Your playing small does not serve the world. In other words, he ended the meeting without scheduling another. Lawrence was an active Freemason throughout his life. He held that position until 1908. He attended the Admiral Farragut Naval Academy, before moving on to Cornell University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. A Freemason since 1974, Illustrious Brother McNaughton served as Worshipful Master of Maumee Lodge No. He received the Scottish Rites 33 in 1863. BUTLER, 33 GRAND MINISTER OF STATE MAURICE LUCAS, 33 GRAND TREASURER-GENERAL H:.E L. KEN COLLINS, II, 33 GRAND SECRETARY-GENERAL H:.E WALTER GULLEY, 33 GRAND AUDITOR-GENERA SILAS WILLIAMS, 33 ASST . Address of the Grand Chancellor to the 52nd session of the UN Human For we are people of improbable hope building on our common history and seizing our common destiny. He has served on numerous Valley committees and was Deputy for New York from 2008-13. He joined Kalurah Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S. Governance Sovereign Council Government Bodies Outside of his law practice he was a director of both the Maine Central Railroad and Union Mutual Life Insurance Company. To fully achieve peace within the Rite the newly merged Supreme Council chose, in Drummond, one of its greatest Masonic statesmen. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Palmer was born in Pennsylvania in 1819, but moved to Albany, New York, in his teens where he later studied the law and started a practice in West Troy. Voting members of the Supreme Council are chosen from among those members who have obtained the 33. From 1860 to 1864 he was Maines attorney general. SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDERS ILL. Roy L. Prince 33-SGIG M.P. Sovereign Grand Commander's Medal For Distinguished Service The Sovereign Grand Commander may, at his discretion, bestow his personal award upon a deserving Masonic or Scottish Rite Brother whom he considers to have rendered outstanding distinguished and exemplary service to the Masonic fraternity at large. In 1933, he was elected to the Michigan Supreme Court, where he served as a justice until his appointment as Sovereign Grand Commander, at which point, he stepped down from the bench to serve the Scottish Rite. Brother Paul died in 1996. Van Rensselaer was chosen as Lt. Grand Commander and William B. Hubbard was elected to succeed Raymond. One of Maxwells most notable achievements as Executive Secretary was his work overseeing the construction of the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library in Lexington, Massachusetts. Samuel Crocker Lawrence joined the Scottish Rite in 1862 and received the 33 in 1864. Bro. This site should be used as a facility for our members, offering the required information to allow them to enjoy their membership to the fullest possible advantage whilst also informing the casual browser, possibly who are either non-members of the Order or even non-Freemasons alike an indication of our outlook and activities. In 1915, he earned his law degree, but did not begin practicing law until after the end of World War I. Lawrence belonged to Mystic Royal Arch Chapter, DeMolay Commandery (later serving as Grand Commander of Massachusetts and Rhode Island in the 1890s), and received the degrees of Royal and Select Master. The 130 th anniversary. He worked as an attorney until 1939, while also teaching and later serving as dean at Boston University Law School. He was raised in New Yorks Lodge, LUnion Franaise in 1806. Home | Supreme Council Aasr 2023 by The Imperial Supreme Council. He received his Scottish Rite degrees in the Valley of Cincinnati in the fall of 1967, and served as Thrice Potent Master of Gibulum Lodge of Perfection. One of Ralstons most significant charitable endeavors was the establishment of the 32 Masonic Childrens Learning Centers now the Childrens Dyslexia Centers. He was raised a Mason in 1897 and received the 33 five short years later. The company's filing status is listed as Active and its File Number is 251245. Grand Commander Abbott left three gifts to the Supreme Council, one of which was to be used for scholarships, preferably for the study of clean journalism. Today the Supreme Council provides hundreds of scholarships to the children of Scottish Rite Masons. Raymond served as head of many Masonic bodies, including the office of Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts (18491851). Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. In 2002, Illustrious Brother Webber was named the Grand Lieutenant Commander of the Supreme Council, a position in which he served until elected Sovereign Grand Commander in 2003. Despite holding the office of Sovereign Grand Commander for the shortest term in the Northern Masonic Jurisdictions history just ten days Giles Fonda Yates is remembered for significant contributions to the jurisdictions early history. : Baron Auguste Hugo de Bulow conferred the Scottish Rite Degrees on four brethren and created them Deputy Inspectors General, 33 rd degree, as follows: Dr. Peter W. Ray - New York Jonathan Miller - Pennsylvania, Levi Anderson - Delaware Lemuel G. Griffin - Maryland. At a young age he was raised in Waterville Lodge No. He also served as a Trustee of the Permanent and Charity Funds of the Grand Commandery of Massachusetts and Rhode Island from 1908 until 1929. He joined Portland Council No. (USNR) and holds the rank of Lieutenant Commander, Civil Engineering Corps. United Supreme Council's Sovereign Grand Commander pays a courtesy call Killian Van Rensselaer was born in Greenbush, New York, a member of the famous Knickerbocker family. During these difficult years in the 1830s and early 1840s Yates made what may be his most important contribution to the Scottish Rite. Masons, Inc. Sovereign Grand Commander IN OFFICE 1996-2010 ILL. Ronald A. Warren, 33-SGIG M.P. