May 2026 Stated Meeting

During the Monthly Stated Meeting of Makahambus Lodge No. 315, F.A.A.M., for the month of May 2026, the Lodge convened at approximately 5:30 in the afternoon, with Worshipful Master Edward James “Ace” Go sitting in the East, in an atmosphere of brotherhood and Masonic fellowship. The meeting was highlighted by the official welcome and recognition of the appointed officers of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the Philippines, who will assist, supervise, and guide the lodge for Masonic Year 2026–2027.

The distinguished Grand Lodge Officers introduced and recognized were:

• VW Conrad Lim—District Deputy Grand Master (DDGM), Cagayan de Oro (Central)

• VW Ernesto Sanches—Junior Grand Lecturer (JGL), Northern Mindanao

• VW Lemuel Gonda—District Grand Lecturer (DGL), Cagayan de Oro (Central)

• VW Alejandro Dichosa III—Grand Lodge Inspector (GLI), Cagayan de Oro (Central)

A portion of the meeting was devoted to the Masonic Lecture delivered by the Grand Lodge Lecturer entitled, “Why We Become Masons: Beyond Initiation and Titles.” The lecture emphasized that the true essence of Freemasonry goes far beyond initiation, degrees, titles, or positions. Instead, it teaches that the real purpose of the Craft is the continuous transformation of a man into a better version of himself through discipline, humility, fairness, self-control, integrity, and moral refinement.

The lecture further reminded the Brethren that Masonry’s true labor begins after initiation, challenging every Mason to practice self-examination, strengthen his character, and apply the principles of the Craft in his daily life, family, profession, and service to humanity. The message inspired the Brethren to remain steadfast in their commitment to personal growth and worthy conduct, both within and outside the Lodge.

The meeting also featured the balloting of a petitioner seeking admission into the fraternity, as well as the recognition and greeting of the lodge celebrants for the month of May. The stated meeting concluded at approximately 8:30 in the evening, after which fellowship and fraternal camaraderie followed among the Brethren.