St Augustine's Lodge 3713
A Masonic Craft Lodge of Freemasons founded by a warrant from The United Grand Lodge of England in 1913
St Augustine's Chapter 3713
A Masonic Royal Arch Chapter of Freemasons founded by a warrant from The Supreme Grand Chapter of England in 1927
Masonic Values
Integrity | Friendship | Respect | Service
Together these four values reflect the aims of modern Freemasonry
Integrity: Rather than working on buildings like the masons of old, today’s Freemasons focus on building themselves as people of integrity, and membership provides the structure to help achieve that goal.
Friendship: One of the oldest social organisations in the world, modern Freemasonry is not defined by an ideology. It is open to people from all religions and political persuasions and provides the common foundation for friendships between members, many of which will last for life.
Respect: With a membership of more than 3,000 people drawn from communities across Warwickshire and over 150,000 in the UK, modern Freemasonry brings people together irrespective of their race, religion or any other perceived differences that can divide us as a society.
Service: Whether participating in events, fundraising for a charitable cause or volunteering for public or community organisations, service is at the very heart of modern Freemasonry. Our members make valuable contributions by donating time, resources and skills.
Our Values
Heritage | Inclusion | Charity | Support
The values of St Augustine’s Lodge compliment the values of modern Freemasonry
Heritage
St Augustine’s is a friendly Lodge with a proud history spanning over 100 years, having been consecrated in 1914. Taking our name from St Augustine’s Church in Edgbaston, our ethos is built on making Freemasonry fun, enjoyable, productive and caring, while always respecting its core principles and long-standing traditions.
Inclusion
We celebrate the diversity of our membership and welcome people of all ages, backgrounds, beliefs and orientations. We believe our strength lies in inclusion, mutual respect, and the fresh ideas brought by our younger Brethren, whom we actively support in their Masonic development and encourage to help shape the future of our Lodge.
Charity
At the heart of our Lodge is a strong commitment to charity and service. We proudly support a wide range of Masonic and non-Masonic causes, helping both fellow Freemasons and their families, as well as those in need locally and across the country. We also place great value on the friendships, enjoyment and personal fulfilment that come from active participation in our ceremonies, social events and charitable work.
Support
Above all, St Augustine’s is a welcoming Lodge where members are supported at every stage of their journey. With a strong mentoring system, a friendly membership, and a culture of encouragement, we help each individual progress at a pace that suits them—while building confidence, skills, and lasting friendships along the way.
What is Freemasonry?
One of the world’s oldest, secular fraternal societies
Its members learn to develop enhanced moral and spiritual values
Freemasons learn to develop enhanced moral and spiritual values. Its members believe that these values represent a way of enabling Freemasons to make a better contribution to the ethics and welfare of the community.
Freemasonry, therefore, offers intellectual and social challenges. It brings together and creates lasting friendships among those who might otherwise have remained apart. Its key focus is charity, which enables it to care for its own as well as the wider community.
Freemasonry demands a respect for the laws of any country in which its members live and work. Freemasonry has no theological doctrine, offers no sacraments and forbids religious discussion at its meetings. It expects each member to follow his own faith. The discussion of politics is also forbidden at Lodge meetings. All Freemasons are free to acknowledge their membership and, indeed, are encouraged so to do. Its constitutions, rules and ritual are in the public domain and there is no secret about its aims and principles.
English Freemasonry dates back to the 17th century. The first Grand Lodge in the world was formed in London in 1717. In 1813 the union of the two Grand Lodges of England, existing at that time, formed the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE).
The current Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England is His Royal Highness the Duke of Kent.
Why Freemasonry?
Where Tradition Meets Personal Growth
Our members embark on a journey routed in tradition but focused on the future
Interested in becoming a Freemason in Redditch?
If after visiting our site and maybe reading other articles you are interested in becoming a Freemason, then click HERE to get in touch with the St Augustine’s Lodge and start your Masonic journey. You will need to explain a little bit about yourself and your reasons for wishing to join.
Arrangements will be made to meet you socially to find out more about you, and to give you a chance to find out more about us.
You would then in due course be invited to meet a committee of members from the Lodge prior to being balloted for membership. All being well, a date would then be fixed for your admission.
To start the application process click HERE.
Join Us
Thinking of joining? You’re in the right place
We are a friendly modern Lodge looking for new and joining members
St Augustine’s Lodge is always delighted to hear from non-masons looking to know more with a possible view to joining and existing Masons looking for a new Lodge.
Freemasonry has a wonderful history, which dates back more than three centuries. It is one of the world’s oldest secular fraternities, a society of men concerned with moral and spiritual values. Founded on the four great values of integrity, friendship, respect and service, it aims to bring together men of goodwill, regardless of background and differences.
Freemasonry is open to men of all walks of life, whatever race or religion who believe in a Supreme Being, i.e. God, by whatever name he is known to them.
Men wishing to become Freemasons must be at least 18 years of age.
Candidates for Freemasonry are required not to expect, anticipate or seek any preferment or financial benefit as a consequence of becoming a member.
There should be no conflict between a candidate’s family, business or professional interests and membership.
Charity
Service is at the very heart of modern Freemasonry
St Augustine’s Lodge and Chapter are proud to play an active role in supporting a wide range of charitable causes within the local community and beyond. Through fundraising events, member contributions, and ongoing engagement, we help to make a positive difference to a variety of organisations that provide vital support to those in need. Charity and service remain at the heart of our values, and we are committed to continuing this tradition of generosity and community care in everything we do.
Giving Back Through Charity and Service
Charities St Augustine’s Lodge and Chapter have supported in recent years include:
Maggs – Ending Homelessness
Fisher House – Supporting injured military personnel
Royal British Legion – Helping serving and ex-serving personnel
Touchstones – Being there for bereaved children
Acorns Children’s Hospice – Support families at every stage of their child’s life and beyond
Dogs for Good – Bringing people and dogs together
Prostate Cancer UK – Helping fund the research
Pitcheroak School – learning and growing together
Help for Heroes – Supporting military veterans
Warwickshire Royal Arch Benevolent Fund – Supporting Masonic and Non-Masonic Charities
Myeloma UK – Making myeloma a priority
British Heart Foundation – Funding research into cardiovascular disease in the UK
We also support local foodbanks
When We Meet
St Augustine’s LODGE 3713 meets on the first Wednesday of each month from October to April excluding January.
St Augustine’s Chapter 3713 meets on the last Wednesday in February, April and October and the second Wednesday in December.
Where We Meet
- Masonic Hall, 21 Easemore Road, Redditch, B98 8ER
- contact@staugustines3713.org.uk
Contact Us
If you are interested in joining our Lodge or simply want to get in touch, we would love to hear from you.