Title: Grand Lodge of Idaho
1Grand Lodge of Idaho
2The Office of District Deputy Grand Master
- He is the personal representative of the Most
Worshipful Grand Master in his District. - Only the Grand Master outranks him.
- Appointed for a one year term.
3APPOINTMENT OF THE DDGM
- The acceptance of this honorable appointment is a
solemn commitment to support the Grand Master and
his program, and to faithfully perform the duties
required of the Office.
4RESPONISBILITIES OF THE DDGM
- Serves as the "eyes and ears" of the Grand
Master. - Assures that the customs, usages, and laws of
Masonry are observed. - Encourage the practice of the tenets of
Freemasonry. - Promotes peace and harmony,
5District Deputy Supplies and Materials (Kit)
- The District Deputy will receive these
supplies/materials from his predecessor. - They provide a wealth of information to assist in
accomplishing his duties. - DDGM is accountable for these items.
6DUTIES OF THE DDGM
- The duties of the District Deputy are set forth
in Regulation Number 24 of the Idaho Masonic Code
and Digest.
7DUTIES OF THE DDGM
- Visit each Lodge in his District at least once
(This is a MINIMUM!). - Examine each lodges books and records at least
once each year. - See that all amendments to the Constitution and
By-Laws are properly posted.
8DUTIES OF THE DDGM
- Inquire into the financial condition and
management of the lodges. - Encourage each Lodge to prepare an annual budget.
- Acquaint himself with the general condition of
the Lodge in every way and point out errors he
may discover.
9DUTIES OF THE DDGM
- Perform such other duties as may be required of
him by the Grand Master. - When answering questions of law, refer his
replies to the Grand Master for confirmation. - Give all necessary instructions.
10DUTIES OF THE DDGM
- Examine each Lodges' By-Laws annually.
- Ensure that the Lodge Counselor Plan of Masonic
Education is being used by each lodge in
accordance with the Law. - Recommend the issuance of Certificates of
Proficiency.
11DUTIES OF THE DDGM
- Review Candidate proficiency records and
determine if there are candidates that need some
special attention. - Encourage Lodges to advance all candidates
without delays. - Make corrections in ritualistic work.
12DUTIES OF THE DDGM
- Urge each Lodge to be properly represented at
each Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge. - Each District Deputy is expected to attend the
Annual Grand Lodge Communication.
13Regulation Number 39
- Assure that no illegal Keys are being used by the
members. - Remind each Lodge that the reading of Paragraph 9
needs to be done and assure that it has been done
and recorded properly in the Lodge minutes
14Condition of Lodges
- Questionnaire Forms are available for use by the
DDGM to record and report the condition of Lodges
and the proficiency of their Work.
15District Deputy Reports
- Two reports are required.
- Condition of Lodges
- Activities of the District Deputy.
16District Deputy Reports
- The purpose of these reports is to provide a
complete account of all conditions in every Lodge
in your District. - These two Reports may be made at the same time
but they must be completed twice each year.
17District Deputy Reports
- The first Report is usually made prior to the
Spring Educational Communication. - The second Report should be made during the month
of July.
18Annual Conference for District Deputies
- Each DDGM should attend a Conference scheduled
annually by the Grand Master. - The purpose of the conference is to
- Discuss the duties of the District Deputy.
- Consider current problems that exist in the
Lodges - Exchange ideas.
19Expenses(See Regulation No. 25)
- Each District Deputy is entitled to submit claims
for expenses incurred during the year. - DDGMs should record actual expenses, i.e.,
printing, postage, telephone, mileage, etc. - Expense Claims may be filed more often than once
each year if desired, but no later than July 1st.
20DDGM Powers
- Unlike his duties, the powers or authority of the
District Deputy are exercised only when
circumstances demand.
21Certificates of Proficiency
- The DDGM has sole authority for recommending the
issuance of Certificates of Proficiency. - Two ways to display proficient Work
- Work may be given to the District Deputy.
- Work may be demonstrated or exemplified in an
open Lodge.
22Questionnaire on Masonic Law
- The District Deputy is the sole authority and
judge as to whether or not, from the answers
given on the Questionnaire, the applicant is
sufficiently informed on Masonic Law to merit a
Master's Certificate.
23District Communication (Fall)
- The most important Communication of the year
should be the Annual Fall District Communication.
- The Grand Master, and other Grand Lodge Officers,
will be in attendance. - Each District employs it's own method for
selecting the Host Lodge.
24District Communication (Fall)
- The dates for this Communication are directed by
the Grand Master. - The information presented at the District
Communication Program will be determined by the
Grand Master.
25District Communication (Fall)
- HOWEVER, the DDGM runs the session.
- Procedures/recommendations for this session are
found in the DDGM Training Manual. - The District Deputy should file the Minutes of
the meeting in a binder along with the Minutes of
all previous District Communications.
26Educational Communication (Spring)
- The purpose of this session is improve lodge
Ritual, attention to Masonic Law, and Lodge
Management. - The District Deputy arranges the host lodge for
these educational sessions.
27Educational Communication (Spring)
- The Right Worshipful Grand Lecturer will
schedule/conduct the communication and determine
the program contents.
28Miscellaneous
- The DDGM does not belong to one specific district
Lodge. Every Lodge within that district is his
Lodge. - Keep the best interest of your District in mind
at all times. - Always be positive and encouraging.
- Lodge problems should be taken up with the
Worshipful Master in private.
29Masonic Code and Digest Training
- Article Section Page
- VIII 801 42
- IX 905 44
- IX 906 44
- IX 907 45
- XIV 1401 58
- IX 908 45
- IX 909 45
30Masonic Code and Digest Training
- Article Section Page
- IX 910 45
- IX 912 46
- IX 915 47
- IX 916 47
- IX 919 48
- IX 920 48
- XI 1104 52
31Masonic Code and Digest Training
- Article Section Page
- XII Be familiar with all of this. 53
- XIII Be familiar with all of this. 56
- XV All Sections 76
- XVI All Sections 79
- XVII 1702 83
- XX 2019 99
- XX 2020 103
32Masonic Code and Digest Training
- Article Section Page
- XXXIII 3303 123
- XXXIII 3304 124
- Regulations Reg. 15 133