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Vol. 93 No. 5
Special AnCom Issue
Editor’s Notes By VW Marlon M. Castor, Grand Orator
Unexpected encore
I was hoping to put my pen away for good knowing that I have put to bed the last regular issue of The Cable Tow. However, upon the request of our Grand Master and seeing the need of our brethren to acquiant themselves with the candidates for the position of JGW, I was compelled to take to the sheets again. In planning out this issue, I had asked The Cable Tow Secretary to call the respective DDGMs as well as the candidates to furnish the publication with their respective curriculum vitae as well as their proposed plans and programs for the Craft and for the brethren.
However, despite much prodding and despite earnest efforts to provide equal exposure to all the candidates, it seems that plans don’t really push through according to instruction. Thus, it was a choice between meeting the deadlines or being placed at the whims of our candidates. Thus, the publication was compelled to work with what was given to it (which is akin to a reward to those who gave in to our requests and to those who submitted such information early for publication). To the brethren who felt that the publication should have waited more, I beg for your indulgence as a few more days of delay would place the objective of this issue for naught. These issues are not grown in a day it seems and much
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planning and lead time are necessary to ensure that it comes out on time. To my brethren candidates, good luck on your candidacy and I trust that you all will only have the best interest of the Craft in mind and in heart. Also included in this issue are the writings of a wizened Past Grand Master, reminders for the upcoming Annual Communications as well as recollections of the last of the Grand Master’s global sojourn. To all our readers, happy reading and see you in Tagaytay City!!!
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In This Issue Editor’s Notes Official AnCom 2017 Schedule But the greatest of this is Charity The official list of nominees for the position of Junior Grand Warden MW Gazmin attends Japan 2017 Annual Communications The Grand Master’s Word
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EDITORIAL BOARD MW Rudyardo V. Bunda, PGM, GMH MW Reynato S. Puno, PGM, GMH MW Danilo D. Angeles, PGM VW Oliver V. Yabut, AGS VW Sixto S. Esquivias IV, PGA VW Samuel P. Fernandez, PGC VW Flor R. Nicolas - Consultant
EDITORIAL STAFF
LOOK AT WHAT WE FOUND!
TOKYO INVASION: A recent copy of The Cable Tow displayed at the Tokyo Masonic Center.
VW Marlon M. Castor, GOra Editor In-Chief Ms. JESUSANA s. ESCOBIA Secretary ABOUT THE COVER: Grand Master MW Voltaire T. Gazmin stands beside newlyreinstalled MW Don Reynolds of the United Grand Lodge of Victoria. The two jurisdictions are working out a special treaty for their mutual benefit. The Cable Tow is the official publication of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the Philippines. It is a bimonthly publication for and in the interest of the members of the subordinate lodges in this jurisdiction, who are regular subscribers thereto. Original articles are subjected to editing, and when published becomes the intellectual property of the publication. Any article published in The Cable Tow may be reprinted in full, or excerpts thereof reproduced, provided proper attribution to the author is made, the source is given due credit, and The Cable Tow desk is furnished with a courtesy copy of the reprinted material. The publication holds office at the 2/F Plaridel Masonic Temple, 1440 San Marcelino St., Ermita, Manila D 2801, Philippines. PAID ADVERTISEMENTS ARE ACCEPTED FOR PRINTING IN THE CABLE TOW.
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MONDAY, April 24
TUESDAY, April 25
Welcome/Reception of Foreign Dignitaries/Brethren
Welcome/Reception of Foreign Dignitaries/Brethren
Aguinaldo Hall, Plaridel Masonic Temple, Grand Lodge of the Philippines, Manila (9am to 5pm) Guests can meet and greet the Grand Master and tour the GLP Grounds. An orientation is also conducted as well as pre-registration procedures.
Aguinaldo Hall, Plaridel Masonic Temple, Grand Lodge of the Philippines, Manila (9am to 5pm) Guests can meet and greet the Grand Master and tour the GLP Grounds. An orientation is also conducted as well as pre-registration procedures.
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WEDNESDAY, April 26
On-site Registration / Distribution of Kits
On-site Registration / Distribution of Kits
Tagaytay International Convention Center, Tagaytay City (9am to 5pm) Delegates to the GLP’s 101st Annual Communication may proceed to the registration booth to registration and/or claim their convention kits.
Tagaytay International Convention Center, Tagaytay City (9am to 5pm) Delegates to the GLP’s 101st Annual Communication may proceed to the registration booth to registration and/or claim their convention kits.
Fraternal Luncheon Tagaytay International Convention Center, Tagaytay City (12nn to 1pm) Lunch for dignitaries and guests of the Grand Master (By invitation only)
Courtesy Call to the City Mayor Tagaytay City Hall (2pm to 3pm) The Grand Master and his team conducts a courtesy call to the Mayor of Tagaytay City at City Hall.
Welcome Cocktails Dignitaries Area, Taal Vista Hotel (5pm to 7pm) – by invitation only The Grand Master’s guests can meet and greet the Grand Master prior to the opening of the AnCom. An AnCom Orientation will be also conducted and distribution of Visitor’s Kit.
THURSDAY, April 27
Opening of the 101st Annual Communications Sampaguita Hall, Taal Vista Hotel (8am to 12nn) • Reception of the Grand Master (9am) • Reception of dignitaries • Reception of the Guest of Honor and Speaker (Hon. Antonio T. Carpio, Senior Associate JusticeSupreme Court of the Philippines) • Presentation of the Philippine Flag • Panunumpa sa Watawat • Pagpupugay sa Watawat • Singing of the Grand Lodge Hymn • Invocation by the Grand Chaplain • Declaring the Opening of the 101st AnCom by the Grand Master • Welcome Remarks by the Deputy Grand Master RW Abraham N. Tolentino • Introduction of the Guest of Honor and Speaker by VW Oscar V. Badelles, JGL-Northern Mindanao • Keynote Message by Hon. Antonio
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T. Carpio, Senior Associate Justice • Supreme Court of the Philippines • Presentation of Token of Appreciation to the Guest of Honor and Speaker
Fraternal Luncheon Tagaytay International Convention Center, Tagaytay City (12nn to 1pm)
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Lunch for dignitaries and guests of the Grand Master (By invitation only)
The 101st Annual Communication Sampaguita Hall, Taal Vista Hotel (2pm to 5pm) - AnCom delegates only • Delivery of the Grand Oration • Roll Call of Lodges • Determination of Quorum • Presentation/Approval of the minutes and proceedings of 100th
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AnCom Call to Order of the Annual Corporate Meeting of the GLP Presentation/Approval of the minutes and proceedings of 100th AnCom as minutes of the GLP as a corporate entity Presentation/Approval of the Reports of the Grand Guild of Past Masters, the Masonic Charities for Crippled Children, Inc., and the and Fraternal Relief Assistance Program Presentation by the Committee on AnCom Evaluation
Grand Master’s Night Tagaytay International Convention Center, Tagaytay City (7pm to 12mn) Open invitation to guests and delegates
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FRIDAY, April 28 The 101st Annual Communication Sampaguita Hall, Taal Vista Hotel (8am to 12nn)- AnCom delegates only • Presentation of the Report of the Grand Master • Bidding for AnCom 2018 • Grand Lodge Officers’ Reports • Presentation/Approval of GLP Committee Reports
Fraternal Luncheon Tagaytay International Convention Center, Tagaytay City (12nn to 1pm) Lunch for dignitaries and guests of the Grand Master (By invitation only)
GLP Annual Elections
Masters Degree Tagaytay International Convention Center, Tagaytay City (9am to 12nn) Conferral of the Installed Past Master’s Degree to all qualified Past Masters and incumbent Worshipful Masters
Meeting/Orientation of Incoming GLP Officers Sampaguita Hall, Taal Vista Hotel (8am to 12nn) Orientation meeting and coordination of all incoming GLP officers for MY 2017-2018
Fraternal Luncheon Tagaytay International Convention Center, Tagaytay City (12nn to 1pm) Lunch for dignitaries and guests of the Grand Master (By invitation only)
Sampaguita Hall, Taal Vista Hotel (2pm to 5pm)- AnCom delegates only Election of Grand Lodge Officers
Installation of GLP Officers for MY 2017-2018/Closing of the 101st Annual Communications
Dinner with the Past Grand Master
Sampaguita Hall, Taal Vista Hotel (3pm to 5pm) Installation of the new Grand Master and his team. Declaration of the close of the 101st AnCom.
