Welcome to the Valley of Spokane Scottish Rite.  We are a fraternal organization dedicated to furthering Craft Freemasonry beyond that of a Master Mason.  The Scottish Rite consists of the 4th through 32nd Degree, including the 33rd and last degree, which is awarded only for exceptional service.  It is the mission of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, SJ, to improve its members and enhance the communities in which they live by teaching and emulating the principles of Brotherly Love, Tolerance, Charity and Truth while embracing high social, moral and spiritual values including fellowship, compassion and dedication to God, family and country.  In the United States the Scottish Rite is an extension of the degrees of Freemasonry.  The Scottish Rite builds upon the ethical teachings and philosophy offered in the craft lodge through dramatic presentation of the individual degrees.  Like the mystery schools of ancient times, the many degrees imparted in the Scottish Rite system introduce thoughts and lessons not available in the craft lodge degrees.  As Masons we are always looking for more light, and the Scottish Rite serves as an extension of what was learned in the first three degrees and builds upon those degrees to enhance and enrich one's life.  The Scottish Rite degrees are rich in symbolism causing each Mason to study, reflect and deliberate on his own.  The Scottish Rite of Freemasonry came to Spokane in _____ and we are proud to be the first truly esoteric body, not only in thought, but also in practice.  Welcome to Spokane Scottish Rite, no matter where you are on your path.