This week is one of the most important weeks of a Christians life. The last hours of Jesus in the form of a physical man. As you go back to Luke’s Gospel, You need to start at Lk 13:32 “A 3 Day Journey” Read this Study and share with others.
3 day Journey
Luke13:32 to Luke chapter 22 is 3 days before the Cross at Jerusalem Jesus cries over Jerusalem Teaches Humility to his disciples Parable of Lost Sheep, Lost Coin and the Lost Son Rich man and Lazarus Healing of 10 Lepers Children brought to Him Salvation of Zacchaeus Healing blind Bartimaues Foretelling destruction of. Temple Triumphant entry to Jerusalem Last supper with Disciples Washing Disciples feet Praying in the Garden Betrayal by Judas
The next 3 day journey will be after His Death. JMF
Brother Richard Allen Schultz was born December 15th, 1969 and was raised in Jasper, Alabama. He graduated from Walker High School in 1988 and Virgina College in 2000. He also earned degrees from Bevill State Community College.
He was initiated in Cordova Masonic Lodge #559 located in Cordova, Alabama on July 17th, 2008. He was Passed to the Degree of Fellowcraft on September 4th, 2008, and Raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason on October 4th, 2008. He progressed through the Chairs of Cordova Lodge #559 and was elected to serve as Worshipful Master during 2013-2014 and was elected to serve a second term as Worshipful Master during 2015-2016.
His service to the Grand Lodge of Alabama began when he was appointed to serve as District Lecturer for the 26th Masonic District in November 2016 and served in that capacity until his election as Junior Grand Warden in November 2021. He was appointed Right Worshipful Grand Marshal of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Alabama in November 2019 by Most Worshipful Past Grand Master Jon Michael Taylor.
He was initiated into the York Rite bodies in Birmingham Chapter #76, Birmingham Council #43, and Birmingham Commandery #10 in 2017, Valley of Birmingham Scottish Rite in 2017, Sipsey Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star #565 in 2018, and Dinar Grotto in 2022.
He is a current member of the Sipsey Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star #565, Birmingham-Metro York Rite Bodies, Valley of Birmingham Scottish Rite, Dinar Grotto, Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association Wayfarers Chapter and Revival Masonic Lodge #935.
He enlisted into the United States Army in January 1989 and served in various assignments in the 2nd Battalion 3rd Air Defense Artillery of the 1st Infantry Division at Fort Riley Kansas before being deployed overseas in the first Gulf War for Operations Desert Shield/Storm. He received three Bronze Combat Stars and two Presidential Campaign ribbons.
The Grand Lodge of Alabama has partnered with the Grand Lodge of North Carolina on a RISE North Carolina Grand Lodge coin to assist in their relief efforts from Hurricane Helene. MWGM Robert Wayne Rideout has generously commissioned an AL numbered series coin. They are available for a donation of $100 through the Grand Lodge office. CLICK HERE to see a full size image.
This is a limited offering and all funds raised will be sent to the Grand Lodge of North Carolina to aid in their relief efforts for the lodges of western North Carolina. Contact the Grand Secretary to reserve yours. I have mine.
It is my sad duty to inform you of the passing of Most Worshipful Brother James M. Eidson, Sr., Past Grand Master of Masons in Alabama. Most Worshipful Brother Eidson passed away peacefully at his home yesterday, February 16, 2025. Most Worshipful Brother Eidson served as Grand Master in 1974-1975. Most Worshipful Brother Eidson was our most senior Past Grand Master and this Masonic year, Most Worshipful Brother Eidson celebrated 50 years as a Past Grand Master. Per Most Worshipful Brother Eidson’s last requests, there will be no service of any kind. Please keep the entire Eidson family in your prayers.
Sincerely and Fraternally, Zachary Holmes, Grand Secretary
It is my sad duty to inform you that Past Grand Master Roger Simmons has passed away this morning. Services for MW Brother Simmons will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Holman Funeral Home in Ozark, Alabama. Visitation will be from 10-11am. Funeral with Masonic Rites will be held in the Chapel at 11am.
When the Lord needed a warrior to defeat evil, He said whom shall we send? Christ said here am I send me. Since then, warriors have spent Christmas apart from their families on the frontline around the world defending Freedom and protecting Peace on Earth. At this time we want to send a special Thank You to all our Veterans and Prayers that the Lord would watch over and protect all our men and women in uniform around the world let them feel our Love and give them Peace.
The Grand Lodge office will be closed from December 23rd, 2024 through January 3rd, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, January 6th, 2025. The Grand Lodge office staff wishes you and yours a very Merry Christmas, and a blessed and prosperous New Year.
Your Grand Lodge office wishes you and yours a happy and safe Independence Day Holiday. The Grand Lodge office will be closed July 4th and 5th. We will resume normal business hours Monday, July 8th.
Zachary Allen Holmes Grand Secretary/Executive Director Grand Lodge of Alabama, F&AM
Do you know of a masonic lodge or affiliated body that is in need of lodge furniture? If so, these pews are available free of charge, but must be picked up from Grand Bay No 767. Please contact Brother Mark Webster, Secretary of Grand Bay No 767, for more information.
