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If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a Freemason in Abingdon, please send an e-mail to info@abbey.lodge.org.uk, giving a phone number on which you would be happy to receive a call.
Someone will get in touch with you to have a chat and answer any questions you may have. This could take place via e-mail if preferred. If you are still interested, a private meeting would be arranged.
Should you then wish to take things further, someone else will also wish to meet you and they would ultimately be your supporters in your application. One of these meetings would probably be at your home, and they may wish to speak to some friends or family members as well. There is nothing to be concerned about, these meetings are to help your sponsors get to know you and feel able to propose you with confidence. It will allow you to get to know them too!
They then arrange an interview with senior members of the Lodge who will ask you probably much the same questions. All being well, your name will go before the brethren at the next Lodge meeting for your candidature to be approved.
If approved, a slot will be found in the programme for your initiation ceremony. Your supporters will explain what is involved and reassure you if you have heard any alarming reports as to what that may entail. Remember, Freemasonry is about brotherly love, truth, and relief.
Once a year, Abbey Lodge holds an open evening for wives and friends and you would be welcome to attend such a meeting as well if you like. The Masonic Centre at Sindlesham, near Reading, also have a programme of open days during the year and dates for those can be found on this page Open Days in Berkshire on their web site.