Other Masonic Bodies
The Broader Masonic Family
Freemasonry encompasses many bodies and appendant organizations, each offering its own unique degrees, teachings, and fellowship. Below are the principal Masonic bodies related to the Valley of Northeast Kansas.
GRAND LODGE & BLUE LODGE
Grand Lodge of Kansas
The governing body of Freemasonry in Kansas, comprising all regular Lodges in the state.
YORK RITE
Royal Arch Chapter
Confers the Chapter Degrees (4°–7°) including the Royal Arch.
Council of Royal & Select Masters
Confers the Cryptic Degrees, including Royal Master and Select Master.
Commandery of Knights Templar
The chivalric branch of York Rite, conferring the Orders of the Temple.
APPENDANT & CONCORDANT BODIES
Shriners International
Fraternal organization known for its philanthropy, particularly Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Order of DeMolay
Youth organization for young men aged 12–21, sponsored by Masonic lodges.
Order of the Eastern Star
A Masonic-affiliated organization open to Master Masons and their eligible female relatives.
High Twelve International
A Masonic luncheon club fostering fellowship and education among Masons.
S.R.I.C.F.
Societas Rosicruciana in Civitatibus Foederatis — invitational Rosicrucian society for Master Masons.