January is shaping up to be an active month for the Lodge, beginning with our Stated Meeting on Tuesday, January 6th. Following the Stated Meeting, the officers will convene the following week on January 13th, for an Officers' Meeting to discuss and solidify plans and ideas for the 2026 term. The focus on preparation continues on January 20th, when the officers will gather for a degree practice.

The month will culminate in a degree night on January 27th, as we will have the honor of conferring the Fellowcraft Degree upon Brother Casey Weems.

 As we look forward to 2026, our Lodge is excited to move ahead with a clear and thoughtful plan for the year - one that reflects the vision of our Worshipful Master, Ian Christiansen, and his commitment to strengthening our Lodge through fellowship, education, and brotherly care.

Throughout the year, we will host quarterly family events to bring Brethren and their loved ones together in fellowship.

Bro. Justin Miller:

Ruminations of a Mint Wrapper Rustler

When an eloquent Masonic lecture is suddenly hijacked by the "thunderous" crinkle of a rogue mint, the result is pure comedic sacrilege! Join Brother Justin Miller as he explores how a noisy snack - and the infamous Brother Jimmy Rustler teach us the ultimate lesson: brotherly love always beats perfection.

Bro. Tony D’Aloisio:

Thoughts From Our Senior Steward

During our most recent officer installation, where I was appointed Senior Steward, I watched our new Senior Deacon pray while closing the 3 Great Lights during the closing of the Lodge.

I wondered to myself, what will I be praying for when I am in that chair?

WB Carl Froedge: Fear of the Unknown

A personal journey from trepidation to growth, as the author overcomes the fear of the unknown and the weight of new responsibilities when asked to become a Lodge officer. It highlights how initial self-doubt transformed into resilience and a deeper understanding of leadership.

Social Media:

A Framework for Indiana Masons

Social media - defined here as all electronic messaging and social platforms - is a powerful tool for connection. The Grand Lodge of Indiana embraces these technologies and supports their regular use by our Brethren.

Read the official guidelines from the Grand Lodge of Indiana…

Step back into the vibrant heritage of our Lodge with this evocative look at a newly unearthed historical treasure. Spanning from our mid-19th-century foundations to the roaring dawn of the 1920s, this retrospective captures the "Golden Age" of American Masonry - an era when our halls hummed with the energy of hundreds of brothers bound by a shared and powerful purpose.

To the distinguished band of brothers born in January: you didn't just kick off a new calendar year; you set the standard for the next 12 months!

Congratulations on marking another fantastic year! While the rest of us are still debating if we should take down the holiday lights…

Brothers, it's time to take care of your membership dues! Everyone who pays their current balance will immediately receive the newly designed 2026 membership card. Please note that the old membership cards are no longer valid.

Get your payment in this week to ensure you get your shiny new card and maintain full active status!

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