If you’re working within a large group of people for a while, there’s a good chance that there will be differences of opinion, and thus an argument could ensue. Disagreement exists and conflict happens, right?
In this instance you’re both invited to leave the Lodge room and return once you have amicably settled your differences. If you are unable to resolve your differences, then one or both of you should remain outside until the meeting has closed.
Certain aspects of your life would need to change if you become a Freemason. So, if you enjoy a few beers during your spare time, that’s OK as we are a very social organisation – but any more than a few, runs the risk of breaking the Freemasons’ cardinal virtue of temperance. Anyone prosecuted for…
The criteria for becoming a Freemason is pretty simple to understand, but there are some other things to consider: For a start, you need to demonstrate a “favourable opinion” towards the organization when applying. Basically, no haters allowed. On top of that, you have to demonstrate a genuine desire of Masonic knowledge and a wish…
Once your day at work or education comes to an end, you can kick back and relax in the knowledge that you no longer have to follow so many rules. It’s a bit different with we Freemasons, though. When members leave their lodges, they continue to live by Masonic Law. If they don’t, then they could…
We know what you’re thinking: shouldn’t an application form be enough to become a Freemason? Well, we can tell you straight up that it isn’t. You need to gain the support of two members in the lodge if you want to stand a chance. One acts as Proposer and takes primary responsibility for your conduct….
The events of every meeting are transcribed by the Lodge Secretary who sends out draft minutes after the meeting giving everyone the opportunity to examine them and request corrections. At the meeting, the Worshipful Master asks if every Brother is satisfied with the accuracy of the minutes recorded and if so, they are signed at…
It’s true that we can’t always get along with everyone that we meet, but there’s no room for bad blood in the Lodge. If two members happen to fall out, they aren’t allowed to carry the conflict over into the lodge. Any ill-feeling must be left at the door, as it could potentially cause disruption….
