Masonic Supporters
As DeMolay grew in size and strength, the organization as a whole grew in prestige, and that greater prestige was what attracted the Masonic Fraternity.
In 1922, the Grand Lodge of Mississippi issued a notice to all lodges which encouraged lodges to sponsor DeMolay chapters, and in 1963 a Declaration of Principles was signed by the leaders of Freemasonry. The declaration was again signed in 1994 and masonry continues to support DeMolay today!
There are many bodies of masonry that support DeMolay today, we have listed some of the more noticeable below.
Arizona Blue Lodge
A Bit of History
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"In the latter part of the nineteenth century, more particularly in the period from the end of the Civil war through the 1870's, many Freemasons settled in the then relatively wild territory of Arizona.
Soon, in some of the larger communities, these Masons desired to from their own Masonic Lodges.
They therefore, petition the nearest Grand Lodges and soon five Arizona Lodges were working. One of them, in Globe, was chartered by the GL of New Mexico. The other four, in Prescott, Phoenix, Tucson and Tombstone worked under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of California.
On March 25th, 1882 these five Lodges formed the Grand Lodge of Arizona."
Arizona Eastern Star
The Order of the Eastern Star is the largest fraternal organization in the world to which both women and men may belong.
Worldwide, there are over 500,000 members under the General Grand Chapter
Eastern Star is a social order comprised of persons with spiritual values, but it is not a religion.
Its appeal rests in the true beauty of the refreshing and character-building lessons that are so sincerely portrayed in its ritualistic work. A deep fraternal bond exists between its members.
It is the wholesome relationship of sisterly and brotherly love brought about through high principles exemplified in our lives which makes us near and dear to each other.
While this is an Order composed of people of deep spiritual convictions, it is open to all faiths, except no faith. The personal welfare of our members is vital to all of those in the Eastern Star, and it is considered a privilege to help another member whenever we can.
A Bit of History
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The Shrine
Members of Shriners International are members of the Masonic Order and adhere to the principles of Freemasonry - Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth.
Freemasonry is the oldest, largest, and most widely known fraternal organization in the world. It dates back hundreds of years to when stonemasons and other craftsmen on building projects gathered in shelter houses or lodges. Through the years these gatherings changed in many ways until formal Masonic lodges emerged, with members bound together not by trade, but by their own wishes to be fraternal brothers.
Shriners are distinguished by an enjoyment of life in the interest of philanthropy.
As an organization with approximately 500,000 members (4,000 members in Arizona), the fraternity has a buoyant philosophy. This philosophy has been expressed as "Pleasure without intemperance, hospitality without rudeness, and jollity without coarseness."
Shriners are men who enjoy life. They enjoy parades, trips, circuses, dances, dinners, sporting events, and other social occasions together. Furthermore, Shriners support what has become known as the "World's Greatest Philanthropy,"
Through fellowship and philanthropy, Shrinedom strengthens the soul and adds inner meaning to daily life. It thus spreads a glow of joy through one's entire family.
Men from all walks of life and all levels of income find fun, fellowship, and relaxation in their local Shrine Temple and its activities. There are also regional Shrine Clubs in many communities. Family picnics, dances, parties, and scheduled trips to near and far are just a few of the activities available.
For the Shriner desiring even more activity, there are various Units that he can join, such as drum & bugle corps, Oriental bands, motor corps, horse patrols, and clown units. Every effort is made to ensure that a Noble has a variety of activities from which he may choose.
There are 193 Local Shrine Organizations, located in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Phillipines, Pureto Rico and the Republic of Panama. Informal Shrine Clubs are located all around the world.