About Freemasonry
Freemasonry has many aims and objectives:
Moral & Social Standards
Although there are several regional and national Masonic charities, which you can read about under the section Charity, Pilgrim Lodge, supported by Yorkshire West Riding Province, is also very active in local charities.
These include supporting the Yorkshire Air Ambulance, purchasing waterproof radios for the Otley Sailing Club and purchasing and building a playground for a local school etc. The list goes on..
Friendship
- We admit members from every ethnic group in the world.
- We believe that all individuals are equal and dependant on each other. That they must be valued for their own merits regardless of factors such as race, national origin, religious creed, social status or wealth.
- We respect the ideals and beliefs of others and endeavour to behave with kindness and understanding to all.
- We cherish all life and the well being of all.
Charity
- We consider charity as being goodwill to all.
- We care not only for Masons and their families, but also for the community as a whole.
- We raise money for charitable purposes only from our own members, not from the general public.
- We give as generously as our wealth will allow and through voluntary work in the community.
- Not only do we donate to local charities and good causes but also to medical research and need both locally and on a National scale.
Integrity & Values
- We strive for truth and believe that nothing can justify the telling of lies or being untrustworthy.
- We treat everyone in an open and honest manner.
- Our Values are expressed as single words, which describe those attributes that Freemasons try to practise.
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- Friendship
- Charity
- Integrity
- Respect
- Virtue
- Self-discipline
- Patience
- Discretion