Ivanhoe Masonic Lodge No. 446 AF&AM

The Past Master Symbol is a often seen but not so frequently explained Masonic Symbol. It commonly consists of The Compass, Sun, and Quadrant (or Protractor), and in most jurisdictions a Square. The Compass has a familiar interpretations for it is by the Compass that a Mason is reminded to keep his actions within due bounds. The Square also has a familiar meaning, for in Acting on the Square a Mason conducts himself honestly, with morality and virtue. The Square is the Master... jewel (a reminder of how he should govern), and is a part of the Past Masters Symbol as a reminder of the office he held. The Quadrant is the arc that the compass rests upon, either below or in place of the square on the familiar symbol of the fraternity. The Quadrant shows what angle the Compass is opened at. Symbolically, as every Mason is supposed to use the Compass to keep his actions within due bounds, it is The Quadrant that measures those due bounds,and it is the responsibility of the Master of the Lodge to ensure that Masons under his jurisdiction are making proper use of their own Compass. The Quadrant also shows the Compass to be opened to 60 degrees or the angle of an equilateral triangle, which is a symbol of balance. The Compass paired with the Quadrant could also be seen as a Sextant a navigation tool used to measure altitude. The Sextant symbolizes that not only did the Past Master have to navigate the course of his Lodge in the past, but also that he is qualified to do so, should his successors require his advice or assistance. The Sun represents Light and the Master of a Lodge is supposed to be a source of Masonic Light. It also signifies that the Past Master has observed the sun at meridian height (the South), setting (the West), and rising (the East). In the some jurisdictions around the world, The 47th Problem of Euclid Suspended by a Square is used as The Past Master Symbol. The 47th Problem of Euclid (also known as the Pythagorean Theorem) is used to prove a square a vital skill to ancient builders. Suspended by the Square, the symbol represents the knowledge and wisdom that a Past Master has gained from his service to his Lodge and Masonry in general. See more

On this date, 108 years ago (June 29, 1912), Brother Frank S. "Dad" Land, found of the Order of DeMolay, was raised a Master Mason at Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446 in Kansas CIty, Missouri

Join us on Thursday, July 2nd for a fun evening together! Bring a lawn chair and a friend who may be interested in Freemasonry! We will have the grill fired up for burgers and brats. Come help spread the cement of brotherly love, the world needs Freemasonry now more than ever!

Happy Birthday to Brother Frank S. "Dad" Land (June 21, 1890 November 8, 1959). He was a business and community leader in Kansas City and a member of the Ivan...hoe Lodge #446, Land served in many areas of Freemasonry; Past Potentate of Ararat Shrine, Past Imperial Potentate of the Shriners, coroneted a 33 and received Grand Cross from the Scottish Rite, and received the first International Gold Service Medal of the General Grand Chapter of York Rite Masons. He is best known today as the Founder of the Order of DeMolay. #MOMason #NotJustAMan See more

We have an election! The brethren of Ivanhoe have elected the following positions for the ensuing Masonic year: Worshipful Master: Matt Dowd Senior Warden: Jeffrey Gumminger Junior Warden: Damon Morefield... Treasurer: R:.W:.B:. James Lowman Secretary: R:.W:.B:. Dan Sewing Congratulations to all!

Tonight Ivanhoe Lodge Trustees met to discuss the process of safely reopening Lodge once the KCMO Stay at Home orders are lifted. Stay tuned for details!

The Grand Master has issued the attached Edict suspending all masonic meetings and events until April 24, 2020. This Edict effects Ivanhoe as both of our April meetings are now cancelled. Please use this time to take care of yourself, your health, and your loved ones. Brethren, we will see each other again after this storm passes. If any brother has any questions or needs, please don't hesitate to contact me or any officer. Fraternally,... Adam James Worshipful Master See more

These are our neighborhood kids. We are so relieved to see that they are being taken care of during these trying times! Under normal circumstances, our Lodge provides weekend food through Harvester's Back Snack program for Center Middle. It's good to see this form of relief for so many children in need!

Brethren and friends, After careful consideration and close monitoring of public events unfolding daily, sometimes hourly, I am ordering the cancellation of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 446's Stated Communication on March 19th, 2020. Our Secretary will be communicating this to Grand Lodge as soon as possible. This decision is not made lightly, given the nature of the night we had planned. A charity dinner, to raise funds for Center School District's School Lunch Forgiveness program is ...still in need. We will have to find another way to support this mission. As it currently stands, CDC guidelines recommend extreme social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The newest recommendation is a gathering of no greater than 10 people. Representatives from our Lodge have been in contact with The Grand Master in regards to our event, and after reviewing the specifics of our situation, he advised that since there are cases just across the border in Johnson County, Kansas, it would not be prudent to proceed this Thursday. Protecting our brethren, and guests from this danger is the highest priority at this time. We will look to the future, when these events are under control, to reconsider further opportunities to work with our Lodge's charities and continue the good work Ivanhoe does in Kansas City. Fraternally, Adam James Worshipful Master

An Edict concerning the pandemic of coronavirus from MWB Stan Brown II. Please read. -Adam James Worshipful Master