My Brothers,

As we enter into the second month of the year it is important to continue to evaluate our progress on the resolutions and goals made at the turn of the year. This puts us in a good mindset to add in an evaluation of our relationships. We can ask ourselves how well we have shown caring and generosity to our fellow man? How well have we nurtured our relationships? How much time have we spent in pursuit of perfection and shaping our lives to be the better fit for the builder's use?

The lodge always offers ways to help us fulfill these questions. For instance, Freemasonry and it's teachings shape us, and make us better men. The more we understand the symbolism used in Freemasonry the more equipped we are to shape our lives. How better to learn the Masonic teachings than to watch and partake in the degrees? To experience the lectures? Each and every time I hear the lectures I come away with a little more knowledge, even though I have heard them so many times. It just so happens that this month we have both an extremely informative lecture scheduled (2^nd and 3^rd Section EA Lectures February 7th) and a degree scheduled (FC February 21st). I invite you to come and participate in these events.

How about nurturing our relationships? Well, the more time you spend with your brothers the stronger the bond will be, so being involved in our meetings will definitely do that. This same idea goes for the special person in your life, sometimes you should spoil them a bit with a nice dinner, well, that too, happens to be an offering of the lodge. February 22^nd, we have a “Couple’s Night Out” planned at Bridgehouse in Milford. Perfect opportunity! Contact Michael Gendreau at jw@ansantawae89.org for more information.

Finally, caring and generosity to our fellow man. Charity, relief, and truth are the core principles of our institution, so with that in mind this year I have pledged the proceeds from the might box to Marrakech. This charity provides residential, employment, support, referral, and advocacy services to individuals with disabilities and similar service needs to assist them in exercising their human rights as citizens and contributing members of society and I would like to ask you all to assist me in supporting them by giving as liberally as you can, without injury to yourself, whenever you are in lodge. The might box will be out, as it always has been, whenever we walk out of the lodge room. It will be on the Senior Warden’s pedestal.

Please do not hesitate to contact me with any concerns that may arise or any questions or comments you may have.

I hope to see you soon!

Fraternally Yours,

Júlio A. Calvão

Worshipful Master