Masonic Tribune The
A quarterly News and Information Publication of: VOLUME C No.1 - Fall 2018 ISSUE
Grand Lodge of Washington
FREE & ACCEPTED Masons
Our
Grand Lodge Team
2018 - 2019
MWB James H. Kendall
Grand Master
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Grand Lodge of Washington desiring to become a Mason must ask a Mason. To be one, ask With all of this activity and more besides, where are we with
Masonic Tribune one. But what does “Light to those who seek it” mean? Sev- Rule #1? In fact, there is a lot of Rule #1 observance going on
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 3 eral meanings for our purposes attach to the use of the word, out there from somewhat formal to quite informal. A day at the
“light.” Enlightenment. Knowledge. Purity. Awareness. Love. ballpark, Buccaneers gathering to share a meal and maybe
Salvation. Any or all of these may apply and more. I leave it to a bit of grog, picnics, attendance at events, and just getting
you to find that value, that thing, that light that brings strength together and enjoying each other’s company is part of the fun.
and joy into your life. Fun is alive and well and proceeding apace. Get yourself a
slice while you can!
The mundane business of the Masonic Lodge and Grand
Lodge all too frequently can overshadow District meetings are kicking off at the end of September and
“what we came here to do.” A District you will also see Grand Lodge Officers showing up at events
Deputy recently expressed his opinion with little or no notice. Informal get-togethers for pizza and foot-
most forcefully that he was (my words) ball are not outside the realm of possibility and you never know
tired of getting beaten over the head what might show up on your (Lodge) doorstep. We might even
about “business issues” and that he did have some of that light to share.
GRAND MASTER not join the Fraternity to run a business. Learning, teaching, sharing and caring: it is all part and parcel
He joined to gain those spiritual and mor-
MWB JIM H. KENDALL al teachings we offer, as did we all. We of who and what we are. Remember that we are the builders
did not join to attend a monthly cold-coffee and the most important building we do is to build character.
Illuminare Quarendis, and stale-doughnut social club. We bring light to those who seek it.
Light to Those Who Seek it. It is an unavoidable fact that the business Fraternally,
y Brothers and Friends, I am truly grateful for of the Fraternity takes a seemingly inor-
Mthe opportunity you have given me to advance dinate amount of time and effort at the James H Kendall
the welfare of our great fraternity in the Jurisdiction Grand Lodge level, protecting and pre- Grand Master
of Washington. Each Grand Master has entered the serving the interests of the Jurisdiction
office after three years (if lucky) of learning the day- and the Lodges and members. For in-
to-day operations of the Grand Lodge Office, and of the stance, VWB Chris Haynes and his team are
many events routine and unique that are presented every year. working diligently shepherding the sale of the MRC
Cornerstone ceremonies, constitution and re-constitution of through the labyrinthian processes required to complete the
Lodges, installation of officers, official visits, committee meet- sale. The property needs to be rezoned, certain renovations
ings, board of trustees’ meetings, official visits and travel to are required, and ongoing maintenance of the aging property
Annual Communications of other Jurisdictions are only a part is a constant concern. As I write this we were notified of a fall-
of the duties of the office. en tree on the property which damaged the security fencing
installed around the property, and that several other trees are
Each Grand Master has brought to the office his determination in danger of falling and need attention.
to do all that he may to tend to the well-being and growth of the
fraternity as a good shepherd should do. Some are more suc- The finance committee and executive committee monitor the
cessful than others due to skill-set, circumstances and time, finances and budget of the Grand Lodge on a regular and fre-
and pure luck, and some very good and dedicated Brothers quent basis and are responsible for review of Lodge expendi-
working in the quarries of our fraternity. I am blessed to be sur- tures in excess of $25,000 per the Washington Masonic Code.
rounded by very good, accomplished and dedicated Brothers. Also, of concern is the status of the Lodges and Grand Lodge
Some have been in place, some I brought to the team, and with the Internal Revenue Service. Like it or not, that is a real
the Brethren have elected a very good and accomplished suite concern that requires close attention.
of officers. All are striving as a team to accomplish goals and The elected officers are ex officio trustees of the Washington Table of Contents
complete tasks facing the Jurisdiction. Masonic Charities Board of Trustees. As such we meet month-
Light to those who seek it. What the first thought that springs ly and more often as necessary. This is no small duty and re- 3
to mind is that we do not ask a man to join the fraternity. A man quires additional time and effort.
Grand Lodge of Washington I would like to offer up the following points for discussion that just Greetings!
Masonic Tribune might make your meetings more meaningful for both the newer s we return from our summer break,
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 4 and older Masons. These are not my suggestions but questions Awe once again are back to our reg-
I read in the June, 2018 Edition of the Emessay Notes pub-
lished by The Masonic Services Association of North America. ularly scheduled meetings, and as such,
we will be brushing up on our ritual. Many
The book “Whither are We Traveling”, written by Dwight Smith a
Past Grand Master, covers these questions in depth. of you are pretty good at memorizing our
ritual and find it to be something you are
Point One - How can we expect FreeMasonry to retain its past particularly interested in. If so, there is a
glory and prestige unless the level of leadership is raised above provision in our WMC that might be some- VWB Clayton LaVigne
its present position? thing for you to focus on. Grand Lecture
Point Two - How well are we guarding the west gate? Sec. 6.02 of the WMC spells out the Certificate of Proficiency
in all the Standard Work, or a single degree. To earn this cer-
Point Three- Has FreeMasonry become too easy to obtain?
tificate, you must demonstrate before your District Deputy your
Point Four - Are we worshiping at the altar of bigness? ability to perform not only the opening and closing of a Lodge,
Deputy GRAND MASTER Point Five - What can we expect when we have permitted but also the degree conferral, Lecture, Charge, and other ritual
RWB Charles E. Wood FreeMasonry to become subdivided into a score of organi- of that degree. In short, you prove to your Deputy that you have
the degree memorized, gavel to gavel. If you already have a
From the table Of Deputy Grand Master zations? lecture memorized and regularly give it in your Lodge, you have
Point Six - Has the passion for bigness and efficiency dulled a head-start, and if you can also confer that degree, that’s the
ow that Grand Lodge is behind us and the end of summer the spirit of Masonic Charity? degree you’ll want to focus on first. Figure out the parts that you
Nis just around the corner, it is time to buckle down, and get don’t have memorized and start working on those parts. And
back to work on making Masonry the best it can be. Point Seven - Do we pay enough attention to Festive Board? while you’re learning those new parts, have your Deputy (since
This year as I have traveled around the Jurisdiction visiting Point Eight - What has become of that “course of moral in- he has the plain text) attend a degree in which you are perform-
ing part of the ritual and have him check you for errors. If there
Lodges I have heard a common theme that our meetings are struction, well veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols?” are some, you can correct those errors while you are studying
boring and repetitive in nature. Many stated meetings consist of Point Nine – Hasn’t the so-called Century of the Common the new parts. And once you feel confident that you have the
reading the minutes of a prior meeting, paying the bills and then Man contributed to making the fraternity a little too common? entire ritual of that degree mastered, it is time to talk with your
going down stairs for refreshments. Is your Lodge guilty of doing Deputy for the certification.
just that or are you making your meetings meaningful for those Point Ten- Are there too many well-meaning Brothers who
that come expecting other than the norm? are working overtime to make FreeMasonry something other There is more than one way to do this, as some Brothers have
than FreeMasonry? asked if they must set aside an entire evening with their deputy
On first becoming a Mason we were told that FreeMasonry and rattle off a couple hours of ritual. While you can do that if
consists of a course of symbolic and moral instruction. Is that We have the ability and resources to bring about changed and your scheduling requires it, another way to check off the ritual
what you are receiving when you attend Lodge? Based on what cannot afford not to if we want to ensure FreeMasonry will be is to schedule several shorter appointments with your deputy,
I have observed in my travels and observed in my own home here for our children’s grandchildren. provided you keep the appointments fairly close together. De-
Lodge, I would answer no. I believe that Masonic education is Ask not what FreeMasonry can do for you but what can you do pending on how well you do, your deputy will approve the cer-
one of the keys for rebuilding our Masonic membership. As Ma- for FreeMasonry. tificate for one, two or three years. Notice how the certificate is
sons we say that we help our members to become better men. not permanent; as with any skill, you tend to lose it if you don’t
Is that what we are doing when our Lodge meetings are boring keep it in practice. You will have to renew it if you want to keep
and uninformative in nature? RWB Charles E. Wood your certification.
