.youtube.com/@oakheights/streams
Memorials preferred to McLeod County Historical Society.
Fraternally,
Jeffrey Micka, Master
Brothers,
Our next regular stated communication is Tuesday. Dinner at 6:30 Jeff Micka's famous SWEEDISH MEAT BALLS. Meeting starts at 7:30.
* Why not bring one of our normally shut-in brothers. See you Tuesday night.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
P.S. If you have not done so already, why not pay your 2024 dues now. You may bring a check to the meeting or mail it to PO Box 681, or pay you dues on line thru GrandView. Thank You.
My Brothers,
It is with sadness that I imform you of the passing of our brother Marlin D. Torgerson. For more information, please check in at https://hantge.com/obituaries/.
Jack Bonniwell
Secretary, Temple Lodge #59
December 27, 2023
Brothers,
We have some exciting events happening in Temple Lodge #59.
- The Lodge Hall is about 99% finished. We will hold our January stated meeting at 7:30 January 2, 2024 at the Lodge. NO MEAL WILL BE SERVED.
- Installation of officers will take place at 6:00 before the meeting.
- We will meet at the APR storage unit (located north on HWY 15 on the north side of B&B Sports) on Saturday, December 30, at 9:00 am to vacate the storage unit and move the furniture to our new Lodge Room. Many hands make for lite work.
I look forward to seeing you at as many of these events that you are able to attend.
Fraternally,
Jeffrey Micka
Senior Warden (Master Elect)
Brothers,
The following is an email I received from the Grand Secretary this afternoon. I thought you would like to know that our move is official. Thank you all for your support. Our mailing address remains: Temple Lodge #59, P.O. Box 681, Hutchinson, MN 55350-0681
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell
"W. Brother Jack,
The Grand Master has approved your permanent move to 34 Main St N, Hutchinson for Temple Lodge No. 59.
Fraternally,
KEITH W. REIERSON, Grand Secretary
Grand Lodge of Minnesota, AF & AM
P: +1 (952) 948-6700 | M: +1 (612) 440-5796
11501 Masonic Home Drive, Bloomington, MN 55437
mnfreemasons.org"
Brothers,
For Your Convenience, I will be at the Elks Lodge in Hutchinson (Tomorrow) from 2:30pm - 3:00 selling tickets for Sunday's breakfast brunch. If you are in the area and would like tickets, please stop in and see me.
Thank You,
Ben Freese
320 -905- 5969
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November 11, 2023 Brothers, As we get closer to another breakfast partnership with the Elks Lodge on this Sunday November 19th, we have been asked to account for and turn in all non-sold tickets. In order to keep the contract with the Elks, I would like to do things differently this time around. Instead of mailing out tickets to all members, I would like for members to pre-pay for tickets. Upon payment you will then receive tickets either through mail or in person, whichever works best. As always you may also purchase at the door. Please call, text or email me for ticket purchases. Any questions or concerns please reach out. Thank you, Ben Freese 320-905-5969 PS All proceeds from this Breakfast go to the McLeod Alliance for Victims of Domestic Violence.
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Brothers,
Just a reminder that our November communication is tomorrow, Tuesday, with a meal at 6:30, LEO presentation following the meal and Lodge Opening at 7:30. We have some real remodeling progress to report.
See you tomorrow night.. Why not bring a normally shut-in Brother with you?
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brothers,
Tonight we will celebrate a unique and exciting event in the history of Temple Lodge when we hold our first meeting in the new lodge room of the building we purchased last Fall. The fact that the building is in the process of being remodeled and looks like a construction zone will make it that much more special!
Even if you are not currently attending meetings on a regular basis, please consider joining us for this special occasion. As usual, we will gather for a light meal at 6:30, listen to a L.E.O. talk on how Masonry actually helps good men become better men, and then conduct our regular meeting.
We have at least one prospective candidate joining us for the meal and L.E.O. talk, and we hope to make a good impression on him. Your presence would certainly help accomplish that!
I hope to see you tonight,
WB Gary Johnson
Lodge Education Officer
Brethern,
Just a quick note to let you all know that, as of today, we are officially out of the old Lodge building. All of the Lodge furnishings, costumes, records, pictures, etc. are either at the new Lodge or in storage. Thank you Gary Johnson for leading the team effort on this momentous move.
We can be extremely grateful to James Haugen for being such a great landlord. Without his generous rental conditions, I doubt that Temple Lodge would have survived.
However, I officially took my last clime up the concrete steps, from the Old Lodge, about 4:50 this afternoon.
I look forward to seeing you all at our first meeting on next Tuesday. (we don't have to clime concrete steps anymore)
Fraternally, Jack Bonniwell.
