The Halfway Mark.

Well, my 6th month as Master has passed. I must say it has indeed been a very interesting journey so far. Pioneer Lodge # 1 has been very active in supporting the various projects going on within the jurisdiction and we have the honor of hosting the 116th Annual Communication of the M.W. Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Minnesota.

During the past 6 months, I have had a fair share of disappointments and good times. Fortunately, for me the good has far outweighed the bad! The task of making the meetings interesting yet shorter has been at the forefront of my task list. Attendance has also followed right along with that as well.

As the journey of Lead Steward (Worshipful Master) takes me over the hill and speeds towards the end of the year, I have to say with 100% honesty, that I have served my lodge to my utmost. The active Past Masters have commented that I'm doing a fine job and have commended me for my service thus far. Other  Brethren of the lodge have also made similar statements. The lodge newsletter is still being published quarterly and the compliments are nice. As I close out this post, I'm looking forward to the remainder of my term in 2010.

Reflection on my first 2 months as Master.

Well, my first two months at the helm are done. I can say that while the experience has been very consuming time wise and mentally it has been rewarding. It has deepened my appreciation for the men who have gone before me and led Pioneer to its current time.

These past months have been interesting to say the least! I have sat in the East to confer degrees or to fill in for the then current Worshipful Master but it is not the same when the seat is yours for the next 12 months. The decisions are YOURS to make and the fallout (there will always be fallout) is YOURS to take.


Now with that being said, it's not all chore work. If you have a group of Past Masters who will guide you and advise you, then your year will go smoothly. Another thing is to have a good Secretary and Treasurer. These 2 Brothers are your right hand men along with your Wardens. In closing I must say I look forward to the next 2 months.