aimed to provide not just financial or material support, but the gift of presence and recognition. The success of the event was measured not in the numbers present, but in the moments of genuine connection. Whether it was helping a child with a craft project or listening to the experiences of the Society ’ s dedicated staff, the "Sublime Princes" of the Consistory embodied the spirit of tireless service.
welcoming our newly elected officer, SP Tim Chillers, who was nominated and elected as the Illustrious 2nd Lieutenant Commander. Congratulations and welcome, I am sure you will serve your respective office with both pride and distinction. Before KC Hernandez sounded the gavel to close out the meeting, GIG Tyrone Cook, 33°, Overseer of the Valley of Stuttgart, gave the Consistory some insight on the importance of members trying to attend the USC Annual Session. GIG Cook emphasized these types of gatherings boost engagement, networking opportunities and various educational opportunities, such as access to the latest research, any updates or changes and enhance our fraternal skills by participating in workshops and keynote sessions. As we closed out 2025, Ararat participated in a Christmas fundraiser within U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Family & Morale, Welfare and Recreation (USAG F&MWR). Between 22 November – 24 December 2025, the Stuttgart Exchange hosted six groups on various dates from within the USAG F&MWR community, and Ararat Consistory proudly took part and wrapped presents for a donation.
actively participating in Springtime community service and seeking out other ways to engage with the Stuttgart Military Community and raise funds to support our Valley, the USC and annual scholarship fund. Additionally, members are preparing to travel and participate in the 2026 USC Annual Session, taking place 22-26 May 2026, in Detroit, MI. In closing, Ararat, as always would like to thank SGIG Enrique John for his leadership in strengthening both our Valley and Orient. Additionally, thanks to SGIGs David Milton and James Gilbert, and GIG Tyrone Cook, Overseer of the Valley, for their active participation and continued guidance, direction and support. Special thanks to GIG Wallace Yellock for his continued service as the treasurer for our consistory. We fully understand you are the steward of our financial health, overseeing our budget, and ensuring we have sufficient liquidity to operate for future growth. Bright Light Dubai U.D. ILL PRES JOHN BRIAN MEDRANO VALLEY OF UAE FELLOWSHIP THROUGH SPORTS
Spain Military Consistory No. 99 CIC SP MATTHEW DOUGLAS VALLEY OF KUWAIT
Spain Military Consistory continues its unwavering commitment to service, leadership, and charitable support, positively impacting the masonic year:
USC Raffle (January–February 2026) Raised $2,100 in support of the USC Raffle. This contribution helped the Orient of Europe to rank 3rd out of 24 Orients and ranking #14 within the USC contributing to $7,260 raised regionally and $92,007 raised overall to support “ Home Camp First, ” benefiting the Scottish Rite Cathedral, our historic headquarters since 1928. ASG-KU MWR (Morale, Welfare, and Recreation) – February 2026 – Donated $1,000 in $25 gift cards for MWR Bingo Night at Camp Arifjan and Camp Buehring. This event provides soldiers with a fun, low-stress opportunity to relax, connect, and boost morale. COR-E Fundraiser (October 22, 2025) – Donated $1,000 in support of COR-E fundraising efforts. Fraternal Assistance (September 2025 – February 2026) – Raised $2,191 through monthly collections, reflecting the dedication and commitment of the Fraters to the growth and strength of the Consistory
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On 05 February 2026, Members of Bright Light Dubai U.D.
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showed support to Filipino Tennis Ace Alexandra Eala at WTA 500 Mubadala Open Quarterfinals in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Eala is the only Filipino professional tennis player. She reached a career-high WTA singles ranking of world No. 31 on February 23, 2026, making her the highest-ranked Filipino in tour history. She is also the first Filipino to break into the top 40, defeat multiple top 5 players and major champions, and reach a tour-level final in the Open era. Following the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, she next competed in WTA 1000 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships in Dubai, United Arab Emirates where she fought hard to topple Jasmine Paolini from Italy (WTA ranked #8) reaching the tournament quarter finals. Tennis is now rapidly gaining popularity in the Philippines and Eala is changing the landscape of pro tennis due to her massive following from Filipinos and fans around the world packing stadiums full during her matches. The experience watching the matches live and supporting a fellow Filipino competing in the WTA tour is indeed a one-of-a kind experience for the fraters and their families.
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We opened the fundraiser on 22 Nov 2025, and we also closed out the fundraiser wrapping last minute gifts until the evening hours of Christmas Eve, 24 Dec 2025. Participants included KC Hernandez, his spouse, Glenda Alejo- Hernandez, SP Jason Vigier, 1st Lieutenant and SP Johnson, Consistory Secretary, and together we managed to raise close to $300 in donations. The event was such a success that the organizer welcomed Ararat to return for the 2026 holiday season and to participate in the annual USAG Stuttgart Family and MWR 2026 Spring Bazaar, taking place on 1-3 May on Panzer Kaserne. Additionally, the Consistory is currently involved with the raffle to support both the Orient of Europe and USC's attempt to raise funds to fix damage to the Cathedral. Ararat will be
Ararat Consistory No. 115 CIC SP WILLIE HERNANDEZ VALLEY OF STUTTGART Ararat Consistory No. 115 has welcomed 2026 with a regularly scheduled business meeting, wherein we held our annual
election of officers. KC Hernandez was nominated and re-elected as the CIC, along with SP Jason Vigier and SP Willie Johnson who will continue to serve as the Illustrious 1st Lieutenant Commander and Consistory Secretary, respectively. We now would ask you to take a moment and help us in
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