Why Freemasonry Today?
Masonry is the world's first and largest
fraternal organization. It is a body of knowledge and a system
of ethics based on the belief that each man has a
responsibility to improve himself while being devoted to his
family, faith, country, and fraternity.
As Masons, we lead by example, give back to our
communities, and support numerous Masonic philanthropies. We
invest in children, our neighborhoods, and our future.
Our Values
Our Mission is guided by the enduring and relevant
tenets of our fraternity--Brotherly Love, Relief, and
Truth--and our core values, which include:
Ethics
Our lives are based on honor and integrity, and
we believe that honesty, compassion, trust, and knowledge are
important.
Tolerance
The fraternity values religious, ethnic,
cultural, social, and educational differences. We respect the
opinions of others and strive to improve and develop as human
beings.
Personal
growth
Our continuous pursuit of
knowledge, ethics, spirituality, and leadership brings more
meaning to our lives.
Philanthropy
We make a difference in our communities
through charitable giving, community service, and
volunteerism.
Family
We strive to be better spouses, parents, and family
members and are committed to protecting the well being of
members and their families, especially when they are in
need.
Freedom
Masons value the liberties outlined in the U.S.
Constitution and continually promote freedom of speech and
expression, freedom to worship a Supreme Being in an
individual way, and other important liberties. We believe it
is our duty to vote in public elections and to exercise all of
our liberties within due and proper
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