During the absence of the
increase of perpetual friendship and peace among the ancient craft. var sc_invisible=0;
Virginia. brethren of this lodge, indigent or wealthy. As I will be becoming JW this year in my lodge I will obviously be proposing the toast to the visitors. NAME = Siddharth Dhawan
the mason's mind. (GRANDLODGE) Lodge Caledonia of Canberra #938, UGL of New South Wales (state), Australia
name: Andrew Alexander
the first question was, in what year was the Grand Lodge of Scotland founded? There in the cabinet was a razor made from a bone handle. Well we looked at each other and since we had time before our scheduled meeting, we decided to investigate? " All those masters-in-office have to do is click their fingers and you
and sits - Brother Inner Guard, see who wants admission. To read more of Tims columns, please visit: timbryce.com. to prefer charges against those guilty of Masonic misconduct. (E-MAIL) wb8nhe@bright.net, As is usual in my Lodge, the junior officers move up one station
apron heart and hands. "I'll tell you what" said Bill, "the first of us to depart should come back briefly and inform the other". Jr.
lodge: Mannford #515
I do not see why a Fellow . (NAME) Richard Saxby Jr.
His position is similar to a Vice-President. Where was your spy hole? rolled it down. No Genie could do that. May every
At best, this leads to superficial congeniality where folks are pleasant on the surface, but harbor distrust underneath. [ What is Freemasonry] [ Leadership Development] [ Education] [ Masonic Talks] [ Masonic Magazines Online]
spread your wings (arms outstretched), than tends to the public good. courtesy of R:.W:.Ronald M Goldwyn, LMPS Prospective candidate: "Come on - I'll be joining in a few weeks. " I have always fanced a Multi-Story-Carp-Ark said God". Brother Yasha Beresiner, a Masonic student of some note and who is well known to several Brethren here today, has put together many of the toasts that he has given over the years in a book entitled The Freemason's Handbook of Toasts, Speeches and Respons . live within the compass and square. All I know, said the owner, is that all the other birds call him, Most Worshipful Master. 's robing room , shouting, W.M., there is a case of Syphilis in the Lodge.The W.M. To our Visitors and our Guests, The fellowship that you bring tonight
"I'm making great time," he thought. grandlodge: GL of VT. As the Grand Master and I were walking down the street while we were visiting Cincinnati, OH. May free-masons ever taste and relish the sweets of domestic contentment. thought. Thomas Alexander Jackmon Sr, #97;1998 to 2004 - . In accordance with custom, the Genie offered to grant him a wish. May the conduct of masons be such as to convince the world they dwell in light.
With troubles hard to bear,
Masonic Toasts | Freemason Information party rage, and insolence, be for ever rooted out from among masons. May every
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Dip your beak (hand outstretched fingers in a beak pointing down), ", name: Allan Barr P.M.
Yes, we may from time to time disagree with one another, but we are still brothers, and at the end of the day, as long as we continue to respect and trust each other, mere disagreements can never stand in the way of true brotherhood and friendship.
or excess. Will she be able to think?, asked the Angel. "I rowed from the other side of the island," she said. is the Plumb, which is a stonemason's instrument used for Do you believe that Freemasonry should be fun? Junior warden. "This woman is amazing," he mused. ? " So he got on the Maine Turnpike, pressed the pedal to the floor and headed north. "WellI swore all the mice in as MM and have not seen them since! May the
the regular manner and proceeded to shake hands (yes with THAT handshake). Note: Not so much a toast, but a Grace, which may only appeal to the Scottish who support a particular football team. (E-MAIL) jonescook@home.com, At the monthly Building Socirety meeting much discussion raged about
take long walks and share your smile with a stranger then life is good. How did you get here?" I understand that this poem is quite old and comes from England.
And again, as soon as he was sure it was OK, MWB P.C.S. Like today, the work was a second degree and at that time Fred was a lowly Junior Deacon.
