Most Worshipful Brother Charles Sterling Hughes, Past Grand Master, has laid down his earthly working tools and entered the Celestial Lodge above on Sunday, January 18, 2026 after a sustained and prolonged illness. Clinton Lodge No. 287 will open at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, January 21st for the Masonic Funeral Rites. Visitation will be from 10:00 – 11:00 AM at Asbury United Methodist Church in Ozark and the Funeral with Masonic Rites will be at 11:00 AM. Lunch will be served at the church afterwards. Please keep his entire family in your devotions.

January 12, 2026

Grand Orator Visits

As Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of Alabama, it is my pleasure and responsibility to assist the Grand Master in making public addresses. In addition to formal orations and ceremonial duties, I am available and willing to visit subordinate Lodges to offer presentations on non-historical Masonic topics that encourage reflection, discussion, and personal improvement.

These presentations may include themes such as leadership, character, symbolism, moral philosophy, civic responsibility, and the practical application of Masonic principles in daily life. My goal in visiting your Lodge would be to support the work of the Craft by fostering thoughtful engagement and strengthening the fraternal bonds that unite us. If your Lodge would find value in such a visit, please feel free to reach out to me to discuss scheduling and possible topics.

S&F,

Right Worshipful Daniel W. Robinson, Grand Orator

January 2026

MW Brother Charles Sterling Hughes, PGM

Grand Orator Visits