The Craft Connection

The Craft Connection is a community newsletter produced by Masonic Goodies to help strengthen communication, fellowship, and shared learning among Brethren across Southern Africa and beyond.

Across many Districts and Lodges there is a wealth of activity, knowledge, and personal stories that rarely travel far beyond the Lodge room. The Craft Connection was created to help bridge that gap by providing a space where Brethren can share experiences, celebrate achievements, and stay connected with the wider Masonic community.

Receive each new edition of The Craft Connection when it is released.

The newsletter features a blend of Masonic content, community news, educational material, and light-hearted entertainment, creating a publication that informs, inspires, and strengthens the bonds of Brotherly Love.

What You’ll Find in The Craft Connection

Each edition of The Craft Connection may include:

Introducing…
A regular feature highlighting Brethren from different Lodges. These profiles help us get to know one another better and showcase the diversity of experiences within the Craft.

Lodge News & Community Updates
Reports from Lodges, Districts, and Masonic organisations sharing events, milestones, and activities taking place across the region.

Masonic Education
Short articles exploring history, symbolism, traditions, and reflections on Masonic life.

Member Contributions
Articles written by Brethren sharing personal insights, experiences, research, or reflections.

Puzzles & Leisure
A lighter section including crosswords, chess puzzles, and other thoughtful challenges for the mind.

Announcements & Notices
Upcoming events, initiatives, and opportunities relevant to the Masonic community.

“Introducing…” – Our Brethren

“Introducing…” is a regular section where Brethren share a short profile about themselves and their Masonic journey.

This helps Brethren across different Lodges and Districts become more familiar with one another and strengthens the wider Masonic network.

If you would like to be featured, simply complete the short form below (you can also forward the same request to a Brother you know).

The form allows you to provide a short introduction, your Lodge details, and and various questions that you can elect to respond to, it only takes a few minutes to complete.

Submissions will be reviewed before publication.

Contribute an Article

Brethren are warmly encouraged to contribute content to The Craft Connection.

You might consider submitting:

• A Lodge event report
• A short Masonic article or reflection
• Historical research or interesting discoveries
• Community initiatives involving your Lodge
• Personal reflections on your Masonic journey
• Educational content suitable for Brethren of all degrees

Articles do not need to be lengthy — often the most engaging pieces are simple accounts of meaningful moments within the Craft.

To submit an article or story, please use the contribution link below.

Advertising Opportunities

The Craft Connection also includes a limited number of advertising spaces.

These are primarily intended for:

• Masonic businesses
• Lodge events and initiatives
• Services relevant to the Masonic community
• Carefully selected general advertisers

Advertising helps support the continued production of the newsletter and allows us to expand its reach across the region.

If you are interested in advertising in a future edition, please contact us for current rates and availability.

From the House of Masonic Goodies

The Craft Connection is proudly produced by Masonic Goodies, a premium Masonic apparel and accessories brand serving Brethren across Africa and beyond.

From time to time the newsletter may also feature selected Masonic Goodies products that may be of interest to readers.

Join the Conversation

The strength of any Masonic publication lies in the participation of its readers.

Whether you submit a short profile, share a Lodge report, or contribute an article, your participation helps build a stronger, more connected Masonic community.

We look forward to hearing from you.