Membership Information
Members of the Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine (A.A.O.N.M.S.) for North America are members of the Masonic Order and adhere to the principles of Freemasonry -- Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth.
Freemasonry is the oldest, largest, and most widely known fraternal organization in the world. It dates back hundreds of years to when stonemasons and other craftsmen on building projects gathered in shelter houses or lodges. Through the years these gatherings changed in many ways until formal Masonic lodges emerged, with members bound together not by trade, but by their own wishes to be fraternal brothers.
Shriners are distinguished by an enjoyment of life in the interest of philanthropy. The approximately 400,000 member organization has a buoyant philosophy which has been expressed as "Pleasure without intemperance, hospitality without rudeness and jollity without coarseness."Shriners are men who enjoy life. They enjoy parades, trips, circuses, dances, dinners, sporting events and other social occasions together. Furthermore, Shriners support what has become known as the "World's Greatest Philanthropy," Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Through fellowship and philanthropy, Shrinedom strengthens the soul and adds inner meaning to daily life. It thus spreads a glow of joy through one's entire family.
Men from all walks of life and all levels of income find fun, fellowship and relaxation in their local Shrine Temple and its activities. There are also regional Shrine Clubs in many communities. Family picnics, dances, parties and scheduled trips to near and far are just a few of the activities available.
There are 191
Shrine Temples, or chapters, located in the United States,
Canada, Mexico and the Republic of
Panama. Informal Shrine Clubs are
located all around the world.
If you are a Master Mason of a Lodge recognized and in amity with the Conference of Grand Masters of North America, you qualify and are invited to join the Shrine. A man receives the three degrees known as the Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Mason Degrees in the Masonic Lodge, often known as the Symbolic Lodge, Blue Lodge or Craft Lodge. In Freemasonry, there is no higher degree than that of Master Mason (the Third Degree). In many parts of North America, Masonry does not solicit members. In these areas, no one is asked to join, and a man must seek admission of his own free will -- he must ask. In some areas, Masons are permitted to solicit new members. In all cases, a man interested in becoming a Mason, if he has not been asked, should consult a friend whom he believes to be a Freemason to secure his good counsel and recommendation concerning this important undertaking.
For men who would like to receive additional instruction and explanation regarding the allegory and symbolism learned in the Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite or the York Rite bodies elaborate on the basic tenets of Freemasonry.
The Shrine
of North America is a fraternity that grew out of Freemasonry
over a century ago. Because
of this, the Shrine is dedicated to Masonic
principles. The Shrine Fraternity
provides Masonic brothers a means to
widen the fellowship first enjoyed
in the Blue Lodge. It also offers men,
their wives and their families an
opportunity to meet new friends who have
similar interests, tastes and feelings.
If
you are a Master Mason of a Lodge recognized and in amity with the
Conference of Grand Masters of North
America, you can petition to become
a Noble of the Mystic Shrine.
We invite you to contact the Recorder or any of the officers listed on the Divan page.
SHRINERS, HAVING FUN, HELPING CHILDREN...
JOIN US!
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Anezeh Shriners Hegel #416 - Col. Polanco M. Hidalgo 11560 D.F. Mexico E-mail: anezehshriners@yahoo.com.mx |
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