The Chaplain’s Corner – May 2019
As a Brother, we are obligated to bring light into our world, to square our actions, walk uprightly and be on the level with every person; holding no prejudice and illustrating through our lives the great principles of our craft and being the difference whenever and wherever the opportunity avails itself to us. I implore each of you to shine your Masonic light with all of those within your circle of influence. Let your wise council balance between the two pillars of mercy and severity, guiding your thoughts and your tongue to offer our unique Masonic message of brotherly love, relief and truth into your personal conversations wherever that may be.
May each of us hold true to our obligations and be guided by the golden rule that we should love one another, to avoid divisive conversation and uphold the rights of every human being, regardless of our individual choices and personal beliefs. Let each of us as Masons be even more so in these times, the light and hope to a world that too often seems lost and dark and driven through blind hatred to acts of terrorism. Let us be warriors against the darkness first in our own minds and hearts and then, by example to those around us, demonstrate the acceptance of every human being to live in peace and harmony.
Civility is the mark of enlightenment and the fruit of a balanced mind. The altar of Freemasonry is strong enough to be encircled by men of all faiths and persuasions, making us a unique example to the world and each of us have the opportunity and an obligation to take that unity out into the world.
On June 22nd, as we celebrate 150 years of Washington Lodge #46, let us focus on the Masonic truths that have allowed us to meet, be community builders, and to show our good works to those around us with our friendliness, charity, and willingness to help in time of need. Every Mason can be Master of his lodge. You may be a great administrator, but not be a perfect ritualist, for example. All you need to lead a Masonic Lodge is to have the Masonic teachings embedded in your heart and display those teachings.
I love these words which you have all heard, “Above all, be ye all of one mind, live in peace and may the God of love and peace delight to dwell with you and bless you.”
In Brotherhood,
WB Ken Hall
Chaplain, Pro Tem
