DISCOVERING FREEMASONRY
W Bro Trevor Koshalka PAGPurs reports. Recruitment has been one of the main objectives in London Freemasonry in recent years, so it was pleasing to see around 350 people turn up to the Grand Temple of Freemasons’ Hall on an evening in early February for a ‘Discovering Freemasonry’ event. A targeted social media campaign had […]
RED TRIANGLE LODGE COMMEMORATES 100 YEARS OF MASONIC AND CHARITABLE SERVICE
W Bro Reggie Taylor-Harding LGR describes this fantastic event Over 75 Brethren gathered at Freemasons’ Hall on Tuesday, February 12th to celebrate the centenary of Red Triangle Lodge No 4000. The centenary celebrations took place at an emergency meeting held specifically for that purpose. Despite not being a regular meeting of the Lodge, the centenary […]
THE SLGR INVESTITURE & PRESENTATION TO LONDON FIRE BRIGADE
W Bro Trevor Koshalka PAGPurs describes the event. It was a dull and wet day for the Senior London Grand Rank investiture and annual meeting of Metropolitan Grand Lodge, but the day was considerably brightened for those attending the events at Freemasons Hall as they walked along Greet Queen Street. They were greeted by the […]
A message from the Grand Chaplain
My Brethren, when asked what makes Freemasonry so important to me, I respond: it is a fellowship that brings out the best in people regardless of their religious or political convictions. In 1939, King George VI said in his address when installing his younger brother as Grand Master: One of the fundamental principles of Freemasonry […]
A letter from Mark Lloyd – Managing Director of the RMBI
The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution (RMBI) offer care and support for older Freemasons, their families and the wider community. Find below a letter to everyone from Mark LLoyd, RMBI Care Co. Managing Director, discussing some of the challenges the RMBI is facing in the current climate, how they are providing support to care homes across England and […]
Covid-19 – London NHS Volunteering Opportunities
Many Brethren are in a position to volunteer to help with the NHS in London. We have collected a number of pages for different volunteering opportunities that we’d encourage them to apply for if they are able. These websites are subject to change, and we ask that you inform us (via email to metcomms@metgl.com) if […]
FREEMASONS VOW TO HELP PROTECT THE ELDERLY DURING COVID-19 CRISIS
London Masons have joined Freemasons from across England and Wales to provide essential PPE equipment to care homes to protect the vulnerable and the staff who care for them. Nearly 5,000 visors have already been produced with help from the Freemasons, who have adapted their businesses production lines to meet demand. A dedicated Covid-19 group […]
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London student wins prestigious research opportunity to help find cure for devastating brain disease
UCL Student Sam Bryce-Smith has been awarded a prestigious PhD Studentship by the Motor Neurone Disease Association which aims to develop and nurture young researchers who wish to develop a career in MND research. ‘The Motor Neurone Disease Association PhD Studentship’ has been fully funded by London Masons through The Masonic Charitable Foundation and will […]
Your NHS Needs You : NHS call for volunteer army
The NHS is “rallying the troops” for the war on coronavirus, with volunteers being called up to help vulnerable people stay safe and well at home. We’re calling on Freemasons to join the NHS in the fight against coronavirus by volunteering to help vulnerable people stay safe! You’ll be on hand for vital tasks such as driving […]
UNITED GRAND LODGE OF ENGLAND AND MASONIC CHARITABLE FOUNDATION JOINT STATEMENT
The Coronavirus outbreak is providing society with its most testing time since World War 2. Freemasons have always been guided by their four core values of Friendship, Integrity, Charity and Respect. During this crisis period it is more important than ever that we stand firmly by these principles, and that we’re seen to stand by […]
Metropolitan Grand Master presents three rapid response cars to the London Ambulance Service
Three new cars were presented to the London Ambulance Service at Freemasons’ Hall on Thursday 12th March by the Metropolitan Grand Master, Sir Michael Snyder. The vehicles complete with their equipment will be used as ‘Rapid Response Vehicles’ and are in addition to five similar vehicles presented several years ago. Sir Michael said; “I am […]