Stated Communications
1st & 3rd Thursday
Doors open at 6:30 pm
Meeting start at 7:30 pm
Jacket and Tie
4093 NW 4th Ave.
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 501-0545
Lodge Officers
Worshipful Master: Anthony W. Denton 561-322-8492
Senior Warden: Alex Ferrari 954-934-7996
Junior Warden: Rafael Nioac de Salles 561-929-6499
Secretary: R∴W∴ Michael P. Sinatra 561-613-8094 Mastermason33@gmail.com
Musician: Scott Kaapke
Treasurer: W∴ Howard S. Zimmerman
Chaplain: W∴Mark Angstrom
Marshal: Michael Strauss
Senior Deacon: Nick Richard
Junior Deacon: Paul Jacob
Senior Steward: Jesse Mercado
Junior Steward: Eric Figueroa
Tyler: Carlos Pulgar
Most Worshipful Grand Master
M∴W∴G∴M∴ Robert Lambert
District Deputy Grand Master
R∴W∴ Allan D. Mason - 561-715-7173
District Instructor
R∴H∴ Salvatore Musumeci - 954-871-6018
Lodge Committees
Finance: Chairman; S.W. Alex Ferrari
Members; W∴ Anthony Denton, W∴ Howie Zimmerman
Property / Rental: Chairman; S.W. Alex Ferrari
Members; S.S. Nick Richard, J.S. Eric Figueroa, J.D. Paul Jacob
Public Relations / Social Media Communications: Chairman; W∴ Anthony Denton
Members; J.W. Rafael Salles, S.W. Alex Ferrari, J.D. Paul Jacob, S.S. Jesse Mercado
Board of Relief: Chairman; S.W. Alex Ferrari
Members; R∴W∴ Michael Sinatra, W∴ Anthony Denton
Charity: Chairman; J.W. Rafael Salles
Members; Tyler, Carlos Pulgar, J.D Paul Jacob
Visitor Examination: Chairman; S.D. Nick Richard
Members: Treasurer W∴ Howard Zimmerman, S.S. Jesse Mercado
Vigilance: Chairman; J.W. Rafael Salles
Members; R:.W:. Michael Sinatra, W∴ Anthony Denton
Petitions / Investigations: Chairman; S.W. Alex Ferrari
Members; S.S. Jesse Mercado, W∴ Mark Angstrom, S.D. Nick Richard, Tyler, Carlos Pulgar
Degree Ritual and Education: Chairman; R∴H∴ Sal Musumeci
Members; R∴H∴ Bob Pastor, S.S. Jesse Mercado
Funeral Committee: Chairman; R∴W∴ Rex Bradford
Members; S.W. Alex Ferrari, S.S. Jesse Mercado, J.W. Rafael Salles
From the East
My Brothers, The notion of "making a good man better” is not a journey that has an ending, yet only new beginnings. We as Masons strive to be that smooth ashier, but remember this is in actuality an unattainable goal. No man who can boast to be pure of sin. Knowing we will never be fully pure in heart and that we are all fallible humans, we as Masons still wake up every day and work towards that unattainable goal by implementing those lessons we have learned in our day to day activities.
I would like to take a moment of your time to discuss the importance of diversity and Inclusion. We as Mason’s should always lead by example in our communities and especially in our Lodges. There is NO room in our great Fraternity for anything less. Remember Brothers, Lead by example. Teach young Masons how to be better men by you example. Below you will find two links to two short videos about diversity and inclusion. I hope you will watch them and learn from them.
We are going to discuss the Torah academy proposal next meeting and have a vote on the first meeting of next month July 07.
God Bless.
Fraternally,
W∴ Anthony W. Denton
From the West
Greeting Brethren,
193 Annual Grand Communication Schedule of Events
Let's promote our collation room, we use Giggster for renters unable to get liability insurance, please book using the site below that will be cover the liability insurance. If renters can provide insurance please contact me directly. Also price is negotiable.
Please take a minute to review our Lodge on Google.
