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Our Fraternity’s Promise to One Another

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Our fraternal bonds are never more important than they are right now, as we grapple with the COVID-19 health emergency.

Lodge Events During COVID-19

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With growing public health concerns about the COVID-19 virus, here are some guidelines around lodge events and meetings.

On Freemasonry and Mormon Undergarments

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At the International Conference on Freemasonry at UCLA a study of Mormon undergarments shines light on fraternal esotericism.

Speaking to My Soul: Prof. Susan Sommers on Esoteric Origins in Freemasonry

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Ninth annual International Conference on Freemasonry at UCLA will explore the Masonic quest for secret knowledge.

Introducing the Obligation Renewal Ceremony

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Ceremony gives lodges an opportunity to reengage longtime Master Masons.

2020 Ritual Competition

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We are excited to announce that in 2020 we will again hold a Ritual Competition recognizing the importance of ritual excellence within our jurisdiction.

Member Restoration

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Member restoration is an important new program. Learn more about it.

The Sister Brothers

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A new sister lodge program pairs rural lodges with big-city siblings.

Father Knew Best

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Newly installed Grand Master of California John E. Trauner opens up about leadership lessons, learning from history, and heeding the advice of his greatest hero—his dad.

2020 Grand Master’s Proclamations

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Together with the rest of the Grand Family, Grand Master John E. Trauner has announced his administration’s proclamations for the 2020 fraternal year.

Congratulations to Our Winners!

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The results are in: Help recognize this year’s recipients of the Lodge Communication Awards! See the full list of winners and view samples of their efforts. These brothers are truly raising the bar for the quality of lodge communications throughout the Golden State.

New Masonic Staircase

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This video describes the process in which Chris and Heather Holme, of The Common Gavel, constructed the newest addition to Grand Lodge’s auditorium.

Take the #BlueLodgeChallenge

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Whether it’s honoring worthy citizens in their towns at an annual dinner, funding generous scholarships for local students, or clearing trash from the roads or beach, it’s in simple acts of charity, volunteerism, and philanthropy that Masons give back. We want the world to know about it! The #BlueLodgeChallenge is how we’re going to do it.

2019 Walk to End Alzheimer’s

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Join us this October 26 for the 2019 Walk to End Alzheimer’s in San Ramon! As one of the leaders in memory care and senior wellness, the Masonic Homes of California is proud to be a sponsor of this important event.

2019 Communication Awards

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The Lodge Communications Awards recognize California lodges that are doing an exemplary job of connecting with members and the general public through traditional and modern communications tools.

Digital Toolkit: Everything You Need to Know to Hold an Open House

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Befitting an occasion as significant as its centennial anniversary, DeMolay International’s Northern California Jurisdiction marked the day by dedicating a commemorative bench and time capsule at the Masonic Homes —and then dumping buckets of water on one another.

Reaching Across the Centuries—for a Day

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Befitting an occasion as significant as its centennial anniversary, DeMolay International’s Northern California Jurisdiction marked the day by dedicating a commemorative bench and time capsule at the Masonic Homes —and then dumping buckets of water on one another.

Annual Communication

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Annual Communication weekend, October 18–20, is an opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of your peers, salute the outgoing Grand Master, and welcome a new one. It’s a time to honor the bonds we form between brothers. Join us for this celebration of our fraternity.

Public Schools Month

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In fact, nearly a century, Masons of California have celebrated Public Schools Month through a series of in-school events that include student performances, speeches highlighting the importance of public education, and check presentations. As the organization’s 99th Public Schools Month this April just concluded, the results of that investment continue to impress.

Take Home 300 Years

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Mark our 300th year with a special, limited-run 300th Anniversary Edition of California Freemason magazine.

You Make a Difference Shirt

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Help support the Masonic Homes of California when you purchase one of Grand Master Stuart A. Wright’s polo shirts — net proceeds will benefit the Masonic Homes of California.

Grand Master’s 2019 Proclamations

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Grand Master Wright has issued the proclamations below for 2019.

Tomorrow’s Leaders Need You Today

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Youth Orders like DeMolay International rely on lodges and adult leaders for support and mentoring. The role of an advisor is fulfilling and rewarding – and one that is vital today for the future of Masonry.

iMember

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This summer, lodges in california will have a new, intuitive, web-based member management system. Sign up to get trained!