How can I become a Mason?
To become a
Freemason you must:
-
Be a man
of at least 19 years of age
-
sound mind
-
Be of good
moral character
-
Have a
personal belief in a Supreme Being (the
definition of a Supreme Being is a personal
matter for each individual)
-
Decide to
become a Mason of "your own free will and
accord" without expectation of any
material gain or benefits
-
Be loyal
to your country
-
Be
dedicated to providing for your own family
-
Have a
sincere determination to conduct yourself in
a manner that will earn the respect and
trust of others
-
Possess a
desire to help others through community
service and universal benevolence
TO PURSUE YOUR INTEREST IN BECOMING A MEMBER
follow these steps:
- Talk with someone you know who is a
Freemason
- If you do not know anyone who is a
Mason, contact a Lodge in your neighborhood
- Masons do not solicit for members.
You'll need to express your personal
interest in joining Freemasonry
- You may be invited to meet with the
Lodge Committee or selected Members to
discuss your application and to answer your
questions.
- Subject to you being considered eligible
and properly motivated you will be asked to
complete an application for membership and
return it to your local Lodge Secretary
Your application will be presented to a Lodge
Meeting and a secret ballot conducted in which
Members vote on your suitability. You will be
notified of the result and invited to attend a
Lodge Meeting for your initiation into
Membership.
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