Grand Encampment Official Emblem
THE GRAND ENCAMPMENT

College of Honors

Recognizing Distinguished Service
✦ HONOR • SERVICE • LEADERSHIP ✦
Knight Commander of the Temple
KCT
Knight Commander
of the Temple
Knight Grand Cross of the Temple
KGC
Knight Grand Cross
of the Temple
Grand Cross Templar
GCT
Grand Cross
Templar

The Grand Encampment

About the College of Honors

The Grand Encampment College of Honors recognizes distinguished service, faithful leadership, and exceptional dedication to the principles and mission of the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar P.H.A., USA, Inc.

Through its established honors, the College acknowledges Sir Knights whose service has strengthened the Order, advanced its programs, and contributed meaningfully to the growth and preservation of Prince Hall Templary.

The honors of Knight Commander of the Temple, Knight Grand Cross of the Temple, and Grand Cross Templar represent a continuing progression of recognition for meritorious service and sustained commitment to the Grand Encampment.

The Grand Encampment College of Honors

Hall of Honorees

The Hall of Honorees recognizes Sir Knights whose distinguished service, leadership, and devotion have earned recognition within the Grand Encampment College of Honors.

Knight Commander of the Temple medal

KCT

Knight Commander of the Temple

Honoring distinguished service and dedication to Prince Hall Templary and the mission of the Grand Encampment.

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Knight Grand Cross of the Temple medal

KGC

Knight Grand Cross of the Temple

Recognizing exceptional and sustained service to the Grand Encampment and the advancement of Prince Hall Templary.

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Grand Cross Templar medal

GCT

Grand Cross Templar

The Grand Cross Templar identifies the active and emeriti members who serve as the leadership of the Grand Encampment College of Honors. These Sir Knights are responsible for the administration, governance, and preservation of the College and its honors.

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Bring the College of Honors to Your Jurisdiction

Request a Jurisdictional Investiture

Invite the Grand Encampment College of Honors to conduct an investiture during your Grand Conclave or another approved jurisdictional gathering.

Official emblem of the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar

Recognize Deserving Sir Knights Closer to Home

A jurisdictional investiture provides an opportunity for deserving Sir Knights to receive Grand Encampment honors within their own Jurisdiction, particularly those who may not be able to travel to the Grand Conclave.

Conducting an investiture during a Grand Conclave or another approved jurisdictional event may also allow more family members, fellow Sir Knights, and jurisdictional leaders to attend and witness this distinguished recognition.

Application and Request Process

1

Complete the Application

Complete the appropriate Knight Commander of the Temple or Knight Grand Cross of the Temple application.

2

Submit Through Your Jurisdiction

Provide the completed application and supporting materials to your Grand Recorder and/or Jurisdictional Deputy for review and proper submission.

3

Request the Investiture

The Jurisdiction Grand Commander may request that the Grand Encampment conduct the investiture during its Grand Conclave or another approved jurisdictional event.

A current Masonic résumé is required with each application. Applications should not be submitted without the required Masonic résumé and any other requested supporting documentation.

Grand Commanders: Submit the Jurisdictional Investiture Request

Requests for the Grand Encampment to conduct a College of Honors Investiture should be submitted to the office of the Most Eminent Grand Master.

Most Eminent Grand Master
megm@gektpha.org

Complete and Submit an Application

Complete the appropriate application, include a current Masonic résumé, and submit the required materials through your Jurisdiction for review.