Worshipful Brother Brett Varker, the Deputy Provincial Grand Master was the Presiding Officer when he joined the brethren of the Unity Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners 783 when they held their installation meeting in Crediton recently. On this occasion he was accompanied by the Assistant Provincial Grand Master, Worshipful Brother Christopher Elliott, Worshipful Brother Martin Smith, the Provincial Grand Chaplain, Worshipful Brother Robert Palmer, the Provincial Grand Secretary, together with his team of secretaries namely Brother John Hipwell, Deputy Provincial Grand Secretary and Worshipful Brother Jon Webber, the Assistant Provincial Grand Secretary.
After the initial business of the evening have been undertaken, the Worshipful Commander, Worshipful Brother Graham Rowland, presented a cheque to the Deputy Provincial Grand Master for the Devon Mark Charity Association totalling £400, which was in addition to donations to local charities. He then proceeded to install his successor, undertaking the ceremony in an excellent and sincere manner with Worshipful Brother John Musty being installed into the seat of Noah in due form. Worshipful Brother John then went on to appoint and invest his officers.
Following the meeting, the brethren retired to the refectory where they enjoyed a wonderful meal, with a warm and fun filled atmosphere.
During the meal, the newly appointed Tyler, Brother Marc Brooks, was treated to a rendition of “Happy Birthday” as he was celebrating his 33rd birthday that day. His mother had secretly cooked and created a stunning cake which was presented to him and he then shared amongst the brethren.
