He served as part of the middle school technology team for 22 years, where he developed a program that integrated the teaching of reading into the technology curriculum, providing reinforcement of reading skills in a nontraditional environment. In his farewell address on September 4, 1851, he gave his reasons: 25 years of service (including the seven immediately previous when he took on greatly increased activity); not wanting to prevent other true and worthy Brethren from advancement, and the location of his residence, which was a long distance from the jurisdictions headquarters. As yourMost Walter E. Webber was born in Old Town, Maine, on July 31, 1943. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. Stevens was born in Canton, Connecticut in 1855. He served as District Deputy Grand Master of the 17th Masonic District for the years 198081. The MIll Grand Captain of the Guard Bro. In 2011 the Supreme Council celebrates its 130 th anniversary and also brings tribute to the Romania history. . M.P. With directions from the ALL Mighty God, your assistance and my commitment there are no challenges we cannot achieve. Despite 12 years at the helm, Tompkins did not devote much time to the newly formed group. Charles Iain Robert Wolrige Gordon of Esslemont 33 succeeded to the Supreme Council on the 25th June 2003. Past Sovereign Grand Commanders. Drummond took the reins of the jurisdiction on the completion of the union of two rival groups, and he helped create the Scottish Rites Northern Masonic Jurisdiction as it is today. John Gabriel Tardy presented Tompkins the 32 in 1808. In 2003, Sovereign Grand Commander Vaughn would be elected as the 10th Sovereign Grand Commander of the United Supreme Council, Southern Jurisdiction, Prince Hall Affiliation. Publisher It has been tempting for historians to speculate about Yates motives for resigning so soon after taking office. The Sovereign Grand Commander or the Supreme Council is authorized to attach or detach any state or terri-tory within the general jurisdiction of this Supreme Council in which there is not a resident Sovereign Grand Inspector General to or from the Orient of any Sovereign Grand In-spector General or Deputy of the Supreme Council. no challenges we cannot achieve. It is right and proper that an organisation which has existed for over one hundred and fifty years should, indeed must, continue to develop and reinvigorate itself. Henry G. Petrie 33succeeded to the Council on the 1st January 2017. 7 in Cincinnati in August 1883. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.". This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Raymond served as head of many Masonic bodies, including the office of Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts (18491851). Grand Commander McNaughton rose rapidly through the ranks of the Scottish Rite. The Ralston years will be remembered for remarkable energy in changing the internal and external faces of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. He received his degrees in the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry in 1973 and served as Thrice Potent Master of Yates Lodge of Perfection from May 1985 until October 1987. Bro. He was raised in New Yorks Lodge, LUnion Franaise in 1806. Stanley Fielding Maxwell continued to oversee the fraternity until 1985, providing leadership and working to increase membership and continue a stable financial footing. He maintained a law practice until the end of his life in 1902. He has been credited with bringing about the Union of 1867 when the two competing Supreme Councils in the Northern Jurisdiction combined. . Grand Commander & CEO Tel: Post Office Box 642 Email. SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDERS ILL. Roy L. Prince 33-SGIG M.P. Since Barton Smiths eventual succession to the post of Sovereign Grand Commander was announced shortly after his predecessor, Samuel Crocker Lawrence (18321911), took office, Smith was, by all reports, well-prepared to take the helm of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction when he assumed the leadership position. He was awarded the Air Medal, and his bomber group was presented the Presidential Commendation Award. As Masonry began to rebound, Yates encouraged Grand Commander J.J.J. Killian Van Rensselaer was born in Greenbush, New York, a member of the famous Knickerbocker family. He served as Governor of New York (18071817) and Vice President of the United States (181725) under James Monroe. In between he served as a state senator. , ISBN-10 Leadership Team VASR Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations. Like most of his predecessors in the office of Sovereign Grand Commander, Smith was active in other Masonic groups, including Toledo