,Taal Vista Hotel (7pm to 9pm) - By invitation only
SATURDAY, April 29
Fraternal Banquet Sampaguita Hall, Taal Vista Hotel
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... but the greatest of these is
Charity
By MW Reynato S. Puno, PGM
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CHARITY IS THE EXPRESSION OF LOVE: Mabuhay Shrine Temple Philippines Illustrious Potentate Juanito B. Vano, Jr. hand one of the bags of goodies to a little girl during the GLP’s 104th Anniversary last December 19, 2016 as VW JB Liclican stands in the background.
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Photo By VW Jojo Atienza
You have a great theme “Promoting charity is the synonym of love. In Charity to Worthy Causes for our 1 Corinthians 13, love is described Worthy Brothers.” The key word as the greatest of all virtues, viz: in your theme is “Charity.” The synonyms of charity are kindness, “If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels but have not love, I am assistance, altruism, benevolence, compassion, goodwill, generosity, only a resounding gong or a clanging relief, etc. With your leave, I like to cymbal. If I have the gift of prophesy and can fathom all mysteries and discuss the essence and nuances of all knowledge and if I have a faith the word “charity” from the Volume that can move mountains but have of the Sacred Law, the first of our not love, I am nothing. If I give all I three greater lights. possess to the poor and surrender my To most masons, the Volume body to the flames but have not love, I gain nothing. of the Sacred Law refers to the Bible. To others, it means the xxx Koran, the Veda, the Bhagavad Gita, the Zend Avesta or the Tao Te King depending on Love never fails. But where there are prophesies, they will cease; where their spiritual learnings. These different versions of the Volume there are tongues, they will be stilled; of Sacred Law emphasizes that where there is knowledge, it will pass away. Masonry is not a religion. Rather, Masonry is a compendium of the xxx virtues of the major religions over which men of different And now these three remain: faith, persuasions do not disagree. hope and love. But the greatest of For this reason, men of different these is love.” religions can unite in Masonry. This is the secret why Masonry has survived the tempests of To Christians, the greatest of all time and the changes of clime. virtues is love or charity. Biblical Freedom of religion is practised commentators classify the different in the lodge. Masonry is open to kinds of love. The highest kind of people of all religions provided love is known as “agape.” Agape is they believe in a Supreme Being. God’s love to His creation, especially Since I am a Christian, let me to mankind. The lowest kind of love discuss the meaning of charity is that driven by the appetite for sex. from the biblical and Christian As masons, we took the obligation to perspective. In the Holy Bible, be bound by a distinct kind of love,
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The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 i.e., brotherly love. Thus, as masons, to one another in brotherly love; give we pledge to follow the virtues of preference to one another in honor.” “brotherly love, relief and truth.” The latitude of “brotherly love” is best expressed in the relationship My point is that to understand between David and Jonathan. The the essence of “brotherly love,” we first Christians, the first century must know its origin, its historicity. Christian, followed this duty of “Brotherly love” is not a masonic “brotherly love” by caring for their obligation that was plucked out fellow Christians more than caring of thin air. “Brotherly love” is a for themselves. They thought of commandment given by the Lord “them” before thinking of “selves.” Jesus Christ to His disciples. In John To a great extent but not to its full 13:35, He says “By this all men will extent, our cabletow expresses this
I like to believe that if Masonry continues to be an indestructible force for good in the universe, it is because masons not only profess but practice this virtue of “brotherly love.” know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” Clearly then, Jesus commanded His disciples, all twelve of them, to love one another. The apostle Paul, in his letter to the Hebrews, exhorted and I quote. “Let love of the brethren continue.” His challenge is to let “brotherly love” continue and increase. Obviously, our masonic forefathers have picked up the challenge of the apostle Paul when they imposed on all masons the duty to observe “brotherly love.” But what is “brotherly love?” The apostle Paul gives us the basic definition of “brotherly love” in Romans 12:10. He said, “Be devoted
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biblical commandment of “brotherly love.” I like to believe that if Masonry continues to be an indestructible force for good in the universe, it is because masons not only profess but practice this virtue of “brotherly love.” The practice of “brotherly love” unites us and fulfils the words of the Psalmist “behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity (Psalm 133:1).” Let me go to the second point of your
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EDITOR’S NOTE: As much as the editorial desk of The Cable Tow would want to feature the profiles and programs of ALL the candidates, it has to consider its deadlines and the production capability of its printers. So despite its exhaustive efforts to retrieve such information through all available means to it, it can only feature those profiles and candidates that have replied to its urgent requests for the said information.
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VW RAMON G. TABOR • 24 Years Mason • Leonardo T. Pañares Memorial Lodge No. 220 • Masonic District R-X-B (Misamis Oriental, Camiguin)
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RAMON GALVEZ TABOR, a resident of Richmond Hills Subd., Dongallo Hilltop, Camaman-an, Cagayan de Oro City, born on December 28, 1955 at Cagayan de Oro City to parents TRANQUILINO RUBIO TABOR, (deceased) and JOVITA GALVEZ and wonderfully married to JOSEPHINE VALMORES DONGALLO, a Fines Arts, major in Interior Design graduate of University of Sto. Tomas, (UST) Manila, who bore two (2) children named CHRISTOPHER and MARIA ANGELICA. Stands 5 feet and 11 inches tall and weighs 200 lbs. His personal interests in sports since childhood has been playing BASKETBALL. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
POSITIONS HELD
Atty. Tabor is a true blue Atenean having finished his elementary (1962-1969), high school (19691973), and college years at the Xavier University, Ateneo De Cagayan (1973-1977 and 1981-1985). He finished with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Economics pursued a Bachelor of Law degree later in the same institution.
