Personal Development Guide

15 Pages·2013·0.92 MB·English

Mentoring Programme
Personal Development
Guide
Bro. ……………………………………………………………………………………..
Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire
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BROTHER:

PERSONAL INFORMATION:
E-Mail:
Telephone: Mobile: Home:

LODGE INFORMATION:
Lodge:
Lodge Mentor:
District:

ASSIGNED MENTOR (If not the Lodge Mentor):
Name:
E-Mail:
Telephone: Mobile: Home:

LODGE PROGRESSION:
Initiated:
Passed:
Raised:

Inner Guard:
Junior Deacon:
Senior Deacon:
Junior Warden:
Senior Warden:
Worshipful Master:

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MENTORS SHOULD USE THIS DOCUMENT AS A GUIDE TO ASSIST IN THE
DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION OF NEW MASONS – IT IS NOT INTENDED TO

BE PRESCRIPTIVE AND SHOULD BE ADAPTED BY MENTORS TO BEST SUPPORT
THE NEEDS AND ASPIRATIONS OF INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS AND THEIR LODGES

GUIDE LIST 1: Recruitment and preparation for the Ceremony of Initiation
GUIDE LIST 2: Entered Apprentice
GUIDE LIST 3: Fellow Craft
GUIDE LIST 4: Master Mason and Beyond
GUIDE LIST 5: Preparing for Office

“MH” PGLEL ‘Mentor’s Handbook’
“PDG” PGLEL Personal Development Guide (this booklet)
“EAPG” Entered Apprentice – Personal Guide
“FCPG” Fellow Craft – Personal Guide
“MMPG” Master Mason – Personal Guide
“ELMT_1” East Lancashire Mentoring Toolkit (1)
“ELMT_2” East Lancashire Mentoring Toolkit (2)
“BOC” UGLE ‘Book of Constitutions’
“LETRS” PGLEL Welcome and Congratulatory Letters

The Referenced Guidance Documents are available from your
District Mentor, or directly downloadable from the Mentoring
section of the East Lancashire Provincial Grand Lodge Website:
www.pglel.co.uk

Annex I ‘Welcome Pack’
Annex II Initiation: Information Pack & EA Personal Guide
Annex III Passing: Information Pack & FC Personal Guide
Annex IV Raising: Information Pack & MM Personal Guide

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Belonging
Understanding
Involvement

MENTORS SHOULD USE THIS BOOKLET AS A GUIDE TO ASSIST IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND
EDUCATION OF NEW MASONS – IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE PRESCRIPTIVE AND SHOULD BE
ADAPTED BY MENTORS TO BEST SUPPORT THE NEEDS AND ASPIRATIONS OF INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS

The guidance lists in this booklet are broken down into five key stages which relate to logical
Masonic milestones. Each element within a stage is colour coded to indicate its relationship to the
three aspects of development shown above, namely that of establishing:
Belonging
Understanding
Involvement

Each key stage is presented in the form of a Guidance List which is cross referenced to further
documentation where appropriate to provide additional explanation and information for the
Mentor.

It is anticipated that the use of these Guidance Lists will:
Facilitate ease and consistency of the approach to Mentoring in PGLEL
Provide a guide to and record of activities undertaken
Facilitate progress reviews

‘Welcome Pack’ and Personal Development Guides
Supportive documentation is provided for new members in the form of a ‘Welcome Pack’ and
additional ‘Personal Development Guides’ (see Annexes I to IV). It is strongly recommended that
these are formally presented to new members at the Social Boards directly following the
Ceremonies of Initiation, Passing and Raising. This public demonstration of the Mentoring process in
action is intended to reinforce the concept of Mentoring for all Brethren, to enhance the role of the
Mentor in the eyes of all concerned and to elevate the importance of the mentee himself. Lodge
Mentors will receive appropriate training via their District Mentors in the application of this process.

Some Mentors will no doubt wish to add items to these guidance lists, while others may feel that
some of the elements are not appropriate for their mentee or Lodge. Equally some may wish to
devolve the responsibility for delivering some elements of the programme to others. Making such
judgments is perfectly acceptable. However, it is considered essential that the Mentor is committed
to making sure that his proposed programme is seen through to its completion, as raising
expectations which are subsequently not met will be counterproductive and result in potential
disillusionment.

