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Georgian South DistrictDistrict Deputy Grand Master
Right Worshipful Bro. John Imrie
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At this time, I would again thank the brethren of
Georgian South District for placing their trust in me by electing me
as their District Deputy Grand Master for 2009-2010. I will strive to
live up to the high standards set by my predecessors with the aid and
assistance of your District Secretary, W. Bro. David Hunter. I look forward to an enjoyable year working with all brethren within the District and hope to see many of them that I have known over the years and renew old friendships as well as build new ones. This District is fortunate to have many well skilled and dedicated masons, who work tireless for the common good of masonry in their respective lodges, Georgian South District and Grand Lodge for which I thank them. The Grand Master recently on the Grand Lodge web site quoted something he saw in New Jersey and I would like it to be something we adopt in Georgian South District and I quote: “FREEMASONRY – LOVE IT, TALK IT, LIVE” Freemasonry is the oldest and largest world wide fraternity dedicated to the Brotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of a Supreme Being. Although of a religious nature, Freemasonry is not a religion. It urges its members, however, to be faithful and devoted to their own religious beliefs. In our Province the governing body is called the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of Canada in the Province of Ontario. It is under the leadership of the Grand Master. He presides over the 53,000 Masons who belong to one or more of the 571 lodges in our jurisdiction. Each of these lodges is under the direction of a Worshipful Master. Any man who becomes a Mason is taught a pattern for living; reverence - morality - kindness - honesty - dependability and compassion. He must be prepared to honour his country, uphold its laws and respect those in authority. He must be prepared to maintain honourable relations with others and be willing to share in Masonic activities. Freemasonry is a way of life. This year the District Project is Hospice Simcoe which will be opening their new facilities in the fall of 2009. Hospice Simcoe is a home away from home offering compassion and caring support services specifically for those at the end of life’s journey. The residential Hospice Home will offer a choice for end of life care in a home like setting with professional care twenty four hours a day at no cost. It will be a welcoming place where families can feel supported and can spend time with their loved ones. Hospice Simcoe will be opening their new facilities in the fall of 2009. Hospice Simcoe is a home away from home offering compassion and caring support services specifically for those at the end of life’s journey. The residential Hospice Home will offer a choice for end of life care in a home like setting with professional care twenty four hours a day at no cost. It will be a welcoming place where families can feel supported and can spend time with their loved ones. Please support our District Project # 2392 Sincerely & Fraternally John H. Imrie District Deputy Grand Master Georgian South District
What is Freemasonry?Freemasonry is the oldest and largest worldwide fraternity dedicated to the Brotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of a Supreme Being (We have members of all faiths). Although of a religious nature, Freemasonry is not a religion. It urges its members however, to be faithful and devoted to their own religious beliefs. The organization of Freemasonry is based on a system of Grand Lodge, each sovereign within its own territory. There is no central authority governing all Grand Lodges. However, to be acknowledged by others, accepted traditions, standards and practices must be maintained. In our Province the governing body is called the Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of Ontario. It is under the leadership of a Grand Master. He presides over the 57,000 Masons who belong to one or more of the 611 Lodges in our jurisdiction. Each of the these lodges is under the direction of a Master. As a fraternity, Freemasonry provides an opportunity for men to meet and enjoy friendly companionship. In the spirit of helpfulness and brotherly love and guided by strict moral principles it encourages goodwill toward all mankind. Freemasonry is of a personal nature in its private ceremonies. Its ritual dramatizes a philosophy of life based on morality. It promotes self-improvement. The tools of operative masons are used to symbolize and teach the basic principles of brotherly love, charity and truth which Masons are encouraged to practice in their daily lives, Charity is tangible way in which Masons help those whose circumstances in like fairly warrant it. The fraternity does not conceal its existence, purpose, aims or principles. Masonic Halls bearing the lodge name and emblem are familiar sights in towns and cities throughout Ontario. Many members proudly wear Masonic insignia on rings, pins and emblems on their vehicles. To be one, ask oneMembership is for men, 21 years of age or older, who meet the qualifications and standards of character and reputation, who are of good moral character, and who believe in the existence of a supreme being. Questions on Freemasonry and Membership may be directed to our District Secretary. Information on History and Membership can be obtained here. The Structure of FreemasonryThe Structure of Freemasonry can be viewed in a painting by Everett Henry that appeared in LIFE, vol. 41 no. 15 October 8th 1956 (Time Inc., Chicago) The full image can be viewed here or by clicking the image below.
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