One of my most memorable events was at the Police Academy, when it was located in Manhattan. I tabled with one new volunteer. We started working at 9am and finished at 5pm. I had the chance to speak in the auditorium in front of three graduating classes of about 300 police cadets. It was an honor to see so many young faces ready to serve and protect us New Yorkers.

As I’ve advanced in Masonry, I have found we are an elite group of people who believe in God, country, family and neighbors. We work hard to help our fellowman; and through our charitable work, such as support for the Childhood Language Disorders Centers, we have made it possible to help many children grow Into good American citizens. We should always be proud of the Order we belong to. Where in all the world do you find so many great men and Brothers who have helped the whole wide world?

... To spread the cement of brotherly love and affection, that cement which unites us into one sacred band or society of brothers, among whom no contention should ever exist, but that noble emulation of who can best work or best agree ...