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CANDIDATE :
Name:
TIMING: AIM:
From the time that a prospective Candidate To make the new Candidate feel welcome and support them
first makes contact with the Lodge until the from the time of their first formal contact with the Lodge until
completion of his Initiation meeting the time they are initiated, and to provide them with an initial
understanding of the personal and financial commitment
being made
Source of Reference
Area of Guidance Responsibility 
Information Materials
Inform the Candidate of the qualifications for Discussion with Proposer Proposer and/or MH Section 4
membership, to give an initial explanation of what and Seconder Seconder, nominated ELMT_1 Stage 2
1.1 freemasonry is, what is expected of them as a member or members
member of a Lodge and what they can hope to of the Lodge,
gain. Secretary
To establish the suitability of the Candidate for Lodge Committee Lodge Committee, MH Section 4
membership and provide them with information Secretary ELMT_1 Stage 2
1.2 regarding associated timescales and the costs
involved with becoming a member
To inform the Candidate of the successful Verbally after the Lodge Secretary ELMT_1 Stage 3
outcome of the interview and that the decision committee has made its
1.3 will need to be formalised by a ballot in open decision
Lodge. Give information about probable initiation
dates and overall timescales
Formally notify the Candidate of the successful Letter containing Lodge Secretary ELMT_1 Stage 4

ballot (or otherwise) and confirm the actual costs relevant information,
1.4 involved and the specific details of the Initiation copy of Summons
meeting, payment of annual subscriptions,
required dress, purchase of regalia
Guidance notes for Lodge Mentor MH Section 5
Identify and allocate a suitable Mentor to the
1.5 Candidate, if not to be the Lodge Mentor selecting Mentors and
setting up the pairing.
Mentor contacts Mentor MH Section 4
Arrange an initial meeting between the Candidate
Candidate and agrees
and Mentor to discuss and agree the basis of the
1.6 relationship, the future agenda frequency and mutually convenient
arrangements for the
location of meetings
meeting
Communicate the arrangements for the Initiation Discussion and letter Mentor, Proposer, ELMT_1 Stage 4

1.7 meeting, the dress requirements, the need to Secretary
respond to the toast at the Festive Board etc.
Provide the Candidate with support before, One to one support Mentor, Proposer, ELMT_1 Stage 4
during and after the Initiation meeting. Prepare Seconder and Tyler ELMT_1 Stage 5
1.8 the Candidate for the ceremony and make the
key introductions before and after the meeting

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BROTHER:
Name:
TIMING: AIM:
Commences after the Ceremony of Initiation To provide the Entered Apprentice with an understanding of
has taken place and is ideally completed by the Ceremony of Initiation, prepare him for the ceremony of
the Second Degree Passing, provide him with information about the Lodge and
begin the process of integrating him as a member of it
Source of Reference
Area of Guidance Responsibility 
Information Materials
Explain the role of the Lodge of Instruction/Junior Discussion with the Mentor, MH Section 4
Practice, how it’s structured, and the benefits of LOI DC/Preceptor, talking Proposer, LOI ELMT_1 Stage 6
2.1 attending, the frequency and dates of meetings, to LOI Members, Members
dress code, and introduction to members Attending LOI
if appropriate
Explain the meaning and symbolism contained in Discussion with Mentor EAPG
2.2 the First Degree. Reconfirm grip and word, Mentor, Proposer, Lodge
explain meaning of working tools DC
Learn the questions and answers for the Booklet containing Proposer, Seconder EAPG
ceremony of Passing questions and answers and Mentor ELMT_1 Stage 6
2.3 with the support
of Mentor and Proposer
Continue introductions to key members of the Personal introductions Mentor EAPG
Lodge such as the active officers, Secretary, ELMT_1 Stage 6
2.4 Treasurer, Almoner, Charity Steward, DC, Past
Masters etc, and members of the Candidate’s
peer group
The structure and importance of the Lodge Discussion and Mentor BOC
Summons. Elections, Ballots, Notices of Motion. reference material and Secretary
2.5 How and when the business of the Lodge is
conducted, Agenda items and risings
Initial explanation of the different offices in the Discussion, examples Mentor EAPG
2.6 Lodge and corresponding regalia, aprons, jewels, and reference material
wands etc.
Explanation of what goes on at the Festive Discussion, observation Mentor, EAPG
2.7 Board, protocols, toasts, Masonic Fire etc. and reference material Proposer, Seconder
procedure for booking meals, dining list
Explanation of salutations and greetings to Explanation and Mentor, Lodge DC EAPG
2.8 Grand Officers, Provincial Officers, PGM, RW and demonstration of salutes
VW Bros reference to ritual book
st
Explain the requirement to avoid discussion on Discussion Mentor, 1 Degree
2.9 certain subjects such as politics and religion Proposer, Seconder. Ceremony
Understand the significance of the Lodge By Laws, Reading the By Laws Mentor Bye Laws
2.10 e.g. impact on payment of subs, exclusion and discussion of their
significance
Explain the support available for Brethren and Discussion with the Mentor and Lodge ‘Welcome Pack’
2.11 their families in distressed circumstances and Lodge Almoner. Almoner
what constitutes it
Arrange a visit, or visits, to other lodges Selection of suitable Mentor, Proposer EAPG
st
2.12 to experience 1 . Degree Ceremony. Arrange a visits in conjunction with and Seconder
discussion / de-brief session afterwards. Proposer and Seconder
Introduce to the organizers of the District ‘Light District Mentor Mentor
2.13 Blues’ / ‘Perfect Ashlar’ club, or similar _

