Welcome
to the Corinthian Lodge
Corinthian Lodge No. 96, Ancient Free
and Accepted Masons, G.R.C.
What is Freemasonry?
Freemasonry is the oldest and largest worldwide
fraternity dedicated to the Brotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of a
Supreme Being (We have members of all faiths). Although of a
religious nature, Freemasonry is not a religion. It urges its members
however, to be faithful and devoted to their own religious beliefs. You'll
find Masonic Lodges around the world!
The organization of Freemasonry is based on a system
of
Grand Lodge, each sovereign within its
own territory. There is no central authority governing all
Grand Lodges. However, to be acknowledged
by others, accepted traditions, standards and practices must be
maintained.
In our Province the governing body is called the
Grand Lodge of
Canada in the
Province of Ontario. It is under the leadership of a Grand Master. He presides
over the 57,000 Masons who belong to one or more of the 611 Lodges in our
jurisdiction. Each of the these lodges is under the direction of a Master.
As a fraternity, Freemasonry provides an opportunity
for men to meet and enjoy friendly companionship. In the spirit of
helpfulness and brotherly love and guided by strict moral principles, it
encourages goodwill toward all mankind. Freemasonry is of a personal
nature in its private ceremonies. Its ritual dramatizes a philosophy of
life based on morality; it promotes self-improvement. The tools of
operative masons are used to symbolize and teach the basic principles of
brotherly love, charity and truth which Masons are encouraged to practice
in their daily lives, Charity is tangible way in which Masons help those
whose circumstances in like fairly warrant it.
The fraternity does not conceal its existence,
purpose, aims or principles. Masonic Halls bearing the lodge name and
emblem are familiar sights in towns and cities throughout Ontario. Many
members proudly wear Masonic insignia on rings, pins and emblems on their
vehicles.
To be one, ask one
Membership is for men, 21
years of age or older, who meet the qualifications and standards of
character and reputation, who are of good moral character, and who believe
in the existence of a supreme being. Questions on Freemasonry and Membership may be
directed to our
Lodge Secretary. Information on History
and Membership can be
obtained here.
The Structure of Freemasonry
The Structure of Freemasonry can be viewed in a
painting by Everett Henry that appeared in LIFE, vol. 41 no. 15 October
8th 1956 (Time Inc., Chicago)
The full
image can be viewed here or by clicking the image below.
Meetings every first and second
Thursday, September to June located at 99 Morrow Road, Barrie, Ontario
- THE REAL SECRET OF
-
FREEMASONRY
- MAKING GOOD MEN BETTER
