From the West

My Brothers,

As we prepare to go dim for the summer, I find myself reflecting on a year marked by strong fellowship, Masonic education, and excellent ritual work.

Going dim does not mean we go our separate ways two months. Although our stated communications will pause during the summer months, the long days ahead provide plenty of opportunities for fellowship. Whether at the Lodge, a local pub, a park, around a fire pit, or in one another’s homes, there are many ways for brothers to remain connected. Yes, we will all be busy with family gatherings, vacations, projects, and the many demands of summer, but I hope we never become too busy for our brothers.

Looking ahead, I am encouraged by what awaits us when we return in September. I hope our new Entered Apprentices find time this summer to continue their studies and make suitable proficiency. I also look forward to gathering once again with the brethren as we resume our labors and continue the good work of the Lodge. Upon our return I to encourage the brothers to get involved in the working of the lodge. The more brothers we have engaged, the stronger we become as a fraternity.

I wish each of you and your families a safe, enjoyable, and restful summer. I look forward to seeing you all in fellowship throughout the summer and a back again in Lodge when we return to labor in September.

Kraig W. Gray

Senior Warden

From the South

Greetings my Brothers,

One of my many joys of being a member of Ashlar-Aspetuck Lodge has been to provide quality balanced refreshment for my brothers. If it be Stated Communications, Degrees, Fellowship or any of the other activities our Lodge holds.

I do ask that when an event requests R.S.V.P. that the Brothers please do so. It is extremely difficult to plan and cook a meal when you have no idea of how many meals are needed. My biggest fear is to not have enough food for everyone and when we do have leftovers we either package take aways or I deliver the food to Dorothy Day Center in Danbury.

Juggling the quality and quantity of food for our events has a direct impact into costs and my yearly budget. For years I have always been confident that my Brothers would donate freely in the basket for the meals prepared. I’m not going to judge my brothers and to be honest, some have been very generous, and my goal is to continue in this manner. However, we have exceeded our budget and the  year is only half over. We will see how the balance of the year goes before any changes are made to our refreshment process. 

Fraternally,

J. Rick Cipot 

Junior Warden