VW Tabor was the past Chairman of the Board of Cagayan de Oro College (COC) Board of Trustees. He was a Senior Partner of the TABOR, MORDENO TANGAN SUMICAD-HUERBANA & MORDENO Law Office located in Dongallo Compound, Camamanan, Cagayan de Oro City.
He was also elected City Councilor of the Second District of Cagayan de He was a recipient of the LOYALTY Oro City and served as the Majority AWARD for having faithfully Floor Leader of the said City and successfully gone through Council. the Jesuit system of Education for nineteen (19) years at Xavier MEMBERSHIPS University, Ateneo de Cagayan. He was also an OUTSTANDING He was elected for five (5) consecutive ALUMNI awardee of Xavier terms as City Councilor of Cagayan University, Ateneo de Cagayan de Oro City from 1992 to 2013 in 1998 and PASSED the 1985 BAR EXAMINATION and being He is a member and Past District admitted to the Philippine Bar Deputy Grand Master (PDDGM) under Roll Number 34299. for Masonic District No. 30, Free and
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Association (XU-AAA), 19981999.
He is a Past Master, Leonardo T. SUMMARY Pañares Lodge No. 220, Free and Accepted Masons of the Philippines, VW Tabor is the President of the Cagayan de Oro City. Association of Law Students of the XU College of Law when he He is a member of the Mindanao graduated in 1985. Shrine Club, under the jurisdiction of Aloha Shriners, A.A.O.N.M.S. He was admitted to the Bar in 1986 (Revolution Batch) and was elected He is also a member of the Order of as the youngest Director of the IBPthe Eastern Star (OES), Cadena de Misamis Oriental Chapter in 1987. Amor Chapter No. 16, Cagayan de Oro City and is also a member of the He is the Senior Partner of the Cagayan de Oro Eagles Club TABOR, MORDENO, TAN-GAN LARA-MAAGAD & SUMICADAtty. Tabor also served in the HUERBANA Law Office and a following positions: member of the Board of Trustees • Past Director, Integrated Bar of of Cagayan de Oro College (COC) the Philippines (IBP) Misamis Phinma Education. Oriental – Cagayan de Oro Chapter. He was elected City Councilor in • Member, Free Legal Assistance 1992 and completed his three (3) Group (FLAG), and Protestant terms as Councilor in 2001 and was Lawyer League of the appointed in 2005 as Consultant of Philippines (PLLP). the City Government and Overseer of • Past President, Rotary Club of the Roads and Traffic Administration Cagayan de Oro-North, 1999. (RTA). • Past Vice-Chairman, for MINDANAO, Philippine In his comeback bid, he was again Councilor’s League (PCL), elected City Councilor of the 1998-2001. Second District of Cagayan de Oro • Past National Secretary- City during the last May 14, 2007 General and National Executive election. Vice-President, Philippine Councilor’s League (PCL). A member of the SCINTILLA LEGIS • Past Vice-President, Xavier fraternity and Free and Accepted University, Ateneo Alumni Masons of the Philippines.
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VW EDWIN I. CORVERA • 23 Years Mason • Makiling Lodge No. 72 • MD RIV Laguna
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VW JOSE A. LIM III • 38 Years Mason • Sarangani Lodge No. 50 • Masonic District RXI-A (Davao City & Davao del Sur)
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VW Jose “Boyet” A. Lim III is the consummate businessman. He sits as Chairman and CEO of several companies which includes Duratrak Corporation, Milesplus Retread Corporation, Toyota Davao City, Inc., Toyota General Santos, Inc., Toyota Tagum City, Primeclass Land Corp., True Deals Finance & Leasing Corporation, and Toyota Matina, Davao. This native of Matina, Davao was raised as a Master Mason at Sarangani Lodge No. 50 on the 28th of August 1978. He is married to Sis. Dolly and is blessed with three children: Denise, Jose IV, and Danielle. golfers who are Freemasons, for the promotion of Charity, Fitness and VW Boyet, as he is more fondly Fellowship and Chairman of the called, studied at the Buluan Public Board in 1999 of St. Andrew’s, Inc., Elementary School and Notre Dame a corporation formed to establish of Tacurong High School. He took and operate a Golf Driving Range, up Business Management at the one of the main purposes of which is Mindanao State University and the to support the masonic charities of Ateneo de Manila University, as a SFOSA. scholar in both schools. Later, he took up an Entrepreneurship Course at VW BOYET LIM is a Honorary the Asian Institute of Management. Member, Class ’68, of the Philippine Military Academy. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES MASONIC CAREER VW Lim was a member of the Philippines Jaycees, Davao Chapter VW Boyet was raised to the Degree (1979 – 1982). He is also a member of Master Mason in Sarangani Lodge of Class of 1984 of Rotary District No. 50. In November 1978, he was 3860 and was a part of the Group conferred the 4th – 32nd Degrees of Study Exchange to the United States Scottish Rite Freemasonry, Davao and Canada. He was a member of Bodies (with special dispensation Rotary Club of East Davao (1984 – from then Ill. Ricardo Cruz, 33o SGIG 1989) and served as Director of the on the 6-month prescription period American Chamber of Commerce- from time of raising to qualify for the Higher Bodies) Davao Chapter from 1992 to 1995. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
He is also a co-Founder in 1994 of The Sports Foundation of St. Andrew, Inc. (SFOSA), an association of
In 1981, he served as Chairman of the Special Committee on Land Acquisition for the Greater Davao
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The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 Masonic Temple site (now site of the Shrine Club, Aloha Temple. From Greater Davao Masonic Center) 1984 to 1985, he served as District Grand Lecturer of Masonic District In February 1981, he became 18 and awarded Most Outstanding Founder and First Editor-in-Chief, DGL. the Trestle Board, Official Organ of Sarangani Lodge which was named In 1994, he became a Grand Master’s Best Publication by the Grand Lodge Award of Merit for the Preparation in 1997. From 1981 to 1985, he and Implementation of Grand served as Conferral Director of the Lodge goals for Masonic Year Davao Bodies under the supervision 1993–1994.In 1999, he was awarded of then Ill. Bro. Ireneo Irasga, Sr.,33o Most Outstanding Mason of the IGH. In 1982, he was installed Philippines in the field of Business, as Master of Sarangani Lodge for during the 83rd Ancom held in which term the Lodge was awarded General Santos City on the 22nd day the Grand Master’s Cup as the Most of April 1999. Outstanding Lodge In March 2008, he was given the In the same year, VW Boyet Hiram Award--- the highest award a became a member of the York Rite Masonic Lodge can give its member of Freemasonry. Also in 1982, he became a Master of Kadosh, In May 2005, he was part of IOTA Davao Bodies of the Scottish Rite of Class, Grand and Glorious Order of Freemasonry. the Knights of the Creeping Serpent. From 2009 to 2010, he served as From 1982 to 1983, he was Co- District Deputy Grand Master, Chairman of the Executive District RXI-A, being awarded as Committee of GDMT Project under Outstanding District Deputy Grand the Board of Governors which was Master. chaired and vice-chaired by VW Paul T. Arcangel and VW Benjamin From July 2011 to present, he S. Geli, respectively. Specifically serves as Ambassador to the Agila handled major fund-raising Shriners. From 2012 -2014, he activities. served as Chapter King Cobra, The Philippine King Cobra [Banakon] In February 1984, he became a Grand Chapter - Davao Snake Pit, Grand Lodge Awardee for Distinguished and Glorious Order of the Knights Masonic Services. In April 1984, of the Creeping Serpent he became a member of the Harry S. Truman Centennial Class, Cebu STATEMENT OF PROGRAM
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The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 FOR THE FRATERNITY Background: The Philippines has entered an era of prosperity in which the relevance of Freemasonry can play a significant role in growing the country morally and economically. Freemasons are in every sector of our society. By the practice of our tenets and principles, we can greatly contribute to the moral strength of our country alongside her economic growth. Objectives: • To reinforce the primacy of Masonic character in every Mason; and • To enhance the image projected by every Masonic temple (or center) in its location in order to gain the respect and admiration of the community. Propositions: • In reinforcing the primacy of Masonic character in every Mason 1. Pursue the institutionalization of the IMES, its standard materials and methodology of education. Then form District IMES teams under the DGLs to implement
