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“We oughtta” is a phrase I sure wish I’d received a nickel for each time I’ve heard it. Men are often overflowing with ideas only to be exposed as empty on execution. Thomas Jefferson is credited with saying, “Having a vision for what you want is not enough. Vision without execution is hallucination.” Each of

One observation I’ve made during my short time in Freemasonry is that each Lodge takes on the character of the sum of its participants. More participants inarguably make for a richer experience for those assembled at our meetings.        Many choose not to advance beyond the threshold of Freemasonry. Some choose not to complete

I am very pleased to invite you to attend Lodge this month (heck, every month!), as we honor our 50-year, 60-year and 70-year members. To help us accomplish this task, we will also welcome our District Deputy Grand Master D. Todd Ballenger on his Official Visitation. In addition to the required administrative oversight (partly the purpose

Our Blue Lodge gained its charter on March 5th, 1924. It is my distinct pleasure to announce that in 12 months’ time we will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Freemasonry in Mars. This event will take place in conjunction with our stated meeting. It will include a very special guest appearance from none other than

“It’s your problem now.” This statement, and variations of it, were expressed to me as I assumed the position of Worshipful Master. Certainly, positions of authority come with administrative challenges. I do not consider being elected to serve as Worshipful Master of our venerable institution as anything short of a great privilege. To add my