St Elli Lodge continues support for young musicians

The St. Elli Lodge held its ‘Ladies Dining Evening’ on 20th March and once again the members welcomed their Ladies, family and friends who were non-masons to attend. The evening commenced with the Lodge being Tyled at 6.30pm as per a regular meeting with the exception that visiting Brethren were admitted before the Lodge was opened. During which time there was a Wine reception for the Ladies and guests.

Having dealt with domestic matters the Lodge was closed in peace and harmony and the brethren retired to disrobe and accompany their Ladies and guests back into the Temple.

The Worshipful Master , Worshipful Brother Dr. Jonathan Jones, and his wife YunSon welcomed all and  introduced  Bro Cerith Owens the chairman of Loud Applause Rising Stars (LARS) who then introduced the three singers,  Penelope George, Rhys Hunter and Grace Victoria  Williams accompanied by LARS Musical Advisor Stewart Roberts who entertained us with a popular choice of songs which was thoroughly enjoyed by all.

After the entertainment  there was a three-course meal and  at the end of which the Worshipful Master formally presented  Grace Victoria Williams with a certificate  recognising her as the recipient of the 2023 St Elli Lodge Music Bursary.

Since 2017, St. Elli Lodge has maintained a close partnership with LARS, highlighted by the establishment of the St. Elli Lodge Music Bursary, awarded annually to a LARS member.

Except for 2021, which was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lodge has generously sponsored six consecutive years of bursaries, and LARS is immensely grateful for its support.