My name is G. Thomas Taylor, and I am a candidate for the office of General Grand Master of Cryptic Masons International.  In 2020, I was elected and installed General Grand Principal Conductor of the Work.  In 2023, I was elected and installed Deputy General Grand Master.

 

During my tenure on the General Grand Staff, I placed considerable effort in fundraising for the Cryptic Masons Medical Research Foundation.  During this period, donations rose from ~$150,000 to ~$500,000 per year.  Many jurisdictions contributed to this effort.  As a result, there has been increased energy and enthusiasm for Cryptic Masonry.

 

As General Grand Master, I hope to build on the enthusiasm for Cryptic Masonry and drive increases in Membership.  Member experience and communication are an integral part of building membership.  General Grand Officers need to be visible to the craft   and listen to their concerns.  Communication is a two way process and only through face-to-face contact can a true picture be developed.

 

I believe the General Grand Council should work in a more business-like manner.  Each position should have a job description that includes expectations.  Each committee should be given a task to accomplish and be held accountable.

 

In summary, this article highlights the importance of continued innovation and collaboration. It briefly states my plans and goals if elected General Grand Master.  As we look to the future, the potential for growth and discovery remains vast. Let us stay committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible, inspired by our progress and motivated by the challenges ahead. Thank you for all you do, in your Jurisdictions and Councils.  We look forward to the exciting developments the future holds.  We are Proud of our Past; Excited about the Future

 

Masonic Bio

 

Family:

Married to Sharon Smith Taylor; 3 grown children, George T. Taylor IV; Amy Taylor Wierschke; and Zachary Adam Taylor

 

Masonic History:

St. John’s Lodge #2, New Castle, DE                               Past Master

St. John’s Chapter #4 RAM, Newark, DE                         Past High Priest

Hope Chapter #7 RAM, Georgetown DE                         Past High Priest

Gunning Bedford Council #1, Wilmington, DE               Past Illustrious Master

Joppa Council #3, Georgetown, DE                                Past Illustrious Master

Trinity Commandery #3, Wilmington, DE                       Past Commander

Keystone Council #113 AMD                                           Past Sovereign Master

Jesse Green Priory KYCH

Brandywine Forest Tall Cedars of Lebanon

Two-By-Two Lodge #15 Royal Ark Mariner                   Past Commander Noah

First State York College #45                                            Past Governor

York Rite Sovereign College                                            Associate Regent

Delaware Council #18 Knight Masons                          Past Excellent Chief

Sovereign Order of Knight Preceptors

Royal Arch Knight Templar Priest                                  Past Preceptor

MSRICF                                                                              Past Celebrant

 

Past Grand Commander Knights Templar in Delaware

Past Most Illustrious Master Cryptic Masons in Delaware

Past Grand High Priest Royal Arch Masons in Delaware

AASR, Valley of Wilmington, DE:  PTIM, 33 Degree

 

Appendant Bodies:

Delaware DeMol                               Past Executive Officer,

DeMolay International                     Member of the Supreme Council, served on the Board of Directors, Budget Committee

Trinity Chapel #2 St. Thomas of Acon               Secretary

Royal Order of Scotland

Operatives

 

Community:

Member New Castle Presbyterian Church

Colonial School District Board of Education ; 18 years; President 2 years, Vice President 10years

Delaware School Boards Association Board member

          Distinguish Service Award

Delaware School Boards Legislative Committee member 15 years

Community in Schools Board member

Cisco Academy Board member

Pigeon Run Civic Association                                             Past President