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Elk's Lodges are not affiliated with Masonic Lodges at all.
The Elk's Lodges were formed in New York by some former Masons.
The Elk's is often referred to as "the Mason's Party Lodge." The reason being is because you will find that many Masons are also members of the Elk's Lodge.
Here's a...
Well.... I thought I had read that. But, one of our PDDGM's said that it would be ok to open a MM then call down to an EA so the EA could hear the GM's message. I didn't feel like doing it because it would have slowed the meeting down AND, I've not called down from a MM before.....
I will open an EA of FC lodge if there is one present. The only time I refused to is when I had my official DDGM visit.
I'm not 100% on calling down and then back up. The only reason I didn't that night is because we had so many visitors and several DDGM's (past and present). I wanted to do...
Well, I have 4 under my belt...... 1st - PUBLICITY PUBLICITY PUBLICITY - if the people don't know about it then it will not do well. We always advertise it as an "all you can eat" breakfast.
2nd - make sure you are going to have adequate HELP and supplies.
3rd - Go around to your local...
Well, if that is truly the case it's a shame. I am personal friends with a few Prince Hall Masons and they are fine upstanding citizens. The Grand Lodge of Texas should not turn their backs on these Masons. After all, I'm sure that they took an Obligation that is very similar to ours.
I agree with you to a point. I have several friends that are Prince Hall Masons. Even though we can't discuss Lodge business or the esoteric work with each other.... They are STILL and always be Masons.
I agree. I was shocked when I went to Grand Lodge to see the sea of grey hair in the auditorium. We must get younger members involved otherwise we are going to be in some seriously bad shape in a few years.
Seems like Grand Lodge has a great big can of open worms on their hands with this one.....:confused:
We have received communication from the Jurisprudence Committee on the Grand Master's Recommendation adopted at the 2008 Grand Lodge concerning Article 276A as well as input from the Grand...
Guys,
I want to thank you ALL for your thought & prayers.
As I'm sure as many of you have noticed it's been a while since I've been online.
Well, I'm happy to report that starting right now that won't be the case anymore. It's been a daunting task with both of my parents being sick...