Meetings
1st Thursday (Stated)
3rd Thursday (Called)
***Dinner at 6:30 pm***
***Meeting starts at 7:30 pm***
Jacket and Tie
4093 NW 4th Ave.
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 501-0545
Mailing Address
Boca Delray Lodge 171
PO BOX 811113
Boca Raton FL 33481-1113
PLEASE INFORM THE SECRETARY OF ANY
EMAIL, PHONE OR ADDRESS CHANGES.
Lodge Secretary
R∴W∴ Michael P. Sinatra - (561) 613-8094
bdl171.secretary@gmail.com (NEW EMAIL)
Lodge Officers
Worshipful Master: | Rafael Nioac de Salles | (561) 929-6499 | |
Senior Warden: | Nick Richard | (561) 699-5583 | |
Junior Warden: | Eric Figueroa | (917) 544-8879 | |
Secretary: | R∴W∴ Michael P. Sinatra | (561) 613-8094 | |
Treasurer: | W∴ Anthony Denton | (561) 322-8492 | |
Chaplain: | W∴ Howard Zimmerman | (561) 512-5143 | |
Marshal: | Paul Goldstein | (561) 271-6138 | |
Senior Deacon: | Derik Brasher | (832) 835-4900 | |
Junior Deacon: | Jesse Mercado | (954) 422-3999 | |
Senior Steward: | Patrick Quirk | (561) 507-3727 | |
Junior Steward: | Giuseppe Garufi | (954) 682-2584 | |
Tyler: | Mark Roscio | (860) 918-2331 |
Most Worshipful Grand Master
M∴W∴G∴M∴ Donald W. Cowart
District Deputy Grand Master
R∴W∴ Ramon M. Voils - (561) 797-5133
District Instructor
R∴H∴ Roy D. Strohacker - (561) 329-2261
Lodge Secretary
R∴W∴ Michael P. Sinatra - (561) 613-8094
bdl171.secretary@gmail.com (NEW EMAIL)
Lodge Committees
Finance: Chairman: S.W. Nick Richard
Members: R∴W∴ Rex Bradford, R∴ H∴ Sal Musumeci, W∴ Anthony Denton, Brother Shelly Pittleman
Property / Rental: Chairman: J.W. Eric Figueroa
Members: R∴W∴ Rex Bradford, W∴ Anthony Denton
Public Relations / Social Media Communications: Chairman: W∴ Alexandre Ferrari
Members: W∴M∴ Rafael Nioac de Salles, Brother Benjamin Cohen, W∴ Howard Zimmerman
Board of Relief: Chairman: W∴ M∴ Rafael Nioac de Salles
Members: S.W. Nick Richard, J.W. Eric Figueroa
Charity: Chairman: S.W. Nick Richard
Members; Brother Giuseppe Garufi, W∴M∴ Rafael Nioac de Salles, Brother Shelly Pittleman
Visitor Examination: Chairman: S.D. Derik Brasher
Members: Chaplain W∴ Howard Zimmerman, J.D. Jesse Mercado
Vigilance: Chairman: J.W. Eric Figueroa
Members: R∴W∴ Rex Bradford, R∴H∴ Salvatore Musumeci, W ∴Alexandre Ferrari
Petitions / Investigations: Chairman: W∴ Mark Angstrom
Members: J.D. Jesse Mercado, S.W. Nick Richard, S.S. Patrick Quirk, R∴H∴ Sal Musumeci, Errol Lamberson
Degree Ritual and Education: Chairman: R∴H∴ Sal Musumeci
Members: Brother Benjamin Cohen, J.W. Eric Figueroa, S.W. Nick Richards Mentor: W∴ Mark Angstrom
Funeral Committee: Chairman: R∴W∴ Rex Bradford
Members: S.D. Eric Figueroa, W∴ Mark Angstrom, W∴M∴ Rafael Nioac de Salles
Parking/Portico/Library: Chairman: W∴M∴ Rafael Nioac de Salles
Members: W∴ Anthony Denton, R∴H∴ Salvatore Musumeci, W∴ Alexandre Ferrari
Endowment Fund: Appointed Members
1 Year (2024): Sam Goldstein, Paul Goldstein
2 Years (2024 - 2025): W:.Mark Angstrom, W:. Anthony Denton
3 Years (2024 - 2026): R∴ W∴ Rex Bradford, R∴H∴ Salvatore Musumeci
From the East
My Esteemed Brethren of Boca Delray Lodge No. 171,
As we transition into the month of June, I am delighted to share the accomplishments and updates that continue to shape our Lodge's journey. This period of reflection and achievement highlights the dedication and unity that binds us together as Masons.
