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Education and training providers
1 Introduction
This document lists in one place information on organisations and individuals that provide education or training in information and records management.
This guide is part of the guidance for the mandatory Information and records management standard , 2016 principle 1.4 "Organisations must have information and records management staff, or access to appropriate skills" and Implementation guide (G8) explanation "Your organisation must have staff with information and records management skills or be able to access this expertise."
The purpose of this document is to provide a resource for those in the information and records management sector seeking to develop their capabilities. The professional development opportunities are presented from targeted short courses progressively through to in-depth courses for capability development.
2 Introductory Level – Seminars, workshops and short courses
For people new to information and records management, Section 2 covers basic introductory concepts. However, both new and experienced practitioners can use these short courses to acquire targeted skills and knowledge.
2.1 ALGIM (Association of Local Government Information Management)
Workshops on a variety of information management topics and methods; face-to-face and at locations throughout New Zealand.
A regular programme of Information management webinars including topics such as:
the Public Records Act 2005,
Executive Sponsors, and
Retention and Disposal.
2.2 Allfields
The types of training include seminars, workshops, small and large groups, digital learning including Interactive e-Learning and digital video content. Industry standard authoring tools are used to create learning material in a variety of digital outputs, see examples.
Training Design and delivery – with all vendors and products commonly used.
Training solutions and strategies are customised for specific projects or organisational requirements, including upskilling staff.
2.3 i3 Information, Imagination, Insights
The types of training include workshops and training, including in-house options
i3 is independent of any specific software solution and their range of training services includes:
Strategic development workshops
Mentoring and professional development
Training needs analysis
Instructional design - i3 has experience designing information management courses to NZQA course standards.
2.4 Information Leadership
Short courses
Training calendar - Trainer led discussions, individual exercises and case studies - covering the main provisions of New Zealand recordkeeping legislation. The types of training include 1-2 day face-to-face training, e.g.
And Information Management Training
Office365/SharePoint courses include planning for new implementations, improving existing ones and implementation issues such as administration, deployment, support, regulatory, product compliance, and control.
Other training
Customised in-house courses - courses tailored to specific requirements; in-house courses provide the opportunity for teams to develop agreed solutions
Webinars, e.g. Recordkeeping and document management in Office 365.
Mentoring- cstomised to support specific development goals, with targeted skills acquisition by regular contact, feedback and planning sessions.
2.5 Infotrain
The types of training include face-to-face, 1-2 hours, half to full days. Training options include one-on-one training and mentoring, and workshops by request.
Examples of workshops include:
Records management essentials
Setting up successful records management programmes
Implementing new systems
Retention and Disposal.
Mentoring and Coaching.
2.6 Lindisfarne Information Consulting
Training services include the development of customised training programmes and procedures for ensuring new systems are understood and supported - Training aids. The types of training include face-to-face, one-on-one and groups.
2.7 Objective Corporation
The types of training include:
Workshops - Onsite, without charge - Various, based on industry research and case studies.
Short Courses - Face-to face, online, and eLearning options - A wide range of courses suitable for people in a variety of information and records management roles.
Webinars - Explore challenges; practical best practice insights for greater efficiency, quality and transparency.
2.8 Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
The types of training include:
Online learning, 10-12 hours per week for 16 weeks. Entry criteria applies.
Most courses can be undertaken individually as a Certificate of Proficiency - see the list of courses in the Bachelor of Library and Information Studies.
Principles of Records Management - managing records of all formats in Aotearoa New Zealand private and public sector organisations.
Archives Management - the principles and key practices associated with managing community, private and public sector archives and archival tāonga in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Principles of Information Management - the strategies required to facilitate the effective management of information in organisational systems.
Preservation and Digitisation* - the principles and practices associated with the digitisation and long- term preservation of records, written tāonga and other.
* Under development for 2020
2.9 Triptych
The types of training include face-to-face 1-2 day practical workshops which can be customised for individuals and groups by request. Courses include:
Care and handling for Libraries, Archives and Records
Disaster preparedness and response for Libraries
Archives and Records
Other, e.g. Enclose it, Box it
2.10 Victoria University of Wellington
Certificate of Proficiency - post Graduate, entry criteria apply, Online internet conference sessions averaging 12 hours per week for 12 weeks.
Managing Current Records, then select the relevant year option.
Theory, tools and strategies for ensuring records in the digital working environment are created and maintained in accordance with organisational and societal requirements.
Archival Systems, then select the relevant year option.
Theory, systems and strategies for determining those records worthy of long-term preservation; and their management in the digital age.
Digital Curation, then select the relevant year option.
Long-term preservation issues relating to digital objects, i.e. maintaining and adding value to a trusted body of digital information for current and future use.
Information Culture, then select the relevant year option.
Explore the attitudes and behaviours of individuals towards information and the influences of these on the management of information and records.
3 Qualifications
For people wanting to develop in-depth knowledge, analysis skills, and increasing levels of capability.
These courses are suitable for people with a range of pre-existing education and skills and are relevant for new entrants to experienced practitioners. They are presented, in advancing levels by provider, from introductory to increasing levels of information and records capability and career progression.
3.1 Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
New Zealand Diploma in Records and Information Management
New Zealand Diploma in Records and Information Management, Level 6 NZQA
Learn to manage organisational information in ways that address business, governance, research and storage requirements.
Develop a practical and strategic understanding of the creation and use of physical and digital records, archives and other types of organisational information. Acquire skills in developing and implementing policy, strategy, standards and practice in ethical ways – to meet legislation and organisational requirements within unique working environments. The five core courses are:
Principles of Records Management
Principles of Information Management
Digital Asset Management*
Archives Management
Preservation and Digitisation*
with one optional course:
Cultural Competencies in the Information Environment*
Knowledge of Organisation Systems
Each course is a minimum of 10-12 hours per week for 16 weeks, learning is by on-line delivery, and entry criteria applies. See Certificate of Proficiency options for individual courses.
*Under development for 2020.
Bachelor of Library and Information Studies
Bachelor of Library and Information Studies, Level 7 NZQA
This qualification will prepare you for a career in library, archives, information or records management. It will suit those who wish to work in a range of roles in the information and records management sector.
Gain knowledge to apply evidence-based practice to the collection, organisation and management of physical and digital media. The degree consists of 15 core courses and three optional including:
Principles of Records Management
Principles of Information Management
Archives Management
Digital Asset Management*
Preservation and Digitisation*
*Under development for 2020.
18 courses each a minimum 10-12 hours per week for 16 week, learning is by on-line delivery, and entry criteria apply.
Bachelor of Applied Science (Unspecified major)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Unspecified major), Level 7 NZQA
This is a generalist degree. The New Zealand Diploma in Records and Information Management or another suitable diploma can progress into it. The degree consists of four core courses and 14 elective courses.
18 courses each a minimum 10-12 hours per week for 16 week, learning is by on-line delivery, and entry criteria apply.
Graduate Certificate in Library and Information Leadership
Graduate Certificate in Library and Information Leadership, Level 7 NZQA
This qualification will prepare you for a range of leadership roles in libraries, archives or records management. It is suitable either for people with roles in management or a strategic focus in designing and leading change, and those seeking career progression. The graduate certificate consists of three courses:
Critical Perspectives for Library and Information Professionals
Strategy and Planning in Information Organisations
Leadership and Advocacy for Information Professionals.
