Manchester No.14 AF&AM

10/18/2026

Today, Manchester No. 14 had the honor of raising two new Master Masons to the sublime degree of Master Mason!

This is what Freemasonry is all about — brothers coming together, sharing our traditions, and investing in the next generation of Masons.

A special thank you to the degree team from Manchester No. 14 and the Brothers from across Central Virginia who came together to deliver a top-notch degree experience for our newest Master Masons. The time, preparation, and dedication you put into this work reflect the very best of our fraternity.

Congratulations to our two newest Master Masons! May your Masonic journeys be filled with knowledge, brotherhood, and opportunities to serve.

Many hands, one purpose, and a bond that makes us brothers.

10/13/2026

Only 70 tickets available. Come celebrate 240 Years of the Possum Lodge and listen to Right Excellent Joel Bundy discuss the importance of Royal Arch in the completion of your Blue Lodge journey.

Admits 1 to the Table Lodge; Dinner, Mead, W**e or NA W**e for Toasts, Manchester No. 14 Lapel Pin, Challenge Coin and Commemorative Cannon Included with admission. Menu: Smoked Prime Rib or Smoked Turkey Breast, Smoked Macaroni & Cheese, Broccoli & Cauliflower and Rum Cake Only 70 Tickets Available

10/05/2026

06/24/2026

Brethren, this week the Grand Master encourages every lodge to take an honest look at where they may be struggling , whether it’s membership growth, fundraising, or other areas of lodge vitality. No lodge is alone in these challenges, and none of us are expected to solve them without support.

That’s why this week’s challenge is simple: Reach out to the Lodge Services Committee.

This committee exists to help lodges thrive. They offer guidance, resources, and experience to support growth, improve engagement, and strengthen the work we do together. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it’s a sign of leadership and a commitment to the future of your lodge.

If your lodge is facing hurdles, large or small, take the step.
Connect with the committee. Start the conversation. Strengthen your lodge.

We grow stronger when we work together.

Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Q9CbBEe5oQs?si=uwEYuQOgl8koCVaE

06/24/2026

REMINDER: This THURSDAY is the Grand Master's Official Visit to Masonic Districts 15A & 15B. We can't wait to see everyone there!

Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: ACCA Shriners' Center, 1712 Bellevue Ave, Richmond, VA
Attire: Suit & tie

Make reservation to Right Worshipful Nick Thurston.

06/24/2026

⛳ Registration and Sponsorships are now open for the 18th Annual Ja...

06/17/2026

06/17/2026

Brethren, this week’s Grand Master’s Challenge calls on each of us to extend a heartfelt act of kindness to our Masonic widows.

A simple gesture like a phone call, a handwritten card, a visit, a meal, or help with an errand, can bring comfort, connection, and a reminder that they remain an important part of our Masonic family. These women stood beside our departed Brothers with strength and devotion; it is our duty and privilege to show them that they are not forgotten.

Let us each take a moment this week to reach out with compassion and gratitude. Small acts of kindness can make a profound difference.

Watch the Grand Master's Challenge here: https://youtu.be/VGTJ93OzVDM?si=bh0MoqCggf_e92G-

06/03/2026

The Grand Master Challenge 27 is for our brethren to put a special date on their calendar, Saturday, October 3rd, which will be the Masonic Family Day at the Masonic Home of Virginia (MAHOVA), in Richmond, Virginia.

There will be a lot of new activities and events to make it more exciting for you and your family!

Watch here: https://bit.ly/4uIWbS1

04/20/2026

By joining the 1890 Club, you honor that Solemn Obligation we all share: to care for our fellow Masons, their wives, and widows. Your monthly gift of $18.90 helps ensure that our beloved Masonic Home of Virginia remains a refuge of compassion, dignity, and Brotherhood. Stand with your Masonic Family and place your name with the records in the archives of one of the most Masonic places on earth.

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