On the European mainland, after 50 years of fighting, the Concordat of Worms provided a similar, but longer lasting, compromise when signed on September 23, 1122. It eliminated lay investiture, while leaving secular leaders some room for unofficial but significant influence in the appointment process.
The Freemasons is a fraternal organization formed in the late 16th or early 17th century, which permits men of any religion to join.
US Presidents Who Were Freemasons. by Mike Rothschild 14 items tags f t p @. 14 Presidents of the United States have also been members of the Freemasons. While Masonry has a number of negative connotations, due to its secrecy and arcane lingo, there's no doubt that the organization has had a real impact on American history.