The
Brotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of God
Simply put - Freemasonry
is a charitable organization dedicated to strengthening character, improving moral
and spiritual outlook and broadening mental horizons. Mason's believe in:
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Supporting public education
• Constitutional government and equality
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Freedom of religion and expression
• Helping where a void exists
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Personal responsibility
What is a Mason? Masons
(also known as Freemasons) belong to the oldest and largest fraternal organization
in the world. Today, there are more than two million Freemasons in North America.
The Fraternity is a brotherhood comprised of men devoted to self-improvement,
volunteerism, stewardship and philanthropy. Members come from all walks of life,
all races, all creeds and religions and pull together in order to alleviate the
pain and suffering of those in their times of need. Masons
represent virtually every occupation and profession, yet within the Fraternity;
all meet as equals. Masons come from diverse political ideologies, yet meet as
friends. Masons come from varied religious beliefs and creeds, yet all believe
in one God. What
does Freemasonry Teach? Freemasonry
uses the tools and implements of ancient architectural craftsmen symbolically
in a system of instruction designed to build character and moral values in its
members. 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
encourages its members to practice the faith of their personal acceptance. Masonry
teaches that each person, through self-improvement and helping others, has an
obligation to make a difference for good in the world.
Key
Masonic Principles:
- Faith
must be the center of our lives.
- All
men and women are the children of God.
- No
one has the right to tell another person what he or she must think or believe.
- Each
person has a responsibility to be a good citizen, obeying the law.
- It
is important to work to make the world a better place for all.
- Honor
and integrity are keys to a meaningful life.
Who
Are The Masons? It's
members have included Kings, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Statesmen, Generals,
Admirals, Supreme Court Chief Justices, corporate CEOs, poets, musicians, opera
stars, movie stars, and probably, your next door neighbor. Many
of North America’s early patriots were Freemasons. Thirteen signers of the
Constitution, fourteen Presidents of the United States, including George Washington,
eight Vice Presidents and forty-two Justices of the Supreme Court have been Masons.
In Canada, the Father of the Confederation, Sir John A. MacDonald, was a Mason,
as were other early Canadian and American leaders. One
of the most fascinating aspects of Freemasonry is how so many men, from so many
different walks of life, can meet together in peace, always conducting their affairs
in harmony and friendship and calling each other “Brother.” some
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