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The Supreme Military Order of the Temple of Jerusalem
Newsletter Vol. 1 Issue 2. April 2013
News from the Bailiwick By H.E. Dame Patricia Tennyson, Bell , GCTJ, GMTJ,
Executive Officer – Grand Bailiwick
The Privy Council is very pleased with all the charity events that our members have initiated and/or participated in for those who are less fortunate and need such help. This is our mission and we strive to continue with this goal in mind.
The Priory of St. Columba had an investiture in Spring-field on March 9th and the Grand Bailiff was in atten-dance. It was a pleasure to renew old friendships and create new ones.
The plans for the investiture in Scotland on August 5th are coming along nicely. We will have the investiture at 6:00 p.m. and the dinner at 7:30 pm. Please come to Balgonie Castle no later than 5:00 p.m. This is a formal affair so don't forget your mantle and large cross. Do let me know if you would like to renew your wed-ding vows as I need to make a list for our Grand Prior. We would have this cere-mony between the investiture and the din-ner. It does not take very long and Balgo-nie hands out a wonderful certificate after wards. This is just renewing your vows, not getting married all over again. The cost is $25.
There is a problem with the caterer as I have e-mailed and also left phone mes-sages and did not hear back from them until last week. As I was quite con-cerned, I looked into other venues and I have another menu to chose from which:
Canapés and drinks
Soup with roll
Balmoral Chicken with Whisky Sauce and vegetables
Cranachan
Coffee with oatcakes and cheese
The price remains the same except they are offering chicken instead of beef. Wine will be available and will be purchased as needed and paid for by each individual.
Stuart and Kelly are getting married on April 20th and I will be attending the wedding. I will look into the caterer situation when I am in Markinch at that time.
There are five postulants scheduled to be invested on August 5 and so far I have 28 reservations.
The Bailiwick has received a new bolt of our tartan. It has gone up in price and is now selling at $63 a yard and this includes postage. Please get in touch with me if you like to purchase this ma-terial. Please view on page 12.
SMOTJ Members can take their obla-tion and any charity contribution amounts such as food for Ronald Mac-Donald House dinners etc. off their in-come tax.
We wish to thank each member for all their support and participation in the Order.
Sincerely,
Patricia Tennyson Bell
Executive Officer
H. E. Dame Patricia Tennyson Bell, CGTJ, GMTJ, Executive Officer
In this issue:
Executive Officer
Gastro-Indulgence
Balgonie Marriage
Privy Council, etc.
Drambuie +
Investiture
Convent
Odds and Ends
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Canapé
A canapé (a type of hors d’œuvre, "outside work") is a small, prepared and usually decorative food, held in the fingers and often eaten in one bite. Please wash your hands first!
http://programmes.stv.tv/food-recipes/scottish-recipes/79176-scottish-recipe-balmoral-chicken/
BALMORAL CHICKEN WITH CLAPSHOT AND CREAMY WHISKY SAUCE - alternate recipe
Balmoral Chicken
Ingredients: 2 large skinless chicken breasts (pref. organic) 85g (approx) haggis 6 rashers back bacon, smoked or unsmoked 10g melted butter salt & pepper
Wrap in tin foil and bake in the oven at 200C for 30 mins. After 20 mins open the tin foil parcel so the bacon can go crispy.
Serves two
This may be or not be the exact recipe stated page 1…
Clapshot
Ingredients: 250g potatoes, preferably a dry and floury variety e.g. Kerrs Pink 250g turnip, peeled and diced 50g butter 1 tablespoon of fresh chives, finely chopped
Method: Mix the chicken stock and whisky together in a pan and bring to the boil, reducing the volume of liquid by half. Add the mustard and cream stirring all the time. Then add the butter so that it melts completely and thickens the sauce. Serve over the chicken.
This traditional Scottish dessert of oats, cream, whisky and raspberries is a delicious alternative to trifle.
Gastro-Indulgence at the Balgonie Castle:
Cranachan
http://www.balgoniecastle.co.uk/
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Congratulations to Stuart and Kelly who were mar-ried today [April 20 2013 in the chapel of Stuart's family home of Balgonie Castle.
Kelly D Morris: “Stuart and I want to thank everyone who attended our wedding and to all our friends and family who could not attend but sent best wishes. It was a beautiful and busy day. Will post more pic-tures when they are available.”
