BELIEFS

Freemasonry is a fraternal organization dedicated to Brotherly Love, Relief, Truth and Charity.

How a man chooses to practice his personal religious beliefs is left entirely up to him, but Freemasonry recognizes the strong bond which unites all people under One Creator. Our members include men from a wide range of religious backgrounds, but each of them shares a commitment to this important principle.

As Masons, we are committed to being honest and truthful with other people. The Masonic Fraternity teaches a man to be faithful to his responsibilities to God, his Country, his fellow man, his family and himself. The Masonic principle of Truth also teaches a man to search for wisdom and understanding. For only in this way can he grow and become a better person. The pursuit of knowledge is at the very heart of our purpose.

Because of our strong bond of Brotherly Love, Masons provide Relief to help those who are in need. This includes the notion of charity, and Masons provide much assistance to worthy charities, but it also means offering a helping hand, in other ways, to people that need assistance.

Freemasonry teaches that charity improves the lives of people now. Masons are encouraged to help those who need it through good works and monetary contributions. Freemasons support a range of charities – those providing relief for natural disasters, help for schools and relief to needy families. They also create scholarships for students. In addition, Masons provide help for members of their lodges. This help includes building retirement homes for Masons, paying for some member funerals and building schools and homes for Masons’ children.