This past month, eleven Brothers from our Lodge attended the Grand Lodge of Florida's 195th Annual Communication in Orlando. This significant event was a testament to our commitment to the craft and provided an excellent opportunity for fellowship and learning. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected Grand Line and wish the new Most Worshipful Grand Master Donald W. Cowart, Deputy Grand Master R∴ W∴ Tali Atala, and their team great success in their endeavors.
Looking ahead, we are honored to announce that our new District Deputy Grand Master, R∴ W∴ Ramon M. Voils, will be visiting our Lodge on August 15th. This visit will be an excellent opportunity for us to engage with our new DDGM and discuss the future of our Lodge and our collective Masonic journey.
Additionally, we are proud to acknowledge that our distinguished Brother, W∴ Ferrari, has been nominated as the Chairman of the Membership Development Committee. His dedication and leadership continue to inspire us, and we are confident that he will excel in this new role, contributing significantly to the growth and development of our membership.
As we move forward, let us reaffirm our commitment to the principles that define us as Masons: Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth. These guiding lights not only shape our personal growth but also strengthen the bonds we share as brothers. Let us continue to embody these values in all our actions, fostering a spirit of brotherhood and charity within our Lodge and beyond.
May this month bring us continued success, meaningful interactions, and the joyous embrace of brotherhood that defines our Masonic journey. Let us stride into the future with a renewed sense of purpose and commitment, cherishing each moment of connection and support we offer one another.
Fraternally and sincerely,
Rafael Nioac de Salles
Worshipful Master
Boca-Delray Lodge No. 171
F. & A.M.
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From the West
Dear Brethren,
I hope you are all enjoying the warm weather as we move into the official start of summer. Whatever plans you have for the season, I wish you a safe and enjoyable time.
For this month’s Masonic education, I encourage everyone to read or re-read our Masonic Etiquette. Here’s an important section on discussion in Lodge:
DISCUSSION IN LODGE: All sectarian discussion, all argument or statement pro or con as to the merits of civil politics, or any given religion or theological creed, of racial questions, or private business, or of any other non-Masonic subject by which Masons might be divided into classes, feuds, schisms, or opposed schools, is at all times forbidden. It is strictly forbidden to discuss a petitioner or for a Mason to reveal how he has voted or in any way to seek to persuade members to vote one way or another on a petitioner.
All uses of personalities, all expressions of bitterness or ill will, acrimoniousness, and all or any slurs upon the Lodge or its Officers, Grand Lodge or its Officers, and the Fraternity itself, and all flippant, unseemly, or discourteous remarks addressed to the Lodge or to its Officers are condemned alike by the principles of common courtesy and etiquette and by the disciplinary laws of the Craft.
This is not to say that a Master Mason, particularly one who has acted as a Representative in Grand Lodge, should not inform the Craft fully and completely as to what has taken place in Grand Lodge. Such a report can be rendered truthfully and with dignity and without the use of personalities, and this rule, of course, should always be observed.
A Brother wishing to participate in a discussion in open Lodge should always rise and address the Worshipful Master. He should speak on the subject at issue in the fewest possible words, not using his privilege of the floor as an opportunity to deliver a speech merely for its own sake.
Let us keep our fraternity strong and increase our communication among Brothers. If you want to help or need anything, please reach out!
Fraternally and with warm regards,
Nick Richard Senior Warden
Boca-Delray Lodge No. 171
F. & A.M.
From the South
Greetings from the South Brethren!
What makes a man great and free of soul?
It is the loyalty to the laws of right, of truth, of purity, of love, and the lofty will of God. How to live your life is one matter. The oldest man in his ripe age has yet to seek a wiser way than to build, year by year, upon a foundation of faith in God, using the Square of justice, the Plumb-Line of rectitude, the Compass to restrain the passions, and the Rule by which to divide our time into labor, rest, and service to our fellows.
