Hon. James Olivier, 32° KCCH
Prelate, Director of The Work
Tick tock, tick, tock goes the clock. Almost at the halfway point for the year, this provides a good time to stop and reflect on how things have gone so far, where we’ve been, and where we’re going. An old friend of mine always says, “I always take two steps forward, and even if I have to take a step back, I’m still ahead of where I started!” After last month’s successful reunion and Ceremony of Remembrance and Renewal, we look at what worked and what needs to be done moving forward. For the remainder of this year, that means our fall reunion is coming on October 2nd and 3rd, and we are planning for the state-wide reunion happening at the Valley of Pasadena in 2026.
So, what does this mean for all of you? This means we have plenty of opportunities to get involved in service to your brothers! The never-ending call for more help is back on the table. I’ve been very encouraged to see people stepping up more and more over the course of this year, and I am eternally grateful to all of you. So thank you!
Switching hats for a moment back to my role as Chaplain, I pray that you all have had a peaceful and safe year so far and that our Heavenly Father’s hand be on your back in times of need and in times of joy. In both roles for this Valley, I am always no more than an email or a call away. My job doesn’t end when we leave the Lodge after a Stated Meeting.
With that, I wish you all a wonderful second half of 2025 full of joy and peace. May God’s blessings rest upon all of you, wherever you might be.
