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Brothers!

Although Denver #5 is dark over the summer, the Masonic fun and fellowship does not have to stop.  Please join me and several Denver #5 officers on Wednesday, June 18, as D5 visits Idaho Springs #26, one of the state’s more historic Masonic lodges.  Idaho Springs #26 provides dinner (suggested donation of $10) at their building (210 17th Ave., Central City, CO) at 6:30pm, before moving upstairs at 7:30 for their lodge meeting.

Idaho Springs #26 is just 40 minutes up the mountain. It is one of the informal mountain lodges, so a suit is unnecessary. Jeans and a polo shirt will fit in nicely.

I look forward to seeing you all there.

James

— 
James A. Warner
Senior Warden
Denver Lodge #5, AF&AM

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Our meetings are held the first and third Thursdays of each month and typically dinner will be served at 6:30pm with Lodge following at 7:30pm.

 

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Every Wednesday Night 6:30 pm to 8:30pm

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May 2025 Trestleboard

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Greetings from the East!

May is on the horizon, and with it comes more and more daylight. The sun lingers a bit longer in the sky, and its warmth carries further into the evening. It’s a small but powerful reminder that light endures, and that even during darker seasons of our lives it will slowly and steadily return.

In many ways, this time of year can remind us of our Masonic path. Just as the light stretches further each day, the light within us also grows and increases. We can each encourage that growth through our actions, our words, and the way we carry ourselves in the world.

This month, I encourage each of us to reflect on the ways we can grow and increase our light. Not rapidly, but steadily and consistently over time. Whether that’s checking in on a Brother you haven’t seen in a while, mentoring someone new to the Lodge, or simply bringing a positive spirit to our next meeting. All of those encourage light to grow and spread.

I look forward to the work ahead through degrees, charitable work, and great fellowship. Thank you for the light you bring to our Lodge. Let’s keep encouraging it to grow together!

Fraternally and appreciatively,

Stephen Carlson
Worshipful Master
Denver Lodge No.5

A Look at What’s Ahead
Thursday 05/01 – Stated Communication – Short Talk: Masonry and Mental Health (Please be sure to RSVP for more accurate count for dinner, this will help us better manage cost and food waste)
Thursday 05/15 – Scholarship Night (Open event, friends and family welcome) Dinner at 6:30pm with award presentation to follow – Officers please arrive before 5:30pm for early open and hear a proficiency
Wednesday 05/21 – Volunteer Event – Food Bank of the Rockies Main Warehouse – Link to register: https://foodbankrockies.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/DenverLodge
Thursday 06/04 – Stated Communication (last meeting before breaking for the Summer) Casual night – Reading of minutes, suspensions, etc. Please be sure to RSVP for more accurate count for dinner, this will help us better manage cost and food waste)
Saturday 06/07 – Ghost Town Degrees at Nevada 4 Lodge – Multiple 3rd Degrees – Open at 9:00am
Sunday 06/22 – Summer Picnic (Save the date, details TBD)
Sunday 07/13 – Pancake Breakfast at Nevada 4 (Lodge purchased 20 tickets, more available at the door)

Lodge Officers – 2025

  • Worshipful Master – Stephen Carlson
  • Senior Warden – James Warner
  • Junior Warden – Troy Greig
  • Treasurer – Josh Ruegsegger, P.M.
  • Secretary – Mike Scott, P.M.
  • Senior Deacon – Conner Gould
  • Junior Deacon – Adrian Fulle, P.M.
  • Senior Steward – Donald Stewart
  • Junior Steward – Max Petersen
  • Marshal – Kevin Trabert, P.M.
  • Chaplain – Van Troi Perozo, P.M.
  • Tiler – Jim Weeks, P.M.

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Stated Communications:

Our meetings are held the first and third Thursdays of each month and typically dinner will be served at 6:30pm with Lodge following at 7:30pm.

Posting:

Every Wednesday Night 6:30 pm to 8:30pm

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April 2025 Trestleboard

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Greetings from the East!

April and Daylight Savings time are here, and with them also comes our annual reminder of accountability…. Tax Day.

While not everyone enjoys this season of forms and searching for missing receipts, it serves as an important reminder of responsibility. Just as we are expected to keep our financial affairs in order, so too should we take time to reflect on our obligations as Masons, both to our Lodge and to one another.

In Masonry we often talk about how life requires careful planning and thoughtful investment. Just as we review our W2’s and 1099’s we should also review our personal and fraternal commitments. Are we setting aside time to strengthen our bonds with our brethren? Are we giving of ourselves through time, mentorship, or charitable efforts? Are we staying true to the various obligations we’ve made?

This season is not just about resolving debts but also about ensuring a solid foundation for the future. A well-prepared tax return provides stability, just as a well-measured Masonic journey provides personal growth and fulfillment. The principles we live by are investments that yield returns far greater than financial gain.

As we move forward this month, let’s commit to balancing our personal ledgers along with our financial ones. Let’s make time for our Lodge and for each other. After all, the true value of our fraternity isn’t measured in numbers but in the strength of our brotherhood.

Fraternally and appreciatively,

Stephen Carlson

Bylaw Change Update:

The bylaw changes communicated on March 13th were voted on during our March 20th Stated Communication. Both bylaw measures passed with a majority vote and will be adopted into our Lodge’s bylaws after final approval from the Grand Lodge.

A Look at What’s Ahead:

Thursday 04/03 – Stated Communication

              Short Talk: Lodge Rooms of Europe – Bro. Eli Rouch

Thursday 04/17 – Stated Communication 

              Short Talk: Van Troi Perozo, P.M.

Lodge Officers – 2025:

  • Worshipful Master – Stephen Carlson
  • Senior Warden – James Warner
  • Junior Warden – Troy Greig
  • Treasurer – Josh Ruegsegger, P.M.
  • Secretary – Mike Scott, P.M.
  • Senior Deacon – Conner Gould
  • Junior Deacon – Adrian Fulle, P.M.
  • Senior Steward – Donald Stewart
  • Junior Steward – Max Petersen
  • Marshal – Kevin Trabert, P.M.
  • Chaplain – Van Troi Perozo, P.M.
  • Tiler – Jim Weeks, P.M.

Gary Bregel Passing (copy 01)

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Brethren, 

We regret to inform you of the passing of Bro. Gary Bregel 

We’ll be celebrating Gary’s life on March 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM at Fort Logan cemetery 4400 W Kenyon Ave Denver, CO 80236. If you’d like to join us for this heartfelt service, please feel free to arrive 15 mins prior. The ceremony will be a 30-minute military service with taps.

We ask if you are able to attend, please do so.

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Gary Bregel Passing

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Brethren, 

We regret to inform you of the passing of Bro. Gary Bregel 

We’ll be celebrating Gary’s life on March 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM at Fort Logan cemetery 4400 W Kenyon Ave Denver, CO 80236. If you’d like to join us for this heartfelt service, please feel free to arrive 15 mins prior. The ceremony will be a 30-minute military service with taps.

We ask if you are able to attend, please do so.

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Event Update

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Greetings (again) from the East!
 
I hope and trust that everyone is doing well as we approach the start of March. Some changes have been made to an event announced in our previous trestleboard, so I wanted to make sure everyone is informed.
 
Thursday, 03/06 – Our Stated Communication, originally scheduled to take place at Eastern Star Retirement Home for EA degrees, will now be held back at the Welton St. building to ensure a better experience for our candidates. Dinner will still be at our usual time, 6:30 PM, and we’ll keep it simple with pizza. The degrees will follow at 7:30 PM. (Officers, please plan to arrive by 5:30 PM for an early opening.) Please RSVP here in advance so we can finalize the headcount for food. 
 
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions.
 
Fraternally and appreciatively,
Stephen Carlson, Worshipful Master, Denver Lodge No.5

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Stated Communications:

Our meetings are held the first and third Thursdays of each month and typically dinner will be served at 6:30pm with Lodge following at 7:30pm.