Below is our linktree with the important links about our lodge and Freemasonry.
Please see me if you want to add and or make any suggestions.
Fraternally,
S.W. Alex Ferrari
From the South
Greetings from the South, Brethren!
This was a sorrowful moment for our Country when we had the racist shooting in Buffalo, NY, losing ten lives, and only two weeks after the shooting at an Elementary school in Uvalde, TX, losing 21 lives, being 19 children. As a dad of two children in Elementary school and a husband of a Mid school worker, I think every day if they are safe. I want to offer prayers for all families involved. Every shooting is evil, cowardly, and horrific, but shooting at an Elementary school, there is no word to express the feeling. I hope our Country can act together and implement measures to avoid future mass shootings.
Prayers, thoughts, and action.
All the best,
J.W. Rafael Salles
From the Secretary
Fraternal Greetings Brothers.
First and foremost, Boca Delray Lodge is very proud of our Brother Right Worshipful Robert Estell Jr. who competed with all lodges within the State of Florida and won the
Entered Apprentice Lecture Competition. This is really a challenge not many Masons can achieve. We are very proud of R:.W:. Estell and appreciate all he does for our Masonic Home and Masonry.
Brethren, the same story, dues payments for 2022. For those who have not paid your dues, letters will be mailed the first week of June informing you that you are six months in arrears. Kindly send in your payment promptly and maintain a good name in Lodge - remember your obligation and oaths.
Our Senior Warden has been planning his year in the East for 2023 and has some interesting items on the agenda. Not wanting to “spill the beans”, events that we have not seen at Boca Delray in many years. Many of our Mason’s that have been raised in the last five years will certainly enjoy the events.
R:.H:. Musumeci is still available if anyone wants to purchase a lodge chair as a memorial or in honor of a special Mason or friend. Donations are $50.00 and a custom plaque will be attached to the chair.
A special congratulations to Brother Michael Strauss as he recently got married. He’s been a different person since meeting his betrothed, if anyone deserves a little happiness in life, it certainly is our Brother Michael.
A number of our newly Raised Brother, those going through the Degrees and several in the petitioning stage have been very active in lodge. Pitching in with Degree work, in the kitchen and with street cleanups. It’s very rewarding to see their involvement and knowing we have a strong future at Boca Delray 171.
Lastly Brethren, contact the Secretary of the lodge with any address -email- phone number changes, membership or dues questions. The Worshipful Master does not have this information or maintain these records and is usually involved in planning meetings and communicating with the District Deputy, District Instructor and our sister Lodges
Fraternally,
R:.W:. Mike Sinatra
Secretary
District 25 Lodges
2nd & 4th Thursdays
2701 Quantum Blvd, Boynton Beach 6:30/7:30 pm
2nd & 4th Mondays
421 Jennings Ave. , Greenacres 6:30/7:30 pm
1st & 3rd Tuesdays
9463 Roan LN., Palm Beach Gardens 6:30/7:30pm
1st & 3rd Wednesdays
421 Jennings Ave. , Greenacres 6:30/7:30 pm
2nd & 4th Mondays
1896 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, West Palm Beach 6:30/7:30 pm
2nd & 4th Mondays
600 S. Loxahatchee Dr. , Jupiter 6:30/7:30 pm
2nd & 4th Tuesdays
845 Bradley St. , West Palm Beach 6:30/7:30 pm
1st & 3rd Thursdays
845 Bradley St. , West Palm Beach 6:30/7:30 pm
Masonic Advancements
Awaiting Entered Apprentice Degree:
Entered Apprentices Awaiting Proficiency Examination:
Brothers; Anthony Barone, Thomas Coate, Chris Hamdar, Nicolai Luther, Steven Palsen, Benjamin Cohen, Paul Imbrone
Awaiting Fellow Craft Degree:
Fellow Craft Awaiting Proficiency Examination:
Paul Gold
Awaiting Master Mason Degree:
Brothers; Dominic Guardino, Eric Figueroa, Shaun Demetrios, Patric Quirk, Geoffrey Thiessen, Jonathan Zitt
Master Mason Awaiting Proficiency Examination:
Brothers; Mark Dela Rosa, Derik Brasher, Jesse Mercado ,James Billingsley ,Leo Netto
Jeff Cirminiello ,Samuel Henry
Awaiting Dual, Plural, Transfer or Reinstatement:
E.A. Transfer; F.C. Transfer; MM Transfers:
Petitions: 2
My Brothers,
With the importance of education in the Ritual work of our fraternity we are blessed to have such a strong District instructing team available to help. We are excited to provide a School of Instruction every Saturday morning at Harmonia Lodge including at Open Books every third Saturday (WITH A GOURMET BREAKFAST FOR $8.00) prepared by chef Lou. We will also be providing a School of Instruction the first Monday of the month at every MMA meeting. We are delighted and eager now to welcome ALL Masons, that includes Entered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts to Open Books with an RSVP to me from their Worshipful Master or Secretary of his Lodge. Please contact me if you have any questions, comments or would like information on receiving a proficiency card for the hard work you have put in. We are also now in the process of putting together a District competition team in the Fellow Craft Degree, please contact me to join.
