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Do You Want to be a
Mason?
Among millions of Masons, for hundreds of
years, it was not lawful to invite a friend to apply for membership. Our code of
conduct prevented it. Thus, no faithful Mason could invite you to join. Now
under the Grand Lodge of Washington you can ask a friend or neighbor if they are
interested in becoming a Mason if you believe he will make a good Mason!
They must first ask themselves if he's suitably
prepared to enter the "gentle craft of Masonry" . . . to become a brother in the
world's most exclusive fraternal order. Few men are intellectually or
spiritually prepared to understand or appreciate even the most apparent meanings
of Masonry.
Does he reflect on the nature of man's purpose
in life and will he make obligations to God, his family, and himself?
If such ethical and moral questions hold little
interest for him, then he will gain little benefit from the teachings of the
Craft. But if he seeks a more meaningful quality of life - and the spirit of
charity and good fellowship which flow from it - then Freemasonry has much to
offer.
We want the world to know what we believe, how
we act, and what we do . . . and, then, should your friend become a Mason, we
want him to be proud of our Fraternity and to participate in our work. Only
those who desire membership because of their favorable impression of us should
seek a petition to join.
What is Freemasonry?
Freemasonry is the world's oldest and largest
Fraternity. Its history and tradition date back to antiquity. Its singular
purpose is to make good men better. Its bonds of friendship, compassion, and
brotherly love have survived even the most divisive political, military, and
religious conflicts through the centuries. Freemasonry is neither a forum nor
a place of worship. Instead, it is a friend to all religions which are based
on the belief of one God.
Who are Freemasons?
Many of our nation's early pioneers were
Freemasons, as well as thirteen signers of the Constitution and fourteen
Presidents of the United States; beginning with George Washington.
Today, the more than four million Freemasons
around the world come from virtually every occupation and profession. Within
the Fraternity, however, they all meet as equals. The come from diverse
political ideologies; but they meet as friends. They come from virtually every
religious belief, but they all believe in one God. They represent every race,
creed, and culture
In what do Freemasons believe?
All Freemasons believe in God and respect for
each other.
What do Freemasons do?
Freemasons are respectable citizens who are
taught to conform to the moral laws of society and to abide by the laws of the
government under which they live. They are men of charity and good works. They
remain unchallenged as "the world's greatest philanthropy."
The Freemasons of America contribute almost
two million dollars every day to charitable causes which they, alone, have
established. These services to mankind represent an unparalleled example of
the humanitarian commitment and concern of this unique and honorable
Fraternity.
What We Ask of You
Any man who is eighteen years of age or
older and of good moral character, who comes well-recommended, and who
believes in a Supreme Being may petition to become a Freemason.
If after reading the above information you are still
interested in becoming a Mason please feel free to contact our lodge Secretary,
WB Smiley Headly, who will point you in the right direction.
Secretary@Corinthian38.Com
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