"I am not going to answer any
questions as to my association, my philosophical
or religious beliefs or
my political beliefs, or how I voted in any election, or any of these
private affairs."
Pete Seeger
How can I join?
If you are interested in becoming a Freemason, these notes provide some
useful tips and information.
Our fraternity has a wonderful history, which dates back more than three
centuries. It is one of the world's oldest secular fraternities, a society
of men concerned with moral and spiritual values. Founded on the three
great principles of Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth, it aims to bring
together men of goodwill, regardless of background and differences.
People might think that to become a Freemason is quite difficult. It's actually
straightforward. The essential qualification for admission is that you have a
belief in a Supreme Being. It is usual for candidates to be "mature men of 21
years and over", but in some circumstances candidates between the ages of 18 and
21 can be admitted. The
Universities Scheme exists to enlighten and encourage students to learn
about Freemasonry with a view to joining.
If you are seeking information about becoming
a Freemason, it's often best to start with people you know to be a member.
Perhaps a relative, friend or colleague.
They will be able to talk to you about
their own experience and of the value they place on being a member of the fraternity.
They may be able and willing to help you find a suitable Lodge.
Alternatively contact the Provincial Masonic Office in your area.
Provinces generally follow the historical county structure in England. A
full list of Provincial Offices is listed on the
United Grand Lodge site. Most
Provinces also have their own website. The United Grand Lodge website will
accept personal inquiries and forward these to the appropriate Province
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here (opens
a new window). You may also view some useful information documents in our
Education Downloads section.
If you live in or near Somerset and would like
to be considered for membership, then please send us an email telling us a
little bit about yourself and your reasons for wishing to join.
Click here for
the Somerset office.
Which ever Provincial Office receives
your inquiry, they will put you in
touch with an appropriate Lodge. First
contact is likely to be of an informal or social nature. This will enable the
members to find out more about you and to give you a chance to find out
more about them. If
it is agreed that you should make formal application you would be invited
to meet a committee of Lodge members
prior to being balloted for membership. All being well, a date would then be
fixed for your admission.
The United Grand Lodge of England has published a useful document entitled Becoming a Mason.
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