While this bulletin has found its way to you during trying times, please know that your Brethren remain fraternally by your side. If there is any way we can help, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
During these times we have found that our lives focus points have shifted, for many of us drastically. And as each of us becomes familiar with our temporary new-norm, I ask that we each remember to reach out to our neighbors, both immediate and distant, and maintain those bonds we have built. To this end St. John’s has initiated bi-monthly “virtual meetings” for continued camaraderie and enrichment.
While these meetings do not include any ritual and the conduct of business is strictly prohibited, our first endeavor was a success with WB D.W. Stephenson presenting on Covid-19. WB Stephenson is a professional healthcare provider with decades of experience, and his perspective pulled from various sources and helped keep us informed. Thank you, Worshipful Brother, for your time and research! Our next endeavor is yet to be “themed” but I am working to develop a program that works virtually and keeps us informed and entertained. As with our previous virtual meeting, this will not be a closed-to-Masons event (though our first meeting was only members), but will be open; so feel free to participate from open areas and include anyone who is interested.
I look forward to the opportunity to meet with everyone in person and know that we are blessed with the technology to span our separation. Until such time as we can once again meet upon the level floor of the Lodge, may the Grand Architects watch over you and your loved ones.
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Jason Lee
Worshipful Master
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