Winona Lodge No. 18

Brethren,

Happy December!
Thank you to all who attended our stated communication on Tuesday. We held elections for the 2025 officer line, and it is my pleasure to congratulate:

• Bro. Nate Bergler – Master

• W. Bro. Luke Accord – Senior Warden

• W. Bro. Daddio Mangum – Treasurer

• W. Bro. Thomas Hill – Secretary

We extend our best wishes to the incoming officers for a successful and fulfilling year ahead.

Officer Installation – December 16

Please don’t forget that our annual installation of officers will take place on December 16.

• Fellowship: 6:00 PM

• Installation: 7:00 PM

This is a public ceremony, and all are welcome to attend. We encourage you to invite family, friends, and anyone interested in learning more about Freemasonry.

Masonic Children’s Hospital Fundraiser

Deputy Grand Master Shawn R. Carrick has launched this year’s Christmas and New Year fundraiser for the Minnesota Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital. The purpose is to provide art supplies and creative projects for children receiving treatment—small gifts that help lift their spirits during the long summer months.

This year will be Winona Lodge’s first time supporting this statewide effort, and we are proud to take part. The overall fundraising goal is $6,000.

The funds we raise at the 3rd Annual Salsa Rica Event on February 28 will be dedicated to supporting this initiative. At our meeting on Tuesday, we set a lodge goal of at least $500. That’s just 25 packs of tickets—so if 13 members sell two packs each (just $40 total), we’ll exceed our goal. Even better, Masonic Benevolence will match whatever we raise. (I have my tickets)

To get your ticket packs, please contact the lodge or W. Bro. Tony Stango.

A Little Christmas Cheer

As we move through December, may the season bring light, fellowship, and goodwill to you and your families. And let us remember those who bring warmth to the community—including the bell ringers braving the winter chill, reminding us all of the spirit of generosity.

May your homes be bright, your hearts full, and your winter nights warmed by friendship and brotherly love.

Fraternally,
Thomas HIll
Winona Lodge No. 18
Secretary

Brethren,

As we move into October, our Lodge has much to look forward to and much to reflect upon. Several brothers participated in this year’s Cemetery Walk, held in conjunction with the Winona County Historical Society. The event drew over 1,400 participants and raised just over $9,000.00 — a wonderful success that highlights our continued commitment to community engagement and the preservation of local history.

We also take a moment to remember Brother Edward Littlejohn Jr., who passed this past February. Brother Littlejohn’s steady presence and kind spirit will be greatly missed by all who knew him. His dedication to the Craft and to our fellowship stands as an enduring example of Masonic virtue and brotherly love.

Looking ahead, Brother Gabriel P. is organizing our first annual “Trunk or Treat” event for Halloween. For those unfamiliar, a Trunk or Treat is a community-oriented Halloween gathering where participants decorate their car trunks and distribute candy from a designated parking area. Children in costume move from car to car collecting treats, offering a safe and festive alternative to traditional trick-or-treating. Email the lodge if you would like to help. Costumes are encouraged. 

Please also watch for your dues notices, which we have sent out. You may mail your payment directly to the Lodge or pay conveniently through Grand View, where you can also set up automatic payments so you’ll never have to worry about missing a due date.

We kindly request that all Brothers keep us updated on their contact information. You can reach us anytime at winonalodge18@gmail.com, or by regular mail at:
Winona Lodge No. 18
926 West 5th Street
Winona, MN 55987

May this October bring us fellowship, reflection, and renewed purpose as we honor the past and continue to serve together.

Fraternally,
Thomas Hill
Secretary