I petitioned to be a Mason almost 2 yrs ago, at the age of 52, had always been curious, EA took 2 months, FC 3 weeks, MM 3 weeks later, raised FEB 27, 2016. Since then I have made some really good friends especially my teacher, started through the chairs, I am Junior Deacon now, I received a C certificate in the work last year and this Friday will begin the York Rite degrees. My goal is to be a Templar Knight in the York Rite because it is the only Masonic associated degree that requires a belief in Jesus Christ. I feel that my Masonic journey (short as it may be) has really helped me grow as a man, physically and spiritually. I have never regretted my decision and am very involved in my lodge and community. You get out of it what you put into it.