 

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Every Wednesday Night 6:30 pm to 8:30pm

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March 2025 Trestleboard

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Greetings from the East!As we welcome March, we also welcome a season of balance. The Vernal Equinox is on March 20th which marks a moment of perfect balance, when day and night are both equal. It’s a reminder of the balance we seek in our own lives and in our Masonic journeys. Spring is also a time of renewal—nature begins to wake up, and so can we. It’s the perfect opportunity to reflect, refresh, and renew our commitments, both to ourselves and to each other.

With the days getting longer and the air warmer, let’s take inspiration from the season and strive for balance. Like the changing seasons, we also have moments to grow and evolve. Let’s use the coming of springtime to pause, appreciate the progress we’ve made, and look forward to possibilities ahead.

Whether you’re delaying the start of spring cleaning or the enjoying the excitement of March Madness (no judgments if your bracket’s already in bad shape), let’s remember that this season is about more than just chores, games, or weather—it’s a chance for all of us to reset and find the balance we need to keep moving forward.

We look forward to seeing you at our meetings next month, where we can continue our journey together and support one another in this season of renewal.

Fraternally and appreciatively,
Stephen Carlson

A Look At What’s Ahead

Thursday 02/20 – Stated Communication – Visitation from Nevada Lodge No.4 and a talk about their history and Masonry in Colorado
Tuesday 02/25 – We will be our first “Gunsmoke” social event! We’ll start at the firing range and then head to a cigar lounge for refreshments and good company. There are limited spaces left so please let me know if you’re interested in more details.
Thursday, 03/06 – Our Stated Communication, originally scheduled to take place at Eastern Star Retirement Home for EA degrees, will now be held back at the Welton St. building to ensure a better experience for our candidates. Dinner will still be at our usual time, 6:30 PM, and we’ll keep it simple with pizza. The degrees will follow at 7:30 PM. (Officers, please plan to arrive by 5:30 PM for an early opening.) Please RSVP here in advance so we can finalize the headcount for food. 
Saturday 03/15 – Colorado DeMolay is going to be hosting a Senior DeMolay night at Park Hill Masonic Lodge (4819 Montview Blvd, Denver CO, 80207) on Saturday March 15th from 6:00 pm-8:45 pm. The evening will consist of a dinner, a DeMolay degree put on by Senior DeMolays, and a silent auction. Tickets cost $30, and all the proceeds will go to the organization A Child’s Song. The link to RSVP is here – https://forms.gle/K2VAfKX5Bc45dKAv7
Thursday 03/20 – Our Stated Communication will be back to the usual time and place. Please join us to hear a talk from Junior Warden Troy Greig around the topic of Clandestine Masons. It should be a very interesting topic followed by great engaging discussion.

Lodge Officers 2025

  • Worshipful Master – Stephen Carlson
  • Senior Warden – James Warner
  • Junior Warden – Troy Greig
  • Treasurer – Josh Ruegsegger, P.M.
  • Secretary – Mike Scott, P.M.
  • Senior Deacon – Conner Gould
  • Junior Deacon – Adrian Fulle, P.M.
  • Senior Steward – Donald Stewart
  • Junior Steward – Max Petersen
  • Marshal – Kevin Trabert, P.M.
  • Chaplain – Van Troi Perozo, P.M.
  • Tiler – Jim Weeks, P.M.
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February 2025 Trestleboard

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Greetings from the East!

As we get ready to move into February, which is traditionally a month filled with expressions of romantic love, it’s a good time to pause and reflect on the type of love that truly unites us as Masons – Brotherly Love.

Romantic love with all its intensity can be wonderful, but it’s often fleeting, conditional, and can quickly change with circumstances. Sometimes even the best of intentions get tested and fail. But Brotherly Love is something far stronger. It’s the kind of love that is rooted in respect, care, and an unwavering commitment to support each other through whatever challenges life may throw our way.

As Masons, we share a bond that’s built not on temporary emotions, but on something much more enduring. Brotherly Love means standing by each other through thick and thin. It’s about helping each other grow, lifting each other up when we’re down, and celebrating together when things are good. It’s not about what we can get from one another, but what we can give.

