JWK Consistory #40

03/29/2026

03/07/2026

03/06/2026

On this day, Prince Hall and fourteen other Free Black men were initiated into British Army Lodge No. 441, laying the foundation for what would become Prince Hall Freemasonry—the oldest continuously operating Black-led fraternal institution in the United States.

At a time when freedom was denied and opportunity restricted, these 15 men chose brotherhood, character, and moral leadership. Their courage did more than shape a fraternity—it helped shape a people.

Today, we honor their names, their resolve, and their enduring legacy.

https://princehall.org/african-lodge-459/

03/06/2026

VCOD & VSCOA attended the 139th Annual Session, United Supreme Council-AASR-SJ- PHA 11-14 October 2025

01/25/2026

01/25/2026

Fraters & Loyal Ladies:

It is with profound sorrow and deep reverence that we notify the membership of the passing of Mrs. Diann Hawkins, the beloved mother of our Sovereign Grand Commander, Dr. Corey D. Hawkins, Sr., 33°.

This is an immeasurable loss not only to the Hawkins family, but also to the United Supreme Council, as our Sovereign Grand Commander grieves the loss of a matriarch whose life, love, and legacy helped shape the man who now leads this historic institution. We ask the entire membership to hold Dr. Hawkins and his family close in your prayers, reflections, and hearts during this most difficult time.

Out of respect for the family as they mourn, we respectfully request that the membership refrain from personal calls, messages, or inquiries to the Sovereign Grand Commander and his immediate family in the immediate future. Further information, including arrangements and appropriate opportunities for expressions of condolence, will be shared when and if the family authorizes their release.

Let us, as Fraters & Loyal Ladies, demonstrate our unity, discipline, and compassion by honoring their need for privacy and peace, while offering our collective prayers and support.

Once again, we ask that you keep the Hawkins family uplifted during this period of bereavement.

O Death,
Where is thy Sting?
O Grave,
Where is thy Reward?

Respectfully and solemnly,


Dr. Laurence K. Collins, II, 33º
Grand Secretary-General, H∴E∴

11/11/2025

A message from our SGC Dr. Corey D Hawkins, 33 Esq.