Idaho Grand York Rite

Companions and Sir Knights

Companion John E. Warner, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Idaho; Companion Michael E. Keas, Most Illustrious Grand Master of Cryptic Masons of Idaho; and Sir Knight Steven L. Hall, Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Idaho extend a cordial invitation to you and your lady to the Grand York Rite Sessions for 2026 to conduct the Annual Business of the Grand York Rite Bodies of Idaho and to enjoy fellowship with other Companions and Sir Knights and their ladies. The business of the Grand York Rite of Idaho will take place at the Best Western Burley Inn, Burley, Idaho on April 16-18, 2026. Meal locations are listed on the Registration Page.

The 22nd Joint Business Session and Public Opening will be held on Friday Morning, April 17, 2026. The Reception of Distinguished Guests and Visitors to our Grand Sessions will be on Friday morning at 8:15 a.m. The Order of High Priesthood will be conferred immediately following the Joint Session. Lunch will be at 12:00 p.m.

The 118th Annual Convocation of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Idaho will be on Friday Afternoon, April 17, 2026. Companion John E. Warner, Most Excellent Grand High Priest, will reconvene the Grand Chapter at 1:15 p.m. with the reception of distinguished members, guests and visitors to our Grand Chapter. Installation of the new Grand Chapter Officers will take place at 4:00 p.m. 

The 93rd Annual Assembly of the Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Idaho will be on Saturday morning, April 18, 2026. Most Illustrious Grand Master, Companion Michael E. Keas, will convene the Grand Council at 8:15 a.m. followed by the reception of distinguished members, guests and visitors to our Grand Council. Installation of the new Grand Council Officers will take place at 11:00 a.m. Lunch will be served at 12:00 p.m.

The 123rd Annual Conclave of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Idaho will be on Saturday afternoon, April 18, 2026. Sir Knight Steven L. Hall, Right Eminent Grand Commander, will convene the Grand Commandery at 1:15 p.m. followed by the reception of distinguished members, guests and visitors to our Grand Commandery. Installation of the new Grand Commandery Officers will take place at 4:00 p.m.

A Holy Land Pilgrimage Benefit Dinner will be held Friday evening, at the Paul Lodge, Paul, Idaho. Funds generated will go directly to help send ministers from Idaho on a trip of a lifetime to the Holy Land. The Divine Service and Necrology will be held at 6:00 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m. Appropriate dress for the Holy Land Pilgrimage Dinner is business casual.

The Grand York Rite Banquet will be held on Saturday Evening. Social Hour will start at 6:00 p.m. with the Banquet at 7:00 p.m. Appropriate dress for the Banquet is coat and tie or York Rite Uniform.
On Thursday, April 24, 2025, the Order of the Sword of Bunker Hill, Order of Knights Preceptor, Tri-Valley York Rite College and the Knights York Cross of Honour will be held starting at 9:00 a.m.

All current members of each of these bodies are encouraged to attend. All who have served their respective York Rite bodies as Excellent High Priest, Illustrious Master, or Eminent Commander are welcome to join these Petitionable Orders.

Proxy forms for the Dais Officers will be sent to the constituent Secretary/Recorder. If you are not able to attend and carry a vote, please execute the proxy in favor of someone who will be at the sessions.

All Companions and Sir Knights attending must register.

Please be sure that registrations (w/meals selected) are received by April 8, 2026.

Fraternally,

Twin Falls York Rite Bodies