Pictured at the presentation of new collarette and cuffs to Lower Iveagh District Officers in Dromore Orange Hall last Wednesday evening (9th April) are L to R: Bro Jonathan Mattison (Deputy District Master), Bro Eric Jess (District Master), Rev Gerry Sproule (District Chaplain) and Bro Drew Nelson (Secretary - Grand Orange Lodge, Ireland).

Bro Eric Jess (Worshipful District Master) and Bro Jonathan Mattison (Deputy District Master), District Officers of Lower Iveagh District L.O.L. No. 1, were presented with new collarette and cuffs by Bro Drew Nelson (Secretary - Grand Orange Lodge, Ireland) at a meeting in Dromore Orange Hall last Wednesday evening (9th April).

The Rev Gerry Sproule (District Chaplain) dedicated the collarette and cuffs to the glory of God and the well being of the Orange Institution saying that they would enhance the appearance of the district. Mr Sproule went on to say that he hoped that both present and future district officers would be proud to walk with them. He concluded by speaking of his wish that the new collarette and cuffs would bring dignity to the institution and more importantly, bring glory to the name of Jesus Christ.

In presenting the new collarette and cuffs, Bro Drew Nelson expressed his wish that District Officers Bro Eric Jess and Bro Jonathan Mattison would be long spared to wear them at the head of Lower Iveagh District.

Bro Jess thanked Bro Nelson, the Rev Sproule and all members of the district lodges for making the presentations and assured them that the new collarette and cuffs will be worn with great pride and honour.

Bro Eric Jess pictured wearing new collarette and cuffs depicting his position as Worshipful District Master of Lower Iveagh District.	Bro Jonathan Mattison pictured wearing new collarette and cuffs depicting his position as Deputy District Master of Lower Iveagh District.

Ulster Star
10/04/2008