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What is a Freemasonry?

Freemasonry, is the oldest and largest fraternity in the world. There is no other organization where a man can walk into a room full of strangers, anywhere on the face of the earth, and immediately be welcomed and honored as a friend and as a Brother. It has been estimated that over 100,000 books have been written about. Our website has been designed to provide you with a wide variety of information, we'll also attempt to address the most common questions one might have about our organization.

Freemasonry has no regard for differences in color, creed or station in life. Its history and traditions date from antiquity. It has two purposes: first to inspire its members to live by the tenets of Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth, and, second, to join its members in the endeavor to build a world where justice, equality, and compassion shine forth in the happiness of all human kind. While its moral philosophy is founded upon religious principles, it is not a religion nor a substitute for one. It does not solicit membership but welcomes men who have good morals and who profess a belief in a Supreme Being. Any man sincerely desirous of serving humanity only needs to ask a member in order to receive a petition for membership.

When a man asks to join a Masonic Lodge, he enters into an opportunity for personal development, character building, and the acquisition of leadership capacities. Through his Masonic journey and his association which his brethren, a Mason learns the skill and finds the understanding with which he can enhance his community and strengthen his family.

Greetings,

On behalf of the Brethren of Floyd Lodge No. 23, as Worshipful Master I would like
to welcome you to our website. Designed to inform, educate, and entertain those
in search of light. I would like to take this opportunity to give honor and
praise to God the head of my life and the Great Architect of the Universe. I
would also like to thank the men of Floyd Lodge No. 23 for their support and
confidence in my ability to guide them in the year 2012. Freemasonry embodies
everything necessary to make real men better men in all areas of life, work,
home, and community. Please feel free to visit us again. May God Bless and keep
you in your respective journeys in life.

Fraternally,

Gregory-James Rufus

Worshipful Master

Serving the Community of Lafayette for 120 years!

Making Real Men Better Men