The Mason At The Threshold: A Call To Renewal For 2026

By Bro Gerrit Roebert Ockerse DGMembership Officer KwazuluNatal Preface This paper is respectfully submitted for the consideration of the Brethren, with the intention of inspiring renewed dedication to the Craft as we enter the year 2026. It reflects upon the symbolism of new beginnings, the duties of a Mason in a changing world, and the … Read more

The Craft and the Royal Arch: Two Halves of One Masonic Journey

Philosophical Piece W Bro Lee White Within Freemasonry there are many degrees and orders, each carrying its own lessons, traditions, and symbolism. Among these, the relationship between Craft Freemasonry and the Royal Arch holds a special place. Rather than being separate paths, they are best understood as two parts of a single symbolic journey. For … Read more

Why the Royal Arch is Called the Completion of the Master Mason Degree

Philosophical Piece by W Bro Lee White One of the most frequently quoted statements in Freemasonry is that “The Royal Arch is the completion of the Master Mason degree.” To understand why, we must look at the symbolic story that unfolds within the Craft degrees. The journey of a Freemason begins with the Entered Apprentice, … Read more

Masonic Etiquette

WBro Tony Caloba & WBro David Zavad) Masonic Etiquette is largely unpublished as well as unspoken, therefore, up until now, it has been more difficult to learn its rules and nuances. WBro Caloba, supported by WBro David Zavad presented a fascinating look into the what, the how and the why of Lodge etiquette. The talk … Read more