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What are the qualifications to become
a Mason?
We're proud of our philosophy and practice of "making
good men better." Therefore, only men of high character are considered for
membership. Every applicant must state his belief in the existence of a Supreme
Being. Atheists are not accepted into our fraternity.
How do I become a member of the Masons?
You must ask a Masonic friend to recommend you.
You must then sign a petition, stating your age, occupation and place of residence.
Members of the Lodge will then vote on your admissions after careful consideration
of your character and reputation.
If you are accpeted for membership, you will be offered the opportunity to pass through the three degrees of Masonry. A degree is a stage or level of membership in the
Masons. It is also the ceremony by which you attain the three levels of membership:
-- Entered Apprentice
-- Fellowcraft
-- Master Mason
During the Middle Ages, when a man joined a craft,
such as the stonemasons, he was first apprenticed. As he learned the skills
of the craft, he became a "Fellow of the Craft." (What we call a "Journeyman"
today.) And finally, he attained the level called "Master of the Craft."
Our degrees teach the great lessons of life-the
importance of honor and integrity, of being a person on whom others can rely,
of being both trusting and trustworthy, of realizing that you have a spiritual
nature, the importance of self-control, of knowing how to love and be loved
and of knowing how to keep confidences so that others may open up to you without
fear.
As a candidate, you'll attend three meetings
to receive the three Masonic Degrees. The Degrees are solemn, enlightening
lessons and are an enjoyable experience with absolutely no uncomfortable or
embarrassing moments.
It is through the Degrees that the principles
of Masonry are taught and where you'll learn that your family and your own
necessary vocations are to be considered above Masonry.
Once you become a Master Mason, you will
be welcomed as a "Brother" in any of the thousands of
Masonic Lodges throughout the world.
We're all trying our best to be better men. We would like to hear from you.
Call us at (713) 869-3954 or email us.
Click here to listen to an audio presentation by the Grand Lodge of Texas that explains more about Masonry, and tells how to join.
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