To the Officers and members of all Chapters, Councils and Commanderies of Minnesota York Rite:
The three presiding officers, M. E. C. Alan Mackenzie, Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Minnesota, M. I. C. Brian K. Dimatteo, Most Illustrious Grand Master of the Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Minnesota, and S. K. David Dumonceaux, Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Minnesota, cordially invite you to attend the Annual Grand York Rite Session. The Annual Session of the Grand York Rite Bodies of Minnesota are being held at the Holiday Inn in Alexandria, MN on June 22-24, 2023.
ALL Minnesota Chapters, Councils and Commanderies are encouraged to send their full quota of voting delegates. Any member in good standing is welcome to attend their respective groups and encourage your Lady or guest to attend. Alexandria provides many things to do during the down time.
It is important that every Chapter, Council and Commandery in Minnesota be represented. It is in your bylaws and the duty of the dais officers and the Secretary/Recorder of every Constituent Chapter, Council and Commandery to attend their Annual Grand Session in person or by their duly authorized representative. If a dais officer is unable to attend, the proper proxy form must be filled out and presented to registration. Please follow the proper protocol for this procedure.
Please review the attached schedule of this Grand Session. There will be a Ladies’ program each day. ALL the chair degrees will be represented and Lotus. There is another outing to the Andria Theatre. A fabulous breakfast buffet is available to get you going in the morning. This site also gives highlights on the events, dress codes and the food menus.
Hotel Reservations: The Grand Session will be held at the Holiday Inn, 5637 Highway 29 South, Alexandria, MN 56308. Call 320-763-6577 and mention Grand York Rite Session to make your reservation. There is a room block set aside for June 21-24. Rooms are at a special rate of $130 – $160 + taxes a night depending on room style. Hotel reservations need to be made by June 1, 2023 to receive this special rate.