08/05/2026
Well said, please take the time to read.
Civility begins with us.
My Brothers,
We live in a world where disagreements often turn into division. As Freemasons, we have the opportunity and the responsibility to lead by a better example.
Masonry teaches us that men from different backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences can meet together in harmony, united by Brotherly Love and mutual respect. That lesson shouldn't end when we leave the Lodge. It should be reflected in how we speak, how we listen, and how we treat others every day.
Civility isn't about giving up your convictions. It's about expressing them with respect, listening before reacting, and remembering that every person deserves dignity.
This year, I challenge every Arizona Mason to be known as the man who builds bridges instead of walls, who chooses understanding over anger, and who leads through character and example.
The world doesn't need louder voices, it needs better examples. Let's show our families, our communities, and our nation that Brotherhood is stronger than division, and that Freemasonry's timeless values are needed now more than ever.
Fraternally,
Roger C. Biede III
Most Worshipful Grand Master
Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Arizona
