This month we had a spirited Stated meeting as usual, with the high point being that we voted to make Matt our newest Entered Apprentice! We plan to hold his degree later this month. Other than that, we gave updates on our charity efforts, as well as our efforts to work on our clubhouse space, and our first meeting of the WM’s book club!
Welcome to Friendship Masonic Lodge No. 160
A Masonic Lodge in North Portland, Oregon.
A Guiding Light
What is Freemasonry? To many of its members, Freemasonry is a guiding light to those who wish to improve themselves — better fathers, better husbands, brothers, and ultimately, better members of society. Its principles and ceremonies inculcate the importance of introspection and manifestation of personal improvement to the world at large.
It’s also a haven for long-lasting and meaningful friendships among those who might otherwise have remained at a distance.
In short, it’s an organization that fosters fraternity, encourages personal improvement, and provides meaningful experiences.
For the Modern Gentleman
Freemasonry has attracted men from many walks of life; those who not only have a sincere wish to be serviceable to society, but also to be a cut above the typical man and be part of the times. It is a haven for the modern gentleman to learn about the ways of the world.
If this sounds like something you’re interested in pursuing, then we invite you to learn more.
Latest News from the Lodge
Our Worshipful Brother Schuman was visiting from Montana, so we decided to celebrate with an impromptu Chicken Lodge! Chicken Lodge is a Friendship tradition going back a decade now where we usually hold an Officer’s Meeting over a dinner of Chicken and Waffles. Seeing as how we were celebrating our Brother from Montana being in town, there was very little business discussed, but much chicken was eaten!
We had a great Stated Meeting last night as usual. What was delightfully unusual was the number of guests and returning members that we had! One Brother visited from especially far away, with Bro Leo joining us all the way from Montana. He brought with him a pin with a sapphire (the state gem of Montana) to present to our WM.
We also memorialized a Past Master of the lodge, Mike Watson, who unfortunately passed away recently. We were joined by his son, and several Friendship members who came to share fond memories of our passed Brother as well as celebrate his life.
For Visiting Brethren
Friendship Masonic Lodge meets at 8130 N. Denver Avenue in Portland. Its stated meeting is on the first Wednesday of each month.
Dinner is served at 6:30 PM followed by lodge opening at 7:30 PM.
The lodge also hosts a light gathering for libations and lively conversations after lodge, usually by 9:00 PM.
Recommended attire is suit and tie.
Interested in Joining?
To be considered for membership at Friendship Masonic Lodge No. 160, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be able to support yourself and your dependents (if any)
- Have a belief in a Supreme Being
- Not have a felony record
Secretary’s Corner
See What Friendship Can Do In 24 Hours
With the vicissitudes of winter upon us it was absolutely time to get our relief to area shelters. And despite the core leadership of the Lodge being out of state, despite key elements of our project lost in transit, and despite having fewer than 24 hours to complete 450+ kits, Friendship persevered.