Lodge Acacia No.2321 Hoyle Court, Baildon, BD17 6JS
Who's Who in Acacia?
Officers in a Craft Lodge
Freemasonry is often called the 'Craft', partly because of its roots in medieval stonemasons practices and because it requires training given in the form of initiation ceremonies of those wanting to join. Within each Lodge, the members elect officers to run the activities of the Lodge. Office holders within a Lodge are entitled to wear symbols know as ‘jewels’ that are based on the tools used by medieval stonemasons.
Worshipful Master
The leader of the Lodge elected by the brethren, in many respects the MD or CEO of a business is probably a good description.
2024-25: W.Bro Iain Johnson, PPSGD
Senior Warden
Assists the Master in keeping order in the Lodge, and to close the Lodge.
2024-25: W.Bro Matthew Bradney, PPJGD
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Junior Warden
Assists the Master in keeping order in the Lodge, and is responsible for the admission of visitors.
2024-25: W.Bro Rick Green, PPGSuptWorks
Chaplain
To give the appropriate prayers when required, and generally to remind the brethren of their obligation to the three grand principles on which the order is founded.
2024-25: W.Bro Billy Murdoch, PPJGW
Treasurer
The Financial Officer, or banker of the Lodge.
2024-25: W.Bro David Meakin, PPGReg
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Secretary
In many ways very similar to a secretary of a small business. A hinge pin to ensure the smooth running of the lodge affairs both in and out of the Lodge Temple.
2024-25: W.Bro Martin Hanson, PPDGDC
Director of Ceremonies
To regulate and control the ceremonies, while keeping an eye on the working of the ritual. To run the Festive Boads and Social Events - similar to a Master of Ceremonies at a wedding.
2024-25: W.Bro Matthew Bass, PPSGD
Almoner
To distribute alms where necessary and generally attend to the welfare of those in sickness or distress.
2024-25: W.Bro Norman Sterling-Baxter
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Charity Steward
To promote and cement the support of the Brethren of the Lodge for our Charities.
2024-25: W.Bro Damon Brophy
Lodge Mentor
To provide help and support to all the brethren of the Lodge, but especially the new brethren so they are not left alone during meetings.
2024-25: W.Bro Roland Verhoven, PPAGReg
Senior Deacon
The special messenger of the Worshipful Master.
2024-25: W.Bro Roland Verhoven, PPAGReg
Junior Deacon
The special messenger of the Senior Warden.
2024-25: Bro David Hoyle
Inner Guard
Announcing the arrival of Brethren, guests & visitors..
2024-25: Bro Paul Meakin
Precepter
Keeps the Lodge & Brethren on the right track with their ritual.
2024-25: W.Bro Dennis Shaw, PPDGReg
Membership Officer
To promote membership and help new members settle in and get to know everyone.
2024-25: W.Bro Phil Baxendale, PPGSuptWorks
There are other officers in the Lodge, to help with the general running of the Lodge as well as our Social Events!