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Behind the Masonic Symbol: The Beehive

The rites of Ohio Freemasonry are filled with imagery, characters, and symbols designed to translate the core teachings and values…

Whitney OckoApril 4, 2023

Ohio Freemasonry’s Grand Secretary, Brother Keith Newton, Most Worshipful Past Grand Master seated as his desk.

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The 2021 Leaders of Ohio Freemasonry: Grand Secretary, Brother Keith Newton, Past Grand Master

In the final part of our series on Ohio Freemasonry leadership, we’re getting to know Grand Secretary, Brother Keith Newton,…

Whitney OckoMay 15, 2023

An etching of an hourglass depicted with two wings.

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Behind the Masonic Symbol: The Hourglass

Throughout the rituals of Freemasonry, brethren encounter countless symbols designed to convey the fraternity’s moral lessons and philosophies. These emblems…

Megan RotheApril 4, 2023

Bro. Bob Welch, Ohio Freemasonry’s 2021 Grand Tyler poses with traditional Masonic regalia

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The 2021 Leaders of Ohio Freemasonry: Bro. Bob Welch the Right Worshipful Grand Tyler

In this series, we’re spending time getting to know some of our 2021 Grand Lodge of Ohio Leadership. In our…

Megan RotheMarch 4, 2021

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The Holy Saints’ John

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

Megan RotheFebruary 18, 2021

Ohio Masons of J.B. Covert Lodge at their annual toy drive fundraiser

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How to Organize and Run Successful Charity Events: A Q&A with J.B. Covert Lodge Secretary and Past Master David Olmstead

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

Ohio Grand Master Richard A. Dickersheid official portrait while wearing a coat, tie, and Masonic Jewels

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Grand Master Richard A. Dickerscheid’s New Year’s Letter to 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

Masonic magic lantern slide depicting Jacob dreaming of angels climbing a ladder by The M.C. Lilley & Co.

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Education Corner: Sherer Publications and M.C. Lilley & Co. Fraternal Materials

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

Bro. Mike Elliott, president of the All Veteran Parachute Team, retired US Army Sergeant First Class, and Prince Hall Mason parachutes into the J.B. Covert Lodge Annual Flag Retirement Event carrying a United States flag

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The Many Events of J.B. Covert Lodge: Q&A with J.B. Covert Lodge Secretary and Past Master David Olmstead Part Two

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

Megan RotheMarch 31, 2021

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A Brief History of Ohio Freemasonry

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

Whitney OckoFebruary 17, 2021

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