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WILL YOU DEFEND THE TRUE WORD AND WHAT IS JUST?

DISCOVER THE TEMPLAR ORDERS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Welcome to the California York Rite of Freemasonry
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Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of California<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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VISION STATEMENT<\/strong>
Faithful Stewards of Chivalry and Community.

MISSION STATEMENT<\/strong>
Serving Christian Masons through Chivalry, Faith, and Community.

CORE VALUES<\/strong>
Under the Fatherhood of God, our timeless chivalric values are guided by the principal tenets of Masonry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Diversity<\/strong>
Embracing and celebrating the diverse backgrounds of our members<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Faith<\/strong>
Upholding Christian values in all endeavors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Fellowship<\/strong>
Building strong bonds of brotherhood among members through mutual respect and fellowship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Service<\/strong>
Demonstrating compassion and impact through charitable actions and community involvement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Growth<\/strong>
Encouraging spiritual, personal, and organizational development.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Integrity<\/strong>
Maintaining high ethical standards and honesty in all interactions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tradition<\/strong>
Honoring the rich heritage and rituals of our Order.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Grand Commandery of California
2025-2028 Strategic Plan<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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PROUDLY SUPPORTING<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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