October 20, 2009 in Bicentennial, Events, Speech by Mark Bernardin
In this episode, we hear from our Grand Orator, RWB Kevin Todd. This is a recording of the speech he gave on June 21st at the rededication of the Ohio Statehouse cornerstone.<br /><br />Upcoming episodes will feature other events and speeches from this historic day.
October 20, 2009 in Interview by Mark Bernardin
In this episode, we talk to WB Thommie Williams of Blendon Lodge in Westerville. Thommie was a member of several bands in the 1960s and 70s, and he is also the man behind the podcast’s theme song. He is currently the Musician at Blendon Lodge #339.
For more information about Thommie’s album, The Widow’s Son, contact us at podcast@freemason.com. Proceeds from the sale of the CD go to Ohio Special Olympics.
October 20, 2009 in Bicentennial by Mark Bernardin
In this episode, we hear from Chad Simpson, the Grand Lodge’s Director of Program Development. He is telling us about the Bicentennial painting, commissioned for the Grand Lodge’s 200th anniversary. Included is a history of the gathering at the Bunch of Grapes Tavern in Boston, as well as information about the artist.
October 20, 2009 in Interview by Mark Bernardin
In this episode, we speak with Jim Leonard, the Acting Director of Franklin County’s Emergency Management & Homeland Security Office.
To learn more about the Emergency Management & Homeland Security Office, please visit their website.
October 20, 2009 in Bicentennial by Mark Bernardin
In this episode, we hear from Grand Master Ronald Winnett as he speaks about the events for the Grand Lodge of Ohio’s Bicentennial.
October 19, 2009 in Events, Interview by Mark Bernardin
In this episode, we learn about the Masonic Model Student Assistance Program. This is a program offered to schools at no charge. It is a 3-day workshop in which school staff learn how to identify and assess at-risk behavior in children.
If you are interested in learning more about the Masonic Model SAP, including how your local schools can attend, please contact Mark Bernardin at the Grand Lodge office, (800) 292-6092.
October 19, 2009 in General by Mark Bernardin
In this episode, we are taken on a tour of the Grand Lodge Museum. Our tour guide is WB Chad Simpson, the Grand Lodge’s Director of Program Development. The tour includes the museum’s “Presidential Corner,” filled with artifacts from the 4 US Presidents who were Ohio Masons. We also hear from the Grand Historian, WB Chuck Eichensehr, on the purpose of the museum.
If you are interested in visiting the museum in person, it is open Monday-Friday (excluding holidays) from 9am-5pm, and other days by appointment. Please call the Grand Lodge office to set a time to visit. You can reach us at (800) 292-6092.
October 1, 2009 in Special Olympics, Speech by Mark Bernardin
In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with RWB Mike Cecil, the chair of the Grand Lodge Special Olympics Committee. We also get to hear from the Grand Master, Michael Himes, on his feelings for the Special Olympics, as well as a Lodge officer and what his Lodge has done to raise money.
October 1, 2009 in General by Mark Bernardin
This is the first podcast of the Grand Lodge F&AM of Ohio. We will be highlighting events in Ohio Masonry. We will also have interviews with our Grand Lodge officers and other Masons across the state. Keep checking back, as we will be publishing new blogs and podcasts frequently.
