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October.-December.’2024 The Ashlar ; Vol. XIX Issue III

Dear Brethren, Facta Non Verba - From Regional Grand Master 2
History Of Lodge Reginald Spence No.109 3
The phrase "Well begun is half done"
suggests that starting a task properly and with DUM SPIRO SPERO - The Banner of Lodge Reginald 5-7
Spence No 109
good preparation increases the likelihood of
success. It emphasizes the importance of a Yom Kippur – Day Of Atonement “It Is Finished” 9-11
solid beginning, as a strong start can set the Significance of Fellowship in Freemasonry 13-15
tone for the entire process. We have entered
the third quarter of this publication under the Area Meeting Mumbai 17-19
stewardship of R.W.Bro.Subhash L Saraf, Masonic Premier League 21-25
Regional Grand Master.
In Memoriam 25
Nick Vujicic was born in 1982 in Melbourne, Inauguration Of MP Roving Lodge Of Instruction 27-28
Australia, with a rare genetic condition called Long Term Service Jewel - RGLWI 28
tetra-amelia syndrome, which resulted in the V. W. Bro. Dr. S.P. Jog Memorial Expression 2024
absence of all four limbs. From a young age, Competition 29
Nick faced immense challenges, including
physical limitations and bullying from peers. LTS Presentation at Nagpur 30-31
He struggled with feelings of isolation and Poem 32
despair, even contemplating suicide at one
point during his childhood. SOCIAL SERVICE / ACTIVITY REPORT OF RGLWI 33-41
LTS Presentation at Mumbai 42
Nick decided to turn his experiences into
something positive. He began sharing his
story and message of hope with others. He Glimpses Activity of
has since become a world-renowned RGLWI
motivational speaker, traveling to over 60
countries and reaching millions of people. His
speeches focus on themes of resilience,
hope, and the importance of maintaining a
positive attitude in the face of adversity. Editor : R.W.Bro.Tarun Shrivastava
‘Laughter House', Smt. Urmila S. Shrivastava Marg,
H.No. 214, New Colony, Nagpur-440001
Brethren, if Nick can motivate us, Email : tarunssa@gmail.com
freemasonry has many such stories to share, Sub Editor : W.Bro.J. Rajagopal, R G Asstt Secretary
Correspondent
like your lodge history, the permanent project Mumbai : R.W.Bro. Mehernosh M Patel
etc. These shall inspire the next generation of Pune : W.Bro.Sanjiv Gidwani
Freemasons. You never know, you could be Indore & Bhopal : V.W.Bro.Girish Wagh
: W.Bro.Mayank Dave
Gujarat
making others emulate and change.
Jabalpur : R.W.Bro.Inderpal Singh Ruprah
Advisory : R.W.Bro.Subhash Saraf, RGM
I thank the authors and brethren for M.W.Bro.Vasudeo J Masurekar, OSM
supporting with articles, social service report Printing & Layout : Mr. Motilal Abhiman Ukare
and activity. Published by R.W.Bro. Mehernosh M Patel RGS, RGLWI and Printed at
Namita Art, Near HP Petrol Pump, Katol Road, Nagpur-13
Wait for our next issue, till then keep smiling. Published material does not necessarily reflect the views of the editor or of the institutional leadership,
nor the editor takes responsibility for errors of fact that may be made by the writers. Reprint are
Yours Fraternally, permitted, provided they are in context, mentioned the source and a published copy sent to the editor.
Regional Grand Lodge of Western India
Freemason's Hall, Damodardas Sukhadwala Marg, Fort, Mumbai-400 001.
R.W.Bro.Tarun Shrivastava, Dip.M.Ed. Telephone: 022-22071120/Fax: 022-22074875
Email:rglowi@gmail.com

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