The Groveport Inquisitor
Groveport Chapter
Order of DeMolay
Groveport Chapter
MC:Bradley ThompsonSC:Joshua LaPenta
JC:John Clark IV
Chapter Dad:Bruce Close
Chairman: Dan Cogley
Chapter Meetings:
2nd and 4th Monday
Groveport Masonic Temple
Groveport, Ohio
Sponsor: Groveport Lodge #240 F&AM
Fabulous Fourth District
Governor:Ken Cohen
Ohio DeMolay
EO: C. Michael Watson
SMC: Christopher I Kelso
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Dad Close - Advisor of the YearConclave was a very special event for our Chapter Dad, Bruce Close. On Saturday morning, Bruce was surprised by his entire family who informed him that he had to change into his white tuxedo to receive the Legion Of Honor, the highest honor that can be given by DeMolay International. The members of the chapter, Bethel 71 and Bruce's family were there to witness the event, at Capital University's Mees Hall.But the fun wasn't over for Dad Close. Dad Close had been told that the winner of the Guild of the Leather Apron, the award for the outstanding Advisor of the Year, was from Central Ohio, but he thought is was Dad Rannebarger. During the luncheon, where the Grand Master of Masons and many other dignitaries were in attendance, Dad Rannebarger was asked by Dad Watson to escort Bruce to the podium. There, Dad Close learned that he was the Advisor of the Year, not Jeff. But the fun wasn't over yet. Later in the session, Dad Close was named Director of Safety by Dad Watson, Executive Officer for Ohio DeMolay. Congratulations, Bruce.
John Clark Wins Kach Essay ContestJunior Councilor, John Clark IV was named the winner of the Paul Kach Scottish Rite Essay contest for all of DeMolay in the 16 and under division. John received a check for $1200 at Conclave from Jim S. Deyo, Active Member of the Scottish Rite for Columbus.John was also named by State Master Councilor Chris Kelso to be the Fourth District Representative to the State. John will help the SMC to keep track of dates for events in Central Ohio. The district reps, who are part of the state staff will also serve as the Preceptor Corp for state initiations, with John delivering 4th Preceptor. Other Conclave AwardsPete Scott and Matt Glass - 2nd Place in EuchreJohn Clark IV - 1st Place in Monopoly PLUS TWO RITUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS Groveport Chapter won THREE monthly activity Awards Groveport Chapter won special recognition from the outgoing SMC, Jason French for assistance during the year.
A Legacy BeginsGroveport's Installation on July 7As of about 9:00PM on Saturday, July 7th, the six month legacy of Bradley Allen Thompson began. The new officers of the chapter are Bro Brad Thompson as Master Councilor, Bro Josh LaPenta as Senior Councilor, and Bro John Clark IV as Junior Councilor.Spending the last year learning the trials and tribulations of being a councilor, Brad had become a master of public speaking, and so he opened his term as Master Councilor of Groveport Chapter by saying, "...Uh...Um...Don?" Bro Don Thompson, PMC, being the Installing officer for the Installation, quickly retook control of the meeting, one of his most annoying qualities, and the meeting was then set back on course. After the Installation of officers, Dad Al Pettigrew handed out merit awards to the several Demolays, including Bros Scott Bailey, Josh LaPenta, John Clark, Matt Glass, and Brad Thompson. The awards which were presented are too many to all be named, but there were still a few awards which require announcement. Bro Tom Burrnet, the Chapter's unofficial Sweetheart, received both the Officer of the Term award, and the 'TWIT' of the Term award. Other 'Twits' included Dad Dan Cogley, who received the Honorary Twit award, and Bro Mike Longnecker, who received the first ever 'Lifetime Achievement' award for his supreme display of amazing 'Twitdom' throughout the years. Shortly after the officers were installed into their new stations, all in attendance were lucky to be witness to the rare ceromony of the Chevalier. Bro Ben Foley, PMC of Groveport Chapter was at last inducted into the elite circle of Active and Senior DeMolays, and the honor of the Chevalier. Bro Foley was guided through the ceremony by Dad Jeff Rannebarger as the Grand Commander, Dad Eddie Reynolds as the Commander in the West, and Dad Tom Hess as the Commander in the South. Other officers included Dad Close as Grand Marshal and Dad Dana Parsons I as Grand Chaplain, and all other present Chevaliers also aided in the ceremony. At the conclusion of the Installation, the festivities began, and we all relished the most amazing hot and BBQ chicken wings ever served , compliments of Dad Paul Thompson. With the end of the meal came the beginning of the dance, and never had more beautiful young women graced a dance floor. Rainbows and Jobies from all over Ohio were in attendance. The music was supplied by Chapter Dad Bruce Close, and by his unarguable rules, the strictness of which hasn't been seen since the days of the guillotine, the dance ended at 11:30PM sharp, and the Masonic Youth of Ohio disbanded, setting off towards home. - John Clark IV
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Congratulations to our new chapter Sweetheart, Miss Katie Knotts of Bethel 64. |
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Term Calendar (UPDATED)AUGUST20 Ritual Practice 25 Statewide Initiation at Aladdin Temple 12:30 pm Sponsor Olympics 3:30 pm Dance 7:30 pm 27 Stated Meeting (SC to preside)
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