the IMES GL jurisdictionwise. 2. Include a Code of Conduct for Masons to help us all adopt Masonry as a way of life. 3. It is our daily behavior as Masons that make us good or bad examples in our private and public lives. 4. Improve the petition process for membership to ensure that only those truly qualified are admitted. Detail that process, define the obligations of sponsors as well as the sanctions for irresponsible sponsorship of a petition. • In enhancing the image projected by every Masonic temple in its location... 1. Create a set of minimum facility standard requirements for all Masonic temples that must be followed to project a consistent positive image of the fraternity in the community. 2. Address the image projected by these facilities by starting with the five temples in the jurisdiction that need the most improvement and have them prioritized in GM visitations. We can only be as strong as our weakest representation.
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The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 3. Encourage subordinate lodges and appendant bodies to hold an annual fundraising event dedicated to supporting the maintenance and improvement of Masonic temples. 4. Hold appropriate events within the premises of the temples with the participation of children in the neighborhood to share with them an early education of what Masonry is. This will help us earn social approbation in the community. This is also an opportunity for Demolays and Jobies under the supervision of Masons to take part in such events and help them develop their own sense of social responsibility.
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implementation. 3. If and when ascent thru the grand ladder happens, intensify the pursuit of the proposal thru its completion thru-out the jurisdiction. OVERALL STRATEGIC PURPOSE Freemasonry is the greatest fraternity in the world but, sadly, this may be largely by our own account. The moral and legal entanglements of Masons in private enterprise and government service that we hear about everyday collide with our most coveted view of the fraternity. It also weakens the convictions of the majority of Masons who, though may be less in social stature, form the base and stability of our fraternity.
Freemasonry has never been found Timeline: wanting in her guidance. And around us are countless opportunities by which 1. If and when elected as we can exemplify what we are thru JGW, initiate the detailed our behavior and by standardizing the planning of the proposals in image projected by our temples. consultation with the PGMs, the Grand Line Officers In conclusion, we all dream to belong and District Officers thru to an institution whose composition dialogues and FAQ reference and image we can be proud of. And materials. out there is a growing population of 2. Present the final proposal good men who, without doubt, will with their materials to the be willing to submit to an institution incumbent GM as a support that can reinforce their character and program for his incumbency enable them to become more useful and for the initiation of its citizens to society.
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VW EDILBERTO P. CARABBACAN • 43 Years Mason • Nueva Vizcaya Lodge No. 144 • Masonic District RII-E (Nueva Vizcaya (North), Ifugao)
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VW RICARDO C. MARQUEZ • 22 Years Mason • Kagitingan Lodge No. 286 • Masonic District NCR-G (Makati, Las Piñas, Parañaque)
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In whatever field he may find himself in, VW RICARDO CORNEJO MARQUEZ have found ways to excel and distinguish himself whether it be in his personal life, his professional career as a police officer, and a respected and well-loved member of the Craft. The former Chief of the Philippine National Police was born in August 28, 1960 in Maragondon, Cavite.He is married to Sis. Luzviminda and is blessed with a brood of three which were named Maria Gwendolyn, Fae Andrea B. Marquez, and Lou Erika B. Marquez. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
to 2008. He was then assigned as Provincial Director for the VW Ric Marquez took his primary Nueva Ecija Police Provincial education at Tulay Elementary Office from 2008 to 2010. From School (1966-1972) in Maragondon, Nueva Ecija, VW Ric held the Cavite. He then acquired his Executive Officer’s position for the secondary education at Bucal Directorate for Investigation and National High School (1972-1976) Detective Management from 2010 also in Maragondon, Cavite . After to 2012. He later became Deputy high school, he went to Philippine Director for the Directorate for Military Academy from 1978 to Operations, (2012-2013) and then 1982 in Baguio City. Regional Director for the Police Regional Office 1 in 2013. He later earned his Masterals degree in Management from the Philippine In 2015, he was the Commander Christian Academy in Quezon City for the Papal Security Task Force from 1995-1996. At present, he and Commander for the APEC is working on his dissertation on Security Task Force in the same his doctoral degree in Peace and year. Security Studies from the Bicol State University in Legaspi City. From 2013 to 2015, he was Director for Operations of the PROFESSIONAL CAREER Philippine National Police and ultimately appointed as Chief of As a police officer, he was Deputy the Philippine National Police Task Force Commander for the from 2015 to 2016. PNP’s Anti Illegal Drugs Special Operation Task Force from 2007 AWARDS AND CITATIONS
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The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 During his career, VW RIc Marquez earned numerous awards and citations which includes the following: • Two (2) Philippine Legion of Honor Awards (2015 and 2016) • Cavalier Award (2016) by the PMA Alumni Association Incorporated Outstanding Achievement Award by the PMA Alumni Association Incorporated CSG Senior Police Commissioned Officer of the Year 2000 • PNP Junior Police Commissioned Officer of the Year 1995 • PNP Regional Command (RECOM) 4 Junior PCO of the Year 1995 • PNP RECOM4 Junior Field Officer of the Year 1994 • Cavite Provincial Police Command Junior Officer of the Year 1994 • Pope Francis Service Medal • Five (5) PNP Distinguished Service Medals • Twelve (12) PNP Outstanding Achievement Medals • Seven (7) PNP Special Service Medals • Four (4) PNP Heroism Medals • Three (3) Bronze Cross Medals • 16 PNP Merit Medals • 8 Military Merit Medals • 50 PNP Efficiency Medals • 29 PNP Commendation Medals • Two (2) Military Commendation Medals
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• Military Civic Action Medal • Four (4) PNP Good Conduct Medals Four (4) Campaign Medals and Ribbons Two (2) Presidential Unit Citation Badges • Honor Graduate Award (Philippine Constabulary Training Command) • Numerous Certificates/Plaques of Merit/Commendation/ Appreciation MASONIC CAREER Equally stellar is VW Ric Marquez’s masonic career. He was raised as a master mason in Kagitingan Lodge No. 286. In 1997, he was elected as Lodge Secretary. The following year, he was elected as Junior Warden and evetually became Worshipful Master of his mother lodge in 2000. He is also a dual member of La Piñas Lodge No. 323 and held several poisitions in the Grand Lodge such District Grand Lecturer for Masonic District No. 13 (MY 2001), District Deputy Grand Master for Masonic District No. 13 (MY 2002), Junior Grand Lecturer for NCR (MY 20052006), Grand Marshal (MY 2013). He was also a member of the Committee on Jurisprudence in the MYs 2005 and 2017 During his Masonic journey, VW Marquez earned awards such as the
The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 Jose Abad Santos Bronze Medal, the Hiram Award, and a Plaque of Merit for Most Outstanding Worshipful Master in the Grand Jurisdiction, MY 2000 and the Most Outstanding Lodge in the Grand Jurisdiction, MY 2000. In 2015, he was also adjudged
as the Most Outstanding Mason in the Police Service. VW Marquez is also a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason (Master of the Royal Secret) of the Cavite Bodies, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite.
