My brothers, as you are each aware the lodge runs on dues. 
They pay our electric and other utilities, they pay our insurance, and they pay for building maintenance to mention just a few of the larger expenses we have. 

This year's operating budget is near $46,000 dollars, which we have balanced, by including as income, the total dues amount that we generate from our members. 
I would love to receive your dues if you have not yet paid, but more important . . . . . I would love to see you come to lodge. 
After you have come back for a visit or two, then you can pay your dues. 
All I ask is that you not allow them to lapse causing you to lose your membership in the worlds' oldest fraternity. 

Fraternally,

Chester A. King, DDGM and Treasurer