Announcements from Arizona York Rite chapters, councils, and commanderies.
Congratulations to the Sir Knights of Burning Taper Commandery No. 15, for coordinating and performing the Southern Arizona Commandery Festival on March 7, 2026, in Sierra Vista, AZ! Everyone, including cast members, seven (7) candidates, and several side-liners enjoyed outstanding ritual work, warm hospitality, and a great day of fun and fellowship! The dedication and […]
Companions & Sir Knights, MEC John Huth’s Lady Cynthia has put together a true programs for the ladies During the Grand Sessions. Please print this flyer and give it to your lady. We encourage them to attend and have fun. This has also been emailed to all Secretary/Recorders as well.
59th Annual Four Corners Royal Arch Festival Since 1964, Companions from Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah have gathered in the Four-Corners area of these Southwestern States to confer the Capitular degrees. Sponsorship of this annual Chapter Festival rotates each year around the four states and this year’s event was hosted by Arizona and the […]
Chapter, Council, Grand-york-rite, News
2024 Grand York Rite Mid-Year Meeting Minutes The annual Arizona York Rite Grand Mid-Year Communication was held March 16, 2024 at the Sun City Lodge #72 in Sun City, AZ. There were forty-two (42) Companions/Sir Knights present. The Grand Chapter, Grand Council and Grand Commandery each had an hour to make presentations which are summarized […]
April 22, 2024, Social Order of the Beauceant Supreme Worthy President Ms. Tara Shulas of East Liverpool Assembly #71 Ohio conducted an official visit of Phoenix Assembly #213. Mrs. Peter Ann Johnson, president hosted her at our Temple. Phoenix Commandery #3 Knights Templar prepared and served a meal.
On Saturday, April 6, 2024,Phoenix Commandery #3 and Regius York Rite College came together to create 6 new Sir Knights at the Phoenix Masonic Temple. Congratulations to the new Sir Knights and well done to the officers, cast and crew.
Council, News
On March 25, 2024, members of Stewart Council No. 16, of Cryptic Masons of Arizona, conferred upon two Royal Arch Masons, Robert Carhartt, and Vincent Esposito, the distinguished degrees of Royal Master and Select Master. The degree work was conducted at the Sun City Masonic Center, where we were joined by the current Grand Illustrious […]
Commandery, News
The Sir knights from Burning Taper #15 with assistance from Arizona Commandery #1, conferred the Mediterranean pass, Order of Malta, and the Order of the Temple at the Scottish Rite in Tucson on March 23, 2024. There were nine (9) candidates from Southern Arizona area; four from Safford and five from the Sirrea Vista lodges. […]
Chapel, News
The Commemorative Order of St. Thomas of Acon. The meaning of Christ’s Chapel No. 39 In keeping with the rich, diverse and historic tradition of Christian doctrine and worship we receive this Chapel in the name of Christ our blessed redeemer and Son of God. The first chapel in Arizona reflects a new identity in […]
Chapter, News
On February 18, 2024, members of Oasis Chapter No. 15, of Royal Arch Masons of Arizona, conferred upon four Most Excellent Masters, Robert Carhartt, Vincent Esposito, Dustin Barron, and Ryan Clark, the exalted and sublime degree of Royal Arch Mason. The degree work was conducted at the Sun City Mason Center, where we were joined […]
Sir Knight William R. Greenen, Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Arizona, formally recognized Miss Haley Childress at the Arizona Grand York Rite Mid-Year Meeting on March 16, 2024, as the winner of the Arizona Knights Templar Educational Foundation 2023-2024 Scholastic Award of $1000.00. This Scholastic Award is paid in […]
It was a long journey, but these siix brothers/companions/sir knights received the recognition they have rightfully earned, congratulations.
Applications must be submitted no later than July 15, 2024 at midnight, Arizona time. Any applications submitted after this date and time will NOT be eligible. Also, please note that you will be required to upload an official transcript prior to submitting an application.MISSION STATEMENT As this is a competitive award, all applications will be […]
On the morning of February 24, 2024, approximately 60 Companions from around the state converged on the Masonic Temple in downtown Phoenix to confer all of the Council Degrees on 7 new Companions, then reconvened after lunch to confer the Super Excellent Master Degree on 30 Companions, which was a sight to behold. We finished […]
Council, News
CRYPTIC MASONS MEDICALRESEARCH FOUNDATIONMONTH MARCH 2024 To All Cryptic Councils and Cryptic Masons Where So Ever Dispersed over the Face of the Earth In remembrance of the chartering of Cryptic Masons Medical Research Foundation on March 6, 1986, The CMMRF Board of Trustees declared March 2024 as CMMRF MONTH, calling on all Cryptic Councils […]
Chapter
On February 17, 2024, Arizona Chapter #1 Along with Regius York Rite College partnered to confer the Royal Arch Chapter Degrees. The new companions got to witness some excellent ritual work today. Congratulation to our newly Exalted Royal Arch Masons and welcome.
News
On the morning of Saturday, February 4th 2024, Regius College #86, Thumb Butte # 158 & White Rose #117 of the York Rite Sovereign College of North America gathered for their annual Tri-College meeting. This meeting happens once per year where all three colleges come together as one to welcome into our order new candidates, […]
Chapter, News
The companions of Arizona Chapter #1 conferred the Mark Master Degrers upon 7 Master Masons from Hunters Paradise Lodge on Jan 29, 2024. Hunter Paradise meets at the El Zaribah Shrine Auditorium. The degree team was lead by the High Priest, EC Kieth Brooks. We look forward to seeing these new Mark Masters at the […]
Chapter
Southern Arizona Chapter Day What a day of Chapter work it was on January 27 at Coronado Chapter #20. The combined participation of the Companions from Coronado 20 and Tucson 3 was done well and the ten (10) candidates seem to have left with a better understanding of the former Blue Lodge degrees. Candidates were […]
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Outdoor Mark Master Degree Oasis Chapter No. 15, Royal Arch Masons, held their annual Outdoor Mark Master Degree on October 28, 2023, and advanced four Master Masons to the Honorable Degree of Mark Master. This year we had perfect weather and truly outstanding food and accommodations provided by Companion Russ Nichols who once again, shared […]
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