History of the United Grand Lodge of England
In 2020
We were all aware of the Coronavirus Pandemic which spread around the world and affected so many people everywhere, that charitable resource was sorely tested, Freemasonry stepped up and provided help to many different people in different ways. PPE equipment, Tablets for patients in Hospitals to enable them to maintain some contact with their loved ones, Food banks, so those less fortunate could have meals, Care Homes PPE for staff, Financial assistance for charitable organisations to continue their work, such as Domestic Abuse, Mental Health and many others. This was just some of the help given by Freemasons.
As with most large organisations, Freemasons have had to adapt to change, this organistion in its 300+ years has faced many situations which have required it to adapt and change and to do it because we know we have to. We welcome the opportunity to do so, not change for changes sake but change to make us stronger and more resilient as an organisation. Our rulers are forward thinking and deserve much credit as do their predecessors, the strength of the organisation will continue to grow and we will be much stronger for it.
What is Freemasonry?
Freemasonry means different things to each of those who join. For some, it’s about making new friends and acquaintances. For others it’s about being able to help deserving causes – making a contribution to family and for society. But for most, it is an enjoyable hobby.
Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and largest non-religious, non-political, fraternal and charitable organisation. It teaches self-knowledge through participation in a progression of ceremonies. Members are expected to be of high moral standing and are encouraged to speak openly about Freemasonry
In 2017
The tercentenary of Grand Lodge in June 2017 was celebrated in style throughout the year, culminating with an especial Meeting of Grand Lodge in the Royal Albert Hall, which was presided over by the Grand Master, HRH The Duke of Kent KG, and attended by representatives of 136 sovereign Grand Lodges from around the world.
How Many Freemasons are there?
Under the United Grand Lodge of England, there are over 200,000 Freemasons.
There are Grand Lodges in Ireland, which covers both Northern Ireland and Eire, and Scotland which have a combined total of approximately 150,000 members.
Worldwide, there are approximately six million Freemasons.
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