How to Join Freemasonry
Information on becoming a Freemason
Masons do not solicit for members.
If you are seeking Membership YOU MUST ASK a Mason or a Masonic Lodge
for an application. To find a lodge (in the United States) find your
state here, and check with that states Grand
Lodge.
- You must be a man at least 21 (18 in some jurisdictions).
- You must be of
good moral character
- You must have a personal belief in a Supreme
Being (the definition of a Supreme Being is up to you)
- You must
be a Resident of your state for 12 months
- You must decide to become
a Mason of "your own free will and accord"
- You will need to
express your personal interest in joining the Fraternity.
- You
must be loyal to your country.
- You must be dedicated to providing
for your family
- You must have a
sincere determination to conduct yourself in a manner that
will earn the respect and trust of others and possess a desire to
help others through community service and universal benevolence.
- You
must sign a petition, stating your age, occupation and place
of residence.
There are NO religious, political or racial restrictions for Masonic membership
other than the aforementioned belief in a Supreme Being. Any discussion
of religion or politics is strictly forbidden in a Masonic Lodge.
Members of the Lodge vote by secret ballot. To be accepted, the ballot
must be unanimous.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Freemasonry is proud of its philosophy and practice of "making good
men better." Only individuals believed to be of the finest character
are favorably considered for Membership. Every applicant must advocate
his belief in the existence of a Supreme Being.
The mission of Freemasonry is to promote a way of life that binds like
minded men into a worldwide Brotherhood that transcends all religious,
ethnic, cultural, social and educational differences; by teaching the great
principles of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth: and, by the outward expression
of these, through its fellowship, its compassion and its concern, to find
ways in which each may serve his God, his family, his country, his neighbors
and himself."
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