Deputy Grand Master
There is hope however because I have visited one or more I personally found the tests to be quite challenging, as I cer-
Lodges where they have moved away from having boring meet- tified all three degrees one at a time be-
ing. I have witnessed what is called “shrink the Lodge” by some fore three different Deputies, and it can
or “circle the wagons” by another. The Lodge goes off session be frustrating when you give a piece of Table of Contents
and the members sit around the Alter and have an open discus- ritual that you’re certain you have nailed,
sion on a specific topic. only to find that your ritual is riddled 4
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Grand Lodge of Washington included better graphics and letting speakers know when they I will not be able to address all of your concerns and I know that
Masonic Tribune will be called upon. Your elected officers have reviewed these I will not be able to please everyone. But, I promise you that I
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 5 and will implement many of them at the next Annual Commu- am listening and I will always act in a manner that I believe is the
nication. I am personally very disappointed that the multiple best for our Gentle Institution.
suggestions to have coffee service in the meeting rooms cannot
be accommodated because it is cost prohibitive. I look forward to seeing my Brothers on the road.
Another group applied to the operations of Grand Lodge com- Fraternally,
mittees. Those suggestions have been forwarded to the com-
mittee chairs. There were several comments that would require RWB Christopher J. Coffman
the Washington Masonic Code to be amended. These Brothers Senior Grand Warden
need to discuss their concerns with their Lodge and if the Lodge
desires, submit a resolution.
I was disappointed to see several comments that implied the
Elected Officers do not care about the Lodges or listen to the
Senior GRAND WARDEN membership. I have heard from Brothers that the Grand Lodge
RWB Christopher J. Coffman elected never visit Lodges in some areas of Washington or the
rural Lodges. There are two ways to take these comments. It is
SERVANTS of the CRAFT possible that there are only a few disgruntled members who are
unhappy about an individual or some action taken. Alternative-
know that many Brothers, especially new Masons, can feel ly, there may be a very significant part of our membership who (Continued from page 4)
I intimidated when one the elected officers are present. This believes that Grand Lodge does not care, is isolated in its office
happens at District Meetings when the Grand Master will ask if in University Place, and will never understand Masonry in the
anyone has a question for us. Usually the silence is deafening. trenches. It is my belief that the truth lies somewhere between with errors. But it’s worth the effort. By earning
I had the same feelings. When I was a young Mason I went to a these extremes. this certificate, the Lodges in your area will recognize you for
meeting of my niece’s Rainbow Assembly. I was standing out- I can assure you that all of your Elected Officers care very deep- your excellence, and also for your hard work and discipline. You
side the building when this older gentleman that I did not know ly about the Craft. None of us would have taken on the respon- will also inspire others to excel in their ritual as well, and also in
arrived. He pulled out a cigar and we talked about a variety of sibilities of our offices, if we did not have Masonry embedded other aspects of our Fraternity that interest them.
things, none of which related to Masonry. We went inside and deeply within our souls. But appearances are as important as Just like jogging, bicycling, etc. keeps your
much to my surprise and embarrassment I learned he was MWB reality.
Milton Benson, the sitting Grand Master. After the meeting, I physical body healthy, memorizing and understanding ritual ex-
was scared to talk to him, but he assured me that I had done So how can I, as your elected servant, address the dissatisfac- ercises your mental capabilities, which is equally important.
nothing wrong. tion with Grand Lodge and its officers? First, I will listen to what
the Brothers say. I have a goal of visiting every Lodge in this So, how many Brothers in our Jurisdiction have up-to-date Cer-
What I learned that day is that when any Brother in a position of State at either a Special or Stated Communication. I may just tificates of Proficiency in all of the Standard Work? There are
authority is on the level, we can joke around and we are equals. show up, so don’t be surprised. If you have a special event, or only seven of us. My brothers, I would love to see that number
Further, I learned that the Grand Lodge Officers are servants of a time that you would like me to attend, please invite me. I will increase in the coming years. If this interests you, let your Lodge
the Craft. As a servant, we need to know what concerns those do my best to be there. If I am unable to do so, I will work with officers and your Deputy know, or contact me.
we serve. So how do your servants learn about your concerns? you on an alternative date. Good luck, and have a great autumn!
In case you are not aware, there was a suggestion box at the So, why do I attend Lodge meetings? I want you to tell me Fraternally,
last two Annual Communications. The Grand Lodge elected of- your thoughts and ask your questions. I want to know what is
ficers review the suggestions and make changes, when they working well in your Lodges and Districts, so that I can carry that VWB Clayton LaVigne
can, to address the concerns. There were 80 suggestions/ thought to other parts of the state. Don’t be surprised if I bring Grand Lecturer
comments submitted at our last Annual Communication. The a Brother from a Lodge with a successful program to explain Table of Contents
comments covered numerous areas. The largest group con- how it works and to share their experience. I want to know if the
cerned logistical matters about the Annual Communication and programs and activities of your Grand Lodge are working and if
provided many good ideas on how to improve next year. These there are things that can be improved or eliminated. 5
Grand Lodge of Washington night around a campfire with Lodge Brothers, only realizing just Attention To Detail
Masonic Tribune what time it was when the sun began rising in the east. Then
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 6 there was the time getting our bodies fully coated with grease Common Mistakes With By Law Revisions
as our Lodge served thousands of burgers from a Shrine Wagon
at a festival. Here is another one; sitting around a huge stone started college a little late in life at 24 years
fireplace on a cold January night, contemplating the Mysteries, I old, after active duty and a hitch in Viet-
asking the big questions that philosophers have asked since nam. It was a little daunting for a guy raising
the dawn of time. Furthermore, I enjoy when the entire Lodge a family, working full time and serving in the
becomes fully engaged in the discussion of an important and reserve, not to mention that I wasn’t a real
interesting Masonic topic, each of us contributing and adding scholar in high school when I graduated 8 VWB Steve Pennington
By Laws Committee
to the understanding of each other as each of us increased our years earlier. At any rate I plunged ahead
knowledge collectively. and began my education. Those were busy times for a guy who
These are the kinds of experiences that define FreeMasonry had never planned on a college education.
when it is thriving. These are the kinds of experiences that Math was never my strong suit, so I took what were called Math
Junior GRAND WARDEN create true Fraternity, and forge unbreakable bonds of Brother- or Science Equivalents. I took Philosophy, Logic, Geology, and
hood. Experiences such as these will keep our Brothers return-
Astronomy, truly enjoyable courses. This brings me to a life les-
RWB Cameron M. Bailey ing to Lodge again and again. They will result in our Brothers son that is the crux of this article.
bringing their friends to join in the Fellowship, and when that
s I sit writing these words, my things are packed for a camp- happens, our Lodges truly thrive. My Astronomy Professor was a man named Jim Naden, A
Aing trip with Chehalis Lodge No. 28. I’m not a member of Creating quality Lodge experiences is not a particularly difficult brilliant man with a PhD, in Astrophysics. He had retired from
Chehalis Lodge, but I do love spending time camping with my thing to do; all that really has to be overcome is inertia, and a teaching, and only taught one course a quarter to a bunch of
Brothers, so it was an easy invitation to accept. undergraduates, who like me, were dodging the higher level
fear of failure. As the old saying goes, ‘Fortune Favors the Bold.’ math courses. Jim had spent 10 years in the Air Force as a
As is pointed out by our Grand Master’s motto, our Lodges If you have an idea to create a great event for your Lodge, then Bombardier/Navigator and had a great affinity for the ex G.I.s in
promise to provide Light to those who seek it. In order to be please do create it. Don’t let either or fear hold you back. Some the class and we all admired and respected him.
able to provide that Light, to fulfill that promise, our Lodges must things will be massively successful, others will not, but all will be
be thriving and vital centers of Brotherhood. steps forward, and with enough steps in the right direction any On the first day of class he told us his story, what he expected
Lodge can not only survive, but thrive. of us and that because we were his only class, we would get his
I think that if we want our Lodges not just to survive, but to thrive, full attention. He also said he had heard every excuse possible
then we must look at getting ourselves outside of the Lodge If you have a great idea for Masonic Education or something for why a student didn’t do well, and it usually stemmed from
room, and we must look to transforming the experience within good to share, then just stand right up when the Master calls for lack of effort more than lack of ability, and that he was there
that Lodge room. We must remember that no man ever joined Good of the Order, and deliver the Light that you have found. to educate and we were there to learn. Fair enough, I thought.
