On The Level w/ Fred & Chris...

In Episode 15 Fred and Chris discuss how Freemasonry helps us to deal with the baggage we bring to the Fraternity. Every man bring his past experiences both good and both and both can be utilized as a Mason.  We explore Fred's background and how modern Freemasonry's brotherhood and fraternal network help us as Masons to stare down our demons together and begin to accept that our past trauma can help us strengthen our future selves!#freemasonry #podcast #bluelodge DigiSphere Marketing Full service digital marketing agencySupport the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In this important Episode, Fred and Chris discuss the issue of Racism in the fraternity. From discussing the history and current status of Prince Hall, to dealing with issues within our own Lodges and Appendant bodies, we explore the various challenges we face today in Freemasonry. Chris brings to everyone's attention this important part of the Masonic Digest in the Jurisdiction of Florida: " A dark ballot cast based solely on a Candidate’s race, creed, or country of origin shall be found CLEAR, and the Candidate shall be Initiated, Passed, and Raised WITHOUT OBJECTION unless a valid objection is forthcoming. (2008 Proc. 107-108)"Please help us educate the craft that Grand Lodge has provided for the presiding officer to overturn a ballot when race, creed, or country of origin are in question, and it becomes the burden of the person that dropped the black cube to make their case for a legitimate reason for the black ball to stand. We hope you enjoy this episode and we fully expect to be getting some feedback on this one!Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In Episode 14, Fred and Chris continue to delve into the lessons of the 2nd or Fellow Craft Degree in Freemasonry. If the first is the basis of our art, the second degree unlocks infinitely more working tools, lessons, charges, and morals ideals to consume! This is the fourth and final in a multi - part series on the lessons from the FC Degree. In this Episode Fred and Chris discuss the seven liberal art and sciences! Grammar, Rhetoric, Logic, Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and Astronomy. Learn which ones are favorites of Chris and Fred and why. As always leave us a comment or email us with what you liked or didn't like!Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In Episode 13, Fred and Chris continue to delve into the lessons of the 2nd or Fellow Craft Degree in Freemasonry. If the first is the basis of our art, the second degree unlocks infinitely more working tools, lessons, charges, and morals ideals to consume! This is the second in a multi - part series on the lessons from the FC Degree. In this Episode Fred and Chris discuss the wages of a Fellow Craft and their "no so obvious" deep symbolic meaning to us as Freemasons. This is the third installment of our initial discussions about the Fellow Craft Degree. Next week we will release our fourth and final part study if this fascinating and illuminating degree! As always leave us a comment or email us with what you liked or didn't like!Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In Episode 12, Fred and Chris continue to delve into the lessons of the 2nd or Fellow Craft Degree in Freemasonry. If the first is the basis of our art, the second degree unlocks infinitely more working tools, lessons, charges, and morals ideals to consume! This is the second in a multi - part series on the lessons from the FC Degree. The Fellow Craft Degree is progression from being newly born into Freemasonry to now being a full fledge working man. This means we must arm ourselves with education about all aspects of human experiences and knowledge, no small task to achieve, and lots to delve deeply into from a speculative point of view. We hope you like our discussion on these topics. As always leave us a comment or email us with what you liked or didn't like!Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In Episode 11, Fred and Chris begin to give into the lessons of the Fellow Craft Degree. If the First Degree is the basis of our art, the second degree unlocks infinitely more working tools, lessons, charges, and moral ideals to consume! This is the first in a three part series on the lessons from the FC Degree. The Fellow Craft degree is a progression from being newly born into Freemasonry to now being a full fledge working man. This means we must arm ourselves with education about all aspects of human experience and knowledge, no small task to achieve, and lots to delve deeply into from a speculative point of view. We hope you like our discussion on these topics. As always leave us comment or email us what you liked or didn't like!Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In Episode 10, Fred and Chris discuss the top 5 things you can do to improve your lodge starting right now, today!Lodges in Florida vary from the struggling to the strong, where on this scale is your lodge? Regardless of the answer to this question, you can be a part of improving your lodge if you want to be a good Mason and Brother within your Lodge. From the simple obvious suggestions that are easy to do, all the way to the more complicated suggestion.. Fred and Chris discuss the "top 5" things that you can do.  