Working in Des Moines

I am helping out in the Scottish Rite Office answering the phone today while they have the 33 degree conferral. I will blog about it later. j

Since I was here with access to Don's computer I thought about all of the Scottish Rite Caps that are worn. (Mine is black) I went out and found this article. It tells a lot about the different caps which are worn and the honors they represent. I thought you might find it interesting. j

I lifted this from the article for those interested.

The cap is considered a part of the uniform and is treated as such. Consequently, it must not be removed when the flag is passing, while saying the Pledge of Allegiance, or participating in prayer. On such occasions as the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance or the performance of the national anthem in song or music, the cap remains on the head, and the Scottish Rite Mason places his right hand on his heart. During prayer, the cap remains in place, but the head is slightly bowed and the hands are placed in the "Sign of the Good Shepherd": the left arm folded over the right with fingers outstretched and touching the shoulders comfortably. This dignified position reflects the compassionate spirit of the Scottish Rite in recalling the Good Shepherd as He carried a lamb over His neck, holding its feet with His crossed arms. (See image at left.)