Brethern: As we begin to emerge from the winter, which this year was particularly rough, we see the signs of spring and the renewal of the earth and its bounty. Sometimes during the dreary winter it is difficult to get yourself motivated. Motivation implies movement. It means the differences in getting up and doing something …
Category Archive: Eastern Light
Mar 01
Words from the East – March 2011
Brethern: This is a month where we will hopefully be coming out of the doldrums of winter to see signs of spring and life’s renewal. Coincidentally this month we will also have a class of Candidates for the Entered Apprentice Degree. I hope that all, especially those who have not been to lodge in a …
Jan 01
Words from the East – January 2011
From the East Brethern: January is a month of reflection and renewal. Many of us are recovering from the holidays and preparing for the upcoming year. Some of us are looking for-ward to an improvement in the economy, or a successful business year, or a new job opportunity. Others of us are searching for a …
Dec 01
Words from the East – December 2010
Greetings Brethren, As I sit down to write my last message as Worshipful Master, I am truly humbled by the experience. Reflecting upon the honor which was bestowed upon me, and the things that we as a lodge have accomplished, they will be among the most cherished memories of my life. I’ve seen men working …
Nov 01
Words from the East – November 2010
Greetings Brethren, It is hard for me to believe that another month has passed by so quickly. In November, we will celebrate two major holidays, Thanksgiving and Veterans Day. Masonically, they are both important for somewhat similar reasons. Thanksgiving is a time to be with your friends, family, and brethren to reflect upon what you are thankful for, and to appreciate life …
Oct 01
Words from the East – October 2010
Greetings Brethren, The following may appear as a joke at first, but think about it. Start with a cage containing five monkeys. Inside the cage, hang a banana on a string and place a set of stairs under it. Before long, a monkey will go to the stairs and start to climb towards the banana. …
Sep 01
Words from the East – September 2010
Greetings Brethren, As the very busy summer months come to a close, we must prepare ourselves as Masons for the work ahead. This summer was a great time for me to reflect upon the first half of the Masonic year, the lessons I’ve learned as Worshipful Master, and of course the areas in which I hope to …