Monthly Archives: January 2017
Relationships Build Strong Leaders
RICHARD H. RYDER (January, 2017) This is the first in a series of occasional articles focusing on the application of leadership skills to Freemasonry. Whether you are new to the Craft, a seasoned Mason, a line officer, event organizer, or … Continue reading
Tips for Receiving the District Deputy
Tips for Receiving the District Deputy Grand Master At least twice per year your lodge will receive the District Deputy Grand Master. Here are 10 things to keep in mind; Practice prior to the District Deputy Grand Master’s visit, especially floor … Continue reading
Masonic Spotlight – M.W. Paul Revere
RICHARD H. RYDER (January, 2017) It is common knowledge that Paul Revere was a prominent Mason and an even more prominent figure in American history. But there may be one part of his story that is unknown to most people – … Continue reading
The Word – Maven
Richard H. Ryder, 2017 Maven is derived from the Hebrew word “mevin”, meaning “one who understands based on an accumulation of knowledge”. According to Malcolm Gladwell in his book The Tipping Point, Mavens are socially motivated. They are not content with … Continue reading
Attract and Retain: Where to Begin
Attract and Retain – Part 1 – Where to Begin RICHARD H. RYDER (JANUARY, 2017) If attracting and retaining members were easy every lodge would be doing it well, but that’s not always the case. Each lodge has varying degrees of … Continue reading