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Short Talk Bulletin
by Masonic Service Association of North America
Published by the Masonic Service Association since 1923
Episodes
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Attracting Masonic Leaders V56N10
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Houston Brian, PGM - AK, and is brought to us by WBro Zachary Cote, WM - Freeport #23, Freeport ME. This Short Talk was adapted from a paper presented by MW Bro Brian at the 1969 Southwestern Conference on Masonic Education....
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A Focus On Freemasonry V63N4
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Herbert A. Ronin, PGM - NE, and is brought to us by WBro Bernard Mulholland, PM - Deering #183, Portland ME. It has been adapted from a paper, “A Sketch of Freemasonry,” which Most Worshipful Brother Ronin prepared for the...
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Members Were Present V43N9
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Conrad Hahn, and is brought to us by WBro Bernard Mulholland, PM - Deering #183, Portland ME. The summer recess is over. Secretaries are busy again, keeping the minutes of meetings up-to-date. For each communication they…
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Lodge Inspection V36N3
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by VW Bro Ambrose Dawson, DER 14th ME. Every Grand Lodge has some system of Lodge inspection or instruction, and these systems are known by many names. In this season of inspections (my own...
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Highest Hills And Lowest Vales V59N5
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Keith Arrington, Past Assistant Grand Librarian, GL - IA, and is brought to us by Bro Kyle Kemph, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. Tradition has it that in ancient times, Masons met on the highest hill and in the lowest vales to secure...
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The Trinity Of Masonic Education V40N1
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Charles A. Hansen, GSt - WI, and is brought to us by RW Bro Ambrose Dawson, DER 14th, ME. Bro Hansen prepared this Short Talk for the twelfth Midwest Conference on Masonic Education held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, October 20–21,...
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Mystery Religions And Freemasonry V81N6
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro and Dr Gary Leazer, an ordained Baptist minister, and is brought to us by Bro Kyle Kempf, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. Many times religious criticism of Freemasonry centers around the so-called “Mystery Religions.” This is nothing...
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William Ellery V51N5
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Il Bro Norris G. Abbot, 33rd, GH - RI, and is brought to us by Bro Galen Burke, JD - Rising Virtue #10, Bangor ME. In the frustrating days before the Declaration of Independence was signed, Rhode Island became the first independent...
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Columns And Pillars V27N11
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from the golden pen of Bro Carl H. Claudy, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM - CA. The Freemasonry we know is a development of speculative teaching from an operative craft. It could not, therefore, have been other than...
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More Light In Masonry Part 2 V50N2
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Allen E. Roberts, and is brought to us by Bro Galen Burke, JD at Rising Virtue #10, Bangor ME. Why does one lodge grow and another stand still? Why is one lodge active while another stagnates? Why does one lodge have an…
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More Light In Masonry Who Needs It V50N1
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by WBro Allen E. Roberts of Virginia, and is brought to us by Bro Galen Burke, JD – Rising Virtue #10, Bangor ME. In 1972, the MSA endeavored to send to all of the constituent Lodges a series of Short Talks entitled More Light in...
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The Nature Of Symbols V35N7
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from the golden pen of MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and was first published in July of 1957. “A beautiful system of morality, veiled in allegory, and illustrated by symbols…” has become so much a part of the imaginative and inspirational Masonic...
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Washington And The Society Of The Cincinnati V68N4
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro Alexander A. Bleimann, PDDGM, Editor of Publications and Fellow of the American Lodge of Research, New York, and is brought to us by WBro “Big Papa” TJ Olson, Somerset Lodge #34, Skowhegan ME. Frequently the MSA is asked…
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The Masters Lodge, Boston V61N4
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Conrad Hahn, and is brought to us by WBro Bill Vivian, GP – ME. This year marks the 293rd Anniversary of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. It was formed during that historic period between the witch trials and the start of…
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Fayette L. “Yankee” Robinson V80N11
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro John H. Watts, and is brought to us by Bro Brian Ellis, PGSD – ME. A recent Masonic Publication had the following item: “Cannibals do not eat clowns because they have a funny taste.” There is a poem that has the following:...
