Gay masonic lodge
Pride Month, typically in June, is dedicated to celebration and commemoration of LGBTQIA+ pride, observed in the Western world. The event was popularised after the Stonewall riots, a series of gay liberation protests in in America, and has since grown internationally.
We spoke to our Operations Director, John McCrohan, about why it’s important that we at the MCF is marking Pride Month and engaging in the conversation about issues affecting the LGBTQIA+ community in June, and beyond…
Our message this year is strong – we chose ‘marching together to build a greater future’ which ties in with our strapline ‘building better lives’, because we feel that we’re at an exciting stage of our journey towards a brighter, inclusive future which we’ll achieve by productive together.
As John mentioned, we have some exciting things in the pipeline for Pride Month. This includes an interactive staff workshop in our office which will be hosted by two staff members, Ames and Caitlin, to communicate about LGBTQIA+ issues and the importance of allyship. On top of this On top of this, you’ll hear sto
Tenn. Freemasons vote to uphold ban on gay members
NASHVILLE — Tennessee Freemasons overwhelmingly voted Thursday to uphold a ban on same-sex attracted members, according to Freemasons who witnessed the vote at a members-only conference here.
Two Freemasons confirmed the results to The Tennessean but asked for anonymity because business conducted at the meetings is secret, and discovering information discussed at a meeting could fallout in them creature kicked out of the organization. The vote took place at the Grand Lodge of Tennessee in downtown Nashville.
Spokesmen for the Grand Lodge of Tennessee Free & Approved Masons did not return a petition for comment. The organization has about 41, members in Tennessee and more than lodges across the state, according to the Grand Lodge's website.
While the organization is secretive, bans on allowing gay men to participate in Tennessee and Georgia own prompted public discussion locally and globally, Christopher Hodapp, the author of Freemasons for Dummies, said in a Thursday blog post.
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Freemasons need to come out of the closet
If masons are weary of being seen as conspiratorial oddballs they need to authorize in some light and launch mixed-sex lodges
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Freemasonry a religion or cult?
No, Freemasonry is a secular organisation that welcomes people of all faiths, who recognize a Supreme Being.
Is there animosity between Freemasonry and religion?
In the past, some churches have not liked Freemasonry but this is largely the result of misunderstandings which are existence broken down. Freemasons are encouraged to follow their own religions.
Can Roman Catholics become Freemasons?
Yes, we include Freemasons from many faiths, including Catholicism.
Does Freemasonry contain any political allegiance or agenda?
No, leaders and members of different political persuasions have been Freemasons and we specifically avoid discussing politics in our meetings.
Do Freemasons give each other preference in employment and business?
It is definitely not acceptable for Freemasons to give unfair taste to Freemasonry candidates in their job roles in the community. Freemasonry can be a business network for people to craft new contacts but we do not operate in any way to design an exclusive circle of