The Worshipful Master of the lodge is elected by the brethren of the lodge annually. He is the “boss”, sits in the East of the lodge and the ruling of the lodge rests squarely on his shoulders. The Master is like the President of the group. The Worshipful Master of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is Joel R. Andalon, PM
Directly across the lodge from the Master in the West is the Senior Warden. The Senior Warden is like the Vice-President of the group and assists the Master in the operations of the Lodge and assumes charge in the event the Master be absent. The Senior Warden of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is David N. Sweatt, PM
The Junior Warden is seated in the South of the lodge to the left of the Master in the East.The Junior Warden is like the 2nd Vice-President and is responsible for such things as Banquet Room setup, dinners and refreshments. The Junior Warden of Queen City Masonic Lodge No. 761 is Jose M. Costaroca.
The Junior Warden, Senior Warden, and the Master, are the top 3 officers of the Masonic Lodge. All officers will assist in the day to day functions and of course, at the meetings.
The Secretary’s Desk is to the left of the Master’s station. His duty is to record all Lodge proceedings. He is also in charge of receiving all incoming money and in turn forwards all money to the Treasurer. The Secretary of the Lodge is the Chief Operating Officer. The Secretary of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is Charles L. Griffin, PM.
To the right of the Master is the Treasurer seat. His duty is to pay bills approved for payment and conduct the financial affairs for the lodge.The Treasurer is like the Chief Financial Officer. The Treasurer of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is Michael L Lankford,PM.
Both the Treasurer and Secretary will perform a variety of duties that are critical to the success and smooth functioning of the lodge.
The Senior Deacon is seated to the right of the Worshipful Master and in front of the Treasurer. His responsibility includes the welcome and introduction of lodge visitors. The Senior Deacon of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is Steven A. Bleigh.
The Junior Deacon is seated in front and to the right of the Senior Warden. The Junior Deacon’s place is just inside the door of the Lodge Room where he serves as The Inner Guard. He also is responsible for admitting members and visitors. The Junior Deacon of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is Peyton A. Curtis
The Senior Steward is seated in front and to the right of the Junior Warden. The Senior Steward serves as one of two of the Junior Warden’s assistants and ensures that the Lodge Decorum is in place and that the Brothers are taken care of during the hour of refreshment. The Senior Steward of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is Michael J. Cermonini.
The Junior Steward is seated in front and to the left of the Junior Warden. The Junior Steward serves as one of two of the Junior Warden’s assistanst and ensures that the Lodge Decorum is in place and that the Brothers are taken care of during the hour of refreshment. The Junior Steward of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is Edmond H. Craig, Jr.
The Outer Guard is called the Tiler. He duty is to remain outside the Lodge Door during meetings to make sure only qualified people enter. The Tiler of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is Paul B. Barrs, III
The Chaplain looks after the spiritual side of the Masonic Lodge. The Chaplain of Queen City Lodge No. 761 is Larry C. Alford, PM.