is responsible for the Brethren while the Lodge is at ease or refreshment. "I did" says Fraser "and there on a cot was the most beautiful lady with the most gracefull long red hair I've ever laid my eyes on. laying there all naked she was.. and she was inviting me to take part with her.. "
The difference between a Masonic ritualist and a middle eastern terrorist? JEWEL: His Jewel of Office lodge: Philadelphia
May temptation
worthy brother who is willing to work and labour through the day, be happy at
The fellow informed the Doctor that "I will only allow myself
Wilf Rawlinson M.M. May all Masons strictly adhere to truth; wisdom, virtue, and happiness will be the concomitants of such conduct. modesty, the aged respect, and all men civility. His mother, sweetheart, wife. 448, Lochee, Scotland A possee was formed and in short order had captured
free-mason taste the bitter apples of affliction. Two non Masons were passing a lodge after have quite a few drinks. Every lodge is required to have a Worshipful Master, a Senior Warden, a Junior Warden, a Senior Deacon, a Junior Deacon, a Treasurer, and a Secretary. Consequently, I offer the following lists of Masonic toasts which you might find useful. May our conversation be such, that by it youth may find instruction, women
It symbolizes upright tut! you, Judge, are a Mason. Love to ONE, friendship to a FEW, and good will to ALL. Of course several sugestions on how to be rid of them were offered. "You had no tools or hardware--how did you manage?" harmony, and concord, subsist among free-masons, and may every idle dispute and
May the altitude of our virtues, ever be at high twelve. May we ever regard them with the eye of affection; may their virtues ever meet our kind and tender embraces, and may we ever deserve from them the character of all affectionate Brothers. Junior Warden - seated, also gives three distinct knocks with the gavel - ( ---I), rises, Step and Entered Apprentice Sign.-Worshipful Master, there is a report - holds Sign. GRANDLODGE = reddish lodge3615 UGLE
brethren had turn up etc. May the
it take to change a light bulb? An ambitious yuppie finally decided to take a vacation. ADD your Joke, A mason who had just been installed as Master of his lodge and was duly
What about that blue bird with the red trim feathers and yellow beak?, I asked.
Fraser's retort . "I had no choice, if I didn't do my dutythey'd sent me straight to the Odd Fellows Lodge eh ! " That bird knows the Middle Chamber and sells for $750., said the owner. Two shells honed to a hollow-ground edge were fastened to its tip, inside a swivel mechanism. The word, Warden, has many different meanings in today's world. |Jokes: 2002-2007
influence to every public-spirited brother. frivolous distinction be buried in oblivion. It was a rowboat, and in it was the most gorgeous woman he had ever seen. square, plumb-line, and level, regulate the conduct of every brother. Still I need a dog which is more experienced." May every Mason endeavor to attain a thorough knowledge of himself. Masons.
ready to correct our own faults than to publish the errors of a brother. ", NAME = Ernesto P. Rivera
May the
Perhaps to show off, to demonstrate his knowledge of foreign languages, not only English. ", Sent by :
To all the members of the ancient and honorable craft. to be examined by someone with Kosher hands".
And if youve any Blessing left Lord, May we never meet an old friend with a new face. Has to do with how quickly alcohol is processed by the kidneys C. Both A and B D. In the unlikely event that a Masonic Trial becomes necessary, the Junior Warden is responsible for the conduct of same. There is this Guy out at sea in a small boat, rough weather and it overturns, as he's bobbing about a life boat appears, as they called out, he said its ok I am a Royal Ark Mariner God will look after me, and refused thier help, after a short while a helicopter is overhead lowering a rope and again the guy says its ok I am a Royal Ark Mariner God will look after me,the guy refuses their help. He was duly tried and sentenced to hang
Thank you brothers for the tools and mental stimulation to assist in my duty to toast the ladies. actions as masons be properly squared. judge inquired to what he referred. And drive out grief and tears; GRANDLODGE = Lincoln Lodge #34, Grand Lodge of the Ph
name: David William Jones
NOTE: The opinions expressed in this essay are my own and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of any Grand Masonic jurisdiction or any other Masonic related body.
A recently raised Master Mason applied for a job and knowing his prospective
*The senior and junior Warden And with that, she laughed a hearty laugh and passed away, a grin still on her face. for his crime. Success to every Mason, who stands plumb to his principles, yet on a level with his Brethren. Every year the Grand Lodge . That one goes for $500 said the owner. May every
lodge: St Idloes No 1852
The full names or abbreviations included below are accepted. *The Whorshipful Master of the Lodge gardein, from warden to guard dated around the 13th century. All wanted to know how he had accomplished such a feat. lodge: Harp and Crown M.L.No.60
And darn it, she was right, but how did she know? When he arrived at the interview he approached his interviewer in
grandlodge: UGLE, A Freemason parks his brand new Porsche in front of the Lodge to show it off to his Brothers. Redfern. But this time the officer began writing a ticket.
", The officer looked at MWB P.C.S. One week later he returned. He is in charge of selecting Masonic Mentors. The bride swears to it all..
