Primus T. James, 33°, Active
The 5th Deputy of the Orient of Georgia
Was born October 10, 1957 in Kingstree, South Carolina where he received his early education and graduated from Benedict College. He moved to Atlanta in 1981.
Primus became a Mason in 1980. He is a Past Master of W.C. Thomas Lodge No. 112 of Atlanta, Georgia and is often called upon to mentor or just lend support to the younger brothers. He is also a member of Ruth Chapter No. 102 Order of the Eastern Star.
He is Past Commander in Chief of the Atlanta Consistory No. 24 and Past Venerable Commander. Primus received his 33° in Washington, D.C. October 1997.
Primus joined Nabbar Temple in 1988 and served as Potentate in 2004. He is a charter member of the motor unit.
Sovereign Grand Commander Deary Vaughn appointed Primus Overseer of the Works of Georgia in March 2006. On October 8, 2006 he was coroneted as Deputy of the Orient of Georgia.
Some of his community activities include working with the Sickle Cell Foundation in Camp Hope Program, Atlanta Food Bank, Hands on Atlanta and Helping Hands Foundation.
Some of His Numerous awards over the years to include:
Mason of the Year (1999)
Deputy of the Year for the United Supreme Council Southern Jurisdiction (2010, 2012)
Award for Dedication and Commitment to W.C. Thomas Lodge (1997)
Golden Link Volunteer Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Community Service by Atlanta Journal Newspaper (1997)
Award for Dedication and Contributions to Prince Hall Masonry by then Grand Master Benjamin Barksdale (1998)
Certificate of Merit from the United Supreme Council (1997)
Distinguished Services and Personal Contributions Award from Atlanta Consistory
Award for Distinguished and Dedicated Services to Nabbar Temple (Several years)
Distinguished Services and Personal Contributions Award from Atlanta Consistory
He received the Legion of Honor (1995)
Noble and Officer of the Year (1997)
Primus is a member of Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church in Jonesboro, Georgia. He is a devoted family man and is married to Brenda B. James. They have two children and five grandchildren. Primus also serves as the Grand Master for the state of Georgia.
Orient of Georgia, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite
Prince Hall Affiliation, Southern Jurisdiction
Important Links
Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Georgia
The United Supreme Council, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite, SJ
The Official Website of the York Rite Bodies of Georgia
The Official Website of the Dessert of Georgia, A.E.A.O.N.M.S.
