Fraternal greeting my Brethren,
The instruction for our January Stated was, I believe, an outstanding opportunity to expand our understanding of both Prince Hall and DC Grand Lodge Masons. As our ending discussion with W.B. James R. Morgan highlighted, it is fraternal opportunities like our invitation for him to lecture which breakdown both the real and perceived barriers between our lodges. It doesn't hurt that the storied history that was laid before us was worthy of a Ken Burns documentary narrated by David McCullough!
This program was a pleasure to arrange and an honor to host as Worshipful Master. I draw your attention to this, because it is your lodge and your bulletin; we, the officers of the lodge, simply deliver it to you. As I serve my year in the East, I hope to help each of you (even those who do not read the bulletin) find some way in which St. John's Lodge No. 11 adds value to your life. Lectures, such as W.B. Morgan's and other opportunities for education, are only one of our Lodge's illuminations; we've enjoyed paint nights, tours, and even March Madness events (hint: we have another March event in the planning for 2020). But these events are not simply for my enjoyment as Worshipful Master, they are also for your benefit. So please don't hesitate to communicate your ideas and desires with me or any of our senior Lodge Officers; we serve to improve ourselves in Masonry.
Places and Stations: In the recent past, St. John's Lodge No. 11 has been blessed with a capable and energetic Organist. When available, a Lodge Musical Director or Organist provides a level of gravitas that is truly immeasurable, and one whose history stretches back farther than Mozart and Beethoven. Unfortunately, the length of Bro. Boksan's cable tow has pulled him north to Pennsylvania, but he maintains his fraternal membership with St. John's Lodge No. 11. I do hope to welcome him as a guest sometime soon, and perhaps someday we will add a second musically inclined Brother to our membership. who knows, the next monsieur who asks you the question could find an outlet for their musical talent!
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Jason Lee
Worshipful Master