The State of Minnesota moved to Phase III of its COVID-19 Stay Safe MN plan in mid-June. That plan is broken down by “Setting”, as in social or business, etc., and the Grand Lodge sought clarification from the State on which setting was the best fit for Masonic Lodges. We were given a few options from which to choose, and our COVID Committee recommended selecting “Places of Worship, religious services, weddings, and funerals”.

Tonight, I find myself reflecting on lessons I’ve learned thus far on my life’s journey. Some of the most important...