Episode 4 | John Bruce on Charity, Legacy and the Purpose of Freemasonry

Episode 4 | John Bruce on Charity, Legacy and the Purpose of Freemasonry John Bruce, Deputy Provincial Grand Master of Northumberland, joins Squarely Speaking for a wide-ranging conversation about his Masonic journey, charitable giving and what Freemasonry means to him. John reflects on a family connection to the Craft stretching across generations and continents, and on the childhood memories that first sparked his interest in Freemasonry. He discusses the impact of Teddies for Loving Care and other charitable projects across Northumberland, the momentum building behind Festival 2031 and a lesson that changed the way he thought about giving: sometimes charity means more when we choose to give up something ourselves. The episode also considers the challenge of communicating what Freemasonry does, John's first 18 months as Deputy Provincial Grand Master and the deeper purpose he believes sits behind the Craft. Hosted by Graeme Butterfield and Carl Birkenshaw. Production: Aldmere Limited. Watch the video and find every listening option: https://northumberlandmasons.org.uk/squarely-speaking/