 MONDAY 23rd AUGUST Welcome to the First Rising – the official newsletter for members of United Grand Lodge of England. We aim to give you the latest news from UGLE and keep you informed with our plans for the future. During these uncertain times, it is more important than ever that we communicate regularly with you – our members. Stay safe Brethren. NEWS FROM GRAND LODGE The Shop at Freemasons’ Hall website now live We are delighted to announce that the Shop at Freemasons’ Hall website is now live! The new website features 500 additional products and members can purchase regalia, suits and much, much more. For users of the previous website, please note that you will need to create a new account as due to data protection rules, we were unable to export customer data from the previous website. VISIT THE NEW WEBSITE FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS HIGHLIGHT THE POSITIVE RESPONSE OF THE DISTRICT GRAND LODGE OF BARBADOS & THE EASTERN CARIBBEAN TO LIVING UNDER RESTRICTIONS The last 18 months have not been great for any Districts around the world. However when the DGL of Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean realised that they could not re-open for meetings for the ongoing future they decided to arrange special gatherings with flare, style and music. FIND OUT MORE Take a look at the graphic below to find out more information on the District Grand Lodge of Barbados & the Eastern Caribbean. SOLOMON LIVE – A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE PRO GRAND MASTER Register for our revealing interview with the Pro Grand Master Most Worshipful Brother Peter Lowndes. We’ll discover what the role involves, his journey within Freemasonry, his view on the state of Freemasonry and his vision for our future. Most of all, we’ll get to know a bit more about what makes him tick! These stimulating webinars are hosted by W Bro Brody Swain, PCO of Worcestershire and are designed to give us our #DailyAdvancement and will last approximately 45 minutes. We will cover popular masonic topics and offer the opportunity to ask questions. 🎟️ Book below for “A Day in the Life of the Pro Grand Master” an interview with Most Worshipful Brother Peter Lowndes, at 19.30 on Tuesday 28th September. BOOK NOW £100,000 DONATED BY FREEMASONS TO THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH MEMORIAL FUND The Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF, the Freemasons’ charity) would like to say a huge thank you to all those who have donated to The Duke of Edinburgh Memorial Fund. An incredible £100,000 has been raised and will go on to support over 30,000 children with disabilities to take part in the Duke of Edinburgh Awards. FIND OUT MORE INDIAN INFLUENCE Our latest moment to share is called Honour and Pride, and tells the story of DP Cama and the Parsi experience of Freemasonry. Cama was the first Indian-born Grand Officer having been voted to serve as Grand Treasurer in 1886. Coming from a family of influence, Cama’s story is one of ground-breaking achievement both in Freemasonry and beyond. READ MORE IN MEMORIAM (CORRECT AS OF 18/08/2021) Whilst we all know of individuals and families affected by COVID, many people are wondering how the Craft as a whole is faring. We know of 390 Brethren who have been called to the Grand Lodge Above by this terrible disease. Rest eternal grant unto them, and let light perpetual shine upon them. FIRST RISING FEEDBACK AND AMENDING YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS Did you enjoy this edition of First Rising? We highly value your feedback! Please let us know by emailing: newsletter@ugle.org.uk You can change your First Rising contact email address by clicking here. Website Copyright 2021 United Grand Lodge of England You are receiving this because you are a Freemason under the United Grand Lodge of England. 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