PA Council of Deliberation Orient of PA AASR PHA NJ

03/20/2026

The Orient of Pennsylvania AASR, PHA, NJ, where the Knights of the Rose Croix Adoniram Chapter No. 1 (Valley of Philadelphia) served as hosts and assisted by James W. Nichols Chapter No. 65 (Valley of Chester) & Delaware Valley Chapter No. 86 (Valley of Ambler) performed the Ceremony of Remembrance and Renewal at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Philadelphia, PA. March 18, 2026

This ceremony was for the fraters from DeMolay Consistory No. 1, Charles E. Gordon No. 65 and Martin Luther King, Jr. Consistory No. 86 who have passed away over the past year. In attendance were the Most Illustrious Commander in Chief and Illustrious Deputy of the Orient of Pennsylvania S.G.I.G. Donald C. Jones 33° and G.I.G. Robert G. Bonds 33° who represented the Most Worshipful Grand Master Timothy J. Cager along with other heads of houses in the Prince Hall family. Also present were representatives of Philadelphia Assembly No. 5, Chester Assembly No. 30 and Mary E. Gould Assembly No. 61 who continually support this endeavor. Under the direction of G.I.G. James Jones 33° and S.G.I.G. Sean R. Snead 33° the Perfect Knights performed the ceremony for a packed room consisting of Fraters, Loyal Ladies, Prince Hall heads of houses, family & friends in exemplary fashion in memory of our dear fraters who have passed away.

DEMOLAY CONSISTORY NO. 1
G.I.G. Don Stovall 33°
S.G.I.G. Donald Wilson 33°
G.I.G. Kasib Carter 33°
G.I.G. Odell Prewitt 33°
S.P. Dexter Cooper 32°
S.P. Anthony Pugh 32°
G.I.G Jeffrey C. Beaford 33°
S.P. Frank Potts Jr. 32°
S.P. Michael Jones 32°
S.P. William H. Alston 32°
G.I.G Thomas K. Vaughn 33°
G.I.G. John Paris 33°

CHARLES E. GORDON NO. 65
G.I.G Allen L. King 33°
SG.I.G. Wayne O. Tompkins 33°
S.P. Charles Stanford 32°
S.P. Joseph Sanders 32°
G.I.G. Spencer B. Seaton Jr. 33°
G.I.G. Joseph B. Newsome 33°

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR NO. 86
G.I.G. Darryl Braxton 33°

02/18/2026

Ramadan Mubarak from the United Supreme Council

The United Supreme Council, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Northern Jurisdiction, USA, extends heartfelt fraternal greetings as the Holy Month of Ramadan begins. This is a sacred season of profound spiritual reflection, fasting, and community service that echoes the very principles of our craft.

We send our warmest wishes to every member of our Order regardless of rank or grade. To our Sovereign Grand Inspectors General, Grand Inspectors General, and Sublime Princes of the Royal Secret, we honor your dedication to faith and the sublime teachings of the Rite. This inclusive greeting encompasses all brothers across our entire jurisdiction who are embarking on this month of devotion.

May the discipline of the fast and the beauty of prayer bring peace to your homes and strength to your spirit. We celebrate the diversity of our brotherhood and stand together in the pursuit of charity and truth. Ramadan Mubarak to all members and their families.

02/16/2026

Support the USC Home Camp Raffle!
The United Supreme Council is officially launching the Home Camp Fundraising Raffle to support our ongoing mission and the preservation of our history.

Your participation does more than just give you a chance to win incredible prizes. Every ticket purchased directly supports the Scottish Rite Cathedral, our historical headquarters since 1928. This fundraiser ensures we can maintain and honor this landmark of our heritage.

Raffle Details
The Prizes: * Grand Prize: Vacation to Italy

Other Prizes: $10,000, $3,500, $2,500, and four $1,000 prizes

How to Enter: Visit the official campaign page at charity.uscnjphami.org.

The Impact: Directly supports the Scottish Rite Cathedral, our historical HQ since 1928.

Join in making a difference today. Visit the site, grab your tickets, and help reach the goal!

01/26/2026

Congratulations to DeMolay Consistory No. 1 and the new elected officers led by the Illustrious Commander-In-Chief S.P. Melvin Davis 32°

01/16/2026

Congratulations to Martin Luther King Jr. Consistory No. 86 and the new elected officers led by the Illustrious Commander-In-Chief Damon Coleman.

01/08/2026

Spreading Joy Together: DeMolay Consistory #1 & Tindley Temple Unite for Annual Bicycle Drive

This holiday season, on December 24, 2025, the Fraters of DeMolay Consistory No. 1 (Valley of
Philadelphia) and Tindley Temple United Methodist Church came together to spread joy through our annual Bicycle Drive. Thanks to the generosity of the Fraters and community partners, we were able to collect and
distribute 17 bikes to the children of the South, West, North, West and Southwest Philadelphia communities —ensuring that the spirit of the season reached every heart. We thank S.P. Rudolph E. King III, 32° for leading this endeavor and partnership with Pastor John Brice to serve. We would also like to thank G.I.G. Allen Doman 33°, G.I.G. James T. Willoughby 33° and S.P. Ira Hunter 32° for assisting the committee with bicycle deliveries.

Fraters and the congregation worked side by side to organize and prepare, turning simple gifts into moments of happiness, hope, and love. This effort was more than a bicycle drive, it reflected unity, service, and compassion in action.

We are grateful to everyone who donated, volunteered, and supported this initiative. When we come together with a shared mission, our impact reaches far beyond what we can see.

12/24/2025

12/19/2025

Friendship Night with Martin Luther King Jr. Consistory No. 86 and Mary E. Gould Assembly No. 61 is always the best end to a great Scottish Rite Year! The best part of this is taking an opportunity to help the less fortunate. Pamoza International is a Christian Based Charity that helps children and families in Malawi, Africa with food, healthcare, family support and educational fees. Ten U.S. dollars can ensure a child gets breakfast for an entire year!!! We love being a community partner with this great organization and look forward to bringing in more assistance from the Orient Pennsylvania. We also take this opportunity give awards to some of our hardworking Fraters!!! I love Friendship Night!

Fraternally Submitted,

G.I.G. Tariq Muhammad, 33°

12/19/2025

COMMUNITY SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT BLESSING PRINCE HALL SCHOOL WITH FOOD DONATIONS!!!

On behalf of the United supreme council and the orient of Pennsylvania, where S.G.I.G. Donald Corinthian Jones serves as our Illustrious Deputy of the Orient, we are proud to announce a significant charitable initiative supporting the Prince Hall school the only school in the world named in honor of our esteemed founder.

Through the combined efforts and dedication of S.P. Anthony Morrison, S.P. Mike Mann, S.P. Damon Coleman and SP Sharif Muhammad and under the guidance and tutelage of S.G.I.G. Brian Austin, S.G.I.G, Warren Montague and G.I.G. Joe Wilson, we successfully provided the school with approximately 980 pounds of food, including eggs, milk, bread, cases of water, vegetables, and a bunch of other assorted essential items.

This act of service reflects our ongoing commitment to community support and the enduring legacy of the Prince Hall Elementary School. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who participated in making this blessing possible, uplifting the students and families of Prince Hall school during this season of giving!!

We would also like to extend our special things to the dedicated staff and support team at caring for friends. Their commitment and assistance have played a crucial role in helping us gain access to the food donations that we have provided for all school.

Fraternally submitted
S.P. Anthony Morrison