The Masonic Apron By; Bro. Mike Doucette One the most iconic symbols of Freemasonry worldwide is the apron. It is the one item required to be worn by Masons in Lodge, as not all brothers around the world are required to wear suits or rings, however; even if a brother forgets his apron, the symbol…

(I may have posted this before, but Its a fun look at how the past influences the future – how does it affect your Lodge?) The US standard railroad gauge (distance between the rails) is 4 feet, 8.5 inches. That’s an exceedingly odd number. Why was that gauge used?  Because that’s the way they built…

Paper to be presented at Templum Fidelis Lodge, Bath Ontario 15 September 2018 by Very Worshipful Brother Dan Andrews, Past Grand Steward, Grand Lodge of Canada, Province of Ontario 2016-2017.    In operative masonry the rough ashlar could be a newly quarried, unfinished stone in need of much improvement. A very carefully chosen stone by a…

Masonry in Cuba Bro John Bower (copied from the “Sunday Masonic Papers #900, Nov 18/18”) While travelling in Havana in early 2017 my wife pointed out a prominent building in the city.  What had caught her eye was the square and compasses of Masonry.  The building itself is very large and impressive and houses the…

For those of you who have a Netflix account, check out the series “Inside The Freemasons”.  This is a 5 part series (each about 44 min. long) which recently aired on Sky TV  in the UK. It was filmed with co-operation of the United Grand Lodge of England. I have only watched 2 episodes so far, but it brings…

(Copied from”The Sunday Masonic Paper – September 16, 2018) 47th Problem of Euclid W.Bro. Shawn Belanger, Rideau Minden No. 253, GRC Brethren, I wanted to give a brief bit of education this evening. At least I hope it’s educational – I’m assuming that if I didn’t know something, then at least some of you will find this…

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July 11, 2018 By STEVE NOBLE Adapted by V.W. Bro. Norman McEvoy from a paper presented by Morris Goldstein, Grand Orator 1946  Grand Lodge of F. & A.M. of California In preparation for this evening I have searched within myself and asked, “What can I say to this impressive assembly of men and Masons, men who know…

This paper was presented by W Bro. B. Newton (Red Deer #12) at a public forum marking the conclusion of a month long exhibit – featuring Freemasonry in Red Deer – at the Red Deer Public Library in April 2008   Secrecy in Masonry I am going to tell you something tonight about the secrets…

THE AGED AND INFIRM BRETHREN Our lodge has many members who are unable to attend regularly as their bodies are failing them now. Know that your many years of service are not forgotten my brother. And know that you are not forgotten. We will now come to your home as brothers and as friends for…