On this date in 1753, the royal arch degree was conferred in fredericksburg lodge in virginia. I would like to extend a thank you to our grand master dieter b. The freemasons believe in supporting the dignity of man and the liberty of the individual and, thus, were very attractive to free africanamericans during the revolutionary period. There does exist masonic grand lodges that are proactive in these. Featuring wonderful color photography by fred pflughoft and david morris, plus historical blackand. Independent order of odd fellows the sovereign grand lodge. It is also commonly used as a term for a building in which such a unit meets. Winter for correcting and disagreeing with grand lodge essentially nothing. This book is my story, my ideas, and my vision to a better social climate within the. In 1797, prince hall organized two lodges under african lodge no. Symbolic teachings in rituals andor monitors of each state, province, or geographic area are in essence the same for grand lodges that are part of regular masonry.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. We also offer lodge chapterhouse banners, jewels, and collars. These items may be obtained at the office, by telephone request, written request or email request. However, there can be more than one grand lodge in one state from different cities. The new jersey freemason grand lodge of new jersey.
Grand lodge of new jersey, the masonic district, the masonic lodge, the. On this date in 1843, the grand lodge of wisconsin was formed december 22. Print, book of the lodge, 1855 grand lodge of free. The grand lodge of scotland year book is probably unique in the world of freemasonry as it supplies information not only as to who is who in the scottish constitution. Host lodge is a member lodge in the 14th masonic district.
Odd fellowship is one of the oldest fraternities in the world. Most are in national parks, and their beauty is surpassed only by their stunning settings. The grand lodge of new jersey the most ancient and honorable society of free and accepted masons for the state of new jersey is the official governing body of new jersey masonic lodges as recognized by other grand jurisdictions throughout the world. This time it has suspended well respected pddgm dennis r. Prince hall freemasonry is a branch of north american freemasonry for african americans founded by prince hall on september 29, 1784. The grand lodge is the supreme masonic authority except that it. A masonic lodge, often termed a private lodge or constituent lodge, is the basic organisational unit of freemasonry. Its body consist of many members divided into subordinate local lodges. We thank, so very much, the square club of the fourth masonic district of. The medal is awarded to masons of this and other masonic jurisdictions for distinguished service to freemasonry. These records contain, among other things, masonic law, committee reports, financial reports, officer listings, membership lists, lodge listings, correspondence, speeches, and much more. Prince hall freemasonry is a branch of north american freemasonry for african americans. On this date in 1786, the grand lodge of new jersey was organized.
A history of the grand lodge of the most ancient and honorable society of free and accepted masons for the state of new jersey, commemorating the 175th anniversary 17861961 hardcover 1961 by william davies editor, lewis m. The most worshipful prince hall grand lodge of nj home. Grand lodge veterans affairs 2020 annual conference updated 031120. Freemasonry is the worlds oldest and largest fraternity. If any one white member voted against a black petitioner that person would be rejected. The grand master of the premier grand lodge of england, h. Freemasons are part of an ancient tradition with rituals and symbols all their own. Grand lodge of massachusetts grand masonic lodge of. The grand lodge office provides several titles of masonic publications. Masonic supply shop is a distributor of quality masonic supplies and regalia at competitive prices proudly serving the masonic fraternity.
Should christians join the masonic lodge christian. He and his deputies must remain anonymous for fear of reprisal. Custom embroidery click on picture to see samples custom jewels click on picture to see samples. Lodges are reminded that they have an open account with the grand lodge and will be invoiced when the items are shipped. For examples, the highest authority for masons in massachusetts is the grand lodge of massachusetts, for arizona the grand lodge of arizona, and so on. The grand lodge calendar page is updated regularly.
In 1717, four lodges in london formed the first grand lodge of england. On this date in 1799, george washingtons funeral was conducted in masonic fashion, at mount vernon, virginia. The monthly bulletin is mailed to every masonic lodge and grand lodge officer in the united states and canada whose grand lodge is a member of the masonic service association of north america. The regular prince hall grand lodge in the state of florida is, the most worshipful union grand lodge, free and accepted masons, pha. A history of the grand lodge of the most ancient and.
The masonic service association of the united states was created in 1919 by the grand lodges of the united states for the purpose of performing a number of services under one central organization. Join us, this sunday, january 26th for our grand slam breakfast. Outside of the united states, please consult the list below, or your local directories for lodges. As early as 1730, new jersey was one of the first states with active freemasonry. This and other mackey books became and have continued to be, the recognized. Through our teachings you will gain specific knowledge of metaphysics, mysticism, philosophy, psychology, parapsychology, and science not taught by conventional educational systems or traditional religions. Reports that the grand lodge of new jersey continues to. The grand lodge of new jersey, under the direc tio n of m. Mar 21, 2020 due to the declaration of a state of emergency regarding the covid19 pandemic i want each every one of you to know that this most worshipful prince hall grand lodge of massachusetts has been monitoring developments with covid19 coronavirus. Top off your regalia with these accessories, including gloves, aprons, fraternal caps, crowns, and sashes. Quintana, 201819 grand master of masons of the state of new jersey, is taking an initiative to promote and advance masonic education by instituting a new educational program titled society of king solomon. And at the same time it has refused to grant him a masonic trial.
