England meets Texas at HCL
The lodge held an entertaining education event last night when Bro Chris Moyses from Austin Lodge 12 gave an illuminating talk on the differences between the two jurisdictions. Topics included lodge layout, the use of music, ritualistic differences and culture.
Bro Chris was aided in part by Bro Nick Grossman, Hill City’s WM, and both were dressed in their UGLE regalia for the event.
Grand Master of Texas visits Hill City Lodge
The MW Grand Master of Texas, Jim Rumsey, honored Hill City Lodge with a special visit last night to celebrate the lodge’s 150th anniversary. Along with Grand Senior Warden H Chip Green and other Grand Officers, the brethren dined on a delicious meal prepared by the Garde Manger of Austin Scottish Rite. After dinner the Grand Master conducted a special ceremony to honor the occasion and present the lodge with a special 150th certificate.
Hill City Installation of Officers for the 2026-2027 year
The officers for the forthcoming masonic year were installated in due form last week. 48 people attended for a delicious catered meal followed by the installation ceremony. The Colorado Commandary No 4 were in attendance to provide an Arch of Steel and presentation of the flags.
There’s a busy year ahead with a comprehensive lodge program ahead, starting with a visit by the Grand Master next week to mark the lodge’s 150th anniversary.
