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Funeral for Ron Phipps
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     7 days ago
Greetings Brothers,

A funeral service for our Past Master Ron Phipps is planned for Friday, March 22, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Feuerborn Family Funeral Service, 1883 US Highway 54, Iola, Kansas. In...
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Registration for the 168th Annual Communication of the M:.W:. Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Kansas is now open
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     2 months ago
Brother,

Registration is now open for our 168th Annual Communication, which will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn, Manhattan, KS.

Event and Hotel details can be found on the registration page...
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News from the George Washington Masonic National Memorial
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     3 months ago
The latest George Washington Memorial LIGHT newsletter is now available to downloadThis issue contains a recap of the 2023 cornerstone rededication ceremony, including the historic parade through t...
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Congratulations to all of our April Birthdays!
Hancock #311     16 days ago
Congratulations, from all the officers and brethren at Hancock Lodge # 311, to the Brethren who celebrate their Birthday in April. May the blessing of Heaven be upon them in this joyous occasion an...
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Congratulations to all of our March Birthdays!
Hancock #311     16 days ago
Congratulations, from all the officers and brethren at Hancock Lodge # 311, to the Brethren who celebrate their Birthday in March. May the blessing of Heaven be upon them in this joyous occasion an...
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Dinner for a Cause----Boughton Hall
Hancock #311     21 days ago
Brethren,

We look forward to seeing you at the lodge tonight.  Make sure to come early and grab some delicious food from The Depot and help support the cause.  WB Dials has graciously donated th...
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Passing of Brother Dana W. Davis
Mayetta #393     about 1 month ago
Brother Dana W. Davis passed away December 22nd, 2023, He had been a member of the Mayetta Lodge #393 for 62 years.

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Passing of Randy L. Edmunds (R:. W:. Jake's father)
Emporia #12     about 1 month ago
Brethren:

I'm sorry to report Right Worshipful Brother Jakob Edmunds father Randy passed yesterday. Visitation will take place Friday evening, March 1, 2024 from 6-7 p.m. at Roberts-Blue-Barnett...
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Fifth Tursday on 29 February 2024
Hancock #311     about 1 month ago
Brethren, our JW Fox has reserved the backroom at La Mesa Mexican Restaurant for our first 5th Thursday of this year.  Please, mark your calendar and join us at 1830 hours with your loved ones for ...
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3 New Entered Apprentices celebrated at Peace Lodge #243
Peace #243     about 1 month ago
Congratulations to our 3 new masons who were duly initiated on February 19th here at Peace Lodge in Louisburg, Kansas!

The 3 new masons are Donald Ward, Jason Showalter and Brian Tuggle.

Thin...
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KU Cancer Center Community Advisory Board Information (A Must Read)
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     3 months ago
As a member of the KU Cancer Center Community Advisory Board (CAB), I asked them if the MCA staff could put together a resource document for Kansas Masons who are diagnosed with cancer, are cancer ...
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Grand Lodge Sponsored Ritual Competition
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     3 months ago
Who: You

What: Ritual Competition

When: January 20, 2024, Competition starts at 9:00 a.m.

Where: Emporia Lodge No. 12, 424 Merchant St., Emporia, KS 66801

The Grand Lodge of Kansas, in ...
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It's a brotherly competition!
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     5 months ago
The Grand Lodge of Kansas, in continuing to underscore the importance of maintaining our Masonic ritual, and to generate interest in continual and lifelong learning, is sponsoring a ritual competit...
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Investigation Committee Responsibilities
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     5 months ago
Today in our FAQ's Series 007 video, we will be covering Investigating Committee Responsibilities and the process around what you should be asking.  Sometimes this can be confusing for both the pot...
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15th Annual Lodge of the Full Moon, Saturday October 28th, 2023
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     5 months ago
Our 15th annual Lindsborg Lodge of the Full Moon will be held this Saturday evening, October 28th, and will be indoors in an oversized, insulated garage. The couple of miles of county roads are har...
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***** Important Notice Concerning Grand Lodge Office Email *****
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     6 months ago
Brother,

Apparently, our office email has had an issue since about 5 p.m., on Sunday, the 17th of September.

