Building Boaz

What makes for really Strong Masons? What Strengthens them so they may continue to do long enduring Masonic Work? These are two of the many questions that Masonic author Dr. John S. Nagy set out to answer when he laid the Foundation for his new book, Building Boaz - Uncommon Catechism for Uncommon Masonic Education - Volume 2.
With earnest effort, Dr. Nagy lays out a series of 12 informative Masonic Catechisms that tie together aspects of the First Degree in Masonry and point to the Strengthening Work Masons must complete before they can successfully progress toward other Degrees.
What he personally uncovered as a result of this Work has changed his experience of Masonry.
Within the pages of his book, Dr. John reveals connections to help Masons better understand:
* The background and Masonic significance of the location of King Solomon Temple.
* How Masons actually Strengthen the connections required for all future Work to succeed and last.
* Meanings behind the checkered pavement, Jacob's Ladder and other symbols used within the first Masonic degree that assist in Entered Apprentice Work.
*The connection between the Square and Compasses and its significance in the Work of all Masons.
* The specific Work Entered Apprentices must do to Properly Prepare to be Passed to the next Degree.
Dr. Nagy provides Masons with an interesting and thought-provoking guide to improve and strengthen their Masonic awareness and clarity. He shares key information and insights that helps readers better understand how facets of the first Masonic Degree fit together to help them in their Building.
This is a must have book for Entered Apprentice Masons and all those Masons who mentor them.

Professional Background: Rev. Dr. Coach John S. Nagy is a multi degree Professional Business/Life Coach and Technical Advisor who provides Coaching support to business professionals internationally. John has been in the Coaching field since January 1989, running his own Coaching practice since that time.
Coach Nagy has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), a Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) and a Doctor of Ministry (D. Min.). Along with his three degrees, John is also a Graduate of Coach U. This innovative school, started in the early 1990's, trains Coaches world wide in the fine art and science of personal and professional coaching.
John is also a well-recognized State Certified County Mediator in Florida. He both mediates court ordered cases in the 13th Judicial Circuit of Hillsborough County part time and trains fellow mediators throughout the state. His experience in this field has helped many clients craft agreements and systems that take into account default conditions and helps prepare those he serves to better negotiate contracts with their internal and external clients.
Coach Nagy is a published author since the early 1990's, writing and publishing many articles, books and booklets on personal and professional development. Most recognized are his writings on business and personal development, management effectiveness, communications and critical thinking.
John is also known nationally as a speaker and trainer on a wide variety of subjects related to business and personal development. He has been actively engaged in teaching activities since 1982.
Masonic Background: Brother Nagy Entered into Freemasonry in 2001. Having been Prepared in his heart for many years before Entering, he quickly embraced the Tenants of Freemasonry and engaged in several Lodge support activities while learning what he could about the Craft. Brother John steadily progressed through the Symbolic Degrees, earned his White Lambskin Apron and proceeded to support Lodge Degree activities.
Immediately following his initial experiences of the Junior Warden's chair, he found himself migrating toward providing Music for Lodge Communications and Degrees along with providing continuing Masonic Education as his expressed Masonic passions. His offerings were favorably noticed and because he provided a wide variety of Masonic Education pieces, his Lodge Brothers encouraged him to consolidate his Work into a book that could be shared with Brothers around the world. That effort was eventually named Building Hiram Uncommon Catechism for Uncommon Masonic Education Volume 1. With its successful creation, publication and distribution, Volumes 2, 3 and 4, quickly followed Volume 1. Those volumes are now collectively referred to as The Building Series.
In between his research, writing and publication of these books, John also co-authored another book, Lifting the Veil Esoteric Masonic Thought , a collection of esoteric Masonic writings by Masonic authors from around the world. Additionally, Brother Nagy has published numerous Masonic Education articles that have appeared in Further Light Magazine , Lodgeroom International Magazine, The Working Tools Magazine and on his Masonic Web-log, Building Builders. He has been interviewed live on several webcasts (Masonic Central, Freemason Information) on his Works. He is currently featured as one of the Intenders on the Worldwide Exemplification of Freemasonry project supported by the Grand Lodge of Indiana. That feature is called, "The Coaches Coach: Building Builders", and it is based on the research behind his Building Series of Masonic Education books.
Upon request, Brother Nagy facilitates Masonic Education Workshops based upon his research and writings.