Grand Chapter of Iowa (RAM)

Royal Arch Masonry

The York Rite consists of three Bodies — the Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, the Council of Cryptic Masons, and the Commandery of Knights Templar. Sometimes, the Lodge is considered (rightfully) a part of the York Rite and, in these cases, the Chapter can be thought of as the second part in York Rite Freemasonry. Commonly, however, the Royal Arch is considered the first step into the York Rite, especially for those who are technically joining one or more of those three Bodies.

2023-2024 Grand Officers

Grand High Priest

Anthony L. Oxley

Grand King – Erwin J. Coon – Grimes

Grand Scribe – Tom Bowersox – Cedar Rapids

Grand Treasurer – Nate Renner – Cedar Falls

Grand Secretary/Recorder – Scott Schabacker - Victor

Grand Chaplain – Fred Erickson – Madrid

Grand Captain of the Host – Rusty Hill - Perry

Grand Principal Sojourner – Mike Johnson – Spirit Lake

Grand Royal Arch Captain – Ryan Reid – Iowa City

Grand 3rd Veilsman – Dillon Holtkamp – Wever

Grand 2nd Veilsman – Bryan Bever – Grimes

Grand 1st Veilsman – Brian Ahrens, Madrid

Grand Sentinel – Tom Francis - Ottumwa

Grand Musician – Antonio Collins – West Des Moines