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Fellow Lodges

Here is a list of some of our fellow.

Grand Lodge of Texas

The Grand Lodge of Texas, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons is the largest of several governing bodies of Freemasonry in the State of Texas, being solely of the Ancients' tradition and descending from the Ancient Grand Lodge of England, founded on 17 June 1751 at the Turk's Head Tavern, Greek Street, Soho, London.[1] According to historian James D. Carter, the "Grand Lodge of the Republic of Texas, A.F. & A.M." was founded on 16 April 1838.[2] However, its first Grand Master and other grand officers were installed by Sam Houston on 11 May 1838.[3] The Grand Lodge of Texas is one of the largest in the world, reporting 69,099 members in 2019.[4] The current Grand Lodge of Texas facilities were made possible by the fundraising efforts of Waco Masonic Lodge No. 92.

Hillcrest Lodge #1318

Freemasonry Dallas – Hillcrest Masonic Lodge #1318 is a Freemason lodge in Dallas, Texas.

Est. 1949, Hillcrest Masonic Lodge was started as the premier masonic lodge for SMU students, faculty and alumni. Over the past 60 plus years Hillcrest has expanded beyond its initial audience, including members of most walks of life, it continues to keep ties with SMU and is a staple of Freemasonry in Dallas TX.

Irving Masonic Lodge #1218

Irving Masonic Lodge #1218 was chartered on December 4th, 1924, by the Grand Lodge of Texas A.F. and A.M..

Tranquility Lodge No. 2000

Tranquility Lodge 2000 was established for the purpose of promoting, conducting, and fostering the humanitarian principles of Freemasonry for all people, by promoting improvements in education, health and welfare...

Appendant Bodies

Here is a list of appendant bodies of freemasonry.

Hella Shriners

A Fraternity Defined by Fun, Fellowship and Philanthropy

Shriners International is a fraternity based on fun, fellowship and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief and truth. With nearly 200 local chapters and thousands of clubs on six continents, Shriners are known for their fellowship, brotherhood, compassion and generosity.

The fraternity established Shriners Hospitals for Children as its official philanthropy in 1922, and continues to support it today, while striving to make the world a happier, better place.

Scottish Rite

The Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, commonly known as the Scottish Rite, is one of several groups that are part of the worldwide fraternity known as Freemasonry. The Scottish Rite is the largest and most widely practiced Masonic Rite in the world and employs a lodge system.

While there is no Masonic degree more important than that of Master Mason, there is a long tradition—almost as old as Freemasonry—of “high degrees” that expand upon and elaborate the teachings and lessons of the first three degrees. The Scottish Rite degrees teach a series of moral lessons culminating in the 32°, Master of the Royal Secret. The Scottish Rite continues a Master Mason’s education in many ways:

Grotto

WHAT THE GROTTO TEACHES

Masonry proper, is all work… solemn, serious and sublime work… there is not and never should be a line of light and frivolous from the first step as we enter the outer courts, to the last in the Holy of Holies of its Mystic Temple. Truth, everlasting and unchanging, is the foundation on which it is erected and on this basis its votaries by bonds of brotherhood which are mutually helpful and beneficent...

Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Texas

Royal Arch Masonry (also known as "Capitular Masonry") is the first part of the American York Rite system of Masonic degrees. Royal Arch Masons meet as a Chapter, and the Royal Arch Chapter confers four degrees: Mark Master Mason, Past Master, Most Excellent Master, and Royal Arch Mason.

Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Texas

The Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Texas is part of the York Rite of Freemasonry, which includes various degrees and orders. This council specifically deals with the Cryptic degrees, which are designed to impart moral lessons and the importance of fidelity and knowledge among its members. The council plays a significant role in the Masonic community by providing a framework for members to explore deeper philosophical and ethical teachings..

Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Texas

As a fraternal organization, the Masonic Knights Templar honors the legacy of the Ancient Knights Templar and their principles of chivalry, charity, and brotherhood. Our organization’s roots can be traced back to the late 18th century when it was founded as a branch of Freemasonry. Since then, we have grown to become one of the largest fraternal organizations in the world, committed to serving our communities and promoting personal growth and spiritual development among our members.

High Twelve International

"High Twelve is an organization of Master Masons who support Masonic causes with special emphasis on youth support and patriotic events. There are over 3,000 members in over 130 clubs nationwide and in foreign countries.....

Order of the Eastern Star

There are several organizations and businesses in the world that use the name “Eastern Star.”

On this website, we are referring to an organization known as The General Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star and its affiliated Grand Chapters and Subordinate Chapters. If you are looking for one of the other “Eastern Stars,” please try checking our Links Page....

Supreme Council Order of the Amaranth

Our Purpose as the Order of the Amaranth

• The principal objects for which the organization is formed are fraternal, social and charitable.
• Fraternally, the Order endeavors to develop the moral character of its members through a belief in a Supreme Being and the teachings of the lessons of Truth, Faith, Wisdom and Charity. Each member is taught to care for the welfare of her and his fellow members.///