The Shropshire Festival, initiated by Provincial Grand Master Roger Pemberton, aims to raise £1 million for the Masonic Charitable Foundation by 2030, following the successful 2019 Festival that raised £1.2 million. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Shropshire's Masonic membership is recovering, supported by the Members' Pathway initiative. The Festival's launch is celebrated at the annual Provincial Grand Lodge meeting, fostering connections between Freemasons and charity representatives. Lodges throughout Shropshire are encouraged to engage in various fundraising activities, reflecting the community's resilience and commitment to charity. All Masons and supporters are invited to participate in this philanthropic endeavor. The document emphasizes the importance of collective effort in achieving the fundraising target and highlights the ongoing support for charitable initiatives within the Masonic community.
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Title: Shropshire’s Festival – the Journey to 2030
The Provincial Grand Master of Shropshire, Roger Pemberton, has announced the launch of the next Shropshire Festival to raise funds for the Masonic Charitable Foundation. This follows the success of the last Festival in 2019, where the Shropshire Masonic community raised £1.2 million, surpassing their £1 million goal.
Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, membership numbers in Shropshire are recovering, aided by the Members' Pathway initiative. In a special video featuring various characters, the Provincial Grand Master set a new target of £1 million for the 2030 Festival.
The Festival's launch was celebrated during the annual Provincial Grand Lodge meeting, allowing Freemasons and guests to connect with charity representatives supported by the Province. Lodges across Shropshire are planning fundraising activities to support the Festival, showcasing the resilience and dedication of the Masonic community. The Provincial Grand Master invites all masons and supporters to join in this charitable journey.