What is Masonry?
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. We 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 proper bounds.
