a simple lodge meeting

The following article is presented with the compliments of the
HOLDEN RESEARCH CIRCLE.

The article may be freely used for masonic purposes only.

For all other purposes the approval of the
Circle President, W Bro Graeme Love
must be obtained.

A SIMPLE LODGE MEETING

Brethren, we often talk of time taken for Candidates raised to Freemasonry, is too short, Today. Yet, we must be sure that History does not disprove our conceptual beliefs. Take for example the following example, even if it is rare. It did happen.

NOTE: There is no suggestion that, what took place, is wrong. The point is that does it truthfully affect a Candidates understanding of Freemasonry, if that Candidate receives a follow-up of adequate education?

LODGE OF TRUTH

Meeting in Huddersfield

Agenda for 7th May 1852.

2.30 pm Nomination of Mr. John Kirk (Architect and Builder of new Lodge.
Moved to 2nd degree - Test Questions of Four Fellowcrafts.
Moved to 3rd degree - Raised, separately, Four Fellowcrafts.
Moved to 1st degree - Test Questions of Three Apprentices.
Moved to 2nd degree - Passed, separately Three Apprentices.
20 minute 'refreshment' break.
Pass a Fourth Apprentice.
Moved to 1st degree - Test Questions of Three Apprentices.
Moved to 2nd degree - Passed, separately Three Apprentices.
Moved to 1st degree - Ballot for John Kirk.
Initiate two Candidates, including John Kirk, so he can attend the
Consecration of the new Lodge.
W.M. presents to his Lodge, on behalf of Bro. Schlesinger, a new lodge Banner.
Read out Three propositions for Initiation.
10.00 pm Lodge adjourned until following Monday