Due to the sheer volume of email messages we received, we didn't realize something...
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2 Day Special Discount at Macoy Publishing for Kansas Masons
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     6 months ago
Brother,

Macoy Publishing, a partner with the Grand Lodge of Kansas for several years, is offering Kansas Masons a handsome discount on any item purchased for the next two days, and this discoun...
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Oklahoma Indian Degree Team to perform at the Rock Quarry Degree
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     7 months ago
Here it is! 2023 Quarry Lodge Flyer! Are you going? You won't want to miss the Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team. Not to mention that steak from Family Tree Meats! And you know you want 5 tickets...
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Additional Hawaii Information
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     8 months ago
Please click this link for some additional information.

This video contains some updated information on the Hawaii disaster and the importance of the Kansas Lodge of Research (KSLOR) Digitial Ar...
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Fire Disaster in Hawaii
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     8 months ago
Brother,From time to time we are asked to help, at least in some small way, those in need for various reason, and the conflagration in Hawaii certainly qualifies.I just spoke to their Grand Secreta...
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FAQ's Series #004 Prepaid Perpetual Life Membership Program
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     8 months ago
This video will explain the ins and outs of the PPLM program.

Simply click this link

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2024 Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Kansas
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     8 months ago
At the conclusion of the 2023 Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Kansas in Topeka, we did not announce the location of our next AC, and several factors played into the decision and lack of ...
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FAQ's Series #003
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     8 months ago
Continuing our FAQ's series, today we are covering tyling the outer door of the lodge and a little about dues cards.  Previously I sent out a video on the Groupable Passport App, which is available...
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FAQ's Series #002
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     8 months ago
Brother,

I hope you are having a good Friday!  Today's FAQ deals with "Electronic Verification of Criminal History" (or Background checks).

There is one thing I did forget to mention in the v...
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FAQ's Series #1
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     8 months ago
Brother,

I'm putting together a Frequently Asked Questions series, and this is the first one to be released.......this message pertains to member and lodge safety!

FAQ's Series #001

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Important Message from Grand Master Robert D. McClarty
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     9 months ago
Brother,

Please read the important message from Grand Master McClarty.

 

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Come celebrate with Leland Salts, Grand Lecturer Emeritus, for his 90th ​‌ birthday
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     9 months ago
Come celebrate with Leland Salts, Grand Lecturer Emeritus, for his 90th ​‌ birthday.  

Saturday, July 22nd  Oakland Community Center, 801 NE  Poplar St, Topeka, from noon to 3:00.

No gifts pl...
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I'm A Mason Social Media Campaign
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     9 months ago
Brothers, You may have heard there is a growing Masonic social media campaign called #ImAMason launched by the Grand Lodge of California last year. This year it is gaining worldwide attention with ...
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OLP Message Notice (No personal Information revealed)
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     10 months ago
Your Lodge Secretary, or OLP Webmaster, may have received the following message:

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You've re...
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PCI Project Update
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     10 months ago
Brother,

I wanted to give you a quick update on the PCI project and in particular, where they are at in the distribution of products ordered.  Here is the message I received today in relation to...
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O.E.S. Golf Tournament Approaches
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     10 months ago
Brothers,

Please see the information provided for an upcoming Golf Tournement sponsored by the Grand Chapter of the O.E.S. of Kansas.

Posters and entry forms are posted below, please feel fre...
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Schools of Instruction for 2023 (Update)
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     10 months ago
Brothers, posted here is a list of SOIs for 2023, take a look at your Lodges' school of instruction date, place, and time, and make the necessary arrangements to attend.  If an officer of your lodg...
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Grand Lodge Officers, Area & District Deputy Grand Masters Attend Orientation for the 2023 - 2024 Masonic Year
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     about 1 year ago
Brothers sharing and learning how better to serve the Lodges and Brothers of the Grand Lodge of Kansas.
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Past Grand Master Arris Johnson
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     about 1 year ago
It is with a heavy heart that the Grand Lodge of Kansas announces the passing of Dr. Arris M. Johnson, Past Grand Master of Kansas, at the age of 101. He was a 66-year Mason.

