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✓ Make Candidates feel welcome.
✓ Be regular and early in attendance.
✓ Be thoroughly understanding of Masonic Etiquette.
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The position should be familiar with all the ceremonies of the lodge especially
those involving escorting and conducting. He will also be called upon during
public ceremonies and funeral services. This position should help the Tyler in
setting up the lodge. This position is not required by the Code.
A few key duties/recommendations are:
✓ Study and follow the Book of Etiquette.
✓ Always escort with the right arm. Conduct with the left.
✓ Be properly attired, respectful and dignified.
✓ Skill and precision in floor work is required.
✓ Know the work required in the degrees.
✓ Know the four questions given to the E.A. prior to initiation.
✓ Prepare to step in for the Chaplain.
✓ Know the Test Oath.
✓ Assist the Senior Deacon and Tyler in the ante-room. Welcome
guests.
✓ Familiarization with the Examination of Visitors, Processions.
✓ Know the Installation Ceremony.
✓ Know how to open and close lodge.