Greetings from the Worshipful Master

Brethren,

The cold dreary days of winter are now behind us and we are now experiencing the pollen and rain of spring. When I see the blooming flowers and new leaves of spring, I am reminded of the life the Great Architect of the Universe has given me and blessed me with the good fortune of being your Worshipful Master for 2013. The winter months have been dark and dreary, but the inner workings of Kennesaw Lodge #33, Free and Accepted Masons has been very much alive and the brotherly love prevailing amongst us is a heart warming experience.

The degree work by my supporting cast of officers has been nothing but complimentary. At our May 7th meeting our recently Passed Fellowcraft Brothers Jordan Grzegorczyk and Dean Puthoff will be standing proficiency on that degree. Following that they will be taking a break to allow Brother Puthoff to venture into the world of matrimony. My congratulations to the bride and groom. Degree work does not stop here, however. It is anticipated we will be conferring the Entered Apprentice Degree in June.

Recent Photo from Shriner Appreciation Night.What is exciting to see on our meeting nights is the number of prospective members having dinner with us, becoming acquainted with us and us with them. In due time they too are hoping to become one of us.

I write of the joys, but also when upon bended knee lift up our brethren and family members who have been burdened with sickness and distress. The list is numerous, but I ask you remember your Kennesaw Lodge brethren in your prayers when upon bended knees before Almighty God.

We have several Brethren who have not received their 25 and 50 year awards. And perhaps some 60 and 65 year awards. If you know of such a brother, please contact me or the Secretary.

For more exciting news as to happenings and coming events, visit the Trestle Board on this Web Site. Also, visit the Secretary's Desk. Brother Dr. Jerry Hochman is actively seeking information to establish an updated communication system with the membership. If you would like to send me a personal message, I am available at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . If you desire to be on the Calling Post, please email me your name and telephone number.

See you in lodge.

Fraternally,

Jack R. Johnston
Worshipful Master

Marietta Masonic Temple

The real Freemason is distinguished from the rest of Mankind by the uniform unrestrained rectitude of his conduct. Other men are honest in fear of punishment which the law might inflect; they are religious in expectation of being rewarded, or in dread of the devil, in the next world. A Freemason would be just if there were no laws, human or divine except those written in his heart by the finger of his Creator. In every climate, under every system of religion, he is the same. He kneels before the Universal Throne of God in gratitude for the blessings he has received and humble solicitation for his future protection. He venerates the good men of all religions. He disturbs not the religion of others. He restrains his passions, because they cannot be indulged without injuring his neighbor or himself. He gives no offense, because he does not choose to be offended. He contracts no debts which he is certain he cannot discharge, because he is honest upon principal.

Georgia is rich with Masonic History and as one of the orignal 13 colonies Georgia and Freemasonry remains closely tied to helping preserve our history and these United States of America.

Freemasonry began in Georgia in February, 1734 with the organization of a Lodge in Savannah. General James Edward Oglethorpe*, founder of Georgia, was the organizer and first Master of the Lodge. In December 1735, the Lodge was enrolled on the register of the Grand Lodge of England and was known as "the Lodge of Savannah in Ye Province of Georgia". In 1736, Roger Hugh Lacey arrived in Savannah with a Deputation from the Grand Masters of Masons in England to Constitute the Lodge at Savannah of Georgia in America. The Lodge is now known as Solomon's Lodge No. 1, Savannah.

On January 5, 2007, Mr. GILLMOR submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

RESOLUTION

Recognizing the thousands of Freemasons in every State in the Nation and honoring them for their many contributions to the Nation throughout its history.

Whereas Freemasons, whose long lineage extends back to before the Nation's founding, have set an example of high moral standards and charity for all people;

Whereas the Founding Fathers of this great Nation and signers of the Constitution, most of whom were Freemasons, provided a well-rounded basis for developing themselves and others into valuable citizens of the United States;

Whereas members of the Masonic Fraternity, both individually and as an organization, continue to make invaluable charitable contributions of service to the United States;

Whereas the Masonic Fraternity continues to provide for the charitable relief and education of the citizens of the United States;

Whereas the Masonic Fraternity is deserving of formal recognition of their long history of care-giving for the citizenry and their example of high moral standards; and

Whereas Freemasons have always revered and celebrated St. John's Day, June 24th, as dedicated to their patron saints: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the House of Representatives recognizes the thousands of Freemasons in every State in the Nation and honors them for their many contributions to the Nation throughout its history.