Frequently Asked Questions
What is freemasonry?
Freemasonry has a personal meaning to each member. For some it is about making friends. For others it is about being able to help deserving causes, making a contribution to society.
Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and largest non-religious, non-political, fraternal and charitable organization. It teaches self-knowledge through a series of lessons.
Members are expected to be of high moral character.
What happens in a lodge meeting?
Meetings are open only to members. An average meeting consists of Reading of previous meeting minutes, Proposing and balloting on new members, discussing and voting on the financial matters, Masonic news and correspondence, and
admitting new members.
Do masons take an oath?
Yes, new members make a sincere promise concerning their behavior both in and out of the lodge. Members also promise to keep secret the way they recognize each other. And they promise to support others in time of need, if possible.
Is Masonry a Religion?
Masonry is not a religion. It is open to all men who believe in a Supreme Being. Men of all faiths are eligible to join. Religion is not discussed in the Lodge.
What is Freemasonry’s relationship with religion?
All Freemasons are expected to have a religious belief. Freemasonry dose not seek to replace a Mason’s religion or provide a substitute for it.
Requirements to Become a Freemason…
- The decision to become a Mason should be your own.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You must be of good moral character.
- You must believe in a Supreme Being.
- You must be a resident of Missouri for 6 months.
- Your conduct must reflect positively upon you and the Masonic Lodge.
- You must have a desire to help others.
- You must be willing to submit a signed completed petition for membership.
Additional Information…
- Discussion of religion or politics is strictly forbidden in a Masonic Lodge.
- Admission is decided by secret ballot
- There are no religious, political, or racial restrictions for membership.
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