... but the greatest of these is theme … charity or love to worthy causes. The object of your charity or love is not every cause but worthy causes. Given the amplitude of the word love or charity as understood in the Holy Scriptures, I urge you to be liberal in the interpretation of the phrase “worthy causes.” Again, the Scriptures tell us that the early Christians were advised to extend “brotherly love” not just among themselves best even to strangers. Again, listen to the exhortation of the apostle Paul: “See that no one repays another with evil for evil, but always seek after that which is good to one another and for all men (1 Thess. 5:15).” To the early Christians, “brotherly love” does not only mean to love one another but to love all, and all includes even their enemies. To love our enemies is impossible for the ordinary man to do. It demands extraordinary love. And extraordinary love, the love that extends to enemies, can be
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given only by those who have been empowered by the Living Spirit of the Great Architect of the Universe. Therefore, when you think of “worthy causes,” think of what the Scriptures tell the early Christians to do as part of their duty to observe “brotherly love.” They were told to feed the hungry, take in the stranger, clothe the naked and visit prisoners. For what reason? The Lord Jesus has the answer, He said: “Truly I say to you, to the extent that you did it to one of these brothers of mine, even the least of them, you did it to Me. (Matt. 25:40).” I urge you therefore to practice charity, to scatter your love, not only to our brethren but also to the untouched and the untouchables of our society. That is the length and breadth of “brotherly love” as understood in the Holy Scriptures, the Rule and Guide of our faith. Masonic charity knows no shores, goes beyond borders, looks for the loveless and lifts the left behind.
EDITOR’S NOTE: The aforementioned article was extracted from Past Grand Master MW Reynato S. Puno’s speech delivered last March 15, 2017 at the Heritage Hotel in Pasay City during the Installation of Worthy Brothers.
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VW ROLEN C. PAULINO • 20 Years Mason • Lincoln Lodge No. 34 • Masonic District RIII-C (Zambales)
The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 BORN ON THE 20th DAY OF NOVEMBER in 1962, VW Rolen C. Paulino slowly worked his way into prominence from a simple businessman to the chief executive of one of the country’s major cities. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND MASONIC CAREER VW Rolen earned his elementary education from the Angeles University in Angeles, Pampanga in 1972. Four years later he finished his secondary education from the same institution. He then earned his college degree in BS Commerce from Columban University in Olongapo City majoring in Business Administration in 1987.
VW Rolen was raised a Master Mason on the 19th day of March 1996 at Lincoln Lodge No. 34. In 2002, he became a Past Master of his mother lodge. Three years later, he was appointed District Grand Lecturer of Masonic District RIII-C. In 2014, he was appointed Grand Organist of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the Philippines.
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VW Paulino is a 33rd degree Scottish Rite Mason (Inspector General VW Rolen started his career as Honorary) from the Western Luzon General Manager of Pauline’s Bodies of the Ancient and Accepted Trading from 1982 to 1992 in Scottish Rite . Olongapo City. From there, he became Sports Director of the Subic He is also a member of the Order of Bay Metropolitan Authority from Eastern Star – Rebecca Parrish No. 5 1992 to 1998. where he became Worthy Patron for twice in 2008 and 2011. In 1998, he decided to run as city councilor of Olongapo City and He is also a noble of the Mabuhay successfully winning a seat which he Shriners – Chuck Demorse Memorial held until 2004. In 2004, he decided Shrine Club where he was a High to vie for the position of Vice Mayor Shereef (President) in 2015. which he won and occupied until 2007. PLANS and PROGRAMS Three years after last occupying a VW Paulino believes that leadership public office, he ran for Mayor of involves people development, to Olongapo City and won. Until the create a highly productive team present, he is still the city’s Chief within our Fraternity. This can Executive. only be attained in an environment
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challenge. A good leader wilfully takes this challenge, knowing that he must conquer himself first before he can lead someone. He is committed to the principle of leadership by example. And that you are subject to the scrutiny of everyone and hold the higher ideals of transparency and accountability. He is the one
VW Rolen carries on the principle that a leader must be an exemplar of discipline himself. Of all the things we have to govern in this life, governing/controlling or disciplining ourselves is the greatest challenge. A good leader wilfully takes this challenge, knowing that he must conquer himself first before he can lead someone. He is committed to the principle of leadership by example. Through this, we do not only bring their hearts closer to each one but to promote our tradition - “on the level”. VW Rolen carries on the principle that a leader must be an exemplar of discipline himself. Of all the things we have to govern in this life, governing/controlling or disciplining ourselves is the greatest
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who walks the talk and someone who is upright at home and in the community, but a humble servant of all. He is a motivator, a mentor, a confidant, a life coach and a brother imbibed with a sense of purpose. Brethren, I take that challenge to create that environment – where lodges and district can take the brotherhood to that point and to the next level.
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VW LEONCIO B. SOLAMILLO • 21 Years Mason • Juan S. Alano Lodge No. l37 • Masonic District R-IX & ARMM-C (Zamboanga City, Jolo, Basilan, Tawi-Tawi)
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VW TRESE D. WENCESLAO • 19 Years Mason • Nueva Ecija Lodge No. 73 • Masonic District RIII-D (Nueva Ecija (South))
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As a man of the bar and bench, VW Trese D. Wenceslao knows fully well the importance of the law in the lives of men and of masons. Our brother from the Regional Trial Court of Cabanatuan City was born on the 13th of October 1965 in Ma. Aurora, Aurora. He is married to Emerita Cruz of Quezon, Nueva Ecija. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
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VW Wenceslao earned his primary education at the Cabanatuan East Central School. He then took up his high school at the Nueva Ecija High School.