FreeMasonry to sit around voting to pay the bills. Unfortunately, Your Brothers will thank you, and you will have done something He also said he believed that by the time we got to this level of
in far too many cases, our times together have degenerated into important towards fulfilling the promise of FreeMasonry. study we should be able to read, write, spell, and understand
little more than business meetings.
As I close, I would like to express my sincere thanks to each grammar and syntax. This was strange coming from a science
The best Lodge experiences will keep Brothers coming back of you for the confidence you have shown in me, and for the guy, but fair enough.
for more, and very importantly, will cause Brothers to bring their warm welcome I have received as I have traveled to every cor- I thrived in his class and truly enjoyed it. He did things like set
friends along so that they too can join in the excitement. ner of this great Jurisdiction. up the telescopes on the roof of our building on Friday nights
When I look back on my own Masonic career, those best ex- Together we are living the leg- and did celestial observation, and invited us to bring friends and
periences are all extremely varied, but they all have something end that is the world’s great- family. It was at one of these that I brought my 6 year old son. It
est Fraternity, and I look for-
important in common. They all stand as shining examples of sparked a lifelong interest in him for astronomy.
the forging of the bonds of brotherhood: There was sitting in my ward to experiencing its very
new best friend’s living room, drinking his expensive scotch, as bright future with you. Finally it came time for the midterm exam. I studied hard and
he painstakingly taught me the three Posting Lectures. Another was confident I would do well, and after the Table of Contents
time was driving with a mentor for hours to hear an interesting RWB Cameron M. Bailey test I felt even more confident. The following
speaker in another Lodge, only to find out that we made the Junior Grand Warden Monday he was handing out the graded tests
trip a week too early. Here is another fond memory: Spending a and said on the average, we did OK. He said 6
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Grand Lodge of Washington what it means to be a Mason and what Masonry means to the emphasis of the training more towards hands-on training in the
Masonic Tribune world. Because he knew that I was a Mason, he asked me how to use of Grand View. Most Lodges are not taking advantage of all
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 7 become a Mason. He was shocked when I informed him that he the tools that Grand View has to offer. I will be scheduling the
just taken the first step. training at locations that have Wi-Fi capabilities so that Brethren
So, what does this have to do with Masons advertising? If the can bring their computers and can log into Grand View during
Brothers had not taken the time to go and conduct the last degree, the training.
then this man might not have ever taken that first step. Will he be- I am also going to try a new program this year. Grand Lodge has
come a Brother? I don’t know. I will continue to work with him and started using a video conferencing platform called Zoom. I am
steer him in the right direction. The point is, he might never have planning to hold monthly online training sessions on Zoom to dis-
asked if the Masons did not “advertise”. Through our actions we cuss questions about Grand View and questions that the Lodge
made a lasting impression on him; a lasting impression that may Secretary or Treasurer may have. These will be interactive, and
change his life. That is what we must strive to do. Make a lasting you will need to receive an invitation to participate in the meeting.
impression on our family, our friends and our society. If you would like to receive notice of the training schedules and
GRAND SECRETARY We must take Masonry outside the four walls of our Lodges. One an invitation, please email Chelsea at chelsea@freeMason-wa.
org and she will add you to the list to be notified of the training
way to do that is to literally wear FreeMasonry on our sleeve (or at
RWB Clinton M. Brown, Jr. least on hats or jackets). But more importantly we must advertise schedule.
Masonic Advertising that we are relevant by our actions. We should never hear state- When traveling to Lodges, I ask how many Brothers know about
ments like “the Masons still exist”?! Our communities should be Grand View. Often, the only hand raised is the Lodge Secretary.
want to take this opportunity to thank the Brethren for the oppor- asking what the Masons are doing this week. Good men want to Grand View is designed to give EVERY Mason access to his re-
I tunity to serve as your Grand Secretary. I am honored and hum- be part of an organization that makes a difference. If the public is cord, the ability to update his personal information and receive in-
bled at the trust you have given me, and I promise to work hard to asking questions like do the Masons still exist or what do Masons formation from Grand Lodge, his Lodge(s) and from Lodges in his
improve our Fraternity. I have been in the office for a little over two do exactly, then we are not doing our job. We are not “advertising” area. I ask all Lodge Secretaries to remind their membership that
months and I must admit that at first it was a little overwhelming. to the public who and what we are. Actions speak louder than signing up for Grand View is easy and takes less than a minute.
But Lynne, Kathleen and Don stepped up and helped me to make words.
the transition. We now have our entire office staff in place and are We will also continue the Temple Board Governance Training. I
ready for a great year. Please feel free to call or email me with I would like to close with a quote from Bro. Williams Jennings Bry- am going to shorten the training to allow more time for questions.
an. “Destiny is not a matter of chance; it is a matter of choice. It
any questions or concerns you may have. The Grand Secretary I am also going to move the Temple Board training to the end of
and the Grand Lodge office staff are here to serve and assist you. is not a thing to be waited for; it is a thing to be achieved”. Breth- the meeting. I am going to try to adhere to a strict schedule so
ren FreeMasonry is the great- that you will know when the class or classes that you want to
A Brother came up to me the other day and said to me that Masons est organization that the world attend will be taught. The first training will be held on Sunday
have never and should never advertise for membership. This may has ever known. Our actions September 30, 2018 at Kennewick Lodge No. 153 located at 601
come as a shock to many of you, but I had to respectfully disagree should speak louder than our W 6th Ave., Kennewick, WA 99336. We will begin at 10 AM with
with him. Masons advertise every day, perhaps not in the sense words. Our destiny awaits us. Secretary training; followed by a short break at noon for lunch (the
that we traditionally think of advertising. We do not put up billboard Lodge will serve lunch for a donation). Treasurer training will start
signs, hand out fliers on the street corner or advertise in newspa- RWB Clint Brown at 12:30 pm with Temple Board Governance Training at 1:30 pm.
pers or magazines. But we do advertise. We advertise in how Grand Secretary We will be done by 2:30 pm. We have also scheduled training at
we act. We advertise in what we do within our community. We the Spokane Scottish Rite located at 506 W 2nd Ave. Spokane,
advertise in our ritual work. We advertise when people know that WA 99201on Sunday October 28, 2018 and at Arlington Lodge
we are Masons. No. 129 located at 405 N. Olympic Ave. Arlington, WA 98223 on
I had a person who I consider to be a very good friend come to me Secretary, Treasurer and Temple Board Training Sunday November 4, 2018. The scheduled times for the classes
and tell me about an encounter that he had with FreeMasonry. I in Spokane and Arlington will be the same as the times in Ken-
long thought that this individual would make a great Mason. But ne of the things that I feel very strongly about is education newick. You can sign up to attend at www.freeMason-wa.org.
all my casual overtures had fallen on deaf ears. It was not until he Oand training. Many times, we throw young Masons into a
attended a Masonic funeral for the father of one of his best friends position assuming they have the knowledge and skills to perform Fraternally, Table of Contents
that he finally came to the realization that perhaps this is an orga- the assigned task. Often, they do not. That is why I will continue Clint Brown, Jr.
nization that is more than a social club. He told me that because to travel throughout the state during this year providing Secretary, Grand Secretary 7
of that service, he began to understand what Masonry is about, Treasurer and Temple Board training. However, I plan to shift the
Grand Lodge of Washington Greetings Brethren, you so be sure to mark your calendar. I look forward to seeing
Masonic Tribune he Leadership Training Committee you at the Leadership Retreat.
