Chaggeley Lodge - Sussex Masons - Uckfield

Supporting each other and charities is at the heart of Freemasonry. The Masonic Charitable Foundation strive to offer and improve the wellbeing and promote independance for disadvantaged and vunerable people thoughout the UK. To become a Freemason isn't 'free' but knowing where our money goes makes it all that more worthwhile #charitablegiving https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5pNkbkYR K0

MYTH #2: Freemasonry is a Secret Society We've often been described as not a secret society, but a society with secrets. If freemasonry were a genuine secret society, one would likely not even be aware of its existence!
Freemasons Hall is open to the public on most dates and times thoughout the year, its rented out to various organisations , the hall also contains within its premises a Gift Shop where masons and non-masons can purchase books about masonic history, symbolism ...and even the various ritual books used in their catechistic rituals know as degrees, Emulation Ritual being the most popular for the Craft (first three degrees) of Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Mason. These ritual books contain abbreviated words, which can easily be deciphered using an exposure publication like Walton Hannah's Darkness Visible.
Additionally, anyone with a reader's ticket for the British Library can have access to all the masonic rituals, word for word, motion for motion. Indeed a simple Internet search would expose you to all the relevant 'Secrets' that are contained within our ritual.. but without the context and understanding, much of the meaning is lost and the point of why we gather meaningless.
If you want to know more.. we're always happy to meet and discuss Freemasonry with anyone who is interested.
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Myth #1 Freemasonry is a Religion... "We are all sprung from the same stock, partakers of the same nature and sharers in the same hope..."
The precise origin of freemasonry is unknown, so we only have certain theories put forward with respect to how, where, and why it started. There are speculative histories and the emergence of modern masonic studies all of which offer up interesting theories and facts most circle around a medieval guild of stonemasons which consolidated t...heir own societal headquarters in London in 1717, emergent at a time when religion controlled the masses as well as wealth and society, it can be easy to understand why Freemasonry can be lumped in as being a religion.
However.. its is not.
Freemasonry is not a religion because it lacks the fundamental elements of which religion is based upon. It offers no sacraments or salvation, it has no one enlightened founder and it has no sacred text of its own. However, it is a quasi-religious organisation since prayers are said, an organ is usually played, and - most significantly in order to become freemasons within the jurisdiction of the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), candidates must believe in a Supreme Being, who is referred to as The Great Architect Of The Universe (TGAOTU). Essentially meaning that men of all faiths can partake in Freemasonry without idols or religious symbols clashing.
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***Shattering Myths about Freemasonry*** Freemasonry is a relatively obscure subject with many myths surrounding the organisation. The purpose of these myth posts will be to provide you with some insight into the past and present background of freemasonry as a fraternal organisation, highlight the main myths associated with freemasonry as well as to shatter these myths or illusions hovering over its membership, we dont bite.. we never have! Myth #1 coming soon! #freemasonrymyths #askafreemason

Chaggeley Lodge have been extremely busy over the last 6 months. In a time when Freemasonry has seen a slight decline in its numbers, we have been lucky enough to gain some excellent new members. We always have room for more! Should you need further infomation, get in touch today #freemasonry #charity #makinggoodmenbetter

Looking for a new social element in your life? Would you like to make new friendships and extend your social network with like minded people, Sussex Freemasonry & Chaggeley Lodge welcome you to find out more.. Contact us today for further information. #endloneliness

Exciting time for us Chaggeley Lodge 8609 we've a few busy months ahead and can boast 4 initiations in 6 meetings :) - as ever, if you are interested in Masonry please get in touch.

Over 21 years old? Curious about joining but don't know the next steps? We are actively seeking new members, all are welcome, just ask .. 👍
Chaggeley Lodge 8609, we are a friendly group who hold regular meetings at the Uckfield Masonic Centre on the 1st Tuesday of: February (Installation), April, May, October, November and December, (generally 6pm start).

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