Council No. 33. When Palmer first took office, the Permanent Fund (which had been established in 1872) had a balance of $16,000. It is my pleasure to offer a warm welcome to the website for the Supreme Council for Scotland of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. He also holds a masters degree in Educational Philosophy and Clinical Educational Supervision from the State University College at Oneonta, New York. Actually, who are younotto be? Under Newburys command, the Supreme Councils headquarters moved from Boston to Lexington, Massachusetts. Supreme Council for Romnia Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Stanley Fielding Maxwells transition to the position of Sovereign Grand Commander in 1975 was as seamless as possible since he had spent the previous 10 years as the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Council. As far as his views on his role as Grand Commander, he said: I plan to follow the vision statement. Bro. The mission of The Sovereign United Supreme Council is to strengthen and develop the mind and body-through character development programs with Scripture study to promote a life-transforming tradition that empowers our members to achieve lifelong successes in their communities and benefit to contemporary society. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. MID-WINTER SUMMIT 2023 SONESTA ATLANTA AIRPORT NORTH HOTEL ATLANTA, GEORGIA JANUARY 12-14, 2023 It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to The Sovereign United Supreme Council We are a distinguished association along with our Supreme Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, and Higher Degree auxiliaries that were collectively formed as one common body to work together for the good of our organization. At the August 1860 meeting of the Supreme Council, Sovereign Grand Commander Edward A. Raymond flamed out of control according to Brothers Newbury and Williams in their book. He was raised as a Master Mason in Casco Lodge No. Ill. Alvin K. Wilkins, 33 LIEUTENANT GRAND COMMANDER. He was later president of the Research Design and Development Corporation, before he accepted the position of vice president of manufacturing with the Mazak Corporation in 1990. During his tenure, he has displayed his business and managerial acumen by establishing a sound financial footing for the 32 Masonic Learning Centers for Children, now the Childrens Dyslexia Centers, and the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library. Sovereign Grand Commanders of the Supreme Council 1864 to 1870 - Baron August Hugo de Bulow 1870 to 1879 - Patrick Reason 1879 to 1892 - Dr. Peter W. Ray 1892 to 1897 - A.B. He also streamlined ceremonies; began work on degree revisions; oversaw production of a video presentation of the new 4 and others; insisted that Scottish Rite events be inspirational, convenient and enjoyable; focused the charitable endeavors of the Scottish Rite to benefit Brothers in need of assistance, and increased the use of teleconferencing for Supreme Council business to conserve our fraternitys administration costs. In 1933, he was elected to the Michigan Supreme Court, where he served as a justice until his appointment as Sovereign Grand Commander, at which point, he stepped down from the bench to serve the Scottish Rite. Sir Cornelius A. Smith, Governor General (seated centre), received the Sovereign Grand Commander Dr. Melvin Bazemore (centre left), leader of the United Supreme Council, along with members of the Bahamas Council of Deliberation, in a courtesy call at the Office of the Governor General on Thursday, December 1, 2022. Lawrence continued the family business until 1905, but also took on a directorship at the Eastern Railway in 1875. Council Member Steven Vargas was first elected to the Brea City Council in November 2014, re-elected in 2018 and 2022, . L. Thomas33,Sovereign They have two children, Michelle Marie Sellers, and Illustrious Brother John Brian McNaughton, 33. Just before being named Sovereign Grand Commander, Tompkins was elevated to the 33 by Emanuel De La Motta. Born just outside of Worcester, Massachusetts and raised in western Massachusetts, Raymond spent most of his life in the state, except for a short stint in Virginia. The mission of The Sovereign United Supreme Council is to strengthen and develop the mind and body-through character development programs with Scripture study to promote a life-transforming tradition that empowers our members to achieve lifelong successes in their communities and benefit to contemporary society. Grand Commander VASR This Grand Commander, through his vision, dedication, and energy, effected many changes at a time that brought much recognition to the status of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. alan