Three courses each a minimum 10-12 hours per week for 16 weeks, online Learning, and entry criteria apply.
*Under development for 2020
3.2 Te Wānanga o Raukawa
Heke Puna Maumahara – Diploma in Information Management
Heke Puna Maumahara – Diploma in Information Management, NZQA L5, 1-year introductory
Learning is entrenched in mātauranga Māori and applying these concepts when organising and retrieving information. It is based on tikanga and kaupapa Māori and knowledge management through a Māori world view.
For people wanting a career focused on preserving taonga, whether for marae, iwi, whānau, Māori organisation, library or museum; and seeking or currently in a role where they collect, access, store, design, implement, preserve and manage knowledge and systems.
Delivery by three day residential seminars, self-directed and online Learning.
Poutuarongo Puna Maumahara – Bachelor of Information Management
Poutuarongo Puna Maumahara – Bachelor of Information Management, NZQA L7
Progressing from the diploma this qualification aims to develop bilingual and bicultural managers of Māori information resources in organisations. It covers designing, implementing and managing information systems that are suitable for whakapapa based rōpū, Māori groups and organisations in general.
Delivery by residential seminars, self-directed learning and online delivery. Application criteria: completion of Heke Puna Maumahara – Diploma in Information Management.
3.3 Victoria University of Wellington
Postgraduate Certificate in Information Studies
Postgraduate Certificate in Information Studies, with specialisation in archives and records
This course is suitable if you have an existing degree and are wanting to develop an information and records specialisation. It provides an overview of the information professions including legislation and policies and issues facing the profession such as copyright, cybersecurity, and privacy. The specialisation is:
Managing current records
Archival systems.
Entry criteria - a degree or professional experience accepted by the programme director.
Postgraduate Certificate in Information Studies
Postgraduate Certificate in Information Studies, with specialisation in archives and records Progress from the postgraduate certificate by adding courses in:
Information access and use
Plus one elective.
Master of Information Studies
Master of Information Studies, with specialisation in archives and records
This qualification provides a technology-focused and research-based education in information organisation.
Government departments, businesses, libraries, museums and archives all need people who can identify relevant information, retrieve it, organise it and make sure people can access it.
Become expert in managing information, gaining skills in management and communication, information technology, research methods.
Delivery by on-line with evening lectures, and entry criteria apply. Each course averages 12 hours per week for 12 weeks.
4 Scholarships, Funding, Awards
Association of local government information management
ALGIM Awards - IRM Training and Development award
Awarded to one person each year who is working within information management at a local authority. It provides the opportunity to attend a conference or course of choice as approved by ALGIM.
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Follow this link for details of other Scholarships, awards and financial assistance.
Te Wānanga o Raukawa
Specific criteria scholarships
Te Wānanga o Raukawa Foundation Scholarships.
Open criteria scholarships – apply by January; and Ōtaki and Porirua Trusts Board Scholarships.
Victoria University of Wellington
Scholarships (scroll down to find relevant scholarships).
5 International
The organisations listed in section 5 provide international training resources which may have relevance for practitioners working in the New Zealand environment.
Please note there are differences between the New Zealand, Australian and the United States legislative, operational, and cultural environments and how information and records are managed.
5.1 Australasian - Liquid Learning
Running over 300 events and per year and having helped 75,000+ delegates they focus on leadership as the key to unlocking personal and professional success.
The types of training include two day workshops with a facilitator, summits, forum; and conferences with 15-20 speakers.
Training opportunities focus on developing leadership capability and may include strategy, transformation, and developing business skills like effective communication, information governance, understanding changing roles, and topical trends and issues. To find upcoming events with a focus on information and records management – from the home page - filter by Role: "ICT, Knowledge and IM", then by location.
5.2 Australasian - RIMPA (Records & Information Management Professionals Australasia)
RIMPA is the longest serving association for industry practitioners in the southern hemisphere. They actively promote best practice, set industry standards and foster professional development across all business sectors and educational institutions.
While training is targeted to the Australian market, many courses a generic and are generally half to full days. RIMPA can provide specialist trainers for these topics:
Records Management Fundamentals (RM101)
Records Classification
Digital Records
Implementing EDRMS
Records Management Strategies.
Accredited Qualifications
Accredited Qualifications - Introductory to Advanced
Institutions and providers formally recognised by RIMPA have had their course curricula tested against RIMPA expertise and knowledge of best practice, the ISO Standard for Records Management 15489, and if applicable the Recordkeeping Competency Standards.
5.3 Australian - Linked Training
Training resources support the development of information and records management professionals from beginner to advanced user, e.g. HP Records Manager (ex-TRIM) with delivery is by single and multi-day courses.
eLearning options are available for Application training, e.g. Content manager, and HP Records Manager (ex-TRIM).
5.4 Australian - National Archives of Australia
A range of training programmes and resources to develop information and records management capability - Support and professional development. While some content is Austrailan specific, generic content is useful, e.g. business information, metadata, email, description, and digital records - eLearning – short videos, presentation
5.5 United States - AIIM (Association for Information and Image Management)
For information professionals - Training and Certification options.
5.6 United States - ARMA International
(Previously titled Association of Records Managers and Administrators)
IMasters - webinars - Live or on-demand
ARMA International Certificate programs - Certification requirements, course offerings, Certificate program
Resources including R/IM Standards and best practice
5.7 United States - Institute of Certified Records Managers (ICRM)
ICRM is an international certifying organisation of, and for professional records and information managers.
Type of offering - Certified Records Manager (CRM). Attaining the CRM designation is based on educational background, professional work experience, and passing the six-part examination.
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Legal Cannabis Sales Are Skyrocketing
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This one is admittedly pretty tricky! It comes way too close to the "pushing them to make positive changes" boundary, which is almost guaranteed to make the person you're pushing NOT want to make any changes at all.
I wish someone had told my mom about this when I was younger, because she pushed and pushed and PUSHED! Of course, every time she pushed me, I balked like a stubborn donkey and would not make any changes at all. As easy as it would be to blame my mom for my unhealthy lifestyle lasting as long as it did, I can't, because she was right that my lifestyle was completely and totally unhealthy but at the same time, it's the old "lead a horse to water" scenario. The more she kept nagging me about it, the more I tuned her out and just plain got mad about it. For most people, nagging does not work- it only makes people mad. It certainly does for just about everyone in my family. Angry people do not listen- they are too caught up in being angry!
But this also puts family members and friends in a bit of an awkward position. Someone you care about is trying to make positive health changes, either losing weight or getting fitter (usually both) and you want to be supportive without being a nag. What the heck do you do? How does this change your relationship, if it even does? Do you try to be supportive or do you pretend nothing has changed at all? If you pretend nothing has changed, does that mean you're not being supportive and being a bad friend?
