SERVICE
He has not served who gathers gold,
Nor has he served whose life is told In selfish contests he has won,
Or expert deeds he may have done,
But he has served who now and then Has helped along his fellow men; Our
Masonry needs such men today,
Strong,
gracious,
kind in every way,
With cheerful mien and helpful hands,
The complete faith that understands The beauty of the simple deed,
Which serves another soul in need; Good men to stand beside the weak,
To listen well,
while others speak,
Those who squarely play life's game,
Nor ask reward of gold or fame. May we then do the best we can To help along
our brother man,
And pray we lose all selfish need To glory in the larger deed,
Which paves the road and lights the way For all who chance to come our way,
That every word and deed and thought,
May with the love of God be fraught. back to top |