AUGUST
SPECIAL HONORS
        S.K. Gerald A. Ford has been a most active member of his community and of the Masonic Fraternity for many years. Right Worshipful Brother Ford, as a member of South Denver Lodge No. 93, served as its WM in 1979, as its Secretary for 8 years, and presently serving as Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Colorado. He has held that position since 1999. S.K. Gerald, as a member of the York Rite Bodies, was the Excellent High Priest of South Denver No. 42 in 1984; Thrice Illus. Master in 1987 for Arapahoe Council No. 23 and presently as Grand Recorder of the Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Colo.; and after knighted in Ascalon Commandery No. 31, was its Eminent Commander in 1985-86. He was appointed in the Commandery line in 1987 and served as REGrand Commander of Colorado in 1994.
        He has served the Grand Chapter of Colorado as its Grand Lecturer from 1995 to fall of 1997 and served as Grand High Priest in 2005-06. He presently serves as Recorder for St. Bernard Commandery No. 41; holds the office of Grand Recorder of the Grand Commandery of Colorado and the honor of Knight Commander of the Temple. He has also been honored to serve the Grand Encampment as the Northwest Dept Commander for the 62nd triennial.
      In the spring of 1984, S.K. Gerald was asked to serve the Scottish Rite as the Secretary of the Colorado Consistory Scottish Rite Bodies. He held that task until 1992 when the merger took place of the two Scottish Rite Bodies in Denver. He received the rank and decoration of a KCCH in 1985; the title of Honorary Past Commander of Kadosh in 1991; and coroneted an Inspector General Honorary, 33 degree, in 1991.
     Sharing more leadership, S.K. Gerald is presently the Deputy Prior in Pikes Peak Priory No. 21 and the Sixth Pillar in the Grand College of America HRAKTP; Past Preceptor of the Crown of Thorns Tabernacle No. 28 and current Registrar; Past Sovereign Master and current secretary of Pikes Peak Council No. 156; Governor of Centennial College in 1996 and awarded the Order of the Purple Cross the same year; Grand Governor of Colorado from 1997-2002; Preceptor General of the York Rite Sovereign College 2002-2006 and currently a member of the Board of Directors. He was Excellent Chief of Kincora Council in 2002-03; Past Puissant Sovereign of Mt. of Holy Cross Conclave in 1997 and current Recorder and presently the Intendant General for the Division of Colorado, Red Cross of Constantine. He is active in Denver High Twelve Club, National Sojourners, Order of DeMolay, and Royal Order of Scotland.
     After graduating from high school, he enlisted with the US Air Force and served 11 years in Aircraft Maintenance Management. After discharge, he entered a new career of residential construction and became the project manager. His first marriage blessed him with four children, 3 daughters and one son, all of whom are happily married. He married Audrey in 1982 and gained an additional son and daughter and now blessed with 12 grandchildren. We do highly commend S.K. Gerald for his industrious contributions in the total vineyard of Freemasonry.

A YEARLY MASONIC EVENT-Aug

For over a century, the York Rite Masons of Kansas have been making a yearly trek to the summit of Pikes Peak to have fraternal fellowship and to inspect a deposit that was made over 100 years ago. And more recently, that century old deposit was opened with great eagerness and ceremony. Everyone reflected upon the pristine condition of all the items that had been enclosed. A second deposit was subsequently made. The Kansas Masons have always invited all Colorado Masons to join them in this inspection. It shows unity to see presiding officers dressed in their respective organization regalia. This event will take place over the Labor Day week end in September. Should you desire to join the "pilgrimage" to the 14,000 plus summit, contact MEC Robert D. Elsloo, 970-522-3403 or rdelsloo@msn.com The picture shows Cryptic Masons gathered on the extended rock on the edge of the mountain clinging tightly to the railing that surrounds the deposit.

THIRTIETH ANNUAL COLORADO GRAND YORK RITE SESSIONS
      You may not be on the mailing list to receive information regarding the Annual Sessions to be held September 6, 7, and 8, 2007, at the Doubletree Hotel in Denver. The secretary/recorder of the constituent York Rite Bodies have received registration forms for the Doubletree Hotel on Quebec Street and for meals. Also the credential cards for the top three presiding officers have been issued. It is the responsibility of these York Rite Officers to be present or assign a companion/sir knight as a proxy for you. Each chapter, council, and commandery is to be represented by their elected officers.
     On Thursday, Sept. 6, the 132nd Annual conclave of the Grand Commandery of K.T. will open with a 6 a.m. breakfast for all members of the Past Commanders Association. This is followed by the General York Rite Opening for all members and their guests with reception and introduction of members of several Freemasonry families. This is followed by opening of session by Denver-Colorado No. 1. Reception of Grand Commandery guests will be followed by business sessions, election, and open installation of 2007-08 Grand Commandery officers at 4 p.m. A KYCH banquet and annual conclave is scheduled for 6 p.m.
     Friday, Sept. 7 will find the 113th Annual Assembly of the Grand Council starting with breakfast at 6:30 a.m.. Those eligible as TIM's can receive conferral of the Order of the Silver Trowel. Jefferson Council No. 24 will open the Grand Council. Divine/Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m. Following reception of guests, the business sessions and election, a public installation of the new Grand Council Officers will take place at 4 p.m.. The Grand York Rite Banquet will be held in the evening at 6 p.m.
      The 113th Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of RAM will be held Saturday, Sept. 8 starting with a 5:45 a.m. breakfast followed by conferral of the Order of High Priesthood on all Excellent High Priest who have not received the Order. Pueblo Chapter No. 3 has been asked to open the Session. Again, after reception of guests, business sessions and election, an open installation of Grand Chapter Officers at 2 p.m. will conclude the day.
     A full program of activities is scheduled for the ladies each day with events in the hospitality room, tours, and attending many of the meal functions and non-tiled sessions with their spouse.
     Contact your secretary/recorder for the proper registration forms or contact the editor of this magazine supplement. 719-583-2042 or braveday@fone.net.