I know it's been a bit of a challenge for my friends, because most of our get-togethers revolve around food, as I'm sure most people's do. We get together for lunch, for movies, for festivals that usually have a lot of food involved, and of course they want to be supportive, but at the same time, they don't want to get stuck eating salad after salad because of where we go to eat. There are a couple of places that they really love that have absolutely delicious bad-for-you food. If it's not beer-battered and deep fried, it's full of refined carbs and sugar. There's very little on those menus that fall in my eating plan. Our normal plan of action is to choose a place on consensus, so if one of us has had sandwiches or Chinese all week and really wants something else, we figure it out, but sometimes, they really want to go to that Bad-for-You place, so I can either veto it or just lump it and make the best choices I can when I get there. (It's a struggle for us too- do we stop eating out with our friends or do we just go off the reservation each time we do? There's always an adjustment for someone!)
Most of the time with my friends, it's not a problem, because they are considerate about my eating changes and I'm not a freaked out drill sergeant when it comes to choices. If I know we are going to a place that doesn't have the best choices, I make some adjustments beforehand, like not eating any carbs or not eating any fat or sometimes just not eating! I meet my dad for lunch a couple of times a month and the place he likes best has a salad bar, which really works for me, but I also make it a habit not to have breakfast before we go, because I know I'm going to be having more calories than usual for lunch. Most of it is veggies, protein and some fat, which is what my breakfast and lunch would be on a normal day anyway; I just lump it into one meal when I see him.
This weekend is another example of eating out with my friends: we are having a pet play date, which means I drop my dog at their place and we go to lunch (usually after the rugrats are a little worn out and ready for a break). Lunch can be anything and we usually pick the place when we meet up; it can be sandwiches, Mexican, Italian or Asian. It usually depends on what they have been having all week, since my eating is pretty standard these days, and this time of year, "lunch" usually includes a run by Starbucks for a Pumpkin Spice Latte.
"We are now entering the 'Adjustment Zone!'"
This process is really not that different from the way it's always been: we ask if there's anything anyone has really been wanting (for example, my friend & I are both big fans of KFC coleslaw, which is not that bad for you- yay!) or if there's anything anyone really wants to avoid (like having had sandwiches three days in a row), so it's generally a consensus and most of the places we go, I can choose something healthy or make healthier substitutions. If it is one of those notoriously bad-for-you places, my choice is either lump it or veto it, and out of consideration, they don't choose those places very often, and when they do, I usually choose to just lump it!
It's a whole lot harder when you live with the people who are making healthy changes! I remember times when my mom had the fridge or cabinets full of her "diet food" and I know some of my fitness friends have a really hard time when their kids or their spouse (who are not making healthy changes) bring home things like cupcakes or candy or soda or decide they want pizza or Chinese for dinner. It's hard to get excited about salad, steamed broccoli or rotisserie chicken when everyone else is having the stuffed crust meat lovers chased down with red velvet cupcakes! "Yay, I'm making a healthy choice" feels a lot more like missing out on those occasions. This can be a really difficult situation for a lot of families, because you (as the "fitness fan") can either veto the pizza/ Chinese/ tempting food (if that is an option- might be outvoted!), or you can watch everyone else eat it while you have your own healthy choices, or you can lump it and just eat what everyone else is eating and there goes that day's healthy choices out the window! (I think a recent pizza commercial calls the vetoing salad lover 'Sally Soul Smasher'- now that's complimentary- eye roll!) But the choice is up to you. There are some things that I am okay with watching everyone else eat because they don't appeal to me and then there are some things that just sit there sending "I'm so yummy" messages right to my brain! (Ironically, I'm more tempted by yogurt than cake!)
As the Supportive Family Member (SFM), you really have a lot more options than the "fitness fan." The Fitness Fan (FF) can either eat it or not eat it (or veto it) and they have to make that internal struggle. The SFM can always choose to eat the foods they love outside the house, not to eat it at all or to eat it all so there's none left to tempt anyone else. If you know there is something your FF really loves and struggles to avoid (like chocolate), then bringing home a box of chocolate bars can really be mean. Admittedly, most people just do it without thinking- it never crosses their minds that what they are bringing home could present a temptation to the FF! And of course, this is where the problems start! For the FF, it could feel like an attack or like the rest of the family doesn't care or "they want me to be fat!" and this is usually not the case. For kids especially, the whole issue of "is this something I shouldn't bring home?" never comes into their heads unless someone has a severe allergy in their family, and even then they probably only think in terms of the allergy. When someone has never tried to make concerted efforts to change their eating habits, the idea of "good food, bad food" is really the last thing they think about. The store had a sale on their favorite ice cream so they brought it home. They went by the market and brought home holiday cookies, or there were boy scouts selling caramel corn outside the post office so they bought a couple of bags. For someone who is trying to eat better, all of these foods are possible trouble, but for everyone else, it's not a big deal. It's easy for us FFs to roll our eyes and say, "yeah- YOU don't have to worry about eating the whole box/ bag/ carton!" But to paraphrase a snarky comment, "since when does YOUR lack of willpower create a problem for me?" I remember a patient on My 600 lb Life saying she wished they could just close down all the bakeries so that way she couldn't "hit them up," and yeah, it would be nice if all the bad-for-you food were banned or rationed by the "Food Police," but we all know that's not an option! So this is where the FF has to learn to bite the bullet instead of the cupcakes. It really is their fight and as the SFM, all you can do is offer that help and support and try not to put too much temptation in their path, especially at first. Ultimately, the FF has to learn to say no to things that aren't in line with their goals, but like any habit, they get better with practice. Once they start seeing results and the cravings go away (or become more manageable at least!), then they probably won't freak out if you bring home the Costco gallon jug of Red Vines, but the first few weeks, that would probably cause a meltdown.
Now for a few words on keeping your mouth shut and FYI: this goes for the FF and the SFM. As I said at the beginning of this post, nagging and pushing are not conducive to cooperation. As the FF, keep your mouth shut about whatever anyone else is eating and/ or doing! Telling your loved ones that eating processed foods or using Splenda or binge-watching House of Cards while sprawled on the sofa for six hours is going to kill them is guaranteed to p*ss them off! It does not promote positive change in the slightest! (My mom still nags about Splenda! eye roll!) IF they ask you about the changes you're making, feel free to share it, but until they do, don't push your new habits on them! As for the SFM, keep your mouth shut whenever the FF goes off track. If there are donuts in the house because of company and the FF indulges, remarking "I didn't know donuts are on your diet!" is just going to encourage failure, not success. It creates a sense of embarrassment, failure and defeat, and hopelessness. If the FF asks "who wants to split a donut?" please volunteer! If they are doing great and looking healthier or any other positive changes, please tell them how proud you are of their success! Nitpicking on how much they are eating or not eating, working out or not working out, falling off the wagon occasionally: these are more likely to be interpreted as criticism, not advice or encouragement. IF the FF is acting in a manner you really think is unhealthy (ie starving themselves, or exercising way too much so they get sick) speaking up is most definitely warranted, but other than offering encouragement and helpful supportive suggestions (ie how about broccoli instead of salad today? you had salad all week!), the fewer comments the better.
It doesn't have to be a difficult adjustment for everyone involved when someone in the family decides to make healthier choices. Most difficulties come in the initial transition period but once it becomes a regular routine, things usually settle down. For the SFMs, it means being a little more considerate about bringing the Halloween candy or other treats into the house and for the FFs, it means not freaking out when faced with temptation. There is always the option to join them in making the healthy choices. Being a diet or workout buddy can not only help both of you improve your health, but it can also be a fun way to strengthen the relationship. It's an extra step that is definitely not required! One of the common mistakes the FF often makes (especially as a parent or spouse) is to try to force everyone else to join them on the fitness bandwagon. This is pretty much a guaranteed 'epic fail'! (See above re: 'nagging!') Most of the heavy lifting falls on the Fitness Fan's shoulders; your job as a Supportive Family Member is just to lend a hand when needed!


