Phoenix Lodge

Phoenix Masonic Lodge #123 F. & A. M.
FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF OHIO

Perrysburg Masonic Building
590 East South Boundary
Perrysburg, OH 43551
419 874-4577

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LINKS: || 11th MASONIC DISTRICT || GRAND LODGE OF OHIO || SCOTTISH RITE VALLEY OF TOLEDO ||

We are especially proud of our lodge and the modern, beautiful Masonic Temple building that is our home here in historic Perrysburg, Ohio. Our membership continues to proudly support an ongoing commitment of involvement in many charitable, community, civic and fraternal projects.

The members of Phoenix Masonic Lodge in Perrysburg, welcome all Master Masons to join us as guests at any of our regularly scheduled meetings and share in our fraternal brotherhood, fellowship and friendship.

STATED MEETINGS:

First and Third Monday each month - 7:00 PM
(No meetings in July and August)
(On Holidays, meetings are moved to the following night -- Tuesday)

LODGE HISTORY

On May 25, 1844, the Grand Master of Masons in Ohio granted a dispensation officially designating its newly founded lodge as "PHOENIX LODGE #123 F. & A. M." in the town of PERRYSBURG, OHIO. After meeting in various locations over the years, the lodge purchased land in 1969 for a new Masonic building. Sixteen years later construction was subsequently begun and the lodge was able to move into the new facility in October, 1986. A formal cornerstone ceremony and dedicaton was conducted on April 26, 1987. The cornerstone is in the hallway entrance area. Behind the stone is a copper casket containing memorabilia which is to be opened at a future date.

For the complete history of Phoenix Masonic Lodge prepared by MWB James Olmstead, Click here.

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- - Phoenix Lodge News - -

Some recent events which have occured with Phoenix Lodge.

Phoenix Lodge continues to collect non-perishable food for distribution to the needy through the local food bank in Perrysburg.

Phoenix Lodge welcomes 6 new members who participated in the Grand Master's One-Day Class of June 13, 2009, at a special BBQ ribs and chicken dinner folllowing the event.

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- - SCHEDULED EVENTS - -

The following are scheduled lodge events for the month of February:
Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, 7:00 PM	STATED MEETING. Business, event planning, possible degree work.
Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, 8:00 PM	SPECIAL GATHERING. The Perrysburg Chapter #446 of Ohio Eastern Stars has invited all Phoenix Lodge Master Masons to a MASTER MASON APPRECIATION NIGHT during their regular meeting. Wives and guests are welcome to attend.
Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, 7:00 PM	SPECIAL EVENT. A Phoenix Lodge candidate will receive his MASTER MASON degree at Toledo Ft. Industry Lodge's Annual Inspection meeting. Dinner will be served at 6:00 pm. RSVP meal reservations at 419-867-1195.
Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, 7:00 PM	STATED MEETING. Business, event planning, possible degree work.
Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010, 11:00 AM	SPECIAL MEETING. A final Entered Apprentice degree practice has been called in preparation for the upcoming Annual Inspection.
Monday, Feb. 22, 2010, 7:00 PM	ANNUAL INSPECTION. Phoenix Lodge's Annual Inspection will be held in the Entered Apprentice degree. All lodge members, current candidates and visiting brethren are welcome. Dinner will be served at 6:00 PM. Cost: $10.00 p/p. RSVP WM Anderson by Feb 19th at 419-392-4686 or flipperjames72@bex.net.

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PHOENIX MASONIC LODGE OFFICERS 2008-2009
WORSHIPFUL MASTER:	Bro. James A. Anderson flipperjames72@bex.net
SENIOR WARDEN:	WB David J. Roper Pro-Tem droper5604@aol.com
JUNIOR WARDEN:	Bro. John M.White jwhite@bex.net
SENIOR DEACON:	Bro. Neil L. Harrison NeilSale@yahoo.com
JUNIOR DEACON:	Bro. Tom Boughey tboughey@msn.com
SECRETARY:	RWB John M. Worcester jackw@amplex.net
ASSOCIATE SECRETARY:	Bro. Steven R. Strickland starman1@toast.net
TREASURER:	WB James A. Foote jafoote@bex.net
TYLER:	Bro. John L. Baker
CHAPLAIN:	WB Gary L. Brown garybrown@bex.net
L.E.O. :	WB Ken J. Herwat qlabs@buckeye-express.com
LODGE AMBASSADOR:	Bro. James L. Quinlivan jimandkathyq@sbcglobal.net

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WHAT IS A MASON?

There are many common characteristics of all Masons:

A Mason professes a belief in God through his individual religious faith. Masons include Christians, Jews, Muslims, etc.
- Although the moral philosophy of Freemasonry is constructed upon religious principles, it is not a religion, nor is it a substitute for religion. However, the foundations of Freemasonry are based upon religious teachings taken from the Holy Bible.
A Mason strives to live a life of responsibility, honor, and ethics, and is a person of good moral character.
A Mason hopes he can make the world a better place through conformity to the fraternal tenets of brotherly love, relief and truth.
A Mason strives to be a good citizen by being true to his country. He seeks to support and maintain the principles of good government.
A Mason sees brotherhood as a form of wisdom and fellowship. He perceives this as a personal relationship in which we owe it to each other to be just in our dealings, and offer assistance and charity to those in need.

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If you are interested in joining Phoenix Masonic Lodge and become part of this ancient and honorable organization of Free and Accepted Masons, please let us know by contacting one of our members, write to the lodge address above, or Email us.

Revised January 23, 2010
All information contained herein is subject to change without notice

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WHAT IS A MASON?

Revised January 23, 2010 All information contained herein is subject to change without notice

Revised January 23, 2010
All information contained herein is subject to change without notice