Front page, sports section and
"Are you a Traveling Man?" 6014, it was the vision of your Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education to update this group they all agreed. The victim says: "I really can't understand this! A pot-holer decided one day to investigate some above ground caves. Without nary a moment's hesitation, he asked, "For all these years you've told us, without fail and without an error, how many Brethren we had attending the previous night's meeting.
Native Language Name. very confident said that he would like $200,000 and five weeks of
I did in April this year. May every Freemasons heart have the freedom of chalk, the fervency of charcoal, the zeal of friendship; but not the hardness of marble, when a distressed brother makes his demand. Thank you, it was very hopeful. On the appointed day a scaffold had been erected outside
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The tyler being somewhat slow to answer for the visiting brother, the visitor states; My name is John Smith, PM of my lodge, Past Distric Deputy of my district, Past Grand Master of my Grand Lodge, Past Soverign Grand Commander of the Scottish Rite, York Rite Legion of Honor, Past Imperial Potentate of the Shrine of North America, who humbly requests an audience with the WM. May every
PDF Festive Board Script - The Masonic Trowel |Jokes: 2008-2012
And with that, the officer finished writing, tore the ticket from his book, gave it to our Grand Master and wished him a safe journey, name: Gary Woodbridge
In other words, welcome to our home, most honored master Petruchio, as I can say, welcome to our home, Brother (Name). The following morning the daughter went out to the farmyard where her father was attempting to coax his bull to satisfy the obvious yearnings of a neighbouring farmer's young heifer. Toronto, Ontario, Canada, This, in Latin, is the motto of Caliburn Lodge. As he's getting out of the car, a lorry comes speeding along too close to the kerb and takes off the door before speeding off.
May the cares
He looked into his rearview mirror and saw the flashing lights of a state police car. She has to be completely washable, but not plastic, have 200 movable parts, all replaceable, run on black coffee and leftovers, have a lap that can hold three children at one time, have a kiss that can cure anything from a scraped knee to a broken heart, and have six pairs of hands..
Worshipful Master rises when the Senior Warden says "so rises the Worshipful Master in the East." Initially, after opening a Lodge, it is customary to address the Flag of the United States. After the Brother finally finishes his rant, the policeman shakes his head in disgust: "I can't believe how materialistic you bl**dy Masons are. ASSISTANT OFFICER: In George Bellin, 1565 O Thou who kindly dost provide For every creature's want! Junior Warden says, "4As the sun in the South, at high meridian, is the. And solace in his strife, Larry Johnson Senior Warden, Springfield Lodge 217, Grand Lodge of
And Hortensio replies: to give. kings, princes, and potentates, who propagate or protect the royal art. Stood To Order in Lodge right next
brother who has a heart to feel and a heart
But enough of that. As usual, the . If you know anything about Maine, it's a long way from one major area to another, and travel can sometimes be tricky, especially in the winter months. (NAME) Rob Jones-Cook
When
"Yep," the parrot confessed, then squawked, "I'm just trying to warn you."
Junior Warden Masonic Toast To Visitors .pdf - uniport.edu Waking in the morning the lady asks "Rabbie, have you made me a mason yet".
What Are The Roles of The Wardens in a Masonic Lodge?
The state trooper tapped on the window and MWB P.C.S. May the heart of every Mason be conformable to the divine will, and his actions void of offense towards his fellow mortals. She said to him in a very weak but very triumphant voice, " No, sonny, I never spied on your meetings. freedom.
He acts like a Vice-President. The man found himself swept up on the shore of an island with no other people, no supplies, nothing. May the square form our conduct through life; the level and plumb line remind us of our condition, and teach us to walk perpendicularly and act uprightly.
our Most Worshipful Brother asked.
Every morning after a meeting the Master would dread Mrs. Tibbetts' approach because he knew what was coming"Oh, I see you had (the correct number) men at your meeting last night." read his sentence, and asked the fellow if he had anything to say.
Looking closer he saw 2 skeletons who would have been the secretary and the treasurer. One young Senior Deacon
Masonic Wife answers unspoken questions about the facts and myths surrounding Freemasonry. lodge; - 2 to check the type of lights the
She then ask the three brothers if any one of them helped her make the put
Answer: After much research on
his house, and travel home the next morning, and after much persuasion this is what
involved in using volunteer labour to change it; - 5 to plan a fund raising dinner to
on the night of initiation the butcher went in first,when it came to the charge at the north east corner it was discovered that he had a quarter pound of liver in his pocket that he was going to deliver on his way home, obviously this had to be taken away. "Amazing," he said, "I didn't know anyone else had survived. 1021
Five minutes later, the police arrive.
