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I do agree with your opening post. I believe that Christ was saying be tolerant. "Love thy neighbor as thyself" has no exceptions written in.

I really wish I could be there for that. I was planning on making the trip and spending my wedding anniversary down there, but alas plans have changed and yet again this year I will not be able to make it. Like I said last year I will be there next year.

My personal take on the Hall quote is that he believes that we, as Masons, must embrace the other religions. I don't think that he meant that we should follow them, just be tolerant of them. I follow Christ end of story. I don't follow Allah or any other religion's deity. I can make that choice...

Greetings from Oklahoma and welcome to the forums!

Welcome to the forums!

Indeed you will find out soon enough. It will take some time before initiation so if it seems like it is taking forever don't sweat it. From the time the petition is turned in to actually being initiated will be around a month. Worry not because once it starts it will go fast.

That is quite the collection of stuff. I wish my wife would let me spend the cash on things like that. Another fine example of history being sold for money without regard to what it is.

Good luck as you start your journey. One thing people always seem to fear is just showing up to introduce yourself. I had the same apprehensions when I petitioned my lodge. I guess it is normal human behavior when you start or dive into unfamiliar territory. Keep us informed on your progress. We...

Welcome to the forums! We look forward to hearing about your night and journey.

Welcome to the forums!

Graham Chapman

Good luck to you Brother. It is a long road but you will do just fine I am sure.

Will definitely keep them in my prayers Brother.

Congrats Brother!

Best of luck to you and if you have questions that pop up from time to time feel free to ask them here. There are a great number of very smart guys on here that will be able to answer just about any question you may have. Check out several Lodges near you and find the best fit for yourself. You...

Well, first of all welcome to the forums. Secondly, you have come to a good place to learn about Masonry. You will find a lot of very knowledgeable people here that can help you out including a few from your area. It would not be rude at all to show up before a meeting and introduce yourself...

Welcome to the forums and I wish you luck in starting your journey. I am sure you will enjoy the trip immensely.

Welcome Brother!

I could certainly have been. Too much of this stuff going on to keep straight.