The Duties and Responsibilities of the D. O. C.

£4.00

by: Jack Bright
Code  L3020

When a Worshipful Master invests his Director of Ceremonies it is stated that his duties are ”to see that our ceremonies are conducted properly”. This book is designed to enable him to do just that. It is simple, to the point and tells you exactly what needs to be done.

Talking from a position of great experience the author includes
· the correct layout of a Lodge
· a guide to preparation for each degree
· the correct seating plan in the Lodge
· the acceptable escorts to bring the Worshipful Master into the Lodge
· knowing when a visitor need to be proven and how a proven Brother should be admitted to the Lodge
· how to admit VIPs
· a complete list of masonic precedence and the salutes given for each office, the rule concerning conducting ballots
· detail on smooth running of and how to deal with unexpected events during the Ceremonies of Initiation, Passing, Raising and Installation
· a guide to the festive board.

The Duties and Responsibilities of the Director of Ceremonies also contains the kind of material that may be needed in an emergency during a meeting -

.summary if Ancient Charges to be read out by the Secretary at the installation
.explanation of Grand Lodge certificate
.presentation of a Lodge Warrant
.explanation of Preparation in the First Degree
. presentation of a Past Master Jewel