Shriners..Having
Fun & Helping Kids
All We Need is You!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Shriners?
A brotherhood of men...dedicated to fun and fellowship...but with a serious
purpose.
Shriners are distinguished by an enjoyment of life and a commitment to
philanthropy. They enjoy parades, trips, dances, dinners, sporting events and
other social occasions. They support what has been called the "World's Greatest
Philanthropy," Shriners Hospitals for Children, a network of 22 pediatric
specialty hospitals, operated and maintained by the Shriners. All children, up
to 18 years old, may be eligible for treatment at Shriners Hospitals if they, in
the opinion of the hospital's chief of staff, could benefit from the specialized
care available at Shriners Hospitals. Eligibility is not based on financial need
or relationship to a Shriner.
What is Masonry and what is the connection to the Shrine?
In order to become a Shriner, a man must first be a Mason. The
fraternity of Freemasonry is the oldest, largest and most widely known
fraternity in the world. It dates back hundreds of years to the time when
stonemasons and other craftsmen gathered in shelter houses or lodges. Over the
years, formal Masonic lodges emerged, with members bound together not by
trade, but by their own desire to be fraternal brothers.
The basic unit of Masonry is the Blue Lodge, where members
earn the first three Masonic Degrees known as the Entered Apprentice, Fellow
Craft and Master Mason. There is no higher degree than that of Master Mason
(the Third Degree).
After he becomes a Master Mason, he can belong to many other organizations
which have their roots in Masonry and which have Blue Lodge Masonry as a
prerequisite. Only when a man has achieved the status of Master Mason can he
petition to become a Noble of the Shrine of North America.
Other affiliated Masonic organizations include the Ancient and Accepted
Rite of Freemasonry (Southern Jurisdiction, U.S.A., Northern Jurisdiction,
U.S.A and Canada) and the York Rite.
What is the relationship between Shriners and Shriners Hospitals?
In a unique interdependent relationship, the Shriners and Shriners Hospitals
are separate but inseparable.
The Shriners of North America supports Shriners Hospitals in many ways: Shrine
Temples and clubs often help arrange and pay for transportation for children and
parents to the hospitals, and thousands of Shriners spend many hours of their
own time driving families to the hospitals and entertaining the patients.
In addition, Shriners helps support the hospitals financially, with each
Shriner paying an annual $5 hospital assessment. Temples and clubs also hold
many fundraisers, some of which benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children.
What are the benefits of becoming a Shriner?
- Membership in a well-known fraternal organization recognized for its
social and philanthropic activities.
- Opportunity to develop lasting friendships with others from all walks of
life
- A variety of social activities available for the entire family and many
special-interest groups to meet individual interests
- The privilege of being part of the "Worlds Greatest Philanthropy,"
offering Shriners many opportunities to find personal fulfillment and
satisfaction through supporting Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Want more information on Joining
the Moila Shrine Temple?
Call The Moila Shrine Center at 816-232-5129 or send us an email to receive
more information to
brenda@moila.org.
Ready to Join?
Download Petition (pdf file)
| 
Moila
Shrine Temple
