VOLUME LXXXVII • NUMBER 1 • JANUARY 2011VOLUME LXXXX • NUMBER 1 • JANUARY 2015

Happy New Year to our Kosair Nobility and family members! A new year brings new challenges and opportunities to do more and build on our previous accomplishments. As Freemasons and Shriners we should always strive to improve ourselves and make a positive difference in our relationships, in the lives of those we serve and our community. Kosair Shriners is indeed, the strongest fraternal organization in Kentuckiana and our name alone speaks of goodwill, fun, fellowship and philanthropy. I trust that we will continue to work together in harmony to achieve our goals and foster our mission as Shriners during the coming year.

What an outstanding year we enjoyed in 2014! There are so many Nobles and ladies who made the past year a success for Kosair. While our primary emphasis was remodeling our new headquarters, we enjoyed an abundance of Shrine activities, entertainment, special events and travel. I will leave the office of Potentate with

K o s a i r S h r i n e r s mourns the loss of our esteemed Noble, Samuel Swope. Noble Swope was an active Shriner for over 50 years and longtime member of the Kosair Motor Corps. His commitment to the Shriners mission of helping children is legendary, not only in his philanthropy but through his service. Noble Sam served Kosair Char i t ies as Chairman of the Board and Emeritus b o a r d m e m b e r ,

generously lending his time and talents on behalf of our Kosair Kids®.

As the Fraternity of Kosair Shriners, we are grateful for Sam’s contribution to us within the purchase of our new property and we will remain mindful of this testimony to his generosity. Noble Swope will forever be remembered as a pillar of the Louisville community, a great leader in business, a generous man in his personal relationships and selfless philanthropist. Kosair Shriners was honored to count him among our Nobility and his contributions to our Fraternity and our purposes will remain immortal. May he find perfection and peace in the Oasis of Eternal Rest.

Yours In The Faith,B. Shawn Warren, Potentate

Help Kosair Kids® with memorial gifts to help Kosair Charities!po Box 37370; louisville, KY 40233-7370! rememBer a loved one or shrine Brother and

insure Kosair’s aBilitY to CarrY on our tradition of Care for Children. for more information Call 502-637-7696 or visit www.Kosair.org

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Ladies Oriental ClubBy Carol Grant

The Ladies Oriental Club December meeting was a dinner meeting, with our guest speaker for the evening being Bruce Lott, from the Masonic Homes of Kentucky. He told us all what was happening at the Masonic Homes of Kentucky and the wonderful care they give senior citizens, in our community, as well as the Sproutlings Day Care Center for special care children. Sproutlings was made possible by a gift of $1.2 million from Kosair Charities. We gave Bruce a check for $204.00 for the residents of the home to be used for “fun and fellowship” and our collection of jewelry for the ladies, which Bruce said is always appreciated.

Our Seng Jewelry give-a-way was won by a surprised Teresa Morgan.

The Christmas Party was held on December 9th, with about 50 in attendance, the Ladies Oriental Club was proud to give our check to Jerry Ward, Chairman of the Board, of Kosair Charities, in the amount of $6,650.00, this being the total from all of our fundraisers throughout the year. This makes our total gifts to Kosair Charities….$193,824.65, since our beginnings over75 years ago. We exchanged gifts with each other and enjoyed the music on the piano, by Michael Crush. Michael is the grandson of Frank and Betty Muckey. It was a great party!

At the January meeting we will have the election of officers, the officers will be installed following the election and jump right into their new duties. Good Luck Ladies.

There are many new events and fund raisers planned for the coming year, start the new year out right, by coming to the meetings, listening to the speakers and working for the Kids of Kosair Charities.

Keep a smile on your face – it makes people wonder what you’re up to and then add a soundtrack to your smile by giving a laugh!

Have a Happy and Healthy New Year!

Called Meeting notiCeKosair sHriners a.a.o.n.M.s.

Friday, February 20, 2015 – 7:30 p.m. (EST), at Kosair Shrine812 S. 2nd Street; Louisville, KY

Purpose of the Called Meeting is to vote on the Temple budget for 2015,discuss and approve the Temple audits for 2014.

Wear your fez. 2015 dues card is necessary for admission.

