What an outstanding year 2008 was. I extend a heartfelt thank you to
Past Master Bobby Ainsworth for the dedication and leadership with which he guided
Akdar Lodge during 2008. Brother Ainsworth’s genuine and sincere efforts made for
a fun and memorial Masonic experience for me and all the brothers of Akdar Lodge.
Congratulations on a job well done!
In 2008 the brethren of Akdar lodge gained many achievements; Eighteen
Master Masons were raised, three Lodge members received ‘C’ cards, two members conferred
Degrees for the first time and many brothers worked hard to fill Stations and Places
where needed. As a group, your Degree Work is exemplary. As individuals, your dedication
is impressive. Keep up the good work.
With becoming zeal, I look forward to 2009 and beyond. It is my desire
in the coming year to promote knowledge and understanding of our great fraternity
by instituting quarterly Masonic Education events, increase fellowship opportunities
with brethren, loved ones and neighbors by holding a Family and Friends Nights and
encourage a more active benevolence by hosting a Community Banquet to support local
charities. Our Masonic Charge instructs us to put to practice the excellent principles
inculcated by our Fraternity. Let us work together to that end.
Akdar Lodge is blessed to have within its ranks many men of knowledge
and character. I offer a special thank you to Brothers Art, Gary and Floyd for the
guidance and experience they bring to our Lodge Training sessions. Ralph Waldo Emerson
wrote “Be an opener of doors for such as come after
thee.” It is my desire to one day be as helpful and inspiring as my Masonic
teachers have been to me.
Akdar Masonic Lodge has a bright future! Please join with us and be
a part of something great.
Fraternally,
Barry Wickett, W.M.
Akdar Masonic Lodge #555