International Chapter Great Priory France in St. Petersburg
Within the framework of the Chapter, an Investiture of Knights was carried out, the adoption of Novices, the creation of a new Commandery as a structural subdivision of the Grand Priory of France on the territory of Russia, and the nomination of a Commander. Also within the framework of the Chapter, the Priory of the Grand Priory of France was formed, and the elevation of Noble Brother Igor TRUNOV to the rank of Prior of the newly formed Priory.
The work of the Chapter took place under the leadership of the Grand Prior of France, Knight Grand Cross, His Excellency Gerard VILLERY, as well as with the participation and assistance of the Grand Prior-Vicar of the Grand Priory of Russia, Knight Grand Cross, His Excellency Alexey ANDREEV.
The Chapter was also visited by the Grand Priors of Sweden, Serbia, Scandinavia, and Monaco. The Commander of the Order of the Temple in Armenia was present at the ceremony.