Welcome to Enborne Lodge No. 7906
A Message from the Worshipful Master
Dear Brother,
It is with great joy and pride that I welcome you to Enborne Lodge No. 7906. As the Worshipful Master, I am honored to have you join our esteemed fraternity. Your initiation marks the beginning of a profound journey of personal growth, fellowship, and enlightenment.
To support you on this path, we have provided digital access to essential resources that will guide you through your Masonic journey:
- The Book of Constitutions: This foundational document outlines the principles and regulations that govern our Craft. It is crucial for understanding the framework within which we operate.
- Information and Guidance for Members of the Craft: This resource offers valuable insights and advice to help you navigate your Masonic duties and responsibilities.
- Masonic Etiquette: Understanding the customs and courtesies of our fraternity is vital. This guide will help you conduct yourself with the decorum and respect that our traditions demand.
We are here to support you every step of the way. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to your fellow brethren or myself.
Welcome to the brotherhood. May your journey be filled with wisdom, camaraderie, and fulfillment.
Fraternally yours,
W Bro Robert Bone PPSGD
Worshipful Master
Enborne Lodge No. 7906
In 1723, just six years after the formation of the first Grand Lodge of England, scientific publisher Senex and Hooke published The Constitutions of the Free Masons.
Compiled by the Revd. James Anderson, the book consisted of a legendary history of freemasonry, ancient charges, the rules of the new Grand Lodge and some songs. The book was illustrated with an elaborate frontispiece. Four new editions, following the same format were published between 1738 and 1784.
The rival Antients Grand Lodge called their Constitutions Ahiman Rezon and published 8 editions between 1756 and 1813, with a similar layout to Anderson’s original. The original edition helped to spread Freemasonry around the globe. Irish and Dutch editions were published in 1730, the first American edition was published by Ben Franklin in Philadelphia in 1734 and French and German language editions appeared in 1736 and 1738. After the 1813 Union of the two Grand Lodge, the United Grand Lodge of England published its first Constitutions in 1815, minus the history and songs. A revised edition published in 1819 was the last edition to contain an elaborate frontispiece and set the pattern for the Constitutions that are in use today.
Here you can learn and listen to the songs of your initiation.
The Opening and Closing Odes are sung, respectively at the beginning and the end of the Lodge meeting.
Usually Grace is sung at the end of dinner, before the toast to his Majesty The King.
OPENING ODE
Hail Eternal by whose aid
All created things are made
Heav’n and earth Thy vast design
Hear us Architect Divine!
May our work begun in Thee
Ever blest with order be
And may we when Labours cease
Part in harmony and peace
By Thy glorious Majesty
By the trust we place in Thee
By the badge and mystic sign
Hear us Architect Divine!
CLOSING ODE
Now the evening shadows closing
Warn from toil to peaceful rest
Mystic arts and rites reposing
Sacred in each faithful breast.
God of Light whose love unceasing
Doth to all Thy works extend
Crown our Order with Thy blessing
Build, sustain us to the end.
Humbly now we bow before Thee
Grateful for Thine aid Divine
Everlasting power and glory
Mighty Architect be Thine
GRACE
For these and all Thy mercies given
We bless and praise Thy name O Lord
May we receive them with thanksgiving
Ever trusting in Thy word
To thee alone by honour, glory
Now and henceforth forever more.
AMEN
THE ENTERED APPRENTICE’S SONG AND CHAIN
The last 2 lines of each verse are repeated by the brethren
Come let us prepare, we brothers that are
Here met on this happy occasion,
We’ll quaff and we’ll sing, be he peasant or king
Here’s a health to an Accepted Mason.
The world tries in vain, our secrets to gain
And still let them wonder and gaze on,
They ne’er can divine the word or the sign
Of a Free and Accepted Mason.
‘Tis this and ‘tis that, they cannot tell what
Why great men of every nation,
Should aprons put on and make themselves one
With a Free and Accepted Mason.
We’re true and sincere, we’re just to the fair
They’ll trust us on any occasion,
No mortal can more, the ladies adore
Then a Free and Accepted Mason.
The brethren are then asked to form a chain and the explanation
is given of The Initiate’s Chain. After the explanation the last verse is sung
Then join hand in hand, to each other firm stand
Let’s be merry and put a good face on,
No Order can boast a more noble a toast
As a Free and Accepted Mason
Welcome to Your Masonic Mentoring Journey
Dear Brother,
Welcome to the enriching journey of Freemasonry. As you embark on this path, you are not alone. Our lodge values the tradition of mentoring, where experienced members guide and support newer brethren like yourself. This mentorship is designed to help you integrate into the lodge, understand our rituals and teachings, and grow both personally and as a Mason.
Your mentor is here to share their knowledge, experiences, and insights with you. They will help you navigate the principles of brotherly love, relief, and truth that are at the heart of Freemasonry. Through this relationship, you will gain a deeper understanding of our values and traditions, and how they apply to your life both within and outside the lodge.
This mentoring relationship is not just about learning; it is about building a bond of trust and friendship. Your mentor is here to inspire, encourage, and support you as you progress on your Masonic journey. Embrace this opportunity to ask questions, seek guidance, and grow in your understanding of what it means to be a Freemason.
We are excited to see you flourish and contribute to the vitality of our lodge. Welcome, Brother, to a journey of enlightenment and brotherhood.
Stay Connected with Us!
Dear Brother,
We invite you to join our lodge’s social media channels to stay updated on the latest news, events, and discussions. By connecting with us online, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with fellow members, share insights, and deepen your understanding of Freemasonry.
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to be part of our vibrant online community. Don’t miss out on the chance to stay informed and connected with your brothers.
Looking forward to seeing you online!
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