Passing of PM Conboy 1921-2021

James H. Conboy passed away Sunday, June 13. He was born in 1921 in Odenton, MD. He was the son of James H. and Martha H. Conboy. He was preceded in death by his wife Eileen Clark Conboy, his partner Macie Stodghill, and his two brothers Samuel G. and David S. Conboy. He is survived by his niece, Tabitha Conboy Stanislaw, his Epiphany Church family and long-time caregiver Yollette Scott-Wilson.

In 1939, he began work at Fort George G. Meade. For almost four decades he worked in the maintenance section of the quartermaster corps retiring from the DIO Maintenance Division retiring in 1977 as its Chief. In the early 1940's Jim played right fielder on Odenton's semi-professional baseball team along with catcher Babe Phelps. He was a humble man and lived a life of loyalty and honesty. He dedicated himself to a life of service to his country, Epiphany Episcopal Church, and the Masonic Lodge Odenton #209. He attended Epiphany for 100 years serving in many leadership positions and is revered as its Senior Warden, Emeritus. The church's parish hall and education building are named in his honor. He started his brotherhood with the Masons 76 years ago and served as Worshipful Master in 1949 and it’s secretary for over 30 years.

His family invites Jim's many friends to attend a Celebration of Life outdoor service on Sunday, June 20, 2021 at the Centennial Memorial Gardens, Epiphany Episcopal Church, 1419 Odenton Road, Odenton, MD starting with music at 10:00 and the service beginning at 10:30.


First Masonic Book Club book is available for pre-order...

A few months ago, the Scottish Rite, Southern Masonic Jurisdiction, announced that the “Masonic Book Club” program was starting up again. I know many Odenton Brethren have been waiting eagerly for the first book to be announced.

Today, the Masonic Book Club announced the pre-publication information (along with purchasing details).

“We are pleased to announce the first volume of the reactivated Masonic Book Club is ready for pre-publication purchase! The 392-page volume will be The Perfect Ceremonies of Craft Masonry and the Holy Royal Arch. The Perfect Ceremonies are the lineal ancestors of the official Emulation ritual and lectures. The book will include marbled covers, a satin ribbon, and rubricated title pages.”

For more information, and to pre-oder a copy, see the details from the MSB program here.

Hand Sanitizer Donation Update

As of this writing Odenton Lodge has donated 300 bottles of the planned 400, to Fire Departments, Police Departments and local charities. We currently have 100 bottles left to donate and only 100 bottles left for a donation of $5.00 for 3 bottles to offset the costs. Get your hand sanitizer today before it’s too late.

Temple Clean Up & Beautification

Bro Brian Coons, Secretary of Odenton Lodge Initiated the lodge clean up and beautification efforts of the lodge during the month of May and beginning of June. Bro. Coons waxed the floors of the lodge, trimmed and groomed the grounds, and with the help of a few brothers mulched and power washed the lodge. Brethren, the lodge is our temple and it is looking great. Check out the Gallery for pictures.

ODENTON LODGE 209 DONATES HAND SANITIZER

Brethren,

We are happy to report that Odenton Lodge has acquired 800 pocket sized hand sanitizer bottles and plans on donating a total of 400 to Police Departments, Fire Departments and local charities. The lodge has already provided 150 bottles to Fire Departments and Police Departments to date. If you would like to support, we are also selling (donation) the remaining 400 bottles at a price of 3 bottles for $5. This will help cover the costs of production. At Odenton we don’t just recite the ritual work, we bring it to life.

Welcome to 2020 Important Information!

Brethren,

Dues Bills

Dues Bills for 2020 have been sent out and are due. Please submit your dues payment or contact brother secretary.

New Website

Brothers please make sure to check the events section of the website to stay informed with all of our stated communications, visitations, charitable efforts, breakfasts and dinners.

Calendar

Brothers please ensure to download the google calendar and stay up to date with all meetings and events.

Additionally, the calendar on the website is up to date and contains all activities.

Trestle Board

Brothers a copy of the latest trestle board is posted in the members section.

Quarterly Agenda Update

In 2020 a quarterly agenda will be sent out by the secretary to all the brothers via email with all stated communications, visitations/travelling, charity, and events. Additionally, this information can be found under the events tab on this website.

This agenda will be updated as needed and if so, sent out to the brothers to ensure ample time for planning and distribution of information.