Good afternoon Brothers,
I recieved the following email from a Brother in WY. Do any of you remember Otto John Kietzman? Here is the text of the email.
"A member of Sheridan Lodge #8, Brother James Chilcutt, recently learned that his girlfriend’s great grandfather was a Mason that lived in Minnesota. I don’t have much to go on other than his name, birth date, date of death, and where he lived when he died:
Otto John Kietzman
Born - June 24, 1879 (in Germany)
Died - November 14, 1956
He lived in Stewart, Minnesota (McLeod county).
Thought I would start by sending this message to the three closest lodges to Stewart, Minnesota, and to the Grand Lodge of Minnesota. Being the occasional recipient of these requests, I know how challenging they can be. Any information you might be able to provide would be much appreciated. We also understand if this information does not exist."
If any of you know some informaion about Brother Kietzman, please contact me.
Jack Bonniwell, Sec
320 583 7945
4/13/2023
Brothers,
Today is the Day! If you haven't already done so.
As requested when you recieved your Breakfast Buffet tickets, please send all ticket sales money, donations, and any unsold tickets to:
Temple Lodge #59
PO Box 681
Hutchinson, MN 55350-0681
Thank You and I hope to see you at the Buffet.
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Good evening Brothers,
Just a reminder this Sunday 4/16 is the Breakfast Buffet at the Elks Lodge. We are looking for volunteers to help make this a successful breakfast. The Elks Lodge has asked that we volunteer (2) dishwashers and (2-3) table clearers. Please email benfreese68@gmail.com or call Ben Freese at 320-905-5969 to volunteer. If no answer please leave a voicemail or text is best.
Currently the lineup is: (Updated)
David Dobratz – Greeter/Money Collector
Ben Freese, Charles Ulrich, Gary Johnson - Table cleaning
Jeff Micka – Dishwasher
Also, as a reminder, sell as many tickets as you can :)
Thank you,
JW Ben Freese
Brothers,
Tomorrow night is our next communication.
The meal will be prepared by our Worshipful Master. It is going to be his famous "BILL'S BRATS AND KRAUT". Yes, it going to be German night at lodge tomorrow night.
PLEASE RSVP TO: baycon.way@gmail.com for the meal.
Remember: Dinner 6:30 Meeting 7:30
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
brothers
Brothers,
Willmar Sharon Lodge #104 is presenting an Entered Apprentice Degree on April 29, 2023. They could use some help. At this time, they need a Senior Warden, Senior Deacon, Junior Deacon, Senior Steward, and Junior Steward.
If you could help, please call Jed Bendix at 1 320 894 4398.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brothers,
Tuesday night is our next communication.
Among other business, we will be reviewing the current floor plan for our new Lodge, a by-law change to address our dues, and the Spring Pancake breakfast.
Meal Team Micka is scheduled and you know what that means... goooood eatin'
Remember: Dinner 6:30 Meeting 7:30
See you there.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brothers,
The latest information I have regarding the passing of Brother J. Scott Plowman is that he had requested a private family service. No further details were available.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brothers,
Tuesday night is our next communication.
Among other business, we will be installing the rest of the officers.
You might not want to miss the dinner...Dinner team: Ben Freese, Matt Butler, Jim Summerfield
Remember: Dinner 6:30 Meeting 7:30
See you there.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brothers,
Do to the weather, the meeting for tonight is CANCELLED. It will not be rescheduled. The next meeting will be our regular scheduled communication in February.
It is a tough night out there. Thank you to all the brothers who committed to being there unless we cancelled. We will see you next month.
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brothers,
Tuesday night is our next communication.
Among other business, we will be installing the rest of the officers.
You might want to be at the dinner...I understand Chili is on the menu.
Remember: Dinner 6:30 Meeting 7:30
See you there.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brethren,
This Saturday, December 17, will be the Installation of Officers at the Lodge. If you were one of the officers elected or appointed, brother Yungk requests that you make every effort to attend. This will be an open and public installation where everyone is welcome - including your spouse and families. The installation team will be: Master- James Currey from Golden Fleece in Litchfield and Marshall -Terry Miller -SW Area Deputy We will take pictures following the installation.
Dress Attire: Black/Dark suit or Tux and tie.
8 AM: Don Pankake will be serving pancakes, sausages, coffee, and juice.
Please RSVP to give an idea of how many to prepare for. minnjack@gmail.com
9 AM Sharp: Installation of officers. We will finish well before noon.
Officers to be installed for the ensuing year are:
WM -William Yungk,
SW -Jeffery Micka,
JW -Ben Freese,
Treasurer -Donald Pankake,
Secretary -Jack Bonniwell.