As always my Brothers, it is my pleasure to serve you in the South. If there is anything you need from me, regarding the meals or anything else do not hesitate to ask.
Fraternally,
Fraternally,
Eric Figueroa
Junior Warden
Boca-Delray Lodge No. 171
F. & A.M.
From the Secretary
Fraternal Greetings Brothers.
We wish our newly install Grand Master and Grand Line officers’ congratulations and a healthy productive year. We also congratulate our newly appointed District Deputy Grand Master R:. W:. Ramon Voils of Lantana Lodge No. 372 and happily anticipate his visits. Please attend his official visitation on August 15th. More info to follow on this.
As we enter the month of June, dues late notices will be emailed out soon. It has been eight months since statements were mailed out (mid October 2023). Please remit your dues and avoid being send notices.
A note on Masonic Education and Courtesies: If you wish to bring up a matter for discussion during a lodge meeting, you are advised to brief the WM about it before the meeting. It is very likely that the WM has his plans for the meeting, and he has a set time-frame for issues. Bringing up some things will eat into the time he has set apart.
Also, briefing him beforehand will enable him to recognize you faster and have a prior knowledge of what you are about to bring forth before the brethren. He will be less inclined to refuse you, and he will be more agreeable with you. In short, do not blind side the WM or any Officer.
Fraternally,
R∴W∴ Mike Sinatra
Secretary
Boca-Delray Lodge No. 171
F. & A.M.
Chaplain's Corner
Greetings Brethren!
How Do Masons Meet?
How do Mason’s meet? Upstairs? In secret? Duly tyled? Monthly? In jackets and ties? With a ceremony to open and close? With the Worshipful Master in charge? And an open book?
How do Masons meet? As brothers and friends? To do good work? In good fellowship? Within due bounds? With passions subdued? In harmony? With unity of purpose?
How do Masons meet? Like we have for centuries? Like our fathers and grandfathers? With a charter from a Grand Lodge? Like Masons around the world?
How do Masons meet? In Thy Name?
How do Masons meet? On the Level as equal brothers in the sight of God and Man? On THIS level of time, in this life-time, beyond whose boundaries we do not know? On a level that includes our material and spiritual temples?
How do Masons meet? Acting in upright fashion, and parting on the square, cemented by moral virtues?
We try. So Mote It Be.
Greetings my brethren.
W∴ Howard Zimmerman
Chaplain
Boca-Delray Lodge No. 171
F. & A.M.
Poem
The Journey of the Fellow Craft
With every step we take, we rise and see
The moral truths that set us free.
In deep symbols, their meaning is clear,
We learn to build with sincere love here.
From stone to spirit, heart to hand,
In wisdom's grace, we firmly stand.
The plumb, the square, the level's guide,
In virtue's path, we now abide.
A vast journey, yet close at heart,
In Fellow Craft, we play our part.
With learned men's words as a beacon bright,
We honor truth and embrace the right.
For in this craft, we grow and learn,
In every lesson, our souls discern.
With every step, we rise and see,
The moral truths that set us free.
Brother G. E. Heron,
Boca-Delray Lodge No. 171 F. & A.M.
Palm Beach Commandery # 18, Knight Templar, Knights Templar, York Rite, Boynton Beach, FL
32° Scottish Rite Of Freemasonry, Valley of Miami, Orient of Florida
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Masonic Advancements
Petitions Received:
Danilo Cordero, Homer Chiang
Entered Apprentices Awaiting Proficiency Examination:
Brothers: Daniel Duarte Quintal Garces, Lawrence Dorce, Domingo Alexander Duran, Franckerson Myrtil, , Louis Amoroso, Sadrac Francois.
Awaiting Fellow Craft Degree:
Brothers:
Fellow Craft Awaiting Proficiency Examination:
Brothers: Hugo Neil Mendez, Marcos Liberato.
Awaiting Master Mason Degree:
Brothers:
Master Mason Awaiting Proficiency Examination:
Brothers: James Billingsley, Leo Netto, Jeff Cirminiello, Samuel Henry, Geoffrey Thiessen, Joseph Pellicane, Peter Cursio.
