Guide for the next Senior Warden

Copied from the Guild of Lodge Secretaries Page IntroductionTo be elected Senior Warden is not merely to receive an office—it is to accept a sacred trust. In the symbolic structure of the Lodge, the Senior Warden stands in the West as the pillar of Strength, supporting the Worshipful Master and helping preserve the harmony, dignity, … Read more

On the Level. By the Plumb. That’s the Work.

By W Bro Antonio Caloba DDGM Kwazulu-Natal In Freemasonry, the tools of the Craft are never merely objects. They are reminders, teachers, and quiet companions on the lifelong journey of self-improvement. Among these, the Level and the Plumb hold a special place, particularly in the lessons entrusted to the Wardens. The image, The Wardens Jewels, … Read more

The Origin & Role of Deacons in Freemasonry

(WBro Schalk Jacobs, WM Umlazi Lodge) “When you are initiated, your senses are overwhelmed by what the ceremony entails. Your first regular meeting is a bit intimidating as you start to see the various offices, experience the opening and closing ceremonies, the way the lodge is structured, and the way the meeting proceeds. There is … 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WBro Tony Caloba & WBro David Zavad) Masonic Etiquette is largely unpublished as well as unspoken, therefore, up until now, it has been more difficult to learn its rules and nuances.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

Duguza’s Lodge Mentors Report

By W Bro Kenneth Stephen Darby PADGDC-February 2025 Brethren Freemasonry reminds us that true progress lies in the balance between labour and refreshment, a principle that resonates far beyond the Lodge. Just as we labour with purpose, we must also honour the moments of refreshment that renew our energy and sharpen our focus. The recent … Read more