more light #47
Masons Are Being Watched
Published
by Ed Halpaus
Grand Lodge Education Officer
Grand Lodge of A. F. & A. M. of Minnesota
31 October 2005
From the October 1989 issue of The Trestle Board of the St. Paul Masonic
Bodies.
Masons are being watched. Our Masonic Temples, Lodge Halls, Shrine Temples
are being observed by the curious eyes of John Q. Public who wonders "what goes
on in there?"
A deteriorated, sloppy, unpainted, and unsightly building that houses us is
looked upon by many people as reflecting the image of the people it represents.
People gather an idea of what Masons are by what they see. It is up to all of
us to do what we can to improve the image of ourselves, our buildings and
grounds, and to see that they are well kept and maintained. Some replaced and
relocated. Sight recognition is one of the most important assets that any film
star can have to gauge his popularity with the public. Likewise, our Fraternity
should demonstrate that we are as squared away ourselves as we would want any
new members to be.
In any venture, the quality of the environment in which the venture is
conducted contributes, in direct proportion to the quality, to the success or
failure of the venture. Thus, our physical facilities must be compatible and
conducive to the fulfillment of our purposes and objectives.
TAKE A GOOD LOOK AT YOURSELF! YOU Are Somebody's Impression Of Masonry!
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