Roland A. Baker, Jr. Lodge #2
Organized March 30, 1984
Orlando, Florida

“We should ever keep in mind the fraternal aspect and ideals of our Order. The Holy Bible is our guide. Our cardinal principles are virtue and charity. We should always help someone. Justice and brotherly love will keep us together.

Remember, friendship is a priceless gift that cannot be bought or sold. But, its value is far greater than a mountain made of gold. For gold is cold and lifeless. It can neither see nor hear and in the time of trouble, it is powerless to cheer. It has no ears to listen, no heart to understand; it cannot bring you comfort or reach out a helping hand. So when you ask God for a gift, be thankful if He sends no diamonds or pearls or riches. But the love of a real true Friend or a Brother.” 

Roland A. Baker, Jr. Lodge was organized under the leadership of Roland A. Baker, Jr. who was the Grand Master at that time. He saw a need for a lodge composed of young of young men in the area. He asked the Worshipful Master of Davis Lodge #47 (Bro. Willie Bell, Sr.) if he would issue a demit to two of the members of the lodge (Bro. Alexander H. Smith and Bro. James A. Parker) to assist in organizing a new lodge of young men; the demits were granted. Founding members were: Alexander H. Smith, Worshipful Master; James A. Parker, Senior Warden; John Stanley, Junior Warden; Ernest Fennell, Treasurer; Morgan Wilson, Secretary and James T. Golden, Chaplin. The lodge was named after Grand Master Roland A. Baker, Jr. because of his passion and vision for young people.

Past Masters are; Alexander H. Smith, James A. Parker, John Stanley, Melvin Scott, Leonard Pollard, and Keith Daley.

The lodge grew and prospered, providing scholarships and reaching out to others in need.

Bro. Alexander H. Smith after serving in several stations was elected Grand Master of the state of Florida in 2001. He was also elected General Grand Secretary Of the General Grand Masonic Congress of the USA in 2000 after serving 8 years as General Grand Recorder.

Bro. James A. Parker was appointed Territorial Grand Master of the state of Florida in 2001.

Bro. James T. Golden served as Grand Attorney under several Grand Masters.

Bro. Clifford Hughley, Worshipful Master