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Code of the Gentleman

"Without a strict observance of the fundamental Code of Honor, no man, no matter how "polished," can be considered a gentleman.  The honor of a gentleman demands the inviolability of his word, and the incorruptibility of his  principles.  He is the descendant of the knight, the crusader; he is the defender of the defenseless and champion of justice.... or he is not a Gentleman."

Taken from Virginia Military Institute's "Code of the Gentleman."

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Charles Erick Ekelund Memorial Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is merit based, and will help deserving members of this Chapter with educational expenses incurred while obtaining their bachelors degree, associates degree, or a professional trade school diploma.  Please support this 501(c)3 worthy cause by clicking on the donate button above.

Charlie Ekelund was a PMC of Galveston Chapter, a freemason, a graduate of Sam Houston State University, a Galveston County Sherriff's Deputy, and a great brother and mentor.  Find out more about Charlie and the details of the scholarships by visiting the Charles Erick Ekelund Memorial Scholarship Page.

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2021
​Ends With
​Fun & Service

Sentinel Co-Editors
​Mason Saunders & Zachary Miller

​Alvin, TX - December 18, 2021  John Wayne Chapter hosted a Christmas party, at which nine of the ten active members attended, along with their families and the chapter advisors. The events of the evening included a gift-exchange between the members, and the donation of food that was collected during the months of November and December. 

​Day of Comfort Donations

The members of John Wayne Chapter No. 3667 collected food to donate to Grace Episcopal Church for the Obligatory Day of Comfort, an event usually held during the Thanksgiving/Christmas season. The Grace Episcopal Church, which is located next door to the Alvin Masonic Lodge building, happily accepted the donations. Dad Tommy Peebles, a former DeMolay advisor, PMC of Alvin Chapter, a Chevalier, and an active Legion of Honor, along with his wife Becky, were there to accept the donations that the chapter had collected

​White Elephant Gift Exchange

​After the donation delivery, the Chapter settled down to a nice dinner, after which began the White Elephant gift exchange. One by one, the members of the chapter went to the tree and picked out a gift. After about 20 minutes of going in circles stealing, the gifts were stolen for the final time and everybody seemed to enjoy what they had gotten.
 

Christmas Party fun with the White Elephant Gift Exchange

PMC Peter Luke receiving the DeMolay of the Term Award from Dad Peebler

Ten Year DeMolay Service Awards. R-L Chris Little, Galen Mikel, Tony Peebler

Newly installed Master Councilor, Spencer Eddins, receiving the donation from Tucker Lodge No. 297 A.F. & A.M. to the Charles Erick Ekelund Memorial Scholarship Fund from 50 Year Member, Albert Crawford, Jr.

Four New DeMolays

Alvin, TX - November 13, 2021  Imperial Chapter (Sugar Land), and Templar Chapter (Houston) came together with John Wayne Chapter No. 3667 today to create four new DeMolays.  A huge thank you to Dad Woodard of Imperial Chapter, Dad Aganan of Templar Chapter, and Dad Villanueva of John Wayne Chapter No. 3667 for making this possible.  The two new John Wayne members are Zachary Miller and Mason Saunders.

The DeMolay Degree Team with the four newest DeMolays!

A Spooky Spectacular

John Wayne Chapter No. 3667 100%

Alvin, TX - October 23, 2021  All eight of the active members of John Wayne Chapter No. 3667, along with our Chapter Sweetheart, Miss Heidi McMillan, and a host of others had a great time at the Spooky Spectacular held this evening at Alvin Lodge No. 762 A.F. & A.M.   Costumes included a hogwart, a sheriff, King Phillip IV (The Fair), Kurt Cobain, a monk, a couple of pilots, and a butterfly.  Around 35 people attended the dance/fundraiser, and everyone had a great time.  Our Past Chapter & Texas State Sweetheart, Miss Claire Peebler, was also in attendance.  Our Senior Councilor, Spencer Eddins, and his fundraising committee planned the event, and Spencer was the DJ for the evening.  DeMolays, advisors, and parents came together to bring tons of food and unique decorations.  We just may do this again next year.  