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Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire
Mentoring: Guide List 3

BROTHER:
Name:
TIMING: AIM:
The intervening period between the Second To provide the new Candidate with an understanding
and Third Degree of the Second Degree and develop their knowledge of
some of the core aspects of the Lodge history and
Masonic etiquette and knowledge
Source of Reference
Area of Guidance Responsibility 
Information Materials
Explain the meaning and symbolism of the Discussion with Mentor FCPG
3.1 Second Degree; reconfirm pass grip and word, Mentor, Proposer, Lodge
working tools, second degree tracing board DC
Learn the questions and answers for Raising Booklet containing Proposer, Seconder FCPG
questions and answers and Mentor
3.2 with the support
of Mentor and Proposer
Explain the layout of the Lodge and the Discussion and Mentor FCPG
symbolism of Lodge furniture, movable and explanation in the Lodge
3.3 immovable jewels, pedestals, gavels, carpet, the by the Mentor and DC
letter “G”, tassels, Lodge Banner
Provide an overview of the history of the Discussion with Secretary Mentor, Secretary, Lodge Archive
Lodge, date of founding, Mother Lodge, key and / or Senior Past Senior Past Masters
3.4 milestones etc Master, Lodge history
booklet if available
Understand visiting within the English Discussion with Mentor Mentor, Secretary BOC
Constitution and other countries, the need to get and signposting to
3.5 clearance for overseas visits etc sources of reference
material
Masonic Etiquette and protocol. Dress, Discussion with Mentor Mentor FCPG
demeanour in and out of the Lodge, giving
3.6 apologies, structure of wine taking and toasts at
the festive board, how to give a toast, origins of
“Masonic Fire” etc
Book of Constitutions, overall structure Discussion with Mentor Mentor, Secretary BOC
and contents, explain the most salient rules and Lodge Secretary.
3.7 and regulations for Private Lodges and the BOC available on UGLE
usefulness of the BOC as a source of reference Website
Arrange a visit, or visits, to other lodges Selection of suitable Mentor, Proposer FCPG
to experience different rituals, make new visits in conjunction with and Seconder
contacts, experience the enjoyment of visiting Proposer and Seconder
3.8 and maintaining interest in Freemasonry. Arrange using existing contacts
a review/ de-brief afterwards. and special relationships
with individuals or other
Lodges
Explain the significance of charitable giving to Discussion, charity ‘Welcome Pack’
Masonic and Non-Masonic charities and how booklets and other _
contributions are made, formally and informally. written
3.9 Explain the role of the ELMC and the use of gift reference material. ELMC
aid and Grand Charity
Websites

