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San Francisco Lodge No. 120 F. & A. M.
April 2021
Stated Meeting
1 st Thursday of the Month
7:30 PM
855 Brotherhood Way
San Francisco, CA 94132
Albert S. Cua
Master
(650) 580-9367
alcua@yahoo.com
Thomas C. Chavez, P.M.
Secretary
(650) 878-7065
Sfl120.secretary@outlook.com
Allan Nubla, P.M.
Inspector 141 st Masonic District
(650) 992-4684
Allan9128@comcast.net

2021 Lodge Officers
Albert S. Cua (Lynn)
Master
Rufo M. Macaraeg, Jr., P.M., H.A. (Vem)
Senior Warden
Joey P. Elacion (Suzanne)
Junior Warden
Edmond M. Lim, P.M., H.A. (Annette)
Treasurer
Thomas C. Chavez, P.M., H.A. (Angie)
Secretary
Reynaldo A. Aralar, Jr. (Ayleen)
Chaplain
Jerry M. Verzosa, P.M.
Assistant Secretary
Mario Angelo U. Esteban (Leslie)
Senior Deacon
Donato T. Lara (Flor)
Junior Deacon
Salvador C. Tandoc (Candace)
Marshal
Andrew Odelan B. Avides (Mel)
Senior Steward
Emannuel Borja (Vernadette)
Junior Steward
Scott Sinor (Carrie)
Tiler
Edwin Del Rosario, P.M., H.A. (Maria)
Officer’s Coach
(650) 580-9367
alcua@yahoo.com
(650) 274-9296
rufomacjr@gmail.com
(415) 672-9667
joeyj8675@aol.com
(415) 786-2996
edlim48@yahoo.com
(650) 878-7065
sfl120.secretary@outlook.com
(510) 931-0137
r_aralar@yahoo.com
jv69okey@aol.com
(650) 296-8667
marioangeloesteban@gmail.com
(209) 640-4941
dtlara@gmail.com
(415) 368-8682
tandoc@hotmail.com
(415) 672-2641
aavides727@yahoo.com
(415) 404-8460
erborja28@yahoo.com
(415) 699-2232
nocandoo@sbcglobal.net
(650) 303-6671
edd_209@hotmail.com
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Trustees
George Sardonis – Chairman
Fady Zoubi – member
Miguel Cheng – member
James Davis – member
Rufo Macaraeg, Jr. – member
Committees
Alternates:
Frank Loui, PGM
Sam Yee
Leonard Froomin, P.M.
Charity:
Albert Cua – Master
Rufo Macaraeg, Jr., P.M., H.A.
Joey P. Elacion – Junior Warden
Retention:
Thomas C. Chavez, P.M., H.A. – Secretary
Jerry, Verzosa, P.M., H.A. – Assistant
Secretary
Dennis Silva – member
Macaraeg, Jr., P.M., H.A. – member
Candidate’s Coach:
Rufo Macaraeg, Jr., H.A. – Chairman
Mario Angelo U. Esteban, SD – Head Coach
Scott Sinor – member
Andrew B. Avides – member
Salvador C. Tandoc – member
Edward Vega – member
Sunshine:
Larry Laidlaw, P.M., H.A. – Chairman
Reynaldo Aralar, Jr. – member
Rufo Macaraeg, Jr. P.M. – member
Funeral Masters:
Edwin Del Rosario, P.M., H.A.
Richard Modolo, P.M., H.A.
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From the East:
Greetings my Brethren,
Charity comes in many shapes and form - something
FreeMasonry underscores each year during Public Schools
Month.
This year, as the fraternity celebrates the historic 100th
anniversary of Charles Adams’s 1920 Public Schools Week
proclamation, we will continue our pledge to donate to our
public schools. Our unwavering commitment to support public
school will always stay as a priority goal of our lodge.
I would like to thank our March guest speaker. Most
Worshipful John L. Cooper III, PGA for an illuminating
presentation on the Origins of Free Masonry. This coming April
8, at 7pm please join us in another informative evening with
guest speaker, Worshipful Brother Edwin Del Rosario on his
topic on “how to become a Mason”. A zoom link is attached on
our trestleboard.
Our heartfelt congratulations to our Golden Veteran Awardee (50 Years) Brother Martin Ernest Harband who
was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason on July 15, 1971.
We had a very busy and productive first quarter at San Francisco Lodge 120. Although we didn’t meet in
person, our charity committee and members retention committee has been working very hard in updating our
member profile, checking on their well-being and revisiting member dues with them.
