On Sat., 16-Mar-2024, members of Lodge No. 2, Mitchell Lodge No. 81 and St. Alban’s Lodge No. 529 were invited to attend a conferral of the Master Mason degree to a candidate applying for membership in Tuscan-Morning Star Lodge No. 48 of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. Also, in attendance were Prince Hall Grand Lodge delegations from Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.
Read MoreThey say hospitality is a dish best served from the heart and never is that more true than during the Home Cook Heroes Charity Cook-Off sponsored by Lodge No. 2 of Masonic District D. A cornerstone of the fraternity’s pledge to promote community outreach, this charity drive is one example of how Freemasonry, fraternity and fellowship can be used as a force for good that leaves a lasting impression on the local community.
Read MoreHopefully all is well with you and yours as 2024 is in full swing. It is such a great joy to see that Freemasonry is alive and well in Lodge No. 2 and within District D and beyond. Several of the Lodge’s in District D, to include Lodge No. 2, have been working together to provide combined activities with all our members…and it is working very well. There is no need to have to venture far to find something to do for fellowship and building fraternal ties.
Read MoreOn Fri., 15-Mar-2024, members of Lodge No. 2 were invited to participate in a Masonic Wreathing Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C. Representing Lodge No. 2 at the ceremony were Peter B. Lavelle, P.M., Ariel Gonzalez, P.M., Seth Lavelle and O. Steven Schneider, Jr. Also, in attendance were Bros. Manuel Villalba-Martinez, Brandon Budman and Jonathan Teysko along with his wife, Heather Teysko, and their daughter, Hannah.
Read MoreDuring our February Stated Meeting, all present were given a card with 5 names on it to maintain contact with those brethren. The vision is to have everyone in Lodge No. 2 involved to strengthen our Fraternal Bond. There is much happening with Lodge No. 2 in the month of March, from seminars, to community service, as well as traveling to Washington, D.C. to lay a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on March 15th.
Read MoreContinuing in its mission to partner with local nonprofits in the city of Philadelphia, Lodge No. 2 will be serving meals at the Gift of Life Howie’s House, which serves as a “home away from home” for transplant patients and their families by providing temporary, affordable lodging, meals and supportive services to those who travel to Philadelphia for transplant-related care. Every evening, the staff at the House host volunteers from the community to prepare meals for patients currently staying on premise, in a manner reminiscent of the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House.
Read MoreThanks to all who did RSVP for dinner as this helps those behind the scenes to assist you in providing the services needed to keep you all fed during fellowship. Also, keep in mind there will be a charge for dinner for our June meeting. Information is provided online and offline. Also, thanks to all the floor Officers as there was only praise from our D.D.G.M. regarding ritual.
Read MoreDuring a special communication of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania held on 20-Jan-2024, Bro. Robert J. Crotts, P.M., was awarded a 60-Year Service Emblem of Gold by Bro. Larry A. Derr, R.W.G.M. for his steadfast commitment to the Craft. With a Masonic career spanning well over half a century, Bro. Robert J. Crotts, P.M., has served the fraternity with honor and distinction as Worshipful Master of Frankford-Brown Lodge No. 751 in 2000 as well as the Most Excellent High Priest of the Harmony Royal Arch Chapter No. 52 in 2015—to name but a few of his many esteemed titles.
Read MoreIt is an honor being elected and installed to be of service to you. Thank you for having the trust and confidence in me to be included with those that have faithfully served our Lodge in the past. Our Lodge has a deep and lasting history and its recognition is well known. The goal for the year is to continue to cement the foundation of our Fraternity through building Masonic ties, mentoring, and preparing those that are coming behind us, to carry the torch before us as Father Time marches on.
Read MoreHoliday cheer arrived early this year when members of Lodge No. 2 participated in LuLu Shriners’ FEZtival of Trees & Lights, where 49 Masonic Lodges and Shrines from Philadelphia and the surrounding counties decorated Christmas trees to showcase their support for LuLu Shrine and the local Shriners Hospital for Children.
Read MoreAs this is my final message to you I wanted to say thank you for allowing me to have the honor to serve all of you in the East this past year. I can say this was one of the most memorable experiences in my life and I am humbled by being able to experience it. This past year we have had some very memorable Stated Meetings and events. I know everyone throughly enjoyed the Gala that was held on June 17th. We also had a wonderful picnic with the family at the Fink’s house.
Read MoreOn November 7th, we will be having a Masonic wedding at the Temple. Kim and I will be renewing our vows. We plan to start at 6:15 p.m. We will have the Masonic wedding ceremony upstairs in the lodge room. After the ceremony the guests will go downstairs and enjoy some music (a duo named The Side Chicks) and appetizers. During this time, the brethren will have a short meeting. After the meeting the men will join everyone else and have a nice dinner.
Read MoreLodge No. 2 - Free & Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania
1 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