Stuart and Kelly Morris
Congratulations from USA
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The Grand Bailiwick of the Scots - Privy Council
Chev. J. Connall Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ
Grand Bailiff - Grand Bailiwick
2984 Siskiyou Blvd.
Medford, OR 97504
Home: 541-690-1817 / Cell: 626-664-3912
Chev. Charles William Graham, Jr, GOTJ, GMTJ
Deputy Grand Bailiff - Grand Bailiwick
2792 Redwing Circle
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Home: 714-610-8368
Dame Patricia Tennyson Bell, GCTJ, GMTJ
Executive Officer - Grand Bailiwick
2984 Siskiyou Blvd.
Medford, OR 97504
Home: 541-690-1817 / 626-664-3830
Policies and Procedures Manual
Chev. Del Wiese, KTJ, BMTJ
Treasurer - Grand Bailiwick
3033-B South Manly Avenue
Springfield, MO 65807
Cell: 417-848-7857
Dame Nellie G. Lowry, DTJ Supply Officer - Grand Bailiwick
9654 Kessler Avenue Chatsworth, CA 91311 Home: 818-886-4968 [email protected]
Dame Michele D. Graham, DCTJ
2792 Redwing Circle
Costa Messa, CA 92626
Home: 714-610-8368
Chev. C. Robert Ferguson, GOTJ, BMTJ
Knight Avocat - Grand Bailiwick
4237 La Junta
Claremont, CA 91711
Home: 909-596-2829
The Grand Bailiwick of the Scots - Priories
Chev. W. James Nethery, GCTJ, SMTJ
Prior - Priory of Robert the Bruce
4325 E. Terra Vista Lane
Anaheim, CA 92057
Home: 714-637-4330
Chev. Mark C. O’Dell, GCTJ, BMTJ
Prior - Priory of St. Columba
Hardecke House, 3235 N. Pickwick
Springfield, MO 65803
Cell: 417-425-6873
Chev. Robert Ernest Ryder, KTJ
Editor - the Victor
Secretary of the Priory of St. Columba
2858 Grasshill Rd #222
Brookline Station, MO 65619
Home: 417-987-3837 / Cell: 417- 496-8610
Please feel free to contact the Editor of errors or additions?
Updating your SMOTJ Manual only takes a few min-utes, if you would do so! Updates are our responsibility. A three hole puncher contraption is nice!
Be up to date! Also, please send any address changes.
Drambuie Submitted By Anonymous Knight
Considering the impact Prince Charles Edward Stuart -- or as we know him: Bonnie Prince Charlie -- has had on Scotland’s history since the 18th century, it should come as no surprise that his legacy includes an elixir, Drambuie, as ubiquitous to Scotland as the malt whisky from which it is derived. The Royal Apothecary created this liqueur for the Prince
who was said to drink a few drops daily for strength and vitality. A secret recipe then, the recipe continues to be a closely guarded secret to this day to all but those few who concoct it. Drambuie is a combina-tion of aged scotch whiskies, heather honey and a combi-nation of secret ingredients which include heather honey, cloves and saffron which gives the drink it’s rich, gold color. These herbs, spices and Scottish heather honey are carefully measured and blended by
hand, then married to the whisky base created by the Chief Blender who uses a blend of grain and a selection of the finest Speyside and Highland malt whiskies renowned for their softness and smoothness, many of them aged up to 15 years adding real depth to the whisky base. In July 1746, after the disastrous defeat of his troops at the Battle of Culloden ended his hopes of restoring his family to the throne of Great Britain, Bonnie Prince Charlie was running through the Highlands and Western Islands of Scotland evading capture by the British. In his flight, the Prince was aided by several Highland Clans, among whom was the Clan MacKinnon under their chief Captain John MacKinnon. To thank MacKinnon for his bravery and assistance in his escape to the Isle of Skye the Prince gave him the secret recipe for his personal elixir. This gift was treasured and passed down through the generations of Clan MacKinnon until 1873 when they shared the recipe with John Ross of Skye’s Broadford Hotel who started making it and serving it in his hotel. After one local tasted it and said in Gaelic it was “an dram buid-heach” translated as “the drink that sat-isfies,” the name stuck although it has been shortened to ‘Drambuie’ and was registered as a trademark name by Ross’ son James in 1893. The first commercial bottling of Drambuie was produced by Malcolm MacKinnon in 1909 for his company MacBeth
