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Decree to Return to Christ
In September of 2018 a new “Declaration of Faith” was presented to the Order as a whole by the sitting Regent of the Order. While this document contained many much-needed clarifications on our code it also proposed two new directions that caused some concern. Firstly, that the OSMTJ would no longer be a religious order…
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Two New Grand Priories!
The OSMTJ is growing under the leadership of Grandmaster Mangum. 2020.1.14 Dear Templar Brothers and Sisters , As we continue to grow, I am pleased to announce two more new Grand Priories: 1) The Grand Priory of Monaco, under Grand Prior Dominizio Cipriani 2) The Grand Priory of Italy, under Grand Prior Edgardo Marziani. We…
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New Grandmaster Elected!
From ancient times, the Templars have the right to choose their own Master by the votes of the majority. A Majority of the most senior Grand Priors have called for this election legitimizing our right to finally choose our own Master of the Order. By its very definition, a “Regent” is the temporary leader of…
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Cultural Exchange Agreement – OSMTJ – OSMTHU
Groundbreaking agreement signed between OSMTJ & OSMTHU A groundbreaking agreement was signed between the OSMTJ and the OSMTHU, two of the leading branches of the Templar Order whose most modern institution dates back from over 200 years ago. In a notably fragmented movement, with many small groups of undetermined origin and frequent divisions in the…
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International Meeting in Zagreb, Croatia
In June, the OSMTJ held a successful and productive Meeting in the Capital, Zagreb, Croatia Many important topics were discussed including: Groundbreaking agreements between the OSMTJ & OSMTHU The future of the Order The Magisterial Council The Statutes Our mission and values. Please enjoy pictures from the OSMTJ annual meeting below:
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Message from the Regent – Fire at Notre Dame Cathedral
In Nice, France, on April 22nd, 2019. A Message to All Templar Knights & Dames Six days ago, in a troubled France, I heard a terrible cry: “The Cathedral Notre Dame of Paris is in flames!” It was for me, born in Paris, a frequent visual witness of this architectural splendor which provides…
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New Deputy Regent
The Regent Nicolas Haimovici Hastier has selected Ronald S. Mangum as Deputy Regent. Deputy Regent General Ronald Mangum CONGRATULATIONS ON THE APPOINTMENT OF THE NEW DEPUTY REGENT OF THE OSMTJ, GEN. RON MANGUM: “There appears to be a great deal of confusion and misunderstanding over recent events in our Order. Our Regent, Dr. Hastier, has…
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2016 OSMTJ International Conclave
November 2015 – The OSMTJ International Conclave will meet for a long weekend, Friday – Sunday, in Torres, Brazil. Right on the beach, Torres is incredibly beautiful with many things to do for those that want to extend their stay into a vacation: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g303553-Torres_State_of_Rio_Grande_do_Sul-Vacations.html
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Grand Priory of Scotland, Festival of St. Andrew’s & International Convention (Nov. 27th-29th 2015)
O.S.M.T.J. GRAND PRIORY OF SCOTLAND (Ordre Souverain et Militaire du Temple de Jérusalem) Dear Members of Chivalry,Announcing an International St Andrews Convention in Scotland on November 28th, 2015.–Location: Beautiful Dundee, Scotland. Haven’t been Knighted yet? Why not do it in a 14th centuary Scottish Castle!–Location: Balgonie Castle FifeAccommodation To Be ArrangedFormal Dinner Location: In the Grand…
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Investiture at Fortress by the Sea
The Investiture for Florida will take place Saturday February 28, 2015 at 3:30PM at Castle OTTTIS just north of St Augustine, Florida. The Castle and Abbey is a reproduction of a 1000 year old Castle in Ireland. A few slots are still available. The Cost is 125.00 per Aspirant. Each Knight will receive the Accolade, Communion,…
