Banquet
Another illustrious milestone occurred in this year ’ s banquet. It was the first time that Scot- tish Rite Masons hosted a joint banquet in conjunction with the Loyal Ladies. In years past, the ladies were always in attendance and supported the event. This year was the first time they functioned as co - hosts. Congratulations to SGC Ralph Slaughter and LLR Faye Williams for moving our organizations forward in a spirit of comradery and togetherness. The banquet is the premiere social event of the Annual Session and the atmosphere was amaz- ing. SGIG Alvin K. Wilkins, III, Lieutenant Grand Commander, served as the master of cere- mony for the evening. The guest speakers included the visiting dignitaries SGIG Meyers (45th Imperial Potentate, AEAONMS), SGIG Chapman (44th Imperial Potentate, AEAONMS) SGIG Mustapha - Thomas (Grand Master of the MWPHGL of Alaska), SGIG Adjibi (Grand Master of the MWPHGL of France), SGIG Thompson (Grand Master, MWPHGL of North Carolina, and SGIG Morgan, (RW Deputy Grand Master from the MWPHGL of Virginia). The President of the Michael A. Parris Class of 2023 presented a monetary donation of nearly $10,000 to the USC - DC.
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