Perhaps your grandfather, father, or uncle was or is a Mason. Perhaps you have a friend who is a Mason. Or, perhaps you have just seen a ring or lapel pin that some men wear and you heard that it stood for "some group". Somehow, you have been introduced to Masonry, and now would like to know just what is so important about this organization that compels a man to ask for admission.

Masonry is said to be the oldest and largest fraternity in the world. Its members include some of the most famous and important men in all parts of history. George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Douglas MacArthur, Sam Houston, Stephen F. Austin, John Wayne, Norman Vincent Peale, Harry S. Truman, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin Roosevelt, Wolfgang Mozart, Neil Armstrong, Edwin (Buzz) Aldrin, Will Rogers, Cy Young, Irving Berlin, Samuel L. (Mark Twain) Clemens, Ernest Borgnine, Louis Armstrong, William "Count" Basie, Johann C. Bach, Winston Churchill... The list goes on and on. In fact, many of the founding fathers of our country were Masons, as were several of our presidents. Whatever the age of masonry, and it has withstood some very trying times, it still thrives today.

But why so many men, in one particular organization? Most likely, the reason is what Masonry stands for. Masons believe in one God and the moral teachings that are inherent in that belief. Belief in one God is mandatory. (For this reason, an atheist cannot become a Mason.) Masons believe in making good men better. They believe in living by the laws of their country and upholding the moral values within their communities. They know that God, family, and their vocations are the most important parts of their lives. (The fraternity should never come before these.)

Masonry is a benevolent organization, helping people around the world and around the neighborhood. Some help make it possible for others to walk, some help make it possible for others to see, some help make it possible for others to heal from burns, some help make it possible for others to learn, but all make an effort to help others.

There are far too many aspects of Masonry to list all of them here. If you would like to learn more about becoming a Mason, all you have to do is ask. But understand that it is you who must ask. If you know a Mason, talk to him. He will be glad to help. Or, you may contact Danville #101 or any other lodge.

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