How Do I Become A Shriner ... ??
Freenasonry and It's Ties To The Shrine:
In order to become a Shriner, a man must first be a Freemason, or Mason as it is commonly referred as. The Fraternity of Freemasonry is the oldest, largest, and most widely known Fraternity in the world. It dates back hundreds of years to when stonemasons and other craftsmen on building projects gathered in shelter houses, or lodges. Over the years, formal Masonic lodges emerged, with the members bound together not by trade, but by their own desire to be Fraternal Brothers.
The basic unit of Masonry is the Blue Lodge, where members earn the first three Masonic Degrees. There is no higher degree than that of Master Mason (the Third Degree), but if a man wishes to further explore the allegory and symbolism learned in the Blue Lodge, he can join the Scottish Rite and/or York Rite, both of which elaborate on the basic tenets of Freemasonry.
Steps to Becoming a Shrine Mason:
Every Shriner is first a Mason: However, in many parts of North America, especially in North Carolina, Masonry does not solicit members. In these areas, no one is asked to join. A man must seek admission of his own free will. A man is a fully accepted "Blue Lodge" Mason after he has received and proved proficiency in the first three degrees, known as Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, and Master Mason.
Freemasons may not solicit or recruit for membership, but may recommend to those who they feel are good men. If you are interested in becoming a Mason, joining is as easy as ASKING one you many know or using the contact information on the "Contact Us" page and a Shrine Club Member will be able to provide you with more information on where your closest Blue Lodge is located. It’s up to you to ASK to become a Mason. So 2B1ASK1 and you will be on your way !!!
Where Do I Get A Petition To Become An Amran Shriner??:
As stated above, in order to become a Shriner, a man must first be a Master Mason. Men who wish to be become Shriners must first achieve Master Mason status and be in "Good Standing" with their Blue Lodge - That means all Shriners are Masons, but not all Masons are Shriners.
You can find our more about the steps to becoming a Master Mason or a Shriner at: www.beashrinernow.com/roadmap/.
Once you have completed your three degrees in Freemasonry, only then can you petition Amran Shriners for membership. Click on the link button below to view and print out a petition for Amran Shriners membership. (In .PDF Format and opens in a new tab or window).
