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How to Become a
Mason
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Membership is
open to men age 18 and older who believe in a Supreme
Being and meet the qualifications and standards. Men of
all ethnic and religious backgrounds are welcome.
One of Masonry's
traditions is that we do not solicit members. Men must
seek membership on their own initiative. When you're
ready to join, you have two choices. You can either request
assistance in joining by filling out the request
information form and someone will contact you regarding
membership or you can follow the steps below and do it
on your own:
- First, select the lodge
to which you wish to apply. This lodge may be
close to your work or home whichever is most
convenient. Use the Lodge
Locator to determine the nearest lodge.
Contact the lodge you choose so that you may
visit the lodge during an event. After visiting
the lodge, ask for a membership information
packet.
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- When you have completed
the application form included in the packet, it
must be signed by two Masons who recommend you
for membership. You will have met Masons at the
lodge event. You can also contact the lodge
secretary for assistance.
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- Return your application and
the application payment noted on the
application. The lodge will schedule visits in
your home with selected lodge members to discuss
your application and to answer your questions. A
report will be made at the next lodge meeting
and your application will be voted upon.
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- You will be notified of
your acceptance as a candidate for the degrees,
and you will receive instructions about
participation in the three degree ceremonies.
The degrees explain Freemasonry and give you the
opportunity to experience the lodge's traditions
and fellowship. When you complete all three
degrees, you become a full member.
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Meeting held first Thursday of
every month at 7:30 PM (Dinner at 6:30
PM)
Castro Valley Masonic Center
4521 Crow Canyon Road
Castro Valley,
CA
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2014
Castro Valley, CA
94546-0014
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