INFORMATION ABOUT MEMBERSHIP
Becoming a Freemason at Alembic Lodge No. 793 is a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Please read on to learn about joining Alembic Lodge No. 793.
Invitation
One of Freemasonry’s oldest traditions (and rules) is that men must approach the fraternity for membership voluntarily and without any pressure. Choice is an integral part of free will. As a result, no one from Alembic Lodge can invite you to petition for membership. However, there are things we can invite you to do:
- Have dinner with us before our meetings.
- Socialize with us after our meetings.
- Participate in events and casual get-togethers.
We extend these kinds of invitations to help establish the relationships necessary to create a path to membership. Then, if you decide you want to petition for membership, all you’ll need to do is ask.
Time
Are you interested in investing time in getting to know us and for us to get to know you? If you are, then you’re already off to a good start. How much time? It depends on you and the quality of the interactions we have together. We value your time and ours, and that means:
- If you’re in a hurry to become a member of any Lodge, then this is not the right Lodge for you. Taking the time necessary to determine whether this Lodge is right for you is important.
- Family and work always come first, but if your schedule is such that you won’t be able to spend the time needed for us to get to know each other, then this is not the right Lodge for you.
Culture
Lodge culture is extremely important. Take a moment to read about Alembic Lodge’s culture. Our values and principles are a huge part of our culture.
Petitioning
If you ultimately decide that you wish to petition Alembic Lodge for membership, then we will guide you through the steps necessary to do so.
Qualifications
The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio establishes the necessary qualifications to become a Freemason in Ohio. You must first meet all of the following criteria before petitioning a Masonic Lodge in Ohio:
- Be a male who is at least 19 years old.
- Be an Ohio resident for at least six months.
- Be able to read and write English.
- Be prepared to profess a belief in Deity (or a Supreme Being).
- Be of good reputation as a man of honor and integrity.
- Be recommended by two members of the Lodge you wish to join (this will be a lot easier after you’ve spent time with us).
- Be prepared to obtain a background check if requested (Alembic Lodge requires a background check for all petitioners).