The York Rite enjoys one of the oldest names in all of Masonry. Its legends are included in the Gothic Constitutions dating back as far as the 10th century. Its themes were known early on in English and Irish Freemasonry and came into common usage in early 19th century America. Today the Rite is known all over the world and its significance is highly respected by all serious students of Masonry.

In the Cryptic Masonry Education Course to the Degrees of the Cryptic Rite, we welcome each Royal and Select Master to engage his mind and heart in the great journey of discovery that represents the Royal Arch or Secret Vault Tradition in Freemasonry. This tradition acknowledges that one of the great mysteries in life is that no man can know the principle of his own life. The power of action, will, of movement and thought, of memory and dreams are all mysteries. Yet we have the impulse to seek the unknown, to see the divine mystery of our being. This course can be studied individually, or as a study guide, moderated by a facilitator in a group of companions of the Council. It is designed to educate Royal and Select Masters in the origin, history, themes, and symbolism of the Degrees of the Cryptic Rite. It is hoped, upon completion of this course, that you will consider yourself much more enlightened in the meanings and relevance of the Cryptic Degrees of the York Rite of Freemasonry.

Any Oklahoma Cryptic Mason may purchase a copy of the Cryptic Masonry Education Course for himself. For more information, please send an e-mail message to gsritegc@gmail.com.