& Sons and word soon spread about the commercial avail-ability of Drambuie. In 1916 it was the first liqueur to be introduced to the House of Lords and a year later it be-came a fixture at Buckingham Palace. This memorial of Scotland’s Jacobite past can be con-sumed neat, on the rocks or mixed into a cocktail such as a Rusty Nail. It is also excellent added to food dishes such as the traditional Scottish recipe below: Chicken Bonnie Prince Charlie: a classic dish of chicken breasts with Drambuie Sauce. 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 3 tablespoons Drambuie 1/2 cup chicken stock 1 cup whipping cream 3/8 cup butter, divided 1 ounce sliced toasted almonds 4 apples cored, peeled and sliced thickly salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Flour and season the chicken breasts and sauté in hot butter on both sides. When they are well browned, sprinkle with Drambuie, add the chicken stock then cover and sim-mer for ten minutes. Remove to the chicken to a platter and keep it warm. While the chicken is cooking, peel and core the apples, cut them into thick slices and cook them gently in the butter until tender, stirring gently to avoid mashing them and making applesauce. Make the sauce by adding a little more Drambuie to the stock left in the pan and gently stir in the cream. Heat until hot but not boil-ing. Add the toasted sliced almonds. Then cover the chicken with sauce and garnish with the cooked sliced apples. Chicken Bonnie Prince Charlie -- Serves 4
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Members of the Priory of St. Columba received the Invitation from H.E. Chev Mark C. O’Dell, GOTJ, BMTJ, requesting our presence to a Solemn Investiture of the Su-preme Military Order of the Temple o f Jerusa lem [SMOTJ]. It took place on Saturday March 9 2013 at the
picturesque St. John’s Episcopal Church in Springfield, MO.
The Investiture weekend be-gan Friday evening the 8 of March at the Hardecke House - the lovely home of Chev Mark and Dame Adele O’Dell DCTJ, BMTJ. The event began at 7PM with cocktails, heavy hors d'oeu-
vre, and jolly camaraderie with St. Columba’s [friends] mem-bers, and also meeting with its’ Postulants, and along with those in waiting. It was a good time had by all! And, not least, the Investiture weekend had the presence of the Grand Bailiff – H.E. Chev J. Connall Bell GCTJ, GMTJ. We were all honored.
[And, I am glad Chev Con-nall has a “sense of humor.”- Ed]
Saturday morning the St. Columba Board Meeting took place: 9:30 AM March 9 2013 – the Hardecke House. Coffee, tea and sweet rolls were provided. Again, to say the least, it was a high honor having the Grand Bailiff - Chev J. Connall Bell.
The Investiture
The Investiture started for some at 3PM setting up the Rituals of our Order. The Inves-titure was at the St John’s Epis-copal Church in Springfield, MO. founded in May 26, 1886. The 2013 Investiture began promptly
at 3:30PM with Pipers Jay and Lucinda Goetz alerting to all in attendance to stand in respect leading the parade of the Mantled Entrance Processional [Please review the Policies and Proce-dures Manual R-29].
Dame Vicki Ratcliff, DTJ – Chaplain, preformed her duty. There were other St. Columba members performing their duties too!
After the Ceremonial Ritual
Opening and Salutation, etc. [please review R-1 in our Manual of Policies and Procedures…], H.E. Chev Mark C. O'Dell, GCTJ,BMTJ, Prior, of the Priory of St. Columba gave their acco-lade [Invested] to the three Postulants: Gail Adams, Deborah Bruce and Derrick Bruce.
The Grand Bailiff – H.E Chev J. Connall Bell GCTJ, GMTJ, presented to: Chev Del Wiese, KTJ, BMTJ the elevation to Knight Commander KCTJ: “due to the added duty and responsi-bility of being Bailiwick Treasurer.” And, also, Chev Geoff Chaboude KCTJ was awarded the gold merit medal GMTJ: “This award is given at the sole discretion of the Grand Prior.” Our
Congratulations!! Quotes are: Chev Mark O’Dell.
After the Investiture there was a void of a couple of hours be-fore the dinner. Close by, some members went to the Farmers Gastropub [voted to be an authentic #1 UK pub-like in USA].