Spooky Spencer, our great DJ!

91st Texas DeMolay Conclave
​One to Remember!

Peter Luke (15) going for the basket against Nederland Chapter, while Garrett Priddy works the offensive board.

Fort Worth, TX - July 18, 2021  Five members of the chapter, Peter Luke, Garrett Priddy, Eli Vandewater, Andrew Luke, and Kyle Villanueva, along with our Chapter Sweetheart, Ms. Heidi McMillan, traveled to Cow Town for the first in person Texas DeMolay Conclave in two years.  On Thursday afternoon, they played against Nederland Chapter in flag football.  They followed that with a dodge ball match against Grand Prairie Chapter, and came away with the Junior Division Dodge Ball Championship.  Early Friday morning, Garret Priddy played singles tennis against Two Rivers, and ended up with a second place medal for his efforts.  Later that morning John Wayne played 3 on 3 basketball against Two Rivers Chapter.  Friday afternoon, the group enjoyed some relaxing time at the pool, before attending the hamburger social that evening.  Friday night, John Wayne joined the rest of the State and held their annual caucus, electing the 2021-2022 Texas DeMolay State Officers as follows, State Master Councilor, Christian Coleman, Deputy State Master Councilor, Layton Richards, State Senior Councilor, our very own Kyle Villanueva, and Tyler Coperhaven as the State Junior Councilor.  Ms. Lillian McMann was elected Texas DeMolay Sweetheart.  They were all installed and crowned Saturday evening after the Grand Banquet, but before the awesome dance held that night.  Earlier that day, all of the members competed individually in esoteric work, some of them for the very first time.  They all learned a lot, and even managed to win a few competitions.  Our Fourth Section Team of Kyle Villanueva, Peter Luke, and Andrew Luke, won the State Championship again.  This is the second time for Peter and Kyle.  Kyle won the State Championship for Magnificient Seven, and came in Second place for Flower Talk.  Everyone greatly improved their ritual skills, and we definitely have something to build on.  Dad Peebler was very happy and proud of all of them.  John Wayne Chapter capped off Saturday night by having an absolute blast at the dance.  Thanks to all of the advisors and parents who made this trip possible, Camille Luke, John Vandewater, Rusty Kattner, Marlon and JoAnn Villanueva, and Marvin Priddy.  

John Wayne Chapter 3667 at Conclave. L-R Andrew Luke, Garrett Priddy, Kyle Villanueva, Heidi McMillan, Peter Luke, and Eli Vandewater

National Police Memorial Week John Wayne 3667 Makes 80 Snack Bags For Alvin Police As A Thank You!

Master Councilor, Peter Luke, presents the first snack bag to Detective Ruben Solano, of the Alvin Police Department.

Alvin, TX - May 10, 2021  Five members were on hand this evening to talk with, listen to, and present gift snack bags to Detective Ruben Solano of the Alvin Police Department.  The chapter made 80 snack bags for the Police Department (one for every officer and staff) to show our appreciation for their service.  Detective Solano made a great presentation, followed by a great questions and answers session.  During the week, the chapter posted photos and biographies of two officers each day of the week (May 9-15) who were killed in the line of duty, one from the past, and one from 2021.

L-R William Baisch, MC Peter Luke, Detective Solano, Officer Utsey, Kyle Villanueva, Andrew Luke, and Eli Vandewater.

John Wayne 3667 asked great questions during the conference.

