Bro. Joseph E. Murphy, CEO of the Masonic Homes, enjoys a conversation with a few guests at a reunion in Fort Myers

More than 1,000 Pennsylvania Freemasons, their spouses, widows, and family members living in Florida attended a Masonic Reunion at one of three locations: the Araba Shrine Temple in Fort Myers on March 25; the Egypt Shrine Temple in Tampa on March 26; or the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Winter Park on March 27. Approximately 7,500 Pennsyl-vania Freemasons reside in the "Sunshine State." The four-hour events included a reception, lunch, program, and social hour. Special highlights of the reunions included the Grand Master's presentation of 50-year Emblems of Gold, door prizes, and mementos from the Grand Master and his wife.

The reunions were hosted by R.W. Grand Master James L. Ernette and his wife, Brenda. Grand Lodge officers and their wives, as well as Masonic Homes' staff, also greeted the brethren and their guests. The Masonic Homes' staff shared important information about the continuum of quality care services provided through the Masonic Homes of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania.

Fifty-year Emblems of Gold recipients with
the Grand Lodge Officers in Tampa

Fifty-year Emblems of Gold recipients with
the Grand Lodge Officers in Winter Park

Fifty-year Emblems of Gold recipients with
the Grand Lodge Officers in Fort Myers