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Thas started work for your next Leader-
ship Retreat. Yes “Your” retreat. The Lead- VWB Edward Woods, Chairman
ership Training committee is committed to Lodge Leadership Retreat
providing the most up to date, relevant train-
(Continued from page 6)
ing. We can only do this with your support
a few did very well and that a few probably should not plan on and input. Much of our curriculum is based VWB Edward Woods I bid you greetings Brethren
Astrophysics as a Major. Then he handed me mine. It looked on providing tools and skill sets to our Lodge Chairman, Lodge Lead- and welcome back to Labor.
like evidence from a crime scene where someone had an ar- leaders to aid in their success. ership Retreat
terial hemorrhage. I was shocked! He had corrected spelling, Today many young Masons find themselves e hope everyone enjoyed a wonder-
grammar, sentence structure and punctuation. I knew the test charged with leadership roles in their Lodge but are left with Wful summer and are excited to get
was not going to be multiple guess, and that we would be writing little in the way of support. Whether this is due to declining back to work.
essay test answers, but didn’t think I had done that bad. Then I membership of the Lodge, a shortage of Masons with tenure How many of you remember hearing this VWB Jimmy Norton
looked at the grade and his comments. It was a solid B grade, willing to fill those roles, the need for meaningful training and part about our gentle craft before you start- Chairman, Lodge Lead-
with the comment that I had the material down pretty well, but information has become vitally important in order to ensure the ed your journey? ership Retreat
needed to pay closer attention to detail. That’s where it ties in ongoing success of our Lodges.
with By Laws revisions. “Taught, according to ancient usage, by types, emblems and
The last two years the Leadership Retreat has incorporated the allegorical figures”
In my years on the By Laws Committee, I have seen dozens of PiLM Part A into the program. This appears to have been a step
submissions with varying degrees of quality in the output. I am in the right direction. Last year we added opportunities for the Here are a couple questions to ponder.
not going to quote the WMC, or comment on the Landmarks of Brothers to touch on and prepare for Part B of the PILM. Based How much have you been taught?
the individual Lodges. We know where to go to find the infor- on the feedback by those in attendance this was something that
mation, but I would like to touch on a few of the common errors was well received and a success. How much have you taught others?
we see. Every Entered Apprentice enters our doors as a blank trestle
This retreat is a Leadership Retreat meaning that anyone who
First, the Form 28 and 28A can be found on the Grand Lodge plans on becoming part of the Lodges leadership team should board in seek of knowledge and it is up to every member to
web page and are really very clear and understandable, pretty consider attending. The Leadership Retreat is also meant to continue to nurture his excitement and enhance his knowledge
much just fill in the blanks. Where we find errors it is usually be attended multiple years. Ideally after three years of atten- in our craft.
spelling, punctuation, use of capital or lower case letters, abbre- dance you will have had the opportunity to take all of the classes The challenge comes when it gets to the “How do we teach
viations and legibility. offered. Many of the classes are designed for the Master or about things we may not really know much about ourselves”.
For example, when writing the time for a stated meeting, is it Wardens of the Lodge, however there is something for every- PILM and The Candidate Education Program are great places
7:30 or 7:30pm? Are the fees for the various degrees expressed one to include Secretaries, Temple Board members or simply to start and selecting coaches,for our candidates, that are ex-
accurately? What are the annual dues? When does the Lodge a refresher for Past Masters. Classes can be found on Lodge cited to teach and learn make this a win win for the members.
meet? Does the Lodge go dark in the summer? Where do you Finance and Secretary Duties.
meet? Is the address correct? Are the signatures on the forms The ladies program provides an opportunity for our ladies to Helping our members know the “Why” is Imperative to retention
legible? It is always good to have a few of the Brothers of the meet each other and share ideas on how they can support their of the lessons we are conveying. Repetition is another and put-
Lodge proof read the proposed By Laws before they are submit- Mason and to provide them a support system where they can ting them into practice helps seal the deal.
ted for approval; it saves time and speeds up the process. And network and share ideas. There are some offerings for both Working with the Lodge leadership team for “education time”
going back to the comments my professor wrote on my test, pay the Mason and their lady to attend like Installation Planning or during the meetings, scheduling training sessions and practice
attention to detail. Masonic Charities Programs. time provides a nurturing environment where everyone attend-
VWB Steve Pennington, Chairman We are looking forward to providing a quality Leadership Retreat ing will learn more.
By Laws Committee and hope to have more details to share with you as we progress Speaking of our PILM who remembers the time Table of Contents
with our planning. The leadership retreat will take place March when no resources / references were provided
15-17, 2019 in Pasco, WA at the Red Lion Inn. If you are a new on the Questions? I remember going through
Mason who has found yourself in an elected position this is for the code, Lodge officers Hand Book and just 3 8
Grand Lodge of Washington encouragement along their path. And this is fundamentally what and immerse themselves in their Districts
Masonic Tribune we at the Deputy Resource Team do our best to provide our with a mindset of service can only help our
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 9 Brothers as they travel upon their personal journey as a Deputy Lodges grow.
of the Grand Master.
We at the Deputy Resource Team don’t
The duties and responsibilities of a Deputy of the Grand Master have “all the answers”, but we are here to
(continued from page 8) can be found in chapter 4 of the Washington Masonic Code and assist our Deputies and provide resourc-
we encourage every Brother to become familiar with them. How- es for their questions and concerns. If we
about every other resource to try and find the answers. Working ever, it is important to note that those are the formal expecta- have done our jobs well then, the Deputies
with a group of Past Masters and the District Deputy to confirm I tions of the duties (reports, visits, acting on behalf of the Grand feel supported and are able to focus their VWB Richard F. Beers
was on the right path and in the end passed, scheduled part ‘B” Master, etc.), important in and of themselves for the health and energies helping their District Lodges be Member, Leadership
and passed that as well. The hard work and research created harmony of our fraternity to be certain, but they don’t address the best Lodges they can be. Training- Deputy Re-
source Team (DRT)
a lasting impression of the lessons being conveyed in the PILM the essence of being a Deputy. And you will find that regard-
and part B work. less of the role you accept in a Masonic organization, it is that VWB Richard F Beers II, Member
Guess what the team is working on for essence of what you’ve committed to do that will be of utmost Leadership Training - Deputy Resource Team (DRT)
the updated PILM. importance to you. The duties are what you do; the essence is
effectively how you will do it. The how you will present yourself,
Yup that’s right there will be two represent your Lodge and Masonry, and the perspective you To the Masons of the Grand Lodge of Washington,
or three questions added that bring and share as you carry out the duties of your role.
do not have any reference for
review on where to find the In this vein, the essence of the Deputy Resource Team is to as- Thank you is not a deep enough way for us to express our
gratitude for the monumental financial show of support you
answer. We’re also working sist, support, and encourage the Deputies of the Grand Master.
on completing our “Speak- This is done in a variety of ways the most important of which is granted us at your Grand Session this year. The continual sup-
port this check represents is one of the cores of Grand Lodge
ers List” that will provide a to NOT usurp the role of the individual Deputy themselves or
resource list of people and the District they represent. We help a Deputy understand that that we admire and value so much. Most especially is the core
subjects that may be called on they will always be a VW Brother, even after their tenure as representing your love and support for the Masonic Youth.
to provide some education for Deputy is over. They need to fully grasp that the expectations
your Lodges meetings. of the office will continue with them forever. A deputy needs to This outreach from your hand will play a huge part in creating
be ready to be a resource not only to their Lodges and District, opportunities for our girls to take risks and develop their
It is an exciting time to be a Mason but to their successor as well. Everything they do, the decisions leadership skills in our various programs. Programs like our
my Brethren and it is up to each of us they make, and actions they take will not only affect them, but Leadership Camps, our Color Run for service, Grand Assem-
to continue to provide “Light to those who seek it” as we are every member of every Lodge in their District, and ultimately the bly, and so much more.
Masons 24/7. Jurisdiction and Masonry itself. The message the Deputy Re-
source Team tries to share with the Deputies is that how you do You are a valuable part in making our girls the confident lead-
VWB Jimmy Norton, Chairman something matters almost as much as what you do. Thus, how ers of today and tomorrow, and we look forward to the future
of our Masonic youth, old and new, most especially with you at
Research and Education you carry yourself as a man and Mason makes a fundamental
difference in the Fraternity as you accept various stations and our side to help guide them.
places along your personal Masonic path.
Sincerely and gratefully yours,
MWB Gale Kenny often says, “Once a Steward, ALWAYS a Betty Downing, Supreme Deputy
The Deputy Resource Team Steward”;this statement reminds us that regardless of the sta- Taylor Beal, Grand Worthy Advisor, and
tion currently being held, Masons should always emanate from The Members of Washington Idaho Rainbow
Upon becoming a Mason, a man learns that he is a member of a place of service to one another and the craft. And this is one
a Fraternity and that there are many opportunities and direc- of the key messages the Deputy Resource Team gives to your
tions to take their Masonic experience. As they grow in Masonry Deputies and encourages them to bring to the Lodges in their
and build their personal Masonic edifice, we at the Deputy Re- respective Districts. It has been said that healthy Lodges make Table of Contents
source Team hope that every Mason comes to understand that for happy Masons and happy Masons make for strong Districts
no matter where they travel, they will never again travel alone. and Jurisdictions. The Deputy Resource Team believes that 9
A Brother will always be there, ready to provide support and supporting and encouraging our Deputies to embrace the role
Grand Lodge of Washington Wear Them With Pride
Masonic Tribune
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 10 Masons have been prominent in our military services since the
founding of our nation and their contributions and exploits in-
clude some of the most significant and often times, most heroic
acts in our History. Brethren in our Jurisdiction have served in
A Night at the Ballpark every theater and conflict going back to World War II and have
been the recipients of nearly every award and decoration pre-
sented by our armed forces, including the Medal of Honor. Truly,
A couple of weeks ago, WB Doug Schroeder, of our Grand Masons have stood ready to defend the flag of our country, and
Lodge Youth Committee, organized and hosted a night at the our Constitution.
ballpark in Spokane. He invited all the Masonic youth and their
friends and family from the Our Grand Master has encouraged those of us who have served
surrounding area to join in the military to honor our branch of service by displaying it. His
him in a wonderful event selection of the military uniform as a choice of dress for appro-
at Avista Stadium in Spo- priate wear as the Team Uniform demonstrates his encourage-
kane for a Spokane Indi- ment for us to identify as veterans. In respect to this I have been
ans baseball game. asked a few questions, and will attempt to answer them.