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club thats right for you for free. It is my pleasure to offer a warm welcome to the website for the Supreme Council for Scotland of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. He was also Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Wisconsin for four years twice in the 1850s and twice in the 1870s. Despite taking office at the age of 60, Henry Lynde Palmer held the office of Sovereign Grand Commander longer than any other man in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction 30 years. Giving a world wide total of Ninety Three 33 Free and Accepted Masons under the auspices of the Supreme Council for Thirty-Third and Last Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite for Scotland. He maintained a law practice until the end of his life in 1902. Ill. Alvin K. Wilkins, 33 LIEUTENANT GRAND COMMANDER. He was raised as a Master Mason in Casco Lodge No. Brother Webber became of counsel to the firm in August, 2003. . Historic Preservation | Brea, CA - Official Website Lieutenant of the Grand Master Fra' John T. Dunlap. He was elected speaker of the Maine House of Representatives in 1858 and again in 1869. Supreme Council of . "Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. He was awarded the Air Medal, and his bomber group was presented the Presidential Commendation Award. 87, serving as Master of St. Georges Lodge No. United Supreme Council - Welcome Declining health necessitated that he step down on April 20, 1909, and Henry Lynde Palmer died 17 days later. It comes as no surprise, then, that he was elected Sovereign Grand Commander in 1879. He was awarded the Scottish Rites 33 in 1965 and became an Active Member At Large in 1973. Lawrence was born in Medford, Massachusetts, in 1832, and went on to attend Harvard University. Appendant Bodies. Smith was made a Master Mason in Toledos Sanford L. Collins Lodge No. Moriah Lodge, No. Rutherford is a Past Depute Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Scotland. On November 6, 1982, he was created a Sublime Prince of the Royal Secret in Sigma Consistory, Valley of Schenectady, New York, where he served as Commander-in-Chief for Sigma Consistory from 1995-1997. Alistair Henderson 33 succeeded to the Council on the 23rd March 2022. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. Abstract of Proceedings of the Supreme Council of Sovereign Grand Inspectors General of the Thirty-third and Last Degree of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America. The 1860 Proceedings records that a motion was made to create a committee whose purpose was to review the way the Supreme Council operated. After his retirement, Ill. Bro. 7 in Cincinnati in August 1883. He also streamlined ceremonies; began work on degree revisions; oversaw production of a video presentation of the new 4 and others; insisted that Scottish Rite events be inspirational, convenient and enjoyable; focused the charitable endeavors of the Scottish Rite to benefit Brothers in need of assistance, and increased the use of teleconferencing for Supreme Council business to conserve our fraternitys administration costs. Riccardo Patern di Montecupo - Grand Chancellor - H.E. this website indicates that we continue to do so. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Sovereign Grand Commander IN OFFICE 2010-2016 ILL. About Us | The Sovereign United Supreme Council ", It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to. In between he served as a state senator. Today, Lawrences memory lives on, both through his contributions to the Scottish Rite, and at the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, which named its library after him. Supreme Council of The United States of America of Sovereign Grand Born in Schenectady, New York, in 1798, Yates attended Union College and became a lawyer, working as Surrogate of Schenectady County for 19 years. Johnson continued to research and write throughout his life. Walter E. Webber was born in Old Town, Maine, on July 31, 1943. Stanley Maxwell was raised a Master Mason in Readings Good Samaritan Lodge in 1931 and, like many of the Sovereign Grand Commanders, went on to a busy and distinguished Masonic career joining the Reading Royal Arch Chapter, Melrose Council, Aleppo Temple, DeMolay, and Reading Commandery No. Scottish Rite Americanism Award (ROTC/JROTC) Application, Click here to learn more about the Gourgas Medal, Click here to learn more about the Daneil D. Tompkins Award for Distinguished Service. William A. Perry 33 succeeded to the Council on the 23rd March 2022. In the Scottish Rite Valley of Fort Wayne, he presided as Thrice Potent Master of Fort Wayne Lodge of Perfection beginning in 1996. America, A.A.S.R. He is also a Past Provincial Grand Master of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Aberdeen City, a Past Provincial Grand Master of Aberdeen and Kincardine of The Royal Order of Scotland and is currently Grand Sovereign of The Grand Imperial Council of Scotland. Brother Samiec, 33, served as a technology education instructor at the Gloversville Enlarged School System in Gloversville, New York. Ewan Rutherford 33 succeeded to the Council on the 24th June 2009. 