What Is Freemasonry?

Freemasonry is the world’s oldest and largest fraternity.  Its history and tradition date to antiquity. Its singular purpose is to make good men better. Its bonds of friendship, compassion, and brotherly love have survived even the most devise political, military, and religious conflicts through the centuries.

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Is Freemasonry A Religion?

No. You must profess a belief in God. However, Masonry is not a religion, a substitute for, or a rival of ANY doctrine. Masonry does not perform functions of a church, has no sacraments, and makes no claim to save souls or reform sinners.

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Who Are Freemasons?

Many of our nation’s early patriots were Freemasons, as well as thirteen signers of the Constitution and fourteen Presidents of the United States, beginning with George Washington. Other notable Masons are Benjamin Franklin, Jose Antonio Navarro, William B. Travis, Sam Houston, Lorenzo de Zavala, Stephen F. Austin, Charles Lindburgh, Will Rogers, Douglas McArthur, John “Duke” Wayne, and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin. 

 

Today, more than four million Freemasons around the world come from virtually every occupation and profession. Within the Fraternity, however, they all meet as equals. They come from diverse political ideologies, but they meet as friends. They come from virtually every religious belief, but they all believe in one God. Masonry transcends all religious, ethnic, social, cultural, and educational differences.

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What do Freemason’s Believe In?

All Freemasons believe in one God and in respect for each other. A Mason is dedicated. He recognizes his responsibility for Justice, Truth, Clarity, Enlightenment, Freedom, Liberty, Honesty, and Integrity in all aspects of human endeavor.

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What do Freemasons do?

Freemasons are respectable citizens who are taught to conform to the moral laws of society and to abide by the laws of the government under which they live. They are men of charity and good works. They remain unchallenged as the ‘world’s greatest philanthropy.”

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The Freemasons of America contribute almost two million dollars every day to charitable causes which they, alone, have established. These services to mankind represent an unparalleled example of humanitarian commitment and concern of this unique and honorable fraternity.

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How do I Join?

1. You must ask a Master Mason.

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2. You must sign a petition; stating your name, age, occupation, and place of residence.

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3. Members of the Lodge vote on admission after careful consideration of the character and reputation of the applicant.