Making good men better.

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Welcome to the American Canadian Grand Lodge

We are happy about your interest in Freemasonry and the ACGL.

As a fraternal organization, Freemasonry unites men of good character who, though of different religious, ethnic or social backgrounds, believe in the brotherhood of mankind under the fatherhood of God.

In the present time, in which a certain lack of perspective prevails, Freemasonry offers the path and goal which is aptly described thus:

“Freemasonry makes a good man better.”

In the tradition of enlightenment and humanism, we men of different religious, political, and ideological convictions want to make an attempt to make the world and the society in which we live a more humane and better one.

Freemasonry is the world’s oldest and largest Fraternity. Its bonds of friendship, compassion and brotherly love have survived even the most divisive political, military, and religious conflicts through the centuries. Freemasonry is neither a forum nor a place for worship. Instead, it is a friend of all religions which are based on the belief in one God.

Freemasons are respectable citizens who are taught to conform to the moral laws of society and to abide by the laws of the government under which they live. They are men of charity and good works.

45constituent lodges
5spoken languages
1brotherhood
our working tools

Core Values of Freemasonry

Integrity

Rather than working on real buildings like the masons of old, today’s Freemasons focus on building themselves as people of integrity, and membership provides the structure to help achieve that goal.

Friendship

One of the oldest social organisations in the world, Freemasonry is not defined by an ideology. It is open to people from all religions and political persuasions and provides the common foundation for friendships between members, many of which will last for life.

Respect

With a membership of more than 15,300 people drawn from communities across Germany, Freemasonry brings people together irrespective of their race, religion or any other perceived differences that can divide us as a society.

Charity

Kindness and charitable giving are deeply ingrained within the principles of Freemasonry. The organisation provides a support structure that helps members make positive contributions to communities and worthwhile causes through fundraising events or volunteer work.

installation interview

Learn more about our Grand Lodge

The official Installation Interview with the current Grand Master of the American Canadian Grand Lodge AF&AM, Most Worshipful Brother Arda Cilingir.

our umbrella

The United Grand Lodges of Germany (VGLvD)

VGLvD
AFuAMvD
GLL FvD
GNML „3WK“
Grand Lodge of British Freemasons in Germany

Concordant & Appendant Bodies

Concordant Bodies continue the teachings of the first three degrees of Masonry; other Bodies are Appendant and affiliated with Freemasonry. Many require membership in a Blue Lodge prior to joining.

AMSRB-NATO Club

Scottish Rite

A collection of Degrees that build upon the 3 Blue Lodge degrees, offering 30 Degrees beyond the Master Mason Degree. Each Degree is based upon an idea of progressive ethical self-knowledge through self-reflection and dramatic allegories.

Emirat Shriners Europe

Shriners International

A fraternity based on fun, fellowship and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief and truth. With nearly 200 local chapters and thousands of clubs on six continents, Shriners established Shriners Hospitals for Children as its official philanthropy in 1922.

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