Over 95 Jobies, DeMo- First, I was asked what the regulations say about veterans and these are appropriate for wear together with our Masonic wear.
lay, Rainbow and friends retirees wearing of the uniform. This is a broad answer to a During MWB Sam Roberts’ year as Grand Master he also en-
came and were treated concise question. In general, all of the ser- couraged veterans to show their military service by displaying
to free tickets and lots vices have a sim- ilar regulation. You their service with their decorations and service medals dis-
of FUN. WB Doug has have 2 choices, you can wear the played with the miniature medals worn on the pocket of their
been hosting this event uniform that was regulation team uniform. He wore his, and I wore mine. For those of us who
for a few years now & it at the time of your dis- have served, we can recognize a Brother for his service by what
is growing. Special thanks charge or retirement, or he wears on his lapel, or on his pocket.
to WB Doug for putting on the current r egulat ion
this great event….I hope uniform, but you cannot Finally, where can you find your military decorations and ser-
more Masons will join mix the uni- form items. vice pins? For those who have preserved their military History,
you, along with even more If you want to wear the you know where you can find them. It may be a foot locker, or
youth next year! uniform for ap- propriate occa- box hidden away in a closet or trunk. For those who have lost
sions, those are your options. theirs, or didn’t receive them at all, you can go to the National
In addition to that, I’m Personnel Records Center, or the personnel
happy to report a very successful & busy summer for our Ma- Now, I want to ad- dress other forms of branch of your respective branch of service
sonic youth in Washington. Jobies had their Grand Session, recognition. As Masons, we often wear our affiliation on and request issue or replacement of your
Rainbow Grand Assembly, lots of Installations and many fun our lapels or breast pockets. You can tell by the name badge awards. For those who know what they want,
events. DeMolay, Rainbow and Jobies also what Lodge a Brother belongs to, whether he is a member of the and are willing to pay for them, there are sev-
all had Jurisdictional camping weekends, Grand Lodge Team as a committee member, if he has earned eral commercial suppliers. All of the service
which were enjoyed by all. a Hiram Award or Grand Masters Achievement Award, and if he organization publications have sources which
is a member of other concordant bodies. And, occasionally you sell commercially all of the items needed to
Brethren, here’s an invitation – come see might see a lapel pin that is not Masonic. Perhaps it is the blue
what the FUN is all about. Get involved rosette with white stars of the Medal of Honor, or the red, white complete your display.
with our Masonic youth. Take some time and blue stripes of the Distinguished Service Cross, Air Force I will end this with the words of the title. I encourage all Brother
this Fall and visit one of your local youth Cross, Silver Star, Distinguished Flying Cross, or Bronze Star Veterans to show their colors. Whatever opportunity you take to
groups. show your service, wear them with pride.
Medal. Then there are the purple and white stripes of the Purple Table of Contents
WB John Danner, Chairman Heart Medal, denoting wounds received in combat. Next, there
Youth Committee is the multitude of service medals, campaign medals and lapel VWB Steve Pennington 10
pins denoting veterans of all of the services or retirees. All of Military & Veterans Services Committee
Grand Lodge of Washington 1968, it was displayed on indefinite loan in the Smithsonian’s An Update from the
Masonic Tribune new National Portrait Gallery until 2000. That year, the painting’s Membership Development Committee
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 11 owner, Harry Dalmeny, announced that he was going to sell the
piece at auction, unless the National Portrait Gallery could find ver the last couple of years, we have been hard at work de-
$20 million to buy it. Soon after Oveloping 2 videos. The 1st, which many of you have already
The Lansdowne Portrait Project the announcement, the Donald viewed gives an overview of how the 6 step program works, by
W. Reynolds Foundation gave the following an individual as he goes through the program and ends
Portrait Gallery $30 million—$20 as he is ready to be initiated. The second one, still undergoing
ur Grand Master, MWB Jim Kendall, has million to buy the painting and
Odecided upon two charitable initiatives for another $10 million for a place to a final tune-up before we begin shooting the video, will carry for-
the year – the Honor Flight Network and the display it and a national tour. ward with some of the best practices that Lodges can implement
to more fully involve a new Master Mason into the fabric of the
leadership development programs sponsored by
our youth groups. To fund this effort, the Grand 34” X 44” framed, double-matted Lodge, helping to ensure that the new member is fully connected
Lodge has formed a partnership with the Grand replicas of this portrait (the orig- with the brothers in his home Lodge. Additionally, it will include
Lodge of South Carolina to help in solidifying inal is 90” X 72”) are presently some ideas that you may want to start implementing to help bring
community partnerships, open new community available for sale. The idea is for back some members who have drifted away from the Lodge and
reengage them as well as reengaging with the local community.
partnerships, and along the way reintroduce WB individuals, Lodges, or concordant
George Washington to the schools. bodies to then donate the replica In addition to the videos, we have put a lot of time and effort into
of the portrait to a local school or 3 questionnaires that will be going out soon, as we try to learn
Originally done in 1796, the Lansdowne Portrait government office. more about who we are as Masons. The 1st questionnaire will
portrays Washington as “a civilian commander in be sent to those who have recently gone NPD or have demitted
chief.” Here, he is depicted as a man of peace, We are asking $250.00. As this from a Lodge. With this questionnaire, we are trying to develop a
but nonetheless shown as strong, holding a is a partnership with the Grand
compelling oratorical pose, while clutching a Lodge of South Carolina, $130.00 knowledge base of why a member is demitting so that the Grand
Line and various committees can start to develop programs to
ceremonial sword. It is referred to as the Lans- will be returned to them to fund slow down the loss of members going NPD or demitting from the
downe Portrait as it was a gift to the Marquis of their charitable effort, the Juvenile fraternity.
Lansdowne, an English supporter of American Diabetes Research Fund. The re-
independence, from Senator and Mrs. William mainder will fund our Grand Mas- The 2nd questionnaire will be sent to EAs and FCs who have
Bingham of Pennsylvania. ter’s charitable efforts. Checks not advanced to the next degree within a reasonable time frame.
should be made payable to Wash- Here again, we are looking at why this is happening, and trying to
The history of the portrait is storied. Though the ington Masonic Charities. understand the why so that the Grand Line and various commit-
portrait given to the Marquis was considered an tees can start to develop programs to help our newest members
“original”, another “original” was given to what Again three things are happening: advance to Master Mason.
was then known as the “Executive Residence”. 1. We are supporting three
When the British were descending on the residence during the great charitable efforts! The 3rd questionnaire will be sent to all Master Masons for whom
War of 1812, President James Madison sent word to his wife, 2. We are either solidifying or opening up the potential we have an email address. The Grand Master wants us to de-
the nation’s beloved First Lady, to evacuate. Before she did, for community partnerships. velop a base of knowledge about the Master Masons in this Ju-
quick-thinking Dolley Madison made sure their copy of Stuart’s 3. We are putting WB George Washington – arguably risdiction; where are we engaging within the
work was rescued, so it would not be destroyed or claimed by our most important Mason – back in the schools overall body of Masonry, and looking for some
the advancing invaders. She had it broken out of its frame and If you wish to support our Grand Master’s efforts, please contact of the “best practices” that we have seen in our
spirited away from the White House’s hallowed halls before she your District Deputy or own Lodges and Lodges we have visited. We
made her escape. The White House was burned, but the Mad- hope that you will take the few minutes need-
ison’s and the treasured Lansdowne were preserved and now Project Chairman, ed to help the Grand Master and the Grand
hangs in the East Room of the White House. MWB Jim Mendoza Line learn more about us and what continues
[email protected] to engage us in our beloved
As for the Marquis’ copy, shortly after his death his property – fraternity. Table of Contents
including his copy of the portrait was sold. After several more ex-
changes in the 19th century, it became property of the Dalmeny WB John Vivian 11
family and toured around England and Scotland. Beginning in Chairman Membership Development
Grand Lodge of Washington A few months ago we helped young girl, a 12 year old who was
Masonic Tribune living with her mother in a car, get some desperately needed InTo The
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 12 assistance. Mom was working, but couldn’t afford a place to
live. The young girl had a serious wound that required hospital
treatment. Doctors would not discharge her, knowing that her WOODS
only place to live was back in their car. Because of a collabora-
tion between school District liaisons, our staff (thank you Kurt!),
and generous support from Fairweather Masonic Lodge, No. 82
(thank you!), we were able to help the girl and her mom get
into a hotel, for a few nights, provide hot food, and cash to get
essential items. This stabilization helped create a space where
they were able to get into a homeless shelter and onto the wait
list to obtain housing.
