I.   The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross
II.  The Order of Knight of Malta
III. The Order of the Temple

The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross is founded upon Truth - a divine attribute, the foundation of every virtue.

The Order of Knight of Malta, first called Knights Hospitaller of Saint John of Jerusalem, is known to have been in existence as early as 1099 A.D. It was the first organized body whose avowed purpose was the succor and care of the injured on a field of battle. The teaching of the Christian application of Masonic precepts begins with this order.

The Order of the Temple, the crowning glory of York Rite Masonry, has been characterized by many as the most solemn and impressive experience in Masonry. Here the aspirant progresses step by step, the way trod by Jesus of Nazareth until the empty tomb joins with the Sprig of Acacia to teach that at last we shall dwell forever in realms of life and light eternal.