Past
courses
October 8, 2022 – Music, the 6th Liberal Art
Location: Messalonskee Lodge #113 – Oakland
Time: 9:00 – 12:00pm
Instructor: Philip Amidon
NOTE – Lunch will be provided for this class
As I travel around, I notice a gaping hole in a great many lodges… Old pipe organ, piano and melodeon are present, but are unplayed, untuned and broken down. None of the brothers join in rejoiceful singing. There is no music to intensify and decorate the ancient symbolic rituals. This was not the case in former times, and I would like to do what I can to bring music back into the temples of Freemasonry. Live music with singing would significantly enhance and enrich our time together as brothers.
Please pre-register for this event by emailing mainemasoniccollege@gmail.com with your name, Lodge/Jurisdiction (if applicable) and if you plan to attend lunch.
October 1, 2022 – Convocation: The Virtues: Building Blocks for our Masonic Degree Systems, for the Developing of the Individual, and for Building Society at large
The Virtues: Building Blocks for our Masonic Degree Systems, for the Developing of the Individual, and for Building Society at large
Where: Bangor Anah Shrine
When: 9am – 3pm
Note: Coffee & Donuts will be provided and lunch in the afternoon
Introductions by: Past Grand Master Claire Tusch
Opening Speech: Grand Master Dan Bartlett
Speakers:
Shawn Eyer – Director of Education and Special Projects at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, and a researcher who has published numerous articles about Masonic literature, history and symbolism.
Jeff Simonton – Master Mason of Federal Lodge #6 and Triangle Lodge #1. Received the 33rd degree of the Scottish Rite in Washington DC. In 2013, was crowned an Active Member of the Supreme Council AASR for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the USA. In 2019, he became the Deputy for the State of Maine AASR.
Eric Kuntz – A member of the Board of Regents for the Maine Masonic College and is a past Master of the Maine Lodge of Research. He is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and a Life member of the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He has been active in the Blue Lodge and York Rite, serving as Past District Deputy and Past Grand Principal Sojourner. He has lectured on the importance of symbolism in freemasonry and human development.
Please pre-register for this event by emailing mainemasoniccollege@gmail.com with your name, Lodge/Jurisdiction (if applicable)
September 10, 2022 – Military Lodges and Their History
Location: Triangle Lodge #1 – Portland Maine
Time: 2:00pm
Instructors: Brian Ellis & Derrick Gittleman
This class will explore the possible connections between Masonry and the Military. We will discuss the core values that go along with the branches of the armed forces and the bodies of freemasonry. We will dive into the history of “military lodges” as to how they were formed, why they were created, and the different lodges that were created.
We will have the pleasure of conducting the class right after the Chili Cookoff hosted by Triangle Lodge #1 in Portland. SOO bring your appetite for food AND knowledge as this should be a wonderful day!!
Please pre-register for this event by emailing mainemasoniccollege@gmail.com with your name, Lodge/Jurisdiction (if applicable).
June 11, 2022 – An Introduction to Symbolism
This is a revision of the initial course offered by the Maine Masonic College. Symbolism is a critical element in experiencing Freemasonry. We will observe and discuss how symbolism is also an integral part in everyone’s life. Lack of an understanding of the levels of symbols and their interpretation, have severe repercussions for us all. This interactive presentation is open to all audiences and ages.
Instructor: RW Eric Kuntz
Location: Virtual
Maine Masonic College is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: MMC – Symbolism June 11th
Time: Jun 11, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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May 21st, 2022 – Introduction to Stoicism
Please join the Maine Masonic College as they provide an introduction into the popular philosophy of Stoicism. We will do an overview of its history, its benefits and drawbacks, how to apply it to our daily life, the role it plays in today’s society and compare and contrast it to Freemasonry today. This course will involve some hands-on activities and we expect participation from those who attend.
Instructor: Luke Shorty – Chair
Maine Masonic College is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Introduction to Stoicism
Time: May 21, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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