History
The Grand Lodge of Jerusalem has evolved and expanded its influence over the years. In 1968, the Jerusalem Lodge integrated the San Giorgio Lodge, sparking a steady growth in membership. By 1972, it reached 1,860 members from diverse backgrounds.
Through the efforts of Grand Master Louis Gale, the Jerusalem Lodge established connections with lodges worldwide, including one in Washington, fostering an extensive network of brotherhood. Adrian Busietta, a prominent Maltese Freemason and founder of Baron’s Castle, later served as Grand Master and continued expanding the lodge’s reach. In 1990, the lodge saw the establishment of its Spanish counterpart in Malaga, led by Giulio Rosi. The Grand Lodge’s leadership transitioned between Nicola Benvenuto, Englishman John James, and Maltese Antony Bartolo from 1991 to 2000, followed by Joseph Zammit, who established new lodges such as the Goldenroof Lodge 39 in Innsbruck and the Lodge of Gabriel 48 in Rome.