How does Scottish rite operate?
There are Scottish Rite centers called “Valleys” in 110 cities and towns in the fifteen states. There are four coordinate divisions in Scottish Rite – Lodge of Perfection, covering the 4° to 14° (presiding officer – Thrice Potent Master); Council of Princes of Jerusalem, covering the 15° and 16° (presiding officer – Sovereign Prince); Chapter of Rose Croix, covering the 17° and 18° (presiding officer – Most wise Master), and Consistory of Sublime Princes of the Royal Secret, covering the 19° to 32° (presiding officer – Commander-in-Chief). Some Valleys do not have all four divisions and, in such cases, their candidates receive Council, Chapter or Consistory work in neighboring Valleys.
