2022 Lodge Officers
Freemasonry is a organization that practices the ideals of democracy, principally electing its leadership. Lodge officers are voted upon by the membership, usually yearly, to guide the Lodge in its business and charitable work.
Masonic lodges are led by a Worshipful Master. The Worshipful Master is elected by the Lodge to govern over any business that may come before the Lodge during his year. The term “Worshipful Master” is not a religious term. It in fact, derives from the judicial system in England. The meaning is translated as either “highly respected leader” or “honored leader.”
The Worshipful Master is assisted by two senior elected officers, the Senior and Junior Wardens. These elected officers assist the Worshipful Master in any duties that may arise. The Wardens may be expected to stand in for the Worshipful Master if he can not be present at a Lodge’s stated business meeting. The Deacon positions are sometimes the start of a member’s progression into the elected officer line, though each Lodge has different customs on where the elected line starts. This includes Singleton, where our Deacons are appointed. The Stewards assist the Wardens and typically provide the refreshment for Lodge events and meetings.
The Secretary position is usually reserved for a previous Worshipful Master, a "Past Master", because they are required to know and understand the codes and rules of the Grand Lodge in which the Lodge resides. The Treasurer is the financial keeper of the Lodge and its monetary assets. The Marshal escorts guests while they are within the Lodge and the Chaplain provides encouragement and support to lodge members. The Tiler (or Tyler) is required to be outside the Lodge room for large portions of the meeting, as he is charged with examining the Masonic credentials of anyone wishing to enter the Lodge, and keeping non-Masons from entering Masonic meetings.
The elected and appointed officers of William R. Singleton Hope Lebanon Lodge #7 for the 2022 Masonic Year are:
Freemasonry is a organization that practices the ideals of democracy, principally electing its leadership. Lodge officers are voted upon by the membership, usually yearly, to guide the Lodge in its business and charitable work.
Masonic lodges are led by a Worshipful Master. The Worshipful Master is elected by the Lodge to govern over any business that may come before the Lodge during his year. The term “Worshipful Master” is not a religious term. It in fact, derives from the judicial system in England. The meaning is translated as either “highly respected leader” or “honored leader.”
The Worshipful Master is assisted by two senior elected officers, the Senior and Junior Wardens. These elected officers assist the Worshipful Master in any duties that may arise. The Wardens may be expected to stand in for the Worshipful Master if he can not be present at a Lodge’s stated business meeting. The Deacon positions are sometimes the start of a member’s progression into the elected officer line, though each Lodge has different customs on where the elected line starts. This includes Singleton, where our Deacons are appointed. The Stewards assist the Wardens and typically provide the refreshment for Lodge events and meetings.
The Secretary position is usually reserved for a previous Worshipful Master, a "Past Master", because they are required to know and understand the codes and rules of the Grand Lodge in which the Lodge resides. The Treasurer is the financial keeper of the Lodge and its monetary assets. The Marshal escorts guests while they are within the Lodge and the Chaplain provides encouragement and support to lodge members. The Tiler (or Tyler) is required to be outside the Lodge room for large portions of the meeting, as he is charged with examining the Masonic credentials of anyone wishing to enter the Lodge, and keeping non-Masons from entering Masonic meetings.
The elected and appointed officers of William R. Singleton Hope Lebanon Lodge #7 for the 2022 Masonic Year are:
Worshipful Master - Michael Trott
Worshipful Master Michael Trott joined William R. Singleton-Hope-Lebanon Lodge #7 in 2003. He was the co-chair of the Education Committee for several years. He was also active on the Temple Association and Work & Lecture Committee. Michael is a member of several appendant bodies including the Scottish Rite and York Rite. Worshipful Brother Trott’s passion is Masonic education and teaching the ritual, and its deeper meanings, to new Masons. He also enjoys degree work and mentoring new Masons. A father of two, he currently resides in Northern Virginia.
Worshipful Master Michael Trott joined William R. Singleton-Hope-Lebanon Lodge #7 in 2003. He was the co-chair of the Education Committee for several years. He was also active on the Temple Association and Work & Lecture Committee. Michael is a member of several appendant bodies including the Scottish Rite and York Rite. Worshipful Brother Trott’s passion is Masonic education and teaching the ritual, and its deeper meanings, to new Masons. He also enjoys degree work and mentoring new Masons. A father of two, he currently resides in Northern Virginia.