Fraternally & Sincerely,
R:.H:. Sal Musumeci 25th District Instructor
(954) 871-6018
Strength in Numbers
Power in Education
From the District Instructor
My Brothers,
In order to improve your Masonic knowledge try taking the Master Mason 1 2 3 exams it’s an excellent method to learn to use the Masonic Digest and Mentors Manual just complete the three Master Mason Examinations, offered at the Grand Lodge website. These examinations have proven very popular as they produce more friendships, more knowledge of Florida Masonry, better informed Brothers and an increase in Lodge attendance. Also, they are Mandatory for anyone sitting in the chair of Worshipful Master, Senior Warden or Junior Warden. Please return these exams to me at smusumeci9@yahoo.com to be graded and recorded in your Masonic record. Follow the instructions below:
1. Go to grandlodgefl.com
2. Click on “Education”
3. Take Exams 1, 2 & 3
4. Return answer sheet to smusumeci9@yahoo.com
Fraternally & Sincerely,
R:.H:. Sal Musumeci, DI
District Instructor
(954) 871-6018
smusumeci9@yahoo.com
Upcoming Events and News
Past Masters Boca Delray Lodge No 171
2022 Anthony W. Denton
2021 Anthony W. Denton
2020 Harold W Ewing II
2019 Salvatore Musumeci
2018 Demetrios kirkiles
2017 Mark Angstrom
2016 John Blalock
2015 Scott Durgee
2014 Rex Bradford
2013 David G. Lund
2012 Jay Obeid
2011 John Ager
2010 George Hervey *
2009 Mike Sinatra
2008 Robert Langford *
2007 John Kemp
2006 David M Haycock
2005 David Lerner *
2004 Christopher G. Gilbert
2003 Brant C. Bayer
2002 Mark Silberman
2001 Steve A. Sagal *
2000 Arthur Dubin
1999 A. Ray Stewart *
1998 David A. Allen
1997 Israel Stavis *
* Deceased
The Grand Lodge of Florida developed this comprehensive course of study to instruct Brothers on the proper procedures and responsibilities of each Lodge Officers, and how to conduct the important business of their particular Lodge. Courses are presented by the District Chairman, and a certificate is issued upon successful completion of all 15
modules.
The Grand Lodge of Florida provides Master Mason Examinations to be open book type exams, designed to give any Master Mason the opportunity to increase his knowledge of some of the Ancient Tenets, Rules and Regulations of Masonry. They contain a mixture of multiple choice, True or False, or essay questions which should be answered on the answer sheet, as provided in the exam downloads.
The Grand Lodge of Florida encourages all members of the Craft to further their knowledge of Lodge operation, especially those concerning the Elected and Appointed
Officers of each particular Lodge. The Lodge Officers Training program was designed to educate and test your knowledge of Lodge procedures, business, penal code, and other areas. Let There Be Light
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