Masonic Conference Center

The magnificent window in the William A. Carpenter Chapel at the Masonic Conference Center--Patton Campus was paid for by sponsors of various window sections, as indicated on the brass plaque mounted nearby. Some of the sections are still available. The smallest cost $3,000 and the largest cost up to $9,000. If you are interested in sponsoring a specific panel number, send us a private message and we'll be glad to talk with you or your organization about a long-term payment plan. Monies received now will be used to cover costs of repair and restoration, as needed. (Luckily, after 34 years, very little has been necessary, so far!)

Spring has finally arrived at the Patton Campus!

Stained Glass Window Secrets of the William A. Carpenter Chapel It is no secret that the 40-foot high thematic window (30-feet in the sanctuary and 10-feet in the basement) is a unique piece of Masonic Stained Glass that was installed in 1985 with a plexiglass protective cover. Nor is it secret that it was created by the former Willet Stained Glass Studio of the Germantown section of Philadelphia. What happens on the walls of the chapel, however, is only ever seen by the f...ew who visit the chapel at sunset, when the light changes from yellow to deep red and provides a kaleidescope effect of vivid changing colors. Another secret is how the man who painted the glass signed his work. This was the last window created by Arnold Tilberg, a Ukranian artisan in his 80's who spoke only a little English. His only signature is in the stars and bubbles seen here, and on various panels in the window. Nobody walks away from this window without having seen something that excited or inspired them. See more

Some days, we just get lucky to see some awesome sights on campus...