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Making Masons, Not Members - Why Rushing Ruins Freemasonry In the final installment of our three-part series on the Masonic process, Justin Jones and Dennis Yates dive deep into why slowing down the journey of a candidate is essential for the long-term health of your lodge and the growth of its members. This episode explores: How a deliberate, step-by-step approach strengthens the mental, moral, and philosophical foundation of new Masons. The importance of mentorship, the progressive line, and structured education for EAs, Fellowcrafts, and Masters. Creating value in your lodge by building engaged, knowledgeable, and committed brothers. Strategies to avoid “rushing” through the degrees while maintaining meaningful Masonic work. Insights on leadership training, officer preparation, and fostering a lodge culture of high expectations. Whether you’re a new Mason, a lodge officer, or a veteran brother, this discussion emphasizes that Freemasonry is more than busy work—it’s about cultivating integrity, character, and lifelong commitment. Learn how to slow down the process, elevate your lodge, and ensure the fraternity thrives for future generations. ✅ Subscribe for more Freemasonry insights ✅ Join the conversation and share your experiences ✅ Share with others that enjoy Masonic education 🧱Watch Part 2 here: https://youtu.be/GliRdm3mguo 🧱 Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/6QzWvGqtim4 📌 If you believe Freemasonry is about making Masons, not members, hit the like button and subscribe for more Masonic Improvement. #Freemasonry #MasonicImprovement #Duty #Leadership #MasonicEducation #MasonicPodcast 🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on all things Freemasonry. 📌 Share this episode with a Brother who needs to hear it. 📣 Watch now and take the next step on your Masonic journey. ----------------------------------- Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKjPlQhBbSNSDwK2ljmKRw/join ----------------------------------- Follow Masonic Improvement ◉ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masonic_imp... ◉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasonicImpro... ◉ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealjtjones ◉ Website: https://www.masonicimprovement.com ----------------------------------- Watch More Masonic Improvement ◉ Freemasonry Explained Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGClt... ◉ How To Become A Freemason: https://youtu.be/TGCltsES0mo ◉ Masonic Discussion Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... ◉ Why I Left Freemasonry: https://youtu.be/-IIvGksHyYA Opinions expressed by the hosts or guests do not represent those of any Grand Lodge or lodge. #Freemasonry #MasonicEducation #Mentorship #LodgeLeadership #ProgressiveLine #MasonicMentor #MasonicJourney #BuildingBrothers #Fraternity #MasonicValues #Freemasons #LodgeGrowth #MasonicTraining

Making Masons, Not Members – Part 2 Too many lodges are rushing candidates through the Masonic degrees without giving them time to truly understand and internalize the lessons of Freemasonry. The result? Men who join as “members” but never become true Masons. In this video, we continue our discussion on why the Craft must slow down, focus on quality over quantity, and protect the integrity of Masonry for future generations. 🧱 Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/6QzWvGqtim4 📌 If you believe Freemasonry is about making Masons, not members, hit the like button and subscribe for more Masonic Improvement. #Freemasonry #MasonicImprovement #Duty #Leadership #MasonicEducation #MasonicPodcast 🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on all things Freemasonry. 📌 Share this episode with a Brother who needs to hear it. 📣 Watch now and take the next step on your Masonic journey. ----------------------------------- Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKjPlQhBbSNSDwK2ljmKRw/join ----------------------------------- Follow Masonic Improvement ◉ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masonic_imp... ◉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasonicImpro... ◉ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealjtjones ◉ Website: https://www.masonicimprovement.com ----------------------------------- Watch More Masonic Improvement ◉ Freemasonry Explained Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGClt... ◉ How To Become A Freemason: https://youtu.be/TGCltsES0mo ◉ Masonic Discussion Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... ◉ Why I Left Freemasonry: https://youtu.be/-IIvGksHyYA Opinions expressed by the hosts or guests do not represent those of any Grand Lodge or lodge.

