Knight York Cross of Honour (KYCH)


A Distinguished Recognition of Leadership and Service



A Distinguished Recognition of Leadership and Service


About the Knight York Cross of Honour (KYCH)

The Knight York Cross of Honour (KYCH) is one of the highest and most respected distinctions within York Rite Masonry. It is not a degree that may be petitioned, but an invitational honor bestowed upon those who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication, and faithful service to the Craft.

Eligibility for consideration reflects a lifetime of proven governance, moral integrity, and service. A candidate must have served as Worshipful Master of a Symbolic (Blue House) Lodge, and presided over each of the three principal York Rite bodies:

  • High Priest of a Royal Arch Chapter (Red House)

  • Thrice Illustrious Master of a Cryptic Council (Purple House)

  • Eminent Commander of a Commandery of Knights Templar (Black House)

The KYCH is conferred only through recommendation and election by qualified peers, making it a true testament to earned respect, trust, and recognition within the fraternity.

Eligibility for consideration reflects a lifetime of proven governance, moral integrity, and service. A candidate must have served as Worshipful Master of a Symbolic (Blue House) Lodge, and presided over each of the three principal York Rite bodies:

  • High Priest of a Royal Arch Chapter (Red House)

  • Thrice Illustrious Master of a Cryptic Council (Purple House)

  • Eminent Commander of a Commandery of Knights Templar (Black House)


The KYCH is conferred only through recommendation and election by qualified peers, making it a true testament to earned respect, trust, and recognition within the fraternity.

Jurisdictional Deputy

P.E.P Abdullah O. Mustapha-Thomas,

KYGCH

EMINENT PRIOR​

Knight Kenneth B. Holmes​

DEPUTY PRIOR

Knight Kevin D. Hubbard

Warder of the Temple

Knight William J. Brennan

Treasurer

Knight Reynard McCord

Regristrar

Knight Marcus M. McGrew

Prelate

Knight Robert D.Singleton II

Orator

Knight Dave Gillarm Jr.

Knight Herald

Knight Charles D. Watson

Knight First Lecturer

Knight Montrez T. Legg

Knight Second Lecturer

Knight Darryl W. Sample

Knight Third Lecturer

Knight Johnny Garnett Jr.

Knight Fourth Lecturer

Knight J. Malcolm Free​

Knight Sentinal

Knight Harvey Watson

Knight Marshall

Knight Earl Parker Jr.

Past Eminent Prior

P.E.P Curtis E. B. Harris Sr., KYGCH​
2025-2026​

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Serving members, families, and communities across Alaska.

Anchorage, Alaska

Email: phglak@ak.net

Privacy Notice: Information submitted through this site is used solely for official communication and is not shared or sold.


© 2026 Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Alaska and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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