On April 17-19, 2009, seven brethren from Ivanhoe Lodge No. 142 attended this year’s world-reknowned Masonic Spring Workshop – Masonry in the Mountains at the Delta Kananaskis, where hundreds of brethren from all over took part in a weekend of fun, fellowship, and relaxation.
The topic this year was “The Joy of Fellowship” with RWBro. Earle Sharam from Dominion Lodge No. 117 as the keynote speaker. His talks on humour and joy were engaging and thoughtful.
Friday evening, the brethren of Ivanhoe hosted their infamous hospitality suite and it was great to have so many brethren from various lodges stop by and engage in enlightening conversation, humour, and some singing.
Fictional Templar Author Jack Whyte was brought in and gave a talk as well as sign copies of his various books. This was a real treat to meet this excellent writer.
While no Ivanhoe brethren took part in the first Masonic Idol, it was very enjoyable to watch some excellent Masonic ritual. The winner was a past master from Dominion Lodge No. 117 in Edmonton, which lodge also won the award for having the most brethren per capita attend the workshop.
This was followed by an extremely motivating speech by Bro. Chris Tsarsos on “Happiness” which put everyone in a fantastic mood and high level of spirit. Then Ivanhoe brethren took a stroll together soaking in the beautiful mountain view on a very pleasant April day before the big banquet dinner and evening out at the pub.
