Welcome to the Valley of Reading AASR
Good Friends. Good Times. Good Memories.
Our Story
The Valley of Reading is comprised of four bodies: Lodge of Perfection, Council of Princes of Jerusalem, Knights of Rose Croix and Consistory. We have various special interest clubs, a volunteer organization and two honorary groups to honor members who have made special contributions to the Valley and Freemasonry.
The Four Bodies of The Valley of Reading
Lodge - Council - Chapter - Consistory
The four bodies are each responsible for putting on degrees during reunions as well as organizing special activities thorough the Masonic year.
Reading
Lodge of Perfection
4°-14°
C. Gilbert Steffe Council of Princes of Jerusalem
15°-16°
Francis Marion Highley Chapter of Knights of Rose Croix
17°-18°
Reading Consistory of Sublime Princes of the Royal Secret
19°-32°
Commander in Chief
Glenn A Houck, 33°
Glen A. Houck, 33° is a Past Master of Union Lodge No. 479, Birdsboro, PA and is currently the Junior Warden, Lodge Almoner and Vice Principal of the School of instruction.
Having a deep affection for the Fraternity for over forty years, Glen has served and continues to serve in many capacities.
In the Valley of Reading, Glen was the Thrice Potent Master in 2017-2018. He is also on the Board of Directors for the Children’s Dyslexia Center of Reading. One of his noteworthy accomplishments, as a member of Hiram Scottish Riders Motorcycle Club, is completing a forty-nine state motorcycle ride to raise funds and awareness for the Dyslexia Center.
In the community, Glen is a past president of the Birdsboro Lions Club and past assistant fire chief.
Besides the Fraternity, Glen enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and motorcycling and spending time with his wife Carol and their large family.
Calendar
Sept 4 Train club Meeting - 1 p.m.
Sept 7 S.R Service Committee - 2 p.m.
Sept 14 Valley Cigar & Steak Picnic @ Rajah Shrine
Sept 17 Golden Eagles - Noon
Sept 21 HSRMC-Widows Sons
Sept 21 Rajah Sportsman's Raffle
Sept 30 - 20° - Masonic Center
Oct 2 Train Club Meeting - 1 p.m.
Oct 15 Golden Eagles - Noon
Oct 21 Lancaster Lodge of Perfection
Oct 19 HSRMC-Widows Sons
Oct 20 Cathedral Assoc. Annual Meeting
Oct 20 Executive Meeting - 7 p.m.
Oct 28 Stated Meeting (Dinner 6 p.m.) - 7 p.m.
Nov 6 Train Club Meeting - 1 p.m.
Nov 15 FALL REUNION - 8 a.m.
Nov 16 HSRMC-Widows Sons
Nov 17 Postmortem - 6 p.m.
Nov 19 Golden Eagles - Noon
Nov 23 S.R. Service Committee - 2 p.m.
Dec 6 & 7 Holiday Happenings 6 – 8 p.m.
Dec 13 & 14 Holiday Happenings 6 – 8 p.m.
Dec 17 Golden Eagles - Noon
Dec 21 HSRMC-Widows Sons
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Jan 4 S.R. Service Committee -2 p.m.
Jan 19 Executive Committee Meeting - 7 p.m.
Jan 21 Golden Eagles - Noon
Jan. 27 STATED MEETING (Dinner 6 p.m.) - 7 p.m.
Petition the Valley of Reading
Become a member of THE Valley of Reading
The Valley of Reading welcomes members from all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Before you can join the Scottish Rite, you must first become a Master Mason in a Lodge which is a part of a Grand Lodge recognized by the Conference of Grand Masters in North America, and be a Member in good standing.
Please fill out this petition and give/mail it to the Valley Secretary