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He's been squealing for a week or two now. He tries to see just how high pitched he can get. This is just a small taste. I'm not sure if he's trying to be a dog whistle or the next Mariah Carey.
He's also started sticking out his tongue. It's pretty funny. He likes to lick his swaddle, or his bibs, when they're up near his chin.
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A short reflection on Zoom exhaustion, but also Zoom encouragement and why participation really matters in this season and is very biblical.
Looking at Matthew's account of Jesus walking on the water in the storm. Focusing on the words of Jesus "I am here", "Don't be afraid" and "Why did you doubt me?". An encouragement to step out in faith and keep our eyes on Jesus in fearful times.
Texts: Matthew 14:22-33
The Bible is filled with stories and wisdom that make sense not only for the time when it was written, but it makes sense for us today.
It has been my habit for the last (approx!) 3.5 years to read a chapter of the Bible, and record a verse in a whattsapp group group with other friends. I always seek to find application of the Word to my life, and to bring godly and biblical perspective to the world around me.
Today, I was in Judges chapter 6. And I found myself reading the familiar story of a man called Gideon, raised up by God to rescue the Israelites from the trouble inflicted on them by their enemy, the Israelites. These Midianites were oppressing God's people in many ways. They camped on the land belonging to Israel, destroying the crops planted as well as the livestock, forcing the Israelites to cower away into mountain clefts and caves. The Bible records that Midian was like a swarm of locusts; impossible to count and ravaging the land wherever they could.
For the Israelites, they must have felt like a plague – destroying everything they had, forcing them from their homes and causing them to live anxiously.
But then Israel cried out to the Lord for help (verse 6).
And without delay, God answered their prayer. He raises up a man called Gideon, to lead a revolt against the Midianites and rescue God's people. Cut a long story short, (especially because Gideon tested God three times!), God did rescue Israel from the pesky Midianites through Gideon.
The personal application of the story came quickly to me. It was simple, but nonetheless so relevant for many right now.
The coronavirus situation is a worrying time for many. People I know have lost their jobs. Schools are closed. Most businesses can't claim from their insurance policies for loss of income. Those with low incomes, vulnerable or living on their own with limited means may find this a difficult time. In one way or another, we will all directly or indirectly be affected by this global crisis. The enemy each of us may face is not called 'Midian' – it may be called 'Loss of job', 'Loss of investments', 'Lonely', 'Overwhelmed', 'Distressed', 'Hungry', 'Anxious'.
Whatever you call your enemy right now, know that God is willing and able to rescue you from it. No one wants to go through hard times. But they can be the place where God reveals His kindness, compassion, love, faithfulness and provision in our lives. You don't need to fight these battles on your own. The battle is the Lord's – 2 Chronicles 20:15
David once faced an enemy, it was called Saul. This was the inspiration for him to pen Psalm 18. If you are facing an enemy today – cry out to the Lord in prayer for He will rescue you!
Psalm 18 (from the NIV)
6 He reached down from on high and took hold of me;
he drew me out of deep waters.
17 He rescued me from my powerful enemy,
from my foes, who were too strong for me.
18 They confronted me in the day of my disaster,
but the Lord was my support.
19 He brought me out into a spacious place;
he rescued me because he delighted in me.
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A witness between us that the Lord is God
I reckon (not that I am a big history buff) that most wars are the result of a long standing tension between two rivals, suddenly triggered by an event that pushes one side too far, resulting in quick escalation and all out war.
In chapter 23 of the book of Joshua we have a situation where an all out war almost broke out – but not between two rivals with long standing issues, but rather between tribes of the same nation with no previous history of tension. The story bothered me a bit. Actually it bothered me a lot. That the people of God could be prepared to go to war and destroy each other, where just moments previous they were brothers in arms. Let me highlight the main points of the story:
The nation of Israel had just conquered the inhabitants of Canaan under the leadership of Joshua. Each tribe would receive land as part of their inheritance. Moses had previously agreed that the two tribes of Reuben and Gad, and the half tribe of Manasseh, would receive their land on the other side of the Jordan. (Not part of Canaan). But the deal was that the 2.5 tribes would fight for the other tribes first to receive their inheritance. Once they finished helping their brothers, they would be allowed to return to the land they wanted on the other side of the Jordan (called Gilead).
The 2.5 tribes kept their end of the bargain. Joshua commends them for doing all that Moses commanded, and obeying him in everything he commanded. He tells them that it has been a long time since the promise of their land was made, but commends them for not deserting their brothers and carrying out the mission as agreed. (Pats on backs all round at this point). Joshua sends them off with his blessing; but not before telling them to be very careful to keep the commandments of the law; that is, to love the Lord their God, walk in all his ways, obey his commands, hold fast to him and to serve him with all their heart and with all their soul. (Quite a list. I imagine them nodding agreeably).
And they all lived happily ever after. Not quite.
Shortly after moving into their new land outside Canaan, the 2.5 tribes were a little worried that being on the other side of the Jordan could estrange them from the rest of Israel. That one day, a future generation would consider them to not be a part of Israel. It was a fair viewpoint. And so the 2.5 tribes decided of their own accord to build another alter near the Jordan river. Not to replace the one alter all of Israel was required to offer sacrifices on at the Tabernacle – no, no, no. They knew that the law forbade the offering of sacrifices on any other alter other than the one designated. No, this was just a token alter – kind of like flying the same flag – a visual reminder to all that they too were part of Israel. No harm done, right?
Unfortunately, that's not how the rest of Israel saw it. They freaked out. Memories of what happened as recorded in Joshua 7 haunted them. A single mans sin by stealing devoted things resulted in judgement on the whole nation. And now reports had come in that the 2.5 tribes had forsaken the law and built another alter! What a wicked thing for them to do. If Achan's sin, the actions of just one man meant judgement for the nation, how much more could this abominable act bring the wrath of God? Like an unwelcome flame of fire in a dry forest, this wicked act needed to be snuffed out, put out, extinguished – ASAP. No time for chit chat. Call in the army. Actually, no. That's not enough. Assemble the entire nation to go to war. Wipe out the 2.5 tribes. Yes, your enemy over that side of the Jordan. Your brothers. Destroy them. The brothers who have just fought with you side by side to help you get your inheritance. The brothers who risked their lives for you and didn't desert you. The people of your own nation.
Fortunately, as the army stood with weapons in hand and awaiting the order to charge, someone had an idea. Let's try talking first. The son of the high priest and the heads of the tribes go to speak to the 2.5 tribes. Turns out there was a simple misunderstanding! Reuben, Gad and Manasseh explain their reasoning for the alter; that it wasn't to be an actual alter to offer sacrifices on, but simply a replica. Ok, so it wasn't exactly 'by the book'. Strictly speaking, they shouldn't have built another alter at all. But they knew that God knew their hearts, crying out "The Mighty One, God, the Lord! The Mighty One, God, the Lord! He knows!"
