UGLQ - Queensland Freemasons (Australia)

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 26 and the topic for this show is “Things To Know Before Joining”. We explore the topic things you should know before joining.

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 25 and the topic for this show is "Growing our membership". We explore the topic of membership, why is it important to grow it and what has been happening in Queensland Freemasonry in terms of memebership levels

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Special 1 - The topic for this podcast is "End of year message" from the Grand Master Adrian Burton. It was delivered at the Quarterly Communication of the United Grand Lodge of Queensland on Wednesday 5 December 2012.

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 24 and the topic for this show is "Talking About The Past". Too many mason talk too often about the past forgetting about the present. This podcast explores the topic.

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 23 and the topic for this show is What will freemasonry look like in ten years. A link to more information about Google Glasses

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 22 and the topic for this show is Successful lodges. We talk about running a successful lodge and what you can do in your own lodge to make it successful

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 21 and the topic for this show is about “Seven Liberal Arts and Sciences ”. The quadrivium consists of arithmetic, geometry, music, and astronomy. These followed the preparatory work of the trivium made up of grammar, logic, and rhetoric.  In turn, the quadrivium was considered preparatory work for the serious study of philosophy (sometimes called the "liberal art par excellence") and theology.

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 20 and the topic for this show is about “Seven Liberal Arts and Sciences ”. In medieval universities, the trivium comprised the three subjects that were taught first: grammar, logic, and rhetoric. The word is a Latin term meaning “the three ways” or “the three roads” forming the foundation of a medieval liberal arts education. This study was preparatory for the quadrivium.

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 19 and the topic for this show is about “Junior Officers”. Treasurer From Wikipedia : "The role of the Treasurer is to keep the accounts, collect annual dues from the members, pay bills, and forward annual dues to the Grand Lodge.The annual presentation of accounts is an important measure of the lodge's continuing viability, whilst the efficient collection of annual subscriptions is vitally important, as any lapse in payment (deliberate or unintentional) can lead to a member losing voting rights, being denied the opportunity to visit other lodges, and finally even being debarred or excluded from his own lodge. It is common for the Treasurer to be an experienced Past Master, but this is not required."               Secretary From Wikipedia : "The Secretary's official duties include issuing the summons (a formal notice of an impending meeting, with time, date and agenda), recording meeting minutes, completing statistical returns to the Grand Lodge, and advising the Worshipful Master on matters of procedure. Many individual lodge bylaws add to these duties by mandating, for example, that the Secretary serve on specific committees. Although any member may hold the office of Secretary, it is typically held by an experienced Past Master."               Deacons From Wikipedia : "A Deacon is a junior officer in the lodge. In most jurisdictions, a lodge has two Deacons, styled Senior Deacon and Junior Deacon. The principal duties of the Senior Deacon are to conduct candidates around the Lodge and speak for them during certain ceremonies, to assist the Worshipful Master as needed and to carry messages between the Master and the Senior Warden. The office of Junior Deacon is similar in many respects to that of Senior Deacon. The principal duties of the Junior Deacon are to assist the Senior Warden, and carry messages between the two Wardens. In some jurisdictions he is also responsible for guarding the inside of the main door of the lodge and ensuring that the lodge is "tyled"      Stewards From Wikipedia : "Stewards fulfil a number of junior assistant roles. There is considerable variance, even within the same jurisdiction, as to the precise roles played by Stewards. Some of their common duties could include the following: Stewards are often tasked with an understudy role to fill the position of the Senior Deacon or Junior Deacons, in their absence. When a degree ceremony is performed, one or more Steward(s) may be required to assist the two Deacons in conducting the candidates around the temple. Stewards have a traditional role in many jurisdictions of serving wine during any meal served after the lodge meeting. This is often extended to a general supervision and planning of catering and refreshments. Some jurisdictions specify that each lodge has two Stewards, known as the 'Senior Steward' and 'Junior Steward'. Other jurisdictions put no limit on the number of Stewards who may be appointed, and in this respect the office is unique. The Worshipful Master may appoint any number of Stewards, according to the size and requirements of his lodge. These additional stewards are commonly given the title of 'Associate Steward.' Although newer members usually fill the office of Steward, in some lodges it is traditional for a Past Master to be appointed to supervise the work of the Stewards."     Tyler (or Tiler) From Wikipedia : "The 'Tiler' (sometimes spelled 'Tyler')  is sometimes known as the 'Outer Guard' of the lodge. His duty is to guard the door (from the outside), with a drawn sword, and ensure that only those who are duly qualified manage to gain entry into the lodge meeting. In some jurisdictions, he also prepares candidates for their admission. The Tyler is traditionally responsible for preparing the lodge room before the meeting, and for storing and maintaining the regalia after the meeting.

