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  1. detroit2jim

    5 Masonic books you can't live without

    I have to say my favorite is "Mystic Tie" by Mackey. If you are unfamiliar with it, it's a great read and with strengthen your view on the Craft in the mid 19th century that can be applied today. A must rescue from my burning shelf. Jim Detroit Lodge No. 2 F&AM
  2. detroit2jim

    I am a new mm

    My favorite is Mystic Tie by Albert Mackey. I have a first addition from 1838 that I look to fondly. You can find it on Google Play and other past copyright books. Jim Detroit Lodge No. 2 F&AM
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    How to make sure your lodge is legit?

    Contact the grand lodge in your area, you should be able to find their contact info on line. The brother is correct, we don't recruit, ever. Good luck. Stay away for clandestine. Detroit Lodge No. 2 F&AM
  4. detroit2jim

    Memorization tips

    Ok, I'm wrong. Don't record it. I would ask you to ponder the differences between audio books and printed. I don't care to debate it here and will subdue my passions in the interest of harmony. Detroit Lodge No. 2 F&AM
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    Memorization tips

    According to the obligation, it's not legal anywhere, but neither is printing it in a ritual book or study guide or DVDs of the lecture, (which I detest). It's simply a memorization technique that can be destroyed once its served its propose. Today's Mason (in my humble opinion) is younger...
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    Memorization tips

    All good techniques. For the very long arts and parts, some, including myself, have recorded them on a password protected device like a phone. You can then listen while driving and so on. You still have to say them out loud to bring it all home. Detroit Lodge No. 2 F&AM
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    Brother James G. Lindsay

    The GAOTU's comfort to you and yours as our Brother is called to refreshment. So mote it be. Freemason Connect Mobile
  8. detroit2jim

    Wife in Hospital

    My son had this at 18... Almost unheard of at that age. 40s are young for it too. I too will pray for you both. Be strong brother, my son is fine now and god willing so will your wife. So mote is be. Jim Merrill | Membership Director | Detroit Lodge No. 2 F&AM | 500 Temple Ave. Detroit, MI...
  9. detroit2jim

    New to forum

    Hello all WBs, Brothers, candidates, and the curious, I too joined the forum today while searching the AppStore periodically for Masonic apps. This one seems pretty cool, and you all very warm. I'd like to say hello and a firm grip to all from Detroit Lodge No. 2... The big bad Duce as we...
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    Have you worn your white leather apron?

    I wore mine for the three degrees but that's it. Most Brothers don't seem to pull it out until called to refreshment. Jim Merrill | Membership Director | Detroit Lodge No. 2 F&AM | 500 Temple Ave. Detroit, MI. 48201 | www.detroitno2.com Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark...
  11. detroit2jim

    Newly Accepted EA

    Congratulations! My advice would be to not look up the rituals before you do your degrees. Let the transformation from Profane to Light unfold before you and enjoy. These days and degrees are for you. Pay attention to the lectures and go back over them once complete... They are ancient, and full...
  12. detroit2jim

    I'm super excited...

    Yes, congratulations. To be moved from the ranks of the profane to Light is an exciting day. Do yourself a favor and don't look up the rituals, let them come to you as the experience unfolds. The 19th is your day, enjoy it and bask in the Light. Jim Merrill | Membership Director | Detroit...
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