Become a Freemason
Lakewood Lodge #170 welcomes good men seeking brotherhood, personal growth, and a life of purposeful service. Here is how to take the first step.
Qualifications
Who Can Join Freemasonry?
Freemasonry is open to men of good character from all walks of life, regardless of race, religion, politics, or social standing. To be considered for membership at Lakewood Lodge #170, a petitioner must meet these requirements.
Male, 18 or Older
Freemasonry is a fraternal organization open to men who are at least 18 years of age. In Colorado, a man must be of legal adult age to petition for membership.
Belief in a Supreme Being
Freemasonry is not a religion, but it does require belief in a Supreme Being. Masons of every faith, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, and Hindu, are welcome and practice their own faith independently.
Good Moral Character
Freemasonry seeks men of honest, upright character who are committed to living a moral and lawful life in their community.
Your Own Free Will
A man must come to Freemasonry of his own accord, uninfluenced by others. Membership is never solicited. You must choose to seek it for yourself.
The Path to Membership
How to Become a Freemason at Lodge #170
Joining Freemasonry is a deliberate, meaningful process. Here is what to expect from your first visit through your third degree.
Step 1
Attend a Meet & Greet
Come to a Tuesday evening meet & greet from 6:30 to 9:30 PM (every Tuesday except the fifth Tuesday of a month). Meet lodge members, ask questions, and get a feel for Lakewood Lodge #170. No obligation or prior knowledge required.
Step 2
Submit a Petition
When you are ready, you complete a formal petition for membership. Members of the lodge who have gotten to know you at our Tuesday events can sponsor your petition.
Step 3
Getting to Know You
Members of the lodge meet with you informally to learn about your character and your reasons for seeking membership. It is a friendly conversation rather than an interrogation, and mutual understanding is the goal.
Step 4
Lodge Decision
The members of Lodge #170 consider your petition together. Freemasonry has always held that a new brother should be welcomed by the whole lodge, not simply admitted by a committee.
Step 5