So Mote It Be.

Once in a while, Brothers in the jurisdiction of Pennsylvania have discussions regarding the role that social media can (and should) play in Prince Hall Masonry.  Some think that nothing should be on social media, while others feel that social media can accentuate who we are and what we do when used responsibly.  I tend to lean toward the latter. However, I have noticed that Prince Hall masonry, all too often, is stuck in the processes and methods of the 1980s and ’90s. Prince Hall masonry needs to jump into the 21st century with both feet!!!! BUT, I have reservations!  In my seven years as a Mason, I have seen intimate details, that should never leave the lodge room, thrown around cavalierly on various social media platforms.  

“So Mote It Be.” The most widely misused term, by myself and countless other masons. This term is not a blind submission or cavalier resignation, but a wise reconciliation to the will of the eternal.  What it should not be used as, an answer to a Facebook, Twitter or Instagram post.  This causal diminishes its sacred meaning.  If you like a post on those social media platforms, there are “like” buttons for each those platforms to show appreciation for what is presented.  “So Mote It Be,” should be reserved for the end of prayers and hymns.  It is paramount that we NOT degrade its revered meaning.  Please keep it in due bounds and respect our masonic organizations.

Now.  Our next step in our brotherhood is to continue having dialogue, state our differences respectfully and as always, take heed and govern yourselves accordingly.

Tyrone B. Chavis a.k.a. “Ice Cold”