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Membership
is open to men age 18 and older who believe in a Supreme Being and meet
the qualifications and standards. Men of all ethnic and religious
backgrounds are welcome.
One of
Masonry's traditions is that we do not solicit members. Men must seek
membership on their own initiative. When you're ready to join, you have
two choices. You can either
request assistance in joining by filling out the
request information form and someone
will contact you regarding membership or you can follow the steps below
and do it on your own:
- First, select the lodge to which
you wish to apply. This lodge may be close to your work or home
whichever is most convenient. Use the
Lodge
Locator to determine the nearest lodge. Contact the lodge you
choose so that you may visit the lodge during an event. After
visiting the lodge, ask for a membership information packet.
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- When you have completed the
application form included in the packet, it must be signed by two
Masons who recommend you for membership. You will have met Masons
at the lodge event. You can also contact the lodge secretary for
assistance.
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- Return your
application and the application payment noted on the application.
The lodge will schedule visits in your home with selected lodge
members to discuss your application and to answer your questions.
A report will be made at the next lodge meeting and your
application will be voted upon.
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- You will be
notified of your acceptance as a candidate for the degrees, and
you will receive instructions about participation in the three
degree ceremonies. The degrees explain Freemasonry and give you
the opportunity to experience the lodge's traditions and
fellowship. When you complete all three degrees, you become a full
member.
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