Essex Lodge #7 F&AM NJ

Lodge Information

Location & Meeting Times

8 Smull Ave. Caldwell, NJ 07006
Regular Communications:
1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 7:30 PM

Lodge Officers

2008

Rowland L. Francis
Worshipful Master
Robert A. Bowen Jr.
Senior Warden
Michael A. DeMiro
Junior Warden
Lewis H. Wefferling
Treasurer
Richard Ames
Secretary
Christopher S. Bollotta
Chaplain | Historian
Jack Darakjy
Marshal
David Kramer
Senior Deacon | Proxy
Marcelo S. Vide
Junior Deacon
William L. Preuninger
Senior Master of Ceremonies
John L. Farrell
Junior Master of Ceremonies
David A. Johnson
Senior Steward
Robert E. Albert
Junior Steward
Pasquale Lagazino
Organist
Ronald F. Brown
Tyler

District Officers

2008

R.W. Frederick I. Waldron
District Deputy Grand Master
R.W. Tyrone West
District Ritual Instructor

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Upcoming Lodge, District, & Grand Lodge Events

November 2008

Tuesday, November 4th
Regular meeting
Opening at 7:00 pm
Dinner after opening
Officers dress business

Tuesday, November 18th
Annual Communication
Opening at 7:00 pm
Dinner after opening
Meeting, Elections, and Qualification after dinner
Officers dress business

Tuesday, December 2nd
Installation
Dinner at 7:00 pm
Installation at 8:00 pm
Officers dress formal

** Special Events **
Essex Lodge No. 7 will install its officers for the 2009 Masonic year on December 2nd. This will be an Open Emergent Communication. Family and friends of Essex Lodge members are encouraged to attend this event.

Eighth District Lodges & Meeting Days
Essex #7 (1st & 3rd Tuesday)
Livingston #11 (1st & 3rd Wednesday)
Nutley #25 (1st & 3rd Monday)
Copestone-Ophir #108 (1st & 3rd Thursday)
Alpha #116 2nd & 4th (Wednesday)
North Arlington #271 (1st & 3rd Monday)

What is Freemasonry?

Freemasonry is a system of morality, veiled in allegory, illustrated by symbols. Not a religion but religious in character, it is a philosophy of ethical conduct which imparts moral and social virtues and fosters brotherly love. Its tenets have endured since man turned the first pages of civilization. They embody the understanding by which man can transcend ordinary experience and build "a house not made with hands" in harmony with the Great Architect of the universe.

Is Freemasonry a religion?
No. Neither is Freemasonry a religion, nor does it require a religious affiliation. However, Masons worship in congregations of their choice. Some are ordained priests, ministers, or rabbis; many serve in lay capacities; and, others have no affiliation. With origins in post-Reformation England, Freemasonry's allegories and rituals are rooted in Judeo-Christian tradition. They exemplify mankind's universal experience and inculcate an admired moral and ethical value system. With respect to religion, Freemasonry simply teaches the "Fatherhood of God" and the "Brotherhood of Man".

Is Freemasonry a "secret" society?
No. Freemasonry is a fraternity of men who are proud to be known as Masons. Since our inception, the world has known of speculative Freemasonry and its work. Freemasonry does, however, have some secrets, all extending from historic tradition. Our modes of recognition, opening and closing ceremonies, and rituals for conferring the Degrees of Masonry are our only secrets. Thousands of works discussing Masonic history, traditions, craft, and proceedings are widely available to the public.

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