585 Nauvoo Road, Lewisberry, PA 17339
LOWTHER MANOR LODGE No. 781 F. & A. M.
CONSTITUTED FEBRUARY 9th, 1957
STATED MEETING 2nd TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
WELCOME TO LOWTHER MANOR LODGE
Welcome to the Lowther Manor Lodge No. 781 F. & A.M. virtual lodge! The Officers and members of the lodge extend fraternal greetings to all Freemasons and visitors who have come to these portals. All are welcome!
These pages provide information about Lowther Manor Lodge in particular and Freemasonry in general. We have also provided links to the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania and other Masonic websites of interest. This is a great place to begin your exploration of Freemasonry.
We aspire to be the "Premier Lodge in Central Pennsylvania." Our lodge has developed a reputation over the years for being a friendly lodge. We have also worked very hard to maintain a standard of excellence in the quality of our ritualistic work and in the variety and quality of the fraternal, charitable, and community service programs we support. Come visit us and see for yourself!
Lowther Manor
ARE YOU NEW HERE?
Pennsylvania Freemasonry and Lowther Manor Lodge have a rich Masonic tradition.
Learn more about this and what makes Lowther Manor Lodge a special place:
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We are a friendly lodge.
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We are an active lodge.
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We take pride in our work.
Activities & Events
WE ARE A BUSY LODGE
Explore all the activities and opportunities for service that Lowther Manor Lodge offers. Did you know the lodge sponsors the only Masonic Car Show in Pennsylvania benefiting scholarships in the automotive and other trades?
Becoming A Mason
YOU CAN BECOME A MASON
Freemasonry is the oldest existing men's fraternal organization in the world. To become a Mason you must be;
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a man,
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at least 18 years old,
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of good character,
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interested in learning about Freemasonry and participating in activities.
Brothers,
Our 68th anniversary banquet is coming up soon on Wednesday, May 7th at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Ballroom, 2701 N 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA. There will be a cash bar at 5:15 pm followed by our traditional NY Strip Steak dinner at 6:30 pm. It is a first-rate dinner!
Our speaker for the evening will be talking on the topic of no less a person than the 15th President of our United States, Pennsylvania Freemason James Buchanan. Is he really worthy of the distinction of being considered one of the worst Presidents?
Brothers, our banquet is a ladies and friend to friend event. You are privileged to invite your spouse, your friends, and to invite members of other lodges to accompany you. This is a once a year, festive occasion of celebration, fellowship, and reunion and we always have a wonderful time!
Cost per person is $40.00 and you can download the flyer and reservation form by clicking on the RESERVATION button below
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Reserving a table of 6 or 8 for you and your guests.
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Inviting a Masonic widow or donating $40 to cover the cost of a widow’s or financially challenged Brother’s evening out.
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I’m looking forward to seeing you and your guests! Don’t delay!
Jeffrey L. Heiss, P.M.
Worshipful Master
Lowther manor Lodge No.781
Brothers and Ladies,
Lowther Manor Lodge's April stated meeting was great- NO FOOLING!
The evening began with a chicken cordon bleu dinner at 6:00 pm. This was a ladies and widows night and we had a good turnout for the delicious meal. While the Brothers retired to the lodge room the ladies enjoyed bingo, swapping April Fool's jokes, and discussed plans for future ladies nights and perhaps a special breakfast or outing.
At our stated meeting we remembered our warrant members and their foundational contribution to the lodge. We also recognized and presented 25-year service awards to , Russell W. Grubb, David G. Hamburg, Noble J. O’Shell, and Arthur L. Smith. Bros. Frank J. DeStefano III, Ronald R, Kirkland, Clyde M. McGeary, Jr., and Gregory J. Shiffler could not be with us but we will get their service awards to them ASAP!
We also recognized the members of our Membership Engagement Committee who have been working as part of our initiative to create closer personal relationships among the brethren and passed a motion to fund the purchase of materials needed to better participate in local community events.
The Program for the evening, “The Trestle Board,” was presented by Brother Allen J. Shoff, P.M., Perseverance Lodge No. 21, Harrisburg, PA. He explored how the Biblical Old Testament has influenced our work. It was a great presentation and was well received by the Brethren!
Our Progress to Date
Brethren,
We now have had two meetings devoted to discussion of what needs to be accomplished to move our initiatives along.
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We know we face some unique geographic and demographic challenges as our lodge is not located in the center of a heavily populated area. Instead, the communities our members reside in form a ring around the lodge.
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While we can host activities at the lodge to draw the community in, it is more important and productive for us to get involved in our surrounding communities' institutions and civic events.
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Based on some core objectives, we are reevaluating how our current activities, public service projects, charitable contributions, etc. serve to achieve those objectives and if they best utilize our resources.
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We have been encouraged to "think big." We should be looking for activities that yield big results with the least resource costs which will allow us to accomplish more outreach.
Our Newest Master Mason
Bro. Eugene N. Garcia
It was a great evening of degree work as the 3rd, or Master Mason’s degree was conferred upon our latest member, Eugene (Gene) Nicholas Garcia (Front, 3rd from left.) The degree was conferred by Bro. Todd L. Snyder, PM and the ancient charge at raising was delivered by Dale M. Hauze, Sr., PM. It was a record cold and icy night but all who turned out enjoyed the warm fellowship of the lodge as we welcomed Gene to a lifetime journey through the whole experience of Freemasonry. Please join us in congratulating him!
The Lowther Manor Lodge No. 781 17th Annual Car Show
YOU CAN HELP MAKE THE 2025 CAR SHOW A SUCCESS!
The 2024 car show raised over $3,000 which funded scholarships for graduating seniors pursuing advanced technical training and certifications in the trades. You can make the 2025 car show an even bigger success by being a sponsor, making a donation, and participating in the car show by entering your car. Save the date!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH, 2025
DORMAN PARKING LOT (FLIGHT SYSTEMS) 505 FISHING CREEK RD, LEWISBERRY, PA
PRE-REGISTRATION $10.00 / DAY OF SHOW $15.00
Lowther Manor Lodge Serves Our Community
Our last litter pickup of 2024 went well, but we sure could use some more picker uppers. We had just enough to do two of our one-mile sections of route 15 southbound either side of the PA turnpike entrance. It was freshly mowed so lots of trash was exposed and removed filling many (36) trash bags. Pictured are Brothers Art Smith, Steve Koser, Jeffrey Painter, and Mark Gaines, PM. Picture taken by George (Radar) Martin and also not shown, Steve Wilt, Jeff Heiss, PM WM, and breakfast Chef extraordinaire PM Ricky Patrick.
All able bodies brethren are encouraged to help out. Friends and family members are welcome to join in this public service project!
Lowther Manor Lodge Welcomes You!
Brothers and visitors,
THE LODGE BUILDING IS LOCATED AT 585 NAUVOO ROAD, LEWISBERRY, PA.
We warmly welcome Masonic travelers! The main entrance faces the road. Upon entering you will find yourself in a welcoming space leading to the multi-purpose social hall/dining room. There is a full institutional kitchen and other facilities. The lodge room has comfortable seating on the sidelines with room for additional seating when needed. The property sits on a 2+ acre lot with a large paved, lighted parking lot and the facility is handicap accessible throughout.
The social areas are available for rental.
BOOKMARK THIS PAGE AND COME BACK FREQUENTLY FOR UPDATES AND NEWS! If you have been away this would be a great opportunity to return to the lodge and share in our fellowship. YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!
