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FROM COMMANDERY No. 2

Sir Knights,

October is a bittersweet month. Here in the Sacramento Valley, we welcome the cooling weather as we wave goodbye to the triple-digit summer. We can finally enjoy a cool evening breeze on the patio, watch the sunrise, and not have to blast our air conditioning units.

The bittersweet aspect comes with the reminder that on October 13, 1307, King Phillip IV of France had all the Templars arrested. This would be the beginning of the end of the magnanimous order, with the final nail in the coffin being the death of Grand Master Jacques de Molay in March of 1314. Friday the 13th is often accredited to being an unlucky date 717 years later due to the events that happened that day.

In the month that we remember those who have gone before us, may we remember the Templars who went to the Celestial Lodge before us. This includes those who lived centuries before and those who lived in the not-so-distant past. During the pandemic, we lost some long-time members of Sacramento Commandery No. 2.

Take a moment this month to remember your fellow Sir Knights who you used to see in the Commandery.

I wish each and every one of you a happy and safe Halloween. It is my favorite holiday.

Fraternally,

Andrew Grajeda

Commander

FROM COUNCIL No. 1

Companions,

The year is coming to an end, and as I look back on what we accomplished, I wish we had gotten the “Companion Adept of The Temple” program up and running.

It is not too late to enroll. The Sovereign College is back, and they are taking orders. When we get enough Companions signed and doing the lessons, we can start a study group to review the lessons at the Saturday breakfasts.

This is a great program to study and learn the history of all of the Yorke Rite degrees. There are eight books for the program. They can be bought as hard copies or downloaded for free. If you have any questions, please let me know.

On Saturday the 12th, Companion Jairo Gomez introduced a new idea of forming a “York Rite Degree Team” to help Blue Lodges put on their Second Degrees.

This will give us a presence at different Blue Lodges. The team will wear either Red, Purple, or Blue Blazers and will be given a chance to explain the York Rite Body of each color of blazer that is present.

This is an excellent way to spread knowledge of the York
Rite. Grand York Rite has been talking about this for a while. Let’s see if we can be the ones to make it happen. So please think about how you can help.

We are starting a program of York Rite Ambassadors to keep the Blue Lodges informed of the York Rite. Please consider being a York Rite Ambassador for your Lodge. This is a small way to help our beloved Rite.

Sincerely,

Dave Cobb

Illustrious Master

FROM CHAPTER No. 3

Greetings Companions,

I hope this communication finds all of you in good health and spirits.

The fall season is upon us, and the trees are beginning to change their colors. This is one of the most beautiful seasons we are able to enjoy. If you are interested in seeing some of our high Sierra beauty, I encourage you to take a ride over Carson Pass to see the Aspen trees. They are absolutely breathtaking.

On September 21st, I had the pleasure of assisting the Sacramento - Sierra York Rite Association with the Mark Master and Past Master degrees at the Sutter Creek Masonic Temple.

The ritual work was outstanding and although there were only two candidates, they were honored to have PIGM Bob Whitfield, PGHP Tony Yuson & Most Excellent Grand High Priest David Sokol participate in their degrees.

Last month, in the newsletter, I wrote about the current fire alarm control panel situation and required 24/7 fire watch at the Sacramento Masonic Temple.

We are currently navigating the dollar amounts:

**The project estimate of $36,748.88 and a contingency of $15,000.

**A 31-day retainer for a 24-hour fire watch totaling $26,040, as required by the Fire Marshal.

**Past due and current bills totaling $20,000.00.

Sacramento RAM Chapter #3 holds shares representing 13.06% ownership.

The Hall Association has asked us to pay portions of these bills according to our percentage of ownership. Therefore, our total based on 13.06% ownership is $12,771.22.

Our Chapter does not have the necessary funds to cover this payment. We are currently exploring some options to meet this financial obligation in lieu of forfeiting any shares.

Companions, if you are able, I am asking you to donate on a monthly or annual basis to assist our Chapter in this financial matter.

It is imperative that Sacramento RAM Chapter #3 seek avenues to raise funds this next year to meet upcoming financial obligations. If you have any suggestions or ideas, we welcome your input.

Our next regularly scheduled Stated Convocation is on December 14h at 9:00 AM.

Please make every effort to attend and support the Officers who have made the commitment to serve. In the words of Sam Jaber, “You’ll be glad you did.”

Fraternally,

Eric Johnson

High Priest

REGULAR MEETINGS

NOVEMBER

Saturday, 11/09/2024

1123 J Street

08:15 AM

Fellowship and Masonic Education Breakfast

09:00 AM

Council No. 1 of Cryptic Masons

Stated Assembly

10:00 AM

Commandery No. 2 of Knights Templar

Stated Conclave

DECEMBER

Saturday, 12/14/2024

1123 J Street

08:15 AM

Fellowship and Masonic Education Breakfast

09:00 AM

Chapter No. 3 of Royal Arch Masons

Stated Convocation

10:00 AM

Commandery No. 2 of Knights Templar

Stated Conclave

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NOTICE

From the Secretary / Recorder Desk

Have you paid your 2025 dues?

If your dues cards do NOT read "member in good standing ... through December 31, 2025", then you have fallen behind, and now would be a good time to catch up.

Please contact your Secretary/Recorder at Joe@JosephDongo.com or make a payment at https://www.sacramentoyorkrite.org/dues

Sincerely and fraternally,

Joseph K. Dongo, KYCH
Secretary / Recorder