Welcome to the 25th PMAAI Convention Blog
"Welcome brothers and Sisters to the 25th PMAAI Convention Updates Blog.
Here is where you will find the latest news regarding our Boracay Convention which will be held on November 6-9, 2009.
Start making your plans now, and we'll see you in Boracay 2009."
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PMAAI or the Philippine Masonic Association of America is a federation of various Filipino Masonic organizations in the US. They hold their annual convention at various locations; the last was hosted by the Filipino Travelers of Great Lakes last August 29, 30 and 31, 2008 at Marriot Lincolnshire, Ten Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, Illinois.
This year, it looks like they are holding it outside of the continental US. They even have a special blog to drum up interest. Please visit their blog for more info and be regaled by the YouTube presentations.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Jose Rizal Lodge No 1172: 25th Anniversary
Brethren & all,
Please join me in congratulating the new set of officers of Jose Rizal # 1172 led by Worshipful Master Elect Bro Arvin Repil (Senior DeMolay) and Senior Warden Elect Bro Luis Guillen and Junior Warden Elect Bro Sylvester Almiron.
Today [16 May] is the 25th Anniversary of the constitution of Jose Rizal Lodge # 1172 in the Grand Lodge of New York.
More Power to all Officers and members of Jose Rizal # 1172.
Sincerely & fraternally,
Bro.Edward Usita
Jose Rizal Lodge News
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Congratulations, Worshipful Sir!
More power to you and to Jose Rizal Lodge No. 1172!!
Bro. Sonny Leviste PM
Jacques DeMolay Lodge No. 305, F&AM MWGLP
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Pinoy Masons Worldwide congratulates the officers and members of Jose Rizal Lodge No 1172 of New York City on their 25th Anniversary.
Congratulations as well to the newly elected officers.
Please join me in congratulating the new set of officers of Jose Rizal # 1172 led by Worshipful Master Elect Bro Arvin Repil (Senior DeMolay) and Senior Warden Elect Bro Luis Guillen and Junior Warden Elect Bro Sylvester Almiron.
Today [16 May] is the 25th Anniversary of the constitution of Jose Rizal Lodge # 1172 in the Grand Lodge of New York.
More Power to all Officers and members of Jose Rizal # 1172.
Sincerely & fraternally,
Bro.Edward Usita
Jose Rizal Lodge News
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Congratulations, Worshipful Sir!
More power to you and to Jose Rizal Lodge No. 1172!!
Bro. Sonny Leviste PM
Jacques DeMolay Lodge No. 305, F&AM MWGLP
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Pinoy Masons Worldwide congratulates the officers and members of Jose Rizal Lodge No 1172 of New York City on their 25th Anniversary.
Congratulations as well to the newly elected officers.
Congrats to Bagong Buhay No 17
Mga Kuyang,
Join me in congratulating the recipients of the following awards:
Most Outstanding Lodge of Masonic District IV-A Cavite for MY 2008 : Bagong Buhay Lodge No. 17 F. & A.M. GLP
Most Oustanding Worshipful Master of Masonic District IV-A Cavite for MY 2008 : VW Bro NATHANIEL S. GOLLA PM, DGL, Bagong Buhay Lodge # 17 WM Masonic Year 2008
The awards were conferred during the District Turn-Over Cermonies of Masonic District IV-A Cavite on May 16, 2009 at Primera Luz Filipina Lodge No. 69 F. & A.M. GLP Temple. No less than the Grand Master, MW Bro Peter U. Lim Lo Suy of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of thePhilippines graced the ocassion.
To my mother lodge and her sons-- Congratulations!
To the Master of our lodge who piloted her to safety while rebuilding her along the way. I was a witness last year and I saw how he held on to that steering wheel like a real captain of an old galleon ship, gripping it so tight until his hands were numbed. But young as he was then, he never let go, thus our famous mantra in Bagong Buhay; "this too shall pass"; and he did steer us to the right direction. Congratulations Kuyang Nathz! May your tribe continue to increase.