396 in 1876. Brother Samiecs active service to the Scottish Rite, NMJ and Supreme Council, he is a member of York Rite, as well as several Masonic Lodges of Research. Governance Sovereign Council Government Bodies ELECTED OFFICERS OF THE UNITED SUPREME COUNCIL COREY D. HAWKINS SR., 33 SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDER ANTHONY T. STAFFORD, 33 LT. GRAND COMMANDER ALONZO HAYNES, 33 GRAND CHANCELLOR X.L. Learn more. Brother Abbott was born in Richmond, New Hampshire in 1867. It allowed the museum rebuild its exhibition showcasing the Battle of Lexington and Concord and the start of the Revolutionary War. The State of California Mt. As Masonry began to rebound, Yates encouraged Grand Commander J.J.J. . In 1897, he served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ohio. David M. Thomson 33 succeeded to the Council on the 18th October 2017. Most Puissant Sovereign Grand Commander. Brea Historical Society: The Brea Historical Society, founded in 1971, collects, preserves, and displays the heritage and history of the City of Brea. For more than 20 years Scottish Rite Freemasonry was divided between two rival groups in the northern part of the United States. It is the mission of the Imperial Supreme Council, A.A.S.R.M., International Jurisdiction, to improve the quality of life within our communities through physical and intellectual pursuits alike, honorable living, moderation, self-reliance . He was elected Sovereign Grand Commander in 1985. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. everything Despite 12 years at the helm, Tompkins did not devote much time to the newly formed group. Charles Iain Robert Wolrige Gordon of Esslemont 33 succeeded to the Supreme Council on the 25th June 2003. MID-WINTER SUMMIT 2023 SONESTA ATLANTA AIRPORT NORTH HOTEL ATLANTA, GEORGIA JANUARY 12-14, 2023 John Henry Cowles, Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council (Mother Council of the World) of the Inspectors General Knights Commanders of the House of the Temple of Solomon of the Thirty-third Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Free-masonry of the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States of America, and Sovereign Grand Inspector General in Kentucky . He then went on to the State University College at Buffalo, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in education. We will not change course, and we will focus on increasing membership." . They have two children, Michelle Marie Sellers, and Illustrious Brother John Brian McNaughton, 33. He and his wife, Judy, have been married since 1971. As Grand Lieutenant Commander under Henry Lynde Palmer, Lawrence was called to the office of Sovereign Grand Commander when Palmer resigned due to ill health in 1909. We invite you to visit our website again. He was elected and served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts from 1917 to 1919. The mission of The Sovereign United Supreme Council is to strengthen and develop the mind and body-through character development programs with Scripture study to promote a life-transforming tradition that empowers our members to achieve lifelong successes in their communities and benefit to contemporary society. Supreme Council of America - Established 1993 Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. As your Most Puissant Sovereign Grand Commander, I pledge to you that I will do everything within my power to move our organization to a higher level. He resigned as Grand Commander in March 1832. 2023The Sovereign United Supreme Council. He is also a Past Provincial Grand Master of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Glasgow having served from 2009 to 2014. 13, serving that lodge as Master seven times. Lawrence continued the family business until 1905, but also took on a directorship at the Eastern Railway in 1875. SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDERS M.P. The VP Lieutenant Grand Commander Doctor David K. Huggan 33 succeeded to the Council on 20th October 2004. He still served on three Supreme Council committees at the time of his death in October 1997. of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, USA, I extend my condolences and heartfelt prayers to the family of Illustrious Deary Vaughn, 33, who served as Sovereign Grand Commander of the United Supreme Council AASR (PHA) SJ from 2003 until his passing today. Illustrious Brother Webber joined the York Rite of Masonry becoming a Royal Arch Mason in Cumberland Chapter No. James D. Cole, 33 was elected Grand Commander of the Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States of America at the 2019 Biennial Session of the Supreme Council 33, SJ, USA. Galbraith is also a Past Provincial Grand Master of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Glasgow and West of Scotland of the Royal Order of Scotland. Although both his father and grandfather were members of the craft, Ill. Bro. Unfortunately, just as Yates received his 33 degree, the anti-Masonic movement was reaching its peak and many lodges, as well as the Supreme Council, curtailed their activities. : Henry G. Petrie 