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For more than 175 years, the Masons of California have been united by brotherhood, service, and integrity. Now, we are united by a timeless vision: a world in harmony.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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TODAY, WE STAND AT A PIVOTAL MOMENT IN OUR HISTORY.<\/span> Across California, our lodges, communities, and charitable programs are brimming with potential. A new generation is knocking at our doors. As we guide new members through their degrees, we're reminded of our own commitment to our great fraternity. At its heart, the Keystone Initiative is about people\u2014 our brothers, their families, and the communities we serve.<\/p>\n

This Plan is Ours.<\/span> Our members, prospects, and the public shared feedback about our fraternity\u2014what its challenges are, and what we can do to make it better. Together, we have built more than a call to action\u2014we have built a roadmap to our future, built around three pillars. The Keystone Initiative invites every Mason to take part in this plan. Whether you are mentoring a new brother, strengthening your lodge, or expanding your charitable reach, your efforts are essential to bringing this plan to life.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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What do you think? Share your thoughts.<\/h5>\n Take the survey<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Build Strong and Confident Leaders<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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Strong leaders are the foundation of thriving lodges. They create harmony and vitality. With strong and confident leadership, our lodges become places of inspiration and stability.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Why it Matters:<\/h4>\n

46%<\/span> of current leaders say it\u2019s difficult to recruit new officers.<\/p>\n

53%<\/span>of prospective leaders say having a dedicated mentor would encourage them to step into leadership.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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Build Strong and Confident Leaders<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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Strong leaders are the foundation of thriving lodges. They create harmony and vitality. With strong and confident leadership, our lodges become places of inspiration and stability.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Why it Matters:<\/h4>\n

46%<\/span> of current leaders say it\u2019s difficult to recruit new officers.<\/p>\n

53%<\/span>of prospective leaders say having a dedicated mentor would encourage them to step into leadership.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Action Steps For Members and Officers<\/th>\n New Resources<\/th>\n Expected Outcomes<\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n
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Inspire our craft by redefining and streamlining officer roles.<\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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  • Lodge Craft meeting playbook and system<\/li>\n
  • Lodge Officer Role Job Descriptions<\/li>\n
  • Online Officer Onboarding and Education Programs<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/td>\n
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  • Lodge officers are satisfied with the leadership experience.<\/li>\n
  • Leadership deepens understanding of Masonic principals.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n\n
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Support one another by mentoring new officers at every stage in their journey.<\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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  • Redeveloped Candidate Learning Center<\/li>\n
  • Officer mentorship recognition program<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/td>\n
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  • Officers know what to expect and understand their roles.<\/li>\n
  • Officers feel supported.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n\n
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Align officer qualification process to encourage potential leaders to step up.<\/p>\n <\/td>\n

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  • Online and in-person discussion forums<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/td>\n
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