Improved benevolent and protective order elks of the world, inc. Annual communication of the grand lodge of new jersey wednesday, april 22 thursday, april 23, 2020 has been postoned additional details will be distributed when they become available stay stafe. There are irregular black grand lodges in both these states using. Sometimes there will only be one grand lodge in a given state or region. The order stresses the importance of the principles of friendship, love, and truth. The chancellor robert r livingston masonic library of the grand lodge of new york is pleased, proud and very happy to announce that the free monthly lecture series has found a sponsor for the next seven lectures.
Mar, 2008 far more optimistic hopes are had for soontobe governor, david paterson. The masonic service association of the united states was created in 1919 by the grand lodges of the united states for the purpose of performing a number. This was a revolutionary concept a century agoand whitestone continues to be the leader in all aspects of modern senior liv. The second action was one brought by the hiram of tyre grand lodge against the sons of light grand lodge to enjoin the latter from conducting a grand lodge of colored freemasonry in california. We thank, so very much, the square club of the fourth masonic district of manhattan, inc. This book attempts not to serve as an encyclopedic source but rather to catalog and organize the development of the masonic temples in new jersey. Should christians join the masonic lodge christian research. If you are unable to find a masonic lodge close to you, we recommend contacting the grand lodge for your particular state at the link below. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back.
The grand lodge of new jersey, under the direction of m. New jersey proceedings of 1903 contains an interesting report on these 10 landmarks by the committee on jurisprudence. Reports that the grand lodge of new jersey continues to abuse its membership. This was a revolutionary concept a century agoand whitestone continues to be the leader in all aspects of modern senior living. Lodges are reminded that they have an open account with the grand lodge and. Thereupon light attempted to appeal from both judgments. Thanks to brother rashied sharrieffalbey for the news. According to masonic records, the grand lodge of england was established june 24. Grand lodge mission statement freemasonry promotes a way of life that binds likeminded men with the principles of brotherly love, relief and truth in order to serve god, family, country, neighbor and self. Grand lodge journals grand lodge of california ioof. There is a grand lodge of iran in exile whose grand master and grand secretary are in california and whose regalia and possessions are safely protected in a storage area at the grand lodge of massachusetts but as far as we know, they have no active lodges within the country. The lone ranger writes about the continued abuse of the grand lodge of new jersey. Whitepages is the authority in people search, established in 1997. Masonic service association of north america msana.
The proceedings are the historical minutes chronicling the business of the grand lodge. The most worshipful prince hall grand lodge of nj, newark, new jersey. If you are browsing this web site in hopes of learning something about the masonic fraternity, there is a page dedicated to information about joining. Whitestone was founded in 1912 by the grand lodge of north carolina to provide elderly freemasons and eastern star members with a safe, comfortable home and medical care. There are two main branches of prince hall freemasonry. Every new lodge must be warranted or chartered by a grand lodge, but is subject to its direction only in enforcing the published constitution of the jurisdiction. Hees is the grand master of masons for the state of new jersey. In the 1790s the african lodge fell into arrears and was removed from the rolls in 18. Msa also mails the bulletin to lodges of the united grand lodge of germany and the york grand lodge of mexico.
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Introduction to freemasonry series of books written by carl. Po box 331, maple shade, new jersey 08052 telephone. Prince hall, myths, legends and facts freemason information. The library and museum is opened to all individuals, including those with physical challenges. Prince hall freemasonry archives chicago public library. Whitepages official site find people, phone numbers. As a mason, you can earn degrees, join esoteric and social organizations, and become privy to the language and abbreviations specific to freemasonry. Grand lodge of scotland yearbook fortyeighth edition 1999 212 pages. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages. The grand lodge of pennsylvania the premier fraternal organization in pa for nearly more than 250 years. Information about, hosting for, and links to just about every york rite grand body. Quintana, grand master of masons of the state of new jersey, is taking an initiative to promote and advance masonic education by instituting a new educational program titled society of king solomon. Improved benevolent and protective order elks of the world. Studies in honor of the tricentennial of the establishment of the grand lodge of england christopher b.
This nonpolitical and nonsectarian order was founded on the basis of universal brotherhood. The masonic grand lodge library and museum of texas, located at 715 columbus in waco, texas, is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Due to the declaration of a state of emergency regarding the covid19 pandemic i want each every one of you to know that this most worshipful prince hall grand lodge of massachusetts has been monitoring developments with covid19 coronavirus. The proceedings of the grand lodge of north carolina grand. He was also deputy grand master in 1856 and 1857, as well as being recognized as a past grand secretary by virtue of serving as grand.
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