Staircase

The lack of requirement to advance in Masonry has led to a lack of education within Lodges.

What can be done to fix this?

 

Aftermath

The aftermath is a place no one feels comfortable to come anymore.

What is a better way to resolve Lodge finances?

Financial Discussions

Unfortunately, financial discussions can be just as heated as discussions regarding religion or politics.

Plumb

Being tethered to a point, the weight of the plumb uses only gravity to create a perfect vertical across the horizontal ground.

Interesting...  What say you?

Ask Help

Don't wait for someone to ask for help...

Seek out the needy to provide help.

Freemasonry is Important

"Gentlemen, I believe it to be important that we bring Freemasonry to America."

"But George, this is a time of war with the British!"

"But Freemasonry is Important!"

"Why is it so important?"

"Oh, you know... paying bills, reading minutes, and stuff..."

Jesus Cleansing the Temple

During the "Cleansing of the Temple," Jesus chased away the "money changers."

Because he knew that a "Temple" was a sacred space, and money discussions and exchanges had no place there.

Why then, do we have Stated Business Meetings, when finances can be take care of outside the sacred space of the Temple?

- Matthew 21:12-17

- Mark 11:15-19

- Luke 19:45-48

- John 2:13-16

Ritual Sarcasm

"Okay, we will need you to memorize these rituals."

"Why?"

"So you can help us with bills and finances."

Sarcasm

My favorite part of the Masonic Ritual is the part that mentions Lodge Finances.

Secrets

All of the secrets of Masonry are hidden behind lack of effort.

Effort

A common misconception about effort, is that you have to do it all alone.

Others who are watching your efforts are more likely to help when they can see your struggle is not due to complacency.

The greatest rewards in life are found after putting in some effort.