On the level,
Brother Sernan Donacao
Bagong Buhay Lodge 17 MWGLP
Join me in congratulating the recipients of the following awards:
Most Outstanding Lodge of Masonic District IV-A Cavite for MY 2008 : Bagong Buhay Lodge No. 17 F. & A.M. GLP
Most Oustanding Worshipful Master of Masonic District IV-A Cavite for MY 2008 : VW Bro NATHANIEL S. GOLLA PM, DGL, Bagong Buhay Lodge # 17 WM Masonic Year 2008
The awards were conferred during the District Turn-Over Cermonies of Masonic District IV-A Cavite on May 16, 2009 at Primera Luz Filipina Lodge No. 69 F. & A.M. GLP Temple. No less than the Grand Master, MW Bro Peter U. Lim Lo Suy of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of thePhilippines graced the ocassion.
To my mother lodge and her sons-- Congratulations!
To the Master of our lodge who piloted her to safety while rebuilding her along the way. I was a witness last year and I saw how he held on to that steering wheel like a real captain of an old galleon ship, gripping it so tight until his hands were numbed. But young as he was then, he never let go, thus our famous mantra in Bagong Buhay; "this too shall pass"; and he did steer us to the right direction. Congratulations Kuyang Nathz! May your tribe continue to increase.
On the level,
Brother Sernan Donacao
Bagong Buhay Lodge 17 MWGLP
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Huli man daw at magaling...Huli pa din...late na naman ako sa pagbati, ang bilis ng balita!
But this will not prevent me in congratulating our VW Dominador V. R. Eugenio, District Deputy Grand Master, Masonic District Region IV-A for 2009-2010; and all the recipient of awards during the District Turnover held at Primera Luz Filipina Lodge #69 Kawit Cavite last May 16, 2009.
Present during the occasion is no less than the Grand Master of Masons of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of thePhilippines: MW Bro Peter U. Lim LoSuy.
All for One...One for All.
Likewise, congratulations to our outgoing District Deputy Grand Master VW Bro Erwin Punzalan for his undying support and unselfish contribution to the Brotherhood during his term.
Our very own VW Bro Nathaniel S. Golla Sr. (now DGL) as the Most Outstanding Worshipful Master and Bagong Buhay Lodge #17 as the Most Outstanding Lodge for 2008. Para kang si Pacman pinakyaw mo lahat.
To the brethren whichsoever dispersed to remember and consider this memorable occasion as part of Masonic history of Region IV-A Cavite
Once Again... Congrats sa inyo!!!
If we hold on together I know our dreams will never die...
Julito Z. Bernales
Bagong Buhay Lodge #17
Dasmarinas Lodge #346
Honorary Member: La Naval Lodge #269
St. Augustine Lodge #300
Location: GMA, Cavite
Friday, May 15, 2009
Coronado Lodge Annual Golf Tourney: 6 June
Brethren,
You are all invited to Coronado Lodge Annual Golf Tournament and Fund Raiser.
In Coronado Lodge tradition, the goal "we have in view" is to have a goodtime while helping a good cause.
We are also seeking sponsorship for prizes and donations. Please call the numbers [in the flier] below for more information.
Shoot them long and straight, and drop those putts!
Individual Stroke Play Prizes for overall low gross & low net and Flights A, B, C, and D (Peoria).
Exciting Raffle Prizes!
Please make checks payable to: Coronado Lodge No. 441.
For reservations: Cesar Betita: (619) 549-0386 ; Manolito Ramirez: (619) 315-3394; Edgar Faralan: (619) 279-9291; or Minnie Algas: (858) 335-2181.