John Wayne's Own, Ted Frick
Graduates With Honors
​Commissions 2nd Lt. USAF

Houston, TX - May 15, 2021  Ted Frick, who only became a Senior DeMolay earlier this year, has graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Politica Science from the Universtiy of Houston.  He has also commissioned in the United States Air Force as a second lieutenant.  He is set to train as  an Air Battle Manager at Tyndall AFB, Florida.  Ted is a charter member of William A. Dixon, Jr., Squire Manor #3, and was the inaugural master Squire of that manor back in 2011.  He earned all four of the squire badges available, and numerous merit stars.  He also completed his Representative Squire Award (his baldric, RSA, and awards are now on display in the Chapter Trophy Case).  The following year, Ted joined John Wayne, and the rest is history.  He returned both of his obligations that same year, and by the end of the next year, he had completed all five of his LCC Leadership Courses, earning his Lamp of Knowledge.  He later earned his Representative DeMolay Award (RD), and served John Wayne 3667 twice as master councilor.  He earned his Past Master Councilor's Meritorious Service Award, became a part of the John Wayne 3667 ritual teams, finishing no less, as Jacques DeMolay, the longest part.  He was instrumental in the Chapter winning back to back Texas DeMolay Degree Championships in 2013 and 2014.  In 2014 and 2016, Ted was a co-leader of the John Wayne 3667 delegation at Government Day, which won Best Delegation in both of those years.  In 2016, his speaking prowess actually earned him Best House Delegate for that year.  Over the years, Ted took part several times in the Great Plains DLC in Oklahoma, and we would be remiss if we failed to mention that he won the Madden Football Tournament once (that's out of a field of 128 competitors).  In 2015-2016, he served Texas DeMolay as the District Deputy State Master Councilor for District 5 (Houston Area).  In 2016-2017, he was elected as State Junior Councilor of the Texas DeMolay Association, and served with distinction that year.  Unfortunately for Texas DeMolay, Ted chose to focus on his college courses instead of further advancing in DeMolay.  That wise decision clearly shows in his GPA.  It is our loss, but our country's gain.  God Speed Second Lieutenant Frick, in all that you do.  You showed 'em how it's done!

Hey! Where's All of the
2019 Stuff?

It has been archived under the History and Heritage tab. 

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The Food Is Back!!!
Dinner at 6:45 p.m. Before Every Stated Meeting.

DeMolay
The Premier Youth Fraternity
in the World

Walt Disney, the great cartoon animator, was so proud and grateful to be a DeMolay that he drew Mickey Mouse in a comic strip wearing the DeMolay Pin!

John Wayne Chapter No. 3667 with their Day of Comfort donations.

The John Wayne Sentinel Gets New Co-Editors

Alvin, TX - December 18, 2021  Zachary Miller and Mason Saunders were named today as the Co-Editors of the John Wayne Chapter No. 3667 Sentinel.  Congratulations to both.  We are looking forward to some great publications. 

Co-Editor Mason Saunders

Co-Editor Zachary Miller

Master Councilor, Spencer Eddins takes the oath of office.

Eddins Takes the Reigns

Alvin, TX - November 21, 2021  A large crowd showed up this evening at Alvin Lodge No. 762 A.F. & A.M. to see Spencer Eddins and his officer corps installed at the Fall 2021 Installation of Officers.  The Installing Officer was Texas DeMolay State Master Councilor, Chipper Coleman, from Albert Pike Chapter in San Antonio. 
Spencer is the son of Jason and Britnie Eddins of Alvin.  He is a student at Alvin High School, and a member of the Alvin High School United States Marine Corps Junior ROTC.  Other officers installed were Senior Councilor, Eli Vandewater, Junior Councilor, William Baisch, Senior Deacon, Garrett Priddy, Junior Deacon, Mikel Yap, Scribe, Peter Luke, Senior Steward, Mason Saunders, Junior Steward, Zachary Miller, Chaplain, Kyle Villanueva, and Standard Bearer, Andrew Luke. 
​ Peter Luke, who guided the Chapter through the last half of the COVID-19 Pandemic, received the DeMolay of the Term Award.  Ten year DeMolay Service Awards were presented to Brothers Galen Mikel, Tony Peebler, and Chris Little, all members of John Wayne Chapter No. 3667.  In addition, several members of Galveston Chapter received their 50 Year DeMolay Service Awards.  They included Albert Crawford, PMC of Galveston Chapter and Past Master of Tucker Lodge No. 297 A.F. & A.M., Gus and Stanley Marinos, PMCs of Galveston Chapter, and Charles Cupples, PMC of Galveston Chapter and Past Master of Sugar Land Lodge No. 1141 A.F. & A.M.  The family of the late Charles Erick Ekelund, PMC of Galveston Chapter, was also on hand for the dedication of the Charles Erick Ekelund Memorial Scholarship for DeMolays from John Wayne Chapter No. 3667.  Albert Crawford, Jr., Past Master of Tucker Lodge No. 297 A.F. & A.M., made a presentation on behalf of that Lodge of a check for $1,000 to the scholarship fund.  After the ceremonies, there was a great reception with great food, followed by a dance.  Everyone had a grand time.

