Apr 18, 2025 · by Christopher Hodapp Grab your Masonic Calendar as the Masonic conference season kicks into full swing. Freemasons are organizing fun and educational events all over the country. The …

Sep 22, 2016 · Not exclusively a Masonic institution, goat riding or making candidates “ride the goat” has been an aspect of hazing fueled initiation meant to scare and embarrass neophytes and initiates …

Jan 16, 2017 · Brothers - What is the proper way to address the Worshipful Master of a lodge in an email? Is "Worshipful Master" preferred or will "Brother XXX" suffice?

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Jun 9, 2011 · Masonic traditions the symbol is used for abbreviation, instead of the usual period. For example "R∴W∴ John Smith" is an abbreviation for "Right Worshipful John Smith" (the term Right …

Nov 20, 2014 · His Jewel is the Crossed Quill Pens. The Secretary is the Lodge's Recorder. The Secretary's Lodge Officer Duties require a high degree of lodge experience, Masonic knowledge, …

Dec 27, 2015 · Hello brethren, Just out of curiosity, what are some casual phrases to recognize a brother. I know theres the question of asking if they are a traveling man, and how old their …

Aug 12, 2015 · My Illinois lodge uses this presentation at the first Stated meeting a brother attends after being raised. It is local tradition in that lodge to present the brother is Bible then instead of the night …

Nov 20, 2014 · The Marshal is the Lodge's Conductor or Master of Ceremonies. The Marshal of a Masonic Lodge is an appointed officer of the Lodge. The Marshal is in some jurisdictions the …

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