Ask Yourself
Since we as a fraternity believe that you alone must choose to embark
upon the Great Masonic Journey, we do not actively solicit for new
members. Among millions of Masons, not one was lawfully invited to
apply for membership. Our code of conduct prevents it. Thus, no
faithful Mason can invite you.
Any Mason can obtain a Petition for the Degrees of Freemasonry for
you, but you must ask for it - and for good reason. You must
first ask yourself if you're suitably prepared to enter the
"gentle craft of Masonry" . . . to become a brother in the
world's most exclusive fraternal order. Few men are
intellectually or spiritually prepared to understand or appreciate
even the more apparent meanings of Masonry. Do you reflect on the
nature of man's existence and your obligations to God, your
family, and yourself? If such ethical and moral questions hold
little interest for you, then you will gain little benefit from
the teachings of the Craft. But if you seek a more meaningful
quality of life - and the spirit of charity and good fellowship
which flow from it - then Freemasonry has much to offer.
We want you to know what we believe, how we act, and what we do...
and, then, should you become a Mason, to be proud to be our Brother and
to participate in our work. Only those who desire membership because of
their favorable impression of us should seek a petition.
So if that appeals to you, contact a lodge in your area and ask to
meet them. There is a link to the Grand Lodge of So. Carolina in the
LINKS section of my website. They can help you find a lodge near
you.
Best wishes,]![[Square & Compasses]](Pix/Sq_Com/sm-sq_com4xp.gif)