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Masonic Writing How To V62N4
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode has been adapted from guidelines published by the Illinois Lodge of Research, and is brought to us by WBro “Big Papa” TJ Olson, Somerset Lodge #34, Skowhegan ME. Developing the ability to write a paper can be beneficial to a person in his…
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Key V31N10
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro Brian Ellis, PSGD – ME. What has become of the symbol of the Key in modern Freemasonry? It seems to have gone the way of the Skirret and Pencil, when we should celebrate […]
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The Price Of Independence V54N2
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Conrad Hahn, and is brought to us by WBro Bill Vivian, PGP – ME. The cost of independence for our forbears was great indeed, and they paid with their fortunes and lives. Here is some of that story. Enjoy, and do share this […]
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Five Masonic Thoughts V62N5
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from a “Masonic Culture” handbook, issued by the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. We have extracted several items which came from the inspired pen of Brother MW William A. Carpenter written many years ago. They stand the test of...
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Ancient York Masons V37N10
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Conrad Hahn, and is brought to us by WBro Michael Blum, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. Here we find an excellent discussion of that almost unanswerable question: did a form of Freemasonry exist in the city of York, England, in the...
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The Regius Manuscript V24N7
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and is brought to us by WBro Michael Blum, PM – Solar Star #14, Bath ME. The history of our gentle craft extends back into the mists of time, but real, solid evidence extends back to 1390, and the origin […]
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Washington A Truly Remarkable Man Pt 2 V69N3
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is brought to us by Bro Mark Shilo, Philanthropic Lodge, Marblehead MA. This Short Talk is Part 2 on the life of George Washington. We again would like to thank the Mt. Vernon Ladies’ Association of the Union and Mr. James Rees, Associate…
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George Washington A Truly Remarkable Man V69N2
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is brought to us by Bro Mark Shilo, SD Philanthropic Lodge, Marblehead MA. George Washington has long been one of our greatest heroes. MSA is grateful to the Mt. Vernon Ladies’ Association of the Union and Bro. James C. Rees, Associate Director,...
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Masonic Signers Of The Declaration V53N6
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Conrad Hahn, and is brought to us by VW Ambrose Dawson, DER 14th ME. There have been several ‘definitive lists’ of the members of the Continental Congress who belonged to our gentle fraternity. After much research, and to...
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Masonic Paradox V31N5
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro Mark Shilo, SD at Philanthropic Lodge, Marblehead MA. One of the definitions of ‘paradox’ is a puzzling fact or object, and it is in that sense used here, speaking of the Lodge.…
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The Prestonian Charges V30N11
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and is brought to us by WBro Mattew Giguere, Master of Northern Star #28 ME and DRI 13th ME. In most Grand Lodges, the Master, a Past Master, or some brother appointed to the task delivers the Charge of the […]
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The Inevitable Declaration V52N2
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Conrad Hahn, and is brought to us by Bro Brian Ellis, SW – Northern Star #28 ME and PGSD – ME. “Taxation without representation is tyranny.” Americans commonly regard this slogan as the cause of the revolutionary war and the...
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Albert Pike V1N7
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Joseph Fort Newton and first published in July 1923. There are perhaps few greater names among equals within American Freemasonry. Albert Pike, man of fire, found Freemasonry in a log cabin, and left it in a temple. Enjoy…
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Watchman, What Of The Night?
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Walter MacDougal, PGM – ME, and is brought to us by MW Bro Jeffry Simonton, GM – ME. The question arises: why do men come to our west gate, become Masons, and never return? How does the Craft welcome and include new members […]
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The Twenty Four Inch Gauge V11N9
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by MW Bro Jeffry Simonton, GM – ME. Here we find an excellent discussion of that instrument, introduced in the EA degree, that our ancient brethren used to measure and lay out their work.…
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The Trowel V38N10
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy and first published in October 1960. This is not the first time that this episode has appeared in this Podcast, and it will not be the last, because the lessons contained in this most important of our working…
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July 4th 1776 V45N6
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Conrad Hahn, first published in June 1967. This is the second STB that celebrates the events surrounding our independence, and how it relates to Freemasonry. So, without further ado, enjoy, and let Freedom ring! Please do...
