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Immediate Past Master (IPM) and his Provincial Grand Lodge (if the Lodge
Although not actually an office (as is out of London) or from the Metropolitan
the position is his by right), the Grand Lodge of London.
IPM is normally the previous
He is also responsible for organising and
Master and acts as a guide and support to
distributing the summons notifying the
the Master when needed. He sits on the
members of the agenda for the next meeting.
immediate left of the Worshipful Master.
Director of Ceremonies – DC
Chaplain
The role of the DC is to organise and
All meetings begin and end with
oversee the ceremonies held in the
prayer and it is the role of the Lodge
Lodge and to ensure all other officers
Chaplain to lead the members in
concerned in any ritual are aware of
this part of the meeting.
their roles. This is usually achieved by
Treasurer meticulous rehearsals. It is also part of his
The Treasurer is responsible for Lodge responsibilities to see that the ceremonies are
finances. He produces annual accounts, conducted with dignity and decorum.
which are audited before being approved
Almoner
by the Lodge. Subscriptions are decided in
The Almoner is the Lodge welfare
Lodge on the Treasurer’s recommendation.
officer. He maintains contact with the
Secretary widows of members and with those
The Secretary has responsibility for who are ill or indisposed. He is also
the smooth administration of the trained to assist those who are in financial
Lodge. He is the main conduit for need. He therefore has a knowledge of the
communication from Grand Lodge variety of resources that exist in time of need.

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