St. John's Lodge No. 3 Newsletter

177th Annual Communication of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio

Dear Past Masters, Wardens, and Brothers of St. John's Lodge No. 3,

Fraternal Greetings,

The time is quickly approaching for one of the most important events on our Masonic calendar—the 177th Annual Communication of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio.

This year's Annual Communication will be held:

📅 July 31 – August 4, 2026
📍 The Westin Cleveland Downtown
777 St. Clair Avenue NE
Cleveland, Ohio 44114

This Annual Communication provides an opportunity for our Brothers from across the Jurisdiction to gather in unity, conduct the business of our Grand Lodge, participate in educational sessions, honor deserving recipients, worship together, and strengthen the bonds of Brotherly Love.

Highlights Include

• Friday, July 31
  • 3rd Annual Golf Outing
• Saturday, August 1
  • Masonic Education
  • Aaron Moss Jr. Awards & Scholarship Program
• Sunday, August 2
  • Divine Service
  • Memorial Service
  • Public Procession
• Monday, August 3
  • Devotions
  • Opening of the 177th Annual Communication
  • Grand Master's Reception
• Tuesday, August 4
  • Business Session Continues

Registration

• Advanced Registration: $125 (on or before July 1, 2026)
• Late / On-Site Registration: $150 (after July 2, 2026)

If you have not already registered, please make plans to do so as soon as possible.

Registration link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/261076581674161

Hotel Information

The Westin Cleveland Downtown

Group Rate: $169 + tax per night

Reservations: (888) 627-8085

Be sure to mention "Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio" when making your reservation to receive the group rate.

A Message to the Brethren

As representatives of St. John's Lodge No. 3, let us attend this Annual Communication prepared to support our Grand Lodge, participate in the business of the Craft, and demonstrate the dignity, professionalism, and brotherly spirit that have long characterized our Lodge.

May we gather in fellowship, learn from one another, and continue the important work of Freemasonry throughout the Jurisdiction.

"We meet in Unity. We labor in Harmony. We part in Peace."

Fraternally,

St. John's Lodge No. 3
Prince Hall Free & Accepted Masons

Good Afternoon Past Masters,Wardens and Brothers 

A few communications for this upcoming week

-Mon 4/21 Masonic Education is cancelled.Please review and study FC degree.

-Also Mon 4/21@7pm TA#2 has invited us to attend their deputy visit 

-Tues 4/22@7pm is M&W at 1647 Clayton street.

-Wed 4/30@7pm will be Leaders club. All Past Masters and Principal officers are encouraged to attend. 

Thank you

Worshipful Master

Jerry D. Hyman