Trestleboard: From The South – Meet the Masters
Brethren:
The lodge’s membership program is thriving in comparison with similar programs of most lodges. The growth, to a great extent, has to do with our website and “Meet the Master’s” event. Meet the Master’s is a program that was started informally by Worshipful Brothers Clarence Kussner and Merrick Hamer. Clarence was in charge of renting our building when not in use by the lodge. Merrick began the creation of our extensive library. Often, while they were thus engaged, passersby would wander into the building to inquire about our unique edifice and its purpose. The creation of Meet the Master’s became a place where potential prospects were given an opportunity to find out more about freemasonry and what we do as Masons. The title, “Meet the Masters,” grew out of a desire by Worshipful David Francis Philips, when he served as Master of the lodge, to encourage brethren, already members of the lodge, to engage with the lodge’s leaders. Since this often involved not only the “Master,” but other leaders as well, Worshipful Jonathan Dilley, finally gave the event it present appellation. This prosperous event has brought countless members in our craft and continues to spark interest in worthy potential prospects. This event also allows us to bring a diverse group in applicants.
Benjamin Villanueva,
Junior Warden
