Edfu Temple No. 267

05/29/2026

Happy Anniversary Edfu!!

05/22/2026

ATTENTION STUDENTS & FAMILIES! 📚🎓

The Desert of the District of Columbia Prince Hall Shriners is proud to announce our 2026 Scholarship Opportunity!

We will award:
🏆 (3) $1,000 Scholarships

Available to eligible students residing in:
📍 Washington, DC
📍 Prince George’s County, Maryland

We are investing in students who demonstrate:
✅ Academic effort
✅ Leadership potential
✅ A commitment to growth and success

📌 Scholarship Requirements:
✔️ Minimum GPA: 2.5
✔️ 500–750 word personal essay
✔️ Two (2) letters of recommendation

📅 Application Deadline:
May 31, 2026

📧 Submit Applications To:
[email protected]

For questions or additional information, please contact:
📩 [email protected]

Please share this opportunity with students, parents, schools, churches, and community organizations throughout the DMV area!

05/17/2026

“Unity and Strength” was more than a theme — it was the spirit felt throughout the room as Edfu Temple No. 267 hosted its historic Inaugural Prayer Breakfast.

05/17/2026

“Unity and Strength” was more than a theme — it was the spirit felt throughout the room as Edfu Temple No. 267 hosted its historic Inaugural Prayer Breakfast.

05/17/2026

“Unity and Strength” was more than a theme — it was the spirit felt throughout the room as Edfu Temple No. 267 hosted its historic Inaugural Prayer Breakfast.

From the powerful fellowship and inspiring words delivered by Elder Carlvern Dunn, to the overwhelming support shown by Nobles, family, friends and distinguished guests, this event reflected the true meaning of brotherhood, faith, leadership and community.

The atmosphere was filled with encouragement, prayer, laughter and renewed purpose as we came together not only as Nobles, but as men committed to uplifting our communities and strengthening one another.

This was not just a breakfast — it was the beginning of a legacy.

Thank you to every Noble, supporter, volunteer and guest who helped make this inaugural event a tremendous success and well-attended occasion. Your presence, participation and support demonstrated that Edfu Temple No. 267 continues to set the standard.

“The Temple where the Standard is the Standard and anything less, is unacceptable.”

05/09/2026

GET READY FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!

The 50th Noble John "Peterbug" Matthews (267) Day is bringing the energy, the culture, and the LIVE performances you do not want to miss!

📅 Saturday, June 20th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 502 13th / Peterbugs Way SE, Washington, DC

🌟 Featuring: 🎤 Frank Sirius 🎤 Skip Mahoney & The Casuals 🎤 Queen Storm 🎤 Kai Rollins 🎤 Sims Streeter 🎤 Sami Hodge

💥 Live Music
💥 Community Vibes
💥 Great Entertainment
💥 Celebration of Culture & Legacy

This milestone celebration promises incredible performances, fellowship, and memories that will last a lifetime!

📍Come out and celebrate 50 years of Peterbug Day Festival excellence!
🎉 Bring your family, friends, and festival spirit!

05/08/2026

04/14/2026

Join the Nobles of Edfu Temple No. 267 for the Unity and Strength Prayer Breakfast!!

02/01/2026

As we enter Black History Month, we pause to honor the strength, brilliance and unshakable legacy of those who came before us. Their sacrifices, resilience and unyielding pursuit of excellence paved the way for our journey today.

This month, let us honor the past, celebrate the present and ignite the future—knowing that WE are the continuation of a story rooted in greatness.

Honor. Remember. Inspire.

Celebrating the richness of our heritage and the power of our collective voice.

Fraternally and respectfully,

HPIP Les Walker
Imperial Deputy of the Oasis
Edfu Temple No. 267

Oasis of Washington
Desert of the District of Columbia

01/14/2026

Congratulations to PC Shelby Hill, pictured with Assistant Sheriff Noble Standford Moore (267), Jr, upon her successful graduation from the Prince George's County Citizens Academy. The academy is a 13-week initiative providing participants with a detailed exploration of policing practices, training, and procedures through a combination of lectures, discussions, and interactive activities, as well as insights into the county's broader criminal justice framework.