Please keep Brother...
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125 year Rededication at Alta Vista Lodge No. 357
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 1 year ago
November 5th, 2022, started out like almost any other day in Kansas, rain overnight, Snow in the morning, and sunny and mild temperatures during the day; oh, I forgot to mention that it was also wi...
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ISIS Christmas
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 1 year ago
Please find information below concerning the ISIS Shrine Christmas Party

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Area 8 School Of Instruction
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 1 year ago
A very well attended and successfully School Of Instruction for Area 7 was held at Rosedale Lodge No. 333 today.  Grand Lecturers on hand today Vernon Clark, H. Wayne Rector, and David Neal.  I'm n...
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2022 Oak Tree Lodge Meeting in the Books
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 1 year ago
Over the years, I've had the pleasure of attending extraordinary Masonic meetings outside the traditional Lodge room in a typical Lodge Building.  For instance, to name a few, the Keel Pit Degree n...
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In Search Of Stairs for the Second Degree
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 1 year ago
Brothers,

Sharon Springs Lodge No. 417 is looking for a replacement set of stairs for the second section of the second degree and was wondering if anyone would happen to have one or a spare that...
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2022 Leadership Academy
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 1 year ago
Being (or becoming) a leader in your lodge may not be an easy path. Attending one of the Leadership breakout sessions at the 2022 Leadership Academy may help you better achieve your goals. Don't st...
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Another PCI Project kicks off this coming week!
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 1 year ago
Upcoming PCI Project

Brother,

To ensure that each of our members has the most up-to-date contact information, the Grand Lodge of Kansas has once again engaged the help of a company called “PC...
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Grand Lodge Office closed for Good Friday
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     almost 2 years ago
The Grand Lodge Office will be closed today in observance of Good Friday.

While there will be no one in the office today, please feel free to continue to call and leave a message or email questi...
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M:.W:. F. Warren Starns Funeral Service
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     almost 2 years ago
Brother,

At 8:30 a.m (CST) this Saturday, April 2, 2022, under the authority of our Grand Master, the Grand Lodge of Kansas will be opened by M∴W∴ J. Steven Molstad, PGM, for the funeral, masoni...
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Registration Closing for Annual Communication
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     about 2 years ago
The required advance registration for the 2022 Annual Communication meals and ladies events will close at the end of the day, Sunday, March 13.  After this date, no meals or ladies' events registra...
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Registration for the 166th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Kansas is open!
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     about 2 years ago
Registration for the 166th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Kansas is now up and ready for your reservation.

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Wishing you and your family a Happy New Year!
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     about 2 years ago
Wishing you and your family a Happy, Safe, and Joyous New Year!

From the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Kansas

 

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Holiday Tidings!
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 2 years ago
During this Holiday season, let's all take a bit of time and reflect on what is most important to us, our families, our friends, our brothers, and most importantly give thanks and praise to God, wh...
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Tornado Outbreak and MSA Appeal for Kentucky
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 2 years ago
Brother, from time to time disasters happen, bad things happen to good people, and for no apparent reason.  Certainly is the case over the last weekend with the breakouts of massive tornadoes in se...
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Our Lodge Page Jurisdictional Update
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 2 years ago
Hello Brother,

I wanted to send out a quick update on the Our Lodge Page application that each and every Kansas has at his disposal.

A couple of weeks ago I posted a message pertaining to the...
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Services for Senator and Brother Robert J. Dole
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 2 years ago
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS ANNOUNCED FOR BOB DOLE, SERVICE TO BE HELD SATURDAY IN RUSSELLWritten By: Press Release Posted by David ElliottPublished Date: 12-08-2021

Senator Robert J. DoleThe Elizabeth...
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Passing of Robert J. Dole, 66 year member of Russell Lodge No. 177
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 2 years ago
As I'm sure you are aware by now, Robert J. Dole long-time Russell Lodge No. 177 member passed away this morning.  He was 98 years old and had been a member of Russell Lodge for 66 years.

Funera...
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Our Lodge Page, why you, and your lodge should be using the Our Lodge Page application!
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 2 years ago
Brother,

You are receiving this message because you have an email address listed in your personal information managed by your lodge secretary and the Grand Lodge of Kansas.

