Greetings Brethren,
I would like to have you ask yourself, have you been living your Masonry, having fun, and enjoying it? If so, congratulations! If not, why not? Since I started following that simple phrase, my life has changed for the better. Ever since being raised, I have met some great people, introduced new people to Masonry, and new pleasures have opened
to my view.

Do you proudly display a square & compass on your vehicle, or clothing? In the past, I have worn a Masonic shirt or pin and been recognized by brethren at cigar socials in other states. I met about a dozen Brothers’ at Hog’s Breath Saloon in Key West Florida. In addition to meeting existing brothers of the craft, what have you done to introduce a
prospective member of the fraternity to our teachings and principals? Our symbols have been in the news quite a bit recently. Someone may meet you, see how you conduct yourself in your daily life, and be prompted to ask the question or questions that may lead him on the path to make himself a better man, and this world a better
place.

I would like to thank the members of the lodge who have been traveling with me, and supporting our Lodge. January was a busy month. In the first week, we had an entertaining program at our business meeting. The following week, fifteen members of Mozart Lodge successfully removed the 18th District Traveling Gavel from the clutches of Collingswood-Cloud Lodge #101. I’m sure we will lose it at our Official Visit, but it was  a great night of fellowship! Next was our first conferral of the Entered Apprentice degree of the year, on three candidates. On January 22, there were two full tables of Mozart members and spouses at the Scottish Rite dinner in Collingswood, and finally we had eleven visitors to the Masonic HOME to help the Brethren arrive at the Chapel Services.

While I began this message about wearing our emblems so that people know we are Freemasons, ultimately, it is what we say and do that will convince the world of the good effects of Masonry. Mozart Lodge is living Freemasonry day by day. Come live it with us.

Fraternally,
Michael F Ohr Jr. – Worshipful Master

Also, as stated last evening, just a few short hours before visiting Mozart Lodge, Little Darling Deirdre was interviewed on NBC 10 News.

Their goal is to reestablish the defamed reputation of the Pit Bull as America’s premier companion animal, war hero, and therapy dog.

I hate to be clichéd and say something like: “Since my election, it has been a whirlwind”, but it honestly has. December has been such a busy month, that I was actually glad to get back to work after the holidays. Going back to work provided me with a brief chance to catch my breath, Of course, I‟m of the mindset that busy is good, and that being busy keeps us from getting ourselves into trouble. With that thought in mind, Mozart Lodge is going to have a busy year!

I am focused on working hard, and playing harder. Between degrees and social events, we already have a full schedule for the first half of the year. We have a young officer line, men with fresh, young ideas. As a result, there is a little something for everyone. If you can‟t find something you like, then contact me and tell me what you think we are missing.

We are also going to be bringing back a few things that we have strayed away from over the years. One will be that, at the conclusion of each meeting, we will be place a hat outside the door of the lodge room for donations, for either the Charity Fund, or our designated charity of the month. Brethren, I know these are tough times, but please do what you can. Of course, if you are unable to make a financial donation, we will always appreciate your time and support of our degree work and social activities. With many committees being formed and events upcoming, I challenge you to get involved. Even a few hours a month can go a long way, many hands make little work!

My brothers, I have the utmost confidence in our officers, our member‟s participation, and that overall, Mozart Lodge is moving forward in every way.

Fraternally,
Michael F Ohr Jr.
Worshipful Master

Please contact me via phone or email. My phone number is 856-261-2369 & email address is kwj0329@aol.com.

Thank You,
Keith Josepayt
Mozart Historian & JMC

Regular Communication Tuesday January 5th 2010 at 6:30 PM, please call or email, Bro Keith Josepayt so we have enough food for everyone. Regular Business, Audit Committee Report, MM Exams, balloting if necessary, closing, presentation from the “Pinups for Pitbulls” (Animal Charity) followed by
refreshments.

Emergent Communication on Tuesday January 19th for the conferral of the Entered Apprentice Degree. Dinner 630 PM, Opening 7:30 PM.

By Order of Worshipful Brother
Michael F Ohr Jr., W.M.
Attest: Frank Dominiano, Sec.

Since we as Masons are always trying to do a little good, we will be collecting coats, blankets, hats, gloves, individually wrapped toothbrushes and small toothpastes. These will be distributed DIRECTLY to the homeless in the region. The organizer tells me “We go every Sat morning and get there at 11am. It’s amazing because the people line up as they see the van coming. It’s not in a shelter; these are people who have no shelter at all.”

The day’s labors done
My journey’s end has come.
A new guide, now lead us on.
The path may be the same,
But the style is his own.
A new post, will soon pass,
Another mark, will be reached.
Let us all pray, he will lead us,
To an even brighter day.

My Brother, I thank you for honoring me, by letting me serve as your  Worshipful Master for the year of 2009. It has been a wonderful year of Masonic Labor, Brotherhood and friendship. Through everyone’s support we accomplished many things and did a log of thins as a group. Now it will be up to our next worshipful Master to continue improving our lodge. I hope we will have many more great years as a lodge. May God Bless and Keep you and your families safe this coming religious holiday season and may you have a wonderful 2010.

See you in lodge my friends and brothers
Fraternally,
Roger D. Bohn Sr.
Worshipful Master

Annual Communication Tuesday December 1st, 2009. Dinner will be at 6:30 PM, please call, email, or text Mike so we have enough food for everyone. Regular Business, balloting if necessary, closing and refreshments.

Annual Installation, Sunday, December, 6th, 2009, Rib Roast Dinner at 6:00 PM ($20.00), followed by installation of officers at 7:30 PM.. Please RSVP with Bro. Todd Mertz at 609-519-8250, or tsmertz@verizon.net.

By Order of Worshipful Brother
Roger D Bohn Sr., W.M.
Attest: Frank Dominiano, Sec.