Yours in the Faith,JR Riggs, Potentate

Attest: Eddie Chrisman, PP, Recorder

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Meetings 1st and 3rd Tuesday7:00 p.m. in the Yoshi room at

Kosair TempleChapter Dad

B. Shawn Warren 995-8293

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Flowers for the Living

Dr. Mary E. Fallat and Walker Family Kevin and Nancy Grove Stephen Lutz Joe and Libby Newell oneMD Middleton ReutlingerMRS. VIRGINIA FRYE Mrs. Sharon P. Ahlhaus Jo Barrett Chandler and Patricia Blewett Michael and Jill Bradley James and Jennie Bryan Randy and Christe Coe Jerry and Mary Lou Elder Mr. Donald Fusting Larry and Jennie Gittings Mary L. Goff Butch and Suzette Govoni Judy Henry Harold and Gail Herman Roger and Willa Hines Jack and Joyce Kiper Kosair Greeterettes Ladies Oriental Club Lake of the Woods Homeowners Association John and Pauline Moyers Tom and Martha O’Bryan Carol Sewell Wendell P. Wright Theresa Yates Paul ZerkowLYDIA MARIE HAYCRAFT Bluegrass Internal Medicine PLLC Beth Flamion John and Pamela Hilgenhold Steven and Larena Lawson Gerald and Brenda Millay

Jennifer Millay Elmer and Angela Shelby Carl and Vickie Sommer St. Romuald Pre-K ClassNOBLE PAUL D. HUTZELMAN Kosair ShrinersNOBLE HERBERT C. JOHNSON, JR. Jo Barrett Randy and Christe Coe Butch and Suzette Govoni Jack and Joyce Kiper Kosair Shriners Ladies Oriental Club Ila T. Miller Carol Sewell Rella A. TowerNOBLE BOB JONES Jo JonesVIRGINIA ELIZABETH KEOWN Lillian CurtisNOBLE BILLY G. KIRBY Kosair ShrinersMRS. HELEN F. LANGLEY Helen Blankenbaker Randy and Christe Coe Butch and Suzette Govoni Ladies Oriental Club Kenneth and Lori OttHARRY MAHAGAN Rita DurbinELEANOR METCALF John and Mary Hackett G. SykesNORMA MIDDLETON Cave City Church Of ChristFREDERICK MILLS Marjorie MillsARCHIE J. MOORE Mary Ann JohnsonKAY NASH Lewis-Parkland Lodge No

638 F & A MMARTHA “PAT” NEVIN Martin and Clara Amlung Jo Barrett Bob and Barbara Campbell John and Julie Campbell Kosair Golf Club Claude and Betty Lane Mr. and Mrs. Edward F. Larkin John H. Nevin Pat Steiner Harold and Denise WebbKATHRYN A. POLSON Cave City Church Of ChristROGER PRICE Billy and Linda MillerJAMES J. QUIRE Mrs. Mary Ruth GerlachSHIRLEY A. RAMSEY Jackie RamseyNOBLE RALPH L. ROBERTS Kosair ShrinersGLORIA JEAN SCHMIDT Jim and Susan SchmidtGENE UPCHURCH Gary F. Carman Mr. and Mrs. Bobby SmithNOBLE WILLIAM ALLEN “BILL” WATKINS Matthew Bergamini Melvin and Sandy Herman Ericka R. Jackson Kosair Shriners Katherine L. Nally Stock Yards Bank & Trust Deborah L. WalkerMRS. KATHLEEN J. WHITWORTH Terry and Diana RagsdaleNOBLE FRANCIS WOLFF Kosair Shriners

IN HONOR OF

LOGAN AND ABBY BROCK Mr. Estel C. LogsdonBETTY BRONNER (RECOVERY FROM SURGERY) Mr. Erwin ShermanJACOB MILES EDGE Mike and Mary Pat GrayMARY LOUISE GRAY John and Patty GrayLINCOLN LAWSON Diane LehrCORRIENE LUCKETT Carolyn J. HeightchewOWEN MCMASTERS Mrs. Kathy L. BertoloneJASON AND JILL MCMEANS Brad WarrenMR. PATRICK MCSWEENEY Mrs. Kathy L. BertoloneMATTHEW L. PERRY Elbert and Jeanie GoinsMRS. ANN RINEHART (BIRTHDAY) Kosair ShrinersKARIS SANDEFUR Eleanor AldersonALBERTUS SMITH Joe M. SmithMRS. VIRGINIA WILSON (BIRTHDAY) Kosair Shriners

