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Organizations around the world practice slightly different forms of Freemasonry. The Grand Lodge of Florida admits men age 18 and older who believe in a supreme being and are found to be of good moral character. To become a Mason, a person must be recommended by two current members of the Lodge and voted in unanimously by the members of a Lodge.
The reasons people become Masons are personal to them. However, some of the most common reasons include:
Forming lifelong friendships
Focusing on personal development
Helping others
Being part of a historic organization you can take pride in
Meeting people from different backgrounds who share your values
Engaging with the community
Learning time-tested leadership skills
Enjoying regular social activities
Connecting with a global network
New members progress through three degrees of Freemasonry, culminating with the Master Mason degree. Each degree involves a ceremony where the moral and ethical teachings of Masonry are expressed and illustrated. One of the most rewarding parts of becoming a Mason is receiving your degrees—and supporting others as they get theirs.
There are three degrees, each containing unique life lessons.
Entered Apprentice
Fellow Craft
Master Mason
These ceremonies aren’t open to the public; they are for members only. But we can tell you this much: When you’re part of a degree ceremony, you’re part of history.
Candidates typically apply directly to the Lodge they intend to join. To do this, you can either approach a Lodge directly and request information or fill out this request for information, and we’ll reach out to help answer questions and connect you to a Lodge. If there are multiple Lodges in your area, it’s often a good idea to visit several. Since each Masonic Lodge has a unique identity, you’ll be able to tell which fits what you’re looking for.
Masons feel a special sense of responsibility for the places they call home. As a result, Freemasons show up for the events and causes that matter most to their communities.