A reflection on the ornaments by our Past Master Ed Brown: In the first degree of Masonry, the newly initiated member is given a glimpse into the symbolism and allegories associated with Masonry with the understanding that much will be learned as he both studies the first lessons and, later, […]
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The summer of 2022 brought the maturation of two new Masons, Charlie Barker and Alex Ward, who were raised as Masters in early August. Having demonstrated proficiency in the work at both the Entered Apprentice and the Fellowcraft levels of Masonry during the previous year, they were given the literal […]
My Masonic Journey Thus Far My masonic journey thus far began a little over a year ago. I was searching for that something in my life that would help me to become more than I was. I started looking into various social clubs around town, but I had always been […]
Our Lodge will host a series of educational lectures at stated meetings for the rest of the year. They will cover a range of topics and be delivered by both esteemed guests and resident Masonic scholars. Which will you attend? Email us to let us know! secretary@wacomasonic.org
On Saturday, John-Michael Gillaspy became the newest Master of Waco Lodge as he and his team of officers were installed by Grand Orator Rhit Moore and Past Master Ed Brown. Lunch was provided by Brother Gillaspy’s wife and his kids were in attendance to witness his arrival in the East. […]
A real cowboy was laid to rest today and honored by both his Brothers from Waco Masonic Lodge as well as his fellow riders with the Tejas Vaqueros. Johnny Van Matre was born in the midst of World War II to Clovis and Mamie Van Matre. From a young age, […]
I recently visited the Grand Lodge of Montana with Waco Masonic Lodge’s mascot, Marble, and my fiance, Tatiena. We were hosted by Daniel Gardiner, a dear friend who happens to be the Grand Secretary of Montana and one of the world’s leading experts in the early development of Masonic ritual […]
This is the first in a series of posts that will aim to utilize the library of Waco Lodge to share insight about Freemasonry. Social, cultural, and political context may come into play with some of that insight and should not be mistaken to represent social, cultural, or political views […]
Today, the Waco Tribune featured the history of our lodge, the Grand Lodge, and a review of how the Waco community can and should take advantage of having the Grand Lodge Memorial Temple at its center. Check it out by clicking here: https://www.wacotrib.com/news/local/grand-lodge-of-texas-an-overlooked-treasury-of-history-architecture/article_e9912078-20a6-5c21-a17f-07d235540dc4.html
Waco Lodge continued an annual tradition that goes back to at least the 1910s: delivery of flowers to our lodge’s widows during the holidays. It is always one of the favorite projects of many brothers and this year was no different. Personally, I’ve greatly enjoyed getting to know some of […]