Charles and Emiko Technology Center Cornerstone at the MESHC
What a wonderful afternoon at the Masonic Eastern Star Home for Children! On August 7th, we enjoyed the Achievement Day program and then were pleased to lay the cornerstone of the new Charles and Emiko Technology Center! This beautiful new facility will greatly benefit the children at the home as they work on projects and learn valuable new skills.
The cornerstone of the new Charles and Emiko Technology Center.MWB John Ferguson presented an award after hearing about all of the accolades earned at the fairs.Grand Lodge Officers with the cornerstone.WB Robert Rhodes, a long-time dedicated board member, requested the cornerstone to be laid.Around 150 people attended the ceremony!MWB Ferguson directed MWBs Jim Carlton (Grand Secretary) and Patrick Barger (Grand Custodian) to deposit the items in the capsule.The working tools were presented to the officers.MWB Ferguson spreading the cement.WB Ron Giesselmann, Executive Director of the MESHC spreads the cement.RWB John Herbolsheimer, Deputy Grand Master, explains the use of the square. It teaches us to square our actions by the square of virtue.WB Jeff Buhrman, Grand Junior Deacon, explains the use of the level, which teaches equality.RWB Kevin Scheele, Grand Junior Warden, explains the use of the plumb, which teaches rectitude of conduct.RWB Kevin Scheele scatters corn as an emblem of plenty.WB Jeff Buhrman pours wine as an emblem of joy and gladness.RWB John Herbolsheimer pours oil as an emblem of peace.Having laid the cornerstone, MWB Ferguson returned the working tools to WB Ron Giesselmann.WB Ron Nielsen, Grand Marshal, made proclamations that the cornerstone was laid.WB Mohan Krishna, Grand Orator, delivered the oration.WB Jim Cope, Personal Representative of the Grand Master, delivered the benediction.Grand Lodge Officers and members of the MESHC board.
Sidney Pole Creek Estates Cornerstone
On August 2nd, MWB John Ferguson and Grand Lodge Officers laid the cornerstone at Pole Creek Estates for the Sidney Hospital. It was definitely a hot day, but all involved enjoyed the ceremony together.
The cornerstone.Grand Lodge Officers pose with the cornerstone.MWB John Ferguson welcomed community members.Grand Lodge Officers.Local Scouts BSA members attended the ceremony and assisted with presenting the colors.MWB Ferguson instructs MWBs Jim Carlton (Grand Secretary) and Patrick Barger (Grand Custodian) to deposit the capsule.Local Job’s Daughters decorated the cornerstone.WB Mohan Krishna, Grand Orator, delivered the oration.Masonic family posed with the cornerstone.
Beatrice Elementary School Cornerstone
Beatrice Elementary School was the second cornerstone Grand Lodge Officers laid on Saturday, July 27.
The cornerstone for Beatrice Elementary School.Grand Lodge Officers pose with the cornerstone.Nebraska York Rite’s members of the Knights Templar provided the arch of steel for the ceremony.Beatrice superintendent Jason Alexander welcomed the crowd and requested the cornerstone be laid.VWB Sean Sutherland, Grand Chaplain, delivered the invocation.MWBs Jim Carlton (Grand Secretary) and Patrick Barger (Grand Custodian) noted the items to be contained within the capsule.MWB Ferguson spreads the cement.Beatrice Elementary administration also spread the cement on the cornerstone.RWB Kevin Scheele, Grand Junior Warden, explains the use of the plumb.WB Jeff Buhrman, Grand Junior Deacon, explains the level.WB Eric BenSalah, Grand Senior Deacon, explains the square.Local Beatrice Lodge members, York Rite members, and Grand Lodge Officers with the cornerstone.Beatrice Elementary administrators and Grand Lodge Officers with the cornerstone.
Pawnee City Cornerstone Building Cornerstone
Grand Lodge Officers were pleased to assist Grand Master John Ferguson in laying the cornerstone of the community building in Pawnee City on July 27th! This was the first of two cornerstones that the Officers laid that day. Congratulations to the community of Pawnee City!
The cornerstone.MWB John Ferguson enters under the arch of steel provided by the Nebraska York Rite members.MWB Ferguson invited the mayor to address the gathering.MWBs Jim Carlton and Patrick Barger, Grand Secretary and Grand Custodian, presented the items for the time capsule.WB Eric BenSalah, Grand Senior Deacon, squares the cornerstone.WB Jeff Buhrman, Grand Junior Deacon, explains the level.RWB Kevin Scheele, Grand Junior Warden, explains the use of the plumb.RWB Scheele ensures the cornerstone is plumb.MWB Ferguson and community members spread the cement.WB Mohan Krishna, Grand Orator, delivers the oration.Grand Lodge Officers with the cornerstone.Grand Lodge Officers, York Rite members, and community officials gathered for a photo with the cornerstone.
Rob Morris Lodge No. 46 Rededication
On June 22nd, Grand Master John Ferguson and the Grand Lodge Officers rededicated Rob Morris Lodge No. 46 in recognition of its 150th anniversary. Click here to view the album on Facebook!
McCook Aquatic Center Cornerstone
On May 18th, Grand Master John Ferguson and the Grand Lodge Officers laid the cornerstone for the new McCook Aquatic Center. Click here to view the album on Facebook!
VWB Sean Sutherland delivers the prayer before laying the cornerstone.MWB Ferguson instructs MWB Carlton and MWB Barger to deposit items within the capsule.WB Eric BenSalah squares the cornerstone.WB Jeff Buhrman levels the cornerstone.RWB Kevin Scheele ensures the cornerstone is plumb.WB Ron Nielsen delivers corn, wine and oil to the respective officers.MWB Ferguson and city officials spread the cement.WB Mohan Krishna delivers the oration.Construction on the aquatic center is nearing completion!Grand Lodge Officers look on at the ceremony.MWB Ferguson and city officials thanked the crowd for attending the ceremony.MWB John Ferguson and Grand Lodge Officers laid the cornerstone of the McCook Aquatic Center May 18, 2024.
Pawnee City Fire Station Cornerstone
On April 6th, Grand Master John Ferguson and the Grand Lodge Officers laid the cornerstone for Pawnee City’s new fire station. Click here to view the album on Facebook!
The cornerstone prior to the ceremony.
MWB John Ferguson spreads the cement.
RWB John Herbolsheimer explaining the square.
RWB Tyler Loontjer explaining the level.
RWB Kevin Scheele explaining the plumb.
MWB John Ferguson declaring the cornerstone to be laid in form.
Grand Lodge Officers.
Members of Pawnee Lodge No. with Grand Lodge Officers.
