Advanced Leadership Training Academy

Sandra King

The Florida DeMolay state line officers hosted an Advanced Leadership Training Academy for District #3 at Bahia Chapter on October 26, 2019.

Several of our brothers were out sick, but we took 2 DeMolay and a prospect.

We spent about 3 hours learning about DeMolay traditions, procedures, and ways to introduce DeMolay to friends and strangers among other things. There was plenty of interaction with the state line, and everyone learned something useful.

After the class, we had pizza, nachos and a social. We met a family, new to the area, whose son was initiated in another state. Everyone had a grand time, and we look forward to the next Academy.

Chick-Fil-A Sandwich fundraiser (and Game Night)

Sandra King

We are having a Chick-Fil-A Sandwich fundraiser on our regularly scheduled fun night.

November 20, 2019 from 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

  We are offering 2 options:

1. Come by and pick up sandwiches to go.

2. Come, stay, and eat with us, and join us for our fun night.

(We plan to have a poker table, spades, hearts, chess and any board games we can think of.)  

Chick-Fil-A sandwiches are $4.00 and we have 50 of them…

Add a can of Soda (to go) or a refillable cup of soda or tea (if you are staying) for $1.00 more.

To pay online, choose your option and click Buy Now. Choose how many to buy on the next screen (at Paypal)
Please Select Sandwich or Sandwich and drink

If you don’t want to pay online you can call Mom Sandy to reserve your sandwich at 386-453-6738.

Lock-in was a succes

Sandra King

We had a great time at our Lock-in this last Saturday. We would especially like to thank our visitors from 1st Coast, Henry and Dj. We were also joined by a prospective member, Alex and a future squire Ryon.

We had a great time with a nerf war, and several game tournaments. Some of us crashed around midnight, and the rest were still awake when Mom Sandy arrived with breakfast burritos and donuts for breakfast.

We ended the night by cleaning the lodge, and sweeping and mopping the dining hall.

We are looking forward to helping at the Grand Master’s official visit this Saturday, and then attending Cotillion next weekend where we will initiate Ryon into the Squire program, and assist with DeMolay and King Solomon’s Initiations.

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Now a certified charity on PayPal

Now a certified charity on PayPal

Sandra King

You can now support our chapter on PayPal partners’ platforms, including PayPal, eBay, GoFundMe, CrowdRise, Humble Bundle, Airbnb and Zakatify.

PayPal Giving Fund doesn’t charge charities or donors any fees for their services. However, we won’t receive your donation until the 25th of each month. The benefit to you is that they automatically send you a tax receipt. Some of their partners may charge fees on donations made through their platforms, which they will disclose at the point of donation, and could reduce the amount we receive.

We are also happy to accept cash donations at any meeting or event, and checks by mail or in person. Make Checks to Dale Chapman Chapter DeMolay. We have also added a Paypal donate button to our website, and if you use it we receive your donation immediately.

Hurricane Dorian

Installation postponed

Sandra King

Due to Hurricane Dorian we will not be having our Installation of Officers tomorrow…


We have been watching the situation with this oncoming hurricane, and due to the fact that several local gas stations are already out of gas we will not be having our Installation tomorrow, as we couldn’t guarantee that everyone would be able to buy gas to get home and outlast the storm.

We will let you know when we reschedule.
–Harvey King

2019 so far…

2019 so far…

Sandra King

At Mini-Conclave in January, Connor G. was elected District Master Councilor for District 3.

Maximilian O. was installed Master Councilor in February, and since then we have been focused on growing our Chapter, increasing our contact with the Lodges and helping out in our district.  We have initiated 3 new members already this year.

Sion K. was elected to serve as Master Councilor again in July and we have two first time Councilors (Airon K. and Andrew T.)

At Conclave in July Connor G. was appointed Illustrious Knight Commander of Col. James “Nick” Rowe Priory (Florida Knighthood); and Sion K. was named Squire Commander. We had several guys compete in the sports competitions, and Airon K. placed second (out of 2) in the 200-yard dash.

