Freemasons have gathered in lodges, seeking wisdom, fellowship, and a deeper understanding of life’s mysteries.
To invest in our community’s future, we have contributed over $500,000 to support youth education through vital partnerships with local schools, Raising a Reader, and the Cal-EPIC program, which focuses on improving early childhood literacy and creating career pathways.
Our lodge includes over 200+ members, we are especially energized by the dedicated core of brothers who actively shape our lodge by participating in meetings, degrees, and community events; the average age of engagement is a vibrant 49 years old.
Demonstrating a sustained commitment to excellence, the California Freemason magazine has been nationally recognized for its high-quality content and design with prestigious EXCEL Awards from Association Media & Publishing for 14 consecutive years.
Your Masonic journey doesn’t end as a Master Mason; it’s just the beginning. For those seeking to continue their pursuit of knowledge and brotherhood, numerous concordant bodies in and around Orange County offer unique paths for further growth.
We practice tolerance and respect for the opinions of others and treat each other with kindness and understanding.
We have a duty to care for our members, their families, and our community. We are driven to be charitable and provide relief to those in need.
We strive for truth in all things and use knowledge and reason to guide our path, aiming for a life of integrity and moral excellence.
The principles of self-improvement, fellowship, and community service are not limited to the men of our lodge. Freemasonry is part of a much larger family of independent organizations that share our values and extend our traditions to women, young men, and young women. These “concordant and appendant bodies” are vital partners in our mission to make the world a better place.
– Free & Accepted Masons
Freemasonry teaches lessons about personal integrity, charity, and the importance of leading a virtuous life. Through symbolic teachings, members are encouraged to reflect on their actions and seek self-improvement.
Absolutely! Masons are encouraged to discuss their experiences, values, and the lessons they learn with others. The only parts of our meetings that remain private are specific rituals and handshakes, which help maintain the significance of our traditions.
Freemasonry is about building better men. Through moral teachings and personal reflection, we guide members to become better versions of themselves—better fathers, husbands, friends, and citizens. Each member's journey is unique, with the level of learning and advancement entirely up to the individual, based on their own education, enthusiasm, and interest in Freemasonry. There are no deadlines or required time commitments, allowing each person to progress at their own pace.
Yes. Freemasons are deeply involved in charitable work, both locally and globally. Many lodges support causes like public education, childhood literacy, scholarships, and health care initiatives, along with community-specific projects.
To join Freemasonry, you must be a man, at least 18 years old, and believe in a higher power. You’ll also need to meet and get to know members of a local lodge who will recommend your membership.
No. Freemasonry encourages men of all faiths to join, as long as they believe in a higher power. Freemasonry itself is not a religion, and it does not interfere with personal religious beliefs or spiritual practice.
Freemasonry uses rituals as a way to impart important life lessons and values through symbolism and allegory. These rituals have been passed down for centuries and serve to bond members while teaching timeless virtues.
It’s simple—reach out to our lodge or better yet, visit us. Get to know the members, ask what we do and ask why we became a Mason. Each answer will be unique. Scroll down to call or send us a message.
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To inspire change and make the world a better place by showing brotherly love, collaborating, and striving to be our best selves. To move in solidarity and empathy while helping our brothers, our neighbors, and our communities.
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