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If that is true, I really hope it is behind us now.

Another book that you should read is A Pilgrim's Path, by John Robinson. It answers a lot of the conflict between the Lodge and Christianity. http://www.amazon.com/Pilgrims-Path-Freemasonry-Religious-Right/dp/087131732X

Challenger, I personally don't like the acronym (GAOTU). But I believe that our reference Great (or Supreme) Architect of the Universe, is a beautiful descriptive name for God. Descriptive names are used a lot in the Faith. Think about how many times someone refers to Christ as the Prince...

I am likely to get slaughtered for this, but I'm just going to shoot from the hip. Covering up the Apron comes up fairly regular here and in conversation with brothers. Its a badge and an emblem of innocence. Some folks act as though you have committed a sin if you conver any part of the apron...

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He should definitely repetition if he desires membership. I have heard of guys who were rejected because of age and immaturity, that became Brothers once they had added some years. There was a thread posted a couple of weeks ago that indicated brothers who had been rejected were accepted the...

I agree with what the others have said, especially that you should not worry about the memorization and, definitely, don't let it keep you from joining. As far as the issue of Freemasonry's compatibility with Christianity, I am an active Southern Baptist (grew up that way) and I find nothing in...

Me too. The coin is sweet.

That is a good idea.

I could see where it would be OK depending on the committee and the Brother's abilities/positions in life. With the number of EAs who "fall off the wagon", creating a program that gets EAs and FCs involved Lodge activites would be a good idea. Particularly for Brother's who are having...

Glad to hear it! Where are you located? There is a good chance some of the brothers on the site live near you and can give you some more detailed info based on your location. My Grandfather was a Mason, as well, that is where my interest in the Lodge came from. After joining, I realized...

I have always been a strong advocate that Freemasonry is not religious. While there are certain religious elements, absolute religious freedom is the most important teaching of the Lodge in the arena of religion (in my opinion). Secondly, I think Masonry draws a man closer to his religion...

I think as long as you are entitled to the symbol, its fair game. You will see a lot of guys with Scottish Rite, York Rite or Shrine symbols on the side of a standard S&C ring. Obviously, if you are not a past master, scottish rite, york rite, etc. you probably would not be inclined to put...

First of all, I wouldn't get the ring rebuilt. Just wear it worn, so that when people ask you about it, you will have an awesome story to tell. That's just me. I tell all new Masters that I have a chance to, to wait one year before joining appendent bodies. And during that time focus on the...

I read them.

You shoud also be aware that their is a lot of cool stuff for sale! I loaded up last year!

Can someone tell me why we can only change our endowment on the day of elections?

Bro. Vick - your analysis is much appreciated and is very powerful when we are discussing the increase in dues. My lodge recently did and it was sort of a battle royal. Someone made the point you just made using the government provided CPI (which seems to be what you have done or something...

Like Bill said the business is on Friday and Saturday. We normally get there around noon on Friday and drag up around noon Saturday. If there are meetings before Thursday, its probably committee meetings or other meetings the general population would have little, if any, interest in.

You can also add glycerine (SP?).