Qualifications to become a Prince Hall Freemason in Ohio you must:
- Be a man and at least 18 years of age.
- Be a citizen of Ohio.
- Be of good moral character.
- Have a personal belief in a Supreme Being.
- Decide to become a Mason of "your own free will and accord".
- Be loyal to your country.
- Dedicated to providing for your own family.
- Have a sincere determination to conduct yourself in a manner that will earn the respect and trust of others.
- Possess a desire to help others through community service and universal benevolence.
- Be of good mental and physical health, and have good control and use of your limbs.
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Follow these steps to become a member:
- Talk with someone you know who is a member of the Fraternity.
- If you do not know anyone who is a Mason, just contact a lodge in your neighborhood.
- Masons do not solicit for members. You'll need to express your personal interest in joining the Fraternity.
- Complete a petition for membership, obtain three signatures of members of the Lodge you are petitioning and return it to your local Lodge with your petition fees.
- Three members will meet with you to answer your questions.
- Your petition will be presented for secret ballot. If accepted, you will be notified to appear to receive the first of three Degrees of Masonry.
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