News and Events › News
News
All the latest Masonic news from the Grand Lodge of California.

Download Grand Lodge of California Virtual Backgrounds
Looking to amp up your video calls with a new virtual background? Download some of our favorite shots of the California Masonic Memorial Temple in San Francisco.

New Years Message from Grand Master Arthur H. Weiss
Read the latest message from Grand Master of Masons of California Arthur H. Weiss.

2020-2021 Masonic Restoration: A Lifeline Back to Lodge
Whether a member has been suspended for two months or 20 years, learn more about the member restoration campaign from Grand Master Arthur H. Weiss is proposing to provide members a simple, straightforward path back to the Craft.

Thanksgiving Message from Grand Master Arthur H. Weiss
Read the latest message from Grand Master of Masons of California Arthur H. Weiss.

2021 Grand Master Proclamations
Together with the rest of the Grand Family, Grand Master John E. Trauner has announced his administration’s proclamations for the 2020 fraternal year.

Grand Master’s Decisions on Masonic-Sponsored Meetings and Events During COVID-19
Grand Master Arthur Weiss has issued two important decisions related to the suspension of in-person Masonic events and meetings; and to holding special and stated meetings and officer elections online.

Rocket Man: Grand Master Arthur Weiss on Freemasonry, Outer Space, and the Future
The newly installed Grand Master aims for return to lodges in 2021.

See How Far We’ve Come in the 2020 Fraternity Plan Review
Download the 2020 Fraternity Plan Review today to learn about the many initiatives and efforts lodges have led since 2015 in service of those timeless principals.

Message on Wildfires from Grand Master John Trauner
Hear the latest from Grand Master John E. Trauner regarding the recent California wildfires.

Announcing Changes to 2020 Annual Communication
Read the latest update from Grand Master John E. Trauner regarding the 2020 Annual Communication.

Important Update from Grand Master John Trauner July 2
Read Grand Master John E. Trauner’s July update continuing his March 18 directive that there shall be no Masonic gatherings of any kind in the state until further notice.

Join Us for the Online Masonic Speaker Series
The Masons of California host an exciting and entirely digital speakers’ series featuring lectures and talks from Masonic experts on a range of topics.

Join the Masons of CA on Facebook Live
Join fellow California Masons each Saturday night at 9 p.m. on Facebook Live for a virtual toast celebrating our fraternal bonds, as well as honoring those working on the frontlines during the COVID-19 crisis.

Masonic Online Leadership Course
Designed for masters and wardens, open to all: Presenting all-new online Masonic leadership training

An Update from Grand Master John Trauner
Here’s an update on Grand Lodge operations from Grand Master John E. Trauner.

iMember 2.0 Secretary Worksheet
Use the links here to learn how to complete each of the common tasks of a secretary in iMember 2.0.

IMEMBER TRAINING
This summer, lodges in California will have a new, intuitive, web-based member management system. Sign up to get trained!

COVID-19 Updates
Check back frequently for the latest updates about what we’re doing during Covid-19.

Grand Lodge-Sponsored Event Status Spring 2020
Status for Grand Lodge-Sponsored Events – Spring 2020

Speaker Series Archive
Watch past presentations from our online Masonic Speaker Series featuring lectures and talks from Masonic experts on a range of topics.