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How to become a Mason
Membership is open to men age 18 and older who believe in a Supreme Being and meet the qualifications and standards.
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. 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.
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.
Return your 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.
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 membeWhat Makes A Man A Mason?
What makes a man a Mason, O brother of mine?
It isn’t the due guard, nor is it the sign,
It isn’t the jewel which hangs on your breast
It isn’t the apron in which you are dressed
It isn’t the step, nor the token, nor the grip,
Nor lectures that fluently flow from the lip,
Nor yet the possession of that mystic word
On five points of fellowship duly conferred.
Though these are essential, desirable, fine,
They don’t make a Mason, O brother of mine.
That you to your sworn obligation are true
'Tis that, brother mine, makes a Mason of you.
Secure in your heart you must safeguard and trust,
With lodge and with brother be honest and just,
Assist the deserving who cry in their need,
Be chaste in your thought, in your word and your deed.
Support he who falters, with hope banish fear,
And whisper advice in an erring one’s ear.
Then will the Great Lights on your path brightly shine,
And you’ll be a Mason, O brother of mine.
Your use of life’s hours by the gauge you must try,
The gavel of vices with courage apply;
Your walk must be upright, as shown by the plumb,
On the level, to bourn whence no travelers come,
The Book of your faith be the rule and the guide,
The compass your passions shut safely inside;
The stone which the Architect placed in your care
Must pass the strict test of His unerring square.
And then you will meet
with approval divine,
And you’ll be a Mason,
O brother of mine.