Are There Membership Dues?
Yes, as with membership to any social
organization or club members pay nominal monthly dues which affords charitable
activities as well as maintenance to the meeting facility. Also upon initiation,
there is an initiation fee.
How Long Does The Initiation Process Take?
The length of time it takes to pass through the first three degrees of
Masonry depends on how well and how quickly the candidate retains information.
Proficiency is mandatory before a candidate can progress to the next
degree.
Will I Have To Dedicate A Lot Of My Time?
There is no "required" obligation of time. After your initiation, you
may attend as your time permits. However, the more you participate and become
involved, the more you will receive and be able to contribute to the
Fraternity.
Can A Woman Become A Mason?
Regular Freemasonry remains exclusive for men. While women cannot join
regular lodges, there are many female orders associated with regular Freemasonry
and its appendant bodies, such as the Order of the Eastern Star which has their
own rituals and traditions that are founded on Masonic principles.
Is Masonry A Religion?
Masonry is neither a religion nor a cult. It does not pretend to take
the place of a religion nor serves as a substitute for the religious beliefs of
its members. Members from all religious beliefs are welcomed. The only
requirement is a belief in a Supreme Being.
Is Masonry A Secret Society?
Freemasonry is not a secret society however, it is a society with
secrets. Secret societies are underground and hard to find. Information about
Freemasonry can be easily found on many websites. However, like many social
organizations, there is information that is specific for members of that society
which includes the means of identifying each other. Additionally, like other
social organizations, only members are allowed in closed
meetings.
Yes, as with membership to any social
organization or club members pay nominal monthly dues which affords charitable
activities as well as maintenance to the meeting facility. Also upon initiation,
there is an initiation fee.
How Long Does The Initiation Process Take?
The length of time it takes to pass through the first three degrees of
Masonry depends on how well and how quickly the candidate retains information.
Proficiency is mandatory before a candidate can progress to the next
degree.
Will I Have To Dedicate A Lot Of My Time?
There is no "required" obligation of time. After your initiation, you
may attend as your time permits. However, the more you participate and become
involved, the more you will receive and be able to contribute to the
Fraternity.
Can A Woman Become A Mason?
Regular Freemasonry remains exclusive for men. While women cannot join
regular lodges, there are many female orders associated with regular Freemasonry
and its appendant bodies, such as the Order of the Eastern Star which has their
own rituals and traditions that are founded on Masonic principles.
Is Masonry A Religion?
Masonry is neither a religion nor a cult. It does not pretend to take
the place of a religion nor serves as a substitute for the religious beliefs of
its members. Members from all religious beliefs are welcomed. The only
requirement is a belief in a Supreme Being.
Is Masonry A Secret Society?
Freemasonry is not a secret society however, it is a society with
secrets. Secret societies are underground and hard to find. Information about
Freemasonry can be easily found on many websites. However, like many social
organizations, there is information that is specific for members of that society
which includes the means of identifying each other. Additionally, like other
social organizations, only members are allowed in closed
meetings.