wayne adkins 33, grand cross . In a dual ceremony held in Boston in 1867 the Grand Commanders of both Supreme Councils the Van Rensselaer Council and the Hays-Raymond Council resigned their positions. Cincinnati . In Boston in 1824, Raymond received degrees 4 through 32, inclusive, from John Barker, agent of the Southern Jurisdictions Supreme Council. He enjoys 1960s-era automotive technology, collecting diecast auto replicas, landscape and wildlife photography, and Buffalo Bills football. For we are people of improbable hope building on our common history and seizing our common destiny. We will obtain this through constant work and sacrifice. Despite his impressive resume, Tompkins was hampered by a debilitating fight with alcoholism, which brought him both ill health and financial problems. In 1991, he received the Meritorious Service Award at the NYS Council of Deliberation. After receiving two degrees from Harvard, he entered the banking field in Chicago, but returned to Medford after a short time to join his fathers business. The Most Honourable Order of the Crown of Johor (Malay: Darjah Mahkota Johor Yang Amat Mulia) is an Order of chivalry awarded by the Sultan of Johor.It was first instituted on July 31, 1886. Watch Commander McNaughton's Farewell Allocution. M.P. His valuable contributions to the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction began soon after. He moved to Pittsburgh and was named Deputy for Western Pennsylvania and Ohio. He was awarded the Scottish Rites 33 in 1965 and became an Active Member At Large in 1973. ELECTED OFFICERS OF THE UNITED SUPREME COUNCIL COREY D. HAWKINS SR., 33 SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDER ANTHONY T. STAFFORD, 33 LT. GRAND COMMANDER ALONZO HAYNES, 33 GRAND CHANCELLOR X.L. In the Northern Jurisdiction a recipient of the 33rd Degree is an honorary member of the Supreme Council, and all members are referred to as a "Sovereign Grand Inspectors General." Leadership. Governance Sovereign Council Government Bodies 695, F. & A.M. in Norwood, Ohio, where he went on to serve as Worshipful Master, District Deputy Grand Master and, Trustee of the Ohio Masonic Home. 4, Royal and Select Masters on March 16, 1994, and was knighted in Portland Commandery No. But, due to increasing age, Lawrence made it clear that he would serve only until the 1910 Annual Meeting. Later in Smiths term, the Supreme Council marked both the jurisdictions 100th anniversary and the 50th anniversary of the Union of 1867. I was chosen for my concentration on DeMolay. He remained and still remains active with that group. Raymond served as Sovereign Grand Commander from 1851 to 1860. Charles Iain Robert Wolrige Gordon of Esslemont 33. Palmer continued to practice law, served in the state legislature and became a judge in 1873. Appendant Bodies. Brother Webber became of counsel to the firm in August, 2003. History of the Rite - Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, S.J., U.S.A. Brother Abbott was born in Richmond, New Hampshire in 1867. MOST PUISSANT SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDER ILLUSTRIOUS GRADY C. GRIFFIN 33,-SGIG MOST PUISSANT SOVEREIGN GRAND COMMANDER SUPREME COUNCIL OF AMERICA, INC. A.A.S.R.M. . "Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. Illustrious Robert O. Ralston, 33, was installed as Sovereign Grand Commander and youthful successor to Illustrious Brother Paul on September 1, 1993. relieved Dr. Elizabeth Moore, National Supreme Council Grand Matron and 17 Grand Matrons from the National Supreme Council which created a split in the organization. He joined Kalurah Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S. : He received his Scottish Rite degrees in the Valley of Cincinnati in the fall of 1967, and served as Thrice Potent Master of Gibulum Lodge of Perfection. The 1860 Proceedings records that a motion was made to create a committee whose purpose was to review the way the Supreme Council operated. James D. Cole, 33, was installed as the nineteenth Sovereign Grand Commander of the Supreme Council, 33, Southern Jurisdiction, USA on August 19, 2019. He kept Albanys Ineffable Lodge of Perfection going. Grand Commander & CEO Tel: (843) 498-6614, Post Office Box 642 Email: sghe@imperialsupremecouncilaasr.org. He was also a member of the Royal Order of Scotland, elected Provincial Grand Master for 191416, and an Honorary Member of the Grand Lodge of that order. United Supreme Council | Southern Jurisdiction PHA - DC Gourgas is rightly remembered as the Conservator of Scottish Rite Freemasonry. At the 125th anniversary of the founding of the Supreme Council, August 5, 1938, then-Sovereign Grand Commander Melvin M. Johnson stated ". Ill. After his retirement, Ill. Bro.