Aside from being a memer of the Craft, VW Wenceslao is also a member of other organizations such as the Kabukiran Shrine Club, where he serves as President. He is also President of the Nueva Ecija Chapter of the Philippine Judges‘ Association. He was Past President of the Traveler’s of Nueva Ecija Shooting Association, and a member of the Pampanga Alumni Association of the Alpha Phi Omega fraternity.
He then pursued at Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science degree and later, Bachelor of Laws from Araullo University. PROFESSIONAL CAREER His career in government service started in 1997 as a Clerk of Court for RTC Branch 29, Cabanatuan City. In 2000, he became the Legal Officer, for the City Government of Cabanatuan City. In 2002, he served as Provincial Adjudicator for the Department of Agrarian Reform before being appointed as Presiding Judge for the Municipal Trial Court of Cabanatuan City in 2005. He also served as Acting Presiding Judge of the Municipal Trial Court in the province of Aurora. During his free time, he is a professor of law at the Araullo University and the Wesleyan University-Philippines.
MASONIC CAREER In 1997, he became a member of Nueva Ecija Lodge No. 73 before eventually becoming its Worshipful Master in the year 2001. The following year, he was appointed as Grand Lodge Inspector before being appointed as District Grand Lecturer of Masonic District R-III-D in 2003. In 2004, he was appointed as District Deputy Grand Master and was elected and installed as Venerable Master of Cabanatuan Bodies, A.& A.S.R. in 2005. In 2006, he became a member of Aloha Temple, Maharlika Shrine and was appointed as Senior Grand Steward in 2014.
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VW RUDY L. ONG • 24 Years Mason • Labong Lodge No. 59 • Masonic District NCR-B (Manila)
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• Raised as a Master Mason • District Level NCR-B (December 1992) • Most Outstanding • WM, Labong Lodge No. 59 Worshipful Master (1995-1996) • National Level, during the term • Grand Lodge Inspector of MW Enrique Locsin (1996-1997) • Most Outstanding District • District Grand Lecturer Deputy Grand Master (1997-1998) • District Deputy Grand Master PROFESSIONAL PROFILE (1998-1999) • The year our republic • President, Felipe Apparel celebrated its centennial year Inc., licensee of Walat Disney, in which the GLP played an Nickelodeon apparel active role in its celebration. • Vice-President, UNO Seafood • Managing Editor, Cabletow Group Restaurants (1999-2000) • Committee Member – • Editor in Chief, Cabletow Federation of Filipino-Chinese (2000-2001) Chambers of Commerce and • Junior Grand Lecturer, NCR Industry, Inc. (2015-2017) (2012-2013) • President, SIDGAP (Screen • During centennial year of Imaging, Digital & Graphics the Grand Lodge of the Phils, Association of the Phils) Vice President, Luzon Shrine • Committee Member, ASGA Club (Asian Screen Printing & • Committee Chairmanship: Graphic Imaging Association) • Awards Committee, the • President, Pasay City (Host) 1st non-PGM to hold this Lions Club, oldest running position Lions Club in the Phils. (2008• Rituals & Works 2009) • Resolutions • President, UST Math Society • Committee Membership: (1984-1985) • Revision and Updating of • President, The Travellers Constitution Group (2001-2004) • Masonic Temples and • • • •
Buildings Ways and Means Necrology Computerization Management Audit
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2. Formalize the membership committee set-up 3. Organize a Grand Guild Lodge of Inspectors and a Grand Guild of Lecturers 4. Launch an “adopt a lodge” program 5. Initiate “By The Plumb” projects, a community service programs that would raise awareness of the good deeds of Masons and correct misconceptions about Masonry 6. Invite notable speakers regularly on topics such as time management, leadership, and self-development 7. Foster twinning with local or foreign lodges 8. Contribute to the propagation of our nation’s public education 9. Update changes in electoral reforms 10. Decentralize IMES and deputize District Grand Lecturers to be part of IMES 11. Improve transparency and communication between the Grand Lodge and blue lodges and appendant bodies 12. Formulate a faster and more effective disaster relief response
system 13. Work on a feasibility study on retirement homes for elderly masons 14. Come up with an ideal workable health care program
Edicts and Circulars 1. Designation of a Web Master, a Chief of Corporate Communications as well as a Chief of Archives and provide them a fixed tenure to ensure the continuity of their works 2. Honoring departed brethren thru visual images every AnCom 3. Setting a number of DGLs on every district tantamount to the number of lodges 4. Organization of Fun Run to raise funds for the awareness and prevention of Prostate Cancer 5. Setting up of Masonic logos on different localities where lodges are situated 6. Coordinate with the Grand Guild of Past Masters to expedite the release of benefits and be given during the last rites 7. Restoration of charters of lodges 8. Designation of Marshall as the only director of ceremonies during conferrals 9. Mandate all districts to implement lodge of instruction the whole year round 10. Effectivity of scholarship privileges to deserving candidates 11. Manage our own blood bank 12. Setting up of a watering hole for retirees
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VW LEONARDO P. CHUA • 42 Years Mason • Cagayan Valley Lodge No. 133 • Masonic District RII-D (Isabela (South), Quirino)
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VW J. ERMIN ERNEST LOUIE R. MIGUEL • 10 Years Mason • Luzon Lodge No. 57 • Masonic District NCR-C (Manila)
The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 Brother Jay Miguel is the PRESIDING JUDGE OF THE REGIONAL TRIAL COURT OF MANDALUYONG CITY. Prior to his promotion, he was the Presiding Judge of the Metropolitan Trial Court of Manila. Appointed to the Judiciary in 2009 at the age of 39, he is one of the youngest judges of the Republic. An awardee of the MOST Born and raised in Naga City to the OUTSTANDING JUDGE Award by late Judge Ernesto A. Miguel and the City of Manila, he was nominated Dr. Marielu Miguel, he finished his twice, in 2014 and 2015, to receive the secondary education at the Ateneo coveted JUDICIAL EXCELLENCE de Naga University. He pursued AWARD by the Supreme Court his Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing Society for Judicial Excellence. at San Beda College in Manila and took up law at the Ateneo de Manila Prior to his appointment to the University School of Law where he judiciary, he served as the Director graduated with a Juris Doctor degree of the Legal Department of the in 1996. Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG) where he His elementary graduation was was significantly responsible for eventful as it was during this day the recovery of PLDT shares in the when his father, a Master Mason of name of a Marcos shell corporation Isarog Lodge No. 33, brought him amounting to 25 Billion pesos and to a meeting of the Bicol Chapter the recovery of 687 Million US DeMolays which at that time was Dollars of Marcos Swiss deposits. accepting petitions. He was then only 12 years old, unmindful of Immediately after passing the 1996 what DeMolay meant, obviously not Bar Examinations, he organized expecting that he was to become one the law offices of ROCO NAVERA of its Master Councilors. In 2008, MIGUEL & ASUNCION and he was invested with the honor, assumed the position of the law rank and title of Chevalier by the firm’s Managing Partner specializing Philippine Supreme Council, Order in corporate, local government and of DeMolay. In 2011 he founded the civil law cases. He was also a lecturer Luzon Chapter, Order of DeMolay. on Corporation and Partnership Laws and The Philippine Legal The proverbial Masonic ladder began Environment at the De La Salle for him when he was raised a Master University College of Business Mason of Luzon Lodge No. 57 at the Economics and a Professor of Grand Lodge of the Philippines in Criminal Law at the Unibersidad ng 2006. Six months after his raising, Maynila Law School. he was elected Lodge Secretary, a
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CENTURIES. OUR TRADITIONS HAVE SURVIVED MONARCHIES, POLITICAL AND RELIGIOUS UPHEAVALS, EVEN CONSPIRACY THEORIES. THEY MUST BE PRESERVED. BUT I ALSO BELIEVE THAT OUR SOCIAL AND CHARITABLE FUNCTIONS SHOULD BE PARAMOUNT. WE ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE WELFARE OF EACH OF OUR
“OURS IS NOT A SIMPLE ORGANIZATION OF MEN. FREEMASONRY IS STEEPED IN RITUAL DATING BACK CENTURIES. OUR TRADITIONS HAVE SURVIVED MONARCHIES, POLITICAL AND RELIGIOUS UPHEAVALS, EVEN CONSPIRACY THEORIES. THEY MUST BE PRESERVED.
