Brethren, Several of you have yet to file the Annual Return for your Lodge. Filing is mandated in the Constitution and is date specific. It is not optional. Please file these Returns post haste. The late filing fee is growing each day you put it off. If you need assistance call this office. When you… Read more »

Brethren, To avoid any late filing fee, your Lodges return and the per capita payment must be in this office by February 2nd. (You have an extra day as the first is on Sunday.) If your data in the database is up to date you can print the form in a matter of minutes. It… Read more »

Brethren, Let me begin by apologizing for being late with this month’s Newsletter. One thing led to another but none led here until now. As your Lodges have their Annual Meetings be sure to file a Certificate of Election as soon as the installation takes place in order for us to have accurate information about… Read more »

Brethren, Many of you have experienced problems reaching Brothers who have moved “away” with information about your Lodges, dues notices, etc. Here are a couple of possible avenues to follow. When you mail a letter to the last known address write “Address Service Requested” on the front of the envelope. This will prompt the postal… Read more »

Brethren, You will find the 2015 Dues Cards for your Lodge and a list of your members due awards during 2015 under this cover. You will note there is no charge for this initial issue of the cards. If they need to be replaced, the Lodge will be billed for second and subsequent copies. If… Read more »

Brethren, As we enjoy this annual respite from Winter, we here at your Office are engaged in preparing the Proceedings of Grand Lodge as well as our regular service to the Lodges. The following lists several areas of concern for you to work with to assist us providing the service you deserve. If you have… Read more »

Brethren, The Maine Masonic Charitable Foundation has a new website. MaineMasonicCharitableFoundation.org is “live” and open to visitors. The website offers masonic and non-masonic visitors the opportunity to become acquainted with the many charitable programs the Foundation supports. The website also provides the ability for visitors to make charitable contributions online. Charitable Grants and Relief awards… Read more »

Brethren, The one hundred and ninety-fifth Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Maine will be held May 6th and 7th at Kora Temple in Lewiston. Be sure to make your Lodge representatives or proxy aware of the materials you have received regarding this important meeting. Officers will be elected, a budget approved and several… Read more »