2016 Remembrance and Renewal
The Broken Column
On March 14, 2016 The Valley of Tampa held an impressive ceremony of Remembrance and Renewal honoring those members who have made the transition from this transitory existence to one of endless duration.
The ceremony of The Mystic Banquet and The Extinguishing and Relighting of the Lights was conducted with precision and dignity.
The Cast which performed the ritual in a precise and proficient manner were as follows:
Wise Master Joseph A. Gonzalez, 32° KCCH
Senior Warden Jerome E. Murray, 32° KCCH
Junior Warden Walter Schoepf, 32° KCCH
Prelate Ronald P. Lupien, 32° KCCH
Secretary Kenneth P. Scott, 32°
Almoner Lynn C. Raposa, 32° KCCH
Master of Ceremonies Scott McAlister, 32° KCCH
Orator William C. Sundquist, 32°
Guardian of the Temple Steven J. Silvers, 32°
Senior Deacon Billy D. Schmidt, 32°
Soloist Brian D. Campbell, 32° KCCH
Organist Robert D. Davidson, 32° KCCH
The Celebration of Remembrance and Renewal is a Scottish Rite nonobligatory festival held on, or as near as possible, the vernal equinox
The words of this ceremony speak to the hearts and minds of all men. But words alone do not suffice. It is our actions which speak louder than our words. Intention without action is of little value.
The Ceremony of Remembrance and Renewal, including the Mystic Banquet, is not a religious observance. It is neither the Feast of the Passover nor a Sacrament of Holy Communion.
It is an observance, a sublime celebration of Rebirth, Freedom, and Fraternity.
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AASR Orient of Florida 
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