One week ago, I woke up cautiously optimistic that we would make history in Salt Lake City. It was indeed a long-shot, but there were signs that victory was possible. By the afternoon, the results were in and the voting members had spoken. I congratulate SK Jeff on his election. I thank you for your…
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It’s Election Day!
My Fellow Poor Soldiers of Christ and Brothers, Today is Election Day. If tradition holds, we will gather after lunchtime today to hear the nominations of the Knights presented to you for election as leaders of for the 70th Triennium. If you are in Salt Lake City right now and are a voting member, I…
The Conclave Approaches
UPDATE: Utah law prohibits a raffle for a fee. There will still be a raffle, just without a required or expected donation. Sir Knights, I wanted to send a quick message to wish those of you who are traveling to Salt Lake City over the next few days God’s blessings and protection as you travel….
From Vision to Action:Be a Part of the Action!
Greetings, Sir Knights! The Triennial Conclave begins this coming weekend with some committee meetings and Drill Competition! Thank you for your commitment to our Order. I look forward to seeing you in Salt Lake City. (Please make sure to stop by the Hospitality Suite in the Garden area and chat with Brian DiMatteo, a candidate…
From Vision to Action:Strengthening our Global Connections
Greetings, Sir Knights! The Triennial Conclave is about 10 days away! Thank you for your commitment to our Order. I look forward to seeing you in Salt Lake City. Please make sure to stop by the Hospitality Suite and chat with Brian DiMatteo (candidate for Grand Captain General) and me. The Grand Encampment has had…
From Vision to Action:Elevating the Holy Land Pilgrimage
Greetings, Sir Knights! The Triennial Conclave is about 18 days away! Thank you for your commitment to our Order. I look forward to seeing you in Salt Lake City. Please make sure to stop by the Hospitality Suite and chat with Brian DiMatteo (candidate for Grand Captain General) and me. I am a huge supporter…
Where the Rubber Meets the Road—Part 6: Help, Aid, and Assist
If you have been reading these regular messages and recall many of the messages I wrote for the Knight Templar magazine while serving as Grand Prelate, you know that I am a huge proponent for improving how we help, aid, and assist our worthy distressed Knights, their wives, widows, and orphans, as well as all worthy brothera…
From Vision to Action:Membership With a Fresh Set of Eyes
Greetings, Sir Knights! The Triennial Conclave is just 31 days away! Thank you for your commitment to our Order. I look forward to seeing many of you in Salt Lake City. Please make sure to stop by the Hospitality Suite and chat with Brian DiMatteo (candidate for Grand Captain General) and me. We talk a…
From Vision to Action:My Thoughts on Our Charities
Editor’s Note: This post has been edited to correct several spelling and grammatical errors that the writer missed because of a lack of coffee when preparing the message. After a couple of weeks looking at issues related to our governance and organization, I’d like to focus on another aspect of our wonderful Order This week,…
From Vision to Action: My Thoughts on Governance
Greetings, Sir Knights! We are under 50 days until the 69th Triennial Conclave in Salt Lake City. Today, I’d like to address how we might take the mission and vision and take action regarding governance.I have spoken and written a great deal about the challenges we have with our current governing documents–the Constitution, Statutes, and…