Short Talk Bulletin

From July of 1961, this Short Talk examines ideas in the book of the same title by James Allen, and discusses how, in his own thought-world, each man holds the key to every condition, good or bad, that enters into his life, and that, by working patiently and intelligently upon his thoughts, he may remake his life, and transform his circumstances.

Written while the world was still reeling from WWI, this Short Talk is poignant even today, and offers a reassuring look ahead, despite what we now know occurred in the intervening century. We are reminded, heading into 2019, that the benefits of Freemasonry are timeless.

Written by Dr. Joseph L. Blau in 1965, this Short Talk dives into the origins and meanings of our annual holiday traditions, and is both timeless and timely. Merry Christmas!

This episode is brought to us by RW Bro Peter Cutler , current DDGM 14th Maine, and discusses the symbolism of the badge of a Mason. Originally written in 1927, these timeless ideas help tell us who we are as Masons.

For this Short Talk, we are joined by Elizabeth Meldrum, Miss Job’s Daughter of Virginia 2016-17, who brings us this inspiring Short Talk about Job’s Daughters, and by extension all youth based appendant bodies. Enjoy!

This episode, written by Rev Bro Oscar Alan Gwyn, explores why these two Christian Saints were taken by the Craft and made our own, as they represent the two great aims of our order: righteousness and love. Enjoy!

This episode discusses what we, as Masons, should tell those who are pro-fane, or without the Temple, and is an excellent introduction to the Craft. 

Written by WBro Bates LaGrande, this Short Talk discusses the meanings of the Scripture readings from the three degrees.

Written by Bro Jim Tressner, this Short Talk explores the mystical role the Senior Deacon plays in the ritual, guiding the candidate through the experiences of the degrees.

Written by Jennifer Maynard, Grand Representative of the Order of the Eastern Star of Ohio, this Short Talk explores how the Masonic family can be a source of blessings far away.

This Short Talk discusses the Hiramic Legend: what it means, why it is a part of the Craft, and how we see it in relation to our own lives. Brought to you by WBro. David Kancz, United #8, Brunswick, Maine.

This Short Talk is taken from an address made to the Grand Lodge of Kentucky’s annual communication by the visiting Grand Master of Tennessee, Casey Hood.

Author Marvin L. Anderson, PGM of Arizona, wrote this STB to give some direction to Lodges about what their individual responsibilities are.