John Paul Gomez

Freemason

John Paul Gomez is a freemason and the founder of FraternalTies based in Toronto, Canada. With over 17 years in the world of freemasonry, John Paul is the Worshipful Master of his Freemason lodge. In 2008, when he first joined the freemason fraternity, he was searching for a Masonic necktie and discovered a need for more modern, elevated designs. In 2009, John Paul established FraternalTies, creating product lines of high-quality Masonic ties that honor the tradition and help elevate the Masonic experience for members. Their custom neckties are touted as best-in-class by several Masonic podcasts, including the Meet, Act and Part podcast and Masonic publications like the Southern California Research Lodge's Fraternal Review magazine. John Paul is an alumni from DeMolay International, a youth leadership organization with Masonic origins.

Education

BS, Computer Science, AMA Computer University

Professional Achievements

Served as Worshipful Master of his historic lodge for four consecutive years
Featured speaker at Masonic events, including the inaugural Masonic Con in Ontario
Appeared on several Masonic podcasts and is recognized as the co-founder and designer of the world’s first Masonic fashion brand, FraternalTies®, which he established with his wife, Rechelle
Served as the Social Media and Communications Chairman for one of the largest Masonic districts in Toronto, and currently holds the office of Secretary in his lodge

Certifications & Organizations

International Order of DeMolay
Order of Knighthood, T.M.S. Priory
Freemasonry, AF&AM

Favorite Piece of Advice

Seek balance in all things—truth is rarely found at the extremes. Study widely, question deeply, and don’t be afraid to unlearn what no longer serves you. Like a rough stone shaped into a cornerstone, our task is to refine ourselves so we can fit into the greater design.

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Q&A Comments (2)

What alchemy symbols are associated with freemasonry?

Alchemical symbols are very simple. For example, you start with a dot. Add another dot and connect them, now you have a line. Add a third dot and you have a triangle. Now point it up, and it can mean air or the heavens. Pointed down, it can mean water or earth. Put a line across it, and you get another symbol, sometimes linked with spirit. Freemasonry itself doesn’t teach alchemy, but many of us study it on our own. The symbols and metaphors of alchemy and freemasonry do share a lot in common, which is why you’ll see most Masons are drawn to explore these connections.

Is there a connection between paganism, its symbols, and freemasonry?

The main connection is that we don’t do Masonic work on Sundays. Why? Back then Masons were building cathedrals, and Sunday was for worship, so no hammering while the flock was at prayer. Now, a lot of church