Trestleboard: December 2025
- Danny Cordeiro
- Nov 30
- 5 min read
Updated: Dec 2
Notice of Regular Communication of St. Alban's Lodge No. 6 will be held at 363 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809.
Wednesday, Decmber 10th, 7:00 PM
Program: Discussion & Vote on Proposed By-Law Updates
Additions are highlighted in yellow, and removals are struck out and colored in red.
ARTICLE 1
Section 2. The stated communications shall be held in Masonic Temple, Bristol, R. I., on the second Wednesday in each month at 7:00 7:30 o’clock, P.M., but the Master may at his discretion change the hour of meeting for any communication, in which case he shall cause notice thereof to be sent to each member at least three days prior to the date of such communication.
Section 3. The Annual Communication for the election of officers shall be held on the third Wednesday in January at 7:00 P.M.,seven o’clock, p.m. but the Master may, at his discretion, change the hour, in which case he shall cause notice thereof to be sent to each member at least three days prior to the date.
Section. 5. The Master and Wardens shall be a standing committee for charitable purposes, and shall on application, inquire into the circumstances of indigent and distressed brethren and their families; and it shall be in the power of the Master to draw from the funds of the Lodge and relieve such of the distressed or needy as necessity may require, not exceeding the sum of the amount of the current year’s dues and assessments five dollars at any one time.
ARTICLE II
Section 1. Petitions. – All petitions for the degrees in this Lodge shall be signed by the petitioner, stating his residence, age, occupation, whether he has resided in the state for the period of one year, and within the jurisdiction of the Lodge for the period of six months next preceding the date of his petition, and whether he has before applied for initiation.
ARTICLE IV
Section 1. Dues. – The annual dues of this Lodge shall be determined and approved by the membership at the annual communication. ten dollars ($10.00), These dues are and payable annually in advance, in February of each year, provided that this amount may be increased or diminished for the year ensuing by a majority vote of the members present at any Annual Communication, but no NEW MEMBER shall be required to pay any dues for the year of his initiation.
Greetings, St. Alban’s Brothers,
Congratulations! SAL6’s hard work over the past year has paid off, and we achieved the Grand Master’s Award in November!
Thank you to all who have been attending our Master Mason rehearsals. We hope to perform the degree this month and raise a new brother into St. Alban’s.
On another positive note, our Open House on November 21st gave us two new applicants and potentially several more, along with a potential affiliate from MA.
I’d hope to see many of you and your families at our Holiday Party on December 6th, and I’d like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
St. Alban’s #6, “We are small, but we are mighty!”
Fraternally,
R. Andrew Benn, WM
Brethren,
I would like to remind everyone that dues and assessments for the coming year will be sent out next month. If you find yourself in need of assistance or have any questions, please reach out to the Secretary or the Worshipful Master directly.
I am very much looking forward to our upcoming holiday dinner. It is always a wonderful opportunity to gather, enjoy good company, and celebrate the season together. There is still time to get your reservations in if you have not already done so. We will also never turn away anyone, so if you honestly forgot, there will be more than enough to share.
Now that the administrative work has been completed, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the year.
Our charitable efforts have once again made a meaningful impact in the community, and I thank every Brother who contributed time, resources, or support toward that good work. These efforts continue to reflect the principles we uphold.
I want to express my gratitude for the fellowship and brotherhood we share. The kindness and encouragement you offer one another are part of what keeps our lodge strong. To any Brother who has not been able to attend recently, please know that you are missed, and we look forward to seeing you when circumstances allow.
I wish you and your families warmth, joy, and a happy holiday season.
Fraternally,
Danny Cordeiro
Secretary
As another year passes since you were raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason. May your dedication and commitment to the craft lead you to a fulfilling and enlightened journey ahead.
R. Andrew Benn 19 years
David Sartrys 25 years
Raymond Sartini 35 years
Peter Iacobucci 12/1
Barry Fontaine Jr. 12/6
David Sartrys 12/7
Renato Ramos 12/14
Raymond Murray II 12/21
Jason Nystrom 12/31
St. Alban’s Association, Inc.
NEXT MEETING: January 1, 2026
The Board of Directors of the Association will generally meet at 6:30 pm on the first Thursday of each month. All members and initiated Masons associated with St. Alban’s Lodge No. 6 are welcome as visitors.
Grand Lodge Officers
M∴W∴ Rick Baccus MW Grand Master | R∴W∴ Richard F. Lynch RW Grand Marshall |
R∴W∴ Michael A. Cunningham RW District Deputy Grand Master East Bay District | W∴ Merrill I. Torgan W Grand Master of Ceremonies East Bay District |
R∴W∴ Rory A. Hanmer RW Associate Grand Chaplin East Bay District | R∴W∴ Andrew M. Giovannini RW Assistant Grand Lecturer St. Alban’s No. 6 |
St. Alban's Lodge Officers
2025
W∴ R. Andrew Benn Worshipful Master |
W∴ Andrew C. Daigle Senior Warden | W∴ Timothy A. Pray Junior Warden |
R∴W∴ Rory A. Hanmer Treasurer | W∴ Danny S. Cordeiro Secretary |
Roger Belmore Senior Deacon | Jason Flick Junior Deacon |
Abdala Soufan Senior Steward | Renato Ramos Junior Steward |
Barry Fontaine Jr. Chaplin | W∴ Jason M. Nystrom Marshall |
Robert Stahl Sentinel | Albert Ferri Tyler |
R∴W∴ Andrew M. Giovannini Ritual Advisor |
Living Past Masters
Leonard P. Sanford III 1971-1972 2002-2005 | Rory A. Hanmer 2013-2014 |
Edward M Wiacek 1981-1983 | Andrew M. Giovannini 2014-2015 |
Raymond C. Sartini 1997-1999 | José J. DaSilva 2015-2016 |
Edward C. Boyd Jr. 2005-2007 | R. Andrew Benn 2016-2017 2025- |
Jeffrey R. Howlett 2007-2009 | Jason M. Nystrom 2017-2018 |
William D. Stephens 2009-2011 | Manuel J. Benevides 2018-2019 2024-2025 |
Scott S. Crawford 2011-2012 | Andrew C. Daigle 2021-2022 |
Timothy A. Pray 2012-2013 2019-2021 | Danny S. Cordeiro 2022-2023 |
Robert N. Hopkins Jr. 2023-2024 |
Committees of St. Alban’s Lodge
Special Charities Committee
W. José J. DaSilva, W. Timothy A. Pray & W. Jason M. Nystrom
Lodges Named for St. Alban Committee
Members: Master, Wardens, and Past Masters
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