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BROTHER:
Name:
TIMING: AIM:
This stage can commence immediately after To provide the new Master Mason with an understanding of
the Third Degree has been completed the Third Degree, maintain their interest in Freemasonry,
further develop their Masonic Knowledge and encourage their
active involvement in the Lodge and Freemasonry generally
Source of Reference
Area of Need Responsibility 
Information Materials
Understand the meaning and symbolism of the Reference material, Mentor, DC, Master MMPG
Third Degree. Presentation of Ritual Book Ritual Book,
4.1 Peterborough
Booklets, discussion with
Mentor, DC and Master
Appreciate the history and structure of the UGLE, Reference material, Mentor Book of
key officers, the Board of General Purposes and UGLE and other web Constitutions
4.2 other key groups. Understand the structure of its sites and discussions MMPG
Districts and Lodges overseas. Other Grand with Grand Officer and
Lodges Mentor
Provincial Grand Lodge, regalia, who’s who, Reference material, Mentor Book of
Provincial and District structure and key roles and Provincial Websites, Constitutions
4.3 responsibilities. Number and sizes of Provinces, discussion with Provincial PGLEL Year Book
no of officers, active and past officers Grand Officer and
Mentor
The Holy Royal Arch and how to join it. Create Provincial booklet, Mentor MMPG
an awareness of the other degrees in Peterborough Booklet RA
4.4 Freemasonry and the qualifications for etc, discussion with Representative
membership. Understand the impact of over member of the Holy
commitment Royal Arch and Mentor
Provincial meetings & social events, accompany Discussion with Mentor Mentor, Proposer, PGLEL Year Book
new Mason to Provincial Grand Lodge meeting & and suitable Provincial Seconder PGLEL website
4.5 explain structure etc, Annual programme of social Grand Officer District
events Newsletter
Explanation of categories of Private Lodges, Discussion with Mentor Mentor Book of
4.6 School Lodges, Past Masters Lodges, Stewards Constitutions
Lodges etc
Provincial Library and Museum, location, Discussion with Mentor, Mentor ‘Welcome Pack’
4.7 who’s who, aims and objectives etc if possible arrange a visit
Explain the system for awarding Masonic Discussion with Mentor Mentor Book of
4.8 honours, numbers that can be appointed and Secretary and Secretary Constitutions
The four main Masonic Charities, their purpose Reference booklets Mentor and Charity ‘Welcome Pack’
and structure. The Masonic Festival system, how and discussion with the Steward UGLE & PGLEL
4.9 targets are set for the Province and Private Mentor and Charity websites
Lodges Steward
Recruiting new Masons, how to approach Discussion with Mentor, Mentor Book of
potential candidates, Registration Form “P”, and BOC, Registration Form Constitutions
4.10 qualifications for membership P, reference booklets for MMPG
candidates
Understand the role of Provincial, District and Discussion with Mentor, BOC
4.11 Grand Officers Mentor, Provincial and Provincial and Grand PGLEL Year Book
Grand Officers Officer
Arrange a visit, or visits, to other lodges Selection of suitable Mentor, Proposer
4.12 to experience 3rd. Degree Ceremony. Arrange a visits in conjunction with and Seconder _
discussion / de-brief session afterwards. Proposer and Seconder
Explore the opportunities for involving the new Discussion to establish Mentor, Lodge ELMT_2
Mason in Lodge activities by giving them a clear the new Mason’s level of Committee
role in the Lodge to maintain their interest, e.g. interest in taking office in
4.13 membership of social committee etc. Presenting the Lodge and level of
the working tools, tracing board etc willingness to make a
wider contribution

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BROTHER:
Name:
TIMING: AIM:
After consolidating the learning from Stage 4 To maintain interest and prepare new Masons to take office in
and before taking office the Lodge and participate in the management of the Lodge
Source of Reference
Area of Guidance Responsibility 
Information Materials
Understanding the roles and responsibilities of Discussion with Mentor Mentor BOC
5.1 each Lodge Officer, and how progression within and DC EAPG
the Lodge is planned
Understand the key management roles within Discussion with Mentor Mentor BOC
the Lodge, Secretary, Treasurer, Director of and holders of key EAPG
5.2 Ceremonies. Role and structure of the General management offices
Purposes Committee. Role and responsibilities of
the WM
Understanding how order is maintained in Discussion with Mentor Mentor Bye Laws
5.3 the Lodge, disciplinary procedures, role of the and key officers BPGOLCE L Year
Book
Provincial Grand Secretary and UGLE
Development of relationships within Mentoring support Mentor ELMT_2
5.4 the “Management Team” and reference material
Development of management skills - Mentoring support Mentor ELMT_2
5.5 communication, leadership, interpersonal skills and reference material
Create a personalised programme for Mentoring support Mentor ELMT_2
5.6 learning ritual linked to key milestones, e.g. and reference material
expected appointment as Inner Guard

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