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In this first part of a three-part series, Justin Jones and Dennis Yates dive deep into one of the most overlooked but critical issues in Freemasonry today: the need to slow down the Masonic process. Too often, men are rushed through the degrees without a full understanding of what they’re joining. The result? A growing number of “members” who never truly become Masons. We discuss why fast-tracking candidates cheapens the experience, how to vet prospects with intention, and why mystery and patience are vital to the transformative nature of our Craft. From personal stories to real-world examples, this episode lays the foundation for a renewed and intentional approach to Masonic growth. 📌 Topics Covered: The consequences of rushing men through degrees How Freemasonry becomes “fast food” when quality is ignored Why true value comes from effort and time A better approach to prospect vetting and preparation Why not everyone who petitions deserves to be a Mason The importance of mystery in Masonic rites of passage 👉 Whether you're a new Mason, a Worshipful Master, or on a lodge education committee, this episode will challenge your assumptions and inspire better practices in your lodge. #Freemasonry #MasonicImprovement #Duty #Leadership #MasonicEducation #MasonicPodcast 🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on all things Freemasonry. 📌 Share this episode with a Brother who needs to hear it. 📣 Watch now and take the next step on your Masonic journey. ----------------------------------- Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKjPlQhBbSNSDwK2ljmKRw/join ----------------------------------- Follow Masonic Improvement ◉ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masonic_imp... ◉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasonicImpro... ◉ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealjtjones ◉ Website: https://www.masonicimprovement.com ----------------------------------- Watch More Masonic Improvement ◉ Freemasonry Explained Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGClt... ◉ How To Become A Freemason: https://youtu.be/TGCltsES0mo ◉ Masonic Discussion Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... ◉ Why I Left Freemasonry: https://youtu.be/-IIvGksHyYA Opinions expressed by the hosts or guests do not represent those of any Grand Lodge or lodge.

Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKjPlQhBbSNSDwK2ljmKRw/join ----------------------------------- Recommended Masonic Books: ► Light Reflections: Philosophical Thoughts and Observations of a Texas Freemason by Brad Kohanke - https://amzn.to/3226x7C ► Observing the Craft: The Pursuit of Excellence in Masonic Labour and Observance by Andrew Hammer - https://amzn.to/3p81g71 ► The Profound Philosophical Pontifications of Big John Deacon, Freemason Extraordinaire: by Chris Williams ► Volume 1: https://amzn.to/3El9NZv ► Volume 2: https://amzn.to/3ptfQF9 ► Volume 3: https://amzn.to/3rFUd7c ► Volume 4: https://amzn.to/3xU6N3T *Amazon affiliate links ----------------------------------- Official Playlist of Masonic Interviews ► https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... ▶ The Winding Stairs Website: https://thewindingstairs.com/ ▶ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/masonicimprov... ▶ Merch: https://sahatco.com/?sca_ref=1755938.... ----------------------------------- Follow Masonic Improvement ◉ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masonic_imp... ◉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasonicImpro... ◉ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealjtjones ◉ Website: https://www.masonicimprovement.com ----------------------------------- Watch More Masonic Improvement ◉ Freemasonry Explained Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGClt... ◉ How To Become A Freemason: https://youtu.be/TGCltsES0mo ◉ Masonic Discussion Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... ◉ Why I Left Freemasonry: https://youtu.be/-IIvGksHyYA Opinions expressed by the hosts or guests do not represent those of any Grand Lodge or lodge.

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In Part 2 of this impactful conversation on the Masonic Improvement Podcast, hosts Justin Jones and Dennis Yates continue their deep dive into the forgotten principles of duty, honor, and nobility within Freemasonry. This episode expands on the challenges facing modern Masons, including the rise of apathy, the loss of personal accountability, and the imbalance between ritual and real-world application. Together, they reflect on what it means to truly live a life dedicated to Masonic principles, and how brothers can reclaim purpose, discipline, and spiritual balance. If you're a Master Mason seeking Masonic education, personal growth, or leadership development within Freemasonry, this episode is for you. We explore how to re-obligate ourselves to our Masonic duties, why some members struggle with commitment, and how the fraternity can evolve without losing its soul. Topics include the role of mentorship, the sacred duty to our brothers and lodges, and the legacy each Mason leaves behind. Whether you're on your Masonic journey or rediscovering the Craft’s deeper meaning, this episode challenges you to rise above mediocrity and restore the nobility of Freemasonry. #Freemasonry #MasonicImprovement #Duty #Leadership #MasonicEducation #MasonicPodcast 🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on all things Freemasonry. 📌 Share this episode with a Brother who needs to hear it. 📣 Watch now and take the next step on your Masonic journey. ----------------------------------- Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKjPlQhBbSNSDwK2ljmKRw/join ----------------------------------- Follow Masonic Improvement ◉ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masonic_imp... ◉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasonicImpro... ◉ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealjtjones ◉ Website: https://www.masonicimprovement.com ----------------------------------- Watch More Masonic Improvement ◉ Freemasonry Explained Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGClt... ◉ How To Become A Freemason: https://youtu.be/TGCltsES0mo ◉ Masonic Discussion Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... ◉ Why I Left Freemasonry: https://youtu.be/-IIvGksHyYA Opinions expressed by the hosts or guests do not represent those of any Grand Lodge or lodge.