About the York Rite

The emblems of the Chapter, Council and Commandery

Welcome to the Lubbock York Rite. The noble heritage of York Masonry is yours to take.

What is the York Rite?

The York Rite continues the journey a Master Mason begins in his Lodge. It is made up of four parts: the Lodge, the Chapter, the Council and the Commandery, and each builds on the one before it.

Becoming a York Rite Mason does not raise you to a “higher rank.” It is a path of further light and education, to help you realize the Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of Man in your own life. The regular meetings of the bodies build firmer friendships and a closer spirit of brotherly love.

The path

One must first be a Master Mason of a Lodge. From there, the way leads through three bodies, each meeting here in Lubbock.

Emblem of Lubbock Chapter No. 248

Step one

Chapter #248

Royal Arch Masons

A Master Mason may be exalted to the Royal Arch, where the Word lost in the Lodge is recovered.

Emblem of Lubbock Council No. 183

Step two

Council #183

Royal & Select Masters

A Royal Arch Mason may then receive the Cryptic Degrees of the Council.

Emblem of Lubbock Commandery No. 60

Step three

Commandery #60

Knights Templar

A Royal and Select Master may petition for the chivalric Orders of the Commandery.

Claim your heritage

We invite you to claim this heritage. If you are a Master Mason and would like to know more, or you have any questions about this site, email us at YorkRiteLubbock@gmail.com or join us at a meeting.