Brethren:

Let me begin by first saying how grateful I am that you have elected me to be your Worshipful Master. I am indeed honored. I must thank each and every member who has helped me and encouraged me to go through the chairs and then encouraged me to go on to the East. In the beginning when I was approached for the first time, I said "I can't learn all that". Everyone said sure you can. The tremendous amount of help and encouragement from all my brothers made me realize fully what Masonry is all about, brothers helping brothers. In the coming year, I hope that I can put that trust to work and improve our Lodge even more. Please remember, it's not about the Worshipful Master, it's about everyone working as a team. I am sure that with the co-operation and dedication that we have had in the past from each and every member, we can all work together and have a very prosperous year. Again thank you all.

Fraternally

Darrel Decker, W.M.