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 Welcome to Jerusalem Lodge #49 online.
As Connecticut Freemasons, we embrace the tenets of Friendship, Morality and Brotherly Love. We do this by using the teachings of Freemasonry to better ourselves, our community, and each other. At our lodge, we make Masons, enjoy fellowship, and explore the rich history and meaning within Freemasonry. Tour our site to learn about our history, activities, and schedule of future events.
The Masonic Fraternity does not invite anyone to become a member, instead we wait patiently for the special man to knock on our door and seek admittance. Perhaps your visit here is that "knock" on our outer door.
Feel free to browse our site and explore Freemasonry! See for yourself what we are doing in Ridgefield, at the same location (396 Main St.) for over 200 years.
We hope this site interests you into becoming a better man and joining the greatest and largest Fraternity in the world. You may reach out via email on this site to communicate with the brothers. See current degree fees.
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Congrats to our newest Master Masons! The officers and degree team portrayed the 3rd degree for a couple excellent brothers. Thanks to all who attended and participated, making this a memorable evening.
Front row, left to right: Jeff, Cole, Jeff, Carlos, Mel, Al, Mark, and Ben.
2nd row: Steve, Bill, Steve, Joey, R.B., Chris, and Anthony.
Back row: Jean-Luc, Wayne, Charlie, Carl, Bill, and Walt. |
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RE Grand Commander Charles O'Neill 2012-2013 |
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Congratulations to our Past Master and current Treasurer, Sir Knight Charles O'Neill, on being installed as the Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery, Knights Templar, of the State of Connecticut for 2012-2013.
Charlie is what we call a "super Mason." Deeply involved in numerous Masonic bodies, Charlie has contributed greatly to Masonry, spreading Light and good humor every where he travels. (Read Charlie's bio.)
SK O'Neill will present an educational evening on May 21, discussing the connections between the historic Knights Templar and modern Freemasonry after the formal lodge business meeting has ended. Brothers and guests are welcomed to attend. |
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2012 Jerusalem Lodge #49 Officers |
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2012 Jerusalem Lodge #49 Officers (from left front): Senior Warden Mark Stumacher, Senior Deacon Don Leavy, Senior Steward Stano Duda, Junior Deacon Ben Morehead, Tiler Carl Slay. Back row, from left: Chaplain / Secretary Bill Deickler, Worshipful Master Jeff Bartlett, and Junior Warden Joseph Hudson. (See the 2012 officer roster.) |
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Brief history of Jerusalem Lodge #49 |
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The original charter for Jerusalem Lodge #49 was granted at the request of seven brothers on October 5, 1808 by the Grand Lodge of Connecticut Ancient Free & Accepted Masons.
While the "lodge" officially started then, the first meetings were held initially at a tavern and later at a member’s house. It wasn’t until Brother Isaac Olmstead sold the present lot to the lodge for $20 that construction began on a dedicated building. The first meeting in the hall was on December 15, 1817, at the same location as today’s building.
The lodge has a storied history, with many contributions to Ridgefield and many distinguished members. Of note, Brother Phineas C. Lounsbury became a Master Mason in 1883 and in 1887, he was elected Governor of the State of Connecticut.
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