The Gavel Gazette Issue #1
St. James Lodge No. 80:
Lodge Updates
- Upcoming Meetings:
- Sept, 23rd – Education Night with a presentation by VW Bro. Kevin Dornan our District Education Officer.
- Oct, 7th – Board of General Purposes. (in person or Zoom to be determined)
- Oct, 14th – Regular Business Meeting, Tile at 8:00 pm
- Oct, 28th – The Installation of Officers for St. James Lodge No. 80 2025/2026
- Special Projects:
- This year, I would like to focus on the inner workings of St. James Lodge Bylaws and the Constitution of British Columbia and Yukon.
Masonic Education – Harmony in Brotherhood
“Theme for the Year: “Harmony in Brotherhood”
Month 1 – The Jewel of the Lodge
Lesson:
Harmony is called the strength and support of all institutions, especially ours. Just as a building crumbles without balance, so too a Lodge falters without harmony. Let us begin this year by setting that jewel firmly in place.
Reflect:
How can I help create harmony in every meeting I attend?
Sidebar Quote:
“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” – Psalm 133
From the East
As your Worshipful Master for the fifth time, I am humbled to take the East once again. This year, our theme “Harmony in Brotherhood” reminds us that every brother — and every Master — must grow and adapt. Harmony is not only the responsibility of the Lodge, but begins within ourselves. Let us strive together to make this year one of unity, learning, and meaningful labor.
Looking Ahead
- Watch for next month’s education piece: “Harmony and the Working Tools” — exploring how the square, compasses, and level guide us in creating harmony in our Lodge and daily lives.
- Be sure to attend our upcoming Stated Communication and share your ideas for fostering harmony in our fraternity.
Fraternally yours
RW Bro. David Johnson
WM St. James Lodge No. 80
