May | June 2020: The Relief Issue

Spreading Relief

When the COVID-19 crisis erupted, the Masons of California found new ways to pull together and live up to their

Afterburn

California Masons have banded together in crisis before—perhaps never more so than in the wake of the megafires of 2017

Quarantine, Disease, and Masonic Relief—170 Years Ago

During the Sacramento Cholera Outbreak of 1850, Masons took the reins of a public health emergency.

The Help Line

Recounting Masonic Outreach Service’s all-hands-on-deck approach during the 2018 wildfires.

The Getaway Gang

How a group of scooter-loving Masons found fellowship on two wheels

Lodge Profile: The Borderland Lodge

At Imperial Valley Lodge No. 390, Masons are making valuable community connections on both sides of the border; and tracking

Donor Profile: David Coss

The Paso Robles fire prevention specialist and CalFire firefighter on battling wildfires and a global pandemic—at the same time.

The Fix-It Crew

The Masonic Emergency Response Team training program equips volunteers with protocols for managing a disaster.

Juuust a Bit Outside

Tracking Masonic first pitch misfires in anticipation of another Masons4Mitts season.

Fighting Back

Grand Master John Trauner on how Masons can—and must—aid those in need.

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