        This year has also seen some changes in our Advisory Board.  Bryan and Jennifer Coffey, who have been the driving force on the Board for the last few years have moved to Tennessee, and Harvey and Sandra King who are well known in our District have stepped up to work with the Chapter as Chairman of the Board and Chapter Advisor. We have also added Noelle Tingler (a DeMolay Mom) and John Bidoli (a Senior DeMolay) to the board. 

DeMolay is unique among youth groups in that it genuinely is led by the members. Our Advisors work primarily to liaise with community adults, to answer questions and to drive our members around the state. We are here to help them learn and grow, not to tell them what to do.

If you would like to learn more, please feel free to attend any of our meetings, board meetings, and fun events.

Why we do this

Who can and Why?

Sandra King

Who can get involved?

Anyone can get involved, learn more and be as active with our youth as they want. Young men can join, and adults can be mentors and Advisors. There are even ways for young ladies to be involved.

An Advisor for DeMolay can be any adult (over the age of 21), male or female, parents, coaches, teachers, clergy, Senior DeMolays, and Masons. They just need to have an interest in working with young men and be willing to help them develop their character and leadership skills.

Who can join?

  • To be eligible to join DeMolay, three simple requirements need to be met by the applicant.
  • You are a young man between the ages of 12 and 21.
  • You are of good moral character.
  • You believe in a supreme being (all religions welcome).

What makes DeMolay special?

DeMolay is a youth-led, adult-advised organization in which young men learn to plan, organize, and facilitate their own programs. Our young men come up with the ideas and we help them only as much as they need and want to make them happen. DeMolays take part in a wide-range of activities, from athletic competitions, to public speaking tournaments, to community service events. All activities are guided by the interests of the local chapter.
   If you can dream it, you can do it in DeMolay.

Why join or support DeMolay?

DeMolay members interact with other young men who are dedicated to upholding the virtues and high moral standard of the Order. Young men are proven to act more upstanding when in the company of quality companions. Acting in an upstanding manner becomes a habit, which demonstrates good character now and serves to mold a mature way of thinking as he attains manhood.

Application for Membership– Download the form. Fill it out. Bring it by a Chapter event with the $50 membership fee.

Advisor Registration – Sign In to eScribe. Select registration > adult registration.

Installation ceremony at altar

2018 Recap

Sandra King

Dale Chapman Chapter had a very busy year. The Chapter served on numerous degree teams and installation teams throughout our district (and around the state).

We initiated one new member in 2018. DeMolay can be any age from 12 – 20. Chapter statistics: 1 -12 yr old, 1 -14 yr old, 3 -15 yr olds, 3 -16 yr olds, 2 -17 yr olds, 4 -18 yr olds, 4 -19 yr olds, and 7 -20 yr olds. Of these members, 10 are actively participating in most events, and the others come when they can.

Sion K. presided during the first half of 2018. During his term, the Chapter went to K1 Speed in Orlando and rode go-carts. We also went to Conclave (5 days in Jacksonville) where Connor G. was appointed District Deputy State Master Councilor for District 3. During Sion’s term, the Chapter focused on service to the Masonic fraternity, helping with mowing and workdays at St. Johns lodge and earning money by mowing the Shrine Club in Deland.

Xavier V. presided over the 2nd half of 2018. During his term, the Chapter went to Cotillion (in Orlando) where our officers served on the degree team and several officers served in the honor guard. We have continued to help with mowing and workdays at St. Johns and the Shrine Club. We were proud to work with the Rainbow Girls at the Grand Master’s Official Visit, and we had a wonderful time manning the Bar-B-Que at the Golf tournament. In addition to Masonic service, we collected books and other items for the UM Children’s Home.
At Mini-Conclave in January, Connor G. was elected District Master Councilor for District 3.