33succeeded to the Council on the 1st January 2017. Working closely with Grand Commander Newbury, Maxwell came into office with an intimate knowledge of the Supreme Councils business. Seville 1911 to 1920 - H.M. Rennick 1920 to 1948 - Dr. W.H. According to the Constitution, as the religious Superior and Sovereign, he must fully dedicate himself to the development of the works of the Order and to set an example of living by Christian principles, to all the members of the Order. Illustrious Samuel Harrison Baynard, Jr., 33, tells us that Illustrious Brother Abbott was a store of information, possessed a well-balanced vocabulary and fluent speech. Scottish Rite, NMJ | Medals & Awards of 32 Freemasonry Stanley Fielding Maxwell continued to oversee the fraternity until 1985, providing leadership and working to increase membership and continue a stable financial footing. He was responsible for bringing the Seeds of Liberty fundraising campaign to fruition. The inauguration of a new Sovereign Grand Commander is a good chance to look back though the history of the Supreme Council and at the men who lead the Rite. Decree for the Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of Saint John of He was an Honorary Member of 23 symbolic lodges in Massachusetts and several Scottish Rite Bodies in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Illinois, and Florida. He explains that, In that year as a Millennium project each Valley reached out for candidates doing Masonic work in many fields. Simson served as Lieutenant Grand Commander under Tompkins, and became Sovereign Grand Commander upon Tompkinss death in 1825. The MIll Grand Chancellor Bro. Ill. From the sites initial launch on March 1, 2020 to the following year, Grand Lodges fielded nearly 10,000 leads from the site. United Supreme Council | Southern Jurisdiction PHA - DC John F. Herrick 33 succeeded to the Council on the 22nd March 2006. Formerly the controller of the Virginia Tech Foundation, he held several administrative positions at Virginia Tech following his tenure with an international accounting firm. After receiving two degrees from Harvard, he entered the banking field in Chicago, but returned to Medford after a short time to join his fathers business. Ill. Bro. Brother Samiec was transferred to the high school level, teaching technical mathematics and automotive technology. The current Sovereign Grand Commander MP Sovereign Grand Commander Bro. On August 28, 2006, Past Sovereign Grand Commander, Illustrious Robert O. Ralston, 33, installed into office duly elected Sovereign Grand Commander, Illustrious John William McNaughton, 33. In 1946, Johnson himself received the award. In 2001 he was elected Illustrious Deputy for Maine and also became the vice president of the board of directors of the 32 Masonic Learning Centers for Children, Inc. The current Sovereign Grand Commander MP Sovereign Grand Commander Bro. Just eleven years later, at age 33, he was chosen as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Maine. Despite his short tenure as Sovereign Grand Commander he held this office for about 18 months Samuel Crocker Lawrences willingness to take on the challenges of the office resonates with his other contributions to the fraternity. , Paperback His 1924 book, The Beginnings of Freemasonry in America, remains an important work today. He served as Grand King of the Grand Chapter of Massachusetts in 1921. Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. During this time, he also served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. 2023The Sovereign United Supreme Council. Stanley Fielding Maxwells transition to the position of Sovereign Grand Commander in 1975 was as seamless as possible since he had spent the previous 10 years as the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Council. He has served as the Grand Almoner since 2015. , ISBN-13 As Grand Commander McNaughton was keenly aware of membership, and the costs associated with the needs of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, he set his sights on continuing growth and change. I was chosen for my concentration on DeMolay. He remained and still remains active with that group. Great Nine - NATIONAL SUPREME COUNCIL A.A.S.R.M. 6 in 1826. He was responsible for the founding of 14 Lodges of Perfection, 13 Councils, and two Consistories. 429 in 1985, serving as Master for two terms. Following the sudden death of Leon Abbott in 1932, Stevens, as Grand Lieutenant Commander, took on the role of Acting Sovereign Grand Commander, serving out the remaining eleven months in Abbotts term. A Mason since 1983, he served as Worshipful Master of Craighill Lodge No. He was elevated to the 33 on September 18, 1906, and was crowned an Active Member on September 23, 1909. James Smith, 33 The Most Puissant Sovereign Grand Commander III. Glattly joined Scottish Rite in 1987 and then in 2000, in Pittsburgh, he received the 33. ; Royal Order of Jesters, and the Royal Order of Scotland. All Rights Reserved. With directions from the ALL Mighty God, your assistance and my commitment there are no challenges we cannot achieve. 2, Knights Templar, on February 28, 1991. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. Southern Jurisdiction of the United States of America He enrolled at Marietta College in 1961 and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1965. The State of North Carolina King David Grand Council. He was also active in the Shrine, Red Cross of Constantine, and DeMolay. