Brethren, this past year has been one of challenge in many respects. Our friends and brothers have worked hard, dedicated themselves to their loved ones, their careers and the Craft, and have kept an optimistic outlook as we slowly pull out of an economic downturn. Some of us have suffered injury or illness, and even the loss of those closest to us. Some of us have struggled to support our families and have done everything we could to persevere in our effort to better our situation. Yet even in the face of barriers and obstacles, the Brethren of Arlington Centennial-Glebe have given a great deal of themselves for the benefit of others in support our broader Masonic family. From Masonic Youth to the Masonic Home, from blood drives to scholarships, we strive every day to take a good man and make him better. That effort is something I hope to continue on a larger scale this year.
Our lodge has experienced a period of readjustment. With the assistance of the officers and the brethren, we are embarking on a reinvigoration of our place in the community. We are working to repair our communications with the membership and to ensure our official business, such as dues collection and information distribution, is taken care of promptly and professionally. We are becoming more proactive in planning activities for the lodge, and are looking to attract candidates who meet our stringent criteria for membership.
Dues Notices will go out this month. Please pay promptly. You may pay by check or online at our website ACGL81.com. Dues go up to $70.00 this year due to the $15.00 Grand Lodge increase and the $5 Lodge increase that we voted in last year.
All E-Mail correspondence for the secretary should go to Secretary@acgl81.com.
All Mail correspondence should go to:
Secretary ACGL81 715 7th Street NE Washington DC 20002
Here is to a wonderful, exciting, and successful new Masonic year. I look forward to the coming of 2012 and the annual resurgence of our fraternity.
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Jason H. Gerbsman
Master ACGLNo.81