Of Politics and Religion   In Freemasonry there are certain basic rules and principles called “Landmarks”, which cannot be changed, or repealed, or amended by any Mason, Lodge, or Grand Lodge. These Landmarks are an expression of that which belongs to Masonry’s identity. If they were removed, Masonry would cease to be Masonry.   The…

A talk given by Wayne D. Anderson, D.D.G.M. Frontenac District, G.R.C. 2015-16 Freemasonry is a Verb! – But first some history   When the SW says (as part of the opening of lodge) “…await the return of the Junior Deacon.” What does this mean?   In the early years of Freemasonry there were many secret…

THE FORGOTTEN VIRTUE   Of all the virtues and attributes propounded by Craft Masonry, the most obscure, overlooked, and yet all-persuasive, is also one of the most vital and essential to our order.  It is found as a continuing theme in the great religions of the world.  It is basic to many of the other…

ABOUT BEING A MASON WHY DID I BECOME A MASON? WHY DO I CONTINUE TO BELONG? by: Bro. Paul Schorak, Forestburg-Alliance #128, G.R.A. These are great thought provoking questions, which I know are being asked in Lodges all across Alberta, indeed no doubt wherever there are Masonic Lodges. I also know that the answers to…

Installation, or Opening of the Celestial Lodge, otherwise known as the Grand Lodge Above.   Over the centuries many well known men have been members of our Noble Craft.  For a few moments, please allow your imaginations to run wild and consider what may take place at the Installation of the Celestial Lodge, otherwise known…