Florida Grand York Rite

2013 Grand York Rite Slideshow

Father’s Day Proclamation

Fathers Day

Click below to read Executive Order No. 1

Executive Order No. 1

Here is the list for the York Rite 2013 – 2014 District meetings.

Capitular District Meetings 2013

PLEASE NOTE: The times have not been set. These are up to each district to notify the Grand Line what their schedule is going to be.

The files below are for the selection when choosing a ministers for the Knight Templar Holy Land Pilgrimage.

KT HLP 2014 Guidelines For Selection

KT HLP 2014 Letter

KT HLP 2014 Nomination Form

KT HLP 2014 Pilgrim Certification form 2014

Please make as many copies as you need and distribute them to your local Commanderies for their use.

Let’s have a banner year in the service of Our Lord and Savior!

Yours in Christ,

Emmett Mills, KCT, PGC, Chairman
Holy Land Pilgrimage, Inc.
Grand Encampment, Knights Templar
United States of America

UPDATE:
Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines will be raising the fee for our cruise by $250.oo, per person. Our agent convinced them not to do so until May 1st. Therefore the rates will remain the same, until that time. All is necessary is a deposit to confirm at the lower rate. Please call the number on the flyer or click on "register" This is a great price. Don’t let the date slip by. Should be a fun cruise. Remember, only one month to go at this price.

Sir Knights, Companions and Brothers,

Enclosed is a website to enable you to easily familiarize and register for the 2013 Cruise out of Cape Canaveral. It now includes a virtual tour of the ship (not the rooms), cancellation insurance costs, double occupancy and single supplement cost for each cabin category and a registration form which you can complete on site and submit by computer.

Hope to see you on board!!!

2013 Cape Canaveral Cruise

Henry A. Adams, VEDGC Dayle Schrock, DGIM John Wermann, MEGHP

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Most Excellent Companion John Wermann Grand High Priest

Of The Most Excellent Grand Chapter Of Royal Arch Masons Of Florida

Most Illustrious Companion Dayle Schrock Grand Master

Of The Most Illustrious Grand Council Of Royal and Select Masters Of Florida

Sir Knight Henry Adams Right Eminent Grand Commander Of The Grand Commandery Of Florida

Grand Commander Henry Adams Visits Damascus Commandery No. 2 K. T. 

R. E. Grand Commander Henry A. Adams on June 11, 2013 visited Damascus Commandery No. 2, K. T. in Jacksonville  A good number of Sir Knights turned out, including a couple of visitors.

Pictured here were Grand Commander Henry Adams and the Sir Knights assembled in the east after the Conclave.  Standing, left to right, in the first row were: Corbin P. Elliott, KYCH, PDDGC; Darryl A. D’Angina, KYGCH, MEPGHP, PDDGC; Corey D. Kosciuszko, Generalissimo; Henry A. Adams, R. E. Grand Commander, Grand Commandery, K. T. of Florida; Jimmy A. Dorsey, Commander of Damascus Commandery No. 2, K. T.; Steve Urban, Past Recorder, Bristol Commandery No. 29, K. T., Attleboro, MA; Thomas Olsen, C. G., Damascus No. 2; William F. Ellis, P. C.: and Logan Miano, Guard.

Shown, from left in the second row, were: A. Eugene Yarborough, PC, St. Augustine Commandery No. 10; Kolen Sawyer, StB; and on the right, Merlin L. Conrad, from Eagle Commandery No. 29, Painesville, OH.

Seen in the back row, from left to right, were: Wm Joseph Browning, Sentinel; Gilbert H. Porter, J. W.; Eric Cole, SwB; William McClean PC, Prelate; Charles R. Cooper, KYCH, PDDGC, PGSwB, Recorder; D. J. “Gunny” Wilkerson, S. W.; Angel Moreno-Fergusson, Warder; Steven Haines, Guard; and Henry Webb.

Jack Maulden Receives General Grand Chapter Bronze Medal Award 

At the Grand York Rite Convention Banquet on May 21, 2013, R. Ex. Companion Jack Maulden, DDGHP, District 7, was presented with the General Grand Chapter R. A. M., International Bronze Medal Award.

The Award was presented by John F. Wermann, M. E. Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter R. A. M. of Florida, and James H. Hodge, General Grand Scribe of the General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, International.

Only one of these medals may be awarded to a Companion per year in each state. The award is presented to the Companion deemed to have been most instrumental in the promotion and support of Royal Arch Masonry in the jurisdiction.

