JJones
Moderator
I've recently developed an interest in this degree as something our Chapter could learn and confer on new Worshipful Masters. Before jumping into something like this however, I have a few questions that come to mind which need addressed:
Is the PM degree an honorary degree or does it make the recipient a York Rite mason?
If so then is the recipient required to petition a Chapter prior to receiving it?
Also, if so then does it require him to begin paying dues to the conferring Chapter?
I think conferring this degree would be a good way to get men interested in York Rite, however I also don't wish to force a brother to join the Chapter or have to pay dues for what I'd consider to be a courtesy degree. Of course, if it's just an honorary degree then I suppose that'd put my concerns at ease.
Could a more knowledgeable companion clear this up for me?
Is the PM degree an honorary degree or does it make the recipient a York Rite mason?
If so then is the recipient required to petition a Chapter prior to receiving it?
Also, if so then does it require him to begin paying dues to the conferring Chapter?
I think conferring this degree would be a good way to get men interested in York Rite, however I also don't wish to force a brother to join the Chapter or have to pay dues for what I'd consider to be a courtesy degree. Of course, if it's just an honorary degree then I suppose that'd put my concerns at ease.
Could a more knowledgeable companion clear this up for me?