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Freemasons in Cornwall Support Neuro Therapy Centre with Generous Donation
The Merlin MS Centre, located at Hewas Water near St Austell, recently received a welcome boost thanks to a charitable donation from the Cornubian Lodge in Hayle. Continuing a tradition of community support, members of the Cornubian Lodge—led by Worshipful…
Intriguing Objects from Freemasons and Odd Fellows on Display at Taft Museum
This is no ordinary art exhibition. It’s peculiar, enigmatic, and utterly captivating. The Taft Museum of Art in Cincinnati currently hosts 80 items that reveal the secretive practices of two historically mysterious organizations: the Freemasons and Odd Fellows. “Mystery &…
Plank Road Station Working to Restore Storm-Damaged Masonic Lodge
TALLADEGA COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) – Recovery efforts continue in Winterboro, Talladega County, after an EF-2 tornado tore through the area, destroying homes and the former high school. Among the damaged structures was the Old Masonic Lodge, which was being utilized…
First Battle For Religious Freedom
by Wallace Ruff 33 degree THE NEW AGE – JULY 1948 My peace of mind was disturbed by seeing on the front page of a prominent daily paper a picture of many robed Catholic priests, followed by a multitude of…
Kieffner: 60 years of Freemasonry about ‘Friendship, morality, and brotherly love’
It’s hard for Eugene Kieffner not to tear up with emotion as he reflects on his 60 years with the Freemasons. “I wouldn’t give it up for the world,” Mr. Kieffner says of his Masonic experience. Mr. Kieffner’s introduction to…
The Role of Legends and Symbols in Masonic Teaching
Freemasonry, a fraternity shrouded in mystery and intrigue, has long captivated scholars and enthusiasts. The organization is distinguished by its unique approach to imparting wisdom and moral principles through legends and symbols. This methodology reveals much about Masonic tradition, as…
Historic return: Traditional Masonic Lodge to re-establish in Spartansburg
A significant milestone in Spartansburg’s history is approaching this summer as Freemasonry prepares to establish its presence once again through Spartansburg Traditional Lodge No. 817. This development marks an important revival after a 50-year absence from the community. The news…
Challenges Of Past Masters
by: Stewart M. L. Pollard We would like lo thank R.W. Bro. Pollard for this extremely important view of the role of Ihe Past Master. Bro. Pollard is the immediate Past Executive Secretary of the MSA. Anyone who has served…
Freemasonry And The Gild System
Chapters of Masonic History By Bro. H.L. HAYWOOD, Editor THEBUILDER PART VII. FREEMASONRY AND THE GILD SYSTEMTHE BUILDER NOVEMBER 1923 1. THE GILD SYSTEM IN GENERAL WHEN the Angles and Saxons settled in ancient England (Britain it was then called)…