NOVEMBERMEMORIALS

JAMES W. BAKER Willard and Betty Franke Linda Laun Emmit and Kathy Lee Brad and Whitney Quiambao Betty Anne SandersLEVI WINDER BEDWELL Your ADP FamilyADAM JOSEPH BOHN Vulcan Fire SystemsNOBLE TED BURGIN Eddie and Pat Chrisman Randy and Christe Coe Kosair “Call Room Girls”MR. NORMAN L. CLARK Hazel ClarkMR. RICHARD COFFEY Mr. and Mrs. Christopher G. LagermannSYDNEY ELIZABETH CRITCHELOW Sheila Carman Stewart and Cheryl Dowell First State Bank Jeff and Tracy MattinglyNOBLE SHIRLEY L. DUGGINS, JR. Mrs. Louise DugginsLAYMON DURBIN Rita DurbinPAM IRENE VILLIER EGGERS Ronald and Patricia Goldstein Neil and Cheryl O’LearyNOBLE RICHARD K. FENLEY Bob and Anne Allison Randy and Christe Coe

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stated MeetingANNUAL MEETING NOTICE

Nobles, Please Take Note Of the Year 2015

Annual Meeting of Kosair Shriners and

Kosair Charities Committee, Inc.

Will be held at Kosair Shrine Center

812 S 2nd Street, Louisville, KY 40203

Friday, January 9, 2015, 7:30 p.m.

Kosair Shrine Officers and Directors of Uniformed bodies and Clubs will make annual reports. Any business or reports specifically called for in the bylaws of Kosair Shriners or Kosair Charities

Committee, Inc. will be presented or acted upon. Kosair Shriners may act upon any business, which properly comes before the Temple. The installation of Shrine Officers for 2015 will be held at the

conclusion of the meeting.

Your 2015 dues card is necessary for admission. The Recorder’s Office will be open to receive dues. A Fez is also required for admission. Dress appropriately.

Yours in the Faith,

B Shawn Warren, Potentate, Kosair Shriners

Chairman of the Board, Kosair Charities Committee, Inc

Attest: Eddie Chrisman, PP, Recorder, Kosair Shriners

Attest: Eddie Chrisman, PP, Secretary Kosair Charities , Committee, Inc

Kosair Shriners (and Imperial Council Bylaws):325.11 Election Regulations:

(a) Electioneering. A candidate for an elected office in a Shrine temple may print, publish and circulate during the year he is seeking the elected office, a resume consisting of his educational

background, his vocational history and his Masonic and Shrine record. Except as provided in the prior sentence, the printing, publication, circulating or distribution of resolutions, letters, telegrams, tickets, email or other devices, by a unit, club, Noble or group of Nobles, suggesting, recommending,

opposing, or containing the names of proposed candidates for office in the temple is prohibited. (b) Expenditures Prohibited. The expenditure of money for gifts, favors, or entertainment on behalf of

a candidate for elected office is prohibited. (c) Violation. For any violation of (a) or (b), the Imperial Potentate may suspend any offending Noble,

and he may declare the election of the officer’s void and order a new election. (d) Notice. At least one week prior to the annual meeting or any election, the temple Recorder shall

mail to each member a notice thereof containing this section.

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GreetersBy, Gordon E. Berry, PP

The 2015 Greeter Officers were installed as part of the 2014 Greeter Holiday Party festivities by Greeter David Owen, PP, assisted by Eddie Chrisman, PP, Recorder. Greeters Harold Herman and Perry Strader was recognized by receiving Honorary Greeter member awards. Everyone who attended the Holiday Party enjoyed an evening of good food and entertainment.

The Greeter Unit welcomes new members Don Lashbrook and Lady Denise, Mike Bryant and Lady Ruth. The 2015 Greeter Officer’s are as follows:

President, Kent Gott; First Vice President Alton Roberts, PP; Second Vice President, Joe Graves; Third Vice President, George Younger; Membership Officer, Harold Herman and Secretary/Treasurer, Gordon Berry, PP; Jack Kiper will serve as the 2015 Greeter Unit Director.

The January executive committee meeting will be on Monday, January 12th beginning at 5:00 PM, the regular Greeter Meeting will begin at 7:00 PM, Hospitality will be served beginning at 6:00 PM.

