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Isn't that the purpose of having the GAOT? To be the generic representative of that higher power, whatever/whoever it may be? What book would a Wiccan take the oath on? Wicca is very decentralized, and doesn't have such things to my knowledge. Sent From My Freemasonry Pro App

I disagree. Wicca does not have a central figure. The obligation, at least in my interpretation of it, requires a belief in some kind of supreme being. Wiccans do not typically follow a hierarchy of deities or have one single higher power.

And that was the only point I was making here. The ring issue comes up quite a bit, and most of the stigma surrounding it really boils down to "this is how we've always done it." My jurisdiction (and most of Ohio for that matter) is the same as yours. Its a tradition, but there is no bylaw...

Agreed. Asking questions is rarely a bad thing. This is a discussion forum, and if everyone shared the same opinion, it would be a pretty dull place. This is an important topic because it highlights the differences in jurisdictions and separates what is perception vs reality.

Again, you're missing the point. Show me in the bylaws that says the ring is a mark of achievement. You can't, because it doesn't exist. It isn't about priveledge or entitlement. That ring is the mark of a Master Mason because the guys at your Lodge said so. Not because Freemasonry says so...

I'm arguing that it's the other way around. It's you who are missing the point...it's just a ring. Many jurisdictions do not have an actual hard and fast rule about the ring, it's mostly just implied by the rank and file. That's just a fact. Additionally, the emblem on a lot of rings is not 3...

That's all fine and dandy. But at the end of the day, it has no real significance. It's all pomp and circumstance, and nothing more. If wearing the ring had any REAL implications, the rules would be the same across the board. I'm all for tradition, but the idea that wearing a piece of jewelry is...

At least Australia gets it right. It's absurd to me that in most US jurisdictions, we're not allowed to wear the bling until raised as a MM.

Should've told her you were scouting for sacrificial virgins, and invited her to a meeting. Good ice breaker, there. :) Sent From My Freemasonry Pro App

As the newest member of my Lodge (currently FC), it's very easy to tell already who the doers are. The ones who serve in chairs year after year...the ones who help organize the pancake breakfasts...the few who seem eager and willing to help me advance. We have around 200 members because we...

I think most who expect the Lodge to provide their entire Masonic experience are going to end up disappointed. Sent From My Freemasonry Pro App

Re: Should Grand Lodges mandate that all subordina Easy, yes. Practical, no. I've developed sites for a number of years, and there has been a major shift towards local search results...especially with mobile search outpacing desktop now. If someone is searching for Freemasonry, we want them to...

o/ A fellow photog...hola! Sent From My Freemasonry Pro App

I'd be curious to learn when the Fraternity went from being invitation only to the "don't ask, don't tell" policy of today. We know for a historical fact that several prominent Masons were invited. Washington and Franklin for example. Seems to me that invitations aren't really outlawed per se...

Re: What would you like to see changed in the Maso No, not really. Whole books have been published divulging the "secrets" of Freemasonry for hundreds of years. Sent From My Freemasonry Mobile App

Re: What would you like to see changed in the Maso You have repeatedly pushed your own agenda in this thread as well, Bro Darren, and armed with no more facts than anyone else. Sent From My Freemasonry Mobile App

Great idea! Those are very popular. Any kind of run/walk will draw some people. Those night runs with glow in the dark paint are fun too. Sent From My Freemasonry Mobile App

Re: What would you like to see changed in the Maso Agreed 100%. Men have always had outside competition for their leisure time and there are still 24 hours in a day. Those are the two constants over the last 50 years since the membership peak and today. So what has changed and how can Masonry...

Re: What would you like to see changed in the Maso Technology would go a long way towards "fixing" a lot of issues that currently plague local Lodges and improve communication with their respective Grand Lodges. Its pointless to list them all, because if you're unable to see it @ the 10,000ft...

Re: What would you like to see changed in the Maso No one is advocating for changing core values. Offering online dues payments, meeting minutes, a blog, website, and updated phone and email contact lists are things any Lodge can benefit from. Here in Ohio at least, every Lodge must maintain a...