Pictured here at the Banquet presentation of the Award were, from the left: John F. Wermann, MEGHP of Florida; Jack C. Maulden, DDGHP, Bronze Medal recipient; and James H. Hodge, GGS of the General Grand Chapter, R. A. M., International.

Corey Kosciuszko Receives 2012 Florida Cryptic Mason of the Year Medal 

Corey D. Kosciuszko, PIM, District Deputy Grand Illustrious Master of District 7, received the Cryptic Mason of the Year Medal from the General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons International at the Grand York Rite Convention in Lake Mary, Florida, on May 21, 2013.  The medal can be awarded to only one outstanding Cryptic Mason of the Year in each state.

The presentation was made by Most Illustrious Companion Larry R. Gillespie, Most Illustrious Past Grand Master of the Grand Council, R. & S. M. of Florida, and Richard S. Agster, MIPGM, Southeast Regional Deputy General Grand Master of the General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons International, with the assistance of Howard H. Gardner, MIPGM, R. I. Grand Recorder of the Grand Council, R. & S. M. of Florida.

Pictured here, from the left were Larry R. Gillespie, M. I. Past Grand Master of the Grand Council, R. & S. M. of Florida; Corey D. Kosciuszko, PIM, DDGIM of District 7; and Richard S. Agster, MIPGM, Southeast Regional Deputy General Grand Master of the General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons International.

Carl E. Gilmore presented with Knight Commander of the Temple Award 

Most Illustrious Companion and Sir Knight Carl E. Gilmore, Most Illustrious Past Grand Master of the Grand Council R. & S. M. of Florida, and Right Eminent Past Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery K. T. of Florida, was presented the Knight Commander of the Temple Award from the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar of the U. S. A. at the Grand Conclave of the Grand Commandery K. T. of Florida on May 22, 2013.

The award was presented by Sir Knight David Dixon Goodwin, GCT, Most Eminent Grand Master of the Grand Encampment, K. T. of the U.S.A., with the assistance of Sir Knights A. J. LaRose, then Grand Commander, now PGC of the Grand Commandery K. T. of Florida, and Howard T. “Ted” Burgess, KCT, R. E. Department Commander Southeast Department, Grand Encampment, K. T. of the U. S. A.

Pictured here, left to right, at the presentation were: David Dixon Goodwin, GCT, Most Eminent Grand Master; Carl E. Gilmore, MIPGM, REPGC, KCT; A. J. LaRose, REPGC; and Howard R. “Ted” Burgess, KCT, R. E. Department Commander, Southeast Department, Grand Encampment of the U. S. A.

Carl G. Kirtley Receives Knights Templar Cross of Honor 

Sir Knight Carl G. Kirtley received the 2012 Knights Templar Cross of Honor for Florida from the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar of the U.S.A. at the Florida Grand York Rite Convention in Lake Mary on May 21, 2013.

The award was presented by Sir Knight David Dixon Goodwin, GCT, Most Eminent Grand Master of the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar of the U.S.A., with assistance of Sir Knights Howard T. Burgess, R. E. Department Commander of the Southeast Department; and A. J. LaRose, then R. E. Grand Commander, now Past Grand Commander , K. T. of Florida.  Only one K.T.C.H. Award may be given out in each jurisdiction per year.

Pictured here, at the presentation were, from the left: A. J. LaRose, then R. E. Grand Commander of Florida, now REPGC; David Dixon Goodwin, GCT, M. E. Grand Master of the Grand Encampment, K. T. of the U.S.A.; Carl G. Kirtley, KTCH., PDDGC, Past E. Grand Sentinel; and Howard T. “Ted” Burgess, R. E. Department Commander of the Southeast Department, K. T. of the U.S.A.

Dianne Agster Receives General Grand Chapter R.A.M. Sweetheart Award 

The Sweetheart Award Certificate and pin for Mrs. Agster were presented by James H. Hodge, M. E. General Grand Scribe of the General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons International, with the assistance of John F. Wermann, M. E. Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter, R.A.M. of Florida, at the Grand Banquet of the Grand Y. R. Convention in Lake Mary on May 21, 2013.

Also honoring and congratulating Mrs. Agster on her Sweetheart Award were Bobby J. Kitchen, Deputy General Grand High Priest of the Southeast Region of the General Grand Chapter; as well as her husband, Richard S. Agster, MIPGM, Southeast Regional Deputy General Grand Master of the General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons, International, and Ex. Grand Principal Sojourner of the Grand Chapter, R.A.M. of Florida.

