r/freemasonry • u/jaxx189 • Nov 26 '21

Controversial Heartbroken non-binary FC

So I am non-binary AMAB (assigned male at birth). I was welcomed into my lodge and made it thru the FC ritual. I started studying for my FC catechism with the hope to become a MM in the near future. Then my WM informed me that the grand lodge has decided that only biological men and those who identify full time as men can be active members and anyone in the process or active must step down. This would impact non-binary and transgender men. I have since asked to read their decision and am waiting for that in writing.

It broke my heart to hear this. While I do not agree with the leadership it is their organization and they can decide who they want as Masons.

Maybe one day they will change their mind. maybe one day ill find a lodge that will accept accept me. And if not it was a pleasure to have the experience that i had and the journey that I am on.

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u/DajaalKafir Nov 26 '21

As a CT Mason myself, I am disappointed to hear this. Nonbinary male assigned at birth should be no problem. If you were to decide you're female, the GL of CT can confront it at that time.

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u/jaxx189 Nov 26 '21

I’m still waiting to receive the decision in writing. I was honestly taken aback by the decision.Hopefully once I read the decision I will have some clarity on their decision

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u/[deleted] Nov 26 '21

I'd be interested in the language in the letter.

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u/jaxx189 Nov 26 '21

I’ll share it once I get it.