This story ends on a very positive note—today she and her mom
Washington Masonic Charities have a permanent home to live in, and she is attending school,
because of this strong collaborative effort. This is the kind of
On the Level Student Success – Masons Helping Homeless work, and kind of organization, the Fraternity can be proud of!
Children Succeed in School
Our goal is that every Lodge provide some level of support or
Washington Masonic Charities has been doing important work assistance for homeless school children in their District – the
over the past year. We’ve helped hundreds of older adults amount doesn’t matter as much as the Lodge’s participation.
(nearly half Masons and Masonic affiliated), live independently, We want to show our communities across the state that we
and by saving them at least $3.5 million in care costs. At the are 100% committed as a Fraternity to this effort. Washington
same time we’ve been partnering with Lodges, school Districts, Masonic Charities is a conduit for this support by working di-
and community organizations to improve the lives of thousands rectly with school District homeless student liaisons to identify
of children across the state by helping them with their education kids with the greatest needs and to create the right approach
and basic needs. to support.
A recent program we’ve developed is called “On the Level Stu- Your support and your Lodge’s support can make a difference
dent Success.”This program works in partnership with Lodges, too in your community. For more information, please contact ei-
school Districts and community organizations to help meet the ther Ken Gibson, Executive Director ken@wa-Masoniccharities.
basic needs of homeless children to help keep them on track org (253) 442-2505 X 101, or Children and Youth Programs Co-
and in school. ordinator, Kurt Miller at (253) 442-2505 X 108 or kurt@wa-Ma-
In 2016-17, there were more than 40,000 school children in soniccharities.org.
Washington experiencing homelessness. Imagine trying to at- To make a contribution, checks can be sent
tend school and get good grades when you don’t know whether to WA Masonic Charities, attn On the Level,
or not you even have a place to sleep at night. Homelessness PO Box 65830, University Place, WA 98464,
impacts a child’s ability to attend school, to get good grades, or by going online to https://www.wa-Mason-
their mental and physical health, and even their ability to gradu- iccharities.org/webhost/donate.
ate. We cannot solve the issue of homelessness, but in partner- 2018 Open Air Degree
ship with Lodges and local school Districts, we can help provide Granite Falls, Washington.
support and hope for those kids who are least advantaged to
give them a fair shot at becoming productive adults.
Br. Ken Gibson, Executive Director
Fairweather Lodge, No. 82 in Tacoma has generously helped Washington Masonic Charities Table of Contents
support this program. Here is just one example of how their
support made a difference. 12
Grand Lodge of Washington process that begins long before a man submits his petition. The six-step there is no “I” in team and that what the leaders do in the Lodges should
Masonic Tribune process we encourage today is a wonderful way to begin that life changing always be for the good of the Fraternity and the rest of the Brothers.
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 13 journey that we are all hope to experience. In the years past mentoring I was appointed to be Deputy of the District for 6 years. I was able to
was confused with coaching. I remember my early coaching sessions bring my leadership skills to the whole District, not just my Lodge. I brought
while going through the degrees. My coach and I would find a secluded consistency to the District so that everyone knew what to expect and they
place where we could go over the cipher without being overheard. “This could ask questions and I would answer them. If I didn’t know the answer,
is the way we have always done it” I was told. Every candidate had to they knew I would find it and get back to them. They knew I would lead
memorize the posting lecture before he could advance. It was many years them in the right direction. As the Deputy for the District, I had to learn how
later that I learned that while coaching is essential there is so much more to deal with over 400 different personalities. I learned to help each man in
to Masonry. It was then that I learned the difference between coaching his own unique way. This made me a better leader.
and mentoring. Coaching is doing the Thing Right and mentoring is doing The different jobs that I have had in my life will help me in the management
JUNIOR the Right Thing. Masonry is a combination of both of these very important of the Grand Lodge business side of our Fraternity. The Grand Master is
life lessons. We as Masons should always try to do the Right Thing. The
really the eyes and ears of all the brothers in this Jurisdiction that make up
GRAND WARDEN mentoring process for me is constantly evolving. I learn just as much as our Grand Lodge. He has to take all that information and sort out what is
the members and candidates. Members, Candidates Past Masters, Dep-
best for the Grand Lodge, our Lodges and our Brothers. He and the rest of
uties, and Grand Lodge Elected, Past and Current Grand Masters are
the Grand Line have to make the final decisions within the guidelines of the
CANDIDATES all involved in the mentoring process on many various levels. This is how Washington Masonic Code. They cannot do anything without the consent
“Masonry makes good men better”.
of the Jurisprudence, By-law committee and the Code Commission. The
Grand Master and Grand Line are the care takers of what the brothers
To me Masonry is a process that I began years ago and will continue for
the rest of my life. My Brothers let us continue this process and grow vote in at our Grand Communication. They cannot do anything against the
“How has my Masonic life prepared me for the duties and ourselves and Masonry together. Code or By-laws.
responsibilities of serving as Grand Master of the Most My Masonic life has made me more tolerant and thoughtful toward other
Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Fraternally, people. I listen to them and help them figure out what the problem is and
Washington?” VWB Chuck Compton then work with them to correct their problem. I also practice Masonic Chari-
Grand Orator 2018 ty and listen to what is bothering them and offer suggestions. And guidance
where needed. I think this helps the Brother to build confidence in himself.
have been a Mason almost all of my adult life. My This helps to make them better men and Masons and therefore better offi-
I father was initiated an Entered Apprentice Mason “How has my Masonic life prepared me for the duties and cers. This is what Masonry is all about.
February 1940. He began his Masonic education Over the years as a Brother Mason and Deputy I have found that the
long before I was born. It was apparent early in responsibilities of serving as Grand Master of the Most
my life that there was something special about him Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of members need a strong person to rely on, to lead our Grand Lodge as a
Fraternity and multi-million dollar business. They also need a leader who
and the way he treated with respect all with whom Washington?” is a brother first, that will listen to their ideas and do what is best for the
he came into contact with throughout his military and Fraternity.
afterwards his civil engineering career. I didn’t know
what it was until years later when I also asked and y Masonic life really started when I was eleven The Grand Master of today needs to keep the Ancient Customs and Ritual
knocked on the door of the Lodge. Masonry truly does make good men Myears old. That is when I first experienced what work for the good of all of us. He also needs to be someone who will man-
it means to do Masonic Charity. To help a Brother
better. Throughout my Masonic life I have had the honor to meet and to Mason in time of need. My dad’s logging contract age the multi-million dollar business of our Grand Lodge in this modern day
know many inspiring men and Masons. I have learned from each and was canceled and my family was having a hard time way of life without losing all the old Customs and Ritual.
every one of them.
with everything. The Masons and Eastern Star were Therefore I think I will be a good candidate for Junior Grand Warden and
My Membership in Steadfast Lodge, No. 216 has given me the opportunity there to help my family out with what we needed. The the future Grand Master in 2022.
to serve in every office in the Lodge at least once, some more than once. I Masons and Eastern Star were not asked. They just
have served the Grand Lodge multiple times as a committeeman and also showed up with supplies and gave them to us.
as an appointed officer. I have had the opportunity to see the workings of Fraternally,
the Grand Lodge up close and personal. Throughout this time I have had As I got older, I joined the DeMolay and then the Masons. There were no VWB Darel E. Maxfield Sr.
the privilege to work with some very good men and good Masons. questions about why. I just figured it was the thing I needed to do. I want-
ed to be a part of an organization that helps people in need without being
In 2003 VWB Tom Dangelo and I as Chairmen of the Membership De- asked. As an example, when my wife was in the hospital and she was
velopment and Leadership Training Committees respectfully created the dying, I would leave the hospital and the Masons and Eastern Star ladies
Mentoring Program that was to be MWB John McNab’s Theme for the would go in and sit with her until I returned the next morning. That is real
year. The Mentoring Manual that VWB Dangelo and WB Gary Flesher Brotherly Love and Masonic Charity. Table of Contents
developed was based on the mentoring training used by the US Navy.