Pictured here, left to right, were John F. Wermann, M.E.G.H.P. of the Grand Chapter R.A.M. of Florida; James H. Hodge, M.E. General Grand Scribe, General Grand Chapter R.A.M., Intl.; Mrs. Dianne Agster; Richard S. Agster, MIPGM Southeast Region D.G.G.M. of the General Grand Council, Grand Principal Sojourner of the Grand Chapter; and Bobby J. Kitchen, Deputy G.G.H.P., Southeast Region of the General Grand Chapter.

Anita Gillespie Receives General Grand Council Lady of the Council Award

The Lady of the Council award was presented by Larry R. Gillespie, left, M. I. Past Grand Master of the Grand Council, R. & S. M. of Florida, and Richard S. Agster, right, MIPGM, Southeast Regional Deputy General Grand Master of the General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons International, at the Grand Banquet of the Grand York Rite Convention in Lake Mary, Florida on May 21, 2013.

Masami LaRose Receives Grand Commandery K. T. of Florida

Certificate of Appreciation 

The Certificate of Appreciation was presented from the Right Eminent Grand Commander and Grand  Line Officers “For outstanding dedication and commitment to serving the Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Florida in the 2012-2013 term.”

 Shown here, the Appreciation Award was presented by Sir Knight A. J. LaRose, Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery K. T. of Florida, on behalf of the Grand Commandery.

Companions and Sir Knights:

I look forward to working with our new Grand Line and the District Deputies and District Instructors. We are all in this membership effort together. No one individual can build our membership. It takes everyone. We must continue to grow or we will cease to exist. During this summer, we must work diligently on our plans to recruit new members as well as ways to keep our current members. As we do this, let us discuss Part 4 of our series on how to increase activities in our YR Bodies.

ReadMore>>>>>June 2013 Rite Notes

Most Illustrious Grand Master Dayle L. Schrock first Offical visit was last night at Sanford Council No. 20. in Sanford Florida.

Front Row: Comp. Patrick X. Velasquez P.I.M, DDGC, Comp. Henry Jehan P.I.M. Comp. John M. Bowers III I.M., DDGHP, Comp. Dayle L. Schrock M.I.G.M., Comp. David Hendrick C.G., Comp. Al Keeth P.I.M., K.Y.C.H.
Back Row: Comp. Jim Hawkins P.I.M, P.D.D.G.H.P, K.Y.C.H, Comp. Edgar Ortiz P.I.M, Comp. Tommy Turlington P.I.M., DDGM 16th Masonic District, Michael J. Hartman P.I.M, P.D.D.G.M, P.D.D.G.H.P, P.D.I. of the Council, K.Y.C.H

Below is a link to the MIGM Dayle L. Shrock schedule for June

MIGM’s Schedlue for June

Grand York Rite District 5 Meeting

Location:
Eola Masonic Lodge No. 207
3200 Grant Street
Orlando, Fl. 32856

The other night I had the opportunity to represent the M∴ E∴ Grand High Priest John F. Wermann at the Installation of Rainbow Officers at Hope Assembly No. 82 in Casselberry. This is my second visit to Hope Assembly #82, once as Worshipful Master of Sanford Lodge No. 62 and now as DDGHP for the 5th District. Each time I find these girls amazing both in their ritual and floor work. But mostly for their sincere warm and affection that they have not only for each other but toward the adults that help and attend their functions. It never escapes my mind that these young ladies are going to be the future Masonic brides and mothers of future Masons.

From Left to Right:
Jackie Postell, Faith – Rachel McClure, Recorder – Mackenzie Bridgeman, Worthy Associate Advisor – Kaylin Phelps, Worthy Advisor – John M. Bowers DDGHP District 5 – Sarah McClure, Hope – Alessandra Emard, Drill Leader – Rachel Ayala, Chaplain

On Tuesday evening, June 4, 2013 Brother Marcus A. Potrok was Raised to the Sublime Degree of Master
Mason in Callahan Lodge No. 32. Brother Potrok is scheduled to leave shortly to serve in the USAF.

ReadMore>>>> Press Release 6-4 Callahan

Putting Life into your York Rite Body

I look forward to working with our new Grand Line and the District Deputies and District Instructors. We are all
in this membership effort together. No one individual can build our membership. It takes everyone. We must
continue to grow or we will cease to exist. During this summer, we must work diligently on our plans to recruit
new members and well as ways to keep our current members. As we do this, lit us discuss Part 4 of our series on
how to increase activities in our YR Bodies. ReadMore>>>>>>> May 2013 Rite Notes

Past Governor Congratulates New Governor of Northeast Florida Y.R. College 

Distinguished Brother Glenn E. Chandler, MEPGHP, I. Grand Sentinel, Grand Council R. & S. M. of Florida, OPC, Past Governor, right, congratulates Preeminent Companion Knight J. B. Hunt, left, incoming Governor of Northeast Florida York Rite College No. 114 in Jacksonville on May 4, 2013.

