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August 29, 2025, Newsletter #113

Dear Brethren and Friends,

Special Announcements:

Sept 9 (Tuesday) – District 12 – Delta 425 – 1630 S 101st E. Ave, Tulsa 74128. Dinner at 6 pm program to follow. There will be no meeting at our lodge.

September 27 (Saturday) - Fish Fry at the Lodge. 5 pm to 8 pm or whenever we run out of fish. We need volunteers to help work this fundraiser for the Lodge. Tickets are $12 each. Lodge members will be receiving 10 tickets in the mail to sell or buy.

Are You Positive About That?

We have discussed in past newsletters the importance of being positive and engaged in the world around us. Our attitudes are everything and have an effect on the people around us as well on our own wellbeing and health.

It is truly a gift to be able to exude a positive attitude even in tough times. It is in fact the greatest attribute of a leader to find the good in people and to find good in a world that can seem cruel.

Dr. Horman Vincent Peale’s book “The Power of Positive Thinking” might be a book you want to read to further explore the topic of positive thinking. It is available in PDF format for free.

Dr. Peale approaches the topic from the perspective of a Christian in his analysis of positive thinking. Here is a brief outline of his book.

· Chapter 1: Believe in Yourself:

o The importance of self-belief and recognizing one's own value and skills.

o Strategies to overcome self-doubt and inferiority complexes, including positive affirmations and prayer.

o Visualizing success and its impact on performance.

· Chapter 2: A Peaceful Mind Generates Power:

o The connection between mental peace and personal power.

o Techniques for emptying the mind of negative thoughts and refilling it with positive, creative ideas.

o The practice of silence and its role in cultivating inner tranquility.

· Chapter 3: How to Have Constant Energy:

o The relationship between a positive outlook and sustained energy levels.

o Advice on physical care, enthusiasm for work, and surrounding oneself with supportive people.

o The link between physical and mental energy.

· Chapter 4: Try Prayer Power:

o The concept of prayer as a source of strength, guidance, and healing.

o Practical advice on incorporating prayer into daily life and believing in its effectiveness.

o Affirmative prayers and their ability to yield results.

· Chapter 5: How to Create Your Own Happiness:

o Happiness as a choice and the individual's power to create it.

o Strategies for developing a positive attitude, practicing gratitude, and finding joy in everyday experiences.

· Chapter 6: Stop Fuming and Fretting:

o Addressing the detrimental effects of worry, stress, and anger.

o Methods for managing and lessening these negative emotions, such as meditation, constructive problem-solving, and forgiveness.

· Chapter 7: Expect the Best and Get It:

o The idea of "positive expectation" – believing that positive outcomes will manifest.

o How expectations shape reality and the use of visualization and affirmations to support optimistic expectations.

· Chapter 8: I Don't Believe in Defeat:

o The importance of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.

o Adopting a tenacious, upbeat attitude and refusing to accept failure.

o Stories of individuals who overcame challenges through sheer determination.

· Chapter 9: How to Break the Worry Habit:

o A step-by-step process for eliminating the habit of worrying.

o Examining fears, identifying their causes, and developing plans to control them.

o Draining the mind of fear thoughts and replacing them with positive ones.

· Chapter 10: Power to Solve Personal Problems:

o Approaching problems methodically and tapping into inner resources through prayer and meditation.

o Fostering creativity and confidence in problem-solving.

· Chapter 11: How to Use Faith in Healing:

o Exploring the connection between faith and physical and emotional healing.

o Promoting prayer and positive affirmation for improved health.

· Chapter 12: When Vitality Sags, Try This Health Formula:

o The relationship between mental attitude and physical well-being.

o Letting go of anger and embracing calmness to aid physical health.

· Chapter 13: Inflow of New Thoughts Can Remake You:

o The capacity for individuals to transform their lives by altering their attitudes of mind.

o Replacing negative thought patterns with constructive beliefs.

· Chapter 14: Relax for Easy Power:

o The significance of relaxation as a source of personal power.

o Techniques for stress management and achieving a state of calm and balance.

· Chapter 15: How to Get People to Like You:

o Principles of building positive relationships.

o Practical advice such as remembering names, praising others, and resolving conflicts calmly.

· Chapter 16: Prescription for Heartache:

o Guidance on coping with loss, grief, and emotional pain.

o Strategies like physical activity, assuming normalcy, and turning to faith.

· Chapter 17: How to Draw Upon That Higher Power:

o Tapping into a "Higher Power" for help and guidance.

o Stating problems, asking for specific answers, and believing in divine assistance.

· Chapter 18: Try Letting Go:

o Encouragement to release past failures and regrets.

o Embracing a fresh start with a positive outlook.

· Chapter 19: Prayer Is the Answer:

o Reinforcing the central role of prayer in finding solutions and achieving peace.

One of the most frequently cited quotes from this book is “Change your thoughts and you change your world.” This is a great summary of his book about how one’s mindset can have a profound impact on reality.

The Bible admonishes us to be positive: Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things".

Lord, keep us ever aware of how our attitude affects our world. Help us to find our peace and positive nature. In His name I pray. Amen.

Lodge Calendar

Sept 2 (Tuesday) – Stated Communication. Dinner at 6 pm, lodge at 7 pm.

Sept 9 (Tuesday) – District 12 – Delta 425 – 1630 S 101st E. Ave, Tulsa 74128. Dinner at 6 pm program to follow. There will be no meeting at our lodge.

Sept 16 (Tuesday) - Stated Communication. Dinner at 6 pm, lodge at 7 pm.

Sept 23 (Tuesday) – Presentation by MW Brad Rickelman. Topic “To your tents, O’Israel”. This is about Lodge Leadership.

Sept 30 (Tuesday) – Family night 5th Tuesday.

Oct 30 (Thursday) – District 12 – Tulsa 71 - 5925 E. 9th St., Tulsa 74112. Dinner at 6 pm program to follow.

Hope you all have a great weekend. See you at the next meeting!

Sincerely,

W:. Scott A. MacDonald, Treasurer and Membership Calling Chairman