On the Eve of Destiny

On the eve of this, the first Passing of a Hellenic Rite candidate I am filled with much joy. I am proud of what we have accomplished and very excited in what we have yet ahead of us. This journey that we have taken together, that seemed like only a fantasy not to long ago is not entering deep into phase two. A new realm of existence, what a huge responsibility that is for all of us, and especially for myself as Worshipful Master of this single little lodge dedicated to the masters of Heaven and Earth.

Brethren, we all have responsibilities. When we made the decision of our own free will to enter into a Masonic chamber we where not simply signing up to be a member of some exclusive club. All membership really means is that somewhere along the line you paid someone for the right to associate with a certain group of people. I did this when I joined my college fraternity.

Our responsibility goes much deeper than this. It is not only to stand beside your fellow man, through the good times and the bad but it is a direct responsibility to work hard, to do your very best to become proficient in divine work.

Not everyone is suited for what we do. Our road is rugged in more ways than one. the forces against the Gods are many, the temptations to become a lesser man ever surrounding. This is our test, but also through that test comes responsibility.

The responsibility of being a guide and mentor to those who have come after you. They rely on you for safety, comfort and general well being. They rely on you for education, for without knowing the basics and then some how will the temple ever be raised. They rely on you to have a gentle hand but a firm backbone. In the face of all opposition, you must carry the shield not only for yourself, but your lodge, your community and your Nation.

The light of G.A.O.T.U. is all around us. Sometimes it is so bright that we fail to recognize it, or mistake it for something else. Other times we feel it overwhelm us, as we are members of a smaller community who have to navigate dangerous waters. But, my Brothers, do not let you be discouraged for know that it is the divine work that is our purpose. We are not here to please the vanity of man, nor the ego of the inner child. We are here to erect that temple to him.

Can you handle the responsibility? I promise that you'll not be alone.

IN LVX,
Joshua Walker-WM Lodge Hera-1613 Nation