Potentate’s Message – 2026
Dear Nobles and Ladies,
It is with deep humility and gratitude that I accept the honor of serving as your Potentate for the year 2026. I am thankful for the trust you have placed in me, and I embrace this responsibility with a sincere commitment to our Shrine, our Brotherhood, and the children whose lives we are privileged to touch through our service.
The theme for 2026 is LOVE – PAG-IBIG – AMOR. Love is the essence of our Brotherhood: love for one another, love for our fraternity, love for the children we serve, and love for the traditions that unite us across generations and cultures. Though expressed in different languages, love carries the same meaning—compassion, respect, unity, and dedication to a purpose greater than ourselves.
Guided by love, we strengthen harmony among our Nobles and Ladies. We foster fellowship, mutual support, and understanding, while honoring the values and principles that define us as Shriners. Love transforms our service into joy, our efforts into meaning, and our work into a lasting legacy that will be remembered beyond our year.
As we move forward together, let this theme be present in every activity, every event, and every decision we make. May our actions reflect kindness, teamwork, and genuine care for one another. By working together in this spirit, we can continue to build a strong, vibrant Shrine—one that is united, active, and focused on making a difference.
With your support, dedication, and involvement, I am confident that 2026 will be a year of true brotherhood, charity, and positive impact. Together, guided by love, we will honor our past, strengthen our present, and build a future worthy of those who will follow us.
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Alfonso Martinez
Potentate 2026