Dinner was at the “award-winning Tower Club and is located on the 21st and 22nd floor…” “The Hammons Tower is in the heart of the downtown business and entertainment district. The Tower has a remarkable view of the entire city of Springfield, MO. seen through the floor-to-ceiling windows. In addition to the view, The Tower Club offers an exquisite culinary experience, a tenured service staff; impeccable private events and … guaran-tees a unique and unforgettable experience.” During the dinner event, such gave way to look out the windows to a thunder and lightning storms. Quotes: Internet
Investiture Springfield, Missouri, March 9 2013
Priory of St. Columba
Read more on page 7
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The upscale table décor was provided by Dame Adele O’Dell, DCTJ, BMTJ and Dame Vicki Ratcliff DTJ. The Priory of St. Columba had 32 people attending the Investi-ture and Dinner. The main course of the three courses served at the evening dinner was a filet Mignon – a cut of beef tenderloin [tender]. It was excellent to say the least. “Yes, you missed it!”
When trying to enjoy the evening meal, and also afterwards, Chev. Chris Jessen, GOTJ,BMTJ Protocol Officer for the Priory of St. Columba, takes part as the role of Master of Vice – Toast Master of Ceremonies. If you were there, you will know that he was born to serves this role! It is a “hoot!” There were multiple Toasts to make, and a fun to ridiculous 21 gun salute [hand mo-tions] everyone must take part in. Grin – teeth showing brilliantly!
After the entertainment, it was time to bid on the basket full of goodies: coffee, wine, whiskey, cheeses, chocolates, etc. The money goes to the Preceptory of Nairin, and the charity is for the Habitat of Humanity - Southeast USA.
What has become a most profitable way of raising money for St. Columba charities, at its Investiture and Convent gatherings are to buy raffle tickets in hopes to win the basket. This year’s winners were Chev Bruce Ratcliff III, KTJ – Sword Bearer, and Dame Vicki Ratcliff, DTJ - Chaplain. Such is all in fun and within a relaxed atmosphere.
The next Priory Board Meeting will be the morning before the Convent of the Priory of St. Columba: it will be held on June 29th in Olathe, Kansas - late morning – TBA.
Respectfully submitted by Chev Robert E Ryder KTJ – Secre-tary for the Priory of St Columba
Missouri Investiture 2013 - continuation
Photos by Janey Brewen, DTJ
Painting a elementary classroom is our 2nd Quarter charity/project. We will begin painting at 2:30PM on Thursday, May 16th at Jeffries Elementary, Springfield, MO. There are a lot of odd wall space, so I foresee having to use a brush quite a bit. Please wear older clothing in case...
Commandery of Bon Accord by Dame Adele O’Dell, DCTJ, BMTJ 1st and 2nd quarter Charity Projects
On Sunday, February 24th, the Commandery of the Bon Accord held their First Quarter Meeting at Hardecke House. Dame Adele O'Dell, Commander of the Bon Accord, opened the meeting by welcoming everyone and asked Dame Vicki Ratcliff, Chaplin of the Commandery of the Bon Accord, to perform the Rit-ual Opening. The meeting then proceeded with a discussion of the upcoming Investiture, the 2013 calendar, and charity projects for consideration. Dame O'Dell then asked Dame Ratcliff to proceed with the Closing Ritual. The Commandery collected Keurig K-cups and goodies for soldiers serving in Afghanistan
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Chivalry ~ From Medieval to Modern By H.E. Chevalier W. James Nethery, GCTJ, SMTJ
Chivalry is not something that we dis-cuss often over a cup of coffee or during a casual get to gather. In fact one sel-dom hears the word anymore. Never the less it is still a factor in what we do and how we relate to one another.
Our Order’s Articles of Association tell us to help in the recovery of the spirit of Chivalry. Furthermore we are told to - To perpetuate the ideals of Chivalry. (Article 1; Sections C & D) In the Ritual Opening of all of our Ceremonies we are reminded:
“To Serve the Temple
To Love Meditation,
Discipline,
Knightly Combat,
And Brotherhood.”
One of the vows that we all have taken at the time of our In-vestiture was to-
“….persevere in the labors of knightly conduct, observing always the rule of true Chivalry, and to persevere in the study and practice thereof?”
The Word CHIVALRY comes from the French word chevalier, which means, “Knight”. The root word in Latin means “horseman”. It is fair to say that every time we discuss CHIV-ALRY we are talking about the conduct of an individual on horse-back.
