Centenary celebrations of Renaissance Chapter No 3408

Parachute
Regiment
Lodge
9315

WHAT IS FREEMASONRY?

One of the oldest secular social and charitable organisations in the world, modern Freemasonry’s roots lie in the traditions of the medieval stonemasons who built our castles and cathedrals…

The lodge has held several social events such as witnessing the Tower of London Keys ceremony a lady’s festival at a hotel usually outside of London that provides opportunity for our families to enjoy the company that these types of events provide. Importantly we maintain links with the regiment and serving soldiers.

EVENTS

Delve into the rich traditions of Freemasonry as we gather to celebrate our shared values and principles

WHERE WE MEET

Our meetings are held on the 1st Saturday of March, June, September and December, at 60 Great Queen Street, London WC2B 5AZ. they usually start at 11am thus providing members ample time to travel to London to join the meetings. The June meeting is the installation meeting.

ABOUT

The Parachute Regiment Lodge was consecrated on 5th June 1989. Though named for our Regiment the decision was taken not to restrict membership to serving or former members, though the majority do fit that criteria. Our membership is drawn from a wide range of military, security and civilian backgrounds who all adopt our ethos, to be the best in all that we do…

ARENA

Engage in enlightening discussions, partake in meaningful rituals, and forge lasting connections with fellow brethren

E Comp David Seddon, SLGCR, Metropolitan Grand Steward

Each Chapter celebrating its centenary has its own unique story.

The journey to the centenary of Renaissance Chapter No 3408 was fraught with cancellations as Covid 19 took its toll. Originally scheduled for 2020, after two faltering attempts we were at last able to celebrate on 12th July 2022 at Freemasons Hall.

The ‘save the date’ invitations were duly sent out and we were both honoured and privileged to accept positive replies from the Deputy Metropolitan Grand Superintendent, E Comp The Rev Timothy L’Estrange, the 3rd Metropolitan Grand Principal, E Comp Chris Head, two Assistant Metropolitan Grand Superintendents, E Comps Ian Clark and Simon White, together with two former Deputy Metropolitan Grand Superintendents, a retinue of Metropolitan Grand Inspectors and an array of Grand Officers – Quite an honour for Renaissance. E Comp Timothy was escorted by E Comp William Hale, Metropolitan Deputy Grand Director of Ceremonies.

The 47 attendees were treated to an abridged history of our wonderful Chapter and then a magnificent presentation was delivered by the Metropolitan Grand Chapter Royal Arch Tracing Board Demonstration Team, ably led by E Comp Simon White and supported by Ian Morrison and his faultless team.

Just prior to preparing the summons, our Scribe Ezra. fortuitously discovered the original Chapter logo and this was then proudly enabled to be displayed. I also prepared this same logo and suitable wording onto whisky glasses that were presented to all Chapter members and visitors at our unforgettable festive board, held within the Doubletree at Hilton. In all a wonderful occasion to celebrate this landmark in Renaissance Chapter’s history, and I was very proud have played a leading role in our Centenary Celebrations.

This article is part of the Arena Magazine, Issue 50 December 2022 edition.
Arena Magazine is the official magazine of the London Freemasons – Metropolitan Grand Lodge and Metropolitan Grand Chapter of London.

Read more articles in the Arena Issue 50 here.