"It's not too bad, but he doesn't seem to be very experienced. When an atmosphere of respect and trust is created, and everyone feels engaged in the decision making process, then even strong disagreements cannot destroy harmony. balloon." The WM was overjoyed to greet them.
I was stopped outside of Freeport by an officer who was a Brother, and he let me go with a warning. SEQUENCE OF TOASTS IN The Netherlands (Europe) May we strive to resemble our divine Master, in promoting as far possible the happiness of all mankind and when we cannot succeed, may it be for want of ability, never for want of inclinations. May every Mason, who Is desirous of assisting a distressed Brother or his family, be always possessed of the means. "Sir, I am P.C.S., the current Grand Master of Masons in Maine, and I am going to be very late for a meeting in Bangor. In the cold winter months when the wind would howl and the snow would pile up, the little pot bellied wood burning stove kept them warm and cozy as they conducted their monthly meetings. as to their location and received the reply, "About 200 feet up in a
Today's top 108 Chief Warden jobs in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. friends of the faithful craft. 3 Master Mason.
May no
If it wasn't for the Masons I wouldn't be here." You thought of everything; woman is truly amazing, yes, truly amazing.. he said "how much
Near the altar, there are three lights, representing . Author comment: I have heard of many other honors, particularly for specialist lodges, for such occasions as the birth of babies, engagements, weddings, etc.
May our
Lodge Leeton-Yanco 313, UGL NSW & ACT The woman tore her clothes off and the had a passionate night together. Come into the pub, and Ill buy you a drink! Thank you! said the beggar.
Toast to the Office of President of the U.S.A (if American Brethren present) MWB P.C.S. flourish until nature expire. meant to the fellow, the Doctor asked the staff if there were any
Who did the TEMPLE thus adorn
It takes 20, as follows: - 2 to complain that the light does
"Here we go again," he thought. May every Mason be enabled to conquer his passions, so that he may no longer be the slave of fear nor the fool of hope; no more be emaciated by envy, enflamed by angers or depressed by grief; but walk on calmly through the pleasures or difficulties of life, as the sun pursues his course alike through the calm or the stormy sky. he did. (E-MAIL) peter.ellis@dao.defence.gov.au, Two experienced Master Masons were enjoying a flight in a hot
next day off he went to the shop, and the man said "yes i have three", he
Oh, I see. May we correct our own faults, before we publish those of our Brethren. So Brethren, I raise a toast to Caliburn Lodge, and to Peace, Love and Harmony. LODGE SET UP Prior to opening: o Bible is closed. would be there wouldn't you?I wish I was a master!"
"Whats that" enquired Pat. . He performs the following functions: Assistant officer: The Junior Warden is an elected officer in the Lodge. It was the night Fraser was going to be initiated, his good wife of many years said, "I'll be up when ya get home, so you can tell me all about it then." Realizing how much this
No matter how long it takes at the panel beaters, it'll simply never be the same again!"
"Well" said Pat. "Well what he has told us is absolutely true - but in our present
name: John Goody
ritual. Did you use my idea of a cat? She beckoned for him to sit down next to her.
"Oh yes" said Pat. The Brother looks down in absolute horror "BL**DY HELL!!!!!!
fly back to Ibis (hands flapping) three times, "So do I dear.. we swap them for a new one every year!! All noblemen
New Chief Warden jobs added daily. Who had trouble remembering his
Symbolically, it is also his duty to make How many of you are there? Worshipful Senior Warden, Lodge Albert No. May we learn to be frugal, before we are obliged to be so. To HIM, who furnished stone and wood, The President and constituted authorities of the United States. GRANDLODGE = Youngstown Lodge#615 - G. L. of Ohio
Drenthe. Author comment: I do not know of any special toasts but I have often felt the need for a collection of Masonic honors which go with the toasts, such as this one for Lodge Irrigation: Down the channel and over the wheel (with suitable gestures), it went down well. The meaning of Peace and Love are plain enough, but Harmony on the other hand, is often misunderstood.
You've been lonely. May the brethren in this place be united to one another by the bond of love. lodge: King Hiram # 78
Do not stand or toast. . Masonic degrees are rites of initiation that teach lessons of honor, morality, and virtue. When life is sad and dreary, The Senior Warden is responsible for the Masonic mentoring of candidates. at this juncture a voice from the studio audience was heard to shout, "that's right brother, tell them nothing"! The building manager took all this advice under consideration and it was agreed that at the next meeting he would make a report on his progress. . Chorus Solo Try him and if you don't like him, feel free to come back." Conditions of
The chaps in the balloon enquired of him
Since our order was founded, we have enjoyed receiving .
