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"When we reach the first of May, Earth has moved along its orbit where in the Northern Hemisphere each day is longer than the one before. The Sun is climbing in our sky, and everything in the Northern Hemisphere responds to its light. The celebration is for regeneration of life that comes with increased sunlight that is so noticeable when we reach the junction between vernal equinox and summer solstice."
- Von Del Chamberlain, Cross Quarter May Day
And a light-filled month of May to all of you...
Here at MMC we begin the month with thoughts of some recent successes and some excitement about what is coming up:
Notable Dates:
| May 3-4 |
Looking forward to seeing friends among the Stars at Grand Chapter in St. Cloud – be sure to stop by the MMC presentation booth
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| May 8 |
Cancer U free presentation for the public hosted by the Masonic Cancer Center- more info
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| May 13 |
Mother’s Day (or the Holy Day of Brunch as it is known in the restaurant trade…)
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| May 19 |
Armed Forces Day – Always an important reminder to acknowledge those who serve our country
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Plus… when was the last time you watched the premiere of a film that received a standing ovation? Find out here how you and members of your Lodge or Chapter might see it.
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| And finally… a moment to celebrate an amazing success for Minnesota Lodges and Chapters and for the food shelves of Minnesota! Take a look… |
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From Dec. 1, 2011 to March 1, 2012 Minnesota Masonic Charities matched funds raised by participating Masonic Lodges and O.E.S. Chapters throughout the state, at a 2-for-1 basis — doubling its standard dollar-for-dollar match offered year round.
Lodges and Chapters around the state used the 2:1 match to spur local campaign activities, supported by radio advertisements, banners and individual requests. Delta Lodge No. 119 in Marshall (pictured above) raised enough funds to earn a $75,000 check for its local food shelf.
The result? Nearly $800,000 contributed to several Minnesota hunger relief organizations throughout the state.
Congratulations to all participating fraternal groups- proof that we are at our most effective when we are Stronger Together!
| Total Grants: |
129 |
| Lodges Participating: |
62 |
| Chapters Participating: |
35 |
| Other Fraternal Groups Participating: |
4 |
| Number of Food Shelves: |
93 |
| Amount Raised by Fraternal Groups |
$263,174.60
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| MMC Match: |
$526,349.20 |
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At the 2012 Annual Communication breakfast hosted by Minnesota Masonic Charities, this year’s video premiere brought an audience of over 200 Masons and their guests to a spontaneous and rousing standing ovation.
A moving and beautifully crafted film by Junior Grand Steward Steven Johnson, (who is also Director of Media Production at the Minnesota Medical Foundation, University of Minnesota) Stronger Together shares real moments of Lodge and Chapter charitable projects that partnered with MMC matching grants and truly made a difference in their community.
 And now you can get a copy of this DVD for your next meeting (including if you choose, an informative presentation by Brother John Schwietz, MMC Director of Fund Development): give us a call at 952-948-6004 to secure your copy and schedule John – you don’t want to miss this opportunity! P.S. You will need Kleenex close by…
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What are the risk factors for skin cancer?
What are the signs and symptoms of skin cancer?
Can skin cancer be prevented?
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Get answers from the experts at the Masonic Cancer Center at:
 Cancer U: Skin Cancer
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
6:30-8:30 p.m.
University of Minnesota
Weisman Art Museum
This event is free and
open to the public.
Patients, family, staff, and anyone who is interested in learning about skin cancer is welcome to attend this free program sponsored by the Masonic Cancer Center. There is no cost for this program but
pre-registration is required.
RSVP is required 612-624-2620 or ccinfo@umn.edu
Cancer U events are offered as a community service to provide cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and others interested in learning more about cancer with an opportunity to get accurate information about cancer from University cancer researchers and physicians.
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