The Mission of Tabula Rasa Lodge shall be to:

• Encourage self development through the study of Masonry
• Exhibit excellence in Degree work
• Exhibit excellence in education in order to bring about a deeper understanding of the wisdom of Masonry
• Enhance Masonic fellowship and enjoy a quality social experience at regular Festive Boards
• Provide a distinctive Masonic experience

Tabula Rasa's Mission Statement encapsulates the basis for the creation of this Lodge. It is our belief that it is time that Freemasonry returns to its roots of being a “sacred place of learning."  By adopting the operating concepts of what has become to be known as a “European” Lodge and by guiding our efforts with the above mission statement, we believe that the Masonic experience can be enhanced and Masonry can once again become the focal point of a man’s quest for enlightenment.

Encourage Self Development through the Study of Masonry
Masonry has long desired to make “good men better.” There are many different
ways to explain how this is accomplished but surely one of the most important methodologies utilizes concentrated
and serious study of the Freemasonry. Tabula Rasa Lodge will provide a venue and appropriate reference material for serious study and discussion of the principles of Masonry. Each meeting will feature an educational paper and discussion on a Masonic topic.

Exhibit Excellence in Ritual Work
Nothing short of excellence in ritual work will be accepted in this Lodge. The Degree ceremonies
should be conducted with dignity and passion. The ceremonies and lectures of Masonry are of
utmost importance to setting the new candidate on the proper path and reminding the current Mason
of the basis of the Craft. We will work to hone our ritual work through constant practice.

Exhibit Excellence in Education in order to bring about a deeper understanding of the Wisdom of Masonry.
Tabula Rasa Lodge will offer both the new candidate and the established Master Mason a study program to
deepen their understanding of the Craft. This will be in addition to the papers presented during the
meetings. It will take various forms such as Web-based learning, sharing a book, discussion
groups, guest speakers and so on. For the new candidate, extra material will be offered to be
enjoyed between degrees.

Enhance Masonic Fellowship and Enjoy a Quality Social Experience at regular Festive Boards
The promotion of true fellowship in a lodge best exemplifies the meaning of “brother”. We will
include a charge in yearly dues for Festive Boards or dinners. Festive Boards will allow the Lodge
members, after each regular meeting, to retire to a local restaurant to enjoy a banquet-style meal and
continued fellowship and Masonic discourse. Members can get to know each other on a deeper
level and discuss Masonic issues in a atmosphere of brotherly love and fellowship.

Provide a Distinctive Masonic Experience
There are certain attributes that make this Lodge distinctive. The membership is kept small so that
everyone can know each other and everyone can be involved. The Festive Board meal allows for
further bonding on a social level. The active emphasis on self improvement and education. Striving
for excellence in Degree work. Enhancing the fellowship experience.
These are just a few of the qualities that will provide a distinctive Masonic experience for every member.