The medieval Knights Templar was made up of aristocrats who were trained and were adept in the art of war and service to their king.
They fought wearing armor, using swords and shields. They were proud horseman and were known to be gallant, loyal and brave. The typical Knight lived in a castle or fortified house, some lived in the courts of the kings or great lords. As wealthy mer-chants were educated at court they wanted to imitate the behav-ior of the knights and to adopt their Chivalric life style. The result was “The Gentleman’s Code” of the post medieval times. This remained clearly visible, even as late as the Victorian era, in their manners and dress.
The church’s introduction of the veneration of the Virgin Mary in the 8Th century A.D. led to Chivalry’s honour of ladies and their resultant devotion by the knights. This reverence and hon-our was limited only to aristocratic ladies, women of a lesser status were often looked down on, even in some cases consid-ered evil.
Bernard of Clairvaux taught that Mary, the mother of Jesus had an intimate role in the redemption of man. Bernard felt that humans might fear Christ because he was a part of the Triune God and that they would feel more comfortable with the human Mary as our mediator with Christ.
Bernard praised Mary using words such as “The rose of char-
ity, the lily of chastity and the violet of humility” (1)
While the church was elevating Mary, the courts were elevat-ing a more carnal love. The concept of courtly love emerged in southern France during the 11Th Century with strong influence from the Spanish Muslim culture, poetry and philosophy.
From the Muslim invasion of Gibraltar in 711 A.D. until the end of the Reconquista and revocation of Muslim rights by Ferdinand and Isabella in 1492 A.D., Muslim culture either was dominant or held a significant place in Spanish life.
The great Spanish author, Miguel de Cervantes wrote Don Quixote as a parody of Spanish chivalry in the early 17Th century, when the Reconquista was complete and the Crown and Church were again firmly in control. Cervantes saw the humor in an anti-quated outmoded way of life and illustrated it by having his hero Don Quixote joust with windmills instead of knights. (2)
British authors wrote the Arthurian Romances with the estab-lishment of the kingdom of Camelot built on chivalry. Camelot failed due to Arthur’s loss of Guenevere to Lancelot’s more excit-ing courtly love. Camelot was lost because Arthur’s idealism and his trust in spite of Merlin’s warnings (3)
The Song of Roland is a tale of Charlemagne, the French King fighting the Muslims in Spain and the gallant Count Roland bravely volunteering to lead the rear guard in the face of over-whelming odds. Roland dies while blowing on his horn to warn his king of impending danger. He dies a martyr and like all mar-tyrs he goes straight to Paradise. French chivalry stressed brav-ery and gallantry as well as treachery in the roles of Roland and his jealous and traitorous stepfather Ganelon. (4)
Chivalry has been dramatically diminished as a cultural factor in peoples lives. People’s lives have changed, due to Spain’s fall from its pre-eminent position as a leading European power with its loss of its American colonies. The industrial revolution and all of the sociologic changes that it brought moved much of the population off the land and into the cities. The French Revolution with loss of much of a nation’s upper class changed that nation socially, politically and economically. The devastating economic and human losses that two world wars have had on the Britain have destroyed their claim to be an Empire on which the sun never sets. Today we find ourselves living in a world that is con-trolled by a host of laws and regulations, we pay taxes on many things we do and items purchase.
The result is a society that is much more homogeneous and it’s sharp contrasting colours are becoming a dull gray.
Class distinctions have become blurred and the result is that our elite class no longer has the time or money to maintain the traditional life styles that we like to think of as chivalric. We still enjoy watching them on TV or the movies but reality sadly fails to meet our imagination.
.Honour is one of the virtues of Chivalry. Knights defended the honour of their king, of fair maidens and themselves. They met on the field of battle and risked their lives to defend their honour by jousting
Convent April 13 Priory of Robert the Bruce – 1St Presbyterian Church, Anaheim, California
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As industry and technology have changed so has the defense of honour, dueling with swords or pistols become the accepted means for a gentleman to satisfying a question of his character? While most men today would hire a lawyer, instead of challeng-ing another gentleman to a duel, there are still some cultures in which death is the only way to settle an argument.
