Showing posts with label Article XI. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Article XI. Show all posts

Saturday, September 8, 2007

Article X

Article X
Legislation


Section 1. The Grand Lodge shall provide the means for a continuing study and promulgation of legislative measures for all matters requiring legislation, with strict adherence to the tenets and teachings of the Fraternity and in conformity with this Constitution and existing laws of the land.

Article XI

Article XI
Masonic Education


Section 1. Objectives. The creation of a strong foundation for membership shall be a prime objective of the Grand Lodge. To this end, there shall be a continuing in depth study and promotion of the philosophy and teachings of Freemasonry, coupled with the assimilation of historical documents, artifacts and Masonic literature for the appreciation of future generation of Masons. There shall be a strong effort to inspire and encourage members to undertake research, teach, write or make dissertations that would serve to add and enhance the enlightenment of the brethren in particular and the community in general.


Section 2. Creation of an Institution for Masonic Education. The Grand Lodge shall create an institutional body to plan, lead, direct and supervise Masonic education and leadership training programs for the benefit of Lodges and their members in its jurisdiction and Masonry in general.Section 3. Programs. There shall be a continuing effort to upgrade the quality of membership through short, medium and long-range programs that shall eventually make passing through or graduation from various courses, modules, seminars or workshops mandatory for all officers of the Grand Lodge as well as the Lodges in its jurisdiction.