If you listen to this podcast and think something else should have made the top 5 list, drop us a line and let us know! If you loved our suggestions and they worked or failed, please also let us know! You can be a part of the renaissance of Freemasonry in Florida just by making the choice to act!#freemasonry #podcast #bluelodgeSupport the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In Episode 009, Fred and Chris drill into some more important lessons from the Entered Apprentice (EA) Degree. Discover how Fred & Chris perceive the lessons in Freemasonry to speak to them through the Entered Apprentice degree preparation, rituals, symbols, and working tools. If you want to be a better man, then you want to listen to this Episode because it's the foundation on which the rest of Freemasonry is built upon within your Masonic Career. Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In Episode 008, Fred and Chris drill into some important lessons from the Entered Apprentice Degree. Discover how Fred & Chris perceive the lessons in Freemasonry to speak to them through the Entered Apprentice degree preparation, rituals, symbols, and working tools. If you want to be a better man, then you want to listen to this Episode because it's the foundation on which the rest of Freemasonry is built upon within your Masonic Career. Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In this interview, Fred interviews Chris on his upcoming installation as WM. How he prepared himself and his family for the upcoming year's commitment is just one of the topics discussed. As a side note, Fred finally figured out the sound and editing issues- unfortunately, this episode is just a little less than optimal. Give it a listen, and let us know what you think...  Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In Episode 6 of On the Level with Fred and Chris, Fred & Chris discuss the idea that Masons should meet on the level. What does this phrase mean and how does one apply the philosophy of meeting on the level or being "on the level" not only in their Masonic lives but in every day life as well. Plumb the depths of the meaning of the Masonic phrase and philosophy of being "On The Level" with us! Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In this episode Fred and Chris discuss how important it is to engage with your new members. If we don't make a serious effort to welcome and engage new members, you can expect them to stop coming to Lodge and being involved very quickly. Many Lodges struggle to keep their newly raised Master Masons active, and in this Episode we have some answers and suggestions to help keep more of your new Masons involved!#freemasonry #freemasonpodcast #onthelevelguys Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In this Episode Fred and Chris discuss the many difficult situations Masons may find themselves in and give their thoughts on how to deal with them. From warning a brother of approaching danger to whispering in the ear of an erring brother, we discuss the reality of living the ideals that our obligations, lectures, and charges tell us about. Listen and drop a line about how you handle these difficult situations in your life and in your lodge.Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In this, the first episode of #onthelevelwithfredandchris the guys are jumping in with both feet, Conflict Between Brothers, and issue no lodge is exempt from.  The tech learning curve is a thing but for a couple of newbies it comes off pretty darn good. Give a listen and as always please comment via email and don’t forget to leave us a 5-star ratting. fred@onthelevelwithfredandchris.comchris@onthelevelwithfredandchris.comSupport the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

As Fred & Chris continue to work through the tech- with relatively great success. They discuss the making of new masons, from birth into Entered Apprentice to the raising of a Master Mason. Veiled in allegory and taught through symbolism, the craft teaches masons to be men of the highest integrity with a humble attitude toward serving the community. Join us for the conversation.  Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In this their third podcast, Chris and Fred discuss the unique system of education found in Free Masonry. "Free Masonry is a system of morality valid in allegory and illustrated by symbols. From how ritual is apart of everyday life and learning to how memorization (a large part of masonic ritual) can benefit Brian health, the guys give a free flowing conversation about how masonry has impacted them personally and how it has changed the lives of other. Join them On The Level...Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris

In this their third podcast, Chris and Fred discuss the unique system of education found in Free Masonry. "Free Masonry is a system of morality veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols. From how ritual is a part of everyday life and learning to how memorization (a large part of the masonic ritual) can benefit brain health, the guys give a free-flowing conversation about how masonry has impacted them personally and how it has changed the lives of others. Join them On The Level...Support the showConnect with us on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Linkedin Email us directly! Fred Chris