The Priory Of The Light, Inspired by Legacy, Driven by Service: The Modern Knights Templar is an Ecumenical Christian and Chivalric charitable Order. We honor the rich history of the Knights Templar, but our mission goes beyond lineage. We aim to emulate their core values in a modern context.
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Each year, The Priory Of The Light gathers for a momentous occasion – the Convent and Investiture. This formal ceremony, steeped in tradition and imbued with solemnity, serves as a cornerstone of our Order’s life. Typically held in April, the Convent and Investiture provides a sacred space for our Knights and Dames to come together.
The annual Investiture ceremony formally welcomes approved applicants (Postulants) into the Order. During this sacred Convent and Investiture (C&I) ceremony, Postulants receive the accolade (dubbing) and become Knights or Dames. The C&I serves as a solemn rededication and spiritual renewal, marking your official entry into the Priory of the Light.
The ceremony is a time for profound reflection. Knights and Dames contemplate the core tenets of our Order: unwavering devotion to God, unwavering commitment to serving humanity, and a deep respect for the rich history of the Knights Templar. Through this introspection, we strengthen our vows of fidelity to the Order and reaffirm our dedication to its ideals.
The Convent and Investiture also serves a pivotal role in welcoming new members into our fold. Postulants, having undergone a period of preparation and discernment, stand before the assembled Knights and Dames. Following their agreement to uphold the Order’s principles, they receive the accolade, a symbolic gesture signifying their official induction into The Priory of the Christian Soldier.
The Priory holds the utmost respect for transparency. In that spirit, we extend a warm invitation to the public to witness the Convent and Investiture. Observing the ceremony provides a unique opportunity to gain firsthand insight into the core values and practices that guide our Order.
The selection of the host city for the Convent and Investiture rests with the Priory’s Executive Committee. To ensure a seamless and dignified ceremony, meticulous planning takes place. This includes securing suitable venues, such as hotels to accommodate our members and churches to provide a sacred space for the ceremony itself.
Through the annual Convent and Investiture, The Priory Of The Light fosters a deep sense of community, rekindles commitment to our ideals, and welcomes new members who share our unwavering faith and dedication to service.
If you would like to be a part of a group that it’s members include some of this countries most notable political, military, civic, and community leaders. A group that focuses on the needs of others, a group with a rich and meaningful history. If this sounds like a good fit for your future, please contact us today. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
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