The Officers of John Wayne Chapter No. 3667

50 Year DeMolays L-R Albert Crawford, Jr., Stanley Marinos, Charles Cupples, Gus Marinos.

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Alvin Apparitions

Go-Karting Is A Rush

Master Councilor, Peter Luke, leads the pack!

Dickinson, TX - September 11, 2021  All eight active members of John Wayne Chapter No. 3667, along with five prospective members showed up for the Go-Karting Rush Party held today.  The group met at Alvin Lodge No. 762 A.F. & A.M., and the prospective members were shown around the chapter room by the active members.  They then held a question and answer session, while their parents met with advisors in the dining hall.  After the questions were answered, the group broke up and reconvened at the Go kart track in Dickinson for some big time fun.  After the racing was done, the chapter had a pizza dinner with the prospects.  A great time was had by all.  A huge thanks to Junior Councilor, Mikel Yap, and his membership committee for putting this great event together. 

Ready for some pizza after a fun evening of racing.

Kyle Villanueva
2021-2022
​Texas DeMolay
State Senior Councilor

Fort Worth, TX - July 18, 2021  Our very own Kyle Villanueva was elected by the members of Texas DeMolay to serve as the next Texas DeMolay State Senior Councilor.  He was installed Saturday evening after the Grand Banquet.  Congratulations Kyle and Good Luck on all of your future DeMolay endeavours.

State Senior Councilor Kyle Villanueva, speaking to the Texas Conclave.

Conclave Fun!

Spring 2021
​Installation of Officers
Luke Heads Up Chapter

L-R William Baisch, Eli Vandewater, MC Peter Luke, Kyle Villanueva, Chapter Sweetheart Heidi McMillan, Andrew Luke, and Mikel Yap.

Alvin, TX - May 19, 2021  Six officers of John Wayne 3667 were installed earlier this evening. Two more officers will be installed at a later date.  Peter Luke was installed as Master Councilor.  His officers are Senior Councilor Elect, Spencer Eddins, Junior Councilor Mikel Yap, Senior Deacon William Baisch, Junior Deacon Garrett Priddy, Senior Steward Eli Vandewater, Junior Steward Andrew Luke, and Scribe Kyle Villanueva.  Ms. Heidi McMillan was presented as the continuing Chapter Sweetheart.  Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there was no reception or dance, but it was better than last year's virtual installation.  Maybe this fall, things will return to normal.  John Wayne 3667 will be there, and we'll be growing strong! 

Representative DeMolay
Villanueva Presented With 
RD & PMC-MSA 

Representative DeMolay Investiture for Kyle Villanueva

Alvin, TX - May 19, 2021  Immediately following the installation of officers earlier this evening, Texas DeMolay District Deputy Stated Master Councilor, District 5, Kyle Villanueva, received his Representative DeMolay Award (RD) and his Past Master Councilor's Award (PMC-MSA).  He has been working hard for the Chapter, and earned both awards back in 2019.  The awards could not be presented until now due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.  Way exemplify and REPRESENT Kyle!  Looking forward to many great things from you in the future.

Kyle receiving his PMC-MSA from Dad Peebler

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Funny Clip Staring Our Very Own Jonny Lane
(aka Brother Mayhem)

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