In astronomy, the phrase "first light" refers to the first time a new telescope is opened to see the heavens.
In Freemasonry, "first light" takes on other symbolic meanings.
Here, "first light" refers to the first post of the Official Progress Lodge #22 Unofficial Blog. Welcome, everyone!
Lodges change as new leadership comes along and that is as expected. Times change, people change, and programs change. There are, however, elements of a lodge that do not change. These are the foundational aspects of the lodge. The venerable Past Masters, the history of events, the accomplishments of past years, and so on. It is worth remembering these things as they form part of the lodge heritage. This year is the lodge's 93rd anniversary. We are only seven years away from the centennial 100th anniversary. Will we remember what we are celebrating?
So, with that said, this blog has been created with the idea that it can be a repository for lodge information that would not likely get put on an official lodge website that is oriented toward the new generation of up-and-coming members. As such, the things you will find on this blog might seem a bit mouldy or dusty as they come from ancient times - in today's fast-paced world - times longer than one year or so from the present.
The blog is dedicated, most especially, towards those members of the lodge that are well seasoned. You pay your dues and this blog is dedicated to you and to the expression of my appreciation for your continued membership and, when possible, your participation.
Again, Welcome Aboard!