Northeast Florida Y. R. College No. 114 Holds Initiation and Installation 

Northeast Florida York Rite College No. 114 met on May 4, 2013 in Jacksonville, and initiated two new Companion Knights.  New officers for 2013-2014 were also elected and installed.

The new Companion Knights greeted and elevated were Christopher C. Lanham and Kenneth E. Hinton, Jr.

R. E. Distinguished Brother H. Warren Almand, Jr., MEPGHP, R. I. Grand Principal Conductor of Work of the Grand Council, OPC, Grand Governor of Florida for the Y. R. Sovereign College of North America, installed the new officers.  Assisting him were V. E. Distinguished Brother Darryl A. D’Angina, MEPGHP, OPC. Past Deputy Grand Governor of Florida, Installing Marshall; and Distinguished Brother Glenn E. Chandler, MEPGHP, I. Grand Sentinel of the Grand Council, OPC,  immediate Past Governor of Northeast Florida Y. R. College No. 114, Installing Chaplain.

New officers of Northeast Florida Y. R. College No. 114 are J.B. Hunt, Governor; Howard H. Hudgins, Dep. Governor; Robert G. Atwell, Chancellor, Frederick L. Piasecki, REPGC, Treasurer; C. Edward Constant, Secretary; H. Wiley Hart, Primate; William P. Goldwire, Preceptor; Corey D. Kosciuszko, Seneschal; Paul James Mast, Marshal, and Edward Dunn, Sentinel.

Pictured here were a number of the officers and Companion Knights together in the east following the Assembly.  Standing in the first row, left to right, were Corey D. Kosciuszko, Seneschal; J.B. Hunt, Governor of Northeast Florida Y. R. College No. 114; H. Warren Almand, MEPGHP, OPC, Grand Governor of Florida; and Howard H. Hudgins, Dep. Governor of Northeast Florida College No. 114.

Shown, from left to right in the second row, were: Corbin P. Elliott, OPC, PG; Paul James Mast, Marshal; Edward Dunn, Sentinel; Christopher C. Lanham, new Comp. Kt.; and Harold E. Hunter, Jr., OPC, PG.

Seen in the back row, left to right were: Darryl A. D’Angina, MEPGHP, OPC, Past Dep. Grand Governor; C. Robert Cooper, Ex. Grand P. S. of the Grand Chapter R.A.M. of Florida, PG; H. Wiley Hart, Primate.; Glenn E. Chandler, MEPGHP, OPC, PG; Robert E. Hendren, III, OPC, PG; and C. Edward Constant, Sec. of Northeast Florida Y. R. College No. 114.

Not pictured were new Companion Knight Kenneth E. Hinton, Jr., and several other Companion Knights who had to leave immediately after the Assembly.

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Damascus Commandery No. 2 Welcomes District Deputy Alex Constant 

On April 9, 2013, Damascus Commandery NO. 2, K. T. received Sir Knight Alexander Constant, District Deputy Grand Commander, District 7 of the Grand Commandery of Florida.  The Sir Knights enjoyed good fellowship and a fine message from Sir Knight Constant.

Pictured here were the officers and Sir Knights with Sir Knight Alexander Constant, District Deputy Grand Commander, after the Conclave.  Shown in the first row, left to right, were: Kolen Sawyer, StB; Corey D. Kosciuszko, Gen.; Jimmy A. Dorsey, Em. Commander of Damascus Commandery No. 2, K. T.; Alexander E. Constant, D.D.G.C.,District 7, Grand Commandery, K. T. of Florida; William F. Ellis, P.C.; D. J. “Gunny” Wilkerson, S.W.; Tom Olsen , C.G.; and Angel Moreno-Fergusson, Warder.

Seen in the back row, from the left, were: William H. McClean, P.C., Prelate; Eric Cole, SwB; Wilmer T. Atwell, KYCH; Charles Edward Constant, Gen., Crusader Commandery No. 44; and Corbin P. Elliott, KYCH, KCT, PDDGC.

Also present, but not pictured were: Darryl A. D’Angina, KYGCH, PMEGHP, PDDGC; Edward Parr, and Mark Balester.