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when it comes to degree work, I think there should be some sort of formality. When bringing an EA to light, the first thing he sees shouldn't be the conferrer in a spongebob t-shirt
The one I love that I always get is: "but you aren't a 32 degree mason, that's where the puppet masters are" me: all it would take for me to be a 32 degree mason is paying the dues and spending a weekend observing the rites, then voila I'm a 32 degree mason" them: "they just let you think you...
I think it should be 21. Granted, there are the occasional 18 yr olds who have the maturity for the fraternity (we have one in our lodge, we just passed him the week before thanksgiving, and his father is an officer) but in general, they are a rarity. There needs to be some maturity to...
Greetings brethren,
After being a member for a couple of months, I finally got around to introducing myself. My name is Shane and I am a member of Azle #601. I was raised 3-13-2008. I have earned an A certificate this month (My usual vocation is that of being a lawyer, which certainly...
I haven't met with any disrespect from the older brethren; but then I am very lucky to be in a great lodge which harps on the ritualistic work. I was raised on March 13th, and in May, at RW Henley's exam I earned a B certificate, just barely missing out on an A certificate (I flubbed the last 2...
I agree wholeheartedly, even when I was an EA, I made it to the lodge every thursday for the meal. I have missed the last 2 stated meetings because of prior engagements, but it kills me to do so. I get cranky when I'm not able to get to the lodge to see the brothers. My fiancee goes with me...
you have to remember, GL laws are written by lawyers who tend to use 6 words when only 3 will suffice, and 4 sentences when 2 will be enough... I'm a lawyer and its pretty easy for me to read the lawbook, so guess who the master, wardens and secretary come to when they need something...