How can i join freemasonry?
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Masons do not solicit for members.\n\nIf you are seeking Membership YOU MUST ASK a Mason or a Masonic Lodge for an application.\n\nYou must be a man at least 21 (18 in some jurisdictions).\n\nYou must be of good moral character\n\nYou must have a personal belief in a Supreme Being (the definition of a Supreme Being is up to you)\n\nYou must be a Resident of your state for 12 months\n\nYou must decide to become a Mason of "your own free will and accord"\n\nYou will need to express your personal interest in joining the Fraternity.\n\nYou must be loyal to your country.\n\nYou must be dedicated to providing for your own family\n\nYou 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.\n\nYou must sign a Petition, stating your age, occupation and place of residence.\n\nThere 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.\n\nMembers of the Lodge vote by secret ballot. To be accepted, the ballot must be unanimous.\n\nIt varies state to state, but this is essentially how it happens.
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If you mean how do you become an officially recognized chapter of a national fraternity, you need to contact the headquarters of the fraternity you wish to start a colony for.\n\nMost have strict guidelines, but if you are motivated enough to rally up a good number of prospectives then there shouldn't be a problem.
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Focus on the FBI goal for now, and volunteer for political candidates who interest you.  The rest will come in time.\n\nGood luck  -  especially with the class  :-)\n\nOh yeah - I wouldn't worry about the Freemasons, unless they really rock your world.
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Find a club or group you can join.
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It is actually quite simple.  Just call them and ask to speak to someone about becoming a Freemason.  I don't personally know any of the brothers at that lodge, but almost all lodges are very welcoming for people who are interested in joining.  Just give them a call and arrange to meet with some of the officers.\n\nYou can get the phone number from the website for that lodge at:\nhttp://www.cedarbayoulodge.org/contact_us.htm
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You do have to be recommended by another Mason. And they do NOT worship Satan. Check out a local chapter to ask some questions.
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If you are referring to Freemasons, then I can answer that since I am one.  We do have retirement homes that are available to members and their wives, but they are not free.  They still cost money, although some of the cost may be subsidized by the fraternity.\n\nDepending on a lodge's location, there are also many family activities available such as theater and ballgame tickets, and many other activities to encourage family activity.\n\nIf you want to know more, you can email me or you can contact your local Masonic lodge, but remember that people do not join Freemasonry in order to get access to benefits.  People join because they are interested in community service, charity, history, and becomeing better men.
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Great, wish I could join them?
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Masons have a role in society.  I don't know what it is but they must be a worthwhile organization.
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I am a member of an esoteric Order of Freemasonry, American Co-Masonry. I can tell you from my experience, and mine alone, that not all Masons are anything, especially when it comes to religion or politics. You see, those two subjects we do not bring up inside Lodge. \n\nYes, we do require a candidate for Initiation to affirm that he or she (yes, Co-Masonry does admit women as Brothers) believes in a Supreme Being. What the candidate calls that Being is a personal thing. We do not allow atheists in American Co-Masonry. Deist means a belief in God without the need for a religion. Some are that, I am sure. Some of my Brethren are of other religious belief. \n\nSomething some ardent fundamentalists of different religions say is wrong about Freemasonry is that we sit in Brotherhood with folks of many different religions and still call them Brother. I am reminded of the parable of the Good Samaritan. The Jews hated the Samaritans, I think you might recall. What was Jesus trying to teach there? Hmmm.\n\nAnyway, some in my Lodge are Christian, some are of other faiths. All of us are Brothers. Feels good, actually.\n\nA Master Mason\nAmerican Co-Masonry\n\nHiram Lodge (Santa Cruz, CA)\nAmon Ra Lodge (Los Angeles, CA)\nSapientia Lodge of Research (Larkspur, CO)\nAdamant Mark Lodge (Santa Cruz, CA)
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Hello, I am a member of an esoteric Order of Freemasons, American Co-Masonry: Freemasonry for women and men. I will speak about what it cost me.\n\nFirst it cost me time and effort to apply. I had to fill out an application blank that I got through the mail and then wait. After that I had to go talk with three members of the Lodge. That took some driving since Co-Masonic Lodges are not just in every town (unlike the males only). \n\nThere was the cost for clothing. In our Lodges we wear all white suits (no, not robes and hoods!) and I did need to buy that. I also had to buy my apron (part of the apparel). The suit set me back about $300 or so. The apron was less than $50. \n\nThe year's dues is about $40.   \n\nAfter that, anything else I contribute is between me and my conscience (and my tax agent). \n\nSo, the first year cost me about $400. After that, I have not needed to buy a new suit (I did buy a new pair of trousers recently).  \n\nI drive about 800 miles a month to go to my two Blue Lodges I belong to. Most do not do that much driving. That adds up. I kick in for charity collections, too. But understand this, I am exceptionally blessed right now and I help with what I can.\n\nIf you wish to become a Freemason, no matter which Order you wish to join, you do need to be able to pay yearly dues (usually well under $100) and to buy a suit. That is usually all that is absolutely required. Fact is, I would bet that some of the Brethren in a Lodge would help out if you really needed it.\n\nFreemasons, despite what you may have read, are not all rich. Some of us are teachers (me, for instance), some lawyers, some booksellers, some groom poodles, some are nannies (the head of one of my Lodges is one), some are tax accountants, some are Feng Shui consultants. We are bonded together to change the world by changing ourselves. \n\nIf I can be of more assistance, feel free to write me. For more information about Co-Masonry, click on the link below.
