Worshipful Master's Message

Brethren,
Peace unto you and welcome to the next Masonic year at St. John’s Lodge No. 2. Since my son and Brother Tom Atkinson is getting married this September, I think of this as the "Wedding Year". It is, therefore, most appropriate that you will find some things old, some things new, some things borrowed and many things blue this year. First, let us try something new by starting off with a dinner prior to the opening of Lodge. Past Master Walt Wonchoba told a candidate that the fellowship and breaking of bread was one of the most important parts of the fraternity. So, we will start off by having an Italian dinner beginning at 6:30 PM. Please confirm with me that you will attend the dinner. Throughout the year, we will have other new events and opportunities for the Brethren, so make sure you attend to be part of it all.

Second, please visit our website www.stjohns-no2-de.com for additional information, advanced notice of the trestleboards, and great Masonic links. Although "old", our webmaster, PM Dave Parker has totally revamped the website and we have a new look. If you have access to a computer or visit the library but do not have an email address, contact our webmaster, PM Dave Parker and he can set you up with a FREE email account. For something borrowed, we will borrow a bit of the dedication ritual to dedicate the paver blocks which enhance the historic marker that adorns the front of our building. The blocks are due to ship on September 21st and, I hope they can be received and in place for our Stated Communication in October.For something blue, always remember your blue lodge. By way of remembrance, all the Masonic birthday celebrants will receive the blue "forget-me-not" pin. This month there are 544 years of Masonry listed. Throughout the year, there will be additional "blue" items to obtain or purchase. May the Great Architect of the Universe grant and bless you with harmony in all parts of your life, both now and forevermore.

Fraternally yours,

Herb Atkinson
Worshipful Master