Random Acts of Kindness How many times have you received a skeptical, quizzical or even surprised look when you told someone you’re a Mason? Our fraternity is often shrouded with mystery, misrepresented by Hollywood, dismissed by uninformed naysayers and misunderstood by the masses.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. The best way to prove our value to society is by educating others through our actions. Freemasons are good men of their word who benefit society in countless, quiet ways that are often conducted outside of the public eye. That’s why Grand Master Tom Gamon is challenging every Pennsylvania Mason to demonstrate goodwill by performing Random Acts of Kindness. These small, thoughtful gestures will give others a glimpse into what it means to be a Pennsylvania Freemason. Opportunities to make a difference in another’s life present themselves daily; we just need to be willing to take a moment to observe our surroundings. It may be as simple as helping a stranded motorist jump start his car, buying coffee for the lady behind you at Starbucks, carrying someone’s groceries, mowing an elderly neighbor’s lawn, picking up trash in a park, making a meal for a shut-in or donating food or clothing to a family in need. When you answer the challenge to assist someone, simply give the individual one of these business cards. Our website and social media channels are listed for those wishing to learn more. Make sure to get some business cards from your lodge secretary and keep them in a convenient place such as in your wallet or your glove box. Let’s challenge ourselves to live the values of Freemasonry by showing concern for the wellbeing of others.
Let us know about your Random Acts of Kindness! Email your story to pr@masonicvillages.org. If you have a picture (and permission from everyone included), attach it to your email.
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Do Good Unto All
August 2020
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