Standish Chapter Hosts Evening for Recent Exaltees

When Lindsay Barton completed his application form to be admitted into Standish Chapter, he cannot possibly

have imagined what a special occasion his exaltation would be. For as well as Lindsay’s exaltation Standish Chapter

hosted an evening for all recent Royal Arch Exaltees.

The Deputy Grand Superintendent, Steven Reid, accompanied by the Provincial Third Grand Principal, Harry E Ross,

and many other Supreme and Provincial Grand Chapter officers were present and, at appropriate opportunities

during the ceremony in which Lindsay Barton was exalted, Steven Reid provided explanations of the meaning and

relevance of selected parts of the ritual which gave everyone, exaltees and longer serving Companions alike,

a deeper and useful insight into the origins and significance of the Royal Arch Masonry.

Steven Reid explained that this was only the second of such events to be held in the Province, and he paid tribute

to the Principles and Companions of Standish Chapter for their enthusiasm in hosting it.  Harry E Ross

emphasised the importance and benefits of visiting other Chapters, and reflected on the principles and tenets of

Royal Arch Masonry being part of a journey through life and their potential to enrich today’s society.

There was an overwhelming response from those who attended that the event had not only been enlightening,

but had provided the impetus for further research and for exchanges of visits to other Chapters.

The three Principals, Members of the Chapter, Guests and recent Exaltees

Pictured left to right: Steven Reid with Lindsay Barton

Pictured left to right: Chris Hamilton, Steven Reid and Rev. Harry Ross

A happy set of diners

More diners this time posed