A Mason's Journey

A Christmas Card for my brothers wheresoever they may be. Also and update on the next volume of "Noah's Quest" with some "hints".

The author discusses some of the masonic influence in The Wizard of Oz and provides and update on several projects.

Author announces publication of "Freemasonry in a Changing Culture" which analyzes society and identifies dangers ahead for the craft!

Author announces a delay in publishing an article and a reversal of one of his long-held positions on "change" in the fraternity.

The author offers some advice to incoming masters and their officers and examines the four cardinal virtues.

An examination of the role of individual, full form degrees and catechisms in the initiation and education of new masons.

A heads up that I've posted a new paper in my "Papers" section - "Living the Journey: The Duality of Masonry"

I quick look at the issue of publishing pictures of EA's and FC's from the author's point of view.

An exploration of the path of a masonic journey from its starting point at the west gate and the allegorical lesson we receive there.

The author discusses his decision on the future of "A Mason's Journey" and his view on three key relationships that constitute masonry.

The author addresses the question of shaping a masonic journey based on the experiences and opinions of others.

The author shares his view on the debate in Texas about changing the rules governing alcohol on lodge property.

A masonic chart designed by the author specifically to tell the story of Valley-Hi Masonic Lodge #1407 in San Antonio, Texas.

A personal life's lesson about personal instincts and divine influence. Why we need to listen to that inner voice

A quick examination of the role of committees in a lodge, within a masonic journey, and within masonry.

Part III in a series examining why Freemasonry is structured as it is, how it makes good men better, and potential impacts from changes.

The author explains his progress on finishing the third paper in a series on the form, structure, function, and intent of the craft.

The author examines how mentoring is implemented within Freemasonry and provides hints and tips on improving our methodology.

The author examines the phrase "Making Good Men Better" and whether we as a fraternity still understand what that refers to and how it works

The author discusses the effect and impact of the passage of time on our goals and plans.