FAQ

Q: Do you have to believe in God?

A: When becoming a Freemason, members are expected to be able to affirm a belief in a ‘Supreme Being’.  This is deliberately phrased so as to be fully inclusive and we celebrate the diverse nature of the beliefs of our members. There is no requirement to be an active practitioner of any particular religion.

Q: There are 6 Lodges in Wakefield.  Which one should I join?

A: That’s up to you.  We have lodges for different nights of the week, so your first thought should be which night could you make on a regular basis. If you could make multiple nights then it would be better to visit both lodges and meet the people there, and then decide where you feel most comfortable.

Q: What is the time commitment?

A: That depends on you.  The more you put into your journey the more you will get out of it.  Attending meetings on a regular basis, both practice nights and the regular meetings, will teach you more about the lodge and Freemasonry and will help you advance.  Being involved in ceremonies means learning lines at home as well.

Q: What is the joining process?

A: There was a time that you couldn’t be a Freemason unless you knew one or were invited.  That’s not the case anymore.  You can start the process by visiting our Contact Us page and sending us a message expressing your interest.  Once we’ve spoken to you and established which night would be best, we will pass your details onto that lodge to contact you directly.  After that, the lodge will invite you down to a number of practice nights to get to know you.  This is not only to decide your suitability for the lodge, but also to give you a chance to decide if that lodge is suitable for you. During this time the rest of the process will be explained to you.

Q: Where should Freemasonry rank on my list of priorities?

A: This is really important.  Family first, work second and then Freemasonry. It should not be the most important thing in your life and should not have a detrimental effect on other things.

Q: What are the benefits of becoming a Freemason?

A: Contrary to what the press might tell you, being a Freemason will not benefit you financially or professionally.  You won’t get a “leg up” in life.  You will benefit by expanding your circle of friends, by developing yourself through building confidence and by knowing you are making a positive contribution to society through donating time, resources and skills.  All of our members say that becoming a Freemason is one of the best decisions they’ve made.