Information on becoming a Freemason
Masons do not solicit for members
If you are seeking Membership YOU MUST ASK a Mason or a Masonic Lodge for a
petition.
You must be a man at least 18 years of age in Oregon.
You must be of good moral character
You must have a personal belief in a Supreme Being
(the definition of a Supreme Being is up to you)
You must be a Resident of Oregon for 6 months
You must decide to become a Mason of "your own free will and accord"
You will need to express your personal interest in joining the Fraternity.
You must be loyal to your country.
You must be dedicated to providing for your family
You must have a sincere determination to conduct yourself in a manner that will
earn the respect and trust of others and possess a desire to help others through
community service and universal benevolence.
You must be able to read and write English
You must sign a petition, stating your age, occupation and place of residence.
There are NO religious, political or racial restrictions for Masonic membership other
than the aforementioned belief in a Supreme Being. Any discussion of religion or
politics is strictly forbidden in a Masonic Lodge.
Members of the Lodge vote by secret ballot. To be accepted, the ballot must be
unanimous.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Freemasonry is proud of its philosophy and practice of "making good men better."
Only individuals believed to be of the finest character are favorably considered for
Membership. Every applicant must advocate his belief in the existence of a Supreme
Being.
The mission of Freemasonry is to promote a way of life that binds like minded men
into a worldwide Brotherhood that transcends all religious, ethnic, cultural, social
and educational differences; by teaching the great principles of Brotherly Love,
Relief, and Truth: and, by the outward expression of these, through its fellowship,
its compassion and its concern, to find ways in which each may serve his God, his
family, his country, his neighbors and himself."
Masons do not solicit for members
If you are seeking Membership YOU MUST ASK a Mason or a Masonic Lodge for a
petition.
You must be a man at least 18 years of age in Oregon.
You must be of good moral character
You must have a personal belief in a Supreme Being
(the definition of a Supreme Being is up to you)
You must be a Resident of Oregon for 6 months
You must decide to become a Mason of "your own free will and accord"
You will need to express your personal interest in joining the Fraternity.
You must be loyal to your country.
You must be dedicated to providing for your family
You must have a sincere determination to conduct yourself in a manner that will
earn the respect and trust of others and possess a desire to help others through
community service and universal benevolence.
You must be able to read and write English
You must sign a petition, stating your age, occupation and place of residence.
There are NO religious, political or racial restrictions for Masonic membership other
than the aforementioned belief in a Supreme Being. Any discussion of religion or
politics is strictly forbidden in a Masonic Lodge.
Members of the Lodge vote by secret ballot. To be accepted, the ballot must be
unanimous.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Freemasonry is proud of its philosophy and practice of "making good men better."
Only individuals believed to be of the finest character are favorably considered for
Membership. Every applicant must advocate his belief in the existence of a Supreme
Being.
The mission of Freemasonry is to promote a way of life that binds like minded men
into a worldwide Brotherhood that transcends all religious, ethnic, cultural, social
and educational differences; by teaching the great principles of Brotherly Love,
Relief, and Truth: and, by the outward expression of these, through its fellowship,
its compassion and its concern, to find ways in which each may serve his God, his
family, his country, his neighbors and himself."
