Greetings from the Worshipful Master

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It is both an honor and a responsibility to stand before you for the first time as Worshipful Master for the 2026–2027 Masonic year.

First, giving honor to God, from whom all blessings flow. I want thank all the Past Masters and Brothers of Arlington Lodge #58 for the vote of trust and confidence that they’ve have placed in me. I am truly humbled by this opportunity to serve.

To all the brothers who’ve came out to join us on this august event, it really does warm my heart to see you all here to support us as we move forward into the next Masonic year. 

When I first sought Freemasonry, it was with the desire to serve—to serve my communities, my fellow man and learn to be a better man. To learn as much as I could from Masonry to be a better man, and to bring my experiences of life’s journey and just maybe I could be an example to help make other men better. Today, that commitment remains the same, but the responsibility is greater.

This year, we will move with purpose. We will strengthen our brotherhood, not just in The Great Arlington 58, but throughout the entire Mighty 31st Masonic District. We will increase our presence in the community.

And we will hold ourselves to a higher standard—individually and collectively.

But none of this happens without commitment, accountability, and action from each of us.

So let my theme be clear in everything we do:
“Let the world see - how Masons love one another.” 

Not just in words—but in how we support one another, how we show up for each other, and how we carry ourselves both inside and outside of this Lodge.

To our Past Masters, Grand Lodge Officers and Worshipful Masters both present and past —your wisdom is the foundation we stand on, and your guidance will be essential as we move forward.

My Brothers, I am humbled by this responsibility—but I am ready to lead. And I have no doubt that with God as our guide and each one of you standing with me here today, there is nothing we cannot accomplish together.

Let’s get to work.

Fraternally, 

WM Reginald Rogers

Arlington Lodge #58