Bible/Apron/WK Tools: Brother Jake Mulcahey, Arken Radeef, Garfield Heron.
Awaiting
Dual: Brothers:
Plural: Brothers:
Reinstatement: Brothers:
E.A. Transfer: Brothers:
F.C. Transfer: Brothers:
M.M. Transfers: Brothers:
Petitions: Candidate
Upcoming Events and News
June Birthdays
Eric | Victor | Figueroa |
Benjamin | Maxwell | Cohen |
Geoffrey | Bishop | Thiessen |
Alberto | Larrain | |
Harold | Deane | Ellis |
John | Timothy | Blalock |
Garfield | Earl | Heron |
Richard | Joseph | Ridky |
Terry | Wayne | Mueller |
Scott | A | Gardner |
Domenico | Salvatore | Mule |
Paul | Solomon | Jacob |
Daniel | I | Dixon |
Walter | Carleton | McCrumb |
Mark | Raymond | Angstrom |
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Podcast
There are twelve Masonic plays available from the Masonic Service Association
"A Rose Upon The Altar"
"The Greatest of These"
"He That Believeth"
"Greater Love Hath No Man"
"Judge Not!"
"The Hearts of the Fathers"
"To Entertain Strangers"
"A Gift in Secret"
"Treasures of Darkness"
"He Which is Accused"
"If A Man Die... "
"... And Not Forsake Them"
The Committee on Masonic Education of the Grand Lodge of lowa, which has the finest Masonic Library in America, founded in 1844, suggests as a reading course in Freemasonry the following books to be read in the sequence set forth:
1. The Builders. by Newton
2. Introduction to Freemasonry, by Haywood
3. Masonic Symbolism, by Hunt
4. The Newly Made Mason, by Haywood
5. More about Masonry, by Haywood
6. A History of Freemasonry, by Haywood and Craig
7. Symbolical Masonry, by Haywood
8. Introduction to Freemason, by Claudy
9. Short Talks on Masonry, by Newton
10. Freemasonry Before The Existence of Grand Lodges, by Vibert
11. The Old Guilds of England, by Armitage
12. The Story of the Craft, by Vibert
13. Short Readings of Masonic History, by Tatsch
14. Old Charges by British Freemasons, by Hughan
15. The Religion of Masonry, by Newton
16. Freemasonry and Roman Catholicism, by Haywood
17. Handbook for Lodge Officers, by Hunt
18. Famous Masons and Masonic Presidents, by Haywood
19. Famous Masons, by Bell
20. Benjamin Franklin As A Freemason, by Sachse
21. The Facts About George Washington as a Freemason, by Tatsch
22. Old Tiler Talks, by Claudy
23. The Great Teachings of Mason!, by Haywood
24. Freemasonry in the Thirteen Colonies, by Tatsch
25. An Introduction to Freemasonry, by Knoop and Jones
26. Symbolism of The Three Degrees, by Street
27. The Treasury of Masonic Thought, by Martin and Callaghan
28. These Men Were Masons, by Banner
29. The Lodge and the Craft, by Blackmer
30. The Scottish Mason and The Mason Word, by Knoop and Jones
31. The Genesis of Freemasonry, by Knoop and Jones
32. English-Speaking Freemasonry, by Robbins
33. The Beginnings of Freemasonry in America, by Johnson
34. The Religion of Freemasonry, by Whymper
35. Emblematic Freemasonry,-by Waite
36. Roman Catholicism and Freemasonry, by Wright
37. High-Ways and By-Ways of Freemasonry , by Lawrence
38. Sidelights on Freemasonry, by Lawrence
39. The Masonic Problem, by Gibson
40. The Evolution of Freemasonry?, by Darrah
41. Symbolism of Freemosonry, by Mackey
42. The Concise History of Freemasonry, by Gould
43. Speculative Masonry, by McBridge
44. Masonic Jurisprudence, by Lawrence
45. The Law and Custom of Freemasonry, by Edwards
46. Lectures on Masonic Jurisprudence, by Pound
47. Jurisprudence of Freemasonry , by Mackey
48. Lectures on the Philosophy of Freemasonry, by Pound
49. Masonry in the Formation of Our Government, by Roth
50. Negro Masonry in the U.S., by Voorhis
51. Freemasons' Guide and Compendium, by Jones
52. Masonic Quiz Book, by Peterson
53. Landmarks, by Hunt
54. Masonic Lodge Methods, by Blakemore
55. Well-Springs of American Freemasonry, by Haywood