I am very excited to roll out the Grand Lodge’s new project which is the Sister Lodge Initiative in 2021. This
initiative was launched by past Grand Master John Trauner and being continued by Grand Master Arthur
Weiss. It is set out to pair lodges in a relationship meant to encourage camaraderie between brothers from
disparate parts of the state. With this goal in mind, we are seeking lodges which we can pair with. This is a
wonderful opportunity for all of us to expand our horizons and get to know more brothers.
Until then- Stay Healthy and Stay Safe!
Sincerely & Fraternally,
Albert Cua, Master
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From the West:
Brethren,
Happy Easter... Happy Passover and Happy
Ramadan!!!
The Month of April means Spring-time is here. A
season of new beginnings and hopefully the end of
the pandemic and the hardships it has brought to
us all. Let us always stay healthy and safe
Brethren. We hope to see you all in person soon.
Fraternally,
Rufo A. Macaraeg Jr. PM
Senior WardenGreetings Brethren,
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From the South:
Greetings from the South:
This was a great turn out of attendance at our
March 4th Stated Zoom Meeting, as we
continue with this shelter in place during in
2021. In March, we would have been
celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in the lodge and to
celebrate with our significant other and having
Corn Beef and Cabbage.
In celebrating of St. Patrick’s Day. Brethren, I
truly hope that you enjoyed the 20 dollar gift
card from Panera that I sent you and that you
had made use of it. Enjoy and take time to
celebrate the occasion with that special person. As you will know, Zoom Meetings
is the only way for us to be seen and celebrate together as brothers and family. I
encourage each and every one of you to attend our Stated Zoom Meeting and give
support to our Worshipful Master Albert Cua as well to our San Francisco Lodge
120 Free And Accepted Masons.
Fraternally,
Joey P. Elacion, Junior Warden
Cell: 415-672-9667
Email: joeyj8675@aol.com
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From the Secretary:
Greetings Brethren,
One year had passed and we survived with this
Pandemic. Now that everyone had their
second Vaccine shots, I am hoping that we will
meet face to face and back to normal very
soon.
I would like to thank the Retention and
Restoration Committees for helping me in
mailing out the notices. Without you, it would
probably take some time for me to clean-up
the delinquencies. Though, not all of them
would have the ability to pay their arrears at
least now they’re calling to update their
profile.
Brethren, a brotherly reminder, continue to wear your facemask, wash your hands,
and follow the social distancing. Take care you all and remain safe and healthy!
Fraternally yours,
Thomas C. Chavez, PM
Secretary
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EVENTS
STATED MEETING
SF120 March 2021 Stated Meeting
Time: Apr 1, 2021 07:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Clink on the link below to join the: Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85625693799?pwd=RnY0S0ZiamJN
WnRybEd3WWRhV25CQT09
Alternatively, you may enter the meeting ID and Passcode in
zoom to join the meeting:
Meeting ID: 856 2569 3799
Passcode: SF120
Let’s Write the Future Campaign
Brothers, we have a special treat.
The California Masonic Foundation has created this video that I would like to share with you
now. It is a thank you for the Let’s Write The Future Campaign. It is a good introduction to the
philanthropic programs that we support state wide, and it should make us all feel proud of the
impact we are having as Masons.
Click on the link below:
https://vimeo.com/527478073/0a6b6caece
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Join us, 7pm (PST) Thursday, April 8, 2021 for another educational presentation.
Everyone is invited, masons or non-masons.
Feel free to share the invite to SF120 petitioners and those who may want to learn of the
craft.
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SF120 TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEAM
Sf120.tech.help@outlook.com
PURPOSE:
As San Francisco 120 move to holding lodge business virtually, following the Grand Lodge instructions as
brought about by COVID-19 pandemic, it is our desire to make this a smooth a transition as possible, ensure
that you are admitted into the meeting and promote a pleasant user experience for all.
Towards this goal, we are providing the below information/instruction to respond to basic questions;
guidelines; expectations; instructions and availability of technical support to each of you:
DEVICE YOU NEED TO CONNECT TO ZOOM:
a) Computer/Laptop; or
Minimum specifications: 386 Operating System or greater. The more RAM memory the better.
Minimum of 4gig.
b) Smartphone
INSTRUCTIONS ON SETTING UP ZOOM ON YOUR DEVICE:
Computer/Laptop; or
https://zoom.us/support/download. Download the app, follow the instructions and set-up
your zoom account using your first name and last name
Smartphone app install:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljbD3hnqyXU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z16EQnJk2GU
Download the zoom app on your phone. Follow the instructions and set-up your account using
your first name and last name.
ZOOM Tutorials and Help Center:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-video-tutorials
Join the Meeting, Scheduling a meeting with Zoom Website, Meeting Controls, Scheduling a
meeting with Google Calendar, Schedule a meeting with Outlook, and so on.
