LODGE NEWS

Louisiana Relief Lodge #1
One of the things that always made me proud of Germania Lodge is that we almost always conduct our own Masonic Funeral Services. That is something that all lodges don’t have the luxury of due to various reasons. Here in New Orleans, the Louisiana Relief Lodge #1 fills in for local lodges upon request whenever asked and up to now they have always come through.
The Relief Lodge consists of dedicated brothers from different lodges throughout the area. Unfortunately, the youngest member is approaching 70, albeit a very young 70. Bro. Glen Butler, involved for 39 years, has on many occasions asked brothers to help the Relief lodge by being available upon request for Masonic Services for a departed brother.
If you are a Past Master you are already a member of the Relief Lodge and there are no dues and no scheduled meetings! Those of you who are not Past Masters are also encouraged to get involved. Involvement is much like that in your lodge; you can be as active as you choose to be. There is a W.M. and other officer positions but most importantly, the Lodge consists of members, members who turn out for funerals. More brothers in attendance make for a much more impressive ceremony. You don’t have to take a speaking part unless you want one and you can attend funeral services only if you can when called upon.
Remember this is the only public ritual in Masonry and it is the only exposure many people have to our works. It is vital that we keep the Relief lodge alive and working these important and impressive ceremonies. It would be a serious disgrace upon Masonry if a brother requested Masonic services and his lodge or the Relief lodge couldn’t conduct the ritual.
Please give it the utmost consideration and call Bro. Glen Butler at 949-6347, Lloyd Hebert at 522-3789 or call me and add your name to the list. Bro. Reed Holmes and I signed up January 15.
Klaus J. Kueck P.M. Secy.
737-6767

PERPETUAL MEMBERSHIP
Bro. Robert Rapp has decided to become the newest perpetual member. Thank you Bro. Rapp for your 1st payment towards this significant milestone. After four more payments Bro. Rapp will be paid for life. He will always be a member and the lodge, in turn, will always benefit financially from his unselfish action. Interested in becoming a perpetual member? Give me a call. The cost is $1,000 cash or 5 annual payments of $226.00. This cost may increase next year if Grand Lodge has a per capita increase as proposed.

The Return of Endymion
Now that the street cars are ready to roll down Carrollton and Canal Streets again and the path cleared for parades, we are resuming the ever popular open house at the lodge for the big parade on February 21. We will have drinks and hot dogs and an open grill. You are requested to bring parade food (stuff for grill, chips, dips ect.) There is limited parking so come early, first come first served!

Please Read the
Worshipful Master's Message

TRESTLE BOARD

• Wednesday, February 11, 7:00 p.m. E.A. degree
• Saturday, February 21, Open House for Endymion - proceeds for Charity & Benevolence Fund
• Wednesday, February 25, regular meeting, examination, possible FC degree
• Saturday, April 3, Germania hosts Louisiana Research Lodge

Congratulations
Congratulations are in order for Brother Jacob Schexnayder, son of Bro. Glen, grandson of Bro. Stanley. He was married to Marta Elizabeth Lichtl on December 26. Brother Jacob is stationed at Fort Rucker where he is undergoing helicopter pilot training. Bro. Jacob, we are happy for you and very proud of you!

Installation Party
About 50 members, friends and family turned out for the 160 year installation of Germania Lodge #46 on Thursday, January 22nd. The food was wonderful, fellowship outstanding and the music divine. W.M. Lazar and his wife Madalina out did all expectations for the wonderful food they provided. It kept coming all night and each portion seemed to get better than the last one.
Bro. Jerry Embree’s band kept us all entertained with their outstanding renditions of old and new music. Of course there was swing but there was something for everybody, I think I even heard a country song! He added a terrific female singer since the last time I saw him.

Sent to me by my female cousin ( commander in the Navy) do you know what she is talking about?
Classes for Men Tonight - Please Sign Up
Classes for men at our local Learning Center for Adults
Sign-up by Topics
NOTE: Due to the complexity and difficulty level of their content, each course will accept a maximum of 8 participants.

TOPIC 1: HOW TO FILL UP THE ICE CUBE TRAYS
Step by step, with slide presentation.

TOPIC 2: THE TOILET PAPER ROLL: DO THEY GROW ON THE HOLDERS?
Round table discussion.

TOPIC 3: IS IT POSSIBLE TO URINATE USING THE TECHNIQUE OF LIFTING THE SEAT UP AND AVOIDING THE FLOOR/WALLS AND NEARBY BATHTUB?
Group Practice.

TOPIC 4: FUNDAMENTAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE LAUNDRY HAMPER AND THE FLOOR.
Pictures and explanatory graphics.

TOPIC 5: THE AFTER-DINNER DISHES AND SILVERWARE: CAN THEY LEVITATE AND FLY INTO THE KITCHEN SINK?
Examples on Video.

TOPIC 6: LOSS OF IDENTITY : LOSING THE REMOTE OR ALLOWING OTHERS TO USE IT.
Help line support and support groups.

TOPIC 7: LEARNING HOW TO FIND THINGS, STARTING WITH LOOKING IN THE RIGHT PLACE INSTEAD OF TURNING THE HOUSE UPSIDE DOWN WHILE SCREAMING.
Open forum.

TOPIC 8: HEALTH WATCH: BRINGING HER FLOWERS IS NOT HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH.
Graphics and audio tape.

TOPIC 9: REAL MEN ASK FOR DIRECTIONS WHEN LOST.
Real life testimonials.

TOPIC 10: IS IT GENETICALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO SIT QUIETLY AS SHE PARALLEL PARKS?
Driving simulation.

TOPIC 11: LEARNING TO LIVE: BASIC DIFFERENCES BETWEEN LIVING ALONE OR WITH OTHERS.
Online classes and role playing.

TOPIC 12: HOW TO BE THE IDEAL SHOPPING COMPANION.
Relaxation, exercises, meditation and breathing techniques.

TOPIC 13: HOW TO FIGHT CEREBRAL ATROPHY: REMEMBERING BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND CALLING WHEN YOU'RE GOING TO BE LATE.
Cerebral shock therapy sessions and full lobotomies offered.

TOPIC 14: CAR KEYS AND OTHER ITEMS.
Practice on developing skills of putting things back where they belong so that they can be easily found.
Upon completion of the course, diplomas will be issued to any survivors.

Germania Lodge No. 46, F. & A. M.
4415 Bienville Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Chartered: April 18, 1844
Lodge Phone 504-482-4080
Meets: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 7:00 P.M.

Worshipful Master Ion Lazar (504)894-8750

Senior Warden Reed Holmes (504) 454-6666 • Junior Warden Henry Thibodaux (504) 279-8162

Secretary Klaus J. Kueck, P.M. (504) 737-6767 • Treasurer Ric Bell, P.M. (504) 828-2574