About Lodge Homewood Lodge Homewood is for men with strong family values and a community spirit. We are a vibrant organisation guided by the principles of Freemasonry. Our members are committed to engaging in charitable activities, particularly those that benefit youth and the community.   The Lodge meets at the Westminster Lodge Rooms in the Wellesley Boutique Hotel, Wellington.  MAP Vision To be a thriving, active, Freemasons Lodge that preserves strong traditions, and adds value to the lives of its members and to the community. Values The Lodge values are derived from the basic principles on which Freemasonry is founded, - brotherly love, relief, and truth. Brotherly love implies care, concern and support for each other, relief implies giving support to people in need, and truth implies sincerity, honesty, and high standards.   Membership Benefits Interesting, well run meetings with a  variety of programmes Good quality pre-meeting hospitality and dining Opportunities for involvement in Lodge work, projects, and management Access to mentoring or guidance on work or personal matters from men with diverse backgrounds    Opportunities to gain confidence in speaking in public Opportunities to learn about Freemasonry An active social calendar that regularly welcomes partners, family and friends A generous approach to charity and assistance to those in need Care and concern for each other, including families, the elderly, and Lodge widows Warm, friendly relationships with other Lodges and Masonic friends Features of our Lodge   Lodge Homewood is a happy Lodge, and membership is enjoyable and rewarding. The membership is of medium size with 48 members. Members come from a wide variety of backgrounds About 20 members attend meetings regularly. About a third are under 40 yrs, a third between 40 and 65, and a third over 65 The Lodge plans its activities to compliment the work, family, and other commitments of members. It aims to maintain a consistent high standard in everything it does. For new Freemasons there is an initial joining fee of $120. Thereafter, annual membership fees are approximately $100 per 6 months, payable in August and February. Social activities are normally at member’s own expense except for special Lodge functions when the Lodge pays Enquiries are most welcome. Contact the Lodge Secretary, Hadyn Nicholls, on egroberts@xtra.co.nz   Meeting Details   Lodge meetings are men only and we welcome Masonic visitors.   Venue: Westminster Lodge Rooms, Wellesley Boutique Hotel - Maginnity St, Wellington Dates: February to October – the last Thursday in the month November – the first Monday in December No other meetings in December and January Time: 6.30pm to approximately 9.45 pm Programme:         6.30pm drinks and light finger food provided      7.00pm Lodge meeting begins Visiting Masters and guests are formally introduced and welcomed. The business session follows, at 9.00pm approx, a complimentary two course hot dinner with wine is served in refectory   For further information on Freemasonry, we recommend you visit www.freemasons.co.nz - The Grand Lodge Website for New Zealand.