Beaver Lodge 234
Thornbury, ON
BECOME A MEMBER
Membership Requirements:
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Twenty-two words establish the most important prerequisite to becoming a Mason.
" . . . We receive none, knowingly, into our ranks who are not moral and upright before their Deity and of good repute before the world . . ."
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In other words, a man, 21 years of age and the belief in a Higher Being.
Will I be asked to join?
No! Hopefully, if the concepts and principles of Masonry interest you, you will not need to be asked to join. You must ask to become a Freemason. Unfortunately, many men who would like to become Masons never do because they are unaware of the above-mentioned requirement (that it be of your own free will and accord, and you must ask to join the Fraternity). If you desire to learn more about Masonic membership, feel free to contact a Mason to satisfy yourself concerning Freemasonry. As Freemasons, we believe that membership in an organization as worthy as ours must come from a "sincere wish of being serviceable to your fellow creatures" and not because of coaxing, co-ercement, or of any promise of material gain of any kind.
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"To be one...ask one"
What happens next?
You'll complete an application form, and then participate in a short interview scheduled at a convenient time. We may also ask to speak to your partner, if applicable, and your application will be voted on in open lodge.
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If successful, (and most always are) a date will be scheduled for your initiation into the Lodge.
After receiving your Entered Apprentice (1st Degree) you will be expected to memorize several key passages of the Ritual. Help is always available in this process.