S. K. C. Alan Walls | Eminent Commander |
S. K. Larry Duff | Generalissimo |
S. K. Wayne Baker | Captain General |
S. K. David A. Aponte, PEC | Treasurer |
S. K. James Hughey, PEC | Recorder |
S.K. Lynn Coleman, PEC | Prelate |
S.K. Dana Oldenburg | Senior Warden |
S.K. | Junior Warden |
S.K. | Sword Bearer |
S.K. | Standard Bearer |
S.K. | Warder |
S.K. | Sentinel |
ORDER OF RED CROSS
Here again we revert to the period of the
Royal Arch Degree when the Jews were returning from Babylon to Jerusalem to
rebuild the Temple. One of their number prevails upon King Darius to restore
the Holy Vessels to the new Temple. They had been carried away by the
Babylonian armies when the first Temple was destroyed. In presenting his
plea before the king, the companion gives a powerful testimony to the
almighty force of Truth.
ORDER OF MALTA AND THE MEDITERRANEAN PASS
Shifting to the time of the Crusades,
admission to the Mediterranean Pass is sought so that a safe pilgrimage to
the Holy Sepulcher might be undertaken. This is a sublime and sacred Order,
which culminates in the enrollment of the suppliant as a Knight of Malta.
ORDER OF THE TEMPLE
No Degree or Order in Masonry is more solemn,
impressive or soul-searching than the Order of the Temple. It is a fitting
climax to the labors of the humble penitent, who has faithfully performed
the symbolic seven years of preparation for this consummation of his
endeavors. He is knighted as a Christian warrior.
Knights Templar Eye Foundation (KTEF)
The
Knights Templar Eye Foundation is a charitable foundation to help those who
need help in the preservation of sight.
Knights Templar Holy Land Pilgrimage
The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Florida sponsors an annual "Holy
Land Pilgrimage". The purpose of the pilgrimage is to send Christian
Ministers to the Holy Land to enhance their religious experience. Masonic
membership is not required and the Minister can be male or female. The
number of ministers sent depends on availability of funds. Donations are
greatly appreciated.
If you wish to donate to all or any of these charities, please remit your
donation to:
Ocala York Rite Bodies
P. O. Box 912 Floral CIty, FL
34436-0912