New incentives will be tried in order to turn around our membership. Our Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention programs has gained much notoriety since its inception. This programs will be expanded through the National Masonic Foundation for Children to Include seminaries to certify teacher in the recognition of drug and alcohol behavioral patterns in young children. The Leadership and Educational Services Committee has provided us with quality programs for our officers and membership. I would encourage all Districts to offer the training to any member of the staff that has the interest.
Educated member are our most valuable asset.
Help is only a phone call away should the need arise. All of us together can and will bring the Fraternity to a brighter, more vibrant. The Grand Lodge Fund has helped several of our Brethren and some lodges that were in Financial difficulty. It is our obligation, my Brethren to assist needy Brothers when called upon. May the Great Architect of the Universe fulfill all of your dreams and aspirations, and bless our families, our beloved country and our illustrious Fraternity.