The Mythe Lodge No. 6949 is a Masonic Lodge in Tewkesbury. We are in the
Province of Gloucestershire and we are warranted by The United Grand Lodge of England.
The Mythe Lodge is a happy and friendly Lodge and we would be pleased to meet you, to discuss Freemasonry openly and encourage people of like mind to join Freemasonry
Here are a range of benefits associated with becoming a Freemason which include;
Becoming a better person and a better member of the local community by seeking a more complete understanding of ourselves, our lives and our relationships with our God and with our neighbours, through Masonic ceremonies and allegories
experiencing the unique experience of Freemasonry through fellowship and socialising with men and their families who share a common philosophy of life and have a shared purpose. It is one of the oldest and most successful opportunities to make lasting friendships.
learning more about our duties in society by meeting, sharing and discussing Masonic principles with like-minded people
developing our personal potential to be an influence for good in society through opportunities to practise charity in all its forms
improved personal achievements by learning new skills from peers and mentors in a safe environment where the only reward is that of an increased sense of individual worth. Taking a part in the workings of the Lodge is a great testing ground for your public speaking, teamwork and communication which boosts self confidence and results in growth as a person.
The opportunity to use life skills acquired through work or study to help those, who may not have had similar opportunities, to improve themselves.
meeting with people from all walks of life – broadening the mind through friendships as equals – enjoying the levelling effect of all being Brothers together irrespective of social, financial, occupational, public, private or religious position and status. Freemasonry as an organisation does wonderful work as the third largest donor to charity after the National Lottery and Children in Need which attracts as members many who are great role models.
Masonry is open to men of all races and of good standing who believe in a Supreme Being. Anyone who has a criminal conviction would not be accepted; any member who subsequently acquires a criminal conviction must report it and may well be asked to leave or at least suspended depending upon the seriousness of the conviciton. It has no distinctions of religion and welcomes men of all faiths, colours, and nationalities. Discussion of religion and politics is therefore not permitted in Lodge.
Masonic charity is for the benefit of our members and their dependents in need as well as for non-Masonic charities. It provides no mutual financial benefits and all individual Masonic beneficiaries are subject to the same assessments of financial need.
A Mason’s first duty is to his family. Prospective members are advised they should continue with their application for membership only if they can meet the modest associated fees without adversely affecting their families and family commitments.
The essential qualification for admission into Freemasonry and continuing membership is a belief in a Supreme Being. Freemasonry is neither a religion nor a substitute for religion. Masons are expected to continue to follow and practise their own faith whatever that may be.
Stonemasons’ traditional customs and tools are used as allegorical guides to teach members about the principles and values of Freemasonry. They are presented in a series of dramas that are performed by Lodge members in our ceremonies. We also have talks on many aspects of Freemasonry ranging from the practical to the philosophical meanings of our ceremonies and their historical development
The best kept secret in Freemasonry is that there are no secrets.
Nowadays we are all very familiar with the use of passwords to access mobile phones and computers and thereafter to access our accounts on line with a wide variety of organisations. We take the need for security with on line transactions for granted. The only parts of Freemasonry that are kept private are concerned with traditional modes of recognition used in the allegorical one act plays that form part of a Masonic meeting. These date back to the historical origins of Freemasonry which date back to a time when the written word was only accessible to a proveleged few so other forms of reconition were required. Freemasons are free to acknowledge their membership and will do so in response to enquiries for respectable reasons and are actively encouraged to talk about their membership to the wider community.
The constitutions and rules of Freemasonry are available to the public. There is no secret about any of its aims, principles, activities or meeting places. Like many other societies and organisations, it regards some of its internal affairs as private matters for its members.
If you would like to find out more about becoming a Freemason then there are several options open to you.
If you know someone who is a Freemason, a family member, friend or colleague whom you already know to be a member, it is quite in order for you to talk to them about your interest. Ask them to get you more information, usually via the local Lodge Secretary.
You can also read the various booklets on the United Grand Lodge of England web site www.ugle.org.uk
If you wish to pursue your interest in becoming a Freemason and do not know anyone you can talk to then contact the Provincial Grand Lodge of Gloucestershire office by clicking on the Contact Us on the bottom of any page.
You may then in due course be invited to meet a committee of members from a Lodge you might be joining, prior to being balloted for membership of that Lodge.
If you don’t know anyone at all who is a member and are not living or working in Gloucestershire then get in touch with your local Masonic Meeting place.
Write to that meeting place, telling them a little bit about yourself and your reasons for wishing to join. We welcome enquiries and will be pleased to answer any questions you may have before applying to become a Gloucestershire Freemason.
Making New Connections. Becoming a member of a lodge provides the opportunity to make new lifelong friends. It gives you that ‘local’ feeling where you can meet regularly to eat and drink, have fun and feel supported by a group of like-minded people sharing common values in a unique setting.
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