Among millions of Masons, not one was lawfully invited to apply for membership. Our code of conduct prevents it. Thus, no faithful Mason can invite you. Any Mason can obtain a Petition for the Degrees of Masonry for you, but you must ask for it—and for good reason.
You must first ask yourself if you're suitably prepared to enter the "gentle craft of Masonry"—to become a brother in the world's most exclusive fraternal order. Few men are intellectually or spiritually prepared to understand or appreciate even the more apparent meanings of Masonry.
Do you reflect on the nature of man's existence and your obligations to God, your family, and yourself?
If such ethical and moral questions hold little interest for you, then you will gain little benefit from the teachings of the Craft. But if you seek a more meaningful quality of life—and the spirit of charity and good fellowship which flow from it—then Freemasonry has much to offer you.
We want you to know what we believe, how we act, and what we do—and then, should you become a Mason, to be proud to be our Brother and to participate in our work. Only those who desire membership because of their favorable impression of us should seek a petition.
Any man who is 19 years of age or older, of good moral character, who comes well-recommended, and who believes in a Supreme Being may petition to become a Freemason by contacting the lodge he wishes to join.
For more details on Freemasonry in general, please contact us or visit the Grand Lodge of Ohio.
Mailing Address
Mid-Century Lodge
Avon Lake Masonic Temple
PO Box 213
Avon Lake, Ohio 44012
Lodge Phone
440-933-8265
E-mail
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