The Masonic Traveler

Just a few months ago I was delighted to share the free ebook from brother Greg Stewart

Well this he has taken the time out to share with us, in his own words 'a collection of thoughts on things I found interesting since starting [his] blog' a blog which I don't mind saying you really should take the time to have a read of from time to time.

Unlike his previous book this time Greg has sent this tome to print and it is available to buy from various different places all reachable through his blog at freemasoninformation.com or at the books web site at http://www.masonictraveler.com/

I know it is said a book should never be judged by it's cover but in this case as you can see above the cover is wonderful and it is easy to tell as well as a talented author Brother Greg is a very accomplished artist and if you have a search through his site you will see many examples some of which are his modern interpretations of the masonic tracing boards.

Book Cover/Tracing board images © 2010 Greg Stewart/Masonic Traveler

I would strongly suggest that you take the time to visit Gregs Blog and then buy the book I think it will be worth while.

10 Reasons to Become a Mason

OK I put my hand way up in the air and say I copied this from several brethren who had posted it on Facebook but decided it was so good I would share it on the blog, if you know someone who  is thinking of joining the Craft or you're thing of joining yourself have a read through these 10 reasons. I will say this is not a list of ALL you get from freemasonry but a very good starting point for your perusal and whilst on the subject of information I'd just like to remind you of a previous post where I mentioned Bro. Greg Stewart's great E-Book......

What is Freemasonry?

which is available for free download by clicking here

10 Reasons to Become a Mason

1. A place where you can confidently trust every person and trust your family with them also.


2. A place where, within moral and civil guidelines; free thought, free speaking and the spiritual growth of man, can grow into its fullest potential.

3. A place to meet outstanding individuals from all walks of life, that a person would not otherwise have had the opportunity to know and call brother.


4. A place to be part of an organization which has for its principal tenets – Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth.


5. A place that provides self-development opportunities, leadership training and experience, and to improve public speaking skills.


6. A place you can go to seek support as well as give it.


7. A place where moral virtues are taught and through these teachings a regular reinforcement of the moral virtues is experienced.


8. A place to spend time with a group of brothers, who by acting as good men, make me want to become a better man. Not better than others, but better than I would have otherwise been.


9. A place to become better equipped to serve Church and community.


10. A place to meet with established members of the community and to become a part of the community.