The York Rite is one of the appendant bodies of Freemasonry in which a Master Mason may proceed to supplement and amplify the Blue Lodge degrees, affording historical background on the work and meaning of Freemasonry. The York Rite takes its name from the old English city of York. The York Rite is not a religion in itself, it does, however, develop themes based on the Medieval Crusades. In the York Rite , A Master Mason may become a member of three bodies - A chapter of Royal Arch Masons, a council of Royal and Select Masters , and a commandery of Knights Templar.

Pittsburg Chap. No. 58 Royal Arch Masons Officers for 2005 High Priest: Tom Jacks King: Tyler Batley Scribe: W. Wes Friedman Captain of the Host: W.R. "Dick" Tindel Treasurer/Recorder: Marvin Armstrong Principal Sojourner: Billy McMillin Royal Arch Captain: Michael Bicknell Master of First Veil: Gary Goebel Master of Second Veil: Don Hadlock Master of Third Veil: Oscar Fettig Sentinel: Keith W. Carr

Silver Trowel Council No. 27 R.S.M. Officers for 2005 Illustrious Master: Tyler Batley Deputy: W. Wes Friedman Pr. Con. of the Work: W. R. “Dick” Tindel Recorder/Treasurer: Marvin Armstrong Captain of the Guard: Michael Bicknell Conductor of Council: Chuck Blatchley Steward: Gary Goebel Sentinel: Keith W. Carr Chaplain: Donald B. Kelley

Montjoie Commandery No. 29 Officers for 2005 Commander: Tyler Batley Generalissimo: W.R. "Dick" Tindel Captain General: Michael Bicknell Recorder/Treasurer: Marvin Armstrong Senior Warden: Gary Goebel Junior Warden: Tom Jacks Prelate: Donald B. Kelley Standard Bearer: Keith Carr Sword Bearer: Oscar Fettig Warder: Charles Blatchley Sentinel: Keith W. Carr