Masonic Code of Iowa Chapter 25

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What is the purpose of appointing an Investigating Committee in Freemasonry?

To serve as the Worshipful Master.

To conduct Stated Communications.

To organize Lodge of Sorrow ceremonies.

To review and ensure the applicant's good character and compatibility with the Fraternity. (correct)

When does a Stated Communication occur in Freemasonry?

During conferral of degrees.

At regular monthly meetings. (correct)

Only during Lodge of Sorrow ceremonies.

At every formal meeting of the lodge.

What is the primary purpose of a Called Communication in Freemasonry?

To initiate new members into the Fraternity.

To confer Last Masonic Rites on deceased brothers.

To formally open the lodge for special meetings. (correct)

To appoint Investigating Committees.

During which type of communication is an Investigating Committee typically appointed in Freemasonry?

Stated Communication at regular monthly meetings. Signup and view all the answers

What event triggers the appointment of an Investigating Committee in Freemasonry?

The formal submission of a petition. Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step after the Investigating Committee recommends a petition for adoption or rejection?

The petition is formally proposed and voted upon by the lodge. Signup and view all the answers

What was the requirement for a petitioner to be officially accepted into the lodge?

Unanimous election by all eligible brethren present at the meeting. Signup and view all the answers

What would happen if even one eligible brother voted against the petitioner's membership?

The petitioner's entrance fee would be refunded, and they would not be allowed to join. Signup and view all the answers

What would have happened if a petitioner's petition was rejected by the lodge members?

Entrance fee returned and not allowed to join. Signup and view all the answers

What was required of every eligible brother present at the lodge meeting when voting on a petition?

They had no excuse and were expected to vote. Signup and view all the answers

Who had the final say on whether a petitioner was accepted into the lodge?

The Worshipful Master alone. Signup and view all the answers

What is the duty of the committee mentioned in the text?

To conduct a diligent inquiry into the petitioner's character and habits Signup and view all the answers

What can be more challenging in larger communities or for a petitioner new to the community?

Gathering information about the petitioner's character and habits Signup and view all the answers

What can the Master do if the petitioner resides in a different city or town?

Ask the Master of the nearest lodge to appoint the investigating committee Signup and view all the answers

What permission does the petitioner grant when submitting the petition?

Permission to conduct a background check Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the investigation as mentioned in the text?

To ensure good men join for the right reasons Signup and view all the answers

What wrong impression about Freemasonry does the text mention?

That financial returns may be forthcoming from the Fraternity Signup and view all the answers

Masonic Code of Iowa Chapter 25

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