As we enter fully into spring, we move with intention and a collective dedication to the work of Ohio Freemasonry. April brings several new updates for our Brethren of the 15th Masonic District. This season calls us to act with purpose – to support our lodges, honor our word, and strengthen the fellowship we share!
Inspection Update
There are (4) Inspections left in the year, they are:
April 11th – East Liberty – EA – Breakfast at 8:00AM, Degree at 9:00AM
April 18th – Palestine – EA – Breakfast at 8:00AM, Degree at 9:00AM
April 25th – Marion – MM – Degree starts at 9:00AM
May 9th – Chester – EA – Dinner at 6:00PM, Degree at 7:00PM
2026 Grand Masters Reception
The 2026 Grand Master Reception Honoring MWB Shawn A. Johnson was held on Friday February 27th at All Occasions Catering, Waldo, OH. The event was well attended by the Brethren of the 15th District with approximately 110 in attendance. Excellence in Youth awards were presented to (3) local youths: Ella Abbott, Carter Blauser, & Emma Obert and a Local Hero Award was presented to Luke 3:11 Ministries for their amazing work performed in the Marion area. Plans for the 2027 GM Reception have not been decided at this time, stay tuned for more information.
9th Annual District Golf Outing
Friendly 15th Masonic District 9th Annual Past Presidents Golf Outing
Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at Cherokee Hills Golf Course, 4622 County Road 49, Bellefontaine, OH 43311
Includes: 18 Holes of Golf w/Cart, Entry into Longest Drive Contest, Entry Into Closest to Pin Contest, (1) Mulligan, (1) Sand Toss, & (1) Ladies Tee-(Cannot be Longest Drive) and Dinner after Golf at Club House Events Center.
1st Tee Off Begins at 12:00PM
Each Team must have at least (1) Master Mason on it, if you do not have at least (1) Master Mason we will try to assign (1) one to you.
Team Registration & Sponsorships – please visit: https://15th-masonic-district-annual-golf-outing.perfectgolfevent.com/
2026 District Education Day
Please send RSVP to Eugenembosh@icloud.com.
Traveling Gavel
The ‘Traveling Gavel’ is still traveling! Chester #238 is still maintaining a strong control on the Gavel, but many lodges are going after it, if your lodge hasn’t stolen the gavel yet, get after it!
To find out which Lodge has possession of the Traveling Gavel currently, please visit the District Website, http://www.friendly15th.org