56. Guide of Masonic Speech Making, by Edwards
57. George Washington, Freemason, by Brown
58. Annotated Reading List, by Haywood
59. Little Masonic Library, Twenty Titles in Five Volumes
60. Masonic Soldiers of Fortune, by Stuart
Masonic Regalia and Jewelry Wholesale Prices
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Past Masters Boca Delray Lodge No 171
2023 - Alexandre C. Ferrari
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
25 LANDMARKS OF FREEMASONRY
Modes of recognition
Division of symbolic Masonry into three degrees
Legend of the 3rd degree
Government of the fraternity by a Grand Master
Prerogative of the Grand Master to preside over every assembly of the Craft
Prerogative of the Grand Master to grant dispensations for conferring the degrees at irregular times
Prerogative of the Grand Master to give dispensations for opening and holding Lodges
Prerogative of the Grand Master to make Masons at sight
Necessity for Masons to congregate in Lodges
Government of lodges by a Master and 2 Wardens
Necessity of tyling lodges
Right of every Mason to be represented in all general meetings of the Craft and instruct representatives
Right of every Mason to appeal from his Lodge to the Grand Lodge or General Assembly of Masons
Right of every Mason to visit and sit in every regular Lodge
No unknown visitor can enter a Lodge without first passing an examination
No Lodge can interfere in the business of another Lodge or give degrees to brethren of other Lodges
Every Freemason is amenable to the laws and regulations of the Masonic jurisdiction in which he resides, even though he may not be a member of any Lodge
Candidates for initiation must be men, unmutilated (not a cripple), free born, and of mature age
Belief in the existence of God as the Great Architect of the universe
Belief in a resurrection to a future life
A "Book of the Law" is indispensable in every Lodge
Equality of all Masons
Secrecy of the institution
Foundation of a speculative science upon an operative art, and symbolic use and explanations for the purpose of religious or moral teaching
These landmarks can never be changed
The Grand Lodge of Florida developed this comprehensive course of study to instruct Brothers on the proper procedures and responsibilities of each Lodge Officer, 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
Appendant Bodies
BY-LAWS
BOCA DELRAY LODGE DUES 2024
Payment methods to Boca Delray Lodge No. 171:
1. By mailing a check to the address P.O. BOX 811113, Boca Raton, FL 33481-1113,
2. By CashApp to $BocaDelrayLodge171 or using the link https://cash.app/$BocaDelrayLodge171
3. By Zelle to our Lodge email bdlodge171@gmail.com
Dues 2024: $281.00
LYPMGS Donation (2024): $7.30
Building Fund Donation (2024): $25.00
Relief Fund Donation (2024): $25.00
Total: $338.30
PERPETUAL MEMBERS
Alexandre Castro Ferrari
Aniello Alfonso Criscuolo
Bryant Orville Myers Sr
Charles-Johan Gustave Lund
David M Haycock
David A Allen
Demetrios Chris Kirkiles
Derik Brasher
Donald Phillip Bolton
Douglas Blair Sinclair
Eoin Brackenridge Stafford
Everett Alexander Stern
George Ray Ruffing Jr
Gerald Lee Barton
Gerard Joseph Kleehammer
Gerard Carras
Harold William Ewing II
Jack Harrison Breland
John Raymond Farill
John A Clarke Jr
John W Langford
Josiah Reeve Bright
Leslie Scott Gardner
Michael Strauss
Michael Sinatra
Patrick Peter Shepherd
Paul Hunter Goldstein
Peter James Snyder
Pieter Van Gunst
Raymond Hill Cralle
Richard Scott Durgee
Richard Wayne Jones
Robert Wayne Estell Jr
Robert Edward Coombs
Rodrigo Jose Himiob
Salvatore Musumeci
Scott A Gardner
Thomas Kevin Clements
Victor Charles Weinberg
Victor Lamont Searer Jr
Walter Carleton McCrumb
William Alfred Strucker
William Arthur Tucker
Zalmon John Starr
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