A historic event unfolded for West Texas Masonry with the joint installation of officers for District 93. The ceremony was graced by the presence of Most Worshipful Rayburn Reader, Grand Master of Masons of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Texas, and Most Worshipful Dennis Reader, Grand Marshal of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Texas, along with several other District Deputy Grand Masters. This momentous occasion, the first of its kind since 1982 when Most Worshipful Jimmy Wilson presided over a similar event, saw eight of the nine lodges in Districts 93-A and 93-B participate. The presence of family and friends added to the spirit of unity and support.
This significant gathering was made possible through the efforts of Brother Jeremy Hogan, who reached out to the Grand Lodge to arrange the event. A heartfelt thank you is also extended to the wives and girlfriends of the officers. Their unwavering support, understanding, and strength at home are the very foundation that allows the officers to dedicate themselves to the lodge and become better men. Their incredible contributions are deeply appreciated.
The lodges that participated in this historic installation include:
- WOLFFORTH FRENSHIP NO. 1447
- LUBBOCK NO. 1392
- CROSBYTΟΝ ΝΟ. 1020
- ΕΜΜΑ NO. 931
- MACKENZIE NO. 1327
- SOUTH PLAINS DAYLIGHT NO. 1443
- SLATON NO. 1094
- POST NO. 1058
Installed Officers of District 93-A & 93-B
Wolfforth Friendship 1447
- Worshipful Master: Jeremy D. Hogan
- Senior Warden: Charles Leatherwood
- Junior Warden: Casey Roberts
- Treasurer: Roger McCassland
- Secretary: Ron Presley
- Chaplain: Eddie Harris
- Senior Deacon: Bob Beltramine
- Junior Deacon: Brent Simpson
- Senior Steward: Eloy Guerra
- Junior Steward: Jody Slaughter
- Tiler: Robert Revier
- Master of Ceremonies: Carl Chaffin
- Musician: James A. Clark
Lubbock Lodge 1392
- Worshipful Master: James A. Clark
- Senior Warden: Tanner Cooper
- Junior Warden: Adan Hildago
- Treasurer: Bill Cooper
- Secretary: Jeremy D. Hogan
- Chaplain: Dewain Collins
- Senior Deacon: Arlie Cates
- Junior Deacon: John Davis
- Tiler: Jerry Hendrick
Crosbyton 1020
- Worshipful Master: Bob Chesser
- Senior Warden: Franklin Hadderton
- Junior Warden: Mathew Reynolds
- Treasurer: Benji Smith
- Secretary: Terry Hitt
- Chaplain: –
- Senior Deacon: –
- Junior Deacon: Corbin Ellis
- Tiler: Bruce Williams
Emma 931
- Worshipful Master: Scott Bates
- Senior Warden: John Hodges
- Junior Warden: Billy Tidwell
- Treasurer: LT Starkey
- Secretary: Terry Hitt
- Chaplain: –
- Senior Deacon: Ron Francis
- Junior Deacon: Ricky Arthur
- Senior Steward:
- Junior Steward:
- Tiler: John Parum
Mackenzie 1327
- Worshipful Master: Zakary Wyatt
- Senior Warden: Mathew Gregory
- Junior Warden: Jason Singleton
- Treasurer: Larry Massingale
- Secretary: Lamar Hayes
- Chaplain: Ray Copeland
- Senior Deacon: Eric Guttierez
- Junior Deacon: Lealland Carr
- Senior Steward: Ray Ramirez
- Junior Steward: Hunter Yandell
- Tiler: Jeremiah Baumman
South Plains Daylight 1443
- Worshipful Master: Jacob Ashdown
- Senior Warden: Zakary Wyatt
- Junior Warden: Brian Galica
- Treasurer: Wheeler Osbourn
- Secretary: Neal Turner
- Chaplain: Geoff Hearn
- Senior Deacon: Trey Edwards
- Junior Deacon: Jaret McElroy
- Senior Steward: Jody Turner
- Junior Steward: Kevin Wisdom
- Tiler: Taylor Hudson
- Master of Ceremonies: Heath Sutlive
- Musician: Dennis Carrizales
Slaton 1094
- Worshipful Master: Daniel Butler
- Senior Warden: JW Jolly III
- Junior Warden: Bob Chesser
- Treasurer: Jim Tallafero
- Secretary: Randall Choate
- Chaplain: Sherrill Wilson
- Senior Deacon: Ethan Robinson
- Junior Deacon: Chris Thomas
- Tiler: Tyler Wilson
Post 1058
- Worshipful Master: JW Jolly III
- Senior Warden: Kenneth Ratke
- Junior Warden: David Graves
- Treasurer: –
- Secretary: David Clark
- Chaplain: –
- Senior Deacon: –
- Junior Deacon: –
- Tiler: Bob Chesser
Following the Joint Installation, the first District 93 MWSA meeting was held at Lubbock Lodge No. 1392, marking the formation of the Masters, Wardens, and Secretaries Association for Districts 93-A and 93-B.
There were 7 of the 9 lodges represented, 22 Masons present. A great showing for a long day of Masonry.
This association is designed to serve, not as an accolade, title, or jewel to be worn. It will assist our District Deputy Grand Masters, support Grand Lodge committees, and help coordinate our hospitality when we host the Grand Master. The association will foster a spirit of brotherhood, widen our circle of acquaintance, and promote educational opportunities that bring more light to all Master Masons.
The spirit behind the letter of the by-laws is to be a catalyst for renewal. It is about spreading the cement of brotherly love so thoroughly that it binds not just our lodges, but our entire Masonic family. Our strength is magnified when we stand united with the York Rite, the Scottish Rite, the Shrine, and when we support the future of our Craft through DeMolay and Rainbow – and all aspects of Masonry. They are all vital pillars of our shared temple.
For this great work to succeed, it requires all of us. We know that in any great undertaking, there will be the workers—those who tirelessly apply the working tools of the craft. There will be the talkers—those who spread the word and encourage others. And there will be those who simply show up for the fellowship, whose presence alone strengthens our bonds.
To each of you, whatever role you choose, we say: you are welcome, you are needed, and you are valued. Every Brother has a part to play. It truly is great to be a Texas Mason!
