Category: Messages

  • International Newsletter, September 2022!

    There have been some exciting happenings in the past few months in the OSMTJ. Numerous charity projects and additional National Entities have been added! To submit a story to the International Newsletter, please contact International Editor Paul Burrows. English Spanish French

  • A Statement from the Grand Master Regarding the Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

  • Update on International Convent in Tomar, Portugal 2022

    Tomar OSMTJ International Convent 21-22 October 2022 Tomar, Portugal Total cost (less tranporation to Portugal) = 475€ inculding hotel, transporation and breakfast & lunch daily Total cost (less transportation to Portugal and return) = 475€ including hotel, transportation and breakfast & lunch daily 21 October  Arrive: transportation provided from Lisbon airport to Tomar  Diner in…

  • Investiture of Colombia and Peru – August 2022

    Grand Prior Kris Rey Sanchez of Peru and Grand Prior Javier Gamez Vizcaino of Colombia have come together for a joint investiture to bestow the accolade on several new Knights. The unity and joy of the Ibero-American Assembly is apparent and their leadership is a model for all the Templar world. Please congratulate and pray…

  • Grand Priory of Portugal Provides School Supplies for Needy Children

    The Grand Prior of Portugal, lead by H.E. Grand Prior Luciano Fernandes recently provided a local school and needy students with books, study manuals as well as pencils, pens and painting materials. The joy and gratitude from the students was very apparent. Thank you, Grand Prior for showing the love of God in the battle…

  • Welcome the New Grand Priory of Georgia!

    Today we are welcoming the new Grand Priory for the noble nation of Georgia. Grand Prior, H.E. Levan Chkheidze has ascended to the high office. Let all the Knights and Dames of the Order extend their warmest sentiments of brotherhood and good will to our newest member of the International community. May you lead with…

  • Recognizing a New International Priory For Those Without a National Body

    Today we are recognizing H.E. Prior Alan Scarlett as International Prior! Prior Alan has been working diligently for years as the leader and mentor for those who apply to the Order in countries for which no National entity currently exists. He then assists in the growth, education and participation for those who would otherwise be…

  • International Convent in Tomar, Portugal – 2022

    We are proud to announce that our Grand Prior of Portugal, H.E. Luciano Fernandes will be hosting an International Convent October 21-23, 2022 in Tomar, Portugal. All Knights and Dames of the Order who are able to attend are encouraged to do so. Special events will surround the Templar gathering in this historic city of…

  • Grand Priory of Germany Supports Welfare of Children

    The German Grand Priory of OSMTJ has made child care and child protection a main subject of its charity work. A special focus is on disabled children as well as on disabled adults. The German Grand Prior Martin Watzlawik has decided to introduce the title “Knight of Hearts” with which disabled persons are to be…

  • Commandery of the Philippines Charitable Action

    The Commandery of the Philippines is doing God’s work as Templars, gift giving and Charity works for the 70 beneficiaries of children with special needs (SPED) at Central School, Oriental Mindoro. Together with the hand and hand support coming from the AFP, San Teodoro MPS, 4th PLTN-1PMFC, and aspirants of TFOE-PE. Hebrews 13:16 “And do…