As we navigate the chocolate isles, flower stores, dinner plans, and all the other reminders of romantic love next month, let’s all take a moment to remember the special kind of love we have for one another as Brothers. It’s a love that doesn’t fade or vanish. It is strong, dependable, and rooted in the shared belief that we’re all in this together. As Masons, men, and as a Lodge

I encourage you all in February to not only reflect on what Brotherly Love means, but to live it out each day. Let’s be the brothers who show up for one another, who lend a helping hand, and who treat each other with the kind of respect and care that truly reflects the values that our Lodge stands for.

Fraternally and appreciatively,
Stephen Carlson
Worshipful Master
Denver Lodge No.5
Stephen.P.Carlson@gmail.com

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Stated Communications:

Our meetings are held the first and third Thursdays of each month and typically dinner will be served at 6:30pm with Lodge following at 7:30pm.

Feb 6th – Stated Communication- Short Talk: “Light” – Adrian Fulle, J.D., P.M.
Feb 20th – Stated Communication – Proficiency – MM – Visitation from Nevada 4- Short Talk: History of Nevada 4

Posting:

Every Wednesday Night 6:30 pm to 8:30pm

Upcoming Events in February

Lodge Officers – 2025
Worshipful Master – Stephen Carlson
Senior Warden – James Warner
Junior Warden – Troy Greig
Treasurer – Josh Ruegsegger, P.M.
Secretary – Mike Scott, P.M.
Senior Deacon – Conner Gould
Junior Deacon – Adrian Fulle, P.M.
Senior Steward – Donald Stewart
Junior Steward – Max Petersen
Marshal – Kevin Trabert, P.M.
Chaplain – Van Troi Perozo, P.M.
Tiler – Jim Weeks, P.M.

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September 2024 Trestleboard

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Greetings From the East!

I hope you are enjoying Summer and making great memories with your family and friends.  As we come back to Lodge in September, I am very excited for the events we have planned!

At our first meeting on September 5th, we will be hosting a joint communication with Douglas Lodge #153.  We have some Fellowcraft proficiencies on the agenda, so I hope you join us to see all the hard work our brothers put into their proficiencies.  We will also be having Masonic Trivia this evening hosted by WB Scott Bates. There will be prizes to give away so come test your Masonic knowledge!

For our second meeting on September 19th, Denver Royal Arch Chapter No 2 of the York Rite will be coming to put on the Mark Master degree in our lodge.  This is a fantastic opportunity to receive the initial degree of the York Rite for free!  This meeting will only be open to Master Masons, and I invite all Master Masons to attend and see the work of Denver RA Chapter No 2.

As the summer comes to a close, I hope you can reflect on how you spent your time this summer, and how the lessons taught in Masonry were able to influence you in your actions and interactions with those around you.  I look forward to seeing you in September!

My Best to all of you, my Brethren,

Joshua Ruegsegger
Worshipful Master 2024
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February 2024

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Greetings from the East!

As January comes to a close, I hope all of you have had a good start to your year.  Last month we initiated brother Drew Turner and brother Jason Keeler.  It was a great night and I hope it was a memorable experience for both Drew and Jason.  I enjoyed seeing all of the brothers who came to lodge and were there to support our new EAs.

This month we will have plenty to discuss in lodge as we continue to look forward to the new year and all that we would like to accomplish.  The first meeting this Thursday, February 1st, will have a presentation on a short talk bulletin by bother Bro Sr Deacon Troy and Bro Jr Deacon Conner.  I look forward to both of their presentations as they share a part of Freemasonry they find impactful.  Please be sure to RSVP for dinner here.

In our second on February 15th, we will be raising brother Eli and Max to the sublime degree of a Master Mason.  We will be opening the Lodge at 5:30 PM to cover any bus I encourage all brothers who can attend to join us and make this a memorable event.  I am still putting the cast list together, and if you are interested in being a part of this degree, please let me know. Please RSVP for dinner here.

I look forward to seeing you all in lodge this month as we progress through the beginning part of the year.  My hope is that you will come to lodge to strengthen our fraternal bond, and I encourage you all to think about how Masonry makes us better men.

My best to all of you, my Brethren

Joshua Ruegsegger

Worshipful Master 2024

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