Middlesex Lodge AF&AM

03/17/2026

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! 🍀

03/08/2026

A few photos from last night’s Junior Grand Warden reception. Middlesex Lodge is proud to have members like RW Paul R. Gaudet!

02/15/2026

Brethren,

This Tuesday, February 17, we’re gathering at Middlesex Lodge for what promises to be a truly special and meaningful evening and you won’t want to miss it.
We will be presenting on Freemasonry in Brazil, exploring the powerful and often dramatic history of the Craft in the 1800s. We’ll discuss the political and religious challenges Masons faced, the role of Freemasonry in Brazil’s Independence, the end of the Empire, the beginning of the Republic, and the abolition of slavery.
We’ll also talk about Dom Pedro I a Mason who later closed Freemasonry and examine how the three major Masonic jurisdictions in Brazil emerged. We’ll even touch on a fascinating chapter of history: how American evangelicals who migrated to Brazil used Masonic temples for worship and went on to found the city of Americana in São Paulo.
In addition, we will cover elements of the symbolism of the Entered Apprentice degree in the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite and share insights about the seven rites practiced in Brazil today.
The presentation begins at 6:30 PM.
We are expecting a strong turnout, including many Brothers from other Lodges, so please confirm your attendance to ensure we have enough food for everyone.
It’s going to be an engaging, educational, and historic evening. We look forward to seeing you there!

01/30/2026

01/21/2026

Last night, Middlesex Lodge passed three more Brothers to the degree of Fellow Craft, bringing the total to six Fellow Crafts. Brother Benjamin Rodrigues delivered an excellent Senior Deacon speech.

01/15/2026

📜 Special Masonic Lecture 📜
An In-Depth Look at Freemasonry in Brazil
🗓 February 17�⏰ 6:30 PM
Join us for an exclusive and enlightening Masonic presentation exploring the rich, disciplined, and unique structure of Freemasonry in Brazil.
Topics to be Covered:
* The history of Freemasonry in Brazil
* The first Masonic lodge and its development
* How multiple Grand Lodges can exist in the same state, all regular
* Recognition by the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts and international relations
* How Brazilian lodges maintain over 70% attendance per meeting
* Important historical and modern personalities who were Freemasons
* The rigorous investigation process, often lasting up to one year
* The degree system, with no degree conferred in less than six months, averaging three years to become a Master Mason
This presentation offers a rare opportunity to understand how tradition, discipline, and commitment strengthen Freemasonry beyond borders.
🔹 Open to Masons�🔹 Educational • Historical • Thought-Provoking
Do not miss this unique Masonic experience.

01/15/2026

01/14/2026

Last night, Charles A. Welch Lodge and Middlesex Lodge held a joint Fellow Craft Degree and conferred the Fellow Craft Degree on three candidates. Thank you to Worshipful Master Michael Scribner for his fellowship and hospitality, allowing Middlesex Lodge to continue the Masonic education of its young members.

12/21/2025

Winter Solstice Blessings!

In the silence of the longest night,
The Light withdraws in quiet grace.
Yet within the heart of deepest shadow,
The first dawn already stirs.
Rough stone, attentive heart,
The Mason keeps watch and waits.
For where darkness reaches its limit,
The Light returns, steadfast and eternal.

12/14/2025

Middlesex Lodge members hosted a Holiday Party for some special children from the neighborhood! Thank you Bro. Goldsmith and Benjamin Rodriguez for organizing it!

12/11/2025

Congratulations 🎉

At the December 10th, Grand Lodge Quarterly Communication, the Masters, Wardens, and Members of Grand Lodge elected R.W. Paul R. Gaudet of Middlesex Lodge, Framingham, to serve as Junior Grand Warden of the for 2026.‬ Congratulations Brother Gaudet!