Freemasonry is a system of morality, veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols. Hartley Lodge stands as a place of fellowship, instruction, and brotherhood, where men seek light, virtue, and the betterment of themselves and mankind.
A Masonic Temple or Masonic Lodge is, within Freemasonry, the room or edifice where Freemasons meet. Masonic Temple may also refer to an abstract spiritual goal and the conceptual ritualistic space of a meeting.
In order to become a Freemason, you need some basic qualifications. Specific qualifications vary from one lodge to the next, but some general rules apply. But if you meet the Freemason criteria, you still have to go through a process, from petitioning to becoming a full member.
The qualifications to join a lodge vary from one jurisdiction to another, but some basic qualifications are common to all regular Masonic lodges.
You must believe in a Supreme Being.
You must be joining on your own free will.
You must be a man, and you must be free-born.
Masonry doesn’t care about your worldly wealth or social position. Both the bank’s president and the bank’s janitor can apply for membership, and they’re considered equally qualified.
You must be of lawful age. Depending on the Grand Lodge, this can be anywhere from 18 to 25.
You’ll be asked other important questions down the road, before you’re allowed to join a lodge.
Are you unbiased by friends and uninfluenced by any mercenary motives? Don’t apply for membership if you think you’ll be using your membership card to get out of a speeding ticket or to network for your business.
Do you have a favorable opinion of Freemasonry? You should have a desire for knowledge and a sincere wish to be of service to mankind. If you’re merely curious about what goes on behind locked doors, JUST GOOGLE IT 🙂
Do you agree to follow the rules? Nothing especially scary here. Health clubs and city parks have the same requirement.
Visita ∴ Interiora ∴ Terrae ∴ Rectificando ∴ Invenies ∴ Occultum ∴ Lapidem ∴
Is used to teach the mason that it is an instrument of power and that he may used it with caution as this instrument symbolizes great good or greater evil.
Is the symbol of a regulated life and actions. It is the masonic rule for correcting and harmonizing conduct on principles or morality and virtue.
The meaning of the Compass is reserved for Free & Accepted Masons ONLY! as it’s meaning can be only understood by those who have been initiated in the Masonic Order and it’s beautiful mysteries.
Reflections from brethren on the nature, purpose, and enduring value of Freemasonry.
“Masonry is the science of life in a society of men, by signs, symbols and ceremonies; having as its basis a system of morality and for its purpose the perfection and happiness of the individual and the race”
-Bro. G.F. Moore
“Freemasonry is founded on the immutable laws of Truth and Justice and its grand object is to promote the happiness of the human race”
-Bro. George Washington
“More than an institution, more than a tradition, more than a society, Masonry is one of the forms of Divine life upon earth”
-Bro. Joseph Fort Newton
Through its appendant bodies, Freemasonry extends opportunities for study, fellowship, charity, and continued labor in the service of humanity.
The Scottish Rite continues the teachings of the Blue Lodge through degrees of philosophy, morality, and service.
The York Rite preserves ancient traditions of the Craft and provides further light through additional degrees.
Shriners International is known for fellowship and for its great charitable work, especially hospitals dedicated to the care of children.
375 North Main St
Lakeport, CA 95453
Phone: +1 707-245-1398
Meeting Times: 1st Thu @ 7:00 PM, every month.
Those seeking admission into the fraternity or wishing to learn more about the Lodge may begin by reaching out directly or visiting the Grand Lodge of California.
