Southern Jurisdiction

The Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, USA



Mission Statement



It is the mission of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, SJ, to improve its members and enhance the communities in which they live by teaching and emulating the principles of Brotherly Love, Tolerance, Charity, and Truth while actively embracing high social moral and spiritual values including fellowship, compassion, and dedication to God, family and country.

Strategic objectives



  • Fulfill the promise of additional Masonic knowledge through education and training.
  • Build a Positive Public Image of Freemasonry and the Scottish Rite.
  • Support and expand our philanthropic activities.
  • Provide a framework for effective leadership to ensure the stability and long-term success of the Fraternity.
  • Provide a financial process to ensure the stability and long-term success of the Fraternity.

Vision Statement



The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry must continue to enhance its character as a premier fraternal organization, managed and led by highly motivated, forward-thinking men of strong moral and ethical quality.  It must be attractive to men of good character and embraced by their families.  It must continue to be financially sound and independent, and it must make a positive impact on the quality of life of its members and society in general through its teachings, and thus will be a world leader in the recreation of traditional moral values, including love of country.

For more information about The Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction, USA please visit The Supreme Council, Southern Jurisdiction