VWB Tom and I presented this program at the Wardens Conference and at As the years went on I was voted into leadership roles in the Lodge. I
District meetings for many years. We believe that mentoring is a long-term learned what real leadership and Masonic Charity was all about. I learned 13
Grand Lodge of Washington As with an onion when you begin to peel back the layers you start to see
Masonic Tribune some of the imperfections of our craft. The good news is that despite
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 14 those imperfections Masonry always seems to heal. As a Deputy there
were challenges and opportunities along the way. Some were good and
some were not so good but equally rewarding. Subsequent to my Deputy
appointment I was appointed as a Special Deputy for three years further
opening my eyes and challenging me in ways I never imagined as I worked
with a Lodge in need of assistance. This work was some of the most
rewarding work outside of my professional career.
As a Leadership Training committee member, I was able to share my ex-
JUNIOR periences as a Lodge Leader and Deputy. It afforded me the opportunity
to share the lessons I had learned with our young leaders as an instructor
at the Leadership Retreat and assisting the Deputy Resource Team. I was
GRAND WARDEN humbled when I was asked to Chair the Leadership Training Committee
continuing the good work that had been established by my predecessors
and working with a team of Masons and their dedicated ladies who have
CANDIDATES been the core of Leadership Retreats continued success.
As a member of the Grand Lodge Building Association I learned the many
intricacies of managing a building. Budgets, maintenance, insurance etc.
are only some of the many important issues around maintaining a building.
“How has my Masonic life prepared me for the duties and As a temple board we always strive to set an example for the Jurisdiction
responsibilities of serving as Grand Master of the Most knowing full well that we would be scrutinized for not following the advice
Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of and guidance so often put out by Grand Lodge. 2018 Unity March, DuPont, Washington
Washington?” As a Trial Committee member, I am learning the unfortunate, but neces-
sary process of Masonic discipline. Being part of a process that affects the SUDOKU SYMBOL PUZZLE
In the course of my Masonic journey I have been future of a Brother Mason is very humbling. The lessons learned from trials
privileged to be a part of the Grand Lodge team are many and usually the root cause(s) stem from a lack of adherence
on several occasions. My Masonic career started to our Code, disregard for the Masonic lessons taught and learned, poor
in 2006 when I was accepted in to the greatest Lodge or temple board management, lack of financial transparency and
fraternity in the world. I was initiated, passed and not vetting of our new members. There are many tools provided by Grand
raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason in Lodge that are underutilized and could mitigate many of these issues. We
Harmony Lodge No. 18 where I learned the lessons must approach our Lodge affairs professionally and we have to put quality
of our gentle craft and was quickly put to work in over quantity.
the quarries of Masonry. As most young Masons
I started out as a Steward, immediately becoming The opportunity to serve in the aforementioned capacities has provided me
active in my Lodge. I was intent on going through the chairs taking on more with a deeper understanding of Grand Lodge and the intricacies of Mason-
responsibility, striving to learn what I needed to know, preparing myself for ry. I have had many opportunities to collaborate with Brothers from across
the humbling day I would be elected Master of my Lodge. This of course our Jurisdiction on important tasks. There is much work to be done and I
came sooner than I had anticipated moving from Senior Steward to Senior still have much to learn. I am committed to ensuring the legacy of Masonry
Warden finding myself like many young Masons today on an accelerated continues well into the future building on the foundation that has been well
path to the East. established by our predecessors.
As Master of my Lodge the issues before me at the time seemed challeng- Fraternally,
ing and overwhelming. I had the support of Past Masters who were willing VWB Edward C. Woods
to share their knowledge and a great Lodge of Masons each willing to do
their part. Little did I know at the time there were many layers of Masonry Sudoku, but like Masonry symbols are substituted.
I would encounter along my Masonic journey. After my term as Master I Complete the grid so that every row, column and 3 X 3
was asked and appointed as a Deputy of the Grand Master in District 16. box contains every symbols shown below:
Deputy work was by far the most rewarding work I had experienced in
Masonry. I met many dedicated Masons who have the deepest love for Table of Contents
our craft. Deputy work also opened my eyes to a sometimes-ugly side of
Masonry. You quickly become aware of issues and challenges one would
think are in no way possible in Masonry, lest we forget we are human. (Solution in page16) 14
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Grand Lodge of Washington light in this person. Why are they doing or saying that? What is it that they because we are always seeking light, we were able to attend two Lodges,
Masonic Tribune are trying to achieve? It is certain that they are not doing it just to be evil; see two different degrees of brothers that were seeking light, get personal
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 15 but that they have a goal that is in their mind just as important as yours tours of Rosslyn Chapel, the Grand Lodge of Scotland, and the United
is in yours. Grand Lodge of England.
This is not to say that you must roll over and lose every argument or give My Brethren, this is definitely more Masonic light that I will not soon forget.
up every time someone places resistance in your way. But it does mean
that just because someone sees something differently than you, has differ- Fraternally,
ent goals than you, does things differently than you, does not make them VWB Steve Martin
Deputy of the Grand Master evil and worthy of your contempt. They are human, like you, and contain Deputy of the Grand Master
that spark. Indeed, by seeking the light in others, you will in turn fan the District Eight
spark in yourself. Your goodness will grow because you have sought it
Reports out in others.
Seek the light in others and in yourself. ur fraternity is often associated with the
O“pancake breakfast.” We hear about
VWB Matthew Appel the Knife and Fork degree. I’d like to bring
District Two
Deputy of the Grand Master out the lesser-known relationship between
Thoughts from District Two our fraternity and the “Ham and Egg” break-
UK Travels fast. Bear with me, as I explain.
his year MWB James Kendall has chosen a Latin Prior to being obligated, as an Entered Ap-
Tphrase he translates to mean “Light to those who prentice Mason, we are notified that our
seek it.” This phrase can be interpreted many differ- t the end of August I was traveling around the UK promise to the fraternity – to our self – is never to be laid aside
ent ways. This article will explore one of them, that Awith my wife and friends and had the opportunity or challenged. It is a lifelong obligation that we take.
we should be seeking light in others. to tour the United Grand Lodge of England, the Grand
Lodge of Scotland and thanks to Brother Bob Guild To be involved with the fraternity does not do our obligation
Light can be many different things as we go through of Ashler Lodge, No. 121, I was able to attend two service. Involvement includes coming to our meetings, paying
our daily lives. Frequently we interpret it as wisdom Lodge meetings in Glasgow, Scotland. your dues and, to some, merely wearing a ring. Commitment in-
and knowledge. It is also goodness. It is the pres- volves taking what we learn and observe through our teachings
ence of the Divine Spark in each of us. In this sense, On Monday, August 27th we attended the Glasgow
we should seek the light not just in terms of wisdom we can gain to better Star Lodge, No. 219 and were able to witness a Fel- and applying them in our lives outside of Lodge.
ourselves, but also that light which is present in all of us, our Brothers, lowcraft degree. This particular degree was put on by Both commitment and involvement find themselves necessary
friends, family, and even, and most importantly, those we dislike. two different Lodges in two different Jurisdictions in to the success of an institution, such as FreeMasonry. Com-
Scotland. They use different rituals so they had to merge the two together
Brothers, there is no person on this earth that is completely evil or com- and performed a Fellowcraft degree that none had ever seen, and probably mitment requires the action of being involved, but involvement
pletely good. There is no person out there who is a cartoon villain twisting would never be seen again. As Deputy of the Grand Master, I was priv- does not always include being fully committed. You hear, at the
their mustache doing nothing but waiting to foil the forces of good. Every ileged to sit in the East with the Worshipful Master and other dignitaries. end of every regular meeting, that as you are leaving the retreat
one of us has some small part of the divine in them. We as Masons must The representative of the Provincial Grand Master of Glasgow was also in of your Lodge, you are to “…forget not, the duties which you
seek out this spark in those whom we meet. attendance. It is customary in Scottish Lodges to have a few responders at have heard so frequently inculcated and forcefully recommend-
the end of the degree and the Worshipful Master asked me to respond on
Picture a Lodge that is about to do some major renovation to their build- behalf of our American visitors. I provided the response and gave Frater- ed in this Lodge…” This is your standardized and plain English
ing. The Brothers may argue, even heatedly, about how to go about the nal Greetings from our Grand Master, James Kendall, and talked about the charge to live committed to what we have learned inside the
improvements, what they should be, how much to spend, etc. Even though “Light for those who seek it”. At the end of the meeting, I was also provided tiled recesses of your meetings. This is your calling, beyond
these arguments take place, none of the parties are saying what they are the opportunity to give the Closing Charge from our standard work. I was involvement.
saying because they are evil, they are saying it because they disagree over very honored to do this and it was received very well. Involvement requires following the prescribed methods and
how to proceed, or what is the best possible outcome.
