Structure Ordo Templi Orientis
1 structure 1.1 international 1.2 national 1.2.1 current grand lodges 1.3 gnostic catholic church 1.4 o.t.o. bodies structure the governing bodies of o.t.o. include: international national o.t.o. has federally recognized tax-exempt status in united states under irs section 501c(3). has california charitable corporation status. current grand lodges the grand lodge governing body of o.t.o. in united states. u.s. national grand master sabazius x°, appointed in 1996. according website, mission statement of u.s.g.l. follows: ordo templi orientis u.s.a. u.s. grand lodge (national section) of ordo templi orientis, hierarchical, religious membership organization. our mission effect , promote doctrines , practices of philosophical , religious system known thelema, particular emphasis on cultivating ideals of individual liberty, self-discipline, self-knowledge, , universal brotherhood. end, conduct sacramental , initiatory rites, offer guidance , instruction our members, organize social events, ...