Short Talk Bulletin

Brethren this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written and is brought to us by MW Bro William J. Thomas, PGM – NY. It is interesting to speculate what the great historical figures might have done when faced with some of the problems we face today. Here, we find an excellent discussion, originally presented to the Grand Lodge of New York. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podca...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy and first published in October 1952. The education of the Father of America was a haphazard affair at best, and yet we will find no man more revered by history. Here, we find the story of the man, well worth reflecting on upon this President’s day. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes w...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Eugene Beckman, PGCh – SC, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. The human hand is one of the greatest things God has created. Here, we find an excellent discussion of the importance of our hands, not only to ourselves individually, but to the Craft. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podc...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton and was first published in December 1927. After the home and the house of prayer, the Lodge, or men’s house, has been part of human civilization since pre-history. Behind this is the truth, that the life of man must reproduce the law and order of the world in which he lives. Enjoy, and do share th...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Stewart Minor, PGM – VA, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar Star @14, Bath ME. It seems sometimes that Freemasons are preoccupied with the past, the days of glory long gone for the Craft. Here we find an excellent discussion, with some ideas about the role we, as Freemasons, are to play in this modern world,...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by the Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton, and first published in January 1927. Written almost 100 years ago, these words ring as true and relevant today as they did then, and we, who are drinking from wells we did not dig would be wise, indeed, to pay them our attention. The World is a whispering gallery, a hall of mirrors that deserve our...

Brethren this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is an abstract from a much larger volume by Bro Alphonse Cerza, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. Freemasonry is a supporter of civil law, government, and justice. But seldom does it turn to the law for relief. Here we find an excellent discussion concerning various ways Freemasonry and the Law have interacted in the pa...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Rev Dr Joseph Fort Newton, and first published in September 1927. The story of the Ruffians is familiar to every Master Mason, and a grim reminder that evil men, acting from low and selfish motives, sometimes do throw the race of mankind into darkness and confusion. Why has this become part of the legend of the Craft? As Bro New...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro George S. Graffen, PDGM – Scotland, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. The Master Mason degree is called the Sublime Degree, and for good reason. I recently participated in a third degree as Senior Deacon (best seat in the house). It occurred to me that all newly made Master Mas...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro H. Dwight McCallister, PGM – NC, and was first published in March 1981. Every man who comes into Masonry comes of his own free will and accord; he is not invited to become a member, and he must knock upon the door. Our Masonic responsibilities can really be summed up in one word – practice. Enjoy, and do share thi...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Dr. Bro John W. Boucher, Cypress #295, Naples FL, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, PM – Solar #14, Bath ME. In 1996, several members of a church destroyed a garden dedicated to a brother. This is that story. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy of the golden pen, and pays homage to these most important brothers in our Lodges. Think of your own Secretary, and how much he does. Maybe you are the Secretary of your Lodge; maybe you are the brand-new Secretary who has just taken office (such as in my own home Lodge); this one is for you. Enjoy, and do share t...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in January 1988, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. On September 11, 1987, at the Masonic Temple in Philadelphia PA, Lt Gen Robert D. Springer USAF was made a Mason at sight by RW Carl Stenberg, GM – PA. Here is the story. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episode...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by WBro Charles S. Anthony, PM – Paul Revere #321, St. Louis Park MN, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. We must agree that capable line appointments are one of the basic responsibilities accepted by lodge Masters, and one that has lasting consequences in the life of the lodge. Here we f...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode are the remarks of WBro Frederick H. Buck, PM – King Soloman’s Lodge #44, Shakopee MN, at a banquet held to honor his 70 years of Masonic service, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. With no further introduction necessary, do enjoy, and share with you brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is part of a manual for Masons, published by the Grand Lodge A.F. & A. M. of Canada in the Province of Ontario, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. It is not easy to exemplify all of the tenets of our chosen profession in our daily lives. Here we find an excellent Short Talk, aimed at assisting us with that very thin...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written in 1975 by Rev Bro Oscar Alan Gwyn, and was released on this Podcast previously. As this year finally draws to a close and we celebrate with our loved ones, let us again remember why these two particular Saints have come to mean so much to our order, representing as they do the two great aims of the Craft: Righteousness and Love. Enjoy...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Dr. Bro Joseph Blau, in remembrance of his father. May we all receive the gift of Immanu El, God with us, this season. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Brian Murphy, PGM – MT, and was first published in December 2016. The winter solstice is a time when the days are shortest and the nights longest, and we sometimes encourage ourselves with memories of brighter, warmer days. Here we have an excellent essay, told from a decidedly Masonic perspective. Enjoy, and do share t...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by WBro F. Lamar Pearson, Past Editor of the Masonic Messenger, the official publication of the GL of GA, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. What to do with the newly made Mason is a challenge that has faced Worshipful Masters, subordinate Lodges, and Grand Lodges perhaps more than any other question. Here w...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by WBro David R. Flight, PM – Governeur’s #500, NY, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United #8, ME. Here we find an excellent discussion of a program meant to retain and involve members. How many brothers have you seen raised, and then never came back? Please enjoy, and do share this with your brothers...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written in 1997 by Bro W. A. Bainbridge of Baden Powell Lodge #381 in Wellington, NZ. Upon contacting the GL of NZ and then #381, it was determined that due to age and infirmity Bro Bainbridge wouldn’t be able to record this Short Talk. However, the Secretary of #381, Bro Ed Robinson, stepped up and brings us this excellent piece of Masonic hi...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Ill C. Fred Kleinknect, 33rd, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar $14, Bath ME. In this season of giving, we also find some of our membership alone, stuck in hospitals that care for the body, who would benefit from some care for the soul by a brother. Please do share this with all of your brothers and your Lodge, and do ta...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from December of 1924, and is brought to us by Bro Colin Briton of Freeport #23, Maine. Here we find a discussion of the importance of the committees who investigate new applicants as well as those who examine visiting Brethren, still timely and yet timeless. Enjoy, and do share all of these episodes with you Lodge and your brothers.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is based on “The Master’s Carpet,” by Rabbi Bro Sheldon Gordon, Ionic Lodge #186, Duluth MN, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. Here we find an excellent discussion concerning the Great Light in Masonry, which should be the rule and guide of our faith. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcas...