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More the number of lodges per state, but yes, I can see that.

No, your dues would be similar, they'd just go to the UGLA instead of your province (state). Dues would also be the same nationwide.

The first and greatest hurdle I see is writing a single Constitution. With nearly 100 variations already in play, trying to get all 52 provinces to agree would be epic.

When I was a much younger man I equated Charity with behaviour. If I made a snide comment about someone or treated someone badly, my grandmother (and her generation) would say, "That wasn't very charitable of you." To me it's about being the best You you can be, and giving people the help they...

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I disagree... There are three separate bodies within the York path; Chapter, Council, and Commandery. Only Commandery has religious requirements. I know a number of Brethren who are quite active in Chapter and Council who aren't members of Commandery due to their beliefs. I also know Brothers...

The York "Rite" doesn't have a Christian requirement, the Chivalric Orders do.

Aye, it's a wee state and they all seem to see each other at lodge every month. ;)

If those of us in other states (and countries) knew it was coming, local lodges have no excuse.

Carpenter's union also has similar elements... squares are necessary in many trades, so they figure prominently in their emblems.

In lodge we have the standard prayer as well as a moment of silence, and our meal is formal, so the prayer is an integral part if the ritual.