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A Step Forward: New Fellowcraft Masons of Lodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie
The brethren of Lodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie extend their warmest congratulations to Brothers Brandon Gibson, Albert Guthmann, Adam Benjamin, and Frank Fu on their advancement within the Craft. On April 10, 2026, each was duly passed to the degree of Fellowcraft Mason, marking an important milestone in their Masonic journey. This significant step reflects not only their...Read MoreA Night of Appreciation: Ladies Night Dinner at Altitude @ 37
Lodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie recently hosted its Ladies Night Dinner on March 14th at the elegant Altitude @ 37, providing a beautiful setting high above Waikīkī for an evening dedicated to appreciation, fellowship, and celebration. With its sweeping views and refined atmosphere, the venue offered the perfect backdrop for this cherished annual tradition. The evening brought...Read MoreA Legacy of Light: VW Silverio F. Montalbo, PDDGM Installed as Worshipful Master of Manila Lodge No. 1
In a ceremony rich with symbolism, tradition, and deep personal meaning, VW Silverio F. Montalbo, PDDGM was formally installed as Worshipful Master of Manila Lodge No. 1 under the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the Philippines, Free & Accepted Masons. The installation marked not only a significant milestone in his distinguished Masonic journey, but also a powerful moment of legacy, as his...Read MoreHonoring Quiet Service and Lasting Impact: Lodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie Presents the Hiram and McKee Awards
Lodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie recently had the distinct honor of recognizing two extraordinary brethren whose lifelong dedication to Freemasonry exemplifies its highest ideals. In a meaningful and heartfelt ceremony, the lodge presented Brother Donald Orton with the Hiram Award and Brother William “Pete” Holsomback with the McKee Award—two of the highest honors bestowed by the...Read MoreHonoring Tradition, Advancing Legacy: Lodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie’s 2026 Installation of Officers
In a ceremony rich with tradition and history, Lodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie convened its 2026 Annual Installation of Officers, reaffirming its enduring commitment to the timeless principles of Freemasonry. As the first Masonic Lodge chartered in the Hawaiian Islands, Lodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie holds a singular and revered place in Hawaiʻi’s Masonic and cultural history....Read MoreAloha and Honor: Lodge Le Progres de l’Oceanie Celebrates King Kalākaua’s 189th Birthday
Lodge Le Progres de l’Oceanie had the distinct privilege of participating in a truly memorable occasion: the celebration of King David Kalākaua’s 189th birthday, held on Sunday, November 16, 2025… Read MoreLodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie Bestows Hiram Award upon Worshipful Brother Timothy K.S. Yuen
Lodge Le Progrès de l’Océanie is proud to share that Worshipful Brother Timothy K.S. Yuen has been honored with the Hiram Award, the highest recognition a lodge can bestow upon a Mason in Hawaii. This distinguished honor, awarded under the authority of the Grand Lodge of Hawaii… Read MoreIn Loving Memory of Worshipful Brother Jeffrey Atherton Low, Past Master
It is with a heavy heart yet with deep gratitude that I write these words in remembrance of the late Worshipful Brother Jeffrey Atherton Low — a Mason, mentor, and friend whose life and example left an indelible mark upon my journey and upon the fabric of our fraternity here in Hawaii… Read MoreLodge Le Progres de l’Oceanie Recognized as a 2025 Storm Water HERO for Community Clean-Up Efforts
Lodge Le Progres de l’Oceanie was recently honored with the 2025 Storm Water HERO Award by the Storm Water Quality Division of the City and County of Honolulu for its dedication to environmental stewardship through the “Adopt the Block” clean-up program. Launched in October 2021, this initiative reflects the Lodge’s commitment to keeping Honolulu’s neighborhoods clean...Read More
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