Royal Arch Chapter
Capitular Masonry continues the candidate's search for that which was lost and prepares the way for further York Rite light.
The Rite
Three bodies, one continuing journey
The American York Rite is commonly organized through a Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, a Council of Royal and Select Masters, and a Commandery of Knights Templar.
Cryptic Council
Cryptic Masonry expands the lessons surrounding preservation, fidelity, and the hidden work beneath the Temple.
Knights Templar Commandery
Chivalric Masonry emphasizes Christian knighthood, truth, courage, charity, and service through the Commandery orders.
Getting started
A simple path for interested Master Masons
Final eligibility and petition requirements should be confirmed by the Secretary or Recorder before any candidate proceeds.
Start a conversation
Contact the Secretary, speak with a Companion or Sir Knight, or ask your lodge for an introduction.
Visit when appropriate
Attend a public or tiled event where your membership and degree status permit, and learn how the local bodies operate.
Request petition guidance
The local body can provide the correct petition, fees, schedule, and signatures for the degrees or orders you are seeking.
Launch materials
Documents and announcement copy are ready to review
The resources page contains a public welcome letter, candidate checklist, officer content checklist, and social announcement drafts.
Replace placeholder public details before sending the announcement:
meeting location, schedule, official officer names, and the contact
mailbox that should receive inquiries.