PRIVILEGES OF MEMBERSHIP An introduction to the

Q.C. CORRESPONDENCE CIRCLE LIMITED

Circle members enjoy the same privileges as members of the Quatuor Coronati Lodge, in association with
except the right to vote or to hold office in the Lodge or Company. In particular :-
1. to receive the annual volume of the Lodge Transactions Ars Quatuor
Coronatorum. This volume is circulated exclusively to members (corporate QUATUOR CORONATI LODGE
members only receive one copy). It contains the lectures of the year and notes of the
discussions that followed them, as well as other Masonic papers and information
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which can be adapted for use at Masonic meetings
2. to receive in advance the Lodge Summonses, attend the Quatuor Coronati Lodge THE PREMIER LODGE OF MASONIC RESEARCH
meetings, participate in the discussions that follow lectures and dine afterwards if
you wish (dining fees collected on the night). The regular meeting dates are the 3rd Its objects, functions and the
Thursday in February, the 2nd Thursdays in May, September & November privileges of membership.
(Installation), and the 4th Thursday in June.
3. to participate in valuable and constructive activities as associates of the Premier
Lodge of Masonic Research. Circle members can also submit questions on
Masonic history, custom etc. and the Secretary will whenever possible arrange
for authoritative replies.
4. to purchase a wide selection of Masonic publications and regalia at special
discounted prices, including QCCC’s own publications and research papers.

THE ANNUAL TRANSACTIONS

These volumes represent the work of the Quatuor Coronati Lodge since 1886 and form an
incomparable Masonic resource. They contain the deliberations of many celebrated
students in the field of Masonic study and research, so are of inestimable value for all who
seek to make daily advancement in their Masonic knowledge.
A number of the early volumes are available for purchase by members in hard copy or CD;
also articles can be copied from any volume at a small administrative charge.
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OTHER PUBLICATIONS
The company publishes a number of Masonic reference books and also stocks a range of
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key Masonic works which are available for purchase by members.  0207 404 8131
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but travel and if necessary overnight accommodation must be arranged. Please
contact the Secretary for details but remember to provide the maximum possible notice.
If a speaker is not available members are recommended to make use of the published works There is no greater service we can render than in helping to foster a genuine love
of the Quatuor Coronati Lodge to stimulate discussion in their Lodge but the QC Lodge
Secretaries’ permission must be obtained before any material is reproduced.
for the Craft, based on a better understanding of its origins, customs and practices.
PAPERS
Papers, Notes & Queries from members of the Circle are welcomed. In this work we need your help.
Papers must necessarily be of a requisite standard if they are to be considered for
publication, guidance and advice on such matters will be readily given.
Please join the Correspondence Circle
 Application for Membership THE CORRESPONDENCE CIRCLE
Please enrol me/us as Associate Member(s) of Q.C. Correspondence Circle Ltd.
Entitling me/us to the annual volume of the Transactions and to the other privileges The Correspondence Circle was founded soon after the Quatuor
of membership from the date of my/our election. Coronati Lodge was consecrated in 1886.
I enclose a remittance for the fee on joining, which includes this year’s subscription. • It is administered by Q.C. Correspondence Circle Limited. A company
(Sterling or US$ cheques to be made payable to QCCC Ltd; or provide credit/debit card consisting of all the full members of the Lodge with an elected Governing
details including the full card number and expiry date) Council. The members of the Correspondence Circle are associate
members of this company which is limited by guarantee.
Individual Membership Corporate Membership • Individual membership of the Circle is open to all Master Masons in good
standing under the United Grand Lodge of England or other Grand
Hard bound volume - Fee on joining £28 (US$55), annual renewal £22 (US$40) Lodges in amity with it.
• Corporate membership is open to Lodges, Chapters, Study Circles,
Soft bound volume - Fee on joining £25 (US$47), annual renewal £20 (US$35) Libraries and all other regular Masonic bodies.
• The joining fee for both Individual and Corporate membership is £5
(Please tick boxes above for volume type and membership required) (US$12) for the soft bound and £6 (US$15) for the hard bound volume.
• Every new member will receives a complimentary copy of a past volume
(Annual renewal is due every 1st November following election to membership) of the Transactions and the initial subscription paid with the joining fee
will also entitle them to the next volume to be published.
Name & address for correspondence (in block capitals please): • The current annual subscription rates are shown on the application form,
any future increase will be notified to members in good time. Annual
Surname: ………….………… First Names: ………………………..…. subscriptions become due on the 1st November each year and can be paid
either by direct debit, to one of our Local Secretaries or directly to this
Address: ………………………………………………………………. … office. In the latter case payment can be by Sterling cheque drawn on a
UK bank, US$ cheque drawn on a USA bank or by any major credit/debit
…………………………………………………………..………..……… cards.
. • Completed application forms and all other correspondence for the Circle
should be addressed to The Secretary at:
………………………………………Postcode/Zipcode…………………
Q.C. Correspondence Circle Limited
20 Great Queen Street
Name of Lodge …………………………………….… London WC2B 5BE
• All applications must be sponsored by a member of QCCC or the
Lodge No. …… Grand Lodge Name: …………………………..…… Master/Secretary of your Lodge or Chapter, a seconder is not required.
• Membership starts from the date of the first Lodge meeting following
Location of Lodge (Town/City & Country only): ………….…... …………..…… receipt of your application.

If corporate membership the name of Lodge or Masonic Group in which the We would recommend that Lodges & Chapters who become corporate members of
the Circle include the following notice in their summons.
membership should be registered. …………………………………………….…

Have you a UK bank account : Yes/No This Lodge/Chapter is a member of the Correspondence Circle attached to the
(If yes we will send you details of the direct debit payment option for future renewals) Quatuor Coronati Lodge No.2076 - The Premier Lodge of Masonic Research
All Master Masons can take advantage of a unique opportunity to learn about the origin &
development of the Craft by attending the meetings of this Lodge. They will hear fascinating
Signature: …………………………..….. Craft Masonic Rank: ………. research papers delivered by leading Masonic historians and be able to discuss them.
Masonic regalia & books can also be purchased from the Correspondence Circle.
Signature of Sponsor: ……………………..…… Date …../…../….. Please contact the Secretary for full details.
(QCCC Member, or the Master or Secretary of the applicants Lodge)