Everyone breathes a huge sigh of relief. The weapons are lowered, the army is disbanded. Everyone is glad and praises God. I love the ending of the chapter: 'And they talked no more about going to war against them to devastate the country where the Reubenites and the Gadites lived'. Ah well, that's good then (!)
Having understood each other's intentions and realising that they all still loved and worshipped God foremost, the Reubenites and Gadites call the alter: 'A Witness between us that the Lord is God'.
What do I learn from this fascinating chapter?
Both sides reacted in fear.
The 2.5 tribes were fearful that they would be estranged from Israel in the future. They thought about it, and came up with a solution that was 'out the box'. It was risky. It was a bit naïve. They had no intention of offering sacrifices on it. They knew God knew their hearts! However with some wisdom they might have thought to let Israel know what they were planning.
What of the rest of Israel? Well, their rash decision to rally the army and destroy their brothers was also based on fear. Fear that God would judge them all like he did because of Achan. One could say their reaction was over the top, uncalled for. You could say they were sticklers for the truth, the upholding of the law. Highly sensitive to any deviation from obedience to the law which could result in judgement. Obeying God and serving Him was clear in Joshua's parting words.
At the very least there is a strong warning and lessons in this story for the church today. God's chosen people, his holy nation was almost torn apart through a simple misunderstanding. The importance of unity against a spirit of divisiveness. Of trusting one another. Of communication. Of the danger of the church being polarised and fighting over differences of opinion. Of listening deeply to the other side before jumping to fearful conclusions.
And perhaps that's where the lesson ends. Except that as these thoughts permeated through my mind I wondered if there is a further lesson in what some may perceive to be the conflict in the church today between Grace and Truth. How did I come to that conclusion?
Israel's reaction was because of their sensitivity to the truth, the commands of Moses which they pledged themselves to obey. Their 'senses to sin' were on high alert! They were not wrong in their concern for the second alter, being against the law. But they were in danger of so upholding the truth that they were prepared to destroy their own brothers. That would be bad enough; but their assumptions were wrong. You cannot fault Israel for wanting to be rid of sin and maintain truth. I tick that box. Right. But their way of going about it and fearful response? Wrong.
What then of the actions of the 2.5 tribes? Yes it was against protocol and risky. They took the view that the scriptures had not forbidden them to build a replica alter for the purpose of being known as part of Israel. They loved God and knew that He knew their hearts and their intentions. So they were also Right. But their way of going about it by not checking with Joshua first? I think it was at worst, wrong. At best, naïve.
Both sides were not so polarised after all. It was just actions that were unwise, naïve, fearful, reactionary and in knee jerk fashion that really caused the conflict.
The church should be full of Grace and Truth. Some may view these two truths as somehow pulling in different directions. The church is under pressure to accept cultural norms and worldly ways of viewing things. Truth is under fire. The church should be the pillars that hold the truth up. (1 Tim 3:15). For issues such as homosexuality, gender and abortion, the church is under pressure to change truth to suit what the world wants. But it is not only fear of upholding TRUTH that the church faces. It also must fight the fear of embracing and engaging a world that is broken and earnestly needs love, the kindness of our Saviour, GRACE.
John 1:14 says that Jesus Christ came full of Grace AND Truth. Here there is no conflict. Jesus who embodied truth, and who never sinned or compromised truth, was also the generous giver of grace and mercy and forgiveness to those who fell far short of truth and living God's way. It is such an incredible thing – not only that Jesus Christ touched and loved a broken world, but that a broken and unloved world touched Him! If I can get that right – then I think I will be closer to the heart of God and pleasing Him in the way I live and reach this world for Christ.
We must not let the issues of our day destroy unity in the church, by dividing and polarising us into camps of 'Truth' and 'Grace', warring against one another. Rather, let's strive to be one community of Grace AND Truth. Let's lay down our pride on the alter and recognise in each other the same desire to love, serve and represent our Lord who is both full of Grace and truth.
After all, we are all on the same side and with a shared witness between us that the Lord is God!
The apostle Paul wrote the letter of 1 Corinthians partly in response to some reports he had heard from Chloe's household. Having previously spent 18 months planting this church in Corinth, he now heard that some problems had arisen in the church and which Paul knew he had to bring correction to. Yet rather than respond with anger, Paul reflects the heart of God our Father with 9 verses packed with incredible truth of their identity in Christ. Words of correction would follow in the next 16 chapters, but these first words in 9 verses would bring complete assurance that even though they would need to change, God was still for them and their identity would always remain in Christ.
In this talk, Hannah continues with The Cloud series, looking at the life of Elizabeth Fry. We spend some time looking at how God changed her life to be able to do His work and how we can seek God's plan for our lives.
When Paul the apostle left Corinth after having lived and preached the gospel there for 18 months, he left behind a thriving new church with radical converts. Yet when he arrived he it was in weakness, as he wrote in chapter 2 of the letter of 1 Corinthians. Paul discovered the secret that at the heart of effective Christian ministry is a complete dependence on the Spirit of God, where in being weak he was in fact strong. This is the second talk in the series through 1 Corinthians, where Grant also gives an introduction to the series, the city of Corinth and the context into which Paul was writing.
This a message specifically aimed at those who consider The Hill Church to be their local church. It includes an update on leadership changes.
In this first teaching of the series through the letter of 1 Corinthians, Grant explores what it means to do all things for the glory of God.
Paul wrote that this will require us to remove stumbling blocks so that others can receive the ministry and message we have of Jesus Christ, seeking the good of others and living in a way that reflects the nature and character of God to the world.
An brief overview of life of Jesus and His story.
At the Christmas party Grant and Dave performed a sketch for us! Grant was inspired to write the play from the story in Genesis where Joseph was locked up in the dungeon by Pharaoh. The day that Pharaoh heard that Joseph could interpret his troubling dreams, he called for Joseph. But Joseph was required to get dressed into fine clothes before he could stand before the king. This story contrasts with the gospel. Jesus is King, and he calls men and women everywhere to Himself. But he does not require that they clean up their act first and appear before him 'clean' and 'righteous'. (While we were still sinners Christ died for us). Rather, he takes us as we are and clothes us in garments of righteousness.
This is a short talk delivered at our Christmas party. It is based on the line from a carol – "the hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight".
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Cargolux introduces a new direct flight from Luxembourg to Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, on 2 October. The flight, CV 8387, leaves Luxembourg every Sunday at 22.15h and arrives in San Juan on Mondays at 1.30h (all times local).
Cargolux utilized highly specialized cool chain equipment and the most modern dedicated freighter in the industry, the 747-8F, that is ideally suited for perishable and cool chain shipments with its four independently adjustable climate zones, superior range and speed.


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In looking for the right bridal bouquet size, you have to consider your figure, your wedding gown, and the location and theme of your wedding. Moreover, picking the right size compatible and complementing your entire wedding is all about scale. The wedding Flower Delivery Singapore composes of the bridal bouquet and all the other wedding flowers. The Florist Singapore will give you a grander design of bridal hand bouquet compared to the bouquets for the bridesmaids. Here are some guides from the wedding florist in Singapore:
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We love an awards ceremony, especially when one of our very own members is recognised for their achievements and success.
