FAQ's About Freemansonry

Who can become Masons?

Membership is open to men of any race or religion who can have a belief in a Supreme Being and who are of good repute.

It's No Secret!

The secrets of Freemasonry are concerned with its traditional modes of recognition. It is not a secret society, since all members are free to acknowledge their membership and will do so in response to enquiries for respectable reasons. Its constitutions and rules are available to the public. There is no secret about any of its aims and principles. Like many other societies, it regards some of its internal affairs as private matters for its members.

Why do Freemasons take oaths?

New members make solemn promises concerning their behaviour, both in the Lodge and in society. Members also promise to keep confidential the way they recognise each other when visiting another Lodge. Freemasons also promise to support others in time of need but only so far as it does not conflict with their family and public obligations.

Are Freemasons expected to give preference to fellow members?

Certainly not! This would be unacceptable and may lead to action being taken against those involved. On joining, each new member states that he expects no material gain from membership.

Tell me more about Charity

We are involved in many charitable causes, raising money from members and their activities - not from the general public. We distribute charity to members and their families as well as many others in the community. Charitable donations