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Jesters is an invitational group within the Shrine. I'm personally no fan of the Jesters although I know many good men who are Jesters.
Yeah, it is quite the scandal and many anti-Masons like to rub in our face as a kind of "AH HA! GOTCHA!"
I have a favorable opinion of appendant bodies being a member of the York Rite, Scottish Rite, and Eastern Star. Although I belong to several groups I am still very active in the Blue Lodge.
Thank you Brother!! I enjoy the research and sharing what I have found with others. I'll keep the posts coming, but my big work will coming in the form of a book.
I personally enjoy the 1st Degree as it is the first step in our journey as Masons and a good foundation is needed for any structure (symbol or physical).
Normally I would have gone through my Grand Secretary, but due to the time change in Iraq and Italy, I couldn't get a hold of them in time. You are right Cliff about the dues cards and patents. I lucked out though with my dues cards.
I had a friend who copied and shrunk all of his various...
I visited the Grand Orient of Italy, but I actually went through the Grand Commandery of Italy to visit and then went with one of the Sir Knights to Lodge on another day.
Greetings and welcome. I traveled to Italy in 2011 for my 2-week mid-tour leave. I had an amazing time and I plan on going back as soon as I can afford it.