The Masonic and Military Orders of the Temple and of St John of Jerusalem, Palestine, Rhodes and Malta, or the “United Orders” as we more commonly refer to them, are beautiful Christian masonic orders with a rich and colourful history. They have flourished in Worcestershire since 1857 and the Province now consists of 16 units, known as Preceptories, situated within the old County boundary of Worcestershire including parts of Birmingham and the West Midlands.

The Orders are thriving and popular with meetings being well attended. As well as experiencing some of the most challenging and meaningful ritual in Masonry, members enjoy a great camaraderie at meetings and large sums are raised for the Orders’ charity, the Eye Hospital of St John of Jerusalem.