Last Monday, 30th November, the great and the good of the UK's used car industry all convened at The Brewery in central London for the prestigious Car Dealer Magazine's Used Car Awards – and McCarthy Cars were there, up for 3 awards on the night.
This year had seen more nominations than ever across the award categories, with judges having to make some tough decisions to whittke down all those nominations to just 7 finalists in each category.
To become a finalist dealers were subjected to a spot of mystery shopping and were scored on their performance – any dealer who didn't respond to an enquiry was automatically disqualified, and those that did were not only assessed on whether they provided a timely response but also their politeness and helpfulness throughout the experience.
Up against some tough competition McCarthy Cars were delighted to be Highly Commended in both the Best Customer Care category sponsored by First Response Finance, and the Used Car Dealer of the year (Over 100 Cars) cartegory sponsored by Black Horse.
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Introduction: Sharpie Survival Torch
Quick, sustainable flame from a Sharpie Marker
Step 1: Get a Sharpie Permanent Marker
I forgot to put this back in the office at work and while I was outside smoking, (yeah, I know I shouldn't smoke) I felt it inside my pocket
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Apply a flame such as a lighter or a match as BAM!!! Sustainable, reusable, portable flame!!! have no idea how long it burns yet but I'm gonna do some more testing....
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When finished starting a fire or doing whatever your gonna do with it, simply blow it out and cap it off!!! Ready for use again!!
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When the Zombies attack the Office, I'll be ready :D
Really cool little hack. maybe some Tin-foil to help with the whole melting hurdle?
Grats on your 1st Instructable; Hope to see more :D
What? Who knew!
Did the marker keep working like normal after being lit? I'm curious if the felt fused together or anything weird like that.
it still writes.... well, sort of... lol
it did start to burn into the plastic a little, but blowing it out and letting it cool a bit I was able to put the lid right back on
it still writes, just a little messy.. lol
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Staff members at Del Sol Medical Center, where many victims of the recent shooting in El Paso, Texas, were taken, saw tragedy firsthand.
These golden retrievers showed up at the hospital to bring them some comfort.
"It's better to see something positive come our way than what we've been having to deal with," said Riannen Aguirre, an office coordinator at the medical center.
The dogs were provided by Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry, which trains the naturally calming golden retrievers to comfort people who are in need.
"They bring comfort because they show unconditional love," Tim Hetzner, president of Lutheran Church Charities, said.
"They're confidential, they don't take notes, and they're nonjudgmental. They help people to calm down for a little bit and relax." In this community, the therapeutic presence of these dogs is much needed.
"We heard that there was puppies and we decided to come to get the joy of them," Riannen said. The dogs were dispatched to help the survivors as well as the staff. The Lutheran Church Charities comfort dogs are placed in communities in times of crisis to help those affected. They were also in Connecticut after the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy.
"She's coming with me," said another medical center staff member.
Watch the video to see how a few doggy hugs can put a smile on the faces of those with some of the toughest jobs.
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What is ginger? Ginger is a blooming plant, in the household Zingiberaceae whose root, ginger root or merely ginger, is widely made use of as a flavor or an individual medicine.
I do not recognize concerning you, but ginger is my kitchen staple. Whenever I'm ill, I relieve myself with this straightforward restorative. Whether I in fact really feel like I'm coming down with a chilly or the influenza, or whether my voice is merely hoarse, as it is today from being on a busy tour, this tonic just does the its healing trick.
I recall having a bout of the flu a couple of years ago that lasted horrible 11 days, and this beverage was the only thing I ate. Don't obtain me incorrect, I'm not here to offer medical guidance, today I could with confidence stay that this mixed drink kept me active when it seemed that the influenza was aiming to kill me!
Even if you typically aren't as down as well as out as I was during that round of influenza season, it's good to have a recipe for such a relaxing elixir, perfect for wintry winter season days, regardless of what the state of your stomach or your throat is. And also when you're all wound up and also know that relaxation would be healthy, sip at this elixir.
The flu typically begins suddenly. Individuals that have the flu commonly feel some, or all these, signs and symptoms:
■ High temperature or sensation feverish/having chills
■Sore throat
■Runny or stuffy nose
■Muscle or body aches.
■Fatigue (tiredness)
■ Some individuals could have throwing up and also diarrhea, though this is a lot more usual in youngsters than in adults
Flu Period Ginger Honey Lemon Tonic
Serves 1
- 1-inch piece ginger origin (or a lot more, to preference), peeled off and roughly chopped
- ½ whole organic lemon
- 1 teaspoon honey, or to taste
- 1 cup water
In a tiny pot over medium heat, warmth the water, ginger, lemon juice, and honey. Stress the mixtures right into a mug. Consume it "base's up." Cheers!
I recently saw a dish for a ginger syrup, as well as thought I would certainly provide it a try. Like constantly, I had to alter points up a bit to fit my own tastes and objectives, so this is my very own recipe for ginger syrup.
This syrup is great for combining with soda, beginning a sauce, or placing in warm water or tea. Ginger is an essential remedy for indigestion, high temperature, and also sore throat. On top of all that good things, it's exceptionally scrumptious!
Flu Season Fresh Ginger Honey Syrup Recipe
Serves 2
- 8 fresh ginger root (I constantly hate when recipes call for a weight. That has the time for that precise measuring? Merely obtain a huge ginger root!)
- 1 cup local honey
- 6 cups water
Cut the ginger root into large items as well as about peel them. Some recipes claim you can leave them unpeeled, yet unless you understand where that root has actually been expanded, I 'd go on and also peel it. It does not need to be best, but obtain most peel off. Cut the peeled off origin right into good tiny cubes.
Put the root as well as the water in sauce pan. Offer a boil, reduce warmth to medium reduced, and simmer for about 45 min to an hour. You desire the water to decrease to 2 cups of liquid.
Remove the sauce frying pan from warmth, and enable cooling a little to a temperature level that is risk-free to deal with. Stress it with cheesecloth right into a Pyrex determining cup.
You need around 2 mugs of liquid. The ratio is 2 parts of liquid to 1 part of honey, so if you have a lot more or much less liquid, simply change the honey amount. As an example, if you just have 1 1/2 mug fluid, usage 3/4 cups of honey.
Wipe out the pan, as well as return the fluid to the cleansed pan. Put the pan back on the stovetop on reduced heat.
Add the honey, as well as allow melting and including fully right into the mixture. Usage regional honey, preferably. Neighborhood honey will certainly contain plant pollen from your local environment, and also this is believed to assist minimize the immune reaction to plant pollen that people with allergic reactions endure from.
Put the completed syrup into a jar as well as cover. Maintain refrigerated– as well as it must last regarding 12 weeks.
What can you do with this ginger syrup?
Add regarding a tbsp to carbonated water with a press of lime for an all-natural lime ginger ale
Use it with a little bit of fresh garlic as well as tamari for a savory Eastern sauce
Use a tbsp in warm water with the juice of half a lemon for an outstanding cool remedy
That's all you should leave the dreadful colds and also the flu.


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Not too long ago, Simon Kinberg said the upcoming Fox X-Men films were on track and in production, but Gambit wasn't one of those mentioned. They're obviously pushing ahead after Deadpool exceeded expectations, while X-Men: Apocalypse didn't blow many away. While those have been the focus, little attention has been given to Gambit or New Mutants.