he piloted the ON-LINE LECTURE SERIES on Masonic Jurisprudence where every Master Mason, here and abroad, could access the lectures. He has been teaching Masonic Jurisprudence since 2011. Just recently, he was conferred the HIRAM AWARD by his Lodge. Excerpts from one of his speeches: “OURS IS NOT A SIMPLE ORGANIZATION OF MEN. FREEMASONRY IS STEEPED IN RITUAL DATING BACK
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BROTHER MASONS. AND THAT IS THE REASON FOR MY PROPOSITIONS FOR ON-LINE, FREE AND ACCESSIBLE IMES, INTERNET ACCESS OF ALL LODGES, DECENT INSURANCE PROGRAMS FOR ALL THE BRETHREN, SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS FOR OUR SONS AND DAUGHTERS. A SERVANT LEADER SERVES BUT HE ALSO MUST LEAD. HE LEADS WITH VISION, WITH INTEGRITY, AND HE LEADS BOLDLY.”
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VW EDWARD Y. CHUA • 28 Years Mason • Makabugwas Lodge No. 47 • MD RVIII-B Leyte
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VW MICHAEL DJ DAVID • 14 Years Mason • Arcadio Evangelista Memorial Lodge No. 254 • Masonic District RIII-G (Tarlac)
The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION • Specialist in Construction Management and project Management (June 2014) • Materials Engineer II – Accreditation No. 2973 (November 2013) • Materials Engineer I – Accreditation No. 2973 (2008) • Civil Engineer – PRC No. 81539 EDUCATION • College: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineer, De La Salle University, Manila (19921997) • High School: Don Bosco Technical Institute, Tarlac City (1988-1992) • Elementary: Don Bosco Technical Institute, Tarlac City (1985-1988) • Elementary: College of the Holy Spirit, Tarlac City (19821985) WORK EXPERIENCE • Manager / Proprietor (2002Present), DAMICO Builder and Supplies • Assistant Manager / VOOperations (1997-Present), LSD Construction and Supplies
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS / CLUB AFFILIATIONS • Venerable Master (2015Present), Pampanga Bodies AAS&R • Member (2015-Present), Mt. Arayat Shrine Club – Mabuhay Shriners • Secretary (2015-2016), Ang Rehenerasyon Lodge No. 402, F&AM • President (2014-Present), DBXCII – Batch President • Regional Coordinator (2014Present), PICE Region III • Treasurer (2014-Present), Pillars of the North, Order of the Secret Monitor • Board of Directors (2013), PICE National • Charter Member / Senior Warden (2013-Present), Pampanga Bodies AAS&R • Grand Tyler (2013-2014), Grand Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons of the Philippines • President (2013-Present), Bosconian Travellers, Inc. • Member (2013-Present), Plumb & Level Club • Worshipful Master (20122015), Ang Rehenerasyon Lodge No. 402, Free and Accepted Masons Concepcion, Tarlac • Honorary Member (2012), Magalang Lodge No. 391 F & AM
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• Regional Coordinator (20112012), PICE Region 3 • Member (2011-Present), Order of the Secret Monitor – Philippines • Dual Member (2010-Present), Free & Accepted Masons, AB YAP Mem. Lodge No. 328 • Board of Directors (20092012), PICE Tarlac • District Deputy Grand Master (2008-2009), MDRIII-G, Province of Tarlac • Member (2008-Present), Tarlac Bodies AAS&R • Charter Member (2008-2010), Heroes Lodge U.D., Free & Accepted Masons, • Honorary Member (2008), AB YAP Lodge No. 328 F&AM • District Deputy Grand Master (2008-2009), Masonic District R3-G • Safety Practitioner (2007), Accredited by DOLE/OSH • President (2007), Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers Inc., Tarlac Chapter • Grand Lodge Inspector (2006), Victory Lodge No. 116, Free & Accepted Masons, • National Director for Community Affairs (2006), Junior Chamber International Philippines • Charter Member (2005Present), Tarlac Kaunlaran Lodge No. 360, Free & Accepted Masons, • National Vice President –
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Central Luzon (2005), Junior Chamber International Philippines President/Worshipful Master (2005), Arem Lodge No. 254, Free & Accepted Masons Vice President – Internal (2004-2005), Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) – Tarlac President (2004), Tarlac Centennial Jaycees Warden (2003-2004), Free & Accepted Masons Arem 254 Member (2003-Present), Tarlac Chamber of Commerce Member (2003), Philippine Shriner Association Treasurer (2001-2003), Tarlac Centennial Jaycees Member (2002-Present), Arem Lodge No. 254, Free & Accepted Masons, Member (2002-2009), Tarlac Centennial Jaycees Member (1997-Present), Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE), Tarlac Member (1988-Present), Philippine Practical Shooters Association Member (1988-Present), Tarlac Shooters Club, Inc.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE • Social Community Services (region wide) • Disaster Quick Response Program (NDCC – PICE)
The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 • PICE Tarlac Outreach Programs • Free & Accepted Masons Outreach Programs AWARDS RECEIVED/ DISTINCTION • 2016 Nominated as Junior Grand Warden – Lodge, District & Region III Level • 2015 Nominated as Junior Grand Warden – Lodge, District & Region III Level • 2014 Nominated as Junior Grand Warden – Lodge and District Level • 2009-2013 Distinction as Installing Officer & Master of Ceremonies in the Different Lodges in Tarlac • 2007 best in Community Project Award, Philippine Institute of
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Freemasonry is the oldest Fraternal Organization in the world; it has several affiliate branches in several other countries. • PAST NATIONAL MASTER COUNCILOR, INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF DEMOLAY • Recipient of several prestigious organizational awards. • Attended as guest speaker in various Induction and
Civil Engineers, Inc • 2006 Most Outstanding Lodge (AREM Lodge #254) in the District #35 • 2006 Most Outstanding Worshipful Master in District #35, Free & Accepted Masons of the Philippines • 2006 Chairman, The Outstanding Councilor of the Philippines, Junior Chamber Int’l. Phils • 2005 Most Outstanding National Vice President in Area 1, Junior Chamber International Phils. • 2004 Outstanding Local Organization Movement in Community Project Area 1, Junior Chamber Int’l Phils. • 2004 Distinction in Safety and Health Program Area 1 (Jaycees)
Installation of Officers. • Hosted the 6th National DeMolay Conclave and Congress in the Development Academy of the Philippines, Tagaytay City, Philippines. • Member since 1991. • MEMBERSHIP IN VARIOUS COLLEGE ORGANIZATIONS • Elected as Vice-president of the Mapua Shooting Team Organization in 1992.
