Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite

Welcome!

Greetings and welcome to our website. On behalf of the officers and membership of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite – Valley of Youngstown, Ohio. We hope that you take a moment to browse our site and find out what Scottish Rite Masonry is all about.

Freemasonry is dedicated to making good men better. It focuses on the individual man, strengthening his character, improving his moral and spiritual outlook, and broadening his mental horizons. Freemasonry impresses upon the minds of its members the principles of personal responsibility and morality, encouraging each member to practice in his daily life the lessons taught through symbolic degrees. One of the universal doctrines of Freemasonry is the belief in the “Brotherhood of Man and the Fatherhood of God.” The importance of this belief is established by each Mason as he practices the three principal tenets of Masonry: Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth.

Our Vision

“We will strive to be a fraternity that fulfills our Masonic obligation to care for our members.”

Our Mission

Provide Inspiration for our members through meaningful programs and degrees.
Provide Convenient opportunities for our members to enhance their lives.
Provide Enjoyable programs and fellowship activities for our members.

The Core Values of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite are: Reverence for God, Integrity, Justice, Tolerance, Devotion to Country and Humanity.

The Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is an extension of the first three degrees of Craft Freemasonry. Here the member witnesses’ degrees from the 4° through the 32°. Each degree provides a moral lesson that can help the member be a better person. The Valley of Youngstown draws members of the Craft Lodges from Trumbull, Mahoning, and Columbiana counties of Ohio.

All Bodies of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite – Valley of Youngstown acknowledge and yield allegiance to the Supreme Council, Thirty-Third Degree, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America whose Grand East is in Lexington, Massachusetts of which Ill. David A. Glattly, 33°, is the Sovereign Grand Commander.

Thursday Night at the Rite Returns!

  Bi-weekly, February 1 – April 25, 2024, 8 PM ET

11/22/2023 – Online

The countdown begins for another incredible season of TNR. Season Five promises to deliver:

  • Degrees exemplified by Valleys from across the NMJ
  • Two surprise degree presentations
  • Several lesser-seen degrees to help fill your passport
  • Fraternal fellowship, discussion, and reflection

Don’t miss Opening Night on February 1, 2024 at 8 PM for two exemplifications of the 8° “Intendant of the Building”!

One traditional and one less conventional, brought to you by the Valley of Pittsburgh.

  Add the 8th Degree to your calendar.

View the full Season 5 schedule here.

View the full Season 5 schedule here.

Valley of Youngstown donates to Michael’s Miracle Foundation at annual golf outing.

6/26/2023 – Youngstown

Michael’s Miracle Foundation was created by Tom and Tammy Parteleno to benefit their son Michael, who has been diagnosed with Batten’s Disease. Batten’s disease is a rare, progressive neurological disease which is incurable and has a mortality rate of 100%. All proceeds from the outing will benefit Michael’s ongoing medical needs and related expenses.

Here is a link for more information on the event, Batten’s disease, and how it effects people.

Michael's Miracle

Congratulations to the 2023 Valley of Youngstown’s Meritorious Service Award (MSA) recipients!

6/3/2023 – Cleveland
 
Congratulations to Sublime Prince Harold Blackann, MSA and Sublime Prince Zachary Vargo, MSA who were nominated by the presiding officers of the Valley of Youngstown for the Meritorious Service Award at the 2023 Ohio Council of Deliberation! The MSA can only be awarded by a State Council of Deliberation to a member in good standing for outstanding or significant services performed within the Scottish Rite and cannot be applied for.
 

Valley of Youngstown donates $1,500 to local charity, Elisa’s Entourage!

6/9/2023
 
Taking a note from last year, Sublime Prince Paul Clouser and the Valley of Youngstown once again donated $1,500 to Elisa’s Entourage! Their goal is to maintain a bigger reach in the Down Syndrome and special needs community. They have raised more than $100,000 to benefit the Down Syndrome Association of our own Mahoning Valley! The Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite was more than happy to donate to this wonderful cause.
 
For more information, visit https://www.elisasentourage.com/.
 
 

5/15/2023

Come join in the fun on Friday, June 30th at the Scottish Rite Scrappers Family Picnic!  An all you can eat picnic will proceed 90 minutes before the ball game, followed by fireworks post game.  Please make reservations by contacting Tim Flack (330.755.8242, timflack@sbcglobal.net) by Friday, June 9th.

Picnic: 5:30 PM
     (Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Chips, Cookies, Soft Drinks)
Game time: 7:05 PM

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3/14/2023

The Ohio Council of Deliberation is holding a golf outing on Monday, June 26th at the York Golf Club in Columbus, Ohio.

Registration: 11:00 AM ($65)
Lunch: 12:00 PM
     (Hot Dogs, Brats, Chips, Cookies)
Shotgun Start: 1:00 PM
Dinner: (TBA)

For more details and to register, click the link to download the form.   2023 OCD Golf Outing June 26

Six Valley Degree Day has a wonderful turnout in Canton!

1/28/2023
 
The Six Valley Degree Day was held in Canton, OH on Saturday, January 28th, 2023.  Scottish Rite Freemasons from all over the state were in attendance to witness the six degrees performed.  Every degree was beautifully done by their respective valleys.  The Valley of Youngstown portrayed the 21st degree in such a remarkable fashion, many positive comments were made afterwards about the work.  The Valley of Youngstown can hold their head high!  If you missed this performance of the 21st degree, you can still catch it , along with many others, at the Scottish Rite Reunion, April 28th-29th (See the Events tab for times).
 
 

Valley of Youngstown donates $1,500 to local charity, Elisa’s Entourage!

5/1/2022
 
The Valley of Youngstown recently donated $1,500 to Elisa’s Entourage! Their goal is to maintain a bigger reach in the Down Syndrome and special needs community. They have raised more than $100,000 to benefit the Down Syndrome Association of our own Mahoning Valley! The Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite was more than happy to donate to this wonderful cause.
 
For more information, visit https://www.elisasentourage.com/.
The Valley of Youngstown donates $1,500 to Elisa's Entourage (5/1/2022)
The Valley of Youngstown donates $1,500 to Elisa’s Entourage (5/1/2022)

Feast of the Paschal Lamb live again!

I would like to thank all that participated and attended the Feast of the Paschal Lamb today! Everything was perfect. I wish all of you, and your families a Happy Easter!
 
Michael Johnson
Most Worshipful Master
Feast of the Pascal Lamb (April 10th, 2022; Warren Masonic Temple)
Feast of the Paschal Lamb (April 10th, 2022; Warren Masonic Temple)

View the “Feast of the Paschal Lamb” ceremony here!

Scottish Rite Hockey Night was a great success!

On January 8th, Scottish Rite took it to the ice!  With seats right up against the glass, there was non-stop action at the Covelli Center watching our beloved Youngstown Phantoms.  In addition to our Scottish Rite members, we had an opportunity to meet 12 Master Masons in fellowship as well. From the food to the action on the ice, the entire event was a great success.  Special thanks to Illustrious brother Zel Bush (Membership Commitee Chairman), and Brother Dan Bradaick for organizing a wonderful masonic evening.

January 8th, 2022 (Covelli Center)