How Does One Become a Mason?

---

REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERSHIP

To become a Freemason you must:

• Be a man at least 18 years of age
• Be of good moral character
• Have a personal belief in a Supreme Being
  (the definition of a Supreme Being is up to you)
• Decide to become a Mason of “your own free will and accord”
• Be loyal to your country
• Dedicated to providing for your own family
• Have a sincere determination to conduct yourself in a manner that will earn the respect and trust of others
• Possess a desire to help others through community service and universal benevolence

---

HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER

Follow these steps to become a member:

• Talk with someone you know who is a member of the Fraternity
• If you do not know anyone who is a Mason, just contact a lodge in your neighborhood
• Masons do not solicit for members.  You’ll need to express your personal interest in joining the Fraternity
• You can receive an online petition for membership per E-mail from your local lodge
• Complete a petition for membership and return it to your local lodge with your degree fees
• Three members will meet with you to answer your questions
• Your petition will be presented for secret ballot.  If accepted, you will be notified to appear to receive the first of three Degrees of Masonry

---

TO BE ONE ASK ONE