Grand Lodge F. & A. M. State of New York blogs

Change in our Mission, Goals and Objectives for the Child ID Program, New Name!

Don Elliott — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 21:31:57 -0400

In order to meet the changing needs in our community we have implemented a change in our Mission, Goals and Objectives for the Child ID Program. With a change in our mission also comes a name change, the program name is NY Masonic Safety ID Program. Just as we moved from the video tape, we are going to be more of a proactive program. In an attempt to reach and protect our most vulnerable members in our community, young adults 13 to 17 years of age and our freshman college students, we will provide educational information and safety information appropriate for each age group on every CD in the extra file folder. We will continue to provide the same information for our children as we have in the past. Contact your Regional Chairman or the State Training Chairman to sponsor or host a program or training session for your lodge. This will require support from every lodge in this great jurisdiction. Did you know that most children are abducted or sexually abused between the hours of 3:00 P.M. and 6:00 P. M.? Learn this and much more by attending a training session in your district. Together we will make a difference. If you have any questions please feel free to contact the State Chairman at nychip1@nychip.org or any member of the NY Masonic Safety ID Program Executive Committee.

Preparation for a “Bus” Trip

Don Elliott — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:29:59 -0400

In this article we will look at comparisons from Jim Collins book “Good to Great ,” as it relates to how some organizations make a quantum leap from being average to being great. How do they do this, you might ask? One of Jim’s analogies is that of the bus and making sure the right people are getting on the bus and that they are in their correct seats.

Our program is similar: we need people (we need all of you!) to assist with the Child ID Program. People have to want to get on the bus and be willing to find a place that best matches their strengths. To be effective, the bus needs to have people who understand where we are going, what our objective is, and how we are going to achieve our goals.

Bro. John Glenn

Stu Card — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:52:45 -0400

This past week, Bro. John Glenn, one of our technology volunteers, was repairing his porch roof, fell, struck his head and died.

His Masonic service was the largest I have seen: we filed into the funeral home from outside and almost had to continue right on through, as there was barely enough room for us all to stand in the building.

The religious service that followed was conducted by a minister who is also a member of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA), another group in which John was very active; many SCAvians from around the northeastern U.S. traveled long distances to attend the service.

(GREENLAWN, NY) The Firemen's Association of the State of New York

Don Elliott — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 22:36:01 -0400

(GREENLAWN, NY) The Firemen's Association of the State of New York
(FASNY) and the New York State Freemasons joined forces once again in
Greenlawn to bring the Child Identification Program, also known as
CHIP, to local families during the final weekend in August. At the Greenlawn
Firefighters Fair, children had the opportunity to go through a
step-by-step identification procedure, where a total of 10 child ID
stations were set up. More than 200 children took part in the program
over a four-day period.

The Child Identification Program is a quick way to attain vital
information about children that could be used during an Amber Alert.

Rainbow Girls and DeMolay process 350 Children at the State Fair.

Don Elliott — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 16:42:16 -0400

The kids are great and enthusiastic.
Both teams, as you can see the by numbers were very busy.

Carole Stevens reports 328 Children Child processed yesterday, August 30, 2008

Don Elliott — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 08:23:03 -0400

Yesterday’s numbers at the NYS Fair are 328. Konosioni Lodge #950 sponsored yesterday. Joe Stevens, State Fair Co-chairman is a member of Konosioni Lodge; I quote Joe as reported by Carole, “Good crew all day. Brothers who are dedicated and all did a fine job.” Bro Gloria and I (Bro Carole) actually had to work today too. Most of the parents/guardians thanked us for the good work we are doing and explain to their children why it is important. ONLY TWO DAYS TO GO!!! The 8/8:30 am to 10:30 pm schedule is taking a toll on the co-chairs and their spouses -- we are all tired, but still dedicated.

Father son team make a difference; in Syracuse NY at the State Fair, (Today's # is 285 Children processed.)

Don Elliott — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 03:49:47 -0400

Friday, August 29, 2008 Carlo Stevens reports all is well and the numbers continue to grow. One of our young volunteers, Andrew is just amazing. This young man is our future; let me tell you, our future is very bright. A special thank you goes out to Frank and his son Andrew. Look for this story and others as the State Fair winds down.
Remember; team work works, help when you can.

State Fair, August 28, 237 Children Processed.

Don Elliott — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:42:30 -0400

State Fair volunteers,THANK YOU!

Masons and their family's continue to step up to the plate making this community service project successful.

August 28, 08, State Fair in Syracuse (210) Children processed to day.

Don Elliott — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:54:11 -0400

Bro. Carole, reports "... today's # is 210"

Thanks to all that volunteered.

August 26, Syracuse State Fair process 299 Children.

Don Elliott — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:26:38 -0400

Carole Stevens reports, "The count for today is 299."

The Fair ends on Labor Day, help and have fun. See you at the Fair.