S.G.I.G.
Orient of Missouri
Ill. Robert W. Cockerham 33°
Sovereign Grand Commander
Ill. James D. Cole 33°
Personal Representative
of the S.G.I.G.
Valley of Joplin
Ill. James D. Hardy 33°
Executive Secretary
Valley of Joplin
Jim Gilbert 32° KCCH
Valley Treasurer
Robert P. Gephardt 32° KCCH
Valley Tiler
L. Don Haden 32° KCCH
Valley Almoner
Ill. Gayle Bedell 33°
Director of Work
Valley of Joplin
Ill. Scott Houge 33°
Assistant to the Personal Representative
East Side of the Valley
Ronald G. Hawk 32°
Assistant to the Personal Representative
West Side of the Valley
James K. Gilbert 32° KCCH
Christopher M. Nickle 32° KCCH
Venerable Master
Joplin Lodge of Perfection
Christopher R. Briley 32°
Wise Master
Joplin Chapter Rose Croix
Kevin M. Ritter 32°
Commander
Joplin Council Knights Kadosh
Travis P. Schnelle 32° KCCH
Master of Kadosh
Joplin Consistory No. 3
Joplin Rite Care Partners with Children's
Miracle Network:
Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm; CLOSED Friday
Welcome to the Valley of Joplin Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite
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The Valley of Joplin has been an influential branch of Masonic history in Southwest Missouri and recently marked its 100th Anniversary in 2004.
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The Scottish Rite is an Appended Body of Freemasonry; The Worlds oldest and largest Fraternity. Membership is open to any Master Mason who is in good standing and seeks further knowledge into the craft and further light into the principles that guide every Freemason. Like all Masonic branches, the Scottish Rite does not discriminate on the basis of Race or Religion.
Our Cathedral is located at 5th and Byers in Joplin and stands in testament to the Architecture that existed in the early 20th century. All visitors are welcome and, with advanced notice, tours of this magnificent structure are available to individuals and groups. We also rent our Cathedral for activities that need Meeting space, Dining Hall facilities or Auditorium space.
Please browse our website to learn more about the Scottish Rite and the role we play in the Southwest Missouri area. Feel free to send us an email or call our office concerning any questions you may have about the Scottish Rite.
March 15-16
August 17
October 25-26
2019 Spring and Fall Reunion
If you are in need of lodging, the Candlewood Suites, 3512 S. Rangeline, Joplin (417-623-9595) is offering single or double rooms for $65.00 plus tax or a king size suite for $70.00 plus tax. If you don't need two beds and can handle the additional cost, the king size suites are very comfortable! Just be sure to use the term "Temple Block" to insure these room rates. In the event that Candlewood Suites is full, Best Western, (next door to Candlewood Suites) will be handling the overflow for the same room rates! But start by calling Candlewood Suites!
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October 25-26 Menu
$7 Breakfast Friday and Saturday
Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Tater tots, Biscuits and Gravy.
$10 Friday Lunch
Cheeseburger, hotdog (with or without chili), tater tots, cookie
$22 KCCH Banquet
Bacon-wrapped chicken breast, seasoned red potatoes, carrots, Red Velvet cupcake
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$7 Breakfast Friday and Saturday
Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Tater tots, Biscuits and Gravy.
$15 Saturday Banquet
Meatloaf, Mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and cheesecake.
Friday August 16 Menu
2018 Fall Reunion Banquet
