Blue Glow

From the Worshipful Master

Oscar Ochoa

April arrives with the full spirit of spring. The earth is alive with growth, fresh color, and the promise of renewal. After the quiet months of winter, nature reminds us that patience and perseverance are always followed by new life and new opportunity.

In much the same way, our journey in Masonry calls us to continual growth. Each day presents us with chances to improve ourselves, to practice kindness, and to live by the principles we have promised to uphold. Like the seeds that quietly take root before they ever break the surface, the good works we perform often grow in ways we may never fully see.

Let this month serve as a reminder that every effort we make toward bettering ourselves and supporting our Brethren contributes to something greater. Through fellowship, charity, and faithful labor, we strengthen not only our Lodge but also the communities around us.

May the renewal we see in the world around us inspire renewal within ourselves, and may we continue to walk together in friendship, purpose, and light.

From the Secretary

Past Master David C. Berndt

Brethren,

As we move into a busy and exciting spring season, there are several important dates to mark on your calendars. From supporting our neighboring Lodges to honoring outstanding members of our community, your participation is what keeps our Lodge and our Fraternity strong. Please review the upcoming events below and make every effort to attend.

Our annual Community Awards Night is one of the most important ways we connect with and give back to the Sugar Land community. This year, we will be presenting our Scholarships, the Honesty and Integrity Awards, and the Community Builder Award.

These public award ceremonies are a reflection of our Lodge to the public. We strongly encourage a large Masonic turnout for this event. Please make every effort to be there in your aprons to support your Lodge, these hardworking students, and the dedicated community leaders we are honoring.

Note: Our Excellence in Education Award will be presented prior to our Stated Meeting on Monday, June 15, 2026, as our teacher honoree is unable to attend the May 13th ceremony.

Our Brothers over at Morton Lodge will be participating in Richmond’s Art in the Bend festival. They will be hosting a food booth and offering public tours of their historic Lodge building. Any Sugar Land Brethren who can spare some time to head over and help out would be greatly appreciated. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the festival, engage with the public, and show support for our neighboring Lodge.

For those Brethren looking to improve their ritual work or stand for examination, the Committee on Work has several upcoming Forums and Exams scheduled in our area.

• April 18, 2026 – Lake Jackson Lodge (Lake Jackson)

• April 25, 2026 – Sampson Lodge (Baytown)

• May 16, 2026 – Tarkington Prairie Lodge (Cleveland)

• May 23, 2026 – Park Place Lodge (Houston) – > Note: This is a Super Forum, No Exam.

• May 30, 2026 – Northwest Lodge (Spring)

• June 6, 2026 – Rosenberg Lodge (Rosenberg)

Brethren, your continued dedication and active participation are the very foundation of our Lodge's success. Whether we are honoring the pillars of our community, supporting our neighboring Lodges, or perfecting our work, we do it best when we do it together. I look forward to seeing many of you at these upcoming events.