A Masonic Lodge in North Portland, Oregon.
What is Freemasonry? To many of its members, Freemasonry is a guiding light to those who wish to improve themselves — better fathers, better husbands, brothers, and ultimately, better members of society. Its principles and ceremonies inculcate the importance of introspection and manifestation of personal improvement to the world at large.
It’s also a haven for long-lasting and meaningful friendships among those who might otherwise have remained at a distance.
In short, it’s an organization that fosters fraternity, encourages personal improvement, and provides meaningful experiences.
Freemasonry has attracted men from many walks of life; those who not only have a sincere wish to be serviceable to society, but also to be a cut above the typical man and be part of the times. It is a haven for the modern gentleman to learn about the ways of the world.
If this sounds like something you’re interested in pursuing, then we invite you to learn more.
Friendship No. 160 AF&AM is one of the many Masonic Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Oregon. We are currently based out of the Kenton Masonic Temple in the Kenton neighborhood of Portland. As a Masonic Lodge, our focus is on Fellowship, Education, Charity, and above all else Friendship, as our name would imply.
We meet essentially every Wednesday for something or another, and are always happy to have guests and visitors. If you’d like to see what we’re up to, please check out our Calendar of events!
We met this week to discuss the next Month of our Masonic Planning. We’re getting ready for our District Deputy’s visit next Month, and Grand Lodge the month after! We’re also applying to walk in the St Johns parade and hoping to host a BBQ in May. Lots of fun things to come!
Congratulations to Matt, our newest EA and our second initiate in 2024! It was a wonderful evening in Milwaukie with a lot of fun and interesting twists and turns. Because of Matt’s previous familiarity with our Lodge and with Prince Hall Masonry, we surprised him by taking him to a completely different lodge building! Speaking of which, a HUGE thanks to Milwaukie lodge for loaning us their beautiful building for the evening. A hearty thanks as well to Past Masters Chris, Kent, and Walter for their contributions to the degree.
This month we had a spirited Stated meeting as usual, with the high point being that we voted to make Matt our newest Entered Apprentice! We plan to hold his degree later this month. Other than that, we gave updates on our charity efforts, as well as our efforts to work on our clubhouse space, and our first meeting of the WM’s book club!
Friendship Masonic Lodge meets at 8130 N. Denver Avenue in Portland. Its stated meeting is on the first Wednesday of each month.
Dinner is served at 6:30 PM followed by lodge opening at 7:30 PM.
The lodge also hosts a light gathering for libations and lively conversations after lodge, usually by 9:00 PM.
Recommended attire is suit and tie.
To be considered for membership at Friendship Masonic Lodge No. 160, you must:
See What Friendship Can Do In 24 Hours
With the vicissitudes of winter upon us it was absolutely time to get our relief to area shelters. And despite the core leadership of the Lodge being out of state, despite key elements of our project lost in transit, and despite having fewer than 24 hours to complete 450+ kits, Friendship persevered.
