Recent Events 2007
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Chapter Fundraising
First Multi-Jurisdiction Initiation held at St. Andrews!
Spring Installation goes off without a hitch!
April 28th, 2007
Saturday April 28th was the biannual Installation of Officers of St. Andrews Chapter Order of DeMolay. There were approximately 40+ friends, family, & dignitaries in attendance for the proceedings.
The following dignitaries were in attendance:
Dad David Glassman - Personal representative of the Grand Master of DeMolay International for the Jurisdiction of New York
Dad E. Donald Lounsberry - Finger Lakes Division Executive officer
Miss Alley Glassman - NY DeMolay State Sweetheart
Miss Melissa Glassman - Finger Lakes Division Sweetheart
The councilors installed for the ensuing term were as follows:
Bro. Doug Parry - Master Councilor
Bro. Josh Krajewski - Senior Councilor
Bro. Casey LaFoe - Junior Councilor
The ceremonies concluded promptly with an abundance of food graciously provided by Mr. & Mrs. Parry the parents of the incoming Master Councilor; Brother Doug Parry. Many thanks to all who helped to make this event such a success and to all those who attended the event as well.
Spaghetti Dinner a rousing success!
March 2007
As usual the members of St. Andrews chapter got out the word about their spaghetti dinner and were able to raise more than $400 after all expenses. This money will help to offset the cost of the two upcoming state events; Sports Weekend and Convention. Excellent work done by all but, a special thanks to Dad & Mom Marzio for their help in personally preparing most of the pasta and sauce, your help was invaluable!
St. Andrews Honors 3 of its own!
January 20th, 2007
On, January 20th, 2007 St. Andrews performed the Cross of Honor Investiture Ceremony for one of its most accredited and long time Advisors; Dad Roger Pelham the Advisory Council Chairman. His dedication to this Chapter and the Order of DeMolay at large merits such recognition. Also, the Degree of Chevalier was conferred upon two members of St. Andrews soon to become Senior DeMolays; Brother Harry Gibbs & Brother Eric Romano, both Past - Master Councilors of St. Andrews. The ceremony was enjoyed by all in attendance and was followed by refreshments as always downstairs. Congratulations to Bro. Gibbs, Bro. Romano, & Dad Pelham on their respective awards they are well deserved.
St. Andrews presents the colors @ a 33rd testimonial dinner.
January 19th, 2007
On, January 19th, 2007 St. Andrews was honored once again to be able to help out their sponsoring body the Sigma Lodge of Perfection of the Scottish - Rite. It was a simple task, which was performed as always in a professional and dignified manner. The posting of the colors took but minutes, and then followed with dinner at the local Chinese buffet; with food, fun & fellowship as always.
St. Andrews lends a hand @ a Shrine dinner!
January 13th, 2007
On Saturday, January 14th three members of St. Andrews Chapter assisted their Brethren of Empire Chapter in serving over 100 members of the local Shrine. All report suggest that the guests were pleased with both the quality and speed with which the food was served. No complaints were reported and the evening was a success.
St. Andrews Officers learn more about our ritual!
January 6th, 2007
On, January 6th, 2007 the Hudson Valley Division in conjunction with the Hudson Valley Chevalier Court of NY DeMolay hosted the first annual Ritual Day. The ritual day gave the members of the Division the opportunity to come together and learn a little more about our unique ritual. The day open with a continental breakfast, classes on public speaking & delivery, ritual history, a ritual quiz, & lunch.
St. Andrews Chapter was represented by its current Master Councilor and Senior Councilor; Bro. Marc Wiley & Bro. Doug Parry, respectively.
The event was of no cost to the members or advisors who attended the event and hopefully this information can now be taken back to the chapters of the Division to help improve our ritual.