You may already ha...
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Annual Oak Tree Meeting, near Little River KS
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 2 years ago
The 2021 Oak Tree Lodge near Littel River KS is now in the books, and it was a long time coming.....usually this event is held during the first part of September but because of lots of rain and flo...
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Two 150 year Rededications in one day!
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 2 years ago
On Saturday, October 23rd, 2021, Grand Master Mikel J. Stoops, and several of his Grand Lodge Officers Rededicated Americus Lodge No. 109 in Americus KS, and Euclid Lodge No. 101 in Linden KS, both...
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Alternative to Messenger
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 2 years ago
If your Facebook, Mesenger, and What'sApp aren't working, you can always use the chat feature here on Our Lodge page.  Individual and Group chat is so simple. Give it a try!
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May 2021 Kansas Mason Pulse now available
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     almost 3 years ago
Don't look in your mailbox for the new Kansas Mason Pulse. It's only available online on the website,  https://www.kansasmason.org/community-center/the-kansas-mason/This issue includes great articl...
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R.W. Rodney Middleton, Area Deputy Grand Master of Area 10
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     almost 3 years ago
Brothers and friends, it is with great heaviness in my heart that I must convey the news of the passing of our friend and Brother, R.W. Rodney Middleton, Area Deputy Grand Master of Area 10.

On ...
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Grand Master Visiting Wyandotte #3
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     almost 3 years ago
Our Grand Master made a surprise visit to the Brother at Euclid Lodge #101 on Wednesday night, 04/14/2021. There was good fellowship and some open honest discussion.

Tonight’s visit will be no s...
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Our Grand Master Out Visiting Lodges
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     almost 3 years ago
Last night (4/13/2021) our Grand Master made an unscheduled visit to Wathena Lodge. Though initially nervous about his arrival, the officers and members soon found that he was just there as a Broth...
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Annual Oak Tree Meeting, near Little River KS
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 3 years ago
The Annual Oak Tree meeting at the Old Oak Park, near Litle River KS, will be held on September 5th starting approximately 6:00 P.M.

There will be a meal that starts at 6:30 after which the Gran...
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Obituary and Service information for M:.W:. J. Fred Williamson, P.G.M.
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 3 years ago
J Fred Williamson, 88, of Lyons, passed away August 6, 2020 at Ellsworth County Medical Center, Ellsworth, Kansas. A private family graveside will be held at Lyons Municipal Cemetery. Visitation wi...
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M:.W:. J. Fred Williamson, P.G.M. Passes away at 88
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 3 years ago
Brothers,

It is with a heavy heart that I pass this information along to you, our dear Brother M:.W:. J. Fred Williamson, P.G.M. of the Grand Lodge of Kansas (1973-1974), a 65-year mason, has pa...
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Services for R:.W:. C. David Williams III, Grand Lecturer Emeritus
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 3 years ago
Services for R:.W:. C. David Williams III, Grand Lecturer Emeritus, for the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Kansas will be held Monday, July 6th at 11:00 a.m. at the Forest Park Cemet...
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Passing of R:.W:. C. David Williams III
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     over 3 years ago
Brothers,

It is with a heavy heart that I write this post, our Brother R:.W:. C. David Williams, Grand Lecturer Emeritus passed away Wednesday morning at his home in Anthony KS.

C. David will...
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All Lodge Meetings and Masonic Gatherings Canceled by order of Grand Master
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     about 4 years ago
In an email sent to Kansas Masons, Grand Master Anthony Borum, in response to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), has suspended all in-person Masonic meetings, Degree work, as well as Masonic co...
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Postponment of the 164th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Kansas
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     about 4 years ago
Brother,It is with a heavy heart and out of an abundance of caution and concern for the safety and wellbeing of our Brothers, their families, and their communities, that our Grand Master, M.W. Dale...
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2019 Leadership Academy Announcement
Kansas A. F. & A. M.     almost 5 years ago
Please click on the following link for more information about the 2019 leadership academy.Click here to register for the 2019 Leadership Academy, scheduled for September 13th & 14th 2019
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