Crescent Lodge

Who We Are

We are Masons and Freemasonry is the world’s first and largest fraternal organization. Freemasonry is a body of knowledge and a system of ethics based on the belief that each man has a responsibility to improve himself while being devoted to his family, faith, country, and fraternity.  As Masons, we lead by example, give back to our communities, and support numerous Masonic philanthropies. We invest in children, our neighborhoods, and our future.

Our mission is guided by the enduring and relevant tenets of our fraternity — brotherly love, relief, and truth — and our core values, which include:

Ethics

Our lives are based on honor and integrity, and we believe that honesty, compassion, trust, and knowledge are important.

Tolerance

The fraternity values religious, ethnic, cultural, social, and educational differences. We respect the opinions of others and strive to improve and develop as human beings.

Personal Growth

Our continuous pursuit of knowledge, ethics, spirituality, and leadership brings more meaning to our lives.

Philanthropy

We make a difference in our communities through charitable giving, community service, and volunteering.

Family

We strive to be better spouses, parents, and family members. We are committed to protecting the well-being of members and their families, especially when they are in need.

Freedom

Masons value the liberties outlined in the U.S. Constitution and continually promote freedom of speech and expression, freedom to worship a Supreme Being in an individual way, and other important liberties. We believe it is our duty to vote in public elections and to exercise all of our liberties within proper bounds.

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How to become a Mason

One of Masonry’s traditions is that we do not solicit members. Men must seek membership on their own initiative. When you’re ready to join, you can complete the contact and someone will contact you regarding membership.

If you are interested in receiving more information about the Fraternity of Freemasonry, please feel free to ask any Freemason you may know. If you do not know a Freemason, and you live in Linn county you can contact Crescent Lodge #25 and we will be happy to assist you.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Foundation

Brother Joseph D. Janko, a farmer, was raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason in Crescent Lodge No. 25, A.F. & A.M., on March 17, 1930. He died on November 26, 1951 at the age of seventy-six. The proceeds of the estate were to pass to Crescent Lodge No. 25, A.F. & A.M., to be used for the benefit of “needy children”.  Each year the foundation created by Brother Janko contributes to local non-profit agencies … read more

Scholarships

Crescent Lodge No. 25, A.F. & A.M. awards four $1,500 scholarships annually to students in the Cedar Rapids public high schools. The scholarships are designed to assist graduating seniors in pursuing a post-secondary education  … read more

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