Fraternally,
Bro Carlos "Caloy" D. Buzon II
BB 17
Coronado 441
President/CEO
Integrity Management Enterprises
2952 Market St, Pizarro Bldg
San Diego, CA 92102
(619)234-5018
(619)234-2629 (fax)
(619)459-1188 (mobile)
http://www.integritymgmt.com/
You are all invited to Coronado Lodge Annual Golf Tournament and Fund Raiser.
In Coronado Lodge tradition, the goal "we have in view" is to have a goodtime while helping a good cause.
We are also seeking sponsorship for prizes and donations. Please call the numbers [in the flier] below for more information.
Shoot them long and straight, and drop those putts!
ANNUAL FUND-RAISING GOLF TOURNAMENT
June 6, 2009 (Saturday)
Admiral Baker Golf Course - South
Admiral Baker Road, San Diego, CA 92021 - (619) 556-5521
CHECK-IN TIME: 6:30 AM (0630)
SHOTGUN START: 7:30 AM (0730)
COST: $80 Includes green fee, golf cart, snacks,and lunch buffet after the game.
Individual Stroke Play Prizes for overall low gross & low net and Flights A, B, C, and D (Peoria).
Exciting Raffle Prizes!
Please make checks payable to: Coronado Lodge No. 441.
For reservations: Cesar Betita: (619) 549-0386 ; Manolito Ramirez: (619) 315-3394; Edgar Faralan: (619) 279-9291; or Minnie Algas: (858) 335-2181.
Fraternally,
Bro Carlos "Caloy" D. Buzon II
BB 17
Coronado 441
President/CEO
Integrity Management Enterprises
2952 Market St, Pizarro Bldg
San Diego, CA 92102
(619)234-5018
(619)234-2629 (fax)
(619)459-1188 (mobile)
http://www.integritymgmt.com/
Lodge Balmain Celebrates 150th Founding: 16 May
Lodge Balmain No 23 [UGL NSW & ACT*] will be celebrating it’s 150th founding this Saturday, 16 May at a reconsecration ceremony and banquet at Laurelbank Masonic Centre [87 Penshurst St Willoughby NSW 2068] starting at 4:00 PM.
As one of the oldest lodges in the jurisdiction, Lodge Balmain has its share of other lodges that amalgated with it; like Lodge Waratah-Pacific, which also amalgated with Lodge Pacific and Lodge Biloela in the recent past.
According to a news item by Eleanor Pearson in the Cumberland Courier,
"The lodge was founded by a shipwright at Balmain in 1859 when sailing was the only way to cross the Pacific.
About 40 sea captains have been members and even now membership includes a shipwright and navy personnel.
When the lodge meets each month members toast their seafaring forbears, ring a bell from an old ship, Westralia, and sing a seafaring ditty."
Filipino members of this lodge are VWBro Vergel Valderamma, WBro Bobby Briones, WBro Romy Nieto and WB Nep Reyes.
The Pinoy Masons Worldwide congratulates the officers and members of Lodge Balmain No 23 on this momentous occasion; especially members with Filipino heritage.
[* United Grand Lodge of New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory based in Sydney].
As one of the oldest lodges in the jurisdiction, Lodge Balmain has its share of other lodges that amalgated with it; like Lodge Waratah-Pacific, which also amalgated with Lodge Pacific and Lodge Biloela in the recent past.
According to a news item by Eleanor Pearson in the Cumberland Courier,
"The lodge was founded by a shipwright at Balmain in 1859 when sailing was the only way to cross the Pacific.
About 40 sea captains have been members and even now membership includes a shipwright and navy personnel.
When the lodge meets each month members toast their seafaring forbears, ring a bell from an old ship, Westralia, and sing a seafaring ditty."
Filipino members of this lodge are VWBro Vergel Valderamma, WBro Bobby Briones, WBro Romy Nieto and WB Nep Reyes.
The Pinoy Masons Worldwide congratulates the officers and members of Lodge Balmain No 23 on this momentous occasion; especially members with Filipino heritage.
[* United Grand Lodge of New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory based in Sydney].