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Go to www.Masoncountyjailinmate.com.
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Well I AM a Mason, and I can tell you that you must ask to become a member. We are not permitted to solicit membership.\nIn some states you must be at least 21 or in Pennsylvania the candidate must be at least 18.\n\nAfter you have asked to join from someone you know to be a Mason he will give you a petition for membership. (fill out your name, address etc.) After you filled out the petition\ntwo recommenders usually will sign the petition for you.\n\nDepending on where you are from the candidate process might vary. Pennsylvania requires that the potential candidate be visited at their home. Usually to discuss the essential qualifications for membership (belief in god, good reputation, no crimes etc) after that the candidate will be voted on. Most lodges in the U.S require the vote to be unanimous.
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This site is incredibly informative.\n\nhttp://freemasonry.bcy.ca/
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As an avid Freemason I continue to get this question. (my credantials include Past Master "President" of my local Masonic Lodge, 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Valley of Harrisburg, Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Royal Arch Chapter, Commandery Knights Templar, Pennsylvania Shield and Square Club, and the Order of the Amaranth.)\n\nFreemasonry is not a religion, our membership does not seek salvation through the lodge, and many members of Freemasonry take on active roles in thier respective churches or places of worship. Membershop however does require that you belive in a god or "supreme being". \n\nAs a result of not endorsing any one religion, there are Freemasons from nearly every religion and walk of life. There are Grand Lodges in India, Japan, to Spain and France. We leave the question of religion to the individual member, and we do not discuss religious theology inside the lodge.\nOur degrees however come from the bible, hence can be religious in nature. Members are reminded that it is a duty not necessarily for religions sake but for us as human beings to be good citizens and live by the golden rule regardless of religion.\n\nWe are an order, a way to live. to do to others that we would have done to ourselves, and seek no reward for our benefit religious or otherwise.
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You can become a member of DMDK by visiting and enoroll yourself\n\nhttp://www.dmdk.org/
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After he submits his petition, a committee of men (2 or 3) will be assigned to visit your home, and assure that he is a clean living man.  They will most likely ask you to be there, to make sure that you are okay with his decision. If that goes well, a vote will be held, and if there are no negative votes, he will be allowed to join.  Most lodges hold 1 or 2 meetings per month.  Masons arent required to wear business suits but most do, because it feels appropriate.  In the first three months he may have to spend a bit of time memorizing some "question and answer" material (the olde english he spoke of) that will prove him "proficient" and ready to advance to the next degree. From the moment he becomes a Mason, you become a Mason's Lady, which means that if you find yourself in another city, etc, you will get help from any Mason you can find.  If (God forbid) anything should happen to him, Masonic widows are held in the highest esteem, and are usually taken care of for the rest of their lives.   Thats pretty much what you can expect.  the lodge usually takes 2 or 3 days a month from a man's life, but tries to give it back in every way it can.  hope that answers your questions.  IF you would like to ask me any specific questions (much more can be told than most people want to believe) feel free to email me at pilgrim1033@yahoo.com.  I will answer as honestly and openly as I can, and if you ask a question I cant answer, I will tell you so, and move on to the next question.