Freemasonry isn’t just something we join — it’s something we inherit, live, and pass on. Through mentorship, fellowship, and shared values, each generation strengthens the Brotherhood for the next.
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Grand Master MWB Joseph B. Ferrell welcomes Masonic leaders from across North America and beyond to Chicago for the 2026 Conference of Grand Masters, celebrating Illinois Freemasonry's theme of "Legacy & Fellowship."
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Worshipful Brother David W. Thomson reflects on how Kinmundy Lodge No. 398 is living the theme of “Legacy and Fellowship” through inclusion, engagement, ritual, and trust.
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Senior Grand Warden RWB Angelo Deserio reflects on Illinois Freemasonry’s new chapter under Grand Master MWB Joseph B. Ferrell and the meaning of his theme, “Legacy and Fellowship.”
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In his annual Holiday Message, Grand Master Joseph B. Ferrell reflects on “Legacy and Fellowship”—the guiding theme of his year—celebrating the shared bonds, values, and traditions that define Illinois Freemasonry.
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Discover how Mark Twain became a Master Mason, how the Craft influenced his travels and writing, and why his story continues to inspire Illinois Freemasonry today.
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Discover how the Sun’s symbolism in Freemasonry reflects Light, renewal, and moral truth in the teachings of the Grand Lodge of Illinois A. F. & A. M.
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Change can challenge even the strongest traditions. In this reflection, Right Worshipful Brother Richard Barnett, Jr. shares how Illinois Freemasonry continues to evolve while staying true to its timeless values of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth.
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Freemasonry’s true work lies in building—not monuments of stone, but men of character. Through reflection, learning, and fellowship, we carry forward a timeless legacy that strengthens both ourselves and one another.
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Meet Illinois Freemasonry’s new Grand Master, Most Worshipful Brother Joseph B. Ferrell, as he reflects on legacy, fellowship, mentorship, and his hopes for the Craft’s future.
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