What is Freemasonry? And How Does One Become A Freemason?
Discover the timeless brotherhood rooted in charity, integrity, and personal growth.
Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and most honorable fraternal organizations. Built on the principles of brotherly love, relief, and truth, it empowers men to improve themselves while serving their families, their communities, and each other.
"Being persuaded that a just application of the principles, on which the Masonic Fraternity is founded, must be promotive of virtue and public prosperity, I shall always be happy to advance the interests of the Society, and to be considered by them as a deserving brother."
— George Washington, letter to the Grand Lodge of South Carolina, May 1791
Helotes Masonic Lodge No. 1429 — Serving with Purpose Since 1974
We are a brotherhood of Masons committed to strengthening our community, honoring tradition, and guiding men toward a life of integrity, charity, and personal growth. As part of the Grand Lodge of Texas, our lodge in Helotes opens its doors to good men seeking light.
From supporting local scholarships to participating in the Helotes Cornyval , we take pride in helping others and growing together in brotherhood.
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Meet The Helotes Masonic Lodge Officers of 2025
Worshipful Master: Kenneth T. Uy
Senior Warden: Bill Boyd, PM
Junior Warden: Gus Haoson
Secretary: Don Gaskill, PM
Treasurer: Eric Quintanilla
Senior Deacon: Frank Rios
Junior Deacon: Chris Manaois
Chaplain: Michael Smith
Marshall: Jason Davis, PM
MC: Jun Jose
Senior Steward: Red Arce
Junior Steward: Randy Salak
Tyler: Brian Singleton, PM
Visit The Helotes Masonic Lodge
You can find Helotes Masonic Lodge at 11740 FM 1560 in Helotes, TX. We're open on Monday and Thursday evenings from 6 PM to 8 PM. Helotes Lodge 1429 also conducts its stated meeting on the third Thursday of every month. For our full schedule, please refer to our calendar.
May the GAOTU continue to bless us in 2025. May peace and harmony always prevail among the Brethren. Brothers, we encourage you to attend our meetings and be updated on our lodge activities. We hope to see you at our Lodge. Feel free to reach us through our website contact form.
The Great Masonic Grand Lodge of Texas
Helotes Masonic Lodge #1429, Ancient Free &Accepted Masons, is under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Texas. Helotes Lodge was chartered in 1974 and belongs to the Masonic District 39-A of the Grand Lodge of Texas.
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From Civilian to Soldier: A Parallel Journey Into Masonry
Inspired from the writing of Bro. Bill Boyd https://www.amasonsjourney.com/post/basic-training-military-or-masonic
"The uniform may differ, but the transformation of the man is remarkably the same."
The path from civilian life to military service is marked by structure, transformation, and a deeper understanding of duty. Likewise, the journey into Freemasonry guides men through personal growth, moral instruction, and brotherly fellowship.
A Shared Path of Transformation
In the military, basic training breaks down the civilian mold to build up a disciplined, purpose-driven soldier. Uniforms replace everyday clothes. Routines give way to strict schedules. Orders are firm, but the end result is a cohesive unit forged in perseverance and shared growth.
Freemasonry initiates a similar inward transformation—though without the marching and the cadence. A man who petitions a lodge enters a time-honored path of reflection, instruction, and brotherhood. The rituals, symbols, and degrees serve not to confuse but to inspire. Just as the military forms soldiers, Masonry forms better men.
Discipline, Duty, and Humility
Both institutions place discipline and humility at the center of growth. In the military, recruits learn to silence their ego for the sake of the unit. In Masonry, the petitioner begins with the understanding that wisdom is found in humility, and that improvement is a lifelong journey.
Neither path glorifies the self. Both reward selflessness, commitment, and quiet integrity.
Service Beyond Self
Where military service calls one to defend the nation and liberty, Freemasonry calls one to serve mankind through charity, integrity, and truth. In each case, personal ambition is replaced with a higher ideal—service to something greater than oneself.
Whether it’s standing in formation or standing in lodge, the charge is clear: to act honorably, to live with purpose, and to uplift those around us.
The journey from civilian to soldier, and from man to Mason, reveals that true transformation comes not from power, but from purpose. The tools differ—a rifle versus a compass and square—but the result is the same: the building of a life grounded in virtue, discipline, and honor.
Freemasonry, spreading brotherly love and affection, to and through the world for the betterment of society as a whole.
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