Brethren,
I am humbled and deeply honored to serve as your Grand Master of Masons in Ohio. To be entrusted with this responsibility is one of the greatest privileges of my life, and I am profoundly grateful for your confidence. I pledge to lead with integrity, vision, and an unwavering commitment to the Craft.
Freemasonry is more than tradition; it is a living brotherhood that challenges us to become better men. Together, we are committed to the Craft - strengthening our Lodges, living our obligations, and shining Masonic light in the communities where we live and work. What inspires me most is seeing our Brethren not only upholding the values of our Fraternity, but carrying them outward through service, charity, and everyday kindness.
No Grand Master travels this path alone. Our Ladies, including my wife, Colleen, are a source of strength, compassion, and grace. Their encouragement, patience, and quiet service remind us that the Masonic journey is never walked by one person, but shared by families who believe in what we do. To all our Ladies, I thank you for your support, your sacrifices, and your love of the Craft.
This year, I am proud to focus our charitable efforts on veterans and first responders. These courageous men and women have given so much to safeguard our freedoms, protect our families, and preserve our way of life. By standing with them, we demonstrate the very heart of Freemasonry: gratitude, service, and brotherly love in action. Through this effort, we reaffirm to our communities that Ohio Freemasons are men of honor who care deeply about those who protect us all.
Brethren, I am proud of the work you do in your Lodges, in your communities, and for one another. Together, we will build upon our traditions while ensuring that Ohio Freemasonry continues to thrive – committed to the Craft, committed to each other, and committed to the world around us.
Fraternally,
MWB Shawn Johnson
Grand Master of Masons in Ohio