Thursday, May 14, 2009
3rd Magdiwang Shootfest: 31 May
Dear Brethren,
The officers and brethren of Magdiwang Lodge No. 238, under the jurisdiction of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the Philippines is inviting you to participate & join in their "3rd Magdiwang Lodge No. 238 Shooting Competition"
This event is going to be held on May 31, 2009 at the RAL Firing Range, Barangay Manggahan, Gen Trias, Cavite. It shall consist of four (4) challenging stages and/or courses and the match fee is Php 600.00 (for masons, non-masons, & civilians) and Php 500.00 (for Lawmen/AFP/PNP),which includes lunch. There will be more than 25 awards to be won in the competition.
We are looking forward to your participation in this endeavour to bring us all closer together. For more details, kindly coordinate with Bro. Kenneth M Lopez, Match Director at Cell N0. 0927-440-4805. Thank you Brethren and hope to see you there.
Fraternally,
Noel Padilla
Magdiwang Lodge No. 238
Taguig City
The officers and brethren of Magdiwang Lodge No. 238, under the jurisdiction of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the Philippines is inviting you to participate & join in their "3rd Magdiwang Lodge No. 238 Shooting Competition"
This event is going to be held on May 31, 2009 at the RAL Firing Range, Barangay Manggahan, Gen Trias, Cavite. It shall consist of four (4) challenging stages and/or courses and the match fee is Php 600.00 (for masons, non-masons, & civilians) and Php 500.00 (for Lawmen/AFP/PNP),which includes lunch. There will be more than 25 awards to be won in the competition.
We are looking forward to your participation in this endeavour to bring us all closer together. For more details, kindly coordinate with Bro. Kenneth M Lopez, Match Director at Cell N0. 0927-440-4805. Thank you Brethren and hope to see you there.
Fraternally,
Noel Padilla
Magdiwang Lodge No. 238
Taguig City
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Talavera Lodge Thank Baliuag Lodge: Medical Mission
The brethren of Talavera Lodge 273 headed by the 3 incumbent lights would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the officers and members of Baliuag Lodge No. 301 as represented by their petitioner Dr. Sherwin Plamenco who extended his professional services in support of Talavera Lodge 273's community outreach medical and circumcision mission held at Brgy. San Isidro, Zaragosa, Nueva Ecija last May 11, 2009.
Dr. Sherwin Plamenco, an opthalmologist consultant of the PJ Garcia Memorial Research and Medical Center provided his professional consultation services and medicines for free to about 50 indigent patients who sought opthalmology consultation and were really grateful of the medical mission spearheaded by our lodge. Unfortunately due to time constraints, the remaining patients will be pick-up and transported to Talavera on May 23, 2009 for our second Medical Mission.
To our worthy brethren of Baliuag Lodge 301, maraming-maraming salamat po and we are all convinced that Dr. Plamenco will be an asset to our ancient craft.
Bro. Ian Carganillo
Talavera Lodge 273
Masonic District R3 D
MW GLP
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"I do solemnly promise and swear with a fixed steady purpose that I will never exploit a brother's brotherly love and relief unless Ii am really in distress"
Dr. Sherwin Plamenco, an opthalmologist consultant of the PJ Garcia Memorial Research and Medical Center provided his professional consultation services and medicines for free to about 50 indigent patients who sought opthalmology consultation and were really grateful of the medical mission spearheaded by our lodge. Unfortunately due to time constraints, the remaining patients will be pick-up and transported to Talavera on May 23, 2009 for our second Medical Mission.
To our worthy brethren of Baliuag Lodge 301, maraming-maraming salamat po and we are all convinced that Dr. Plamenco will be an asset to our ancient craft.
Bro. Ian Carganillo
Talavera Lodge 273
Masonic District R3 D
MW GLP
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"I do solemnly promise and swear with a fixed steady purpose that I will never exploit a brother's brotherly love and relief unless Ii am really in distress"
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