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Re: What would you like to see changed in the Maso There is a lot of speculation about the cause and effects of the membership decline and how to fix it. The most obvious being the generation gap (few Baby Boomer Masons) and the fact that Masonry has so much more to compete with these days. 1...

I heard the gunman on the grassy knoll was a Freemason. No wait, I read it in a book once. Sent From My Freemasonry Mobile App

I petitioned during Lodge dark months (August/Sept) so it was nearly 2 months before my petition was even looked at. The IC finally met with me and there was a Q&A, but its not like it was the Spanish Inquisition. Mostly a get to know you thing and the typical questions already mentioned above...

There is a notable difference between "trying" and "identifying". At least in my jurisdiction, the means for being tried is specifically laid out, and must be done in a lawful Lodge of Brothers of the same or higher degree. Lodge here of course meaning gathering, and not the building itself...

That's my point, though. Even this forum often has issues distinguishing what is secret vs. what is earned. Who is to say what is considered secret when there is rarely anything the same across jurisdictions? Also, he said only a MM would understand his tattoos. That leads me to believe the...

I have tattoos as well, but nothing Masonic. Wouldn't it be a violation of your obligation by having something like this? Sent From My Freemasonry Mobile App

"CBS Sunday Morning to air segment on Freemasonry" http://feedly.com/k/1cdtZHJ Sent From My Freemasonry Mobile App

Re: Taking the next step. Fellowcraft Degree toni I received my FC degree this evening...it was very nicely done. Can't seem to change my avatar from this app though. Sent From My Freemasonry Mobile App

1. What would happen if you died today? If you believe that you have a Spirit, where would it go? I am a Christian. I believe in Heaven and the afterlife. Like most, I often speculate on what it's like "up there". I suppose I believe in some cliche things, like St. Peter meeting me at the Pearly...

This one is my favorite. Because being a Freemason is hereditary? It's in his blood! Must be that Merovingian bloodline thing from The DaVinci Code

Ever check out the #Freemason hash tag on Twitter? I wouldn't say Twitter is "blowing up" with Freemason comments, but it's very popular. I will remove the links, but here are some recent comments. Most of them are Illuminati-related: These days, it must be hip to be part of the New World...

Personally, I don't see what all the hubbub is about. It's supposed to be your apron that symbolically carries your working tools for your journey. It stands to reason that it should be personal and customized to your individual tastes. I understand the need for some uniformity, such as size...

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Re: Why is it so hard to get Masons to join the Co There's no need for that. The Levant Preceptory is merely an informal club attached to their Commandery. No additional charter, no need to purchase the required garb, no additional membership fees, no business meetings. What they've done can...

Every forum has it's own climate, largely dictated by those who moderate it. I have been a moderator on a number of forums myself over the years, and am well aware of the difficulties faced, both in the public forums and behind closed doors. I'm well aware of the duties and responsibilities of...

So in matters of jurisdictional differences, the prevailing rule of law on these forums is the Texas interpretation?

I think there is definitely something to be said about older members passing away, but that's not the root of the problem. Membership was on the uptake through 1959, which speaks a lot to the social revolution of the 60's. The Baby Boomers just didn't follow in dad's footsteps, and that includes...

Well, I know they're keeping some of it, they've already been put up around the Lodge. One was a rather impressive tapestry with George Washington on it, which I'd like to study more myself. Some plaques, gavels, other regalia, signage, and seating has been kept. I don't know who's deciding what...

Wow, that's very nice! I did speak to the WM and a few members about our G. It's an issue that's been brought up in the past, but it's just one of those things that gets filed away and was never acted upon. No one seems to remember where ours even came from. Another Lodge merged with us...

con·scrip·tion [kuhn-skrip-shuhn] noun 1.a compulsory enrollment of persons for military or naval service; draft. 2.a compulsory contribution of money to a government during a time of war.