Amos Johnson Lodge #148
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Missouri Jurisdiction P.H.A F & A.M
Becoming A Mason
Becoming a Freemason is a meaningful and enriching experience. It requires a commitment to personal growth, ethical conduct, and community service. If you are interested in joining, take the time to learn about Freemasonry and ensure that it aligns with your values.
Remember, Freemasonry is about making good men better, so your journey in the Fraternity will involve continuous learning and improvement.
If you are ready to take the first step and join Lodge #148, reach out to a current member, and express your interest. The road to becoming a Freemason can be a rewarding and life-changing journey!
What Is Free Masonry?
Freemasonry (often called simply Masonry) is one of the world’s oldest and most respected fraternal organizations — a global brotherhood that has united men of good character for more than 300 years. Rooted in the traditions of the ancient stonemasons who built Europe’s cathedrals and castles, Freemasonry uses the tools and language of that craft as symbols to teach timeless lessons in morality, self-improvement, and service to humanity.
At its heart, Freemasonry is a journey of personal growth — a commitment to becoming a better man, friend, citizen, and leader. Members are guided by enduring principles of integrity, compassion, and respect, and are inspired to live these values both within the Lodge and in everyday life.
Freemasonry stands on three core pillars:
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True Friendship
The bonds formed through Masonry are deep and lasting. Masons share a spirit of brotherhood built on mutual respect, trust, and a shared purpose. Many discover lifelong friends and mentors through the fraternity. -
Personal Development
Freemasonry challenges each member to build his inner character as carefully as ancient craftsmen built their cathedrals — with patience, precision, and purpose. Through reflection, study, and fellowship, Masons strive to live by high moral standards and to lead by example. -
Community Service
Service is central to Masonic life. From supporting local charities and youth programs to providing scholarships and disaster relief, Masons work to uplift their communities and make the world a better place.
Freemasonry is more than an organization — it is a way of life that inspires men to grow in virtue, strengthen their bonds with others, and leave a positive mark on the world around them.