Over the past two years UGLE’s Membership Focus Group has reviewed several aspects of Freemasonry and surveyed the opinions of members. They have identified five areas to ensure the quality of what we do and work is in progress to take these forward:
- Image – your can read our earlier post about the new UGLE logo here
- Attracting and Selecting
- Improving Retention
- Understanding and knowledge
- Supporting those that lead at all levels
‘Of those surveyed, 75 per cent said the aspects of Freemasonry that give the greatest value are: to feel part of a movement with history and traditional values; to make friends in other social circles; to be part of something that supports those in need; and to achieve a sense of personal progress.’
The MFG says “that the priority for UGLE is quality, not quantity. If the experience is one of quality and genuine care and concern for one another, then the prospects for retention and growth are good. Equally, the traditional ceremonies and standards are of great importance and need to be retained rather than diluted.”
You can check out the full article here.
Lodge Temperance 2557 offers all this and more so if you’re interested in becoming a Freemason, look no further. We are a small friendly Lodge in Newcastle Upon Tyne, with 120 years of history and tradition, still going strong and in the past two years have initiated four new candidates into Freemasonry. We are the ideal first choice to start your journey in Freemasonry and in our April meeting we will be welcoming another candidate into Freemasonry so you won’t be alone. If you would like to know more about Freemasonry and Lodge Temperance 2557 please check out our FAQs or get in touch.
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