Kirknewton and Ratho 85, supports Kirknewton and Ratho Communities during the Covid pandemic7/11/2021 Throughout the pandemic the Master Bro Colin Grieve and the brethren of Lodge Kirknewton and Ratho 85 made numerous donations to the communities of the villages of Kirknewton and Ratho. The recipients who coordinated the final deliveries were: Debbie from the Kirknewton Development Green Room project and Amy with Gavin Menzies of the Ratho Food Parcels group. Both recipient groups were absolutely delighted with the support from the masons and both said there is a steady demand for support to a number of local families especially during the Covid19 pandemic. Many, many families in need, will benefit from this most generous initiative. The Master also records a big thank you too, to the many Lodge members for personally funding this community exercise in a time of uncertainty and need.
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During the lockdown it was pleasing to receive a message to our website advising that a member of the public has come across three historic record books belonging to Lodge Kirknewton and Ratho 85. Bro Bullions, Secretary, contacted the gentleman thanking him very much for bringing this to our attention and that if he posted them we would gladly refund the cost. However, it quickly became apparent that these were very heavy large books and a pallet may have been required to have them couriered, notwithstanding the cost. As the lockdown traveling restrictions began to ease, Bro Potter PM volunteered to drive to Milton Bridge and uplifted the books. The books turned out to be petition books covering 1895 to 1963 and despite their age, were in good condition throughout and thus restoring the significantly historic and valuable records back into the Lodge's possession.
RWM and brethren concluded at last weeks discussion, now that permission to resume meetings from immediate effect has been issued by the Grand Lodge of Scotland (11th August), that the Lodge Kirknewton and Ratho 85 meetings will resume with a general committee meeting in September 2021. That's very good news and the RWM is looking forward to welcoming you all back into the lodge once again.
As I am certain you are well aware, the priority is to make as sure that all our members and visitors are as safe as possible from the Covid19 virus and under the current Scottish Government and GLoS guidelines, there are certain protocols that must be observed which are summarised in the documents on this website and are subject to change as the Scottish Government and GLoS guidelines change in due course. In preparation the brethren have put in place a fogging unit and trained the hall keeper in its use after each meeting. Automatic hand sanitisers have been installed at the main door, toilets and the entrance to the lodge room, as well as portable hand sanitisers at the kitchen and bar serveries. The Lodge has been registered with Scottish Government Track-n-Trace and a QR code for scanning by smart phone is available throughout the building. Spare PPE has also been put in stock, should anyone require it. A risk assessment on the premises has been carried out and signed off by the Master. This will be updated by the Secretary and approved by the Master as the Scottish Government guidelines (https://www.gov.scot/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-staying-safe-and-protecting-others/) or Coronavirus legislation varies going forward. Most recent RA is version 4 dated 1st Sept 2021. Unfortunately Due to the severe nature of the current global pandemic Our Lodge meetings have been temporarily Postponed until Further Notice by The Provincial Grand Lodge of Linlithgowshire.
please see link below for current advice and guidelines set by the Uk Government https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19 https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-the-public Our RWM Bro. Mark Nevin had the pleasure of presenting Bro. James Ellis Past Master of Lodge Hope Bridge Castle no 827 with honorary membership into our Lodge. Bro. Ellis PM has for many years supported our Lodge and for those who have attended would have witnessed his contributions to our burns suppers over the years. Aswell as being a great supporter to our Lodge Bro. Ellis PM is also the current Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master of Linlithgowshire and does an incredible amount of work for all the daughter lodges in the Province.
On the evening of receiving Honorary Membership Bro. Ellis PM was supported by a large deputation from his mother lodge headed by RWM Bro. James Morrow RWM Bro. Mark Nevin along with Bro. Bob Potter PM and Bro. David Watt PM presenting a cheque for £600.00 on behalf of the Lodge To Mr David Mieras ( Chairman ) and M/s Carole McLennan ( director) for The Seagulls Trust Cruises, a local charity based in Ratho.
The Seagull Trust was founded in 1978 to provide cruises for disabled people of all ages, across Scotland. In 2007, the Trust became known as Seagull Trust Cruises with a goal of extending its work across Scotland, to provide cruises to people with special needs. www.seagulltrust.org.uk Bro. Bob Potter PM and Bro. David Watt PM are both volunteers for The Seagulls Trust Immediate Past Master Brother Kenny McMaster went along to The Western General Hospital in Edinburgh to present a cheque of £425.00 to Dr Lesley Stark for Bowel and Cancer Research on behalf of the brethren of Lodge Kirknewton and Ratho no 85.
Our RWM Presenting a cheque on behalf of Lodge Kirknewton and Ratho no 85 for £500.00 to the local charity 'Kids Love Clothes' who do fantastic work in our local communities supporting struggling families with young children
www.kidsloveclothes.co.uk On the evening of Friday 30th November 2018 the masters of Lodge Kirknewton and Ratho no 85 Bro Mark Nevin, Lodge Kirkliston Maitland no 482 Bro Gordon Yeoman and Lodge St Margaret no 548 worked the 'RATHKIRKFERRY' degree. A second degree conferred on Bro Euan Campbell of Lodge Kirkliston Maitland no 482. It is the first time the degree has been carried out since 1990 when it was last held by Lodge Kirkliston Maitland no 482, Bro John Anderson RWM 548 being the candidate on that evening. It was a very historical evening for all 3 lodges cementing the already close ties of the 3 lodges together. Both Bro Gordon Yeoman and Bro John Anderson are honorary members of Lodge Kirknewton and Rath no 85 which made the evening that little more special. We received deputations from Lodge Kirkliston Maitland no 482, Lodge St Margaret no548, Lodge Tay and Lyon no 276, Lodge St Andrews Livingston Station no 1587 and the Provincial Grand Lodge of Linlithgowshire. A cheque was presented to the lodge by RWM of Lodge Tay and Lyon no 276 Bro Mike Carry for the Sum of £276.00 to show their gratitude to RWM Bro Mark Nevin for helping them update their Past Masters Board at very short notice for their bi-centenary celebrations. ST ANDREWS DAY HARMONY At the conclusion of the meeting the brethren were treated to a lovely bowl of Scotch Broth kindly made by Mrs Margret Ann Potter, wife of Past Master Bro Bob Potter. Everyone was then thoroughly entertained by our talented list of artists with their Scottish Harmony Coordinated by stand Director of Music, Past Master Bro Bob Scott . On Friday 9th November we had the pleasure of welcoming a fantastic delegation from several lodges in Germany. The most senior brother of the delegation is Bro. Dr. Michael Ammen, RWM Wilhelm zum silbernen Anker, No.454 in Wilhelmshaven. The brethren were entertained by the office bearers Initiating one gentleman into the mysteries and privileges of Ancient Freemasonry. Followed by some of our famous hospitality at our Harmony Board.
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