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 18 and the topic for this show is about “Senior Officers”. Worshipful Master  From Wikipedia : "The senior officer of a Masonic Lodge is the Master, normally addressed and referred to as the "Worshipful Master" (in Scotland, and in Lodges under the Scottish Constitution, the "Right Worshipful Master"). The Worshipful Master sits in the East of the lodge room, directs all of the business of his lodge, and is vested with considerable powers without further reference to the members. He also presides over ritual and ceremonies."       Senior Warden From Wikipedia : "The Senior Warden (sometimes known as First Warden) is the second of the three principal officers of a lodge, and is the Master's principal deputy. Under some constitutions, if the Worshipful Master is absent then the Senior Warden presides at meetings as "acting Master", and may act for the Master in all matters of lodge business. Under other constitutions, including Grand Lodge of England and Grand Lodge of Ireland, only sitting Masters or Past Masters may preside as "acting Master", and so the Senior Warden cannot fulfill this role unless he is also a Past Master. In many lodges it is presumed that the Senior Warden will become the next Worshipful Master."         Junior Warden From Wikipedia : "The third of the principal officers is the Junior Warden (or Second Warden). The Junior Warden is charged with the supervision of the Lodge while it is in recess for meals or other social purposes. In some jurisdictions the Junior Warden has a particular responsibility for ensuring that visiting Masons are in possession of the necessary credentials. In others, this is the job of the Tyler. In some jurisdictions the Junior Warden presides if both the Master and the Senior Warden are absent. The Wardens are regular officers of the Lodge, meaning that the positions must be filled."       Book Link - Freemasons for Dummies by Christopher Hodapp

A $50,000 donation from the Queensland Freemasons has helped rebuild the Lowood Recreational and Sports Grounds after it was wiped out during last year’s devastating floods. The well-used sporting facility, owned by Somerset Regional Council, was in dire need of repairs after being inundated with water during the floods in January 2011. Take a look at the article here.

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 17 and the topic for this show is about "Masonic Related Book Reviews" Links to mentioned in show are : ObservingTheCraft.com - Observing the Craft is a manifesto of sorts for the observant Mason, who seeks quality over quantity in every aspect of Masonry TheLostSymbol.com - Main Site for the Dan Brown book. On this site you can listen to the first chapter of the book. TheLostSymbol - Special Illustrated Edition - A small preview of the Dan Brown book

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 16 and the topic for this show is about "Masons and Technology" Links to mentioned in show are : Qld Freemason Magazine App California Freemason magazine App Whence came you ?  (Podcast) - Blogspot The Life Masonic (Podcast) - Facebook Page X-Oriente (Podcast) - Website      

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 15 and the topic for this show is “Alice St - Brisbane - Masonic Temple". These are two images of Alice St - Brisbane Masonic Temple                   You can find more early pictures of Brisbane Early Images of Brisbane - UQ Library here

This is the Freemasons Queensland Podcast – Show 14 and the topic for this show is “Masonic Lectures".           These are pictures  of typical Collar and Gauntlets mention in the podcast. Feel free to make your comments below.