What a great time we had at Sweethearts’Night held at the Black Stallion in Hampton. We were given the back room of the restaurant which was a wise move by the restaurant with how much laughing was going on by all of us. Our ladies were presented with an array of chocolates and chocolate covered strawberries. Hilarious stories were told (I’m using the passive voice to protect the “innocent”). During dinner, we spent hours laughing, talking, and did I mention we had chocolate? In all, we had one of the best Sweethearts’ Nights, and I think all of us in attendance had way too much fun. I want to thank Brother Wayne for putting the whole event together.

- Nick Johnson
Worshipful Master, Corinthian Lodge No. 67

Front Row: Steve Bernhardt, Gary Thomas, W.M. Nick Johnson, Wayne Sisel, Don Olsen Back Row: James McNeely IV, Bill DeJohn (P.M.), R.W.B. Brian Beermann, David A. Kvestad, Joel Wolfe, Dan Hornseth, Leonard Smith

A Fourth School of Instruction was held at Corinthian Lodge No.67 on Thursday February 18th.

The Fourth School focused on opening, closing, balloting, and receiving Grand Officers.  It was led by Right Worshipful Brother Brian Beerman, Junior Grand Warden and Southeast Area Custodian, and Don Olsen Custodian-at-Large. 

Participants learned a great deal having Custondians of the Ritual Work on hand to give definitive answers to questions and guide them toward better ritual work.  The instruction was illustrated with extensive real world examples and the Custodian’s own experiences.  They answered our questions and gave solid advice on how to improve our ritual work.

Last night Corinthian Lodge No.67 held it's scheduled Fellow Craft degree.  Scott Cummings, Jon Simon, and Brad Swager proofed up and were passed to the degree of Fellow Craft.

In a change common at other lodges, the Senior Warden assumed the Worshipful Master's position and ran the ceremonies.  Worshipful Master Nick Johnson performed the Staircase Lecture with great proficiency.

Many Brothers were in attendance, helping make it a great event.  There were no fewer than 10 Past Masters on hand, including Worshipful Brother Troye Downs (P.M. Palestine #7) and Worshipful Brother Jim Arneson (P.M. Barneveld #319), and 8 Corinthian Past Masters representing a decade of Lodge leadership.

Paul Hardt (P.M. 2009), Bill DeJohn (P.M. 2008), Joseph Kivens (P.M. 2007), Lee Soberg (P.M. 2006), James Henderson, Sr (P.M. 2005), Hugh Swift, Jr. (P.M. 1991 & 2002), Wayne Gensler (P.M. 1994 & 2000), and Randall Poulson (P.M. 1989)

Corinthian Lodge No.67 held an Entered Apprentice Educational Table Lodge on January 19th.  The table lodge format created a festive and interactive setting, punctuated by serious degree work.  

It gave the four candidates (now Entered Apprentices) a good chance to meet the Brothers and experience the spirit of the Lodge.

Several Grand Lodge members were in attendance, including Most Worshipful Brother Thomas G. McCarthy, Grand Master of Minnesota, Most Worshipful Brother Thomas C. Jackson, Past Grand Master of Minnesota, and Right Worshipful Brother John L. Cook Jr, Deputy Grand Master of Minnesota.  Corinthian Lodge would like to thank them for their support and encouragement.

MWB Thomas C. Jackson, RWB John L. Cook Jr, MWB Thomas G. McCarthy, WB Nick Johnson

WB Randy Poulson, MWB Thomas G. McCarthy, WB Nick Johnson

WB Randy Poulson, MWB Thomas G. McCarthy, WB Nick Johnson, WB Hugh Swift

Senior Warden Steve Bernhardt demonstrating a toast

Another Entered Apprentice Table Lodge is planned for Fall 2010.

On January 4th, Corinthian Lodge's own Steve Bernhardt was elected and installed as the High Priest of Corinthian Chapter No.33.  The elected term is for one year.  The officers were installed by the Grand High Priest of Minnesota, Most Excellent Companion Douglas A. Nygard.

Steve's goal as High Priest is to "...increase exposure of York Rite Masonry to the Blue Lodge members, and also the surrounding communities."

Steve serves as Senior Warden at Corinthian Lodge and has been active in the York Rite for several years. The heads of all three York Rite bodies in Minnesota were present.

2010 Corinthian No.33 Officers:
Steve Bernhardt  - High Priest
Richard Kachman - King
Randy Poulson - Scribe
Hugh Swift, Jr.  - Treasurer/Secretary
Carl Lidstrom - Captain of the Host
Mark Anderson - Principle Sojourner
Doug Beach - Royal Arch Captain 
Thomas Angell - 1st veil
Bill Callister - 2nd veil
Doug Remmey - 3rd veil