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I actually don't know what the faith is of many men in my lodge because we don't ask that. We ask he the person believes in God. If the answer is yes that is where the questions stop. The ones do know I know because they've told me or because they attend the church I pastor.
I totally understand why you feel that way. We know because of how we investigate the candidate. If the investigation is done as thorough as ours is, you would know everything you need to know about the man.
It's also said we don't discuss politics. My introduction into politics came from the Wed morning coffee group at our lodge. I was asked to run for a local office. Since that time I've been fortunate enough to hold numerous local and state offices in two states.
At least in my case the calling is very distinct and undeniable. So I'd have to agree with your uncle.
I love to hear him talk about it. He was well on his way to becoming a Marine DI. He left because he could not kill another human being. He came back home and landed an incredibly lucrative job. His salary at that time in the mid 60's was $40,000 per year. He said he was walking from his car to the office when an undeniable voice literally came at him from the heavens. He moved his family from Kansas to Massachusetts so he could attend seminary. His first church paid him $6,789.00 pet year. Quite a difference!
You might be interested in knowing he started a foundation to assist those in the pulpit that need help. When his baby brother, my dad, was killed in a car accident he was devastated. It dawned on him that he was always there for his community. Where do preachers go when they need help? It's an amazing story.
What I can't comprehend is how you can't choose a side.
That's because you can't comprehend what I said. Keep working at it.
So, when are you going to entertain questions about Freemasonry? Isn't that what this thread supposed to be about?
That is a great story! I felt a call to ministry at a service of worship in High School. I've had a lot of experiences in ministry but that call remains strong. I'm approaching the 25th anniversary of my ordination next year.
Congratulations brother.
Go back and read the additional paragraph I added at the end of my last post.
No. Cordially, Skip.morningstar2651 said:Given this statement, do you believe that including non-Christians makes masonry anti-Christian?
Didn't think you'd be able to back up your claim. You simply do not take the time to do your research before blurting out posts. Sad, but not uncommon for some types of Masons. Cordially, Skip.Simpleman25 said:I'll pass.
Oh, yeah! Nice! Cordially, Skip.duane washum said:Uh, maybe that's because it begins with "Our Father"? ... on the other hand, if a UMC pastor makes known his opposition to Freemasonry, what do you suppose would happen to him?
Oh, yeah! Nice! Cordially, Skip.
What are you basing that view on? Do you have any facts to back that up?circuitrider said:Most anti-masons have not been Masons so they get info either from a few disgruntled ex-Masons or from conspiracy theorists who talk about black helicopters and world domination.
Estimated? No need to settle for estimates from a biased source: I have exactly no followers, nor has Duane, to my knowledge. We do not seek followers, but see ourselves as followers. But your comment is just another example of how little you understand either of us, our backgrounds or objectives.it is estimated that Mr. Washum and and Mr. Sampson have only a handful of followers.
I've heard that claim for several years now and yet the numbers keep dropping. Personally, I think it's because Freemasonry has little to offer anyone except a new and improved vanity. Cordially, Skip.Also Freemasonry is seeing a resurgence of younger members and revitalization of lodges...
Didn't think you'd be able to back up your claim. You simply do not take the time to do your research before blurting out posts. Sad, but not uncommon for some types of Masons. Cordially, Skip.
Yeah, really. I sat in a UMC church where the pastor had a speaker discuss Freemasonry to his congregation.circuitrider said:No, not really.
What are you basing that view on? Do you have any facts to back that up?
Estimated? No need to settle for estimates from a biased source: I have exactly no followers, nor has Duane, to my knowledge. We do not seek followers, but see ourselves as followers. But your comment is just another example of how little you understand either of us, our backgrounds or objectives.
I've heard that claim for several years now and yet the numbers keep dropping. Personally, I think it's because Freemasonry has little to offer anyone except a new and improved vanity. Cordially, Skip.
Yeah, really. I sat in a UMC church where the pastor had a speaker discuss Freemasonry to his congregation.
The pastor was out of his job by Tuesday, and he and his pregnant wife were removed from their house on the same day. All because he dared have a presentation that criticized Freemasonry. Cordially, Skip.
Yeah, really. I sat in a UMC church where the pastor had a speaker discuss Freemasonry to his congregation.
The pastor was out of his job by Tuesday, and he and his pregnant wife were removed from their house on the same day. All because he dared have a presentation that criticized Freemasonry. Cordially, Skip.
What are you basing that view on? Do you have any facts to back that up?
Estimated? No need to settle for estimates from a biased source: I have exactly no followers, nor has Duane, to my knowledge. We do not seek followers, but see ourselves as followers. But your comment is just another example of how little you understand either of us, our backgrounds or objectives.
I've heard that claim for several years now and yet the numbers keep dropping. Personally, I think it's because Freemasonry has little to offer anyone except a new and improved vanity. Cordially, Skip.
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