Serendipitous: Adjective “occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way. A serendipitous encounter.”
As mentioned during our September Virtual Stated Communication, the occurrences that have unfolded relevant to our Lodge, our very enriching instruction (thank you WB Bressman!), and communications with fellow Brothers in Texas, was nothing less than serendipitous. Now, I don’t mean “funny, I just mentioned Pizza and suddenly Facebook is trying to sell me a pizza oven”... that’s just creepy ever present smart devices… (Side Eyes to Alexa…)
This has further cemented my understanding that the importance of Freemasonry isn’t exclusively the ritual, the lessons, or bylaws. It’s the connection we have with our fellow Masons. It’s the groundwork from which our relationships can grow. If you don’t know how to “A” or where you could “B”, there’s a very real chance someone in our network does.
To that end, if you haven’t heard about the Masonic Information Platform (MIP), please take a moment to sign up (and get the Grand Master’s Pin as a special reward/incentive) by sending your email and information to Bro. Tolga Kelebek, mipmoderator@gmail.com.
The MIP uses the Slack platform to help connect talents with needs. So, if you’re looking to get something done, or do some done-ing, take a look at the MIP!
I truly hope to see as many of you as possible at our next Virtual Stated. First Fridays have never been easier than during the pandemic, and I hope all of you can take this opportunity to connect (or re-connect) with your brethren!
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Jason Lee
Worshipful Master
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