Centurion #195 Lodge

05/31/2026

05/29/2026

The Mystery of the Winding Staircase

Among the many symbols found within Freemasonry, few are as profound as the Winding Staircase.

Unlike a straight path, a winding staircase does not allow us to see the destination from the beginning. Each step reveals only enough of the journey to continue onward.

Such is the path of self-discovery.

The ancient philosophers understood that wisdom is not bestowed all at once. It is acquired gradually through experience, reflection, study, and perseverance. Every lesson learned becomes the foundation upon which the next lesson is built.

The Winding Staircase reminds us that genuine growth often requires uncertainty. We are not meant to know every answer before taking the first step. Instead, we are called to trust the process, continue the ascent, and remain faithful to the work.

Each turn of the staircase represents a new perspective. Each step upward symbolizes a victory over ignorance, fear, or limitation. As our understanding expands, so too does our appreciation for the mysteries that still lie ahead.

The true seeker does not climb because he expects the journey to end. He climbs because he understands that growth itself is the reward.

Perhaps the greatest lesson of the Winding Staircase is this:

The path to wisdom is not found in arriving at the summit, but in becoming the person capable of making the climb.

05/27/2026

Last night, Centurion Lodge No. 195 had the distinct honor of hosting the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Colorado officer line. It was truly a memorable evening of fellowship and Masonic camaraderie.

We were also privileged to welcome visiting brethren from several lodges, including members of Colorado Springs Lodge No. 76, who joined us to show their support and share in the brotherhood.

Thank you to all who attended and helped make the evening such a success. We look forward to many more opportunities to come together in fraternity and good cheer.

05/26/2026

Among the many symbols of Freemasonry, few are as moving as the Broken Pillar.

The pillar represents strength, purpose, and the labor of a life devoted to building something greater than oneself. When broken, it reminds us of a life cut short before the work was finished: a monument to sacrifice, mortality, and remembrance.

On this Memorial Day, we reflect upon the countless men and women whose pillars were broken in service to their country. Though their earthly labors ended too soon, the impact of their courage and sacrifice continues to support the generations that follow.

In Masonic tradition, we are taught that while stone may weather and columns may fall, virtue and honor endure beyond the grave. The memory of the faithful is never truly lost so long as it lives within the hearts of those who remember them.

Today, we honor the fallen.

May we remember their sacrifice.
May we uphold the principles they defended.
And may we continue our own labors with humility, gratitude, and reverence.

05/20/2026

Our lodge had the absolute honor of supporting Colorado Lodge in holding a Master Mason Degree last night. Congrats to Bro Edward MacDonald, their youngest MM, and my genuine gratitude to the brethren in Centurion #195 Lodge for not just volunteering to attend and support, but for lining up to take on various parts of the work. WM Dan Dickey stated last night that this is truly what it looks like when Masonry is a family of brothers. Excellent work Colorado Lodge! Thank you for allowing us to be part of this.

05/19/2026

Masonic Spotlight : Edwin Eugene "Buzz" Aldrin, Jr

Few people have shaped history like Buzz Aldrin — astronaut, engineer, and the first Freemason to set foot on the Moon.

From graduating 3rd in his class at West Point, to flying 66 combat missions in Korea, to earning a doctorate from MIT, Aldrin built a career defined by courage and intellect. His work on orbital rendezvous became the backbone of NASA mission design, and in 1969, he became the second human to walk on the Moon during Apollo 11.

Aldrin also carried something deeply personal with him:
His Masonic heritage.

He was raised a Master Mason at Lawrence N. Greenleaf Lodge No. 169 in Colorado, later affiliating with lodges in Alabama and Texas. During Apollo 11, he carried a special deputation establishing a symbolic Masonic presence on the Moon — Tranquility Lodge No. 2000 — along with a silk Masonic flag that now resides in Washington, D.C. Aldrin’s life reminds us that exploration isn’t just about distance — it’s about purpose, brotherhood, and the pursuit of truth.

A true pioneer in every sense.

05/14/2026

Today's Thursday Masonic Education is dedicated to our brothers who support this wonderful charity. The RiteCare charity was founded by the Scottish Rite in Colorado, and it's near and dear to our hearts.

RiteCare Colorado stands as one of the most meaningful and impactful charities supported by the Scottish Rite. Its mission is simple but life‑changing: to help children overcome speech, language, and literacy challenges so they can communicate with confidence. For more than seventy years, RiteCare has ensured that families across Colorado, regardless of income, have access to high‑quality, professional speech‑language services that open doors to learning, connection, and a brighter future.

What makes RiteCare exceptional is the breadth of its support. The foundation funds programs that reach children in clinics, schools, and even their own homes through tele-practice. It supports early‑language development for families in need, literacy programs for preschoolers, and specialized therapy camps that help children practice communication skills in real‑world environments. Nearly a thousand children benefit from these services every year, each one receiving care tailored to their unique needs.

RiteCare’s commitment doesn’t stop with today’s children, it invests in tomorrow’s professionals as well. By providing scholarships for graduate students in speech‑language pathology at Colorado universities, the foundation strengthens the pipeline of experts who will continue this vital work for generations. When the Scottish Rite supports RiteCare, it’s not just funding therapy; it’s giving children a voice, giving families hope, and strengthening the communities we all share.

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05/12/2026

Sir Edward Victor Appleton (1892–1965) was one of the most influential physicists of the 20th century. He was a man whose curiosity about the unseen layers above our world reshaped global communication. Born in Yorkshire and educated at Cambridge, Appleton’s early brilliance led him to groundbreaking experiments with radio waves. His work revealed the existence of the ionosphere’s reflective layers, including the one now known as the Appleton Layer, a discovery that earned him the 1947 Nobel Prize in Physics.

Appleton’s research made long‑distance radio communication and radar possible, transforming both civilian technology and wartime defense. During the Second World War, he served as Secretary of the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, coordinating Britain’s scientific efforts and contributing to the development of radar and early nuclear research. His leadership continued after the war as Principal and Vice‑Chancellor of the University of Edinburgh, where he guided the next generation of scientists.

What many don’t realize is that Appleton was also a Freemason. He was initiated in Isaac Newton University Lodge No. 859 in 1922 while at Cambridge; a lodge known for its strong ties to the scientific and academic community. His life reflected the Masonic ideal of the well‑rounded man: a soldier, a scholar, a researcher, and a leader. Appleton embodied the Craft’s belief that through reason, inquiry, and the pursuit of truth, humanity can uncover the hidden workings of the universe.

05/09/2026

The brothers of Centurion 195 spend the morning cleaning the Lodge. We got a lot of work done, but didn’t finish. Thanks to my brothers who took time out this morning.