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Firefighter of the year. That’s going to leave someone feeling a bit awkward.

No US GL has rules on how to wear a ring, as previously indicated. There are rules and firmly enforced customs as to who may wear symbol, but not how.

Your feelings are unnecessary, young brother. Very few of us are without some type of limitation. Perhaps remember the story of the widow’s mite?

There is absolutely no “proper“ way. There are rationalizations for every imaginable manner in which it may be worn, some of which involve illogical if not magical thinking. There are regional customs. But there is simply no mandated way to wear it. Best to observe and ask about customs...

My chapter is right at 5,000 miles from our US home, and an eight hour drive from our UK home.

Correct instinct to ask. On most such issues, you would check with your grand lodge, as there is no common rule. I might also note that while MD is AF&AM and that can distinguish your GL from PHA in MD, it wouldn’t be of use everywhere.

For many years, the Knight York Cross of Honour Medical Research Foundation has supported the cancer research conducted in affiliation with Dartmouth University, including the Norris Cotton Cancer Center. We will continue you to do so this year, in a virtual session on June 27 at 9:00 am ET...

On this and your AASR question, I would refer you to Freemasonry for Dummies and Idiots Guide to Freemasonry. both excellent books. I know both authors who are 33 and intelligent.

Indeed, it does. As the Utah attorney for the Orient and the Foundation, my first familiariization with the statutes came from the possible prosecution of a PGM, 33, Past Int’l President of Demolay. luckily, I only testified at his Masonic trial, wherein he was suspended, leading to loss of...

I‘m not better. Just better looking. Simply asking to achieve the 33 isn’t an impediment. It is offered for public contributions.

Let me suggest then that you start with two books, Freemasonry for Dummies and Idiots Guide to Freemasonry. Those recommendations are not meant disrespectfully. I know both authors and they are worthwhile to give you a basic understanding of the fraternity.

You may or may not be accepted into a lodge. Your comment about killing yourself convinces me you are not mature.

You are in the same jurisdiction?

Could it not be for both, or for obtaining knowledge leading to wisdom?

I feel the cold in my bones.

You would need to contact your lodge secretary. If you don’t remember your lodge information, contact the grand lodge.

But the Templars aren’t relevant to freemasonry.

Donate to relief groups. Amateurs need not apply.

I would divide the issue. As to the catechism, that has never been a thing outside North America.

I shouldn’t think we are in a position to advise you on whether you should travel to the Ukraine.