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THE ALMONER%u2019S GUIDE1. THE ROLE OF THE METROPOLITAN AND PROVINCIAL GRAND ALMONERThe welfare of our members and their dependents is deeply ingrained within the principles of Freemasonry. Building from the bottom upwards, through its Lodges, the organisation provides a support structure designed to underpin this principle.The role of the Metropolitan/Provincial Grand Almoner is mission critical to ensure that the necessary technical skills are transferred to Lodge Almoners and that organisational support is easily accessible.Whilst there are core components, the role varies from one Province to another depending on the make-up of that Province and the priorities and challenges that the Provincial Grand Master has identified to ensure success of his Lodges and members.To be successful requires energy, expertise and certain skills that will need to be employed in their fullest measure. The core components of the role and responsibilities include:CORE ROLE%u2022 To work with the Metropolitan/Provincial Executive and assist the MCF on agreeing and implementing policy in relation to member welfare. %u2022 To oversee and encourage brethren in all matters relating to member welfare within the Province. %u2022 To provide support, guidance and advice to all Lodge Almoners and Visiting Volunteers in the Province, as well as overseeing various requests for assistance. %u2022 To liaise with the MCF Advice and Support Team (AST). 4