Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written in 1975 by Rev Bro Oscar Alan Gwyn. On this winter Feast of St. John the Evangelist, let us remember why each of our Saints John so well represent the duality of our efforts in the Craft. While St. John the Baptist represents the fiery call to action (summer), St. John the Evangelist represents the contemplative writer and knowledge of faith (winter). Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Robert Morris, GL of MA, and is brought to us by Bro Colin Britton, Freeport #23, ME. Born Israel Beilin to Jewish parents in Czarist Russia in 1888, the family escaped persecution and emigrated to America when he was still a child. His father being a Cantor for the local synagogue, music was always a part of his life, and he passed at the age of 101, with his work forming a large part of the Great American Songbook, including such favorites as “White Christmas”. Here is his story. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Rev Bro James A. Allen, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. This significant message concerning Freemasonry in the modern world was delivered by Rev Allen at a service celebrating Union Lodge’s 175th anniversary. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Edward N. Thompson, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. Each year, the Christmas season is brightened by the Poinsettia, which has become the traditional Christmas flower. It is named for the American statesman who first brought it from it’s native Mexico. This is the story of the man who gave a lifetime of service to America and to Freemasonry. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro C. Douglas Russell, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. There is an old story about 3 stonemasons helping to build a great cathedral. Each is asked: What are you doing? Here is the story of their answers. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar Star#14, Bath ME. The standard dictionary defines “numerology” as ‘the science of numbers; also a pseudo-science of the influence of numbers, such as the day of one’s birth. Here we find an excellent discussion that explores these sciences and their relation to our gentle Craft. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton and first published in December 1923. This is the substance of an address by Bro Newton to the Masonic Service Association at their annual meeting in October 1923. One of the reasons he is held in such veneration by the Craft is the timelessness of the presentations he made, one of such we find here, answering the question: Why do we, as Masons, do what we do? Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro David R. Ritchie, PGCh – WI, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, ME. As we gather together with friends and family this Holiday season, let us be thankful for all we have, are, and will become. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Wallace McCleod, Grand Historian of the Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of Ontario, and is brought to us by Bro Alexander Peratore, Cornerstone #216, Portland ME. In the Constitution of the Grand Lodge of Ontario, we read the words: Every newly initiated candidate shall be presented with a book of Constitutions. When he reads this book, he may be confused about the part entitled The Charges Of A Freemason Extracted From The Ancient Charges Of Lodges Throughout The World. Here, we find an excellent discussion of such. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Melville H. Nahin, PGM – CA, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. In this STB, Bro. Nahin shares with our listeners the meaning of the Jewish Holy Days – Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. The month of Tishri has deep meaning for Freemasons, particularly Scottish Rite Masons. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.