The Quarry Observer

Cayce Masonic Lodge #384 A.F.M

Monday, April 1^st  – Business Meeting

Friday, April 19^th – Friends and Family night Covered Dish/Potluck 6:30pm all welcome!

Greetings from the East,

I hope this finds each of you doing well. Remember to keep those on our prayer list in your thoughts and prayers. Please help us keep this list up to date by letting us know of any that need to be added.

At our March meeting we received a report on our pancake breakfast. Thank you to all who helped to make this so successful. We agreed to support the local Rainbow Girls by purchasing an ad in their Program. We voted to use some of the pancake profits to purchase a floor cleaning machine. Our dining room floors are in dire need of refinishing and this will be a great help in getting this accomplished.

We have managed to capture 3 sister lodges kitchen flags. Our goal is to capture all 7 (8 with our own) district flags. We will be visiting a different lodge every Thursday this month. If you would like to participate simply let me know. We would love to have you go with us. These visits are a great way to get out and meet and fellowship with Masons all over the district.

Looking out past this month, our covered dish get together will be Friday evening April 19th starting at 6:30PM. Grand Lodge will be on April 24th and 25th in Charleston SC. Consider attending either or both of these events.

Your officers are steady working to increase participation and opportunities inside and outside the lodge. If you have any ideas or suggestions to make our lodge friendlier or more enjoyable please pass them on to us. Any of us can sit back and think of how “they” should do something different but how many of us come out, speak up and offer suggestions to improve things? I challenge each of you to step up and help us to make Cayce Lodge better.

Until next time, may God bless and keep each of us.

Fraternally,

Mark Pridgen, PM, WM     

Greetings from the West!

Spring has almost sprung, and our beloved yellow confetti will soon be dusting our vehicles with a sprinkle of joy!

We are thrilled to announce a Family and Friends event scheduled for April 19th. This gathering is a wonderful occasion for members, along with their friends and family, to enjoy each other's company, partake in delectable cuisine, and unwind in the welcoming atmosphere of Cayce Lodge. Your presence would add immeasurable value to the event, and we encourage you to join us for what promises to be a memorable day.

For those who have not visited Cayce Lodge recently, we extend a warm invitation to our next business meeting on April 1st. The evening will commence with dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by the meeting at 7:30 PM. This is an excellent opportunity to reconnect with the Lodge, get involved, and contribute to our shared goals. Should you be interested in participating or wish to learn more about how you can make a difference, please do not hesitate to contact our officers.

This fall, Cayce Lodge is excited to venture into the realm of esports by hosting our first esports tournament. Esports, or competitive gaming, offers both solo and team-based challenges. Our first tournament will feature 1-on-1 competitions, with the victor receiving a championship belt, and additional prizes for runners-up. Accompanied by food and a potential raffle, this event is a fantastic way to engage with the wider community and showcase the vibrant spirit of Cayce Lodge.

Volunteers play a crucial role in the success of our events, and we invite you to contribute your time and skills, regardless of your familiarity with esports. For more information on volunteering or if you can lend equipment such as TVs, gaming consoles, or projectors, please contact me directly at dbe83@outlook.com.

As we approach Easter on March 31st, let us come together to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ. This sacred time serves as a reminder to embody His teachings of love, kindness, and compassion towards all.

We look forward to sharing these upcoming moments with you. Your participation and support are the cornerstone of our community's strength and vibrancy.

Warmest regards,

Dustan Eberhardt, SW                  

Greetings from the South,

As the new month comes into fold, Spring will soon be here. Which means a new season is coming, new beginnings, and Cayce 384 is excited about some upcoming events.

April 19th is our family and friends night at the lodge starting at 6:00 pm, come out and visit your lodge we would love to see you.

We’re on a mission to capture every kitchen flag in the district. Your officers are excited about this year. We would love for you to come and visit us at our stated meeting if you can.

Until the next time we meet. God Bless each one of you. And know you are always in our prayers.

Fraternally,

John Howell, PM, JW                   

A Short History of the 8th Masonic District

Prior to 1953 the Masonic jurisdiction of South Carolina was divided into 25 districts. At this time Oliver #133, Lexington #152, Sinclair #154, Elmore #288 and Gaston #382 were situated in the Sixth District along with many other lodges throughout Aiken, Fairfield, Richland, and Saluda Counties. Batesburg-Leesville #138 was located within the Seventh district during this time. The District Deputy Grand Masters assigned to these mentioned districts were Right Worshipful George C. Nauful of Earlewood #371 of the Sixth District and Right Worshipful David L. Alexander of Albert Pike #174 of the Seventh District.

In 1953 five more districts were added by Most Worshipful John I. Smith with a reorganization of districts. When this task was completed, the previous mentioned lodges found themselves in the 8th District along with Pine Grove # 125, Izlar # 177 and Dantzler #318 all from Calhoun County with Cayce #384 from Lexington County, a brand new lodge making its entrance into Masonry.

For the next thirteen years the Eight District stayed stable. But then in 1966 Most Worshipful R. Lewis Smith decided to “redistrict” Pine Grove #125, Izlar #177, and Dantzler #318 to the Seventh District.

Then in only three short years another change took place with the addition of Springdale #412 in 1969. This now gave a total of eight (8) lodges within the Eighth Masonic District. Since that time, no other changes have taken place in the district.

PRAYER LIST:

All the Troops, the Police and Firefighters, First Responders and all others who help protect and serve us, also all the Doctors and Nurses and others on the front lines.

Prayers for our Grand Lodge of SC, AFM

Julian Bevel & family (father-in-law)

Linda Birchfield (Masonic Widow)

Scott Chattin & family (son’s health)

Dell Coleman’s sister-in-law (Earline Goosie)

A.G. Dantzler

Michael Dembitsky (back surgery)

MWB David DeChant’s wife

Mac Graham & his wife

Howard Griffith

Bernice Grigsby (Masonic Widow)

Tom Halcum

Larry Harris, PM

Wor. Bro. Jeff Hutchison

Wor. Bro. Travis Mann & family

Brother Richard Merritt & wife (Brenda)

Bro. Loy Miller’s wife (Claudette)

Wor. Bro. Derek Montrose

Brother Nate Meyers (health)

Betty Price  (Masonic Widow)

Don Roberts and his wife

RWB Ed Smith’s wife (Terri)

Pat Swittenberg (Masonic Widow)

Clayton Thornton (Wayne Wright family)

Please help us keep this list updated by contacting the Lodge; any officer or brother; or by e-mail:

caycemasoniclodge384@gmail.com