Happy January Birthday to Greeters – Don Morgan on the 3rd, Gordon Berry 4th, and Harold Herman on the 17th.

During the month of January, Greeter membership anniversaries will be celebrated by Perry Strader 6th, Ron Craig 24rd, Randy Coe 17th, Sherman Harris 16th, Lou Flamm his 11th. Greeterette birthdays for January are Betty Vaughn on the 16th, Helena Schildnecht on the 21st, and Kathryn Gross on the 28th.Greeter Door Duty for JanuaryJanuary 2 – Norbert ArringtonJanuary 9 – Tom CissellJanuary 16 – Ron CraigJanuary 23 – George YoungerJanuary 30 – Kent Gott

several fond memories of special times with my Kosair family.

As the remodeling of our new building comes to a close, I want to thank the Nobility of Kosair for their confidence in the Planning Committee and elected Divan. Such an extraordinary project could have been polarizing for our membership but all of you came together in a spirit harmony and supported us throughout the project. The end result will be a Shrine center that we will all be proud of, a building that will represent the positive values of our Order well into the future. It is noteworthy that the project began in earnest in July; will be completed within nine months and well under the appropriated budget. Congratulations to all of you on this marked achievement and I hope that every Unit and Club will grow and prosper in our new home.

W e h a d s e v e r a l o t h e r accomplishments in 2014 including your Divan successfully operating

the Temple on very well executed budget and preparing internally for the move to our new location. We had significant, positive media exposure this year for both Kosair Shriners and Kosair Charities. Thanks to our webmaster, Noble Darrell Waddell, for expanding our communications via email, our website and social media via Facebook. Our Units and Clubs supported each other with parties and dances like never before. While we created a comparatively small number of new Nobles, our Generalissimo staff, Ritual Cast, Directors Staff and other participating units offered us three, high quality Ceremonials.

Thanks to our Recorder’s office and Shrine Club staff for working with us during an often challenging time of transition. Your hard work and loyalty to Kosair is appreciated by all of the Nobility. To the members of the elected Divan, I appreciate your support of our objectives, your friendship and your commitment to a productive style of fraternal leadership. I wish our Potentate-Elect, Noble

J.R. Riggs, a successful and rewarding year in office. I pledge my continued support to him, the Divan and Nobility as he assumes the often heavy mantle of this office.

As we enter a new year, and move on from design to design, let us not forget the several Nobles who passed through the “Unseen Portal” in 2014. Their memories we cherish as they are now enjoying the benefits and peace of the Eternal Oasis. We must carry on and fulfill the labor they have entrusted to us.In closing, I can sincerely say that I have enjoyed my tenure on the Divan of Kosair and consider it an honor to have served as Potentate. In some small measure, I hope Kosair is better for what I have attempted to give. I look forward to continuing my Masonic and Shrine journey, enjoying friends and making new ones. I will remain at the service of our Fraternity.

Thank you all!Yours In The Faith,B. Shawn Warren, Potentate

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see all the smiles on the children’s faces.

Several Funsters did a double duty one Saturday in assisting kids with shopping and then we headed out to Bowman field to see Santa fly in for Spina Bifida children.

It’s always a pleasure for us Funsters, to see smiles on the children’s faces when the Funsters are around and then when Santa flies by, the smiles had grown bigger and bigger.

That’s what our intentions are. That’s to put smiles on kids of all ages from one to a hundred and one, we don’t care as long as they can smile.

The officers this past year, took their positions with pride and integrity. With the new officers, I’m sure we will be directed forward for the kids. With our new officers, let’s show them our support.

Congradulations on new Elective and Appointive Divan members who will guide us forward in our new Temple. So let’s get behind them and assist them in whatever that needs to be done to make this year a great year.

And let’s not forget our Potentate of 2014, Shawn Warren, and his Divan in getting the train moving in the right direction in getting the new temple built.

Let’s not stop there Nobles, we need to stay behind the new Divan of 2015 and his staff in continuing to build OUR Temple stronger and more productive.

For you new Nobles, if you are interested in becoming a Funster, we meet on the same Monday as our Unit Directors meeting. Feel free to come down to our unit and see what we are all about.

