Dec. 30, 2019 Meeting

Our stated meeting is scheduled for December 30, 2019.  

Branches and Fruit 

The whole concept of Freemasonry is encapsulated in the first three degrees. Why then are there so many other degrees and orders appendant to Freemasonry? 

The odd fact remains, that even with diligent research, understanding cannot be achieved without, not only depth and breadth of study, but also persistent meditation. Remember the secrets of Nature are not to be revealed to all who search Her shrine, but only to those who are strong in faith and humble in spirit.

Not all the branches of our amazing Masonic tree draw their sustenance directly from the story of King Solomon's Temple. A rather complex intertwining of philosophical ideas.  Unfortunately the manner in which we work the degrees tends to confuse those who will not study. 

Special Meeting Nov. 23, 2019

Photos of the award of the KCRBE certificate by KCRBE Jack Lester (right) to KCRBE Powell (left). 

At our special meeting on Saturday, We had nearly a dozen members present to consider previously discussed bylaws changes, elect officers, and to award a Knight Commander of the Red Branch of Eri to Past Sovereign Master Wm. Keith Powell.

Unofficially, the following were elected or appointed officers of G. C. Sanders Council No. 402:

ATTENTION: Called Meeting Sat. Nov. 23 @ 10:00 AM

Attention Sir Knights and Cousins

G.C. Sanders AMD Council No. 402 will hold a called meeting:

Saturday, November 23 at 10:00 AM at 
1851 Carroll Fancher Way #104
College Station TX 77845.  

This is the complex where Sir Knight and Companion Jack Lester resides.

We have an agenda that includes a special presentation, as well as election and installation of officers.  This will ensure that we have our annual returns prepared in time to avoid a fine should we fail to meet at our regular Dec. 30, 2019 meeting.

See you Saturday the 23rd at 10:00 AM

September 30, 2019 Meeting

As you can see, we had a GREAT turnout for our September 30 meeting!  We conducted a lot of business, appointing a third signatory for the bank account, presenting AMD certificates to two Cousins, presenting a Past Sovereign Master’s certificate to PSM William Powell of “extreme east Texas”, and determining that we will begin reviewing an AMD degree at each meeting.

Sovereign Master Royce Yates would like to determine who has already observed which degrees so that we may first focus on degrees that have have not been observed.  Review the list below and create your list of degrees that you need to review.

Our next meeting will be held December 30th in Chappell Hill.

Be aware that we are working on plans to hold a called meeting of G. C. Sanders AMD Council No. 402 for presenting a certificate, and we are contemplating holding a called meeting of Gen. H. B. Stoddard KM Council at the same time.  Initial thoughts are to hold these called meetings prior to the regular Gen. H. B. Stoddard KM meeting on Oct. 31.   Watch for further details as they are developed.

Below are a list of AMD degrees from which you can make your list.  

Condolences to Brother William Keith Powell

Condolences to Brother Keith Powell upon the passing of his father on evening of July 30, 2019.

Next Meeting: Sept. 30

At our next meeting on Sept. 30 we will begin reviewing AMD degrees to read through and to begin to walk through to determine those we may wish to perform.  Remember to bring your books in September!

July 29, 2019 Meeting

Our next meeting of the G. C. Sanders AMD Council No. 402 will be held at Chappell Hill on Monday, July 29, the 5th Monday in July.

Meet at about 6 PM at Chappell Hill Deli and Bakery for a meal and fellowship.  We will retire to Hubert lodge at about 7 PM.

Be sure to check our website for more information about Allied Masonic Degrees and Masonry such as Our meeting dates for 2019,a calendar and other information.

Here is a bit of information for your edification:

The Allied Masonic Degrees is an organization based on interest and ability in Masonic research and scholarship.