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The Origins of the Square and Compasses
The Origins of the Square and Compasses

The square and compasses is a well-known symbol associated with Freemasonry.

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Symbolism, EducationGuest UserOctober 13, 2023Comment
Sumner Lodge No. 334’s Innovative Masonic Membership Visibility Day Celebration
Sumner Lodge No. 334’s Innovative Masonic Membership Visibility Day Celebration

For Masonic Membership Visibility Day, the Freemasons of Sumner Lodge No. 334 took a fun, innovative approach to increase community participation.

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FreemasonryGuest UserSeptember 27, 2023Comment
The Legacy of Brother Jack Dempsey
The Legacy of Brother Jack Dempsey

Jack Dempsey was one of the greatest boxers in American history and a Freemason who was a member of Kenwood Lodge No. 800 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Famous Masons, EducationGuest UserSeptember 20, 2023Comment
Searching for “It”
Searching for “It”

Brother Austin E. Smith reveals the results of his search for “it” in the context of Freemasonry.

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Freemasonry, Self ImprovementRiley SampsonSeptember 14, 2023Comment
Masonic Membership Visibility Day
Masonic Membership Visibility Day

Masonic Membership Visibility Day is an opportunity for Freemasons in Illinois to proudly display their affiliation with our ancient and honorable fraternity.

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Membership, FreemasonryRiley SampsonAugust 16, 2023Comment
New Master Masons Gifted ILOR Membership
New Master Masons Gifted ILOR Membership

In an unprecedented move by members of the Illinois Lodge of Research. new Master Masons will receive one-year free membership.

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NewsGuest UserNovember 1, 2020Comment
The Masonic Family Health Foundation Feeds Nurses
The Masonic Family Health Foundation Feeds Nurses

On Saturday, Oct. 10, members of the Masonic Family Health Foundation delivered 220 boxed lunches to the nurses and staff of Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center.

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NewsGuest UserOctober 30, 2020Comment
Maybe Famous Freemasons: Indiana Jones
Maybe Famous Freemasons: Indiana Jones

Famous Freemasons are a constant source of interest and inspiration for members of the craft. Although there are many important historic figures who were Masons (George Washington, Ben Franklin, Justin Timberlake) this column explores the membership of historic fictional characters.

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Famous MasonsGuest UserOctober 8, 2020Comment
Five Practical Ways to Improve Yourself
Five Practical Ways to Improve Yourself

Self-improvement is at the core of Freemasonry. If you’re looking to make some changes, here are five tips from the craft that have proven effective for the last 300 years.

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Freemasonry, Self ImprovementGuest UserOctober 5, 2020 Comment
This is How You Find a Masonic Lodge Near You
This is How You Find a Masonic Lodge Near You

This is how you find a lodge, contact a lodge, and visit a lodge. For visiting Masons as well as men considering membership in our ancient and honorable institution. If you’ve recently searched for a “Masonic Lodge near me,” here is the best way to find the answer.

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FreemasonryGuest UserOctober 5, 2020Comment
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