Next month is circus month on February 5th through the 8th. We all need to be there to assist the circus chairman in making this one of the best that we have. And if there are any Nobles out there on the Monday before the circus not doing anything, we sure could use you to assist in hanging the banners up and the following Monday, assist us in taking them down but, most of all we need all able body Nobles at the circus to help out with the circus any how, just to make this circus fantastic.

Well! That’s all for now and from me and the Funsters, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Dennis (GABBY) Hardin

Can You Name These Kosair Nobles from 2000?

Funsters

Well! From all of us Funsters, we wish all of our brothers and their families had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. And we wish that the upcoming year be joyful and bright and that everyone has a safe year.

For the last time, we had a wonderful time for our children and grandchildren, of our annual Christmas party that was held in the ballroom of the old Temple, because next year, it will be held in our new Temple. There were kids of all ages and sizes that came out to see Santa and Mrs. Claus. Everyone had a good time.

We also assisted Kosair Charities in their annual Christmas party that was held at Crowne Plaza. They all came to see Santa and his bride, Mrs. Claus. Not only were the Funsters there but, many different clubs and units assisted in helping out with the children to make their visit easier for Santa and Mrs. Claus. It was fantastic to

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Street MachinesBy, Edd Fisher

As we begin a new year, we look ahead to what lies in store for us.There is a calendar full of challenges ahead for everyone at Kosair.

We have the Kosair Shrine Circus in early February. That is our big event for the spring and sets the tone for the entire year.

In late February, we will be moving to the new location. New

meeting rooms, banquet hall and refreshment station. It will be a challenge to everyone.

The Street Machines members are looking for Spring. We have our annual car show scheduled for April 19, 2015 to be held at the Bullitt County Shrine Club located just outside Shepherdsville, Ky. off of

Highway 44 east. We have had great participation from clubs, units and Nobles everywhere. We will be collecting sponsorship for our trophies and door prizes. Last year we had over 40 trophies and nearly 100 vehicles on display. I hope to see you there.

Then as spring turns into summer we will have the parade season. We all hope to have great weather so

that we can all turn out and shine.

We continue to have our monthly dinners together. Our November Drive and Dine was held at Bistro 42 in Prospect. It is owned by Linda Key, the wife of fellow Noble Marty Key and Joyce and Bob Reader.

Attending the Drive and Dine were Clare and Illustrious Sir Dave Juergens, Janice and Noble Marshall Geoghegan, Pam and Noble Mark Galloway, Billie and Noble Bill Foster, Dorothy and Noble Hubert Huffman and Candy and Noble Ed Embry.

The Kosair Street Machines meet on the fourth Monday of each month (except for December because of the Holidays) at Kosair just after the Unit Directors meeting.

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Kosair contributes over $10 million annually to health care for children

Kosair Boat ClUB

Kent Gott, CommodoreGeorge younger, Vice CommodoreJohn Reber, Sr., Rear Commodore

Henry Watson, Sr. Purser

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Hillbilly Clan 3

HOWDY CUZZ’NS and all ‘FLATLANDER-SHRINERS’ (those who have not taken the GRAND and GLORIOUS HILLBILLY DEGREE…YET!!). As Hillbilly’s of the Derby City Clan No. 3, our goal is to do the ‘Noble’ work of ‘Having Fun while Helping Children’!

Come on out to our little meet and greet on the 4th Sunday of the month at AAHMED GROTTO, 10703 W. Manslick Road, Louisville (Fairdale) KY 40118, at 1:30 p.m. We will have some good ‘vittles and ‘camels milk’ while we plan the year, start working on the ‘Hillbilly Cadillac’ for the parade season and gather the Clan to work on the 35th INTERNATIONAL HILLBILLY CONVENTION to be held at the TRI-COUNTY SHRINE CLUB, http://www.tricountyshrineclub.com/, August 31 through September 4, 2016. Call Jim Carter, Keeper of the Quill, at (502) 777-1616 if you would like to volunteer! You can’t put a price on what Hillbilly’s do for children, so we do it for nothing!

Herb Zimmerman - RabanThomas Elmore - Keeper of the Cobb

leading tHe WaY For Kids

Kids shall be helped at the new Shriners Hospitals for Children Medical Center to be located on the University of Kentucky HealthCare Campus in Lexington, KY. A $250,000 initial gift was presented in October.