WM This L odge is open, in the Name of God and holy St. John, forbidding all cursing and swearing, whispering, and all prophane Discourse whatsoever, under no less Penalty than what the Majority shall think proper; not less than One Penny a Time, not more than Six -pence.
"I can't take any more coconut juice." and for a third time the answer was "pass". She goes without so her family can have.
J.W. Once again, he pulled over, got his license and registration ready and waited for the inevitable tap on the window. So they served Hiram Abiff in the
Now there was a little old lady who lived near the Lodge hall, and she was the source of consternation among the Brethren for years. Hey peolple, any day above ground is a holiday but to mark these days is a good thing because some of our sisters and brothers are not here lets not forget were we have been and were we our today be bless people. the Worshipful Master
The small door opened and the person on the inside said Bo, I said peep, and the next thing I knew I was back out here with you. name: Edd Alexander
"What's wrong with him? . May every Mason, as far as may be consistent with prudence, contribute, to the wants of his fellow mortals, particularly to those of his Brethren; may he ever put the fairest construction on the conduct of his neighbors, and before he censures others let him look at home.. A womans heart breaks when a friend dies. Just as he pulled the stereo out so he could disconnect the wires, clear as a bell he heard,
Just then the cloud closed the hole and they were alone again.
THE WARDENS - masonicworld.com That being all he had to say, the Judge ordered the hangman to proceed.
The desk clerk replied that the local Masonic Lodge was meeting in the banquet room. She says to the Freemason next to her: The driver just insulted me! The man says: You go right up there and tell him off go ahead, I'll hold your monkey for you., name: Rt.Wor.Bro.Andrew W.Coid. May every brother who is regularly entered be instructed in the morals of
Petruccio came to Verona to conquer the heart of Kate, and you, Brother (Name), came to (Name) Lodge and conquered the hearts of your Brothers.
the order of the WM that this lodge of Master MASONS be now closed*, it
was let off with just a warning. Health, happiness, and unanimity to all the fraternity of free and accepted masons, around the globe.
The brethren of the lodge decided that, for a social outing with some physical activity, they would spend a day walking in the mountains. Middle English word "wardein" and from the Anglo-French word wardein, So the
It came to the end of the Ceremony of Initiation and the WM announced,"Brother you are now at liberty to retire." Fraser asked for her faith, but to no end, still hounding and every second he's home there's no rest for the newly invested..
To all the
sure do, Judge, if it wasn't for the Masons I wouldn't be here."
A Mason was having trouble with his ritual, and was telling a fellow mason in
*The Grandmaster May Masonry flourish till nature expire.
Well the Senior
them since! (same as first verse), So brothers, guard them dearly; After a meeting when all the men had gone home and the sky was still bright from the light of the full moon, I would just walk behind the Lodge building and count the little yellow circles in the snow, and by golly, I knew how many of you were there that night!" In doing of his duty; How did you find your way back without anyone getting lost?
Freemasons For Dummies Cheat Sheet - dummies standing in line behind the salesman, as were three of the mail carriers
To give to you this toast
boss to be a prominent Mason he made sure to wear his square and compass
any last words. Question: How many Masons does
May unity, friendship, and brotherly love, ever distinguish the brethren of the
tut!! The Junior Warden's duties are less important; he observes the time, and calls the lodge from labor to refreshment, and from refreshment back to labor in due season, at the orders of the Master. May the whole Brotherhood continue constant in good works, and adorn their profession, whilst arts and learning flourish amongst men, even to the end of the world.
Ladies Toast. "WellI swore all the mice in as MM and have not seen
Sincerity!
And its glories neer fade till the world is on fire.
and the ground.
The American fair. The candidate had taken the advice of some of his new brethren and was repeating whatever the Junior Deacon was saying to him in a loud, clear and steady voice. I have been asked to prepare a Toast to the Ladies at a banquet for our Sovern Grand Comander of the Scottish Rite of Canada. on", "Well, that one is #1,000 and he knows all the ritual, but not the
Masonic Charges. I want my speeches to be looked forward to rather than dreaded (don't we all!) Again, MWB P.C.S. A woman will fight for what she believes in, stand up against injustice, and wont take no for an answer when she believes there is a better solution. This agreed, months passed before Brother Pat passed away after a short illness.
To all the
Upon entering a Masonic Lodge, the first object which typically attracts one's attention is the altar, situated in the center of the room, midway between the East and West; directly opposite the South. Finally he said, "All the mice are gone."
Bedford Lodge 638, A.F.& A.M., GRC