The PMC Meritorious Service Award was originated by the Founder of the Order of DeMolay, “Dad” Frank S. Land. He recognized the tremendous advantage gained by the Master Councilor in having a pre-planned program for his term of office. When such a program has been planned and distributed to the Chapter membership in printed form, the Master Councilor has gone a long way in achieving goals he has set.
While the newly elected Master Councilor is the only one qualified to apply for and achieve the award, he cannot do it alone. The requirements can only be met through the combined efforts of the entire Chapter. The Master Councilor must provide the leadership to inspire his fellow DeMolay’s toward a well rounded program.
“Dad” Land wrote the qualifications for the award and designed the jewel which is now proudly worn by those who have accomplished success in their term as Master Councilor. We hope that you will qualify for this coveted award.
BEFORE THE TERM
Complete or begin your Representative DeMolay (LCC 1 & 2 highly recommended)
Memorize and show proficiency in the Master Councilor’s portion of the ritual (this includes Opening and closing, Initiatory Degree and Fourth Section in the DeMolay Degree).
Survey the Chapter to see what activities they would like to have during the term.
Plan your term as Master Councilor
Establish Chapter Committees (Auditing, Entertainment, Fundraising, Membership, and Sick)
Set Chapter and Personal Goals to accomplish during the term
Plan your Installation as Master Councilor
Complete a PMC-MSA Letter of Intent and mail to the Executive Officer
DURING THE TERM
After Installation, mail in Form 11 – Reporting new Officers to the Executive Officer.
Exemplify both degrees of the Order, along with your degree team, from memory, at least once during your term of office.
Induct at least 6 new members during your term of office.
Hold at least one of each of the following activities:
Social Civic (community) service Masonic service
Athletic Fundraising
Observe each Obligatory Day and DeMolay week that falls during your term of office.
Patriots Day (February) Devotional Day (March) Parents Day (May or June),
Government Day (July) Education Day (September)
Frank S. Land Memorial Day (November) Day of Comfort (Nov. or December)
Establish programs that increase or maintain a high level of attendance at chapter meetings.
Effective chapter meetings Chapter Newsletters
Email/Post Card notices about meetings & activities
Submit all Form 10s, reporting new members during your term of office to Missouri DeMolay’s office with full payment, within 9 days following the induction.
View the Youth Protection Video and report to Executive Officer.
AFTER THE TERM
Complete and submit a PMC-MSA Letter of Completion/Supplementary Form within 10 days after the end of your term as Master Councilor
Continue to support the Chapter
Mentor the Councilors and New Members
Chair events, etc.
This award sponsored by the Tall Cedars of Lebanon of North America
