Greetings! November is upon us and many have had below 32 degrees so the cold weather is coming. I hope your winter preparations are nearing completion. Let’s get to the business at hand….. Constitutional Corner 7.1 The Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Grand Wardens, Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary, shall be chosen by ballot… Read more »
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Grand Secretary “Lowdown” – Information for Lodge Secretaries – September 2017
Hello Brothers! Welcome to September! Hopefully those who have been dark for the summer are hitting the ground running, well rested and refreshed so let’s get right to it! Constitutional Corner 77.2 When allowed by its by-laws, a lodge Master may, when weather conditions cause reasonable concerns for the health and welfare of the… Read more »
Grand Secretary “Lowdown” Information for Lodge Secretaries – July 2017
Warm July Greetings! Welcome to July where we’ve blown past the longest day of the year and we’re 2 weeks into shrinking days but hey, it’s summer so let’s enjoy the weather and some Masonic happenings! There’s plenty going on so get out there! Constitutional Corner For Reinstatement 105.5 A brother suspended from… Read more »
Grand Secretary “Lowdown” Information for Lodge Secretaries – May and June 2017
Greetings and Felicitations! Welcome to June where the road traffic has increased out front and the black flies are out so summer is on the way! You may have noticed the new title of this document. Please take “lowdown” at its most literal definition. Lowdown (noun)-the true facts or relevant information about something. Grand Lodge… Read more »
Grand Secretary “Stuff” Information for Lodge Secretaries – April 2017
Greetings! Welcome to April where here in Holden the snow has almost disappeared and it is actually in the 40’s! Please read on… Grand Lodge Website We have made progress and corrected misinformation that you noted and told us about. Keep it coming. We want all the information accurate no matter how small a detail… Read more »
Annual Communication Legislation and Candidate Summary
Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Maine Annual Communication May 2nd– 3rd 2017 Northport, Maine The following proposed amendments to the Constitution require a final vote: 75.3 LODGE HISTORIES- Each lodge in this jurisdiction is encouraged to prepare its history for the preceding year and especially for significant anniversary years. Copies of histories filed with the… Read more »
Grand Lodge Annual Communication
The Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Maine on May 1st through 3rd is quickly approaching. It will be held at Point Lookout in Northport, Maine this year. Below is a reservation form that will allow you to reserve your meal choices for the event. There are also instructions on how to book any… Read more »
Behind the Curtain
An interesting blog post from Brian Fitzgerald, the photographer who helped create the visual feel behind the redesign of the Grand Lodge of Maine website. While initially unsure of what he may find, Brian came to see a vibrant group of men seeking to improve themselves, their communities, and enjoy each other’s company.
Notice of a Special Communication Of the Grand Lodge of Maine, A.F. & A.M.
By order of the Most Worshipful Grand Master: A Special Communication of the Grand Lodge of Maine A.F. & A.M. will commence at the Masonic apartments of Oriental Star Lodge #21, at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, for the purpose of consolidating Whitney Lodge #167 with Oriental Star Lodge #21. The Masonic apartments… Read more »
Grand Secretary “Stuff” Information for Lodge Secretaries – February 2017
Greetings! It’s February already? Where did January go? It blew right by me and I will apologize for not getting a newsletter out to you. Unfortunately, I was away several times tending to important family matters. So…here we are, saddled up and ready to ride…. Constitutional Corner Section 128: Do you know where your Charter… Read more »