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VW EDWIN P. COSTES • 13 Years Mason • Pilar Lodge No. 15 • MD RIV Cavite East
The Cable Tow Vol. 93, No. 5 AnCom 2017 Born on October 15, 1974 in Manila, VW Edwin Costes is fluent in English and Filipino and can understand and speak Chinese. He has good analytical skills and high degree of computer literacy. He enjoys a good game of golf and is highly personable. • 1991 – 1995 M A P U A WORK EXPERIENCE INSTITUTEOFTECHNOLOGY, Bachelor of Science degree in • PRESIDENT JASPER JEAN Civil Engineering SERVICES, INC., January 2000 • Ranked 30th in the May - Present 1996 Board Examination • DIRECTOR - INTEGRATED for Civil Engineers given METRO BUS OPERATORS by the Professional ASSOCIATION, November Regulatory Commission 2005 – Present of the Republic of the • CONSULTANT – AIR Philippines with a general TRANSPORTATION OFFICE, average of 85.5% • March 2005 – March 2007 • 1986 – 1991 C H I A N G • CONSULTANT KAI SHEK COLLEGE, High DRUGMAKER’S School Diploma, March 1991. LABORATORY, INC., May 2000 – April 2001 EXTRA CURRICULAR • PROCUREMENT ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATE - ROCKWELL LAND CORPORATION, May • DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND 1997 to July 1999 MASTER FOR MASONIC • PROFESSIONAL CIVIL DISTRICT NCR-D OF THE ENGINEER - D.M. GRAND LODGE OF THE CONSUNJI, INC., June 1996 to PHILIPPINES June 1997 • MEMBER, ROTARY CLUB OF PARANAQUE, DISTRICT ACADEMIC BACKGROUND 3830 • Recipient of Paul Harris • 1999 – 2001, ASIAN Fellow Award in 2010 INSTITUTE OF • PAST MASTER, PILAR MANAGEMENT, Master’s in LODGE No. 15, FREE AND Business Management Degree, ACCEPTED MASONS May 2001 OF THE PHILIPPINES – • 1998 – 1999 A T E N E O GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, Units in Master in continued on page 45 Business Administration
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THE EMPTY CHAIR OF SOLOMON: The Grand Lodge of Japan, F. & A.M. awaits the installation of its new Grand Master.
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IN HIS LAST OFFICIAL OVERSEAS TRIP AS GRAND MASTER Of Masons, MW Voltaire T. Gazmin upon the invitation of outgoing Japanese Grand Master MW Norihiro Inomata, traveled to Tokyo, Japan with a handful of GLP officers to witness the changing of the guards at the Grand Oriental Chair of the Grand Lodge of Japan, F. & A.M. held last March 24, 2017 at the subterranean halls of the Tokyo Masonic Temple. The Grand Master was accompanied for Tokyo via Philippine Airlines by Sis. Rhodie as well as his team, last March 23, 2017 and arrived at composed of Grand Secretary MW Haneda Airport later that day. Danilo D. Angeles, Jr., Assistant Grand Treasurer and Chief of Staff Upon arriving in Japan, the Grand VW Manuel Luis P. Idquival, Assistant Master’s entourage was welcomed Grand Secretary VW Oliver V. Yabut by the Japanese brethren led by (with Sis. Paulie), Grand Orator and their Grand Master MW Norihiro The Cable Tow Editor-in-Chief VW Inomata. Marlon M. Castor, Junior Grand Lecturer for Overseas VW Ricardo After the customary pleasantries, P. Idquival and Special Assistant to the team was billted at the The New the Grand Master Bro. Raul Recto Sanno Hotel and later that night, (with Sis. Mary Anne), left Manila invited to a Welcome Dinner at
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Clockwise from Top: Immediate Past Grand Master MW Norihiro Inomata addresses the guests during the welcome dinner; Incoming Grand Master MW Shinya Takeda is greeted by the Grand Marshal for his installation; MW Voltaire T. Gazmin poses for a photo with the rest of the GLP officers in front of the Tokyo Masonic Center; Eating a bento box lunch at Ibiya Park near the Imperial Palace; MW Voltaire T. Gazmin hands a copy of his autobiography to Immediate Past Grand Master MW Norihiro Inomata.
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RICARTE’s SHRINE: MW Voltaire T. Gazmin and his party pose before the stone marker of Gen. Artemio Ricarte, a Filipino Mason and patriot.
YOKOHAMA ESCAPADE: The Grand Master’s entourage enjoyed the sights and sounds of Yokohama, the hometown of MW Norihiro Inomata, Immediate Past Grand Master of Japan. Joining them are other Filipino brethren likewise in sojourn in the laid-back city of Yokohama, Japan.
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Just a few weeks ago, I was accompanied by the core group I had in the Grand Lodge. These brethren regularly comes into the GLP on a regular basis and even going to the extent of compromising their livelihood just to be accompany me in some of my travels, not only in the Philippines but also elsewhere around the world.
much of sharing your time during my adventure in the Grand East. I hope that our companionship will go beyond our tenure in the GLP. To all the brethren who likewise assisted us, I also thank you for the help that you have extended to us.
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AT THE TIME OF THIS WRITING, I am but a mere 30 days, 6 hours, and 20 minutes from relinquishing my position as the Grand Master of Masons in this grand jurisdiction.
With such a gigantic work load, a Grand Master needs a good and competent team to help him accomplish his goals and reach his objectives.
The year indeed flew too fast---too fast to even accomplish all the things I have set out to do when I knelt on the altar of Freemasonry almost a year ago in Tagaytay City.
Over the past few months, I have
Being the Grand Master does have its share of privileges, yet the position does come with a lot of responsibilities and a lot more work than what the brethren regularly see.
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MW Voltaire T. Gazmin and the GLP officers.