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Masonry encompasses a series of moral teachings based on allegory and the symbolism of ancient stonemasonry. But we’re so much more than our history. We’re a way to find friendship, purpose, and connection.</p><p>At its core, Freemasonry is about:</p><ul><li><strong>True Friendship<br /></strong>Many members meet their best friends through Freemasonry. That’s because Masonry offers a combination that’s hard to find anywhere else: shared traditions, shared purpose, and a shared commitment to fostering lifelong relationships.</li><li><strong>Personal Development<br /></strong>Ancient Freemasons focused on building structures. Today’s Masons focus on building character. We believe in strong values, and we embody them through our actions, our relationships, and our service to others.</li><li><strong>Community Service<br /></strong>Masons take an obligation to support those around them. Masons give back in a multitude of ways, from local charity drives to statewide efforts through the <a href="http://masonicfoundation.org/">California Masonic Foundation</a>.</li></ul> </div> <div class="section_cta"> <a class="copy-cta" href="https://freemason.org/discover-masonry/connect/">Connect to a Lodge</a> </div> </div> </div> <script> jQuery( document ).ready(function() { gsap.to(".slide-nav", { scrollTrigger: { trigger: ".slidez-49fa8fa", start: 'top', end: 'center', scrub: true }, opacity: 1 }); }); </script> <script> jQuery( document ).ready(function() { gsap.to(".cta-button", { scrollTrigger: { trigger: ".slidez-49fa8fa", start: 'top', end: 'center', scrub: true }, top: 15 }); }); </script> <script> jQuery( document ).ready(function() { ScrollTrigger.create({ trigger: '.slidez-49fa8fa', // scroller: '.fullpage-js-slideshow', start: 'top top', // endTrigger: '.slide2', // end: 'bottom 50%+=100px', pin: '.backgroundz-img-49fa8fa', pinSpacing: false, }) }); </script> <div id="slide-44f2602" class="fullpage-js-slideshow__slide slidez-44f2602"> <div class="backgroundz-img backgroundz-img-44f2602" style="background-image: url('https://freemason.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC03835-scaled.jpg'); background-position: center center; background-size: cover; background-repeat: ; background-color: ;"></div> <div class="full-slideshow__contentz copyz copy-44f2602"> <div class="copyz-inner"> <h3>Who We Are</h3> <p>Our secret isn’t ancient rituals or secret ceremonies. It’s our members. <a href="https://californiafreemason.org/category/member-profile/">Meet some of them here</a>. Our members come from all backgrounds and all walks of life. The average age of new members is about 36.</p><p>While the Masons of California represents the largest Masonic organization in the state, it isn’t the only one. See a list of <a href="https://freemason.org/masonic-organizations/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">other Masonic groups here.</a></p> </div> <div class="section-callout"> <div class="callout-title">Did you know?</div> <div class="callout-content">There are about 5 million Freemasons worldwide, and approximately 40,000 in California.</div> </div> <div class="section_cta"> <a class="copy-cta" href="https://freemason.org/discover-masonry/connect/">Connect to a Lodge</a> </div> </div> </div> <script> jQuery( document ).ready(function() { ScrollTrigger.create({ trigger: '.slidez-44f2602', // scroller: '.fullpage-js-slideshow', start: 'top top', // endTrigger: '.slide2', // end: 'bottom 50%+=100px', pin: '.backgroundz-img-44f2602', pinSpacing: false, }) }); </script> <div id="slide-806137f" class="fullpage-js-slideshow__slide slidez-806137f"> <div class="backgroundz-img backgroundz-img-806137f" style="background-image: url('https://freemason.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/3_What-Is-a-Masonic-Lodge.jpg'); background-position: center center; background-size: cover; background-repeat: ; background-color: ;"></div> <div class="full-slideshow__contentz copyz copy-806137f"> <div class="copyz-inner"> <h3>What Is a Masonic Lodge?</h3> <p>A Masonic lodge is essentially a local chapter. The term “lodge” refers to both the members of that chapter (for example, Illinoistown-Clay Lodge No. 51, seen here) and the building in which they meet. Use our <a href="https://freemason.org/discover-masonry/lodge-locator/">Lodge Locator</a> tool to find a lodge near you.</p><p>Keep in mind that Freemasonry exists in nearly every country in the world. Lodges in a given region are overseen by a grand lodge, or larger administrative organization. The <a href="https://freemason.org">Grand Lodge of California</a> is made up of more than 330 local lodges. Other Masonic organizations, like the <a href="https://mwphglcal.org/">Prince Hall Grand Lodge of California</a> and the <a href="https://wglca.org/">Women's Grand Lodge of California</a>, have local lodges, as well—some of which meet in the same buildings as ours. </p> </div> <div class="section_cta"> <a class="copy-cta" href="https://freemason.org/discover-masonry/lodge-locator/">Find a Lodge</a> </div> </div> </div> <script> jQuery( document ).ready(function() { ScrollTrigger.create({ trigger: '.slidez-806137f', // scroller: '.fullpage-js-slideshow', start: 'top top', // endTrigger: '.slide2', // end: 'bottom 50%+=100px', pin: '.backgroundz-img-806137f', pinSpacing: false, }) }); </script> <div id="slide-67eaa2f" class="fullpage-js-slideshow__slide slidez-67eaa2f"> <div class="backgroundz-vid backgroundz-img-67eaa2f"> <video id="background-video" class="bvidz background-img-67eaa2f" autoplay loop muted > <source src="https://freemason.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Inside-Masonic-Lodge.mp4" type="video/mp4"> </video> </div> <div class="full-slideshow__contentz copyz copy-67eaa2f"> <div class="copyz-inner"> <h3>What Happens in a Lodge?</h3> <p>Every lodge has at least one recurring event on the calendar: A stated meeting. That’s where members share announcements, vote on new members, and do the ongoing work of running the lodge, which is a nonprofit organization. It’s also a regular chance for members to catch up and support one another.</p><p>The lodge is also where new members advance through the degrees of Masonry, and where members hold parties, community events, and communal dinners.</p> </div> <div class="section-callout"> <div class="callout-title">Did you know?</div> <div class="callout-content">While lodges almost always have a regular meeting place, they can actually meet anywhere as long as they follow a few rules. 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On a statewide level, they support public education and early childhood literacy efforts in vulnerable communities.</li><li><strong>Mentor. </strong>Masons frequently work closely with students, including members of the <a href="https://californiafreemason.org/2020/07/14/100-years-later-still-leaning-in/">Masonic youth orders</a>.</li></ul> </div> <div class="section_cta"> <a class="copy-cta" href="https://freemason.org/discover-masonry/connect/">Connect to a Lodge</a> </div> </div> </div> <script> jQuery( document ).ready(function() { ScrollTrigger.create({ trigger: '.slidez-2fdb607', // scroller: '.fullpage-js-slideshow', start: 'top top', // endTrigger: '.slide2', // end: 'bottom 50%+=100px', pin: '.backgroundz-img-2fdb607', pinSpacing: false, }) }); </script> <div id="slide-outro" class="slide slide-outro"> <div class="backgroundz-img-outro" style="background-color: #fff; background-image: url('https://freemason.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/SCbackground.png')"></div> <div 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