Frequently Asked Questions

       Tannehill Lodge No. 52 offers the following answers to some of the more Frequently Asked
      Questions (FAQs).  As one would expect there are many more, but these are a compilation
      of some of the questions inventoried over the years. Some Masonic Lodge websites offer
      similar material; however, when appropriate, we have attempted to go extra mile, beyond
      the stock answers people get and give by including our deepest and sincere thoughts keeping
      in mind where some of these questions may have originated from.

          If you have any specific question that has not been answered below or within other areas
      of this site, please feel free to Contact the Historians Committee or visit the Resources &
       Links  sections of the same to find the answers.

    Q: Does one have to be invited to become a Freemason?
    A: No.

    Solicitation for Masonic recruitment is strictly forbidden. Most men believe that one has to be
    invited or have a family member that is a Mason to join a Masonic Lodge.  Though all morally
    good men would be welcomed in an Masonic Lodge, the individual himself must ask a Mason
    about becoming a member.  This question is likely due to the fact that from the 1700's through
    the 1900's, Masonry was considered an extremely exclusive gentlemen’s organization.  This
    period in United States history was a time when sons followed in their father's footsteps,
          making Masonry a family tradition!  From the outside looking in, it's easy to understand why
         people might think that one has to be asked to join - ironically, exactly the opposite is true.
         “Ask one to be One.”

    Q: How much does it cost to be a member of your lodge?
     A: Not Much.

        The dues from Tannehill Lodge No. 52, are currently $50 per year and will be adjusted upward at
       the will and pleasure of the Worshipful Master and the consent of the Lodge.  There are fees
       associated with each of the three degrees, which are $110 per degree, included in these fees is a
       portion the lodge is required to pay to Grand Lodge per capita and a portion to the George
       Washington Memorial in Alexandria Virginia.

     Q: What are the expectations of being a member of your lodge?
     A: Niche.

        The members of Tannehill Lodge No. 52 are expected to find a niche whereby they can use
       their talents and natural inclinations to perform one of the many duties surrounding the lodge
       to help it run smoothly and professionally. Some serve on investigation committees, degree
       teams, others work on the newsletter or web site, and yet others assist with blood drives or
       the distribution of Girl’s Scout cookies. While others serve on the various committees included
       on the Lodge Committees page of this site.  There are those that plan fund raisers and events.
       Some mentor and concentrate on the esoteric aspect of the work and yet others plan Family
       Nights, while some greet our guests.  A few experienced in the Preservation and Archiving of  
       Historical Documents are involved in that ongoing task.  Some are devoted to performing
       Funeral services for our departed brethren.  Lastly, there are those committed to the welfare
       of the lodge from behind the scenes, by performing any of the other countless duties that come
       across the Worshipful Master’s desk each week.  Generally, we expect our members to do
       the best they can and require them to reserve a couple of hours on Monday and Tuesday
       evenings for the devotions mentioned above.                                        
Ancient Free & Accepted Masons
Tannehill Lodge No. 52

Texas Masonry Since 1849
Website Last Updated On April 21, 2007

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