1 July 2020
Brethren,
Thank you very much for all the good wishes extended to me in the past few days. As I suggested on Saturday, let’s put some of the recent events behind us and MOVE ON.
I have no doubt that becoming Grand Master means assuming a great responsibility.
It's not about making me feel good, reveling in the ‘pageantry.’ For me it’s about leading a fraternity that maintains its relevance in the 21st century through shaping tomorrow’s leaders; leading a fraternity which conducts its affairs in a professional manner for the benefit of members and their communities; leading a fraternity in which the members are enjoying themselves and leading a fraternity in which the members are proud to proclaim “I’m a Freemason!”
One big lesson from the Grand Installation is that over 2,800 people tuned in. I’ve no doubt that parties were held to mark the occasion.
Wouldn’t it be great to have a large number of our brethren and families attend every year, virtually, whilst having BBQs or parties?
On the subject of virtual attendance, one of the advantages of the current situation is that I can attend meetings all over the State on the same day.
I’d love to be invited to attend any meetings being held virtually. Please ask!
Fraternally,
MWBro. Richard Elkington,
Grand Master
