First Impressions in Freemasonry
As Freemasons, we must always remember the adage, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression,” particularly when a newly petitioned candidate is in our midst.
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04, 2023
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12, 2022
The Masonic Lite Podcast
The Masonic Lite Podcast Brother Brian McHale, Union Lodge No. 291, Scranton It began simply enough, with a request to a few friends for suggestions on how to learn more about Masonry. As a teacher, I knew I would have off this summer, allowing me what I thought might amount to some time to read. Many of my esteemed [...]
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11, 2022
Why Become a Freemason?
Men have various reasons for joining Pennsylvania Masonry. For those who've taken the step, what they've gained through their membership has far exceeded their expectations. As Kurk Misialek, Melita Lodge No. 295, Philadelphia, shares in this video, "I joined because I had some friends who were in the lodge, but I had heard about Freemasonry for years and knew [...]
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09, 2022
Puerto Rico Disaster Relief Appeal – Hurricane Fiona
Once again, the Brethren of the Sovereign Grand Lodge of Puerto Rico face a difficult challenge of rebuilding after Hurricane Fiona passed through the island on Sept. 18, 2022. Hurricane Fiona devastated the island with unprecedented rainfall and high winds. Some of their brothers have lost their homes or received major damage. Many are living in temporary shelters. Grand Master [...]
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02, 2022
Masonic Wreath-Laying at Arlington National Cemetery
by Brother Darrin C. Catts, Good Samaritan Lodge No. 336, Gettysburg; District Deputy Grand Master, 42nd Masonic District. I have had many incredibly memorable experiences since I joined our beloved and gentle craft, but one specific experience will always rank towards the top of my list. On Dec. 18, 2021, I joined the officers and members of Shrewsbury Lodge No. [...]
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12, 2021
Kentucky Disaster Relief Appeal
As you are aware, multiple tornadoes ripped through the State of Kentucky, destroying everything in their path. These tornadoes may go down as the worst in history. It has been suggested that one tornado was on the ground for 220 miles. Several Lodges have suffered catastrophic damage and others have varying degrees of damage. There are several Brethren in these [...]
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09, 2021
Waymart Lodge’s Unique Placement
by Brother William J. Vargas, PM, Waymart Lodge No. 542 and Kingsbury Lodge No. 466, Olyphant Waymart Lodge No. 542 is located in the borough of Waymart, Pennsylvania, and situated in the central west section of Wayne County, the furthest northeastern county in Pennsylvania. Waymart Lodge was established in 1876. It suffered two devastating fires, which destroyed all contents of [...]
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09, 2021
Louisiana Disaster Relief Appeal – Hurricane Ida
As you are aware, Hurricane Ida hit the State of Louisiana as a Category 4 storm with such unprecedented power and strength that some areas of the southeast parts of the state are still unreachable. Several Masonic lodges have suffered catastrophic damage and have varying degrees of damage. They are unable to reach some of the Brethren in these areas [...]
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07, 2021
Raffling for Repairs
On Jan. 30, 2021, during what was already a difficult year for businesses in downtown Butler, a fire affected four local businesses including Reclamation Brewing Company, a family-owned brewpub. A dozen local fire companies helped put out the blaze. As the proprietor of Don Paul Jewelers, a family-run jewelry store, Brother Don Paul, 33°, Argyle Lodge No. 540, Chicora, understood [...]
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02, 2021
Art Contest: “Embodying Masonic Values”
The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania is sponsoring an art contest for amateur or professional artists, 18 and older, to submit original entries displaying a visual interpretation of Masonic Values pertaining to Freemasonry in Pennsylvania. Categories include oil, three-dimensional, drawing and print-making, water-based medium and digital imagery.