Presenting the check are, from left to right: H.I. Stroth, Jr., Director of Corporate Giving for SHC; Jerry Ward, Chairman of the Board, Kosair Charities; Kirk Carter, Chairman of the Board of SHC-Lexington; Tony Lewgood, Hospital Administrator; and Imperial Sir Jeff Sowder, Imperial Oriental Guide.

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The Rite Stuff

The New Year is upon us. It’s time to escort 2014 out and usher the New Year 2015 in. You have a chance to start the New Year with a clean slate. Make reasonable resolutions that are easily attainable. Don’t give yourself the opportunity to fail “HAPPY NEW YEAR!” Here are the upcoming events for January 2015:

Beginning Thursday January 1st. We will have our annual NEW YEAR’S DAY reception. The time is 12 noon to 3p.m. at Louisville Scottish Rite. Once again families and friends are invited. Come on down, greet old friends and make new ones. Don’t forget to pick up you souvenir glass. If you are unable to come downtown visit one of

Commemoration of the dedication of The House of the Temple 1915)

Top Hat Gun Club

Well, as you could guess the elections are over. And yes there were not many people there so I was nominated and won the 2nd vice seat. I feel lucky to be part of the Top Hat Gun Club. I would like to wish all of our sick a speedy recovery. I hope you all had a very safe and fun filled Thanksgiving and Christmas. Hope to see you at the next meeting which is held on the first Monday of each month at 6:30 P.M. at the Shrine Temple. Hope we will be in the new Temple sometime in February. Hopefully the newsletter contributions improve with time. I will try to be more informative in thefuture. Keep your power dry and your aim straight.

Respectfully, Alan Whitlow

the Scottish Rite Clubs in your area.

On Thursday January 8th. There is a Stated Meeting. Refreshments will be served at 6:30p.m. with the meeting to follow. We will also have the election of officers for the Chapter Rose Croix and The Consistory.

On Thursday January 15th there will be a 33rd Degree Club dinner at the Temple. Ladies are invited. The time and cost is to be determined. All 33rds will receive a letter.

On Thursday January 22nd there will be a FAMILY NIGHT DINNER. Dinner will be served at 6:30p.m. followed by the installation of officers for the Chapter Rose Croix and The Consistory in the auditorium. As always there is no cost for the meal. Please call the Scottish Rite office 584-6185 and make reservations for you and your guest.

On Thursday February 12th we will have our Valentines Dinner for our wives and ladies. Dinner will be served a 6:30p.m. with a program to follow. Please call the Scottish Rite office 584-6185 and make reservations for you and your guest.

Have a HEALTHY, HAPPY AND TERRIFIC new year.

Bill Meyer, 33°, Wise MasterLouisville Chapter Rose CroixLouisville Scottish Rite

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Boat ClubJim szofer

The Boat Club enjoyed another fine year in 2014. During the last quarter of the year, we had the Commodore’s Ball on Saturday, October 4th. In addition to the many Shriners in attendance, there were several tables of ballroom dancers that took advantage of the excellent music by Joey Ethridge’s Mid-Life Crisis band. They had so much fun that they want to be invited back to next year’s Ball. On November 9th, we had our last Boat Club dinner for the year. It was held at Mike Linnig’s on the river. There were 29 members/spouses in attendance.

Fred Duke has done a great job in setting up dinner opportunities throughout the year. We appreciate Fred’s efforts, and enjoyed each outing. The last event for the year was the annual Boat Club Christmas Dinner at the Temple on Thursday, December 18th. A great time was had by all.

Lady Barb and I want to thank all of the Boat Club members and their spouses for participating in all of the various functions that we had, and for making this such an enjoyable year. I also want to say a special thanks to Sherry Gott and Donna Etheridge for their tireless help all year. They both did whatever was needed to make a successful event or function. Thanks again. I hope you all had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!

Transportation UnitRoger HInes, Transportation Secretary

Probably by the time you read this Christmas 2014 will be over and we’ll be into year 2015. Hopefully Kosair will have moved into its new home, or will shortly. I believe the change will be good for Kosair by bringing in new membership and renewing old member enthusiasm.

