My Brethren,
As Freemasons we yearn to
explore the deepest truths. We believe that violence and crime are an insult to our goodness and intelligence. We are a people who believe that love can triumph over hate and hope over despair. We never find every answer or solve every problem, but we can do a lot when we walk together down that one path that we know provides real hope….that path upon which Freemasonry is built.
The morality and values such teachings imply were deeply imbedded in the character of our forefathers, and today we embrace those same principles, for if we abandon them, we do so at our own peril.
One of the most sublime pictures in American history is the one of George Washington on his knees in the snow at Valley Forge. This picture personifies a people who knew that it was not enough to depend upon our own goodness and courage….we must also seek the help of God our Father.
Over the years, Lois and I have had the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people. Often times these same people have said that they are praying for us as we travel the roads of Freemasonry. We thank you for all of your support over these years in our journey together.
I might add that when you are praying, if you get a busy signal….it is just me in there ahead of you….for many times I have gone to my knees asking for guidance for our gentle Craft….so keep praying.
My experiences in the years that have brought me to this office have only deepened the belief that I have held for many years. It is within the past that we will find our future...for Freemasonry is a TIMELESS TREASURE.
I am humbled to serve as your Grand Master and look forward to serving Ohio Freemasonry over the course of the next Masonic year.
Fraternally,
Norman J. Mick
Grand Master
