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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 RotheApril 4, 2023

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 RotheApril 4, 2023

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 RotheMarch 31, 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 RotheFebruary 17, 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 RotheFebruary 17, 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 RotheMarch 31, 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 OckoFebruary 17, 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 RotheFebruary 17, 2021

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 RotheApril 4, 2023

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