During the past year several Transportation Unit members, or spouses, had some serious health issues. The latest is Brad Clark who recently suffered a broken hip. He was at the Corvette plant in Bowling Green when it happened so he had an uncomfortable ride coming home. I believe most readers know, or know of, Noble Carroll Laird. He recently became a 50 year member of Kosair. He is also a member of the Transportation Unit (for over 15 years) and has donated many hours driving children to and from medical appointments as needed. When you see Carroll give him a pat on the back for his Kosair contributions (also, for what it’s worth, he has never been known to turn down a free drink or free lunch).

As for our trip load for the October 15th through November 18th time frame we had 7 trips and drove 1807 miles for an average of 258 miles per trip.

An lastly, good luck and health in 2015 to all members and readers and especially the incoming Kosair Divan.

Roger Hines, Transportation Unit Secretary

Thought for the month: What do National Geography and Penthouse have in common------Both show wonderful places you’ll probably never visit

Volunteer driver - Noble Art Davis

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What I am Thankful For- Pastor Rene´ Brown, Living Faith Christian Ministries, Louisville, Kentucky

Good morning my friends and God bless you...we have a lot to be thankful for..

These are the parts of me, myself and my life that are difficult to verbalize and articulate at times, but have shaped my being and my human experience far more than the lighter more pleasant and picturesque moments have. And for that in itself, I am thankful.

1. I am thankful for all the things I never wanted to experience. The things I cried out against, and the ones that have felt nothing but unfair. What I want is oftentimes not what I need in the first place, and it’s through these experiences, and not getting things my way, I’ve grown the most.

2. I am thankful I have come to understand the range of emotions a human being is capable of experiencing. From the lowest of lows all the way to the highest of highs.

3. I am thankful I have experienced the weight of loving someone too much, so I know my heart is capable of such a feat.

4. I am thankful I have watched people walk out of my life, for it has helped me to understand the importance of making the most of what is in front of me, while I have the chance.

5. I am thankful I have watched

the same people return, for it has helped me see that nothing is certain, nothing is for sure. Life moves in circles and unruly shapes and patterns—not a straightforward path. Nothing is linear and it never will be.

6. I am thankful I carry with me the pieces of a broken heart, recognizing these pieces are not only a part of who I am today, but are valuable pieces of the puzzle of the person I am continuing to become.

7. I am thankful I have watched those who I look up to most fall apart, for it has helped me understand that with age comes both experience and wisdom, but no one is immune to feelings. It’s shown me that I am not the only one who carries a human heart, and the weight of the world on my shoulders.

8. I am thankful I have let parts of my life mean so much to me that their absence has driven me to fall apart to the point of feeling paralyzed, and down for the count.

9. I am thankful I have gotten back up—that at each and every one of these paralyzing turning points there was something that was there to grab me by the hand and pull me forward. Not something that was given to me by, or found within, someone else, but rather something that I was forced to find deep within myself

and bring to the surface all on my own accord.

10. I am thankful that somewhere in my soul I have been able to maintain faith that that there is a power greater than me who hasn’t given up on me yet. It’s because of my faith the size of a mustard seed that I am able to continue on every day.

Pastor Rene` is a graduate of Microbiological Studies at Oakland University of Auburn Hills, Michigan along with receiving an MBA in International Business from the University of Phoenix (cum laude).

A 26-year combat veteran of the United States Army and a two-time Bronze Star recipient, Pastor Rene` led many soldiers in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, Operation Restore Hope in Somalia, where he helped lead several Somalis to Christ and in Operation Iraqi Freedom in Baghdad, Iraq where he not only served in combat operations; but also served as a pastor for the local Armed Forces.

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Have You Moved?Your Temple does not care if

you move, when you move, or how you move but it certainly does care WHERE you move. Your address is never changed without instructions from you. Please notify the Recorder’s office each time you move.

Masonic Re-Obligation

Please join Chief Rabban JR Riggs and our brothers of Sunset Lodge in a Re-obligation of the Master Mason Degree. This solemn activity shall be conducted on Saturday January 10th during the Kosair Shriners organizational meeting. The organizational meeting shall begin at 10 AM in the ballroom of Kosair Shriners.

Please encourage all Nobles and Lodge Brothers to participate.

