Welcome to the official website of the South Bend Valley of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. On behalf of the membership of the So Bend Valley and the officers of the Lodge of Perfection, I extend to you our invitation to “check us out” and explore not only the enhancements that Scottish Rite Freemasonry has to offer those of you who are already Mason’s – but also what invaluable points of interest lie within… for those that are NOT  Mason’s. 

The history of our country is earmarked through and through with the tenets and moral dogma associated with and exemplified by Freemasons worldwide. Our mission here in the Valley of South Bend, is to not only preserve and teach this treasured history and its lessons to present and future generations, but to also creatively enhance the lives of our membership through community involvement, social activities, fraternal harmony and philanthropic enrichment.

Scottish Rite Freemasonry is indeed an “enhancement” of that which we have all been taught by our parents, our academic instructors and our spiritual leaders – regardless of our social or ethnic backgrounds. The South Bend Valley (encompassing 11 Northern IN counties) is a place where men and their families - of like mind and heart – come together to share, enjoy, commune and serve.

The doors of our Scottish Rite website are wide open to YOU - as is our Valley. I hope that you will find as have I and my fellow officers and members…something that pushes YOUR buttons, something that triggers YOUR core values and interests and motivates YOU to consort and join with the Scottish Rite of South Bend’s members and their families. I personally guarantee that you will not be disappointed!

Scottish Rite Freemasonry:
Where Freemasons continue the enhancement of their knowledge. where fraternal bonds, unity and purpose is enriched; and where brothers, families and friends of common purpose- come together to serve, laugh, enjoy, grow and have FUN!

We hope that you enjoy your tour of our Valley and welcome your comments, questions and inquiries!

Sincerely and from the heart,

Richard Hess Jr PM
Thrice Potent Master
Lodge of Perfection
South Bend (IN) Valley AASR (Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite)