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QUALIFICATIONS TO BECOME A MEMBER
All Freemasons are held to the same standard and must be of good character and reputation to become and remain a member. Additionally, to join Illinois Freemasonry (Prince Hall Affiliated), you must first meet the following criteria:
Be a man and at least 18 years of age.
Be a resident in the State of Illinois
Be of good moral character.
Have a personal belief in a Supreme Being.
Decide to become a Mason of “your own free will and accord”.
Be loyal to your country.
Dedicated to providing for your own family.
Have a sincere determination to conduct yourself in a manner that will earn the respect and trust of others.
Possess a desire to help others through community service and universal benevolence.
Be of good mental and physical health and have good control and use of your limbs.
HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER
Follow these steps to join the Fraternity:
1. Connect with a Member
If you know a Mason, start by speaking with them.
If not, reach out to a lodge in your area.
2. Express Your Interest
Masons do not recruit members—you must take the initiative to express your desire to join.
3. Complete a Background Check
Before receiving a membership petition, you must pass a background check.
Visit SentryLink.com to complete the process.
Once completed, send your background check to the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge Secretary at RWGSecboaz809@yahoo.com.
4. Lodge Review & Contact
After reviewing your background check, the Subordinate Lodge Secretary will reach out to you.
5. Submit a Membership Petition
Complete the petition and secure signatures from two lodge members.
Submit the petition along with the required fees to your local lodge.
6. Meet with Lodge Members
Three members will meet with you to answer any questions you may have.
7. Ballot & Notification
Your petition will be presented for a secret ballot vote.
If accepted, you will be notified and given instructions on the next steps.
P G Porter Lodge 142, located in East St Louis Illinois. Our meeting times are the first and third Saturdays of every month at 1600 hours (4:00 pm) - 1611 Ohio, East St Louis, IL.
For more information Email: pgporter142@gmail.com
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