Initiation Process

The Masonic Initiation Process

Your lodge will perform three degrees (initiation ceremonies) for your education and enjoyment. These ceremonies are very dignified and inspirational. At no time will horseplay or indignities enter into the program. These degrees are very solemn, and Masons take the task of making Masons very seriously. After becoming a Master Mason (the third degree of the lodge), you will be entitled to all of the rights and benefits of full membership in the fraternity. You will be able to participate in all of our ceremonies and activities, serve as an officer, and you may seek membership in the many other Masonic-related groups, as well. These are often referred to as appendant bodies (Shriners, Scottish Rite, etc).

This process of going through the degrees can be done traditionally in your own lodge with smaller groups that include other candidates entering your lodge just like you. This process would start with the Entered Apprentice degree and then move to the Fellow Craft degree and conclude with the Master Mason degree. This traditional process could take 3-6 months. This process is very rewarding and will help you get to know the brothers at your lodge.

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