Saturday, January 31 – We began the day with a beautifully prepared charcuterie board that immediately set the tone for a memorable gathering. Freshly baked pretzels—still warm from the oven—were paired with fresh-cut fruit, artisan mustards, beer cheese, and classic Vienna sausages. It was the perfect bridge from brunch into the meaningful work and fellowship that lay ahead.

During the Stated Meeting, our two Entered Apprentices delivered thoughtful, well-prepared presentations. Their dedication and confidence made for a proud moment for the Lodge and served as a strong reminder of the promise and strength of our future.

The evening concluded with the installation of officers. Sincere thanks are extended to the Installation Committee for conducting a dignified and seamless ceremony. Fred Buckingham, PM, OSM, 33°, served as Installing Worshipful Master; Chris Burton, PM, as Installing Secretary; Guy Dennis, PM, as Installing Chaplain; and Matt Holton, PM, as Installing Marshal. Their efforts helped make the evening both meaningful and memorable.

Congratulations to the 2026 Officer Line:

Walter Robinson, PM – Worshipful Master
Turner England, Jr., PM – Senior Warden
Anthony Lanning – Junior Warden
Luis Hernandez-Mercado – Treasurer
Adam Campbell, PM – Secretary
Ryan Laycock, PM – Senior Deacon
Anthony Dison, PM – Junior Deacon
Justin McCammon, PM – Chaplain
Jonah Butler – Senior Steward
Robh Zuniga, PM – Junior Steward
Joe Jenkins – Tyler
Brian Baker, PM – Director of Music
Christopher Scott, PM – Historian
Dennis Huff – Almoner
Miguel Varela – Marshal

We then shared bread, oil, and grape juice in a quiet moment of reflection and fellowship, centered on unity, shared purpose, and the enduring bonds that connect us as brothers.

Special thanks are extended to the Haggis Committee for bringing tradition and ceremony vividly to life. Bob Horner, PM, served as Bagpiper; James “Chief” Lawson, PM, as Chef; and Samuel Lawson as Master of Ceremonies. We were also honored by the presence of our VIP guest, Fred Buckingham, PM, OSM, 33°.

Our sincere appreciation goes to the Arch of Steel for their support and participation: Monty Thurman, PM; Mike Greathouse, PM; Brandon Armacost, PM; Jim Hertel; and Andrew Bowman, PM.

Finally, heartfelt thanks to Acton Chapter No. 173, Order of the Eastern Star, for preparing a wonderful Robert Burns Dinner that brought the evening to a warm and memorable close.