In an interview with The Hashtag Show, which you can see below, Kinberg gave an update on the future of Fox's comic book world. They had slated Gambit for a release in October this year, but that's obviously not happening now. Budgetary problems and a switch of directors saw the Channing Tatum lead film delayed. Some speculated it wasn't happening at all, but Kinberg says it's pushing for a Spring 2017 shooting date.
He also repeated that Deadpool 2 would shoot next year, and it's likely to shoot before Gambit. With a director, writers and a cast all locked in and hard at work, the Deadpool sequel is further ahead than a film which confirmed its lead over two years ago. That puts the Merc with a Mouth on course to take the March 2, 2018 release date, which Fox reserved for a comic-book film.
The other unfilled slots for Fox are October 6, 2017 and June 29, 2018. Even if Gambit is made into a smaller film, it won't meet either of those dates. Does that make New Mutants a bigger priority for the studio? When it was mentioned to Kinberg, he said they were hoping to start filming, "sometime real soon." That seems to confirm the speculated early 2017 filming date. We've already heard casting rumours for Josh Boone's film, with James McAvoy set to appear as Professor X.
Kinberg's comments do suggest New Mutants will be heading into production early next year, if not sooner. That should make it a more likely contender for the June 2018 release date. Their X-Men series are typically May releases, while the spin-off seems further ahead than Gambit. That must be good news for fans of the New Mutants comic series, and Kinberg promised the film would be, "very loyal to the comics."
Fans can get their next fix of mutant action early next year, when Hugh Jackman returns as Wolverine. The untitled sequel to The Wolverine is filming now ahead of a March 3, 2017 release date. So far we know very little about that one.
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Market Square seems to serve as the hub of downtown. It's been in existence since 1854 as has always served as a market area to Knoxvillians. Today, shops and restaurants line the square and it's bustling with activity. There's a farmer's market from May to November, First Friday events are held the first Friday of each month as well as other special festivals throughout the year, including the Biscuit Festival held in May.
For arts and culture, head over to the Tennessee Theater. An original movie palace back in 1928 when it was built, The Tennessee Theatre is considered a downtown jewel. It recently re-opened in 2005 and now hosts the hottest shows and musicians. Les Miserables recently entertained sold out crowds in January 2012.
For shopping, Mast General Store is known in the south to carry everything "from cradles to caskets". They really do have a little bit of everything. Kids will enjoy the candy barrels while Mom and Dad can browse local wares, outdoor clothing and camping equipment.
If you're in the mood for some libations, The Blue Slip Winery is downtown Knoxville's first winery. Grapes come from vineyards from the surrounding area and everything else is done onsite. They offer a lot of fruit-based wines with strawberries, blueberries and muscadines. In 2012 they will also begin offering a sparkling wine.
Even the visitors' center gets in on the action with live Americana and Bluegrass music each day around noon provided by the in-house radio station WDVX. Also unique is the Coop Café located in the visitor's center that provides sandwiches, soups and salads.
Getting around downtown is also easy. There's a free trolley system and parking after 6 pm and on weekends is free. Knoxville also offers heritage tours, ghost tours, tours of historic homes and way too much more to mention here. For more information, visit the City of Knoxville's website at http://www.knoxville.org.


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Bethel Commandery #36
Cryptic Council #46
Loyal L. Munn Chapter #96
Palatine Chapter #206
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Rekash's Important Dates to Remember
December 2013
Palatine Chapter #206, along with Loyal L. Munn Chapter #96, conferred the Most Excellent Master Degree on James Edgell on November 6, 2013. We had a second candidate who, due to his time restraints, received his Chapter and Council Degrees at a Chapter/Council Day a short time ago. He is John Riggs. We are conferring the Royal Arch Degree on James Edgell on November 20, 2013. By the time you read this it will be done. Our next Convocation is on December 18, 2013. That evening will be used by The Commandery for its Christmas Libations. We are scheduled to start the Chapter Degrees again on January 15th, 2014. That would be the Mark Master and Past Master Degrees. Let's crank out some Petitions. On January 1st, 2014, we are calling the meeting off. New Year's Day.
Loyal L Munn Chapter #96 had its Stated Convocation on November 6, 2013. We had a dinner prior to the meeting. We conferred the Most Excellent Master Degree, in conjunction with Palatine Chapter #206, on James Edgell. We will be participating in James' Royal Arch Degree on November 20, 2013. L L Munn's next Convocation will be on December 4, 2013. The Council will be using that meeting for its Degrees. We will still do business, however. In January, we are calling off our Stated Convocation on the 1st, because of New Year's Day. After that we are scheduling Chapter Degrees again. Let us explain the Royal Arch to some of our Masonic friends and ask them to join us in our great organization. We have quite a story to tell. Sometimes it seems that the York Rite is the best kept Masonic Secret there is. Let's fix that!
Cryptic Council #46, Cryptic Masons, had its most recent Assembly on November 6, 2013. We had a nice dinner prior to the Assembly. On that evening, Companion Mark Welch, M.I.Grand Master of Cryptic Masons visited our Council. Our Thrice Illustrious Master, Gary Berenger, received Companion Welch in proper form. Companion Welch gave a nice talk on Cryptic Freemasonry and Grand Council programs for the year. Mark did inform us that the Grand Council is still having its Annual Assembly a week earlier than the Grand Chapter and Grand Commandery, as was done this past summer. It will be on the 19th of July in Bloomington. He then stayed and watched us confer the Most Excellent Master Degree on James Edgell. However, we did received two Petitions for the Council Degrees. We are scheduled to confer the Royal and Select Master Degrees on December 4, 2013. Start making plans now. These Degrees are beautiful and really continue the marvelous story which starts in the Lodge, continues in the Chapter, and then is enhanced in the Council. Our Thrice Illustrious Master, Gary Berenger, is getting ready for December. Come on out!. Dinner at 6:30 PM. Our January 1st, 2014 Stated Assembly is cancelled due to New Year's Day, and hopefully lots of pork and sauerkraut at my house!
Bethel Commandery #36, Knights Templar visited the Illinois Knights Templar Home at Paxton on October 30, 2013, and sponsored the October Banquet. We had eight Sir Knights that participated. They were: our Commander Ralph Palmer, Bradley Baker, Russell Schlosser, David Truax, Goldon Colditz, Drew Michyeta, Lou Sands, and James N. Newby. That is the best participation we have had in many years. We had some first-timers this trip and were given a nice tour of the Home. Thank you, Ralph Palmer, for rounding up the troops. Attached will be a photo of that group. Our November Conclaves have been used for Chapter Degree work. Our next Commandery event will be our Christmas Libations on December 18, 2013. We will have a dinner, a guest speaker, some seasonal readings, appropriate toasts, and Chistmas Carols. Friends and family are welcome. We will take a headcount in December so we have enough food. Our January 1, 2014, Stated Conclave is called off due to New year's Day.
Our Commander, Ralph Palmer, is putting out the call for Christmas Baskets for the needy this December. All Sir Knights are asked to donate some non-perishable (canned and boxed) food items for Christmas dinners. Please bring these items to the Lodge in early December where they will be assembled. We will be working with other groups to make this happen.
