IF YOU WISH TO SEEK MASONIC MEMBERSHIP
Masons do not solicit for members.
If you are seeking Membership in Freemasonry YOU MUST ASK . 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 . 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 own 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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