ABOUT EGL
The Most Worshipful Ezekiel Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, located in Jersey City, NJ. Established in 2006 with the sole purpose of providing a place where the practice of good and true freemasonry could reside.
EGL PHILOSOPHY
As Masons, our philosophy and mission are simple, we believe in uplifting our members and communities through the fellowship of like minds focusing on a common goal while becoming better men and outstanding contributors to society.
EGL AFFILIATED DEPARTMENTS
The system of Freemasonry consists of various lessons, ceremonies, and rituals where one can advance to higher degrees.
Royal Arch Mason
Lodge of Perfection
Encampment of Knights Templar
Consistory of the Sublime Princes
Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine
Conclave Council of Inspector General
EGL OFFICERS | STAFF
M.W. Grand Master
Bro. Felix Berfet
R.W. Deputy GM
Bro. Wayne Bryant
R.W. Grand Sr. Warden
Bro. Val Knight
R.W. Grand Jr. Warden
Bro. Isaac Holiday
R.W. Grand Treasurer
Hon. Stephen Swinton 33°
R.W. Grand Secretary
Bro. Edward Sims
R.W. Grand Chaplain
Hon. Eben Myers 33°
R.W. Grand Jr. Deacon
Bro. Christopher Hamilton
R.W. Grand Marshall
Hon. Kernal Thomas 33º
R.W. Grand Tyler
Bro. Rafael Mitchell 32°
R.W. Grand Trustee
Ill. Lloyd Newberry 33°
R.W. Grand Advisor
Hon. Willie Beachem 33°
PAST GRAND MASTERS
2006-2010
Hon. John Henson 33°
2010-2014
Hon. Alvin Sims 32°
2014-2016
Hon. Stephen Swinton 33°
2016-2019
Hon. Kernal Thomas 33°
2019-2020
Hon. Eben Myers 33°
EZEKIEL GRAND LODGE | A BRIEF HISTORY
On January 28, 2006 Ezekiel Grand Lodge was established as a Sovereign Grand Lodge for the State of New Jersey. The mission was to build a stronger fraternity based on “Truth” and “Brotherly Love”. The first Grand Master was the Hon. John L. Henson 33° and the organizing lodges were as follows: Unity Lodge No. 1 (Newark), Eureka Lodge No. 2 (Newark), King David Lodge No. 7 (Jersey City), and Ebenezer Lodge No. 4 (Englewood).
The Grand Lodge was incorporated January 16, 2007. In July 2009 Ezekiel Grand Lodge was a founding member of the Original John G. Jones General Grand Masonic Congress of Grand Masters A.F. & A.M. of the United Sates of America and Canada, Inc. and Supreme Grand Chapter, Order of Easter Star and hosted the inauguration and installation in the state of New Jersey.