Next we were off to Kilwinning on Tuesday, August 28th, to attend Kilwin- steps, outlined in our code. Commitment is adhering to a strict
Picture that idiot who just cut you off in traffic on your way home. Some ning Lodge 0, on the record of the Grand Lodge as “Lodge Nothing”. This compliance with the spirit of those requirements, both in and
drivers think ‘that idiot did that because he thinks he is better than me.’ It is is regarded as the Mother Lodge of Scotland and has records from 1411 out of your meetings. Commitment is putting your heart and
possible that is the case. But it is at least equally possible that that person as well as meeting minutes from 1642 to present. We were presented soul into the work that you do. Commitment is putting the prin-
has somewhere important to be, is late to pick up a loved one, is going to with an Entered Apprentice degree at this Lodge and it was thoroughly
an important job interview to improve their family’s life. We cannot pass enjoyable. Again I was able to respond and bring Fraternal Greetings from ciples of your Craft before your selfish prefer-
judgment. We can only seek the light in the other person and try to make MWB James Kendall. ences and being a light to those around you; Table of Contents
this world better through our actions. is preserving, unsullied the reputation of your
In addition to the Lodge meetings, we toured Rosslyn Chapel with a broth- fraternity, as you are charged as a new Master
Brothers, the next time you find yourself in an interaction with another per- er from Rosslyn St Clair Lodge, No. 606. “Light for those who seek it”, 15
son, and you begin to become angry, as we all do, think of seeking the Mason. (Continued in page 16)
Grand Lodge of Washington is a bit cryptic. But in fact, it has many morals, depending upon who pected to find in FreeMasonry in the first place. These men do not ask to be
Masonic Tribune contemplates the phrase and to what it is applied. Indeed, it teaches indulged. They seek instead to develop their character by posing intellectual
faith, commitment, and the invariable response to these virtues by those
challenges and persevering over them.
Volume C No.1 - FALL Issue - Page 16 who behold them.
An impressive example can be seen in District 18’s Occident Lodge, No.
So, consider the “building” of a Masonic Lodge. Is a Lodge “built” by 48, personified by Senior Warden Patrick Webb who entered Wardens
the mere construction of a physical edifice? Or is it also “built” by the Competition and brought home the championship, and by Past Master Ron
fulfillment of its underlying purpose –the philosophical enlightenment of Robbins who now busies himself learning degree lectures. Certainly, there
Deputy of the Grand Master its members and development of their character – qualities built in part by are others. But these two examples are having an extraordinary effect on
perseverance in the mastery of its teachings and rituals; their Lodge, where members are beginning to set deadlines, vowing to col-
lectively master specified rituals to be performed exclusively by that Lodge.
Reports Invariably when you visit a Lodge whose seats are routinely packed with To be sure, it is no disgrace to borrow someone from
attendees you find a Lodge that performs its openings, closings, and
ritual work with “spit and polish.” The officers are properly attired; those a neighboring Lodge to perform a ritual part for a giv-
en occasion, but the aspiration to build a Lodge that
with speaking parts deliver their lines uprightly without error; the deacons can stand alone is both significant and admirable in
move with military precision; visitors are introduced as if their names modern Masonry. VWB Mike Carmel and others have
are well-known; and everyone’s role seems mastered. The members in
(Continued from page 16) regular attendance seem to have a prideful bearing, as if to say, “Brother, established an ambitious schedule of luncheons at
Involvement is a contribution to the institution. Commitment is living every just wait ‘til you hear our Worshipful Master perform this conferral,” or Occident, No. 48 as well and there is much afoot
there. Clearly our Brethren have undertaken build a
second of your life in dedication to the principles and values you learn “Brother, just wait ‘til you hear our Past Master deliver this lecture. He’s complete Lodge in Ilwaco without novel attractions
through your Beloved Craft. Brethren, as much as the chicken is involved the best!” and gimmickry; and they are demonstrating for all of
in a ham and egg breakfast, I challenge you to be committed to the cause, Nowadays we see Lodges resorting to every form of gimmickry to at- us that if you build it, men will come.
like the pig. tract new members and to appeal to old ones in their efforts to populate
All of this being said, what can you do to insure commitment reigns su- Lodge rooms; and we seem to have lost sight of the fact that the original VWB Doug Puckett
preme, above involvement? See to it that none pass the West Gate that attraction of FreeMasonry was in the esoteric rewards inherent in the Deputy of the Grand Master
should not. See to it that you remind your Brethren, in the most friendly ascetic habits it fostered. Today’s world is a malingering one, standing District Eighteen
manner, of their fault, to whisper good council to your Brethren, as uncom- in sharp contrast to the world of yesteryear when FreeMasonry rose to
fortable as it might be. Keep an open mind, an open heart, and remember prominence. Where today men shirk, for example, at the memorization
that we are here not to be perfect, but to improve ourselves through Ma- of anything, in the not-long past memorization was the recognized sign
sonry. It is not through individual perfection that our Fraternity succeeds, of praiseworthy character. The 13th century Sephardic Jewish physician
it is through a perpetual search for improvement that we are able to wel- and philosopher, Moses ben Maimon, commonly known as Maimonides, SUDOKU SYMBOL PUZZLE (Solution)
come the rough ashlar into our ranks, and thus solidify the structure of provides a compelling example. In a 2005 work entitled, The Cambridge
Companion to Maimonides, author Kenneth Seeskin says of him,
FreeMasonry. Commit yourself to the work that we do. Remember, being
involved in our closed-door meetings is important but your commitment to … “Without benefit of concordances, databases, and electronic texts, he
daily exhibition of our principles is what sets us, as FreeMasons, apart from combed all of rabbinic literature, Talmuds and Midrashim, for references
the rest of the world. to a specific topic to memorize. He was justifiably proud of this feat of
memorization and organization.
Will you be involved, like the chicken or committed, as the pig?
He wanted the Mishneh Torah to serve as a basis for repetition, contem-
“Live in Peace, and may the God of Love and Peace delight to dwell with plation, and spiritual exercises that deepen one’s devotion to the right
you and Bless you.” way of life. He directed his pupil Joseph ben Judah to persevere in study-
In Brotherly Love and Friendship, ing the Mishneh Torah by heart. Memorization was a spiritual exercise
of assimilating and internalizing teachings and deepening their effect in
VWB Brian “Red” Shields such a way as to transform a person’s consciousness. His was a memory
Deputy to Grand Master culture, where ours is documentary and electronic.”
District Fifteen There are few things more characteristic of Masonry than its focus on
memorization and recitation of ritual material, yet this is something stren-
Lodge of Dreams uously avoided by today’s generation of members. This is detrimental not
only to the character development and philosophical enlightenment of its
“If you build it, they will come.” These words were made famous in Field votaries – the two qualities most purported to be instilled through Mason-
of Dreams, the 1989 film in which an Iowa corn farmer interprets a voice ry-- but to its attraction to potential members, and to the disillusionment
murmuring them as an instruction to build a baseball diamond in his fields. of long-time members uninspired by the persistent mediocrity with which
When he does, Shoeless Joe Jackson and other long-dead baseball stars a generation of Masons seems complacent. Table of Contents
emerge from the cornfields to play ball.
There is, however, cause for optimism. A healthy catharsis is taking
This now-famous phrase is ranked among the 100 most memorable Amer- place in many Districts of our Jurisdiction, in which there is a movement 16
ican movie quotations by the American Film Institute. Ironically its moral among members to recapture the asceticism and self-discipline they ex-
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