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We had a truly memorable Stated Communication on April 27th. We were honored to receive an official visit from the Grand Master of Masons in Virginia, Most Worshipful Matthew Todd Szramoski.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before the meeting, we enjoyed a fantastic fellowship dinner and a presentation from Mark Shuman, Head Coach of the Fork Union Military Academy football team. It was a privilege to present him with a Certificate of Appreciation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Save the Dates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 May 3rd: Joining Fork Union Military Academy for their alumni recognition event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 June 20th \u2013 July 4th: Our annual Fireworks sales fundraiser begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you to all the brethren and visitors who made the evening special as we continue to “Build Upon the Cornerstone”.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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