Bio:
Bro. Manny Lozada is a Past Master of Orange Blossom Lodge No. 80 in Kissimmee, FL and honored to be the Grand Tyler of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Florida for 2025. He is a member of the Orlando Valley of the Scottish Rite, the Orlando York Rite Bodies, where he is the Secretary/Recorder, Knight of York Cross of Honour, founding Sovereign Master of Logos Council No. 590 A.M.D. and current Excellent Chief of Portae Lucis Council No. 139 Knight Masons.
He is also a member of the Florida College of the S.R.I.C.F, the York Rite Sovereign College, Commemorative Order of St. Thomas of Acon, Royal Order of Scotland, Masonic Order of Pilgrim Preceptors, Officer of the Florida Lodge of Research, past High Priest of the Florida Chapter of Research, member of the Florida Priory of Research, and Knights of Light. In Masonic Social Orders, he is a member of Bahia Shriners, past Monarch of Ormazd Grotto, and current Supreme Council District Deputy of Grottoes International.
Bro. Lozada has a degree in Computer Science from the University of Puerto Rico and a Master’s degree in Software Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. Currently, he is employed in the defense industry.
Prepared Topics:
Fundamental Concepts For The Study Of Freemasonry – 30-45 Minutes
In this presentation, Bro. Lozada introduces basic concepts such as Spiritual and Esoteric Traditions, Truth, Reality, Perception, Consciousness, Morality, Natural Law, Principles, Esoteric Masonry, and Knowledge of Self. Freemasonry offers lessons that range from the practical to the transcendental. By applying the knowledge imparted in this presentation, the student should be able to recognize and internalize the lessons of Freemasonry with a more holistic understanding of Nature and our place in the Cosmos.
The Two Towers – 30-45 Minutes
This presentation serves as a continuation of the Fundamental Concepts For The Study of Freemasonry. However, the presentation also stands on its own. In this presentation, Bro. Lozada introduces discussion topics about the Seat of Consciousness, the Physical Body, the Brain, the analogy of the Two Pillars, the Third Pillar, the Temple of Man, the Keystone, and the Royal Arch. The student will find that all of the symbols and allegories should be applied internally and that Truth realization is an internal process.
The Seven Hermetics Principles – 45-60 Minutes
Bro. Lozada introduces Hermeticism, a brief history of the Hermetic Tradition and the Seven Hermetic Principles as described in documents such as the Emerald Tablet, the Corpus Hermeticum and the modern interpretation of the Kybalion.
The Masonic Tracing Boards – 30-45 Minutes
Bro. Lozada gives us an introduction to some of the most popular Tracing Boards. The presentation is in the format of a discussion and brainstorming session, allowing the audience to fully participate to offer their interpretations of the symbols and allegories depicted in the Tracing Boards of the Symbolic Lodge.
The Lost Word: Meaning and Application of One Of The Most Important Teachings in Freemasonry – and how the student can access and achieve full realization by applying the “Word” in their life. 30-45 Minutes
Bro. Lozada offers his most sincere interpretations of what the Lost Word means to him and how the student can access and achieve full realization by applying the “Word” in their life.
Anti-Masonry – 30-45 Minutes
Bro. Lozada presents a historical narrative of the most prominent anti-Masonic events. He demonstrates how the Anti-Masonic rhetoric has never stopped and offers evidence of many ancient and modern examples.
Contemplative Masonic Education: The Use Of Contemplative Practices To Understand Freemasonry’s Symbols and Rituals – 60-75 Minutes
As a facilitator of the Masonic Legacy Society’s Contemplative Exercise, Bro. Lozada guides the students through a Meditation/Contemplation using a symbol or working tool of their choosing. This is a very effective manner of introducing the student to a contemplative view of the Fraternity, its rituals, and symbols.
Rennes-le-Château: A Templar Mystery Or An Elaborate Hoax? – 60-75 Minutes
In this presentation, Bro. Lozada introduces the strange history that involves a small town in Southern France, a priest, a heretic secret that may be linked with the Cathars, who lived in the region in the ancient past, and the Knights Templar, who had Commanderies nearby. Perhaps it is the link to the Grail traditions, Mary Magdalene, the Merovingian Kings, and a mysterious organization known as the Priory of Sion. Or maybe it is all a hoax concocted by a prankster in the 1950s. You be the judge!
Travel Information: Willing to travel with costs of transportation and lodging covered.