Orrstown Lodge No 262

11/03/2026

Sometimes you have to take off the black and white tuxedo as Master of the Lodge and put on a black and white cow costume to MOOOoooTivate the Lodge. It was the second year that Orrstown Masonic Lodge teamed up Valley Forest of the Tall Cedars of Lebanon, and the night was lots of fun. Campfire smoke and membership engagement was at its best. We sincerely thank the other Lodges in the Third Masonic District that showed up to support us. Also, as a reminder the Thanksgiving Coloring Contest deadline is November 18 by mail and can also be brought to our Stated Meeting on November 19th. The Stated meeting on November 19th will have a Thanksgiving Meal served at 6:30pm and at 7:30pm the meeting will start and the program of the night will be in honoring our 25-year anniversary members. Save a Cow... Eat Turkey.

10/10/2026

Orrstown Lodge No. 262, in conjunction with Tall Cedars Valley Forest No. 145, will be holding our annual Trunk-or-Treat on October 30, 2026!

All children and grandchildren of Lodge members are welcome to come and enjoy the fun! Want to help, participate, and enjoy the fun? Contact the Lodge Secretary at 717-658-3767 and decorate your trunk!!

09/26/2026

Hello Members of Orrstown Masonic Lodge # 262
Who else loves this time of year? The air is getting crisp. The trees are starting to change color and the winds are blowing the newly fallen leaves. Clothing fashion can be shorts, jeans, flannel or sweatshirts. Mix and match, Fall is right around the corner. Even better – go outside at night over this weekend and you will see that amazing Full Moon in the sky. Each day we need to breath in the air and be Thankful for our family, friends, and all that we have been blessed with from our Creator. The holiday of Thanksgiving is soon approaching, and Orrstown Masonic Lodge will be trying something new by doing our very first “Coloring Contest”. The Thanksgiving Coloring Contest will be open to relatives of Orrstown Masonic Lodge Masons. Lodge # 262 will award a 25 dollar cash prize to the selected winner each of the three age groups of ( 5 and under ), ( 6 to 8 ), and ( 9 to 12 ). Judging will be done by the Worshipful Master, Senior Warden and Junior Warden (with the assistance and input from the Brethern in attendance) at the Stated Meeting on Thursday November 19, 2026. 1st place winners and all runner ups and their families will be invited back at our December meeting for a Pizza Party and to receive their awards!
With that said, all coloring submissions need to be receive by me in the mail by November 18th or you may personally bring them to Lodge prior to the meeting on November 19th, so we can stage them for the judging process. Please print out the attached file on 8 ½ x 11 paper and once your youth has done their coloring, ON THE BACK, with something that does not show through to the front, please label with the Lodge # 262 Member's Name. Contact Phone Number & Mailing Address, The Child's Name, Age, and Relationship to sponsoring Member.
I am super excited about this new way to engage our membership family and I hope you take my excitement, print the Coloring Page, and invite your kids to have fun with this. Please mail coloring submissions to me. Jim Sleighter 12784 Lower Horse Valley Road Orrstown PA 17244 .
Fraternally, James W. Sleighter, Past Master – Worshipful Master

09/15/2026

Hello Brethren and Friends of Orrstown Masonic Lodge # 262
We are unfortunately announcing the news of the passing of Brother Robert D. Hamsher (age 87). Brother Hamsher was initiated into Freemasonry in 1964 and faithfully upheld his oaths as Mason for 62 years. To properly respect Brother Hamsher we will be conducting a Masonic Funeral Service. On Wednesday September 16, 2026 at 10:30am we will assemble at the Roxbury United Methodist Church, located at 11042 Roxbury Road, Roxbury, PA.
Your attendance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

View Robert D. Hamsher's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

09/02/2026

Join us at the 3rd Masonic District 2026 Low Vale Dinner for a night of good food, great company, and Masonic fellowship!

07/31/2026

Hello Brethren and Friends of Orrstown Masonic Lodge # 262

We are unfortunately announcing the news of the passing of Brother James K. Reed – Past Master. Jim faithfully served as Master of our lodge in 1986 and most recently as Trustee of the Lodge. To properly respect Brother Reed we will be conducting a Masonic Funeral Service. On Saturday August 1, 2026 at 10:30am we will assemble at the Dugan Funeral Home located at 51 Asper Drive in Shippensburg, PA. Your attendance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

View James "Jim" K. Reed's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

07/12/2026

Hello Brethren of Orrstown Lodge # 262. I hope your summer is going well. I am reaching out to you with the sad news of the passing of Bro. Richard Auchey. "Dick" was not a member of our Lodge but pondered becoming a dual member many times. He helped our Lodge by conferring many degrees to our members and presented amazing programs too. His heart was as strong as his distinctive voice and his memory will always be with us. I can think of no other Mason that can deliver an excellent degree, then keep you busy with a riddle or joke during silence.. and if that didn't put a smile on your face, he would pull a rabbit from his top hat. If you are available please come out and attend the Masonic Service for Brother Auchey. See photos attached and arrive to assemble at least 30 minutes prior to the listed services. Thank you.

View Richard Leon Auchey's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

06/24/2026

Hello Members of Orrstown Lodge # 262. Just a reminder that our next stated meeting is Thursday June 25th at 7:30pm. Please come out for our "brief" meeting as we all are looking forward to the Fellowship and the Strawberries & Ice Cream afterwards. Dress for the night is permitted to be business casual (no blue jeans or shorts). If you have not been to lodge for a while, no worries. We would love to see you there. You are encouraged to call a fellow Master Mason and bring him along with you.

06/08/2026

Hello Members of Orrstown Lodge # 262. What a great night we had at our Ladies Night Banquet. Excellent meal, great fellowship with the Brotherhood and with our ladies. We would like to thank those visiting for adding to the success. More especially, we were entertained by excellent entertainment by Whispering Creek Bluegrass. If you were not with us this evening, you definitely missed out. A room with even amazing decor is nothing without great friends and fellowship.

05/22/2026

Hello Brethren of Orrstown Lodge # 262.
I want to personally wish you & your families a restful, safe, but still an exciting holiday weekend. As you celebrate your own family traditions this weekend, please remember those USA Veterans that have given the ultimate sacrifice for our liberties & freedoms.
Please have a great Memorial Day!
I will take this time during my social media post to recognize another memorable moment, and that is of our Masonic Ladies. Behind every good Mason is an even better Lady! When I say the term Lady, I reference ALL Ladies that affect your life. This may be a wife, girlfriend, Mom, Grandmother, or Daughter. Ladies shape our firm moral structure of what we as men and Masons strive for each day (firm relationships, strength, moral code, leadership, faith, protection, and integrity). With this said, Orrstown Ladies' Night Banquet is Saturday June 6th. It will be located at Tall Timbers Park, Orrstown PA. Social arrival will be between 6:00-6:30pm and the program/meal following at 6:30pm. The meal should be very tasty, and Whispering Creek Bluegrass will be our entertainment. Please let any lodge officer know by Friday May 29th so we can give our Chef Extraordinaire a meal head count. Tickets are 30 dollars and payment can be paid the night of the event. I would truly appreciate everyone's effort to make this night a great success. Please attend and bring a fellow Brother, Lady, Friend or even your whole family with you. All are welcome. I would love to fill the house and to Excite the Masonic Light in Orrstown, PA.
Best Regards & God Bless,
Jim Sleighter – Past Master/Worshipful Master