Cyrus Restores the Vessels of the Temple. Gustave Doré, 1866
Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Delaware
A. Tony Maxwell
Most Excellent Grand High Priest, 2026 to 2027
About the Grand Chapter
Capitular Masonry, the degrees of the Royal Arch Chapter, continues the work begun in the symbolic Lodge. The Chapter confers the Mark Master, Past Master, Most Excellent Master, and Royal Arch degrees.
The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Delaware was chartered in 1869. It governs the Royal Arch Chapters of the First State.
Grand Chapter Officers
Line officers and contact information for the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Delaware.
| Office | Companion | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Grand High Priest | A. Tony Maxwell | grand.high.priest@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand King | Alexander Selimov | grand.king@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Scribe | M.W. James R. Hanby, Sr., PGM | grand.scribe@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Treasurer | Mark E. Irwin, PGHP | grand.treasurer@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Secretary | Randall C. Mullen, PGHP | grand.secretary@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Captain of the Host | Joseph W. Dawson, III | grand.captain.of.the.host@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Principal Sojourner | John "Jae" A. Eberly | grand.principal.sojourner@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Royal Arch Captain | Stefan Darczuk | grand.royal.arch.captain@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Master of the 3rd Veil | Barry Gommer | grand.master.of.the.3rd.veil@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Master of the 2nd Veil | William F. Lott, PGHP — Connecticut | grand.master.of.the.2nd.veil@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Master of the 1st Veil | Jared I. Card, PGHP | grand.master.of.the.1st.veil@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Chaplain | Gregory M. Vernicek | grand.chaplain@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Marshal | Robert Noble | grand.marshal@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Sentinel | Ed Binasiewicz | grand.sentinel@deyrmasons.org |
| Grand Lecturer | David H. Laucius, PGHP | grand.lecturer@deyrmasons.org |
Grand Chapter Committees
Jurisprudence
Chairman: David H. Laucius, PGHP
- William F. Lott, PGHP — CT
- Fred M. Palmer, PGHP
Finance
Chairman: Cesar Aniceto
- G. Thomas Taylor, III, PGHP
- Anthony Graciano
Permanent Fund
Chairman: G. Thomas Taylor, III, PGHP
- John "Jae" A. Eberly
- Joseph W. Dawson, III
Credentials
- William F. Lott, PGHP — CT
Correspondence
Chairman: Randall C. Mullen, PGHP
- Neal J. Sobocinski, PGHP
Insurance
Chairman: David H. Laucius, PGHP
- Mark K. Button, PGHP
- Jared I. Card, PGHP
- John "Jae" A. Eberly
Youth
Chairman: G. Thomas Taylor, III, PGHP
- Mark K. Button, PGHP
Education
Chairman: Jared I. Card, PGHP
- William F. Lott, PGHP — CT
Bylaws
Chairman: Fred M. Palmer, PGHP
- Jared I. Card, PGHP
- Joseph W. Dawson, III
Membership
Chairman: Randall C. Mullen, PGHP
Holy Land Pilgrimage
Chairman: Fred M. Palmer, PGHP, Quartermaster
Website / Shop
www.masonview.comAwards
Chairman: Jared I. Card, PGHP
Grand Visits & Quarterly Board Meetings
Official visitation schedule for the Most Excellent Grand High Priest and quarterly board meetings of the Grand Chapter.
Chapter visitations
| Chapter | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| St. Johns No. 4 | September 15, 2026 | — |
| Delta No. 6 | October 12, 2026 | — |
| Hope No. 7 | November 5, 2026 | Thanksgiving Celebration |
Quarterly board meetings
April — Retreat
April 12, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Klondike Kates, Newark
Orthodox Easter Sunday
July
July 1, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Sheridans Irish Pub, Smyrna
Irish beer & whiskey
October
October 9, 2026 · 6:30 PM
9 East Taphouse, Dover, DE
Beer tasting
January
January 21, 2027 · 6:30 PM
Delaware Association of Police, Wilmington, DE
Cigars & Bourbon
Royal Arch Chapters
| No. | Name | Meeting Location | Stated Meetings | Chartered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | St. Johns Chapter | 207 E. Delaware Ave., Newark | Third Tuesday, 7:30 PM (closed July & August) | January 20, 1869 |
| 6 | Delta Chapter | 112 E. Market St., Newport | Second Monday, 7:30 PM (closed July & August) | January 21, 1874 |
| 7 | Hope Chapter | 201 E. Market St., Georgetown | First Thursday during odd months, 7:30 PM (closed June through August; please confirm with the Chapter before visiting) | January 18, 1893 |
| 9 | Brandywine Chapter | 1611 Concord Pike, Wilmington | Third Thursday, 7:30 PM (closed July & August) | January 15, 1966 |
| 10 | Daylight Chapter | 112 E. Market St., Newport | Second Wednesday, 1:00 PM (closed July & August) | March 12, 1994 |
National Affiliation
The Grand Chapter works under General Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons International.