Welcome to the online home of J.H. Gurley Lodge, #337, A.F.& A.M. We are glad you are here!

J.H. Gurley Lodge was chartered in 1871 in Waco making it the second oldest Masonic Lodge in McLennan County, and the longest continuely operating Masonic Lodge in Waco celebrating 140 years of Freemasonry in Waco, Texas.  So please join us in taking part in Waco masonry.

If you are a member of our Lodge, please sign up. Everyone can view our calendar, but only members can post to it!

When and where do we meet?

Stated meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at Eastern Star Building and Museum, 1612 Columbus Avenue. Dinner is served at 6:30pm and the meeting starts at 7:30pm. Ladies and guests are welcome to attend. Check out our calendar for more events.

What is Freemasonry?

Freemasonry (or Masonry) is dedicated to the Brotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of God. It uses the tools and implements of ancient architectural craftsmen symbolically in a system of instruction designed to build character and moral values in its members. Its singular purpose is to make good men better. Its bonds of friendship, compassion, and brotherly love have survived even the most divisive political, military, and religious conflicts through the centuries. Freemasonry is a fraternity which encourages its members to practice the faith of their personal acceptance. Masonry teaches that each person, through self-improvement and helping others, has an obligation to make a difference for good in the world.

How do I become a mason?

In order to become a Mason, a man first must already have a faith and express his belief in God, and believe in the existence of an immortal soul. Masonry does not make a man good, but is designed to make a good man better. No atheist can be made a mason. If you are of good character, have a firm belief in a Supreme Being and the immortality of the soul, all you have to do to be one is ask one.

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