Ralph Palmer is also having Commandery practices on the off Wednesdays to prepare for our Annual Inspection on April 12, 2014. Ralph would like all the work to be done by members of Bethel Commandery and by the Officers in their Stations. Of course another way to learn your parts is to attend some of the Commandery Inspections on Saturday's throughout the winter and spring. A list of the Chicago area Inspections is at the bottom of this article.
As a result of Ralph Palmer's idea, we have been sending Birthday Cards to the residents of the Illinois Knights Templar Home at Paxton, IL, this past year. We are continuing each month. Thank you, Ralph. We also sent Christmas Cards to all the residents in December, also at Ralph's suggestion.
OK, I took some heat (humorous heat) for referring to Gordon Colditz as Armorer Frank Del Giudice's "Sidekick" in last month's article. So, we will fix that. A big "Thank You" to our Team of Armorers, Frank Del Giudice and Gordon Colditz and their Sidekick Gene Pratt! Let's see how that flies. And, they are all doing an excellent job with our paraphernalia!
Bethel Commandery has come out with another belt
buckle for sale for benefit of the Knights Templar Eye
Foundation, Inc. This one is a Royal Arch
Chapter buckle, with the triple tau, and with the
infamous words "Holiness to the Lord"
emblazoned thereon. This buckle has been commissioned
in honor of Brother, Companion,
and Sir Knight David P. Miller, Past Grand High Priest
and member of the Palatine
York Rite. It will sell for $50, just as the
buckle did last year. We also we able to
obtain a few more Knights Templar buckles since we
had more orders than we could fill. Let me know if
you are interested.
Our loyal Companion and Sir Knight Jim Newby has volunteered to coordinate the degree work going forward. Thank you, Jim. He will also work with the Officers of the four respective bodies. The following is what we have printed for some time. "As a reminder, at our planning meeting on April 4,
2007, we tentatively decided to appoint one member as
a "Degree Czar" for each of the Palatine York Rite
Bodies. That would be four individuals. The thought
was that the number two man in each body would fill
that need. We need to get more people trained in our
Degree Ritual so we have a backup for each part.
Right now, if certain people are out of town, we are
stuck. This will also get some of our newer members
actively involved in the affairs of our four York Rite
Bodies. This will also get the number two man in each
group more prepared for his year as Presiding Officer.
Planning and Preparation.
The York Rite offers many opportunities for us to
serve our fellow man and our communities. Each of the
Bodies has a charity or several charities that we
support. Membership in our York Rite Bodies allows us
to fulfill our Obligations and Vows to help those who
are less fortunate. Let us keep this in our minds as
we go about our daily endeavors. There is a cloud
surrounding us, that has been built up over the
centuries, that we are a secret organization. Now is
the time to let those on the outside know who we are.
We should not keep our lamps under the bushel, but
should let our Light so shine before men, that they
may see our good works, and glorify our Father, which
is in Heaven.
Palatine Chapter currently has 173 members. L L Munn has about 75 members. Bethel
Commandery now has 201 members. Of these, 94 are life
members and 13 are 50-year members and are exempt from
As a reminder, the new Palatine
Masonic Temple
is all on one floor and at
ground level. Therefore it is wheelchair accessible. No ramp or chairlift
Our backlog of work is: Palatine Chapter #206-2;
Loyal L. Munn Chapter #96-0; Cryptic Council #46-3;
Bethel Commandery #36-2. Let's get those Petitions
Sickness and distress: Not really sickness, but we have heard that Dolores Hoeckelberg has moved back to Elgin from Arizona since Bob died recently, to be near her children who are in the area.
1. 12-4-13 L L Munn, Cryptic, and Bethel meetings. Royal and Select Master Degrees. Dinner at 6:30. Cryptic #46 Opens.
2. 12-14-13 St. Elmo Commandery #64 Inspection at Montclare Temple in Chicago.
3. 12-18-13 Palatine and Bethel meetings. Christmas Libations. Dinner at 6:30. Palatine #206 Opens.
4. 1-1-14 New Year's Holiday.
5. 1-15-14 Palatine and Bethel meetings. Mark Master and Past Master Degrees. Dinner at 6:30. Bethel #36 Opens.
6. 1-18-13 St. Bernard Commandery #35 and Albertus Magnus Commandery #92 Inspections together.
7. 1-25-14 Mizpah Commandery #53 Inspection.
8. 2-1-13 Trinity Commandery #80 Annual Inspection. This is a change.
9. 2-5-14 L L Munn, Cryptic, and Bethel meetings. Most Excellent Master Degree. Dinner at 6:30. Cryptic #46 Opens.
10. 2-8-13 Possible Silangan Commandery #93 Inspection at Montclare Temple in Chicago. Stay tuned.
11. 2-13/16-14 AMD week in Reston, VA.
12. 2-19-14 Palatine and Bethel meetings. Royal Arch Degree. Dinner at 6:30. Palatine #206 Opens.
13. 2-22-14 Calvary Commandery #25 Inspection.
14. 3-1-14 Apollo Commandery #1 Inspection.
15. 3-5-14 L L Munn, Cryptic, and Bethel meetings. Red Cross and Malta Orders. Dinner at 6:30. L L Munn #96 Opens.
16. 3-19-14 Palatine and Bethel meetings. Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner. Bethel #36 Opens.
17. 3-22-14 Evanston Commandery #58 Inspection.
18. 3-29-14 Medinah Temple Potentate's Ball.
19. 4-2-14 L L Munn, Cryptic, and Bethel meetings. Order of the Temple. Dinner at 6:30. Cryptic #46 Opens.
20. 4-5-14 Joliet Commandery #4 Inspection.
21. 4-12-14 Bethel Commandery #36 Inspection (That's Us!)
22. 4-16-13 Palatine and Bethel meetings. Past Presiding Officers honored. Dinner at 6:30. Palatine #206 Opens.
23. 5-7-14 L L Munn, Cryptic, and Bethel meetings. L L Munn #96 Annual Convocation. Dinner at 6:30. L L Munn #96 Opens.
24. 5-21-14 Palatine and Bethel meetings. Palatine #206 Annual Convocation. Dinner at 6:30. Bethel #36 Opens.
25. 6-4-14 L L Munn, Cryptic, and Bethel meetings. Bethel #36 and Cryptic #46 Annual Meetings. Fresh Strawberries. Dinner at 6:30. Cryptic #46 Opens.
26. 6-18-14 Palatine and Bethel meetings. Annual Steak Fry at 6:30 and Installation of Officers to follow. Palatine #206 Opens.
27. 7-19-14 Grand Council Annual Assembly in Bloomington.
28. 7-25/26-14 Grand Chapter and Grand Commandery Annual Sessions at Normal, IL.
Bradley L. Baker, PHP, TIPM, PC,
Palatine York Rite Member Deceased
Brothers of Zurich Lodge 1089:
This is especially hard for me to do.
Our Brother and my Father Worshipful Brother Robert D. Nielsen gave up his working tools, yesterday at his home in Crystal Lake
There will be an Masonic Service
on Saturday Nov 30, 2013 at 15:00
) at Ahlgrims in Lake Zurich.
Visitation will be
at 14:00-15:00
Address is
415 S. Buesching Rd
Lake Zurich IL 60047-2555
Please pass along the info to the Brothers
Robert D. Nielsen II
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