Spring 2025 Issue Out Now: 175 Years
In this issue of California Freemason, we’re celebrating 175 years of incredible Masonic history in this state.
Masonry is the world’s first and largest fraternal organization. It is guided by the enduring belief that each man has a responsibility to make the world a better place. For 300 years, Freemasonry has enhanced and strengthened the character of individual men by providing opportunities for fellowship, charity, and the search for truth – within ourselves and the larger world.</strong<
South West Lodge’s mission is to promote personal growth and improve the lives of others. We take responsibility for the well-being of our brothers, our families, and the community as a whole. We value respect, kindness, tolerance, and our differences – religious, ethnic, cultural, generational, and educational, and strive for harmony in our individual lives, in our lodge, and in the global community.
As a lodge, we strive to be an active in our community. We have various charitable and educational events throughout the year, as well as social occasions. Some events are for members only, but many include our families.
Masonry is a community of men and their families who share similar beliefs and values. The fraternity finds it important to connect with other men of honor, compassion, love, trust, and knowledge, regardless of their race, color, religious beliefs, political views, sexual orientation, physical ability, citizenship, or national origin. We are friends and brothers, and are connected through this vital and uplifting organization of moral men.
Our continuing pursuit of truth, knowledge, ethics, and leadership skills makes us better men and brings more meaning to our lives. Learning the tenets of Freemasonry, paired with being an active part of our community, gives us the opportunity to develop leadership and organizational skills, and builds self-discipline through commitment and self-confidence.
As a member of the Freemasons, the Grand Lodge of California, and South West Lodge No. 283, we are a part of a worldwide organization that values tradition, history, and timeless wisdom. The traditions and core values of our fraternity are meaningful today and will endure for centuries to come because of our direct impact in our community, through our charities, and on a personal level.
South West Lodge membership is open to men 18 and older who meet the qualifications and standards of character and intention, and who believe in a Supreme Being. Men of all ethnic and religious backgrounds are welcome.
One of Freemasonry’s customs is not to solicit members – men must seek membership on their own initiative. Anyone is welcome to request information about the fraternity.
If you are interested in applying for membership to our lodge, now is a good time to start. Please contact us to schedule a visit during an event, or request more information.
TEL: (619) 477-4488
1140 B Avenue
National City, CA 91950
**** WORSHIPFUL SIRS AND BRETHREN****
LODGE SCHEDULE
NOTE: Dress code for Stated Meeting and Special Meeting is Business Suit or Barong Tagalog, Polo Barong
*** FEBRUARY 2025 ***
5 FEBRUARY 2025 (WEDNESDAY), 700PM- TEMPLE BOARD MEETING, PREPARATION FOR STATED MEETING
6 FEBRUARY 2025 (THURSDAY), 600PM – STATED MEETING DINNER, VALENTINE’S PARTY
730PM – STATED MEETING
9 FEBRUARY 2025 (SUNDAY), 2PM – SOUTH WEST LODGE OPEN HOUSE/FAMILY DAY, SUPERBOWL
10 FEBRUARY 2025 (MONDAY), 700PM – JOBS DAUGHTERS MEETING
12 FEBRUARY 2025 (WEDNESDAY), 730PM – OFFICERS PRACTICE, SECOND DEGREE CONFERRAL PRACTICE
13 FEBRUARY 2025 (THURSDAY), LODGE IS DARK- OFFICERS VISITATION OF CLAUDE H NORRISON LODGE NO. 747
14 FEBRUARY 2025 (FRIDAY), 700PM – DEMOLAY MEETING
17 FEBRUARY 2025 (MONDAY) – PRESIDENT’S DAY
19 FEBRUARY 2025, (WEDNESDAY) – 700PM – PRACTICE/PROFICIENCY/FELLOWSHIP
20 FEBRUARY 2025 (THURSDAY) – 700PM – PRACTICE/PROFICIENCY/FELLOWSHIP
24 FEBRUARY 2025 (MONDAY), 700PM – JOBS DAUGHTERS MEETING
26 FEBRUARY 2025 (WEDNESDAY) – 700PM – PRACTICE/PROFICIENCY/FELLOWSHIP
27 FEBRUARY 2025 (THURSDAY) – 700PM – PRACTICE/PROFICIENCY/FELLOWSHIP
28 FEBRUARY 2025 (FRIDAY) – 700PM – DEMOLAY MEETING
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