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The official monthly podcast of the Grand Lodge of Maryland AF & AM, focusing on news and happenings in the Maryland Masonic family.... more
FAQs about The Common Gavel:How many episodes does The Common Gavel have?The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.
December 11, 2018December 2018: Opera Man!An operatic rendition of the Lord's Prayer had the crowd on it's feet during the Grand Master's Installation, hear from the singer and hear a replay of the song. Plus a new feature focused on Millennial Masons and and the first Podcast by our new Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master....more26minPlay
November 14, 2018November 2018: One on One with MWGM VourvoulasIN this episode, Tom Foster sits for a one-on-one interview with MWGM Gus Vourvoulas as he wraps up his historic term as Grand Master of Masons in Maryland. Also, how to use the Common Gavel in everyday life....more29minPlay
October 01, 2018October 2018: A Day's Wages and German Beer!Learn about Germania Lodge, get a recap of the Grand Lodge Table Lodge and learn how to earn you Masonic wages....more25minPlay
September 01, 2018September 2018: The Business of InspectorsIN this episode, we get a lesson on what a Grand Inspector does, and we find out WHY they speak last. Also, podcaster and author Robert Johnson joins us to talk about his new book regarding taking a corporate path to Freemasonry. What does that mean? Robert explains. Plus a word about the Bee hive!...more32minPlay
May 16, 2018May 2018: Finally! Help for your memory !All Masons are looking for extra tricks to be able to memorize ritual. memory expert Ron White joins us to give you some tricks to use to help get through all your memory work! We get an update on the York Rite from the Most Excellent High Priest. The Grand Master has important words about the Semi-annnual, and the Deputy Grand Master has some tips on engaging candidates who are interested in your lodge. Finally it's the return of Tom's...more27minPlay
March 21, 2018March: Building Temples, Fighting FloodsIn this episode, we hear from a Brother in Texas to get details on flood recovery, and we also learn more about the updates to the Maryland Masonic Academy, and get a lesson on how King Solomon managed to manage the Temple project!...more28minPlay
February 14, 2018February 2018: The Millenial Freemason41 Million men in America belong to the Millenial generation. The value sthese men have ar emore closely aligned with the teachings of Masonry than almost any generation in history. So how do we get them to knock on the door? Author Sam Friedman explains. How do you plan a really great event? Event Producer Petra Compel from Event Tech gives a few tricks of the trade> The MWGM updates us on improvements at Maryland Masonic Homes, and The RWDGM talks about a how to give your lodge a purpose. Finally, whats your favorite first degree symbol? Tell us and you could win a prize!...more30minPlay
December 08, 2017December 2017: Get Ready for a New Chair?The Grand Master talks about his trip to the UGLE and aslo about two proposed changes to the Grand Lodge constitution. The DGM talks about membership and youth groups, and host Tom Foster talks to two authors who's books may give new officers some fresh ideas. Also we hear from a new 33rd degree Mason, Michael Fabe, and get some insight on his Masonic Journey....more28minPlay
FAQs about The Common Gavel:How many episodes does The Common Gavel have?The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.