Category Archives: Membership

COVID-19 vs Masons

Posted on April 2, 2020 by ambryant

When the coronavirus, known as Covid-19, hit the newswires in January, my first impression was that it was a distraction and much exaggerated. However, as it spread to the United States it became obvious that this was a pandemic of … Continue reading →

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The Interviewing Committee

Posted on April 8, 2015 by ambryant

Suggestions for Interviewing Candidates AKA Investigating Committee 1 . First and foremost, take the responsibility seriously and be thoroughly prepared to represent Freemasonry and its tenets. Business dress is recommended. Remember that you are representing the Craft. Make the appointment … Continue reading →

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Royal Arch Chapter Renewal

Posted on April 7, 2015 by ambryant

  This article by M:. E:. Jeffrey Williamson. Grand High Priest in State of NY, Royal Arch Masons 2010. The Five Stages of a Chapter’s Existence   Dysfunctional – Doesn’t/can’t communicate with its membership – Doesn’t/can’t communicate with Grand Chapter – even … Continue reading →

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Membership Retention

Posted on November 7, 2012 by ambryant

The young men seeking admission and being accepted into our lodges today are not joining the Craft simply to discover the ‘quaint and curious stuff’ – passwords, odd gestures, or peculiar handshakes. They seek, expect, and deserve more – much … Continue reading →

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Some Words to Newly Made Masons

Posted on November 7, 2012 by ambryant

Some Words to Newly Made Masons Posted on November 7, 2012 by Anthony Mongelli, Jr. As mentioned in a previous post (http://www.theblazingstart.blogspot.com/2012/09/i-am-happy-to-report-that-i-on-friday.html), the Masonic District of which I am a part raised a large number of Masons last year, and it seems likely … Continue reading →

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I’m The Guy

Posted on October 21, 2010 by ambryant

I’m the guy who asked to join your organization. I’m the guy who paid his dues to join. I’m the guy who stood up in front of all of you and promised to be faithful and loyal. I’m the guy … Continue reading →

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What Makes A Mason?

Posted on September 29, 2010 by ambryant

What makes you a Mason, O brother of mine? It isn’t the due-guard, nor is it the sign, It isn’t the jewel which hangs on your breast, It isn’t the apron in which you are dressed, It isn’t the step, … Continue reading →

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An Explanation of The Allied Masonic Degrees

Posted on September 28, 2010 by ambryant

The Allied Masonic Degrees are detached degrees some of which, many years ago, were conferred under Craft warrants and formed part of the then loosely governed Freemasonry of the period. Many of these detached degrees became dormant in some places; … Continue reading →

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Is Homosexuality Compatible With Freemasonry?

Posted on August 15, 2010 by ambryant

In this article, the author does not attempt to take a position on one side or the other, but rather to present the facts as they currently exist.  Your comments will add to the discussion of this important issue. Same … Continue reading →

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