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The 4th Of July V2N7
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton and first published in July 1924. As has become tradition on this Podcast, today we celebrate the birth of our republic, and the beginning of a new and great era in the history of humanity. Enjoy, and…
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A Mason’s Flag V4N7
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is by an unknown author and first published in July 1926. As we celebrate the two hundred and fiftieth birthday of America, it is worth reminding ourselves of the ones who came before us, our Masonic forbears, and what this great symbol meant to...
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The Greatest Of These V15N4
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from the golden pen of MW Bro Carl Claudy and was first published in April 1937. Here we find an excellent discussion of that third round of Jacob’s Ladder, Charity, and why this is considered the greatest of the three. Enjoy, and do share…
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What Does Freemasonry Offer The World V43N8
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Ill Bro Alphonse Cerza, 33rd, Riverside Lodge #862, Riverside IL, and is brought to us by VW Bro Ambrose Dawson, DER 14th ME, PM – Acacia #121, Durham ME. While Freemasonry in its present form has existed around 300 years, there…
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Inasmuch And Furthermore V59N11
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro Walter H. Brown, Past Grand Orator of the GL of IL, and is brought to us by WBro Michael Blum, DRI 14th ME and PM of Solar Star #14, Bath ME. The “furthermores” which we took while kneeling at the Masonic altar with […]
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My Son V57N3
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro Furman Vincen, PGM – TX, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, ME. In honor of Father’s Day, may this story of a man and his father bring Light to brothers everywhere. Enjoy, and do share this […]
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A Moment Of History V40N6
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Sumner G. Whittier, Former Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts, Director of the VA under President Eisenhower, and member of Galilean Lodge, Everett MA, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. Here we find a...
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Bro Robert Treat Paine V52N9
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Rev Thomas Sherrard Roy, PGM – MA, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. Five delegates from Massachusetts were members of the Second Continental Congress which adopted the Declaration of Independence and...
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Masonic Education And Culture V35N11
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by VW Bro Ambrose Dawson, DEI 14th ME. The Standard Dictionary defines education as “the systematic cultivation of the normal powers of the intellect, feeling and conduct, so as to render…
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Washington Friend Of Masonry V54N4
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is a condensation of an address by the late RW Bro. Erford W. Poole of Massachusetts, and was furnished to The Masonic Service Association by MW Brother Thomas A. Booth, past grand master of Masons in Massachusetts, and is brought to us by WBro...
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William Ellery 1727 – 1820 V51N5
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Ill Bro Norris G. Abbot Jr., 33rd, PGH – RI, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. Bro Ellery was one of Rhode Island’s signers of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, and a member of the […]
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Where Do We Go From Here V48N11
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode consists of two addresses by brothers who have distinguished themselves in public service, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. These remarks suggest answers to the question posed in the title, where do we go from here? Enjoy,...
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Thoughts On Memorial Day V55N5
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro Fordham D. Tabor and first published in May 1977. As has become tradition on this day of remembrance in cities and towns across our land, we pause to remember and give tribute to those who have given the ultimate sacrifice…
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The Flag Speaks V68N9
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro J. D. Krell, PDDGM 8A – CT. In these trying days of national uncertainty, here we find encouragement. Here we find an excellent and imaginative discussion of our common heritage and common goals, and assurance that what we...
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The Great Cornerstone V3N9
The Great Cornerstone Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Rev Dr Joseph Fort Newton and first published in September 1925. With the imminent 250th birthday of the American nation, it is a good time to take a look at that Great Cornerstone of our Republic, the...
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Masons Signing The Declaration Of Independence V35N1
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro George Koutrokois, Acacia #121, Durham, ME. Few Masonic subjects have resulted in more arguments and controversy than this. Agreement has been difficult, but at long last the…
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Applied Freemasonry V104N4
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written and is brought to us by Bro Chad Lacek. Here we find an excellent discussion of some of the things Bro Lacek has learned in his many years in the Craft, presented in no particular order. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these…
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The Architecture Of Masonry V32N6
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from the golden pen of MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro Chad Lacek, Dundee Lodge #190, Carpentersville IL. What Freemasonry omits is often as interesting as what it includes. Masonry was built on, in, around, and beside many...
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