As Scots, we are all familiar with clan feuds, which continued on for generations and even translated from Scotland to North America. Sicilians are famous for their mafia families and the wanton killings that have taken place in Sicily and in many of our larger cities. Cities like Chicago and Detroit are suffering explo-sive murder rates due to drug dealing and rampant crime associ-ated with it and their authorities seem unable to do anything about it. There is no chivalry in these cities streets.
We do still have some traces of chivalry but they are fading fast. Holding a car door for a lady or offering a lady your seat on a bus or subway may not continue much longer; many young men and women simply ignore the custom. Men in the past would light a ladies cigarette for her but with the decreased inci-dence of smoking you seldom see that act of chivalry anymore. Some gentlemen continue to walk on the outside when escorting a lady outdoors but usually it is an older man showing a lady that courtesy and we can expect that form of chivalry to be soon for-gotten. Tipping of one’s hat is a forgotten habit because most men no longer wear hats. Sadly when they are worn and should be removed, as during the singing of the National Anthem or when in church, it is not uncommon to see hats still atop some-one’s un-chivalrous head.
The one form of chivalry that remains strong and healthy is the custom of tipping for service. While this is not a universal custom it seems to have been firmly entrenched into the economic pat-tern of our society. Chivalry still lives in unexpected places; our military have shown real chivalry in the manner in which they relate to invaded nations where they show that they are truly kind and caring people who give of themselves to those in need. We also send in Government personnel who help build schools and medical facilities for poor nations. Many of our military have died or been injured due to roadside bombs while carrying out such acts of chivalry.
I am confident that medieval knights would recognize such acts as chivalry.
There have been some amazing stories of unselfish acts told of the survivors of the 9-11 tragedy. These are certainly acts of chivalry on a heroic scale.
There was recently a report of a lady who responded to a young boy’s request for food money by buying him lunch instead. This developed into a weekly lunch, then a friendship and even-tually a close bond between two individuals of different races, vastly different social status and age. One chivalric act that she did for this young boy, whose mother was a drug addict, was to make him a brown bag lunch to take to school each day. As he later describes it, that brown bag with a sandwich and fruit inside demonstrated that he had someone in his life that cared about him. That was an act of chivalry that she did daily, which has gone on to enrich both of their lives.
Today with less personal freedom and ever increasing de-pendence by many on government for their daily needs we all should consider our personal responsibilities. As Scottish Knights Templars we all need to step forward and take responsibility not
only for our own lives but we need to reach out to others. First help our families and neighbors and then to our community. Es-pecially look for those in our community who are in need. The homeless, the hungry and the sick they all need help. As Tem-plars we are “Our Brother’s Keepers”.
THINGS TO REMEMBER:
Service to Others.
Loyalty to friends and family.
Respect Women.
Protect the innocent & defend the weak.
Be Honest.
Keep your word.
Be Hospitable.
Take Responsibility
REFERENCES:
(1) (http://www.womenreligious.org/~education/Mariology/Units/In_Medieva
_Period/in_medieval_period.html)
(2) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Quixote
(3) http://classiclit.about.com/od/kingarthur/a/aa_arthurian_2.html
(4) http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/songofroland/summary.html
Commandery of St. Cuthbert
Convent - April 13 Priory of Robert the Bruce – Continued
Photo from a Christmas activity/formal meeting for the Com-mandery of St. Cuthbert. We had a formal meeting and also brought 200 pounds of food and 11 pounds of toys to distribute to the ROC in the area.
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Priory of Robert the Bruce Convent
The First Presbyterian Church [top left to right].
Middle left photo are Mantled Chivalry prepares to enter the church for the Convert.
Middle right photo is Dame Cheryl A Cook, DTJ, Commander of the Commandery of Good St. James.
Middle right is Chev Randolph Hyatt, Priory Sword Bearer
Bottom left is Chev. Patrick J. Moffett, KTJ, serving as Chaplain.
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We look to Scotland for all our ideas of civilization - Voltaire
1. A unique lift system was opened in 2002, to reconnect the Union Canal with the Forth and Clyde Canal. Can you tell me the name of it? ____ Falkirk Wheel ____ Union Canal Lift Syst. ____ The Millennium Wheel ____ Edinburgh Canal Lift
2. You can take a ferry or drive across the bridge to the Isle of Skye. Where does the ferry to Armadale sail from? ____ Oban ____ Inverness ____ Aberdeen ____ Mallaig
3. What is the name of Scotland's old-est distillery? ____ Glenmorangie ____ Glen Grant ____ Glenturret ____ Glenlivet
4. On a stormy night in December 1879, a train travelling across a bridge fell into a river when the cen-tral section collapsed. Which river was it crossing? ____ Forth ____ Spey ____ Dee ____ Tay 5. Where would you find the William Wallace Monument? ____ Stirling ____ Aberdeen ____ Glasgow ____ Dundee 6. What is the highest mountain (or munro) in Scotland? ____ Aonach Mòr ____ Ben Macdhui ____ Ben Nevis ____ Cairn Gorm
7. Which Princess was born at Glamis Castle? ____ Princess Michael ____ Princess Margaret ____ Princess Beatrice ____ Princess Diana 8. What is Scotland’s official religion? ____ Presbyterian ____ Roman Catholic ____ Methodist ____ Anglican 9. “Loch Lomond” is Scotland’s na-tional anthem” ____ True ____ False 10. A slope or hill in Scotland is called a "brae"? ____ True ____ False Answers can be found on page 12.
Scottish Trivia- This Is Too Easy
Grand Prior of the Scots- Raymond Morris
Half a tomato, broiled with cheese on top A rasher of bacon, which in the UK is more like thinly sliced ham Potato, or tattie, scone (rhymes with gone) Link sausage, or banger Sautéed mushrooms Baked beans (yes, for breakfast) One egg, fixed any way you like Black pudding (which is anything but a dark chocolate dessert)
The Bailiwick has received a new bolt of our tartan. It has gone up in price and is now selling at $63 a yard and this includes postage. Please get in touch with me if you like to purchase this material.
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May 11 Priory Executive Board Meeting – Good Sir Jame
18 CHARITY, Ronald MacDonald House, Or
Good Sir James
30 Feast Day of Jeanne d’ Arc
June 08 Commandery of Saint Cuthbert CONVENT – Anderson, CA 15 CHARITY, British Home Tea, Sierra Madre, CA 23/24 Anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn, 1314
July 13 CHARITY, Orange County Food Bank, Orange – Good Sir James
August 17 CHARITY, Los Angeles Food Bank, Los Angeles – An Crun
September 21 Priory Executive Board Meeting –An Crun
October 19 CHARITY, Operation Care Giver, Packing –Athlit
November 05 Guy Fawkes Night
09 Postulants Reception – The Prior’s Home, Anaheim Hills
10 Priory of Robert the Bruce INVESTITURE –
1St Presbyterian Church, Anaheim 10 Priory of Robert the Bruce Officers Mess – Foxfire Restaurant, Anaheim Hills 11 CHARITY, Hat packing for troops –Athlit
Saint Andrews Day, patron Saint of Scotland
December 14 Priory Christmas Party – Claremont 25 Christmas Day 26 Boxing Day January 01 HOGMANAY 2014
August 5 2013: Investiture, renewing wedding vows, and dinner of - Canapés and drinks, soup with roll, Balmoral Chicken with Whisky Sauce and vegeta-bles, Cranachan, coffee with oatcakes and cheese.
PRIORY OF ROBERT THE BRUCE CALENDAR
Answers to Scottish Trivia from page 11:
1. Falkirk Wheel; 2. Mallaig; 3. Glen-turret; 4. Tay; 5. Stirling; 6. Ben Nevis; 7. Princess Mar-garet; 8. ; 9. False; 10. True
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Editors Column By Chev. Robert E Ryder, KTJ, of SW Missouri
Greetings!
This issue is a wee bit late – end of April. My apol-ogy! I desire the Victor to reach you: January, April, July, and October of a given yearly calendar. The reason of being almost off schedule and it is a good excuse: both of our SMOTJ Priories are very active with their Investitures and Convents. As Editor, it is most important to include both in the most current newsletter.
Note: Commandery of St. Cuthbert and Com-mandery of Bon Accord provided for this newsletter a brief write-up of their gathering and charities. Thank
you!
What about other Commanderies, and Precepto-ries, etc. Please provide to your Prior of your activities and send it approved to the Editor - newsletter??
The moment is getting near for many of us to travel to the Motherland of Scotland, and it is almost a step back in time. Yet, of those who will “pond-jump” [fly over the Atlantic], we will “come together” on the 5 August 2013 for the Investiture and dinner. More about this event will be in the July issue of the Victor.
Cheers!
