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GGG

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Hi all, as mentioned before I'm knocking on the door since Januari 2014, I already had a few visits of brethren some time ago and I had some masonic friends speaking for me in the lodge I would like to enter. But everything seems to take a while before I receive any news now.
Obviously i'm excited to start my journey, but I wondered what's a good etiquette here, as my masonic friends (all three of them) have currently personal issues (very sick partner, another friend having a serious disease and a third friend having some issues in general).

Evidently I have to much respect for them to push in any way, but is it common to check, politely, for any progress, taking Januari 2014 into account? pls advice here. (edit: Belgian lodge)
 

coachn

Coach John S. Nagy
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Hi all, as mentioned before I'm knocking on the door since Januari 2014, I already had a few visits of brethren some time ago and I had some masonic friends speaking for me in the lodge I would like to enter. But everything seems to take a while before I receive any news now.
Obviously i'm excited to start my journey, but I wondered what's a good etiquette here, as my masonic friends (all three of them) have currently personal issues (very sick partner, another friend having a serious disease and a third friend having some issues in general).

Evidently I have to much respect for them to push in any way, but is it common to check, politely, for any progress, taking Januari 2014 into account? pls advice here. (edit: Belgian lodge)
Within what Grand Lodge are you making effort to join a lodge?
 

David612

Registered User
If they have a membership assistance scheme it is probably worth perusing that route rather than waiting on your friends as clearly it isn't working.
Check the website of your grand lodge.
 

coachn

Coach John S. Nagy
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GGG

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Dear John,
thanks for this. I indeed did some research on the differences between glrb (regular maçonerie, your link) and glb (irregular maçonerie). Without opening an offtopic discussion about choosing the right path here, I might open a new thread on this matter, my hometown has a tradition within the GLB and my maçonic friends as well. I checked the links as well and I don't think I'm part of a scam. I know the lodge, I met other people from the lodge and I'm already involved into other organisations that originated within that specific lodge.
 

David612

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Dear John,
thanks for this. I indeed did some research on the differences between glrb (regular maçonerie, your link) and glb (irregular maçonerie). Without opening an offtopic discussion about choosing the right path here, I might open a new thread on this matter, my hometown has a tradition within the GLB and my maçonic friends as well. I checked the links as well and I don't think I'm part of a scam. I know the lodge, I met other people from the lodge and I'm already involved into other organisations that originated within that specific lodge.
That being the case it may be worthwhile simply being direct with the lodge and asking what you need to do given your friends personal circumstances currently.
 

coachn

Coach John S. Nagy
Premium Member
Dear John,
thanks for this. I indeed did some research on the differences between glrb (regular maçonerie, your link) and glb (irregular maçonerie). Without opening an offtopic discussion about choosing the right path here, I might open a new thread on this matter, my hometown has a tradition within the GLB and my maçonic friends as well. I checked the links as well and I don't think I'm part of a scam. I know the lodge, I met other people from the lodge and I'm already involved into other organisations that originated within that specific lodge.
You're most welcome.

As long as your eyes are open and you know the path before you.
 

GGG

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An update on my story, following your advice I did contact the lodge directly, almost immediately after this conversation and I recently received note about my name popping up during a recent gathering. My patience is being tested :). To be continued ...
 

Warrior1256

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An update on my story, following your advice I did contact the lodge directly, almost immediately after this conversation and I recently received note about my name popping up during a recent gathering. My patience is being tested :). To be continued ...
Keep us informed of you progress please.
 

GGG

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An exciting update on my story! A few weeks ago two new committees of investigation have been visiting my home, separately. In the meantime I had to write my first text about me and my life (I found this quite challenging). And (...creating tensions with silence) I received word this morning the first ballot was positive. After almost five years of patience, it makes me emotional, in a way.
 
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Warrior1256

Site Benefactor
An exciting update on my story! A few weeks ago two new committees of investigation have been visiting my home, separately. In the meantime I had to write my first text about me and my life (I found this quite challenging). And (...creating tensions with silence) I received word this morning the first ballot was positive. After almost five years of patience, it makes me emotional, in a way.
Great news!
 

Bloke

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An exciting update on my story! A few weeks ago two new committees of investigation have been visiting my home, separately. In the meantime I had to write my first text about me and my life (I found this quite challenging). And (...creating tensions with silence) I received word this morning the first ballot was positive. After almost five years of patience, it makes me emotional, in a way.
Congratulations !!!
 

GGG

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An second update about my journey, just got word the second ballot was positive after writing a second assignment (lots of seconds here). One last uncertain step to take and I'm getting more and more excited/nervous... . In a few weeks, I'm invited to the location where they reside for a blindfolded interrogation.
 

Bloke

Premium Member
An second update about my journey, just got word the second ballot was positive after writing a second assignment (lots of seconds here). One last uncertain step to take and I'm getting more and more excited/nervous... . In a few weeks, I'm invited to the location where they reside for a blindfolded interrogation.
That's a bit over the top.. here we'd go to the pub for a chat, but I've heard that sort of story about Lodges before...

What is the name of the Grand Lodge the lodge works under ?
 

GGG

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It was a bit over the top but... demn, what an experience! I was off-world for more than 3 hours and... the third ballot was favorable! I have been notified a few days ago about the date when and were to receive the first degree. Five years of patience, ... I was/am truly touched.
@Bloke : this is the Grand Lodge Of Belgium.
 
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