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  1. Mike Mendelson

    Outpouring of Sympathy and Support for Grand Lodge of Israel

    To all interested: The Grand Lodge of New York is sponsoring a charitable appeal to support our Brothers in Israel. More information can be found here: http://themagpiemason.blogspot.com/2023/10/grand-lodge-appeal-for-israel.html
  2. Mike Mendelson

    Attention Maryland and Nearby Golfers! - Charity Tournament

    Our Lodge's charity foundation is hosting our annual golf tournament at Oakmont Green Golf Course in Hampstead, Maryland on June 9! All are welcome. More information here: https://ionicgolf.golfgenius.com/register/.
  3. Mike Mendelson

    Hello from Texas

    Welcome, Brother, and welcome back!
  4. Mike Mendelson

    After 29 years of being Mason in-name-only, I am publicly dropping the bomb

    Good for you, brother! Unless you bring a lantern with you on your journey, you'll never find the light, no matter how small. (Or something like that.) Maybe see if the Masonic Home near you needs help or volunteers? My lodge is sponsoring a bingo night next month at our Masonic Home...
  5. Mike Mendelson

    After 29 years of being Mason in-name-only, I am publicly dropping the bomb

    Brother, the way I see it, you have two choices. Resign and find a different path or get involved in your lodge and be the Masonic light consistent with your obligation. You say you've been a Mason in name only for 29 years. It's up to you whether you want to be more than that in our...
  6. Mike Mendelson

    What are your opinion on the widow sons club ?

    All I know is that here in Maryland, they are a kind and courteous bunch who do fund-raising charity rides. When my elderly folks visited in June, there was a charity ride that stopped by our lodge and they loved my dad! Even let him sit on one of their (three wheeled) bikes. We have a few...
  7. Mike Mendelson

    "Encouraging" a potential brother

    Thanks! I certainly don't hide my membership. It's on the back of my car, and on my baseball cap for starters!
  8. Mike Mendelson

    "Encouraging" a potential brother

    Starting to get waaaaay off topic, my Brothers. :)
  9. Mike Mendelson

    "Encouraging" a potential brother

    Thank you, Brother. Excellent advice (and thanks to all). Makes me think of the night I was raised when a more senior and experienced brother told me that I've done the easy part now. The hard part is living it. Wise words.
  10. Mike Mendelson

    Maine Masons

    I am a Master Mason under the Grand Lodge of Maryland. I have made the request through my lodge secretary, who was supposed to make the request through my Grand Lodge, to the Maine Grand Lodge. I was told this was the proper way. Nothing for two years. I can try contacting Rabboni Lodge...
  11. Mike Mendelson

    Maine Masons

    Hello to my Mainiac Brothers! My grandfather and great grandfather were masons in Lewiston (Rabboni Lodge). I've been trying for two years to find out about their masonic history but so far, "official channels" haven't gotten anything done. My dad, who is not a mason, but very happy I joined...
  12. Mike Mendelson

    "Encouraging" a potential brother

    Thanks for the ideas!
  13. Mike Mendelson

    "Encouraging" a potential brother

    Brothers, With the understanding, at least in the US, that we do not "recruit" and being mindful of the slogan "To be one, ask one," what advice do you have on encouraging an upright man of good character to learn more and develop an interest in our brotherhood? Best regards, Mike
  14. Mike Mendelson

    Lodge Charity Website Up and Running

    Good evening Brothers! I wish you all a good start to your week. Just spreading the word that the charitable foundation for our lodge (Ionic #145, Reisterstown, Maryland, USA) is up and running. We support local schools, community crisis centers, and sponsor limited college scholarships to...
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