One of the most rewarding experiences of my life was being chosen to be the Leader of so many different Masonic Organizations. Difficult in the sense that so many of the men I am tasked to lead have been to the most lofty positions Masonry has to offer which makes it hard for me to know what to say to them.
I have been told that no matter how high up the Masonic ranks a man has been there is always more to learn and I have to work from that premise or else I would implode. Not having the means to go any higher up the ranks into the Grand Line of any of the organizations of which I belong, I will endeavor to grow where I am planted.
Having been the head of five organizations since Dec 2013 and presently Secretary of three, Commander of one and President of another, Sponge mode is in full effect.
Starting in 2017, I have been asked to take on five Secretarial positions. If I do this, it is sure to be one of the most challenging endeavors I have ever undertaken. I will be relying on the generosity of a Mentor (to be named later).
Apparently, the real secret word in Masonry is, NO, which I have not learned yet.
The way I look at it is unless a task is completely out of my realm of abilities why not take it on for the experience and knowledge. When I took my first Secretarial position with Al Azar Grotto I did so because no one else wanted the position. It turns out that I am pretty good at it so I will probably be there until I am ready to give it up. The same goes for Baker Lodge #441, and Istrouma York Rite Bodies (three different positions)for a total of five. T
To be continued...
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