A Conversation with ChatGPT About Freemasonry
What does ChatGPT have to say about Freemasonry? In the newest issue of California Freemason magazine, we asked the AI for its take.
Making true friends,
improving ourselves, having an impact
Masonry is the world’s first and largest fraternal organization. It is guided by the enduring belief that each man has a responsibility to make the world a better place. For 300 years, Freemasonry has enhanced and strengthened the character of individual men by providing opportunities for fellowship, charity, and the search for truth – within ourselves and the larger world.
Island City Lodge’s mission is to promote personal growth and improve the lives of others. We take responsibility for the well-being of our brothers, our families, and the community as a whole. We value respect, kindness, tolerance, and our differences – religious, ethnic, cultural, generational, and educational, and strive for harmony in our individual lives, in our lodge, and in the global community.
Masonry is a community of men and their families who share similar beliefs and values. The fraternity finds it important to connect with other men of honor, compassion, love, trust, and knowledge, regardless of their race, color, religious beliefs, political views, sexual orientation, physical ability, citizenship, or national origin. We are friends and brothers, and are connected through this vital and uplifting organization of moral men.
Our continuing pursuit of truth, knowledge, ethics, and leadership skills makes us better men and brings more meaning to our lives. Learning the tenets of Freemasonry, paired with being an active part of our community, gives us the opportunity to develop leadership and organizational skills, and builds self-discipline through commitment and self-confidence.
As a member of the Freemasons, the Grand Lodge of California, and Island City Lodge No. 215, we are a part of a worldwide organization that values tradition, history, and timeless wisdom. The traditions and core values of our fraternity are meaningful today and will endure for centuries to come because of our direct impact in our community, through our charities, and on a personal level.
Island City Lodge membership is open to men 18 and older who meet the qualifications and standards of character and intention, and who believe in a Supreme Being. Men of all ethnic and religious backgrounds are welcome.
One of Freemasonry’s customs is not to solicit members – men must seek membership on their own initiative. Anyone is welcome to request information about the fraternity.
If you are interested in applying for membership to our lodge, now is a good time to start. Please contact us to schedule a visit during an event, or request more information.
Contact usDecember 2, 2024
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
December 2, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
December 5, 2024
Stated Meeting & Dinner
December 5, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
December 12, 2024
Hall Association Meeting
December 12, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
December 13, 2024
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
December 13, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
December 27, 2024
Feast of St. John the Evangelist
December 27, 2024
January 2, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
January 2, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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Dress
January 6, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
January 6, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
January 10, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
January 10, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
February 3, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
February 3, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
February 6, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
February 6, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
February 13, 2025
Hall Association Meeting
February 13, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
February 14, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
February 14, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
March 3, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
March 3, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
March 6, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
March 6, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
March 14, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
March 14, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
March 22, 2025
International Conference on Freemasonry
March 22, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jake Winn
jwinn@freemasonry.org
(415) 292-9140
April 3, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
April 3, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
April 4, 2025
Masonic Leadership Retreat – Anaheim
April 4, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - April 6, 2025 @ 12:00 pm
Event Type: Reception or other event
Hosted By: Grand Lodge of California
District:
Dress Code: Casual
Invited to Attend: Grand Lodge Officers Masons Spouses and Partners By Invitation or Registration
Meal Cost:
Itinerary:
Contact Name: Member Services
Contact Email: memberservices@freemason.org
Contact Phone: 415-776-7000
Contact Address:
April 7, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
April 7, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
April 11, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
April 11, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
May 1, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
May 1, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
May 5, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
May 5, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
May 9, 2025
Masonic Leadership Retreat - Lake Tahoe
May 9, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - May 11, 2025 @ 12:00 pm
Event Type: Reception or other event
Hosted By:
District:
Dress Code: Casual
Invited to Attend: Grand Lodge Officers Masons Spouses and Partners By Invitation or Registration
Meal Cost:
Itinerary:
Contact Name: Member Services
Contact Email: memberservices@freemason.org
Contact Phone: 415-776-7000
Contact Address:
May 9, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
May 9, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
May 16, 2025
Masonic Leadership Retreat - Palm Springs
May 16, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - May 18, 2025 @ 12:00 pm
Additional Details
Event Type: Reception or other event
Hosted By: Grand Lodge of California
Invited: Grand Lodge Officers, Masons, Spouses and Partners, By Invitation or Registration
Dress: Casual
ORGANIZER CONTACT INFO
Andrew Uehling
auehling@freemason.org
(415) 292-9180
June 2, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
June 2, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
June 5, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
June 5, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
June 13, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
June 13, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
June 24, 2025
Nativity of St. John the Baptist
June 24, 2025
July 3, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
July 3, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
July 7, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
July 7, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
July 11, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
July 11, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
August 4, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
August 4, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
August 7, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
August 7, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
August 8, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
August 8, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
September 1, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
September 1, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
September 4, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
September 4, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
September 11, 2025
Hall Association Meeting
September 11, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
September 12, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
September 12, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
October 2, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
October 2, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
October 6, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
October 6, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
October 10, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
October 10, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
November 3, 2025
📅 Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting
November 3, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Oakland Scottish Rite stated meeting. For Scottish Rite members.
November 6, 2025
Stated Meeting & Dinner
November 6, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Schedule
Dress
November 13, 2025
Hall Association Meeting
November 13, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
November 14, 2025
📅 Scottish Rite: Member's Night
November 14, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
If you are curious about the Scottish Rite, ask an active brother about this monthly event. It's a great chance to meet some brothers from other lodges, learn about the Scottish Rite, and visit a truly amazing architectural gem!
They usually serve a light buffet, and there is a cash bar in the member's lounge.
Attire: business casual
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