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CHAPLAIN
The Worshipful Master has the option of appointing a Chaplain to serve the Lodge in whatever areas
he deems appropriate. Normal practice is to have the Chaplain lead the various prayers called for in the
opening and closing ceremonies of Lodge communications. If agreeable to the Master, the Chaplain also
handles the prayer activities in Degree Work.
Many Lodges have made a practice of placing the Chaplain in charge of sending condolences to
bereaved families, coordinating Masonic funeral activities, heading up the Lodge visitation committee and
various other special duties which are related to moral obligations of the Lodge.
Upon being appointed to this most important position, the Brother should make it his responsibility to
memorize all the required prayers used in the Three Symbolic Degrees as printed in the Florida Masonic
Monitor, as well as the opening and closing prayers.
It has been suggested that the wise Chaplain will keep his optional prayers brief in length and general
in nature. However, a proper prayer of thanks for the visitors and wishes for their safe return to their homes is
certainly an important part of making a Brother feel welcome in the Lodge.
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