SD -David Dobratz,
JD -Allen Tomenes,
SS -Ryan Liimatta,
JS -Harley Albers,
Marshall -James Hanson,
Chaplain- Francis Chapman,
LEO- Gary Johnson,
Tyler- Charles Ulrich.
Also, we will be putting in an order for name tags. Please see the attached pics. Brother Yungk is recommending the magnet version. The pocket version is also available. Perhaps you may want both.
I will see you Saturday!
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Temple Lodge #59
Brothers,
Tuesday night is our next communication.
Brothers Dobratz, Chapman, and Hanson are preparing an exceptional dinner to be served at 6:30. I suggest you don't miss it....don't even be late!
Brother Johnson tells me that we will be welcoming several prospective members as quests for the dinner.
While we have several items on the agenda (election of officers, News about our new lodge, a very impresive Lodge of Sorrow closing, etc.), WM Ulrich assures me that he intends to expedite the evening.
Remember: Dinner 6:30 Meeting 7:30
See you there.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Just a quick note to wish you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving!
Fraternally,
Charles H Ulrich, Master
Temple Lodge #59
Brothers,
We have had very good pre event ticket sales and some have already returned the funds and unsold tickets (remember.. I have to account for all tickets). If you have not already sent me the funds from your sales and or tickets,,,,please do so. If you need more tickets, just give me a call.
Also, we could use some additional help Sunday morning. Please call me to with the time that you could work.
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Temple Lodge #59
320-583-7945
Brethern, please see the following attachment
Brothers,
Tomorrow is our regular stated communication. Meeting starts at 7:30. The meal will be served at 6:30. I look for a very short meeting.
See you tomorrow night.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brothers,
Tomorrow is our regular stated communication. Meeting starts at 7:30. The meal will be served at 6:30.
New Building Tour. If have not had an opportunity to view the new building, I will be at Marks barber shop from 6:00 to 6:30 to give tours. The renters kindly prepared their areas for this tour.
See you tomorrow night.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Brothers,
The next regular communication of Temple Lodge #59 will be next Tuesday, Oct 4. with a meal served at 6:30. We need 2 volunteers to serve the meal. Please consider this and give me a call ASAP 320 583 7945. Thank You.
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
August 29, 2022
Brothers,
A reminder. If you have not already given me your RSVP for a steak at the outdoor Lodge next Tuesday night, do it now. Thank You
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Email: minnjack3@gmail.com
Text or Call 320 583 7945
August 26, 2022
Brothers of Temple Lodge #59,
I am proud to announce that, at a Special Communication of the Lodge this evening, the Lodge passed by a unanimous vote a motion to purchase the Mark Schmidt property located at 34 Main St N in Hutchinson. We can look forward to this building becoming the future home for Temple Lodge #59.
Fraternally,
Charles Ulrich, Master
Temple Lodge #59
August 26, 2022
Brothers,
The Outdoor Lodge is coming up soon….Tues Sept 6, at 6:30 sharp with a steak fry to follow.
The location of the lodge will be: 20163 Lace Ave. Hutchinson, MN – the Jeffery Micka farm.
We will have a Steak Dinner with all the fixins following the Mtg.
Because of the cost of steaks today, we will need an accurate count. I am also suggesting a free will donation of perhaps $15.00.
To reserve your steak,
Please RSVP to minnjack3@gmail.com or call 320 583 7945 as soon as possible but not later than Tuesday, August 30.
I look forward to seeing you at this Outdoor Lodge.
Fraternally,
Charles Ulrich
Master
Temple Lodge #59
Hutchinson, MN
Brothers,
Just a short note to detail our very busy schedule.
Thursday, 8/25/2022 @ 5:30 Building walk through.
Friday, 8/26/2022 @ 6:30 Special Communiication to consider the purchase of the building.
Tuesday, 9/06/2022 @ 6:30 Outdoor Lodge at the Jeffery Micka farm.
Please call me if you have any questions.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
Temple Lodge #59
320 583 7945
August 15, 2022
Brothers of Temple Lodge #59
We need to catch up.
Our current annual dues are $40.00. The Grand Secretary has informed me that this is below the minimum required by the Grand Lodge. We need to increase our dues this year to stay within the regulations of the Grand Lodge.
The current average dues throughout the state are approximately $108.70. The last time we addressed our dues was in 2004. Dues are the life blood of the Lodge.
At our next meeting in September, we will be presenting a proposal to change our by-laws.
The original by-laws and the proposed amendment are listed below.
Original By-Law
Article 5 Section 2:
The dues of the Lodge shall be forty dollars ($40.00) per year for each member, payable in advance, and a proportional amount for the unexpired part of the Lodge year.
