by Bro Jim Bantolo3 July 2007
Two events happened this week which reflects on the true meaning of Brotherly Love and should be an example of why we should be harmonious and united in Masonry,
The first, was a call for type B blood donation by VWB Jonathan Tan of Zamboangan Lodge Nr 310 GLP & PDDGM , which was sent to VW Dodo Cambaliza, Grand Senior Deacon, IGLPI. Immediately, Bro Dodo sent out a series of text messages to brothers in the IGLPI. A response was relayed on the availability of donors ready to proceed to St Lukes Hospital. But VWB Jonathan responded that his mother died an hour ago and gave his appreciation and thanks.
The second happened during the wake and funeral services for VWB Rolly Sarmiento, PM Jose Rizal Lodge Nr 1172 New York City, USA, member Araw Lodge Nr 18 GLP, PM Mendez Nunez Lodge Nr 316 GLP, PDDGM Masonic District Nr 2 GLP, member Mendez Nunez Lodge Nr 8 IGLPI. Bro Marcelo David, a Permanent Deacon of a Catholic Church and member of Jose Rizal Lodge Nr 1172 New York rendered a funeral service and benediction. This was followed by the Masonic Funeral service presided by VW Ed Bayot Grand District Supervisor IGLPI. The services was attended by Masons from Cavite Province Lodges, from Manila and from New York all of 3 Grand Lodge Jurisdiction. There were about 70 Master Masons who came to give their respect and affection to a Brother. All sat and stood beside each other. All communicated and ate together for lunch. To top it all, VWB Rolly wore his GLP DDGM Apron and his HIRAM Award GLP.
We can do it. Please pass to all Filipino Masons.
Bro Jim Bantolo
The first, was a call for type B blood donation by VWB Jonathan Tan of Zamboangan Lodge Nr 310 GLP & PDDGM , which was sent to VW Dodo Cambaliza, Grand Senior Deacon, IGLPI. Immediately, Bro Dodo sent out a series of text messages to brothers in the IGLPI. A response was relayed on the availability of donors ready to proceed to St Lukes Hospital. But VWB Jonathan responded that his mother died an hour ago and gave his appreciation and thanks.
The second happened during the wake and funeral services for VWB Rolly Sarmiento, PM Jose Rizal Lodge Nr 1172 New York City, USA, member Araw Lodge Nr 18 GLP, PM Mendez Nunez Lodge Nr 316 GLP, PDDGM Masonic District Nr 2 GLP, member Mendez Nunez Lodge Nr 8 IGLPI. Bro Marcelo David, a Permanent Deacon of a Catholic Church and member of Jose Rizal Lodge Nr 1172 New York rendered a funeral service and benediction. This was followed by the Masonic Funeral service presided by VW Ed Bayot Grand District Supervisor IGLPI. The services was attended by Masons from Cavite Province Lodges, from Manila and from New York all of 3 Grand Lodge Jurisdiction. There were about 70 Master Masons who came to give their respect and affection to a Brother. All sat and stood beside each other. All communicated and ate together for lunch. To top it all, VWB Rolly wore his GLP DDGM Apron and his HIRAM Award GLP.
We can do it. Please pass to all Filipino Masons.
Bro Jim Bantolo
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