The Light Blues from the South Eastern Group and the Eccles Group came together once more for a Light Blues Club sponsored breakfast in a repeat of the previous successful event held at Urmston Masonic Hall
Both light blues and senior brethren alike demonstrated the spirit of fraternal friendship by joining across groups in camaraderie and for wide ranging Masonic discussion over a deliciously cooked breakfast. The event organiser, Wayne Devlin of Flixton Lodge No 4869, was clearly pleased by the continued success ahead of the South Eastern Group and Eccles Group amalgamation later this year.
The meeting, in a somewhat more relaxed atmosphere than an average lodge meeting, enables the relatively inexperienced ‘Light Blues’ to take advantage of the more experienced brethren in seeking guidance on various Masonic matters, both ritualistic and charitable. Newer members were able to gain various perspectives on progressing through the ranks within the lodges and occupying the chair of King Solomon, without too much being given away!
Events like these really showcase the greatest benefits of Freemasonry to society in general and the well-attended event indicates a bright future for the forthcoming Trafford Group as current members build relationships which will stand all members in good stead for the future, with various levels of Masonic experience being pooled.
The future direction of the new group is still relatively uncertain, but by assembling current lodge members together, it is hoped that immense value and friendship will be gained by pointing the way forward for all concerned wherever they may meet.
As the Light Blues breakfast epitomises, the union of these groups is set to strengthen local Freemasonry through fraternal means and it is hoped that the next Light Blues breakfast will continue to bring together brethren from the Eccles Group and South Eastern Group in support of not only the joint Light Blues Club, but Freemasonry in general in this area of the Province of West Lancashire.
The breakfast was held at Urmston Masonic Hall, the 1881 building was a full cooked breakfast plus tea and coffee. At just £10 per head, it was very well received by the many who availed themselves of it and also, together with the raffle, not only promoted useful Masonic discussion but also raised £110 for local charities in a most enjoyable atmosphere.