Tag Archives: Masons

QUAERITUR: Can I hire a Mason to work on my house?

Posted on 4 May 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
I need some repairs doing on my house. We found a man who seemed competent and honest, and his price is good. Unfortunately, I noticed he was wearing a masonic ring (a pentagram I think). Should I hire … Continue reading →

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What is going on in Brazil with Masons and Catholics?

Posted on 27 August 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Rorate has this, but I want to bring it to the attention of as many people as possible… lest nothing be done about it.
Keep in mind that Catholics cannot be Masons.  Period.  Masonry and Christianity are not compatible.  As a … Continue reading →

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QUAERITUR: Can Catholics join Rotary or the Elks, etc?

Posted on 10 July 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
I am aware that as Catholics, we may not join masonic organizations.
My question regards the Elks and the Rotary club? Do they fall under the same prohibition or is membership in these two organizations permissible for Catholics?
As far … Continue reading →

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QUAERITUR: Can Catholics be Masons?

Posted on 13 May 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
Recently I spoke with someone, who said Catholicism and Freemasonry would be compatible. I don’t really believe this. What’s the teachong of the Church about this matter?
Catholics may not be Masons or belong to masonic organizations. That’s it.
As … Continue reading →

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QUAERITUR: Catholics and “secret societies”… and group blogs of anonymous bloggers

Posted on 18 July 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
In your recent post, the examination of conscience listed a question about secret societies. I am theology teacher in a diocese where we have many unfaithful priests in positions of influence. A group of lay people, most with … Continue reading →

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QUAERITUR: MASONS! IN THE SANCTUARY! AIYEEEE!

Posted on 5 January 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
There is a Freemason in my parish [AIYEEE!??] – yes he is Catholic.  [Say it ain't so!] He is known as a Freemason to many people and he, despite the Church’s clear teachings on the subject, does not … Continue reading →

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