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Chapter Home | Chapter Calendar | Officers| History | Past Master Councilors Welcome DeMolay is an organization dedicated to preparing young men to lead successful, happy, and productive lives. Basing its approach on timeless principles and practical, hands-on experience, DeMolay opens doors for young men aged 12 to 21 by developing the civic awareness, personal responsibility and leadership skills so vitally needed in society today. DeMolay combines this serious mission with a fun approach that builds important bonds of friendship among members in more than 1,000 chapters worldwide. The Order of DeMolay was founded by in 1919 by Frank S. Land, who had been asked by a fellow Masonic lodge member to offer assistance to a young man whose father had passed away. This substitute "Dad" relationship evolved into a small group of young men who became interested in forming a club that would meet at the Masonic Temple. The name and character of the Order were selected by the club based on Jacques DeMolay, the last leader of the Knights Templar, whose story was one of heroism, fidelity, courage, loyalty and toleration. Lakewood Chapter traces its own roots back to 1926. It is chartered under the authority of DeMolay International. Lakewood Chapter holds two meetings each month for business and the initiation of new members. The Chapter calendar traditionally includes many other service, social, athletic and fund raising events. Membership is open to young men aged 12 to 21. For information on membership, please contact the Advisory Council Chairman or Chapter Dad. Lakewood DeMolay acknowledges authority and yields allegiance to DeMolay International of which Frank S. Land was Founder. |
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