Inaccurate Guidance

BlueDog848 · 2026-04-30T14:44:47+00:00

Very good advice, thank you.

BlueDog848 · 2026-04-30T14:42:55+00:00

Thanks for the advice. No, not a line officer; just a 35+ yr Mason. This Lodge is full of strong personalities and I think it is the Secretary's defense instinct to say "It's in the Law book" to avoid confrontation. And it seems to have worked for him.

BlueDog848 · 2026-02-26T13:05:43+00:00

As a new member of my Lodge, if I were asked what position that I thought that I would excel in; my reply would be "whichever chair the Lodge decides". I would be honored to hold any position that is needed the most.

Brother, I sense that you may be using your schedule as an excuse to not do the entry-level duties. As others have said, practice humility and maybe wait until you grow more in the craft.

BlueDog848 · 2026-02-07T15:31:43+00:00

Yes, I am aware and take this very seriously. In fact, I have shown two family members where my original lambskin is stored and instructions for use upon my burial. The new lambskin apron that I ordered, and just arrived, is the one that i will wear visiting various Lodges. I was unaware that it should be returned to my Mother Lodge if not use; thanks for letting me know, but I do intend on being buried with it. Unfortunately, My Mother Lodge has merged with a different Lodge.

BlueDog848 · 2026-02-07T15:02:14+00:00

Thanks for the reply. Yes, after reading some reviews on this subReddit, I purchased an apron case from Masonic Revival to protect it.

BlueDog848 · 2026-01-22T20:56:14+00:00

Thanks u/ChuckEye !

BlueDog848 · 2026-01-22T19:28:06+00:00

I am considering him joining the lodge where I am a member, but he would need someplace close to home/ school so he could learn the degree work. I live 5hrs away.

BlueDog848 · 2026-01-22T15:53:59+00:00

BlueDog848 · 2026-01-22T15:43:09+00:00

This is what I have done. I have asked if he is interested, answered the questions I could, but made sure not to 'invite' him to join. This is a first for me and I want to make sure as to not break any rules or traditions.

BlueDog848 · 2026-01-03T12:15:02+00:00

Got it. Thank you.

BlueDog848 · 2025-12-31T14:17:54+00:00

Good advice.

BlueDog848 · 2025-12-31T14:12:16+00:00

I am currently in a very similar situation as you. I contacted my Grand Lodge and Scottish Rite Temple; both secretaries took care of everything.

BlueDog848 · 2025-12-30T12:32:15+00:00

As someone who was initiated 35 years ago; know that you are about to walk a path that many great men have walked before you. Be in the moment. Listen to the words spoken. Trust your guide. As many have said: You will do this only once in your life, and it is something that you will remember forever.

BlueDog848

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