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    What do you tell the Anti Freemason?

    I have researched Anti-Masonry for two decades. I have attended anti-Masonic conventions in St. Louis and Atlanta. I have written an article for the Scottish Rite Journal, on what I observed at the conventions. These people are convinced that Masonry: Is a Cult. Prays to the Devil (Satan)...
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    A Masonic "Bill of Rights". Is it needed? Is it possible?

    The Grand Master of Masons in Arkansas, has forbidden any Arkansas Mason, from purchasing the official state Freemason vehicle license plate. Here is the plate: CLICK HERE -> AR Arkansas dmv department of motor vehicles Reason: The plate was designed by the MW Prince Hall Grand...
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    A Masonic "Bill of Rights". Is it needed? Is it possible?

    I just want to say, that I am not "picking on", any one individual nor any Grand Lodge. I am firmly convinced, that the wide majority of men, who are in positions of Masonic leadership, are men of integrity. I believe that all Masons should take their obligations seriously, and most especially...
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    Am I too late,or is it never two late.

    Don't see a problem at all. Career and family committments come first, before the fraternity. As long as you do not have any dues in arrears, you will be able to pick up where you left off. We are glad to have you with us.
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    A Masonic "Bill of Rights". Is it needed? Is it possible?

    Read this article: A Case For Decentralizing American Mainstream Tribal Freemasonry | FmI - Masonic Traveler
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    1st section

    I suggest that you find out if a nearby lodge is holding an EA. Then go as a visitor, and observe from the "other side". It will help you understand the experience.
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    Who owns your Lodge's real estate and other property, really?

    The lodge building where my (KY) lodge meets, is not owned by the lodge. The real estate, is owned by the "Masonic Temple Association", a non-profit stand-alone organization, which is NOT part of the Grand Lodge of KY. The craft lodge owns a percentage of the association, and the York Rite...
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    Fresh Ideas For Raising Funds

    I just want to say, that I am delighted with your activities. Fund-raisers are great, and I support them 100%. Keep in mind, that beyond the obvious cash benefits, fund-raisers get Masonry, out into the "public eye", and your lodge, garners many non-cash benefits. I always liked the...
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    What would you like to see changed in Masonry?

    I would like for Masonry, to embrace the internet, and utilize the potential of this technology. My home lodge, does not even have an internet page. They are not convinced that one is necessary. My friend, Tim Bryce, wrote this article some years ago, and he has reposted it. I encourage all...
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    A Masonic "Bill of Rights". Is it needed? Is it possible?

    Here is a case, of a Mason, having his rights trampled by a Grand Lodge (NJ): www.freemasoninformation.com/2010/09/mike-mccabe-versus-the-grand-lodge-of-new-jersey-part-2 Read this story, and pay particular attention to this fact: quote: The Grand Lodge’s attorney responded that...
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    A Masonic "Bill of Rights". Is it needed? Is it possible?

    Brother Tim Bryce has graciously consented to let me post his proposal. See : Masonic Traveler: A Masonic Bill of Rights www.masonictraveler.blogspot.com/2008/07/masonic-bill-of-rights.html
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    Drill sergeants

    I once did a contract in Africa. My supervisor was a former Marine Corps drill instructor, Camp Pendleton. He was the finest man I ever met, I considered it a privilege to work for him. If he told me to walk barefoot on hot coals, I would have done it! I am certain, that his experience as a DI...
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    Afghanistan

    Here is how to do it simply: The GL of Tex can authorize a "traveling Military Lodge". A fixed lodge in Texas will serve as "sponsor". The Grand Lodge finds a man already in Afghanistan to serve as coordinator. Send the charter to the man, and enough Masonic regalia, to equip the officers...
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    What would you like to see changed in Masonry?

    quote: I would like Masons that have barely ever set foot into a real lodge, to start by doing that, before trying to change the world or stir up stuff. end quote. I work 7pm to 7 am 7 days a week in Afghanistan, on a project that saves the lives of our troops. I analyze the circuits in the...
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    Under who's juridiction?

    Here is a scenario. A man belongs to a lodge in Kentucky (KY does not yet recognize Prince Hall). He also belongs to a lodge in New York. (NY has full fraternal relations with Prince Hall Masonry.). He is stationed in Iraq. No USA Grand Lodge (except Prince Hall) is interested in chartering any...
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    Looking forward to the start of a wonderful journey.

    I was privileged to visit a couple of lodges in the Cape Canaveral area. Also, in 2009, I visited lodges in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area. Florida does masonry right! I wish you every possible success! Please see if you can determine if Florida has Masonic vehicle license plates. The DMV was in...
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    A Masonic "Bill of Rights". Is it needed? Is it possible?

    James Madison (4th President, not a Freemason) said "If all men were angels, there would be no need for government". Over the past several years, there have been some incidents, where individual Masons have been treated unfairly, and unmasonically, by various Grand Lodge officers. The recent...
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    A Masonic "Bill of Rights". Is it needed? Is it possible?

    There have been some sad developments over the past years, where individual Masons have been treated unfairly, and unmasonically, by persons in positions of Masonic Authority. I am firmly convinced, that most of our Grand Line officers, and individual lodge officers, are men of integrity...
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    A discussion of informal Masonic organizations. Keep it civil!

    -bump- I lived in New Hampshire, in 1982. I participated in the Square and Compasses Club, at Washington NH. The lodge closed down all summer, so this was a terrific way to mave Masonic fellowship, during the vacation months.
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    Afghanistan

    The Canadian lodge here, is unlike a "bricks and mortar" lodge. The charter is held by a regular, fixed lodge back in Ontario, Canada. The Ontario lodge, has given permission for Canadian Masons to operate a working lodge, sort of as a "sidecar" to the home lodge. The officers serve on a...
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