2026 [Grand Council] Ruling and Decision No. 1
Download the Ruling and Decision No. 1 Document by clicking here.Ruling and Decision No. 15 January 2025The question has been asked as to whether a by-law may prohibit an Illustrious Master of a particular Council from concurrently serving as High Priest of a Chapter and/or Eminent Commander of a Commandery within the same York Rite Body. For the reasons below, we believe that if a Council were to adopt a by-law prohibiting an Illustrious Master from concurrently serving as another body head, then that by-law would be null and void.We begin with the text of our governing documents and turn [...]
Ideas For Membership
Companions and Sir Knights, We are starting our Fall festivals with a great start. Last weekend Pensacola York Right Knighted nine (9) new Knights, with five more festivals on the horizon. I congratulate all who participated from Ft Walton Beach, Crestview, Marianna, and Pensacola. Great job companions and Sir Knights. The following is a sampling of ideas that we can use to improve interest and attendance: Stress the importance of fellowship. Encourage those who attend regularly to share their ideas about improving fellowship. Give someone the job of greeting all members as they enter the asylum. Make sure that this [...]
Table Council – Hallmark Council No. 3
Dear Companions, Family, and Friends, Hallmark Council No. 3 invites you to join us for a York Rite Festive Table Council on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the Jacksonville York Rite Building (1237 S McDuff Ave, Jacksonville, FL 34288). Dinner and Program Start: 6:30 PM Cost: $25 per person RSVP: Please reply to Illustrious Master Stephen Meserve at stephenmmeserve@gmail.com This special evening is open to everyone—Companions, family members, friends, and prospective members interested in learning more about the York Rite are all welcome. A Festive Table is a time-honored York Rite tradition that blends fellowship, good food, and Masonic light. [...]
Download the Ruling and Decision No. 1 Document by clicking here.Ruling and Decision No. 15 January 2025The [...]
Companions and Sir Knights, We are starting our Fall festivals with a great start. Last weekend Pensacola [...]
Dear Companions, Family, and Friends, Hallmark Council No. 3 invites you to join us for a York [...]
