Transcript The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite

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The Ancient and
Accepted Scottish Rite
Orient of Missouri,
Valley of Kansas City
Welcomes you!
Copyright 2005, All Rights Reserved, A.A.S.R. Valley of Kansas City, Orient of Missouri
A legacy in Kansas City
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First Chartered 1888
Current Temple
dedicated 1930
Founding Sponsor of
the Order of DeMolay
Harry S Truman, 33°, Class of March 31st, 1917
Frank S. Land, 33°,
Grand Cross
Founder of The Order
of DeMolay
Class of November
1912
Past Temples of the KC Valley
Current home, 1330 Linwood Blvd
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Groundbreaking 1928
Original use 1929-39
Repurchased 1971
114,000+ square feet
Auditorium seats
1500+, finest natural
acoustics in KC
An architectural
treasure throughout!
But what is the Scottish Rite?
The Next Step in Freemasonry
Often called the ‘University of Freemasonry,’
the Scottish Rite is composed of the 4th
through 32nd degrees. Each degree is
designed to expand on the lessons learned
by a Master Mason during the first three
degrees of Blue Lodge Masonry.
The lessons are divided into four bodies, or
lodges.
The Lodge of Perfection
Chartered Oct. 17, 1888
The Ineffable Degrees
4th through 14th
Teaching:
 Truth
 Industry
 Benevolence
 Honesty
 Justice
 Toleration
 Patriotism
 Love of Country
Chapter of Rose Croix
Chartered Dec. 22, 1888
The Religious Degrees
15 th through 18 th
War against ignorance,
intolerance, and error.
Labor to establish the reign
of Love and Peace.
Council of Kadosh
Chartered Dec. 22, 1888
The Philosophical and Chivalric
Degrees
19th through 30th
Teaching:
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Liberty
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Fraternity
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Equality in everyday life
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Modesty & Humility
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Respect for laboring class
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Combat of ignorance and
unscrupulous power
The Consistory
Chartered Sept. 22, 1890
The Ceremonial and Official
Degrees
31st and 32nd
The culmination of the
previous degrees,
symbolizing the
attainment of reason and
balance. Yet another
step towards the state of
perfection we all seek as
our final goal.
But wait,
there’s more!
The Scottish Rite is
about more than
just ritual, lessons,
and history. . .
Our main philanthropy,
RiteCare, has helped tens of
thousands of children learn to
speak clearly over the years.
Over 165 Clinics nationwide,
staffed by trained personnel.
The Kansas City sponsored
Childhood Language
Disorders Clinic (CLDC)
provides local children the
help of RiteCare funded
clinicians from Children’s
Mercy Hospital everyday.
But there’s
even more!
What happened to
brotherhood and service?
We are a fraternal
organization, remember?
The idea’s not lost
here, Brother!
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Leadership opportunities abound!
Ongoing Masonic and world faith education
encouraged and facilitated!
Theater opportunities: Stagecraft, properties,
lighting, sound, makeup, wardrobe, etc.: all
manner available!
Like to cook? Have we got a spot for you!
Don’t see it here? We probably still have it!
Devotion
Brotherhood
Theater!
production
Where’s the kitchen?
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Extensive Masonic
library and archives
College of the
Consistory- program
for Masonic and
philosophic studies
Scottish Rite
Research Societymembership and
publications available
Education
Community
The temple hosts
numerous
community events
every year—
weddings,
banquets, award
ceremonies, and
concerts.
Brethren of the
valley help make
the community
welcome at each.
What about
my family!
Of Course! Always Welcome!
Bring the whole family!
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Monthly dinner
meetings open to all!
Yearly children’s
Christmas party
Entertainment events,
picnics, barbeques. . .
Ladies entertainment
provided when we
meet in session
ALL IN ONE ORGANIZATION!
Now’s the time to join!
The year 2005 marked the 75th anniversary
of the dedication of the beautiful Kansas
City Scottish Rite Temple. In turn, the
Brethren of the Valley welcome you to join
us in rededicating our lives hereafter to
the service of our Brethren, our families,
our community, and our nation!
2006 IS DEDICATED TO YOU!
JOIN US IN 2013!
ASK A BROTHER OR E-MAIL US
TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION
AND ASSISTANCE ON
PETITIONING!
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