My brothers, as we come to the close of the year I want to take time to formally thank WM Michael Waite for guiding the lodge through these last two years. We have seen a lot during the last two years as we have combined lodges, raised new brothers, and continued to strengthen the foundation of Meriden Masonry to be strong and fortified as we move forward into the future. I also want to express my humble gratitude for entrusting me with the privilege to serve as your Worshipful Master of Meridian No. 77 for 2025! I will cherish this experience to the fullest and fully realize that this would not have been possible were it not for the guidance and support of the fraternity and more especially the Past Masters and brothers of Meridian Lodge No. 77 and Center Lodge No. 97. Congratulations to all the newly elected officers for 2025 as well as we will continue to drive positive momentum in the fraternity!

Brethren, remember that even the smallest of actions are louder than the greatest of any uttered word so let’s work together to continue the momentum we have in our lodge in 2025! I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. As 2024 comes to an end and we begin a new year, I encourage you to remember the obligations we took and lessons we have learned in lodge. We should use our blessings to bless others around us.

I look forward to working with all of you to make lodge fun and informative and promote charity and fellowship as much as we can to help benefit the overall fraternity.

Fraternally, W.B. Tim Vendetti Worshipful Master, Meridian Lodge No. 77