Jno G. Lewis #622

08/23/2026

Happy Birthday PM Patrick Garrett . Wishing you many more laps around the Sun. 🫡

08/21/2026

Reflections Of A Senior Warden:

"There comes a point in your journey when you have to understand that everyone can’t go where God is taking you.

Some people were assigned to a chapter of your life, not the entire story. They may have walked with you, encouraged you, laughed with you, and even struggled with you—but that does not mean they are prepared for the place God is leading you next.

And that can be difficult, because sometimes we are trying to hold on to people while God is telling us to move forward.

Not everyone will understand your vision.
Not everyone will respect your discipline.
Not everyone will support your growth.
And not everyone will understand why you had to change.

But when God begins to elevate your purpose, your circle may become smaller while your responsibility becomes greater.

As Masons, we understand that growth requires labor. A rough stone does not become perfected without something being removed. In the same way, sometimes God removes distractions, relationships, habits, and environments that no longer fit the man He is calling us to become.

That doesn't mean we become arrogant or believe we are better than anyone else. We still love. We still serve. We still extend the hand of brotherhood. But we must also have enough wisdom to recognize that everybody cannot accompany us into every season.

Sometimes separation is not rejection—it is preparation.

Abraham had to leave what was familiar. Moses had to leave Egypt. David had to leave the pasture before he could reach the palace. Their destinations required them to move beyond where they had been.

So when your road becomes lonely, don't automatically assume you're going the wrong way.

Keep your faith.
Stay focused.
Walk in purpose.
Keep climbing.

And remember: you don't have to dislike anybody, disrespect anybody, or look down on anybody.

Just understand that everyone can't go where God is taking you.

Sometimes the next level requires a different environment, greater discipline, stronger faith, and fewer passengers.

Trust God—and keep moving forward."

- SW K. M. Nash Sr.

08/21/2026

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08/20/2026

Today, we pause to honor a defining moment in Texas Prince Hall Freemasonry.

On August 20, 1875, following the historic convention held in Brenham, the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Texas was established.

What began with vision, courage, and unity became the foundation of a legacy that continues to serve, lead, and uplift communities across this great Jurisdiction.

We honor the founding Brethren whose work gave life to this Grand Lodge and whose legacy continues to guide us today.

08/20/2026

Please assist me in wishing PM Buckram and his wife a Happy Anniversary. Wishing you many more years of success and prosperity Sir. 🙏🏾🫡

08/20/2026

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🜍 "Many assume that if you're peaceful, you must have had an easy life. I went to war for this peace."

There is a war every Freemason is called to fight.

Not against another man...

But against himself.

Against pride.

Against anger.

Against envy.

Against fear.

Against the quiet voice of the ego that whispers,
"You deserve more."
"You don't need to forgive."
"You're already good enough."

The greatest battles are rarely visible.

They are fought in silence.

In moments when no one is watching.

Freemasonry gives us the working tools to wage that inner war.

The study of the Seven Liberal Arts and Sciences sharpens the mind so emotion does not rule reason.

The practice of Memento Mori reminds us that life is finite, encouraging us to spend it on what truly matters rather than feeding our ego.

The lessons of our ritual teach us that true strength is found in humility, self-mastery, and service—not domination.

And perhaps most importantly...

Brotherhood reminds us that we were never meant to fight this battle alone.

Every Brother has his own rough ashlar.

Every Brother carries wounds no one else can see.

Every Brother is trying, day by day, to chip away at the man he was so he can become the man he ought to be.

When you meet a Mason who is calm in the face of chaos...

Patient when provoked...

Humble despite success...

And generous despite hardship...

Don't mistake that peace for weakness.

It was earned.

Not on a battlefield of steel...

But on the battlefield of the soul.

🔨 The greatest victory a Freemason will ever achieve is not over another man... but over the man he used to be.