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About Us
Freemasonry is the oldest, largest and most
widely recognized fraternal organization in the World. Founded in London,
England in 1717, its current worldwide membership totals 3.6 million
members, 1.6 million of which are in North America. With 120,000 Masons
and 530 local Lodges, Ohio has one of the largest Masonic memberships of
any state in the country.
As a fraternal organization, Freemasonry
unites men of good character who, though of different religious, ethnic,
or social backgrounds, share a belief in the fatherhood of God and the
brotherhood of mankind.
The traditions of Freemasonry are founded
upon the building of King Solomon's Temple, and its fraternal ceremonies
use the working tools of the stonemasons to symbolize moral lessons and
truths. For example, Masons are reminded at Lodge to "meet upon the level
of equality, act by the plumb of uprightness, and part upon the square of
virtue."
Like most organizations, one will get out
of Freemasonry what he is able to put into it. However, membership in
Freemasonry is not meant in any way to interfere with an individual's
commitment to his faith, family, or occupation. Freemasonry is not and
never can be a replacement for these important institutions, but rather it
is a positive environment that reminds every Mason of his duty to God, his
community, his family and himself.
Freemasonry provides opportunities for
sincere, honest, forthright men who believe in God and desire to
contribute to the improvement of their communities and themselves. Through
our Masonic Fraternalism, we reaffirm our dedication and unity to become
involved citizens who have a strong desire to preserve the values that
have made and continue to make America great.
If you
would like additional information, please Let Us
Know!
Stated meetings are held the
2nd & 4th
Monday each month at 7:30pm.
Fellowship before and afterward usually
includes good food,
hot coffee, and sometimes spirited conversations!
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M. W. Grand Lodge, A.F. and
A.M., of the State of Illinois
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