2B1ASK1 should be changed to 2B1ASK5

[etfromstar187]

One does not always know where to turn and will often be pleasantly surprised.<br> Five weeks ago, my Cousin Jim Markwalder and I had an e-mail from the WM of Mt. Akra Lodge #680, F&AM to assist in conferring the Masonic Funeral Service for a 54 year member of Mt Akra Lodge, The WM was on a business trip in Columbus and could not get back to conduct the service, the widow had requested the Masonic Service after the deadline for the newpaper obituary and we had to phone around to find Brethren to assist in the final service to our departed brother. <br> Jim conducted the service, I acted as Chaplain plus reading the Masonic History and a Brother from a third Lodge stoodwith us. Though few in number, we made such an impression on one viewer that he came up to us after the service and asked how he could become a Mason. We had a good discussion with him and learned he lived near Mount Akra Lodge and we mentioned that the Secretary of that Lodge, William Tinker [who was not at the service as he was also temporarily out of town] would be a person to contact. We gave the questioner Brother Tinker's address and he remarked, "I know William Tinker ! I lived across the street from him for several years." <br>
Each Mason makes an impression for our Craft, hopefully leading others 2 ask one to be 1.

 

[Pistol Pete]

That's how I began to research Freemasonry. I met a man that I was very impressed with. I noticed the Masonic ring on his hand and asked him about it. I could tell that he wanted me to ask to join, but I wasn't ready. I didn't know enough about it. I've spent the last couple of years researching it to make sure it's something that I wanted in my life. I've decided that it most certainly is.

 

[cemab4y]

I joined this craft, for one simple reason. Men I respected, were Masons. I am delighted to read this story.

 

[scottmh59]

I joined this craft, for one simple reason. Men I respected, were Masons. I am delighted to read this story.

:8:awesome

 

[Ken K.]

My personal thought is that an alternative to this whole '2B1 ASK1' is to have another similar slogan, "2B1 ASK ME"...

Can anyone think of a problem with something like that?

 

[Pistol Pete]

Thanks for all the advice. I followed it all to a T and still have exactly zero signatures. Thank you all for your time, but I think I'm going to check out the Elks....as long as I don't have to wear a goofy antler hat.

 

[Nate Riley]

Thanks for all the advice. I followed it all to a T and still have exactly zero signatures. Thank you all for your time, but I think I'm going to check out the Elks....as long as I don't have to wear a goofy antler hat.

I know several guys who are Elks and they enjoy it quite a bit. Good luck.

 

[TxManx]

That's how I began to research Freemasonry. I met a man that I was very impressed with. I noticed the Masonic ring on his hand and asked him about it. I could tell that he wanted me to ask to join, but I wasn't ready. I didn't know enough about it. I've spent the last couple of years researching it to make sure it's something that I wanted in my life. I've decided that it most certainly is.

Pete,

I see that later this evening you've already decided to abandon your quest and have decided to investigate becoming an Elk...

I wish you great luck in that endeavor.

God willing, we will always be here if you change your mind.

Ken

 

[TxManx]

I'm starting to get more than a little discouraged. I finally end a 2 year decision making process by picking up a petition for membership. That's when I find out that you need two Masons from that lodge to recommend you and three other Masons as references. I know the grand sum of two Masons (concidentally of that lodge), neither of which will recommend me because they are colleagues and don't know me on a personal basis.

They left you with that sentiment? Wow... I'd be disappointed too.

Your best bet is to find a lodge close to you, send an email to the secretary of the lodge, and express your interest.

Don't be discouraged by the amount of time it takes, as with all great things in life - the journey is considerably more important and rewarding than the destination itself.

Ken

 

[Nate C.]

The Elks are a fine organization! Best wishes.

 

[drapetomaniac]

I always tell new guys to come around and socialize at some of the meals before degrees or introduce yourself before practices.

It's like a job interview suggestion that is often ignored - be sure if you're looking, to interview them as well.

 

[TCShelton]

It's like a job interview suggestion that is often ignored - be sure if you're looking, to interview them as well.

+1.

 

[scottmh59]

+1.

thats the way to do it...!

 

[JTM]

Well, honestly, i don't mean to be an ass or anything, but if you don't have the staying power to get 5 signatures...

 

[Nate Riley]

Well, honestly, i don't mean to be an ass or anything, but if you don't have the staying power to get 5 signatures...

I have the same feeling. BTW, the guy hasn't been back or at least logged in since his last post.

Not wanting to be a jerk, myself, I kind of kept me peace about the fact that two brothers that knew him would not sign. That brings up some suspicion in my book, not an automatic death penalty, but suspicion none the less.