Author Archives: masonicmaven

Richard H. Ryder, 2017 This article describes the importance of creating an effective schedule months in advance of the upcoming Masonic year, thus ensuring a success term for the new master. The Importance of Scheduling The Masonic year should not … Continue reading →

Richard H. Ryder, 2016) The meaning of one’s life has challenged mankind for millennia and our conclusions are as varied as the numbers of times we ponder the thought.  At some point in our lives we all struggle with the … Continue reading →

Richard H. Ryder, 2016) Throughout history rites of passage have defined significant moments in our lives.  Something as simple as a teenager getting one’s driver’s license or as momentous as a young man celebrating his bar mitzvah remains in our … Continue reading →

A Master’s team of officers, elected and appointed, has a direct impact on the current and future state of the Lodge.  Dedicated and competent officers are a tremendous asset and help ensure the health of the Lodge well beyond your … Continue reading →

Richard H. Ryder, May 2017 When is the best time to grow grass in New England?  If you answered September, you are correct.  With its warm daytime weather, cool nights, and no germinating crab grass, it is ideal for growing … Continue reading →

Richard H. Ryder, 2017  Freemasonry is attracting many fine young men who desire association with others that are likeminded and of strong character. This has been true since the Fraternity’s inception and it is refreshing to see that continue. After … Continue reading →

(Richard H. Ryder, 2017) Wendell Willkie, the 1940 Republican presidential nominee, is credited with saying, “Education is the mother of leadership”.  What an appropriate quote, one that perfectly summarizes the Masonic Maven mission of promoting Masonic education and leadership.  With … Continue reading →

(Richard H. Ryder, 2017)  This is the first in an occasional series devoted to discussing management skills for the effective leader.  This occasional series starts with meeting management and will appear in two installments – Planning a Meeting and Conducting … Continue reading →

Richard H. Ryder, 2017 In February I presented an article entitled M.W. Paul Revere – Maven and Connector.  With the celebration of Patriot’s Day in Massachusetts earlier this month it is appropriate to learn more about two of Revere’s riding … Continue reading →

10 Tips for a Successful Open House (Richard H. Ryder, 2017) With the Massachusetts open house in October, now is the time to begin planning.  Since July and August are typically ‘dark’, you really only have three and a half … Continue reading →