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Behind the Symbol News History

This article explores the history of the point within a circle, a symbol of great significance in Masonic ritual with…

Megan RotheFebruary 25, 2021

News Ohio Freemasonry History

Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Evangelist are said to be the Patron Saints of Freemasonry. Combined, they…

Megan RotheFebruary 18, 2021

Behind the Symbol News History

Becoming a Freemason is a lifelong study in learning to become a better man. It requires commitment, careful consideration, and…

Megan RotheFebruary 11, 2021

News Ohio Freemasonry Charity

So far with Secretary Olmstead, we’ve explored both J.B. Covert Lodge’s extensive charity efforts and how they get their brothers…

Megan RotheFebruary 4, 2021

News Ohio Freemasonry

Below is a letter from Grand Master Richard A. Dickerscheid addressed to all Freemasons of Ohio; you may also find…

Megan RotheJanuary 28, 2021

News Ohio Freemasonry History

In the mid-1800s, as Freemasonry was spreading across America, two Ohio companies were well-known for their fraternal materials. Sherer Publications…

Megan RotheJanuary 21, 2021

News Ohio Freemasonry Charity

Our most recent blog from our conversation with Brother Olmstead explored the extensive charitable efforts each year of his local…

Megan RotheJanuary 14, 2021

News Ohio Freemasonry History

Freemasonry is a fraternal society uniting men of good character who, though of different religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds, share…

Whitney OckoJanuary 7, 2021

News Ohio Freemasonry Charity

‘Tis the season of giving! In this Q&A with J.B. Covert Lodge Secretary and Past Master David Olmstead, part one…

Megan RotheDecember 23, 2020

Behind the Symbol News Ohio Freemasonry History

In this blog, we take a closer look at select Masonic coins, focusing on the meaning of their symbols and…

Megan RotheDecember 17, 2020

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