Leadership

M.W.B. John Ferguson

Most Worshipful Brother John Ferguson was installed as the 158th Grand Master of Masons of Nebraska on Saturday, February 3, 2024.

Grand Master’s Address

I’m honored to be the 158th Grand Master of Masons of Nebraska. Masonry continues to serve a vital role in the development of men in our communities. Our ritual work establishes a foundation that can be continually built upon throughout a man’s life.

If you have visited this site wondering who we are, let me give you some insight. Masonry is the worlds oldest fraternal organization and we hold ourselves accountable to a strict code of ethics. We are men who focus on the task of bettering ourselves and each other. Dedicated Brothers continue to set a good example for our fraternity by living by the values they learned in our traditional degree ceremonies, which we commonly refer to as our ritual work.

As we progress through the degrees, the lessons of Masonry aid in the development of many meaningful relationships. We build close relationships with our fellow lodge brothers through continued mentorship and social interaction. Masons are actively involved in society, further building relationships with each other and within our communities. Together, Nebraska Masons raise thousands of dollars for local charities and dedicate countless volunteer hours.

Local lodges can be found in many communities across the state from Scottsbluff to Omaha and almost everywhere in between. We continue to seek out established, good men for our fraternity, and we pledge to do our part to help you grow. If you’re interested in joining us, I invite you to follow this link and take the first step on your Masonic journey!

2024-2025 Grand Lodge Officers

Back Row: WB Kevin Wynne, Grand Tyler. WB Stan Weidner, Grand Senior Steward. WB Robert King, Grand Junior Steward. WB Ron Nielsen, Grand Marshal.
Middle Row: WB Curtis Wolbert, Personal Representative. WB Graham House, Grand Musician. MWB Patrick Barger (PGM), Grand Custodian. WB Hal Cottrell, Grand Historian. WB Mohan Krishna, Grand Orator. VWB Sean Sutherland, Grand Chaplain. WB Jim Cope, Personal Representative. WB Dick Clark, Personal Representative.
Front Row: WB Jeffrey Buhrman, Grand Junior Deacon. RWB Kevin Scheele, Grand Junior Warden. RWB John Herbolsheimer, Deputy Grand Master. MWB John Ferguson, Grand Master. RWB Tyler Loontjer, Grand Senior Warden. MWB Jim Carlton (PGM), Grand Secretary. WB Eric BenSalah, Grand Senior Deacon.

Nebraska Grand Lodge Advancing Line Officers

Grand MasterMost Worshipful Brother John Ferguson
Deputy Grand Master/Grand Master ElectRight Worshipful Brother John Herbolsheimer
Grand Senior WardenRight Worshipful Brother Tyler Loontjer
Grand Junior WardenRight Worshipful Brother Kevin Scheele
Grand Senior DeaconWorshipful Brother Eric BenSalah
Grand Junior DeaconWorshipful Brother Jeffrey Buhrman

Nebraska Grand Secretary

Grand Secretary Most Worshipful Brother Jim Carlton, PGM

Nebraska Living Past Grand Masters

A complete list of Nebraska Past Grand Masters is available through the Grand Lodge office, as well as proceedings from throughout our history.

First NameLast NameTerm Start
JohnMillington2023
AlexStraatmann2022
JamesCarlton2021
RonaldStites2020
RobertMoninger2019
PatrickBarger2018
RickMyers2017
DennisRix2016
JohnMaxell2015
JoeMcBride2014
ThomasHauder2013
RexMoats2012
BruceBaker2011
JohnParsons2010
RussellReno2009
ReginaldKuhn2008
DeanSkokan2007
ScottKrieger2006
IvanVrtiska2005
LesSeiler2004
KennethBeebe2003
MichaelJones2002
PhilipLorenzen2001
JamesBrown2000
DonaldRasmussen1998
V KayeRamsey1996
StevenMattoon1994
ThomasTye1989