In Honor of Juneteenth
This year marks the 159th year since en- slaved Africans in Galveston, Texas, finally re- ceived word from the local Union Army com- mander. It was a pivotal moment in American history that signaled slavery's end. This news came nearly two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proc-
The Prince Hall Masons are one of Ameri- ca's oldest civil rights organizations. As our illus- trious founder advocated for equal rights for Afri- can Americans and inspired several generations of black people to follow in his footsteps, we must be willing to continue these efforts in the face of great hardship. These standards are em-
lamation. It demon- strated the profound delays and struggles in fighting for free- dom and justice. The United Su- preme Council - DC successfully held its annual Juneteenth cel- ebration at the Wash- ington National Ca-
bedded in our organizational structure as Scottish Rite Masons. We acknowledge our core tenets: reverence to God, devotion, integrity, jus- tice, equality, and service to
thedral with the unwavering support of the Order of the Golden Circle. We are grateful for all the support and dedication of everyone who attended and supported the event. Our sincere thanks go out to everyone who made this celebration so memorable. Our beloved organization was able to honor black contributions, pay respects at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. memorial, and remember the sacrifices of our predecessors thanks to the support of our Auxiliary, the Order of the Golden Circle.
humanity. As members of the United Supreme Council - DC, Order of the Golden Circle, and Freemasonry, we must embody these values and practice them daily. While we continue to service our respec- tive legacies with honor and grace, the Sovereign Grand Commander and the Grand Loyal Lady remain shining examples, leading us toward even greater progress. Additionally, we must affirm the critical work of protecting all Americans' rights
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