Joining Salaam Shrine

The following is a step-by-step guide to becoming a member of Salaam Shrine.  If you need any assistance at all, please contact our Recorder for more information.
PREREQUISITES:

1. The Shrine of North America is a fraternity that grew out of Freemasonry over a century ago. Because of this, the Shrine is dedicated to Masonic principles and to become a Shriner you must first be a Master Mason.  If you are not yet a member of a Masonic Lodge, visit the Grand Lodge of New Jersey website for more information about Freemasonry and to find a Lodge convenient to you.
   For men who would like to receive additional instruction and explanation regarding the allegory and symbolism learned in the Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite or the York Rite bodies elaborate on the basic tenets of Freemasonry. However, these "higher degrees" of Freemasonry are not required for membership in Salaam Shrine.
2. 1. Be willing to have a good time (Shriners love to have a good time) and join your fellow Nobles of the Mystic Shrine in promoting fraternalism and fun!

   That's it! Now let's get down to the actual joining part...

   Download a Shrine Petition:  The application to become a member of Salaam Shrine is available for download as a PDF Form.  If you don't already have a copy, you can download it here: Adobe Reader.  Then click here to download Salaam Shrine Application for Membership.

   Turn in your Petition:  Once you've filled out the petition for membership, print it and  turn it in to the Recorder, either in person or by mail, at the address above.  Make sure you provide a copy of your current "BLUE CARD".  The Recorder will notify you when your petition for membership has been accepted and approved by the Nobles of Salaam Shrine.  You can then be "initiated" in a special ceremonial held during regular meetings of the Shrine or at special events throughout the year.