Freemasonry is a fraternity, not a religion.

As a fraternal association dedicated to making good men better. Freemasonry respects the religious beliefs of all its members. Freemasonry has no theology and does not teach any method of salvation. In particular, it does not claim that good works gain or guarantee salvation.

FREEMASONS ARE UNITED IN THEIR DESIRE TO BE OF SERVICE TO MANKIND.

While Freemasonry supports homes for members and their spouses. most Masonic services, including Shrine medical and burn centers, are available to all citizens. In 1990, American Masonic philanthropy tolerated more than \$525 million, of which 58% went to the general pub lic.

FREEMASONRY IS AN OPEN, NOT SECRETIVE, SOCIETY.

Masonic meetings are announced publicly, Masonic buildings are marked clearly and are listed in phone directories, and Masons proudly wear jewelry identifying their membership. Freemasonry inherited a tradition of trade secrets from the cathedral building guilds of medieval Europe. The only "secrets" still belonging to modern Masonry are traditional passwords, signs of recognition, and dramatic presentations of moral lessons.

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