From the Worshipful Master

On Masonic Families

We’ve talked and written a lot this year about our Masonic families, and how it’s important to give and receive the support of our Brothers and Sisters in our appendant and concordant organizations. What about our own personal families? Can a Mason be successful without the support of his family?

Freemasonry, as you all know, takes time. We prepare for meetings, we go to degrees, we practice our ritual. We find ways to help in the community. Without the support of your spouse or significant other, I don’t see how one can make that investment.

I’ve seen very active Masons need to take a step back from doing what they love to do because their new significant other was not supportive. This, not only puts a strain on the organization, but also the relationship.

When speaking to candidates, it should be a necessity to find out how his family feels about him joining. If they are not on board, there’s a good chance he won’t be able to divide his time enough to learn his proficiency or be an active member if he does get through.

One of the goals of Freemasonry is to make good men better, I would argue it makes good families better, but in order to make anyone better you need buy in from all involved.

Fraternally,
Stephen Liguori
Worshipful Master