Welcome to Friendship Masonic Lodge No. 160

A Guiding Light

What is Freemasonry? To many of its members, Freemasonry is a guiding light to those who wish to improve themselves — better fathers, better husbands, brothers, and ultimately, better members of society. Its principles and ceremonies inculcate the importance of introspection and manifestation of personal improvement to the world at large.

It’s also a haven for long-lasting and meaningful friendships among those who might otherwise have remained at a distance.

In short, it’s an organization that fosters fraternity, encourages personal improvement, and provides meaningful experiences.

The Modern Gentleman

Freemasonry has attracted men from many walks of life; those who not only have a sincere wish to be serviceable to society, but also to be a cut above the typical man and be part of the times. It is a haven for the modern gentleman to learn about the ways of the world.

If this sounds like something you’re interested in pursuing, then we invite you to learn more.

Friendship

Friendship No. 160 AF&AM is one of the many Masonic Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Oregon. We are currently based out of the Kenton Masonic Temple in the Kenton neighborhood of Portland. As a Masonic Lodge, our focus is on Fellowship, Education, Charity, and above all else Friendship, as our name would imply.

We meet essentially every Wednesday for something or another, and are always happy to have guests and visitors. If you’d like to see what we’re up to, please check out our Calendar of events!

Latest News from the Lodge

Dec 15

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2025 Installation

By Kevin Miller-Conley | General News | No Comments

We have installed our Officers for the Masonic Year 2025!

A special shout-out to the Brethren of Mizpah Lodge #302 of Omaha, Nebraska who traveled over 1,400 miles to visit us at our Installation. Our incoming Master, Kevin Miller-Conley, lived in Omaha for a few years and was adopted by the Brethren of Mizpah who became close friends. They were excited to learn that when 5 masons visit a lodge in Oregon it’s customary to “steal” a gavel. Friendship had a special set of two matching gavels made from the same Oregon Myrtlewood Tree to celebrate the event, and represent the eternal bond of Fraternity.

Shout-outs as well to Right Worshipful Adam Bayer who was our Installing Master, Worshipful Jim Lamb who stepped in last second to be our Installing Marshal, and Worshipful Greg Carlson of Mizpah #302 and Milton #96 who was our Installing Chaplain. As well as all the Brothers who worked to make our Installation a success!

Dec 07

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December Stated

By Kevin Miller-Conley | General News | No Comments

It seems like 2024 only just started, and here we are having our last Stated meeting. It was a great end to the year with us discussing how to spend our remaining Charity budget, we positively balloted on soon-to-be-Brother Matias’s candidacy, and we discussed moving the January Stated to the 8th, since the 1st is a holiday. It was a great night, followed by some great fellowship!

Nov 07

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November Stated Meeting

By Kevin Miller-Conley | General News | No Comments

Last night we had a very busy meeting between the presentation of two lifetime memberships, a visit from our District Deputy, holding elections, and as well we voted for our Budget for the year 2025.  The budget passed after some brief discussion, as well as a motion detailing how we’ll be spending some money fixing up our Clubhouse space in the Kenton Masonic Temple.

As well, Friendship has elected the following Brothers to leadership for the year 2025:
WM: Kevin Miller-Conley
SW: Hunter Bronson
JW: Kyle Diesner
Secretary: Jim Loennig
Treasurer: Patrick Reilly
Investment Committee: Walter Lee
Investment Committee (Kevin’s remaining 1 year term): Hunter Bronson

For Visiting Brethren

Friendship Masonic Lodge meets at 8130 N. Denver Avenue in Portland. Its stated meeting is on the first Wednesday of each month.

Dinner is served at 6:30 PM followed by lodge opening at 7:30 PM.

The lodge also hosts a light gathering for libations and lively conversations after lodge, usually by 9:00 PM.

Recommended attire is suit and tie.

Interested in Joining?

To be considered for membership at Friendship Masonic Lodge No. 160, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be able to support yourself and your dependents (if any)
• Have a belief in a Supreme Being
• Not have a felony record

Secretary’s Corner

See What Friendship Can Do In 24 Hours

With the vicissitudes of winter upon us it was absolutely time to get our relief to area shelters. And despite the core leadership of the Lodge being out of state, despite key elements of our project lost in transit, and despite having fewer than 24 hours to complete 450+ kits, Friendship persevered.

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