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NEW YEAR’S DAY

12:00 Noon Open House

12:00 Noon Patrol6:00 PM Gun Club6:30 PM Ladies Oriental7:30 PM Provost7:30 PM Communications8:00 PM Oriental Band

12:00 Noon Patrol6:00 PM Gun Club6:30 PM Ladies Oriental7:30 PM Provost7:30 PM Communications8:00 PM Oriental Band

12:00 Noon Hi 126:30 PM Dinner

12:00 Noon 32 Club

12:00 Noon 32 Club

11:00 AM Hard Hat Unit12:00 Noon 32 Club

11:00 AM Hard Hat Unit12:00 Noon 32 Club

6:00 PM Roustabouts

6:00 PM Scottish Rite Stated Meeting7:30 PM Brass Band

7:30 PM Brass Band

12:00 Noon Hi 12

6:30 PM DinnerDesserts: Motor Corps

6:00 PM Riasok/KC E’town

12:00 Noon Hi 126:30 PM DinnerDesserts: Funsters

7:00 PM DeMolay 7:00 PM Mark Twain

7:00 PM DeMolay 7:00 PM Mark Twain

Lincoln’s Birthday6:00 PM Scottish Rite Stated Meeting Valentine/Family Dinner7:30 PM Directors Staff7:30 PM Brass Band

7:00 PM Membership Committee7:30 PM Brass Band

12:00 Noon House Committee7:00 PM Membership Committee7:30 PM Brass Band

12:00 Noon House Committee6:00 PM Scottish Rite Stated Meeting7:30 PM Brass Band

12:00 Noon Hi 12 6:30 PM Dinner7:30 PM Called Meeting BudgetDesserts: Legion of Honor

12:00 Noon Hi 12

6:30 PM Grandmaster-Wilson Wilder –DinnerDesserts: Oriental Ladies

7:00 PM Greeters7:30 PM Sandbugs8:00 PM Oriental Band

10:00 AM Circus2:00 PM Circus7:00 PM Circus

7:00 PM Greeters7:30 PM Sandbugs8:00 PM Oriental Band

Washington’s Birthday

5:00 PM Divan Meeting7:00 PM Riasok Shrine Club8:00 PM Oriental Band

Martin Luther King Jr Day

5:00 PM Divan Meeting7:00 PM Riasok Shrine Club8:00 PM Oriental Band

11:30 AM Chanters

11:30 AM Chanters

10:00 AM Circus7:00 PM CircusTemple Closed after 4:30

10:00 AM Circus2:00 PM Circus7:00 PM Circus1:00 PM Grand Lodge District meeting #’s 12,13, 14 Luncheon

Valentine’s Day

8:00 PM Boat Club Valentine’s Dance

8:00 PM Oriental Band MardiGras Party

12:00 Noon Hi 127:30 PM Stated Meeting Kosair Charities Annual Mtg Divan Installation of Officers

10:00 AM Organizational Meeting & Masonic Re-obligation

10:00 AM Circus7:00 PM CircusTemple Closed after 4:30

6:00 PM Scottish Rite Stated Meeting7:30 PM Directors Staff7:30 PM Brass Band

Hillbillys (AAHMED GROTTO) 1:30pm

6:30 PM Unit Directors & Circus Meeting7:00 PM Nomads7:30 PM Flying Fezzes7:30 PM Funsters7:30 PM Street Machines7:30 PM Motor Corps8:00 PM Oriental Band

6:30 PM Unit Directors & Circus Meeting7:00 PM Nomads7:30 PM Flying Fezzes7:30 PM Funsters7:30 PM Street Machines7:30 PM Motor Corps8:00 PM Oriental Band

12:00 Noon Hi 12 6:30 PM DinnerTheme NightValentine’s Day Desserts: Greeters

12:00 Noon Hi 126:30 PM DinnerTheme NightDesserts: Boat Club

7:00 DeMolay7:00 PM Dale Hollow7:30 PM Legion of Honor7:30 PM Golf Club

7:00 PM DeMolay7:00 PM Dale Hollow7:30 PM Legion of Honor

KOSAIR TEMPLE A.A.O.N.M.S.812 S SECOND STLOUISVILLE KY 40203-2210

12:00 Noon Finance Committee5:00 PM Kosair Charities Board Meeting7:00 PM Oldham County7:00 PM Bullitt County

12:00 Noon Finance Committee5:00 PM Kosair Charities Board Meeting7:00 PM Oldham County7:00 PM Bullitt County

11:00 AM Transportation

11:00 AM Transportation