My Brethren,
By now you will have read the latest communication from Grand Lodge and may be wondering when Acacia will be meeting again in-person.
To that end, the Executive of the Westboro Temple Corporation has met to establish protocols for Lodge use of the building. Their plan will be presented to the WMTL Board of Directors the day before our November virtual meeting. I expect Bro. Sigouin will have an update for us when we meet on the 16th.
As it stands, the social distancing, contact tracing, mask-wearing, and rules around eating will make for a marked departure from our customary experience. With the continued health concerns expressed by some of our members, I believe it prudent to await the further lifting of Provincial Government restrictions before resuming our ritual. The expected availability of Westboro Temple should soon allow us to book in-person CGP’s and practices.
February/March 2022 appears to be the timeframe for the further lifting of Provincial health mandates, and is thus the target for the resumption of regular Acacia Lodge meetings.
It has been a difficult couple of years with the pandemic, but the Remembrance Day commemorations this month should give us perspective.
I cherish the bond that makes us brothers, and look forward to seeing you at this month’s virtual meeting.
Sincerely and Fraternally,
W.Bro. Donald Learning
Worshipful Master