May, 2008
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¡±and improve myself in
Masonry¡±
Thomas
Jackson 33º, former Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, poses
an interesting hypothesis. ¡°I perceive there to be four distinctive styles of
Freemasonry, philosophical, sociological, political, and charitable.¡± The
(An example worth emulating)
The
mission and vision statement of the Grand lodge of
¡°The mission of the Grand Lodge of Virginia is to teach and perpetuate a way of life that promotes the Btotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of God and to assist its Lodges to grow and prosper.
The vision of the Grand Lodge of Virginia is to be the premier organization composed of men of integrity and character, who are honest, true to their word, believe in God, are devoted to family, charitable in their community, and courteous and helpful to each other.¡±
Both
of these articles taken from the March, 2008 issue of the
Editor¡¯s note: On a number of occasions, articles are taken from the
monthly publications of the Southern California Research Lodge and
published in the trestleboard. These articles are only the tip of the iceberg
of knowledge which is available in their publications. Also available from the
Research Lodge are books on Freemasonry. The March issue of their publication
had six pages of books available at prices much lower than the popular book
stores. With all of the information available in their publications each month
and the availability of books on Masonry at a discount, its
really a bargain to be a member of the Research Lodge and to ¡°improve yourself
in Masonry.¡± Information can be obtained on their website or by contacting
Norma Leeper at