I feel this is a wonderful and informative video that shines a positive light on the Freemason Society. We are builders of a better life that encompasses all. As an active member of the Massachusetts lodge, Boston i personally participate in many community outreach programs, and as a member of the Aleppo Shriners,MA we preform many works for burned children. Please see and judge us by our works, not conspiracy groups. Have a blessed day...
In Massachusetts and Rhode Island (the jurisdictions that I am most familiar with) African Americans and caucasians can join the same lodges, and often do. There are a number of African Americans who choose to join Prince Hall as their personal choice. Both have existed in the United States since before the our nation earned its independence. Price Hall was formed in 1775 (I believe) and traditional Masonry was brought to the states a little earlier. Both are worthy and respectable bodies.
My uncle is a freemason--was in charge of his lodge for awhile..apparently made 32 Degree Mason (scottish rite) but hasnt revealed much to me about it--was always curious though..lots of history there
I joined the Mason a few years ago in Australia. I am now a Master Mason and can honestly say I have seen only good people with good values. This has been one of my best decisions of my life and those around me.
Ah, but we are not seeking salvation. We are seeking an improved state of society for ourselves and the people we live with. Faith is very important in driving us, however faith without action is like solving a mystery and never writing it down.
This is simply not true. Your race is not a factor in determining your ability to become a Mason. Your belief in a supreme being and your moral character alone qualify you.
Yes. Absolutely. While I cannot speak for the World over, I know that Massachusetts Masonry is proud to have respected men of many races, creeds and colors amongst our ranks.
In southern states, there are Prince Hall lodges (for African Americans) and F&AM or AF&AM lodges (for Caucasians). Here in Maryland, there has to be a formal invitation from one lodge to the next, a black mason can't just walk into my lodge (though I think it is far high time that they should be able to). It is getting better in Maryland, and as a whole I think masons are a reflection of society, but there are still some racial tendencies in some states' lodges.
Brother, a job well done, we need to get this video and more like them out into the communities across the nation! This is an excellent example of Freemasonry...it's not just in Mass...it's worldwide!! TXMASN
I feel this is a wonderful and informative video that shines a positive light on the Freemason Society. We are builders of a better life that encompasses all. As an active member of the Massachusetts lodge, Boston i personally participate in many community outreach programs, and as a member of the Aleppo Shriners,MA we preform many works for burned children. Please see and judge us by our works, not conspiracy groups. Have a blessed day...
dralimuhammed 2 years ago
In Massachusetts and Rhode Island (the jurisdictions that I am most familiar with) African Americans and caucasians can join the same lodges, and often do. There are a number of African Americans who choose to join Prince Hall as their personal choice. Both have existed in the United States since before the our nation earned its independence. Price Hall was formed in 1775 (I believe) and traditional Masonry was brought to the states a little earlier. Both are worthy and respectable bodies.
werstler 3 years ago
My uncle is a freemason--was in charge of his lodge for awhile..apparently made 32 Degree Mason (scottish rite) but hasnt revealed much to me about it--was always curious though..lots of history there
mausermilitia 3 years ago 2
I joined the Mason a few years ago in Australia. I am now a Master Mason and can honestly say I have seen only good people with good values. This has been one of my best decisions of my life and those around me.
sunshinecoast43 3 years ago 3
i would like to become a mason - im from new york - where should i go ?
max1ous 3 years ago
wow i think i could get into this
and its all what i need what i looked for in all my life like i thought i didnt fit in but this fits perfectly
zos2322 3 years ago
You are saved through your faith in Christ....not because of your good works....Sorry
travett1001 3 years ago
Ah, but we are not seeking salvation. We are seeking an improved state of society for ourselves and the people we live with. Faith is very important in driving us, however faith without action is like solving a mystery and never writing it down.
werstler 3 years ago 3
Wonderful video, I am proud to say I am a Freemason!
adefender03 4 years ago 3
Great Job Brethren!!!
Would Love to Have a Copy for our Lodge.
Worshipful Master
Apache Lodge No. 69 F. & A.M.
Mesa, AZ
dgmac911 4 years ago 2
resp Logia el shadday n 15 Managua
muchas gracias
triangolare 4 years ago
i thought you had to be white to be a mason.
beltcharles 4 years ago
This is simply not true. Your race is not a factor in determining your ability to become a Mason. Your belief in a supreme being and your moral character alone qualify you.
werstler 4 years ago
Can white and colored associate in the
same lodge?
Can a catholic be a mason?
maurieer 4 years ago
Yes. Absolutely. While I cannot speak for the World over, I know that Massachusetts Masonry is proud to have respected men of many races, creeds and colors amongst our ranks.
werstler 4 years ago
werstler...
Thank you.
maurieer 4 years ago
In southern states, there are Prince Hall lodges (for African Americans) and F&AM or AF&AM lodges (for Caucasians). Here in Maryland, there has to be a formal invitation from one lodge to the next, a black mason can't just walk into my lodge (though I think it is far high time that they should be able to). It is getting better in Maryland, and as a whole I think masons are a reflection of society, but there are still some racial tendencies in some states' lodges.
Saxy64 3 years ago
very well put together...thank you to my brothers in Massachusetts..continue to shine bright..joppa lodge#21, brooklyn, NY
sinz 4 years ago
I Started the "Freemasons" guild in World of Warcraft in the realm "Dath Remar."
felizay 4 years ago
Inspiring video brothers! Very well done!
Christian A. Sueiras
A:.F:.&A:.M:. Porvenir de Puerto Rico Lodge #88
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
csueiras 4 years ago
The last people with honour and honesty :)
Darkwolfy88 4 years ago
masonry is not satanism but enlightenment :)
Darkwolfy88 4 years ago
This is a great video. I am also proud be a Mason, But even more proud to be a Prince Hall Mason
shaaban103noble 4 years ago
im confused is this sum kind of american religion or something?
westbwoy 4 years ago
the mason's started in europe. a lot of our founding fathers were members.
beltcharles 4 years ago
This is good job Binford lodge#26 M.Barber.
free40yess 4 years ago
this is good work brother.
free40yess 4 years ago
Congratulations, brothers. Well done.
A:.R:.L:.S:. Perfeita Liberdade nº130
Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
taupter 4 years ago
Thank you for posting the video. Very informative!
derekwilliams1982 4 years ago
Brother, a job well done, we need to get this video and more like them out into the communities across the nation! This is an excellent example of Freemasonry...it's not just in Mass...it's worldwide!! TXMASN
txmasn 4 years ago
Excellent job brothers!
joshuawarwick 4 years ago
This is the most truthful, honest and accurate representation of Freemasonry that I have ever seen!
SJV
Concordia Lodge #67
Jenkintown, PA
Noggy2 4 years ago
What an excellent presentation. Depicts the real truth of masonry.
singanga 4 years ago
Good work!
beatityatube 4 years ago
Superb.
HV5538 4 years ago
Well done, and an excellent representation of Freemasonry.
JamesCanby 5 years ago
SO MOTE IT BE!!!
mweller18 5 years ago