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  1. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    From said Facebook thread: I literally have no words.
  2. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    Now that I've had some time to stew: I think its disgusting some of our members reactions to this amended pact. I think its nothing but downright racism, judging a man based on the color of his skin and I think a lot of our brethren should really reflect on the 3 obligations that they took at...
  3. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    I'm not sure why some of them want an extra year delay in the vote. I have a lot of mean comments that I could say to those people but I just keep them to myself. I find that looking at the FB groups they belong to be quite humorous.
  4. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    Posted a little over an hour ago on the Grand Lodge facebook page. Both Grand Masters have signed the amended compact. We are moving quite rapidly toward visitation. I'm pretty sure there will be visiting parties at both Grand Lodges next year.
  5. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    I agree it needs to support itself. There's so much that could be done with a room the size of the auditorium at Grand Lodge.. if it was setup a little bit differently and had a modern sound and lighting system (read $$$). But there's only so much that can be done with a multi-story office...
  6. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    I only have the first one. I'll message it to you. Our secretary fetched it from the Grand Secretary's database (and actually it was there before the education components which had us in a sort of scramble because our December stated meeting is tonight. The education document is there now).
  7. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    While we're on it, what do you think about the new GM's first proclamation? We already do that at each stated meeting, we just now have to do the ones they've told us to.
  8. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    We have a cipher book, its now legal to possess it [has been since 2006?] (nevermind that there were something like a million copies of the Texas version sold before it was legal to possess). If its legal to have a cipher book and one exists, lets at least make sure its correct? Although if I...
  9. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    There was only 1 position open and 1 candidate.. Duane Anthony, current chair.
  10. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    It was stated, by a number of Past Grand Master's, that the process for one has been in place. But the recommendation, as written, had issues. First, committee was to be comprised of 5 Past Chairmen of standing committees. There are some Past Grand Master's that don't qualify for that. Plus, you...
  11. relapse98

    Do you agree with the results of Annual Communications

    Generally the votes went the way I expected, especially after things were explained (like the table lodge recommendation). I think a number of the close votes were VERY close. I think electronic voting would have changed the results on a couple.. it just seemed from my viewpoint that they were...
  12. relapse98

    EA time limit

    I hate to disagree with you but I cannot find that in the law book. Seems like something the secretary is saying but AFAIK, as already stated, the only thing required is a petition for advancement after his proficiency if he wants to become an FC.
  13. relapse98

    Grand Lodge of the United States

    Other than the full time maintenance of the building. I'll withhold what I think should be done with the GLoTX building.
  14. relapse98

    60 Year Service Award New Braunfels Lodge #1109

    On Tuesday August 26th, M:. W:. Jerry L. Martin, Grand Master of Masons in Texas, will present 50 & 60 Year Service Awards at New Braunfels Lodge #1109. This is an open meeting, everyone is invited. Dinner at 6:30pm, Award Presentation at 7:30pm. Coat and tie are recommended...
  15. relapse98

    Grand Lodge of the United States

    Its also about purpose. What would be the purpose of a Grand Lodge of the United States? To create even more bureaucracy?
  16. relapse98

    Grand Lodge of the United States

    Reading through the Grand Lodge of Texas Law book: Article 17 General Grand Lodge. The Grand Lodge is opposed to the formation or establishment of a General or Supreme Grand Lodge for the United States of America, and forbids its officers and Grand Representatives to participate in any meeting...
  17. relapse98

    Non-Payment of dues

    It is sad. And in Texas, at least, the Master of the Lodge can allow a Masonic funeral to a brother in that situation. Article 359, bottom part: We went through a similar excercise at a Grand Master's Conference about being approached about a man who you could not confirm was a Mason in time...
  18. relapse98

    Anyone Attending Warden's Retreat Corpus?

    For reservations: 361-887-1600. Make sure you mention Masonic Grand Lodge Warden's Retreat. Room with 2 double beds is $121/night.. $2 more than last year. And if you sign up as a Omni Select member (free), you get free WIFI & drinks delivered in the morning. Parking is $10 with in/out privileges.
  19. relapse98

    3D- Dinner, Drinks & Discussion

    Our first 3D program was great. We had 54 brothers, wives and friends. The talk by Brother Williams was very educational.. without Freemasonry, there would be no Texas or United States. Our next one will be on September 30th.. location and program to be announced later.
  20. relapse98

    lawbook

    Texas electronic version is updated every year. Your secretary can request a new one.
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