Proposed Amendment to By-Law
Article 5 Section 2:
The dues of the Lodge shall be 100 dollars ($100.00) per year for each member, payable in advance, and a proportional amount for the unexpired part of the Lodge year.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell
Secretary
Brothers of Temple Lodge #59
I want to take this opportunity to thank the Brothers of Temple Lodge #59 for your hard work and generosity in supporting the Pancake Breakfast fundraiser for the McLeod Alliance for Victims of Domestic Violence.
The McLeod Alliance mission is to support and promote the elimination of relationship violence through education, empowerment, protection, and advocacy. They have had over 200 clients in this past year. Our financial support is much appreciated.
Attached is a photo of Master Charles Ulrich presenting checks in the amount of $ 3,130.00 to Glynis Vacek, Advocacy Coordinator at the Alliance. The amount presented represents the proceeds of the breakfast and matching funds from the Minnesota Masonic Charities.
Good Work My Brothers!
Fraternally,
Charles Ulrich, Master
Temple Lodge #59
Brother Wilson,
Thank you for your cash contribution to our pancake benefit. Because of matching funds, your contribution becomes a $40.00 gift that will aid in the work that The Mcleod County Alliance for Victims of Domestic Violence continues to do.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
April 4, 2022
We have a Regular Communication tomorrow night 4/5/2022.
6:30 Chicken Dinner with all the fix'ens. You won't want to miss this.
7:30 Regular Communication
Worshipful Master Charlie Ulrich hopes to see you there.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Secretary
P.S. Don't forget to ask a friend, neighbor, coffee drinking buddy, or relative if they have ever thought about beginning the Masonic Journey.
Brothers,
Reminder.....Tomorrow night will be a Special Night. Finally a meal at Lodge at 6:30 PIZZA
Please RSVP so we know how much to order.
Come join us at 7:30 for Officer installation and much more.
It is going to be great to re-connect with everyone tomorrow night.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell
Master
February 23, 2022
Brothers,
Temple Lodge will hold an installation of officers at our next regular communication on this Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Meal 6:30 so that we have some idea of how many…rsvp to Jack Bonniwell
Meeting 7:30
The following brothers have been elected for the ensuing year:
Master: Charles Ulrich
Sr. Warden: Wm. Yungk
Jr. Warden: Jeffery Micka
Treasurer: Matthew Butler
Secretary: Jack Bonniwell
Sr. Deacon: Benjamin Freese
Jr. Deacon: Allan Tomenes
Chaplin: Francis Chapman
Sr. Steward: James Benson
Jr. Steward: James Hanson
Marshall: Harley Albers
Tyler: David Dobratz
LEO: Gary Johnson
I am well aware that not all of the elected brothers are able to be installed this Tuesday. We will install you as you return to Minnesota.
Besides the installation, we have several other pieces of business to discuss: Pancake breakfast, West River Park updates, Brat fundraiser, Grand Lodge Annual Communication, possible Spring/Summer Fling, etc.
This will be our first full meeting after several months of Covid restrictions which has choked our ability to function as normal. Because of this and other conflicts, our attendance has suffered drastically. Attendance at regular communications is critical to keep Temple Lodge #59 meaningful and viable.
The weather forecast is for reasonable spring weather and I am looking forward to a great turnout to get Worshipful Brother Charlie’s term off to a great start.
I hope to see you Tuesday Night,
Jack Bonniwell
Master
320 583 7945 minnjack3@gmail.com
Brothers,
Just a reminder that Temple Lodge #59 will be electing new officers (the only piece of business) for the ensuing year at a very short meeting tonight and it will start promptly at 7:00 PM.
If you have any desire to hold any of the positions, please contact me as soom as possible.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Master
320 583 7945
February 9, 2022
Brothers of Temple Lodge #59
The Grand Master has granted dispensation for Temple Lodge #59 to hold an annual election of lodge officers on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 7PM,
Installation of offficers will take place at our regular communication on March 1, 2022.
We have the chairs of Master and Secretary as well as several others to fill. Please let me know what office you might have an interest in.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell
Master
January 31, 2022
Brothers,
We have important work to do tomorrow night. We need to establish a slate of Officers. I hope as many as possible can attend
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell, Master
Jan. 31, 2022
Brothers,
The next communication for Temple Lodge #59 will be tomorrow, Tuesday, February 1, 2022. The meeting will open at 7:30. No meal at this meeting.
Fraternally,
Jack Bonniwell
Master
It is with saddness that I report the passing of Brother Robert "Bob" Bowen. The link to his obituary follows:
hantge.com/obituaries/robert-e-bowen/
We will be presenting a Masonic Memorial Service at 7:00 Friday.. Please be at the Chapel no later than 6:45. Dress code: Suits and ties. I will need several members to assist in the service. Please contact me as soon as possible if you can help.
Jack Bonniwell, Master