There are those who believe that Freemasonry is not unlike many civic or nonprofit organizations that conduct weekly or monthly meetings for the purpose of carrying out the adopted aims of their group. Those who belong usually come together at … Read More
The Masonic fraternity in Oklahoma is conducting a raffle to give away a new 1/2 ton pickup valued at $65,000 to the lucky winner in a drawing to be held in November. $5 of every ticket sold goes to the … Read More
The Scottish Rite is the most philosophical of all the branches of Freemasonry. It meets the brother immediately following his awakening to the condition of his own life, with all its challenges and victories. It directs him on a new … Read More
The Scottish Rite is the most philosophical of all the branches of Freemasonry. It meets the brother immediately following his awakening to the condition of his own life, with all its challenges and victories. It directs him on a new … Read More
BEYOND THE THRESHOLD In every degree of the Symbolic lodge, we affirm our personal commitment to the search for more Light in Masonry. It is the fundamental object of our Order. As Master Masons, we should be interested in … Read More
Above the porch at the Temple of Apollo at Delphi were inscribed the words; Know Thyself. This is perhaps the oldest and most succinct description known to man of the purpose of Freemasonry. It is said the phrase refers to … Read More
A global review of lodge models clearly shows there are two foundational principles of success in sustaining a long term positive growth in membership. First, we must be committed to the idea that all Masonry is local. Lodges (individual governing … Read More
I spent last evening reading a small book about the Holy Grail. I’ve been fascinated by it ever since I saw a movie about King Arthur when I was a young lad. I was totally enamored by the Knights of … Read More
In my own Masonic experience, I have heard only a few speeches postulating the source of origin of our fraternity. Most Masons I have met seem comfortable with the rather simple but improbable possibility that we evolved from the operative … Read More
Oklahoma State University announced this week that, through a $500,000 gift from the Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma, an endowed faculty chair of $2 million for men’s studies has been established. The gift will create the Masonic Fraternity of Oklahoma … Read More