Grand Master's Veterans' Day Message

My Brothers, family and friends:

As we approach Veterans Day, on November 11th, I would like each of you to pause in your daily routines and spend a few moments in remembrance of those who have given their lives so we can enjoy the freedoms that we do. The ability to meet and exchange ideas, engage in the Fellowship of our Craft and not be afraid has been won for us and continues to be protected by those who are members of our Armed Forces. They need to know that we are here and thinking about them and appreciate what they have done and are doing on our behalf. We acknowledge their dedication to our country and appreciate all the sacrifices they have made and continue to make.

Also please do not forget to remember their families that are at home worrying about their loved ones, particularly as we enter this holiday season. We all pray that they will return to their families and to us soon and in good health.

To every Veteran, on behalf of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York, to our military men and women of our armed forces past and present, we salute you. May the Great Architect continue to watch over you and those you love! God Bless you -- and may God continue to Bless the United States of America.

Sincerely & fraternally,

Neal I. Bidnick
Grand Master