This is a special message for Masonic widows: as a brand new lodge, Seminary Hill Daylight Lodge is fortunate in that we have no Masonic widows on our rolls as yet. However, that doesn't relieve us of the duty we've pledged to care for Masonic widows and orphans. Because we meet 20 times a year during mid-day with a luncheon each time, our lodge offers a great opportunity for Masonic "Special Ladies" to take an active part. From our very first meeting, the ladies of our members have been enjoying each others' company during the time we're meeting. In fact, they've become very involved in several charity projects all without our help or guidance. (Who would have thought?) Whether your husband was a Mason in Maine or elsewhere, we welcome ALL Masonic widows to join us at all of our luncheons - as our guest and at no cost. You'll find the company warm and convivial - and we hope you'll attend every time we meet.

Dress is relaxed and we'll add you to our Ladies' Call List so you'll be reminded of our meetings. (That's when we remember to make the calls - and, as men, you'll have to expect that this won't be 100% perfect, ok? {smile}) It would be just great to have you with us. No fuss will be made but you'll quickly become part of a very convivial group. Even if you can only join us once when you're visiting in the area, we'd still love to see you. Please: honor us by being our guest?

There are MANY things which make Seminary Hill Daylight Lodge unique. We've tried to capture all of them on paper because this is, indeed, "our DNA". If you're a prospective member of our lodge, you will want to read this important document which will give you insight into who we are as a lodge. We're different in many ways but we hew closely to those things of importance in Freemasonry. We welcome you to download this PDF file and learn more.

After a man has been a Mason for a number of years, he may be reluctant to make a change or try something new. Sometimes age limitations preclude night meetings that have put you 'on the sidelines'. NO LONGER! We're a a brand-new lodge that YOU can help mold and we need some 'old hands' to show newer members how things can be done and how Masonry can truly become a part of daily life. We you're an experienced Mason with great ideas, we need you to help guide and mentor a new generation. Even if you are unable to attend lodge meetings, you may still be able to help new members learn ritual etc. Our attendees range in age from 20 through 85 - and everyone enjoys each other's "Conviviality and Caring".

The lessons of temperance, prudence, fortitude and justice don't come easily. Good, solid direction is needed. Will you be able to help? If so, we want you to be a part of our new lodge! Come for a meal - and be a member for your lifetime. You'll be glad you did.

And. . . . . .We’re off!!

If you’ve been a regular visitor to the web page you will notice that the U.D. (Under Dispensation) designation has gone away! The Grand Master presented our charter at the last Grand Lodge session and we are now officially in business. And What A Business It Is! I need to tell you that if you haven’t been following our activities over the past several months on Facebook or Twitter, you need take the time to ‘log on’ – it’s worth the trip!!

As with any new effort, not all things are going exactly according to plan but in the main it is working just fine. From the variety of speakers we have had to our Special Ladies program, the wheels keep turning and we keep learning. Our Special Ladies program keeps growing and has taken on a unique dimension for our lodge and those who visit. In fact, the Companions of Ira Berry Royal Arch Chapter in Pittsfield were so impressed with it that they made a very generous donation from their Charity Fund to help support our efforts. How good is that!

Amongst our other efforts we are currently working three candidates who are students at the University of Maine. The members of the lodge have been very impressed with the seriousness these young men exhibit and we all welcome the opportunity to help lead these men in their Masonic journey. Each rendition of the ritual presents its own uniqueness since this is the first time the officers have worked together and considering that we all come from different lodges, the degree work thus far has been excellent (but then I may be a bit prejudiced!) .

So. . . . . .spend some time on the website and look us over. We have everything from pictures we have taken at most meetings to an explanation of just what our “DNA” is and how we intend to keep defining ourselves. This has been a great project and just keeps getting better and better! Drop in for lunch anytime – we look forward to seeing you.

“Conviviality and Caring”

Fraternally,

Jerry Leighton