"I chose to become a Mason to honor a family legacy that holds deep personal meaning for me. Both my father and grandfather were Masons, and I grew up witnessing their dedication to the values of brotherhood, integrity, and community service that the organization embodies. By following in their footsteps, I not only continue a cherished tradition but also embrace an opportunity to grow as an individual, contribute to society, and uphold the principles that shaped their lives and, in turn, influenced mine."

George Bowness

(Funeral Director)

"I joined the fraternity because I wanted a sense of belonging, community, and to feel welcomed wherever I might live and travel. Decades later, I couldn't have imagine living life without the fraternity, Brothers, and their families. Freemasonry has developed me into being a better man, father, brother, son, friend, employee, and a member in our society. I've also learned that green beans are an appropriate side dish to any protein on the plate, and an impromptu coffee meeting with a Brother soothes the soul."

Andrew Libby

(Fleet Manager)

“Freemasonry encompasses morality, spirituality and mysticism as well as the arts and sciences. Based on profound biblical models, here is a way of living and seeing which has the strength to unite mankind in a far deeper and more successful manner then any political movement ever could. Masonic themes have appeared in a number of my artwork. In addition to canvasses devoted to Freemasonry, I am frequently drawn to also include some Masonic subjects and symbols in my other paintings as well.”

Nicholas X. Walsh

(Contemporary traditional illustrator)