All about ZOOM Webinar
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LOGGING INTO (ZOOM) FOR THE FIRST TIME:
Ensure you have a registered account in zoom with your first and last name. The lodge, on official meetings,
will send the zoom link to meeting invitees along with the event Meeting ID and Passcode.
You may enter the meeting simply by clicking on the link or opening the zoom app on your laptop or
smartphone and entering the “Meeting ID” and “Passcode” provided.
If you have installed the Zoom application, click “Join”
1) Enter the meeting ID 2) Type your Full Name
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3) Enter the Meeting Code 4) Click “Join Meeting”
Upon entering Zoom, you will automatically be entered onto the “waiting room”. The Technical Support
Team will validate your credentials and admit you into the meeting as soon as possible. If you log on without
your first and last name, we will not be able to validate you. We ask that you log-out and log back-in with
your full name for admission.
If possible, use this format:
Full Name – Lodge number or Guest
Example: “Joe Mason – SF120” or “John Doe – Guest”
ZOOM MEETING ETIQUETTE:
Upon admission we ask that you “mute” yourselves while allowing “video-on.” Depending on some
official/formal functions, where certain decorum is expected, we may ask you to “mute” yourselves or “turnoff”
your video. If you wish to speak, it is desirable to raise your hand using the “Raise Hand” tab by clicking
“Reactions” located on the bottom right of your Zoom window, or if using a smartphone, “More” on the
bottom right of your screen, and wait for your name to be called.
If you have any document(s) to share to the Brethren, kindly inform any member of the Technical Support
Team prior to the meeting so we may accommodate appropriately.
iMEMBER 2.0:
The Grand Lodge of California rolled-out iMember 2.0 replacing iMember 1.0. As with iMember 1.0, iMember
2.0 houses all records pertaining to the lodge and brother mason member information. If you have not visited
iMember 2.0, we encourage you to do so as soon as possible to update your personal records. This will ensure
the lodge captures an accurate count of active members as well as maintain an accurate member information
allowing us to connect and check-in with you! A committee has been formed to clean-up the lodge member
roster along with member data. If we have not done so already, expect the team to be reaching out to you
soon.
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All Active Lodge Members are encouraged to register in iMember 2.0. Assistance is suitably provided.
With this campaign the lodge hopes to:
1) Ensure that the lodge maintains an accurate member roster for us to stay connected;
2) Ensure that member information remain current;
3) Ensure that we are able to reach out to brethren who may not have realized that they are no longer
active and would need to be reinstated in line with the reinstatement program initiated by the Grand
Lodge; as well as
4) Ensure that an accurate number of active member are reported to the Grand Lodge on an annual basis
as it impacts payment of member ‘per capita’.
REGISTERING/ACCESS TO iMEMBER 2.0:
iMember 2.0 is accessed by logging into the “For Members” area of http://freemasons.org. For members who
have not yet registered, click on member registration where you will be asked for your lodge number, member
ID (found on your dues card) and your last name. If you belong to more than one California lodge, you only
need to register once.
iMEMBER 2.0 Support:
You may contact the Grand Lodge Member Services directly via e-mail at: memberservices@freemason.org or
tel. (415) 292-9180. Alternatively you may reach out to any member of the TST Team for assistance.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE:
A. Day of Stated Meetings:
The Technical Support Team will be available (on a per appointment basis) to provide training and setup
instructions an hour prior to the stated meeting. Feel free to reach out to any member of the
Technical Support Team identified below.
B. Day prior to Stated Meetings:
The Technical Support Team will be available (on a per appointment basis) to provide training and setup
instructions a day prior to the stated meeting. Feel free to reach out to any member of the
Technical Support Team identified below between from 6:00 to 7:00pm.
This will enhance the technological communication among the brethren throughout Lodge SF120. Assist and
help connect those with limited access and/or a limited technological device to access and participate in our
Stated Meetings, Educational Meetings, Meet & Greet and other meetings, and update member records in
iMember 2.0 as requested by Worshipful Master of Lodge SF120. Suitable assistance will be provided through
the end of June 2021 and will be provided at any time upon request on a per appointment basis.
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MEET THE TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEAM:
Sf120.tech.help@outlook.com
Bro. Donnie Lara cell: (209) 640-4941
Bro. Scottie Sinor cell: (415) 699-2232
Bro. Jay-R Mansilungan cell: (415) 676-0657
Bro. Bong Aralar cell: (510) 931-0137
Bro. Sal Tandoc cell: (415) 368-8682
Bro. Gary Fontillas cell: (415) 412-6466 (for updating member information of lodge
database)
This is new for everyone. We ask for your patience, input, comments and suggestions to make this successful
implementation.
Donnie Lara Scott Sinor Jay-R Mansilungan
Reynaldo A. Aralar, Jr. Salvador C. Tandoc Gary Fontillas
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