Square & Compasses No. 106 November 2020
South Africans were also affected by World War I. In 1917 more than 600 black South African soldiers died when the troopship, the SS Mendi, sank. More than 11 000 other South African soldiers also died in this war. South African soldiers, many who were Freemasons, also paid the ultimate price in World War II […]
Square & Compasses No. 104 September 2020
“Feeding 1,000 children for a 100 days” initiative was launched around South Africa. and a very tasty vanilla flavoured porridge is now enjoyed daily by some 1,000 recipients. To distribute the porridge most effectively, the Provincial teams got involved and delivered the 5 kg bags through a variety of outlets such as foster homes or […]
Square & Compasses No. 102 July 2020
Freemasonry requires that its members must know themselves and the Volume of the Sacred Law has many references to this, which is why most of its principles and tenets are based on the teachings contained therein. Jordan Petersen, a non-Freemason and a renowned Psychologist, holds the view that the way to know oneself is to […]
Square & Compasses No. 101 June 2020
The experiences and tragedies of Covid-19 have plunged the country into crisis and the general atmosphere is one of sadness and fear. We have a choice. We can sit and lament the negatives or we can prepare for the positives to be employed when we emerge from the crisis. As Winston Churchill knew, the time […]
Square & Compasses No. 100 May 2020
As Freemasons, I believe that we are still fighting for a principle. Whilst we are no longer armed, we
nevertheless employ our resources to the cause of social justice and the preservation of a moral way of life. We
cannot change everything in our society, but we can make a difference, person by person, family by family
Square & Compasses No. 99 April 2020
Let us make sure that those who we know and who are less fortunate than we are do not suffer excessively during this time. Let us ensure that we do not add to their troubles and that, within our means, we continue to support them wherever we can. MW Bro. Dave Duncan OSM – Grand […]
Square & Compasses No. 98 March 2020
Difficult times generate innovative solutions and I am happy to say that the Brethren in Grand Lodge have risen to the challenge. We already have Grand Lodge and Provincial Grand Lodge committee meetings taking place through the internet and Lodges are following suit.
Square & Compasses No. 97 February 2020
We always inform our potential Candidates that the order of priority in our lives is: the Creator, our Family, our economic support system, and then Freemasonry. Every Brother has his priorities in life and I am sure that every one of us has challenges occurring on a daily basis.
Square & Compasses No. 96 January 2020
Over
the festive season there was an outpouring of generosity
in which many of the Brethren donated toys and other
goods to needy children. Children who will probably
never experience a festive season within a natural and
loving family.
Square & Compasses No. 95 December 2019
Brethren, it’s the end of yet another year that seems to have flown by. It seems as if it was only last week Thursday that it was Easter! I wish everyone well over the festive period and may you find rest and refreshment for your soul. My heartfelt thanks for your support during the past […]