Our Lodge
About Rabboni Lodge
A brotherhood rooted in history, alive in the present.
Who We Are
Although all Masonic lodges govern themselves in the same way and promote the same fraternal tenets, each lodge is unique in its composition of members. So why Rabboni, and what can you expect from forming a lifetime friendship with our brothers?
Rabboni Lodge welcomes men from all generations and walks of life. We take great pride in our members who unceasingly give of their time, treasures, and talents to fulfill the tenets of Freemasonry. The meaningful lessons during our monthly meetings, the camaraderie shared during social events, and the commitment to helping others all contribute toward offering a unique satisfaction in time well spent.
We are considered one of the most active lodges in the 6th Masonic District and in 2022 were one of only nine lodges in the entire jurisdiction to receive the Grand Master's Award. Our lodge is recognized for excellent degree work, successful events, and a harmonious and genuinely fun mix of brothers from diverse ethnic, social, generational, and religious backgrounds.
We encourage you to consider Freemasonry as a means to make a difference in your life and in the lives of others. Rabboni Lodge would be honored to help you grow as a man and to leave a lasting legacy to others.
Our History
Freemasonry in Massachusetts dates back to 1733, when the fraternity made its way to Boston and then throughout America. At the corner of Boylston and Tremont streets in Boston stands the Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts, which governs thirty districts and hundreds of lodges. Famous Massachusetts Masons include Paul Revere, Joseph Warren, and Samuel Adams. The gift of Freemasonry is timeless, and its traditions have remained constant in a constantly changing world.
Rabboni Lodge was born in that tradition. In 1868, as the Civil War had ended, railroads and industries were being built, and steamships were landing over 20,000 immigrants on Boston's docks each year, fourteen Freemasons met to discuss the possibility of establishing a new Masonic lodge in the thriving South Boston area. It was a typically American gathering: a merchant trader, sailmaker, machinist, manufacturer, oil refiner, lumber dealers, horticulturalist, insurance agent, undertaker, and clerk. The Grand Master granted the dispensation on January 11, 1869, and Rabboni Lodge was created.
A Connection to Paul Revere
Among Rabboni Lodge's early members was William B. Revere, grandson of Paul Revere, who had himself laid the cornerstone of the Massachusetts State House in 1795. At a Rabboni Lodge meeting, William Revere spoke words that still resonate today:
“These are suspicious days when the Arts and Sciences are establishing themselves in this happy Country, distinguished from the rest of the world by being a government of laws; where liberty has found a safe and secure abode. May we, my Brethren, so square our actions through life as to show the world of mankind that we mean to live within the compass of good citizenship and that we wish to stand upon a level with them.”
The spirit that moved Paul Revere to become a Mason was the same that moves every man who seeks Masonic knowledge properly: a constructive desire to perfect himself in manly virtues and to find a field for the exercise of the fraternal instinct. That spirit lives in Rabboni Lodge today.
From Boston to Westwood
Rabboni Lodge has met in many homes over the years, from South Boston to Downtown Boston, Dorchester, Milton, and today in Westwood. This lodge has seen the cobblestones of much of Boston and provided membership to men who helped build the foundation of this city before and after American independence.
Today, Rabboni Lodge meets at 655 High Street in Westwood, Massachusetts, part of the 6th Masonic District of the Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts. We are proud of how far we have traveled and equally proud of where we stand today.
655 High Street, Westwood, Massachusetts
Giving Back
Freemasonry has always held charity as one of its core tenets, and Rabboni Lodge takes that commitment seriously. Our members give not just financially but personally, showing up for their communities in ways that make a real difference.
The following reflects the charitable work supported by Rabboni Lodge and our members:
- Blood and platelet donations
- Annual clothing drive
- Family adoption during the holiday season, providing gifts and a holiday dinner to families in need
- Toys for Teens during the holiday season
- College scholarships for deserving students
- Run to Home Base, supporting the healing of invisible wounds of war for post-9/11 veterans and their families
- Habitat for Humanity
- Care packages for deployed soldiers
- F1 Racing Night at F1 Boston, with proceeds benefiting the Rabboni Lodge Charitable Fund
This is who we are. We believe that becoming a better man means contributing to something larger than yourself.
Meet the brothers
The men of Rabboni Lodge
What brought you to Freemasonry?
The persistent urging of a good friend who is a longtime member
What does being a Mason mean to you in one sentence?
Joining in an ancient tradition of seeking and learning in an atmosphere of brotherhood and support.
Coffee or tea, and how?
Coffee, black!
What brought you to Freemasonry?
The short answer is, a friend brought me in, but that would be a very underwhelming response. I was driven by cusiosity initially, but later on through investigation, asking questions and talking to friends who are members, I discovered many aspects that are important to me. The most important one being charity. Freemasons are by far the most charitbale institution in the world and the work being done for the community and people in need is unparalleled.
What does being a Mason mean to you in one sentence?
A great sense of belonging, my extended family, who does incredible things for the community and people in need.
What is something most people do not know about you?
I enjoy playing and following chess
What brought you to Freemasonry?
I was baptized at the Roslindale Congregational Church, which was gathered in 1890. Men from the church were instrumental in forming Prospect Lodge, which was chartered in the same year and also in Roslindale. The church continued a long tradition of men belonging to both, one of whom was Bruce Marshall who recommended I join Prospect Lodge and sponsored me. I later affiliated with Rabboni Lodge to expand my close Masonic relationships.
What does being a Mason mean to you in one sentence?
Through the tenets of brotherly love, relief, and truth, Freemasonry provides a means to improve myself in all my roles, while associating with like-minded men whom I can trust and will support me during times of uncertainty.
Morning person or night owl, and what do you do with that time?
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