DDGM Messages for 2007-2008

We are all members of a social matrix. A part of a society in constant evolution to we know not what and, yet, it is the context in which we all live.

We are enjoined to be good citizens, obey the law and to practice benevolence and charity.

We are encouraged to study the liberal arts and sciences and to expand our studies in masonry.

All of this is to be done within the guidelines – the holy precepts – of virtue and morality as expressed in the Volume of the Sacred Law.

We believe that the Volume of the Sacred law expresses the will of the G.A.O.T.U. and contains the truths and promises of a good life and, thus, from the creator to the created are given the pathway to our heaven.

Our society has many who struggle to share in the promises of a life less harried by concern, more open to allowing them to express their talents, and to be partakers of the benefits others seem to enjoy. For some the needs are physical, for others, material but, for all, the need to return to a life based in spirituality, is a fact.

Today it seems that material concerns are uppermost and we see a society whose message is that life will be full and gratifying if our material needs are met.

If we accept that premise, we may ask “How much?” Is it enough to have shelter from the environment, food to nurture, clothes to protect us? Do we need a car or two or three? Are the decorations for our shelter as nice as they could be? Do our clothes bear designer labels? Have we money to access the entertainment that distracts us from our angst? Are we set up to fully enjoy the benefits of a just and comfortable society?

How much is enough to allow us to look about at the other needs of man which cannot be satisfied materially?

Let’s mention the need to be loved and, significantly, the need we have to love and care for others. Loving and caring for others allows us to feel truly in touch with life, aware of our creator within us and we are happy and communicate that happiness to others.

In a material world, let us, as masons, point to the bright morning star of hope and revitalization in a spiritual and fulfilling life.

Find yourself in others and give of yourself!