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Greetings
It is an honor to be the
presiding Master of Whatcom Lodge. We are located in Bellingham Washington
and meet on the third Thursday of each month. Whatcom Lodge has a rich
history, having been formed in 1906. Our membership like all Masonic
Lodges, is based upon the ideal that Masonry is a fraternal organization,
the oldest known fraternal group, which is based upon the concept of
making good men better. Additionally Lodges also expand the knowledge and
abilities of its members through the use of symbolic teachings and
rituals.
At Whatcom Lodge we attempt
to advance all Masonic principles however hospitality is very important.
The simple ideal of being nice to each other and showing consideration and
support is what I most enjoy about the fraternity. This coupled with
service and charity makes being a Mason most enjoyable and meaningful.
It is the principle of
Masonry that one must ask a Mason to become a Mason. So this should
explain why you don't receive bulk membership mailing or Spam e-mailing
for membership. It is the slogan of our membership committee 2B1ask 1.
Whatcom Lodge works to be
an active force in our community. The members sponsor two different
education scholarships and we sponsor six youth athletic teams each year.
Recognition and support is
also important, in that area Whatcom Lodge recognizes an educator each
quarter, not saying that teacher is the best but identifying one teacher
each quarter who is making a great impact upon the students they teach.
The lodge is very proud of these teachers and we hope this small
recognition helps teachers everywhere know they are valued and supported.
Masonic youth organization
also receive support from Whatcom Lodge not only financial but through
direct participation in their organizations, as leaders and advisers.
For those Masons who might
have the time and opportunity please accept this invitation to visit
Whatcom Lodge. To those who might be considering membership in Whatcom
Lodge or any Masonic Lodge, ask a Mason or request further information
from this or any Masonic site. You will not regret your inquiry. One of my
personal regrets is not asking my father about Masonic Lodge membership
until he was in such health that we only had a few opportunities to attend
lodge together.
Fraternally Yours
Glen
Hutchings
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