It’s a troubling statistic—especially as Thanksgiving nears: As you read these words, more than 180,000 Mainers are struggling to put food on the table. In fact, food insecurity in Maine has become such a serious problem that it now impacts 1 in 5 Maine children. How can Freemasons in central and southern Maine put our […]
Charity & Community
How Freemasons Can Help Neighbors During Maine’s Long Winter
Let’s call it “The Opportunity You May Not Have Seen.” Because the fact is, Maine’s long winter—which often brings challenges and perhaps a headache or two—also offers Freemasons an excellent opportunity to live one of our core values: to help others, to help neighbors. And this is especially true if your neighbors are older … […]
Why Masonic Values Lead to Charitable Giving
In the Gospel of Mark (12:28), a scribe asks Jesus, “What is the most important commandment?” Jesus answers: “You shall love your God.” But then—very importantly—Jesus says there is a related commandment that is also of utmost importance: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” How do Masonic values help bring power and impact to this teaching? […]
Best Freemasonry Podcasts and Blogs
If you’re like most Masons, you feel you are on an earthly and spiritual journey to become everything you can be as a man, a friend, a family member, and a member of your community. How can you deepen and enrich your understanding of that journey—and your place within it? One of the most appealing […]
Valley of Portland Urges Support of the Blue Envelope Appeal
Here at the Valley of Portland, we strive every day to “walk the talk” regarding our Scottish Rite values. Because Service to Humanity is one of those core values, we Masons are givers and doers—continually donating our time, talent, and resources to help others. This values-driven mission helps Scottish Rite Masons positively impact thousands of […]
Valley of Portland Partners with Maine Masonic Charitable Foundation
Here at the Valley of Portland, we enjoy the comradery of brotherhood while maintaining a deep devotion to our core Scottish Rite values. One of the most important is Service to Humanity. We uphold this value by seeking—each day of the year—to enhance our local Maine communities by teaching and emulating the principles of Brotherly […]
Why the Valley of Portland Supports the Children’s Dyslexia Center
As you go through your life, it’s important to ask yourself these critical questions: Do I live the ‘Rite’ way? How am I incorporating the Scottish Rite’s core values into my daily life? How can I support its charities? Let’s take a moment to focus on one Scottish Rite core value—Service to Humanity—and see how […]
Valley of Portland Holds Annual Abbott Scholarship Luncheon
The Valley of Portland, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, held its annual Leon M. Abbott Scholarship luncheon on June 18 at the Masonic Temple in Portland. This year we were pleased to offer scholarships to 18 very deserving local students, totaling $24,200. Applications for annual Leon M. Abbott Scholarships are due by April 1 each year. Members, […]
Valley of Portland Announces Opening of 2022 Abbott and Veague Scholarships-Application Process
Valley of Portland Announces Opening of 2022 Abbott and Veague Scholarships-Application Process The Valley of Portland announces that the application process for The Leon M. Abbott Scholarship and The Arnold Veague Scholarship is now open. Eligible candidates may access scholarship applications online from now through April 1, 2022 here. Once applications are filled out, they […]
You’re Invited to the Portland Children’s Dyslexia Center’s Festival of Trees
Portland Children’s Dyslexia Center Festival of Trees Fundraiser The Valley of Portland is honored to announce we will be participating and supporting the 1st annual Festival of Trees Fundraiser to benefit the Portland Children’s Dyslexia Center. This exceptional fundraiser continues the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction’s 25-year-long passionate commitment to helping children regain confidence and self-esteem through […]
