In the late 1800's, frontier Freemasonry was alive and well in Arizona. In 1897, Masons from around the State were travelling to Southern Arizona for the annual Communication. The territory was rough, the roads were unimproved and outlaws were abundant. On Tuesday, November 9th 1897, The Grand Lodge of Arizona commenced their sixteenth annual communication in the town of Bisbee......Underground.
Past Grand Master Rex Hutchens is well known for his books "Bridge to Light" and "Pillars of Wisdom". In this interview, MW Rex tells the story of his travels to the Grand East and through Scottish Rite.
Brother Cal Magness, Past Grand Lecturer, talks about what it means to be a mason and tells the story of when he got the call.
Brother David Sahady talks about his relationship with his Father and his GrandFather and explores is quest to find a common thread with the men in his life in order to gain a better understanding of them.
Brother Gerry Badinger, President of the Arizona Masonic Foundation for Children, talks about the importance of protecting children in our society today and how Freemasons have stepped up to the challenge.
Brother John Huth tells the story of his Father talking with Harry Truman about a young man whos father was killed in a tractor accident.
On this day, representatives from Arizona No. 2 presented Ralph with his 70 year Apron - celebrating 70 years as a Freemason. A 3 man team visited Norman to present his apron: Worshipful Master Jason Holbrook, Secretary & Past Master Andrew Warianka and Junior Warden Bo Buchanan. Upon presentation of his Apron, Brother Ralph began to cry and said "This is the best thing that has ever happened to me".
On this day, representatives from Arizona No. 2 presented Norman with his 50 year Apron - celebrating 50 years as a Freemason. A 3 man team visited Norman to present his apron: Worshipful Master Jason Holbrook, Secretary & Past Master Andrew Warianka and Junior Warden Bo Buchanan.
Antonio is a New York Transplant in Arizona who has found a home in Freemasonry - in part, thanks to his Godfather. Join brother Antonio as he shares his story of discovery and growth in Freemasonry.
Right before I went back home to visit family in Illinois, I was reading an article by Robert Johnson of Midnight Freemasons. When I discovered he was in Illinois, I made plans to visit his home lodge of Waukegan Lodge No. 78 and interview him for the On The Level Series. Robert also hosts his own Podcast "Whence Came You".
Timothy Dougherty got involved in DeMolay as a young man. So when he came of age to join Freemasonry - Tim wasted no time. Tim talked about how his mentors stayed with him from DeMolay to Freemasonry and how they helped him weather some tough times in life.
Jim Watson says he's a simple man with a simple plan. Yet he's anything but simple. From the time he was a a young man, certain people in the community had an eye on Jim. And he would prove their intuitions right.
Jim Watson says he's a simple man with a simple plan. Yet he's anything but simple. From the time he was a a young man, certain people in the community had an eye on Jim. And he would prove their intuitions right.
Knock, and a door will be opened. Okay - maybe you have to knock 3 times. Randy tells the story of his interest in Freemasonry and how his neighbor played a big role.
Jean Claude Malterre came to America from France for a job opportunity and never left. Since that time, he became a mason in Tucson Lodge No. 4. He is now Worshipful Master of the Grand Lodge of Arizona Military Degree team and talks about the importance of honoring our soldiers.
A chance encounter with Freemasons hall while visiting London in his youth led to a lifelong involvement with Freemasonry. Johnny Royal has had a passion for years about telling the story of Freemasonry and after several years he is now able to bring his passion to the big screen. 33 Degrees and beyond is a documentary telling the world about what Freemasonry is.
During the 300th year anniversary of the first Grand Lodge (England) - a group of brothers decided to travel to the worlds oldest Lodge - Mother Kilwining Lodge 0. Right Worshipful Master of Mother Lodge, Charles Hughes, talks about his 22 year progression to the East and how Masonry has affected his life.
Many people don't know that John Wayne was a Mason. But one day, when "The Duke" was filming a movie in southern Arizona near Tucson - John Wayne entered masonry at Marion McDaniel Lodge.
Most Worshipful Tim Seay talks about leadership, non profits and Freemasonry and how he has tried to make an impact during his time in the high office of Arizona Prince Hall Masonry.
Scott, Steve and Jim: The three pillars of Masonry - Faith, Hope and Charity. Recorded May 19th, 2016.