Senior Warden - Andrew Uhlman
Brother Uhlman is a Lewis Mason (the son of a Mason) and was raised a Master Mason in 2015 in New England Lodge #4 in Ohio, the oldest Masonic lodge west of the Allegheny Mountains. He affiliated with William R. Singleton-Hope-Lebanon Lodge #7 in 2017 and has since become an active member in his position of Senior Warden. Brother Uhlman is also active in the Scottish Rite and the York Rite. Brother Uhlman grew up in Ohio and attended Denison University, where he studied biology and was a proud brother of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. He moved to the Washington, DC area to conduct medical research at the National Institutes of Health. Brother Uhlman plans to continue his education in a medical scientist training program and receive the M.D.-Ph.D. degree which will provide him the opportunity to conduct translational research in the field of immunotherapy. In his free time, Brother Uhlman enjoys golfing, fishing, and spending quality time with family and friends. |
Junior Warden - John Cummings
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Secretary – Michael P. Reid
Brother Michael Reid has served multiple roles in William R. Singleton-Hope-Lebanon Lodge #7, including Marshal, Senior Steward, Community Service Committee Chair, and Temple Association Representative. During his several years as the Community Service Committee Chair, he organized numerous hands-on community service events, including a community tree planting that resulted in more than 100 volunteers planning trees in the neighborhood around the Lodge. More than 5 years later, the community enjoys the transformed park that is home to more than 30 mature and thriving trees. He has received the Mason of the Year award twice. Brother Reid was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and, after 10 years living here, considers the Washington, D.C. area home. Much of this is because of the close friendships he has developed though his experiences with Freemasonry. He has a bachelor’s degree from Denison University, in Granville, Ohio, and a master’s Degree from Duquesne University, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar and brewing his own beer. |
Treasurer - Peter W. Brusoe
Brother Peter W. Brusoe was initiated on October 27, 2003, passed on January 26, 2004, and raised on March 22, 2004 in Master's Lodge #5 in Albany, NY. He affiliated with William R. Singleton-Hope-Lebanon Lodge #7 in the fall of 2007. Brother Brusoe is active in a number of appendent bodies including Scottish Rite, York Rite, the Shrine, Ubar Grotto, and the Order of the Eastern Star. In addition to his involvement in Freemasonry, Brother Brusoe volunteers with the Woodley Park Community Association, St. Thomas Apostle Catholic Church, Everybody Wins! DC, Iona Senior Services and Martha’s Table. Brusoe is a proud alumnus of the University at Albany where he earned his bachelor’s degree and master’s degree, and American University where he earned a PhD in political science. |
Senior Deacon - Zachary Rubenfeld
Brother Rubenfeld was raised on July 28, 2018 in Fraternity Lodge No. 54 in the District of Columbia. He affiliated with William R. Singleton-Hope-Lebanon Lodge #7 in March 2019 and, later that year, the lodge presented him with the Mason of the Year award. Brother Rubenfeld grew up in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida and moved to the District of Columbia to work as a federal technology consultant after graduating with his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Florida Tech. He also serves as an officer in his mother lodge and as a representative to the Singleton Temple Association, St. John's Mite and MESH. |
Junior Deacon – Bilal H. Sleiman
Brother Sleiman was initiated into Freemasonry on April 3, 2014, passed on June 16, 2014, and raised on September 20, 2014 by William R. Singleton-Hope-Lebanon Lodge #7. Brother Sleiman was decorated with the New Mason of the Year Award. In addition to his membership with Singleton Lodge, Brother Sleiman is a Master of the Royal Secret – 32nd Degree member of Scottish Rite Valley of Washington, Orient of the District of Columbia and a founding member of DC's Al-Sharq Lodge #2020. As a Master Mason, Bro. Sleiman served William R. Singleton-Hope-Lebanon Lodge #7 in a variety of roles and positions including Tiler, Junior Steward, Junior Deacon, Co-Chair of Community Service-Outreach Committee, Co-Chair of the Social Committee as well as several masonic projects including the Lodge Website and Education Programs. Bro. Sleiman is the elected Representative of William R. Singleton-Hope-Lebanon Lodge #7 to the St. John’s Mite Association. Brother Sleiman has a long experience working with diplomatic missions in Washington, DC and NYC. He is a CIO and an entrepreneur. Bro. Sleiman is a proud alumnus of the George Washington University. He speaks English, Arabic, and French. He has been living in the DC metro area since 1999. Bro. Sleiman, his wife and 2 children are DC residents. |
Senior Steward - Jesse Ouellette
Born in Pennsylvania, Brother Ouellette was raised in New England having family ties in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Maine. He studied Political Science, Philosophy, and Pre-Law and, in 2011, received his Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, from Iona College in New Rochelle, NY. Thereafter, Bro. Ouellette lived and worked in New York City where he was Made, Passed, and Raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason at Socita Lodge No. 634, F.&A.M., New York, NY. In 2012, Bro. Ouellette moved to Washington, D.C. where he studied law. In 2012, Bro. Ouellette affiliated with William R. Singleton, Hope, Lebanon Lodge No. 7, F.A.A.M., eventually holding the office of Marshal. In 2015, Bro. Ouellette joined the Scottish Rite, Valley of Washington, Orient of the District of Columbia, Southern Jurisdiction of the United States, receiving the title of 32° Freemason. In 2016, Bro. Ouellette affiliated with The Eagle Lodge No. 1893, F.A.A.M., holding the office of Treasurer. In 2013, Bro. Ouellette received his commission in the United States Marine Corps and, in 2014, married his then-longtime girlfriend, Nicole. Bro. Ouellette received his Juris Doctor from The American University Washington College of Law in 2015 and passed the Virginia State Bar in October of the same year. In 2016, Bro. Ouellette received orders to active duty and, after being assigned to The Pentagon, was ordered to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California. |
Junior Steward - Ryan Christensen
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Chaplain - Anastasios Vassilas
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Tiler - Eric Antoine
Eric was raised at William R. Singleton-Hope Lebanon-Lodge #7 on January 31st, 2009. Shortly after becoming a Master Mason he moved to the Philippines where he spent almost ten years. Bro. Antoine has been in the Officers line since 2019. Eric was born and raised in Washington DC and attended the University of Maryland. He is heavily involved in sports, has a professional USSF coaching license and has been involved in the industry for over 24 years. Before returning to the United States he became a sports writer and media pundit on national television in the Philippines where he also coached in the country's first division and helped scout, recruit and transfer players from all over the world. He also did countless charitable work with underprivileged kids and hopes to continue doing the same here in Washington. |