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. He is a member of the York Rite in Fort Wayne and Mizpah Shrine. Clayton Watson, 33 The Puissant Lieutenant Grand Commander III. M.P. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. In 1804, he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, but resigned in order to accept an appointment as associate justice of the New York Supreme Court. Under Newburys command, the Supreme Councils headquarters moved from Boston to Lexington, Massachusetts. He was coroneted an Honorary 33 at Philadelphia in 1981, and was elected to Active Membership on the Supreme Council in Chicago in 1992. From a Point to a Line: Twenty Sovereign Grand Commanders He also served as Provincial Grand Master of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Dunbartonshire between 2002 and 2007. Supreme Council, Scottish Rite (Southern Jurisdiction, USA) It is not known why the name "Red Rose . in Lewiston, Maine. It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to The Sovereign United Supreme Council We are a distinguished association along with our Supreme Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, and Higher Degree auxiliaries that were collectively formed as one common body to work together for the good of our organization. Sister Susie C. Blunt Supreme Grand Matron. He moved to Pittsburgh and was named Deputy for Western Pennsylvania and Ohio. After serving the Council for 19 years he became Sovereign Grand Commander on 23rd March 2022. He has been activated for military service five times since 9/11, including a one-year deployment to Iraq, Al-Asad, and Falluja, during the 2008-09 . The burden of diplomacy and peace requires allies who will listen to each other, learn from each other, and most of all trust one another. Samiec devoted his time to the operation of his business, Subcontracting Services Co., specializing in installing and servicing residential electrical, lighting, and communications systems. In addition, Johnson was a member of Waltham Chapter, R.A.M., Adoniram Council, Royal and Select Masters, and Gethsemane Commandery, Knights Templar (he later affiliated with Sir Galahad Commandery and with St. Bernard Commandery). He also holds a masters degree in Educational Philosophy and Clinical Educational Supervision from the State University College at Oneonta, New York. Johnson also created the Gourgas Medal, conferred by the Supreme Council in recognition of notably distinguished service in the cause of Freemasonry, humanity or country. The first Gourgas medal was awarded in 1945 to President Harry S. Truman. In 1863, they merged with the Cerneau group known as the Hays Council. In 1876, at the age of 21, he headed west to Detroit where he started working as a clerk, and eventually started his own successful foundry. Life itself is shaped by the commitments that we make and by our ability to maintain them. On July 7, 1990, he married Monica, and said, She has been a partner in everything I do since then. They have two children a son, Matthew, and a daughter, Jessica. Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. Past Sovereign Grand Commanders. [1] Edward Y. Chua, 33 Sovereign Grand Commander For Biennial Year 2021-2023 Supreme Council of America - Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Freemasons looking forward to working with you to build a stronger organization. Sovereign Grand Commander Supreme Council AASR Southern Jurisdiction of the United States James D. Cole, 33 Illus. Several endeavors were begun throughout the country to create Masonic awareness by making Masonry more visible to the public. SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDER. He was also offered a position on the bench of the Maine Supreme Court, opting instead to remain as a practicing attorney. Illustrious Robert O. Ralston, 33, was installed as Sovereign Grand Commander and youthful successor to Illustrious Brother Paul on September 1, 1993. During 20 years as the Northern Masonic Jurisdictions Sovereign Grand Commander, Melvin Maynard Johnson established what would become important Scottish Rite traditions, while pursuing research into the early history of the Masonic fraternity, and overseeing a doubling of the Scottish Rites membership numbers. He was also an Honorary Member of the Supreme Councils of the Southern Jurisdiction, England, Wales, and the dependencies of the British Crown, Scotland, Canada and Mexico. Actually, who are younotto be? His 30 years of experience with nonprofits and businesses includes roles as auditor, founder, officer and director of numerous organizations. In their History of the Supreme Council, 33, NMJ, George A. Newbury, 33, and Louis L. Williams, 33, called Killian Van Rensselaer the St. Born in Illinois on June 2, 1852, Smith attended the University of Michigan, receiving both his bachelors and law degrees there. For many years he has been the CEO for the Masonic Home of Virginia in Richmond. He graduated from Bostons Burdett College in 1929 with a degree in business and worked at the Quincy Market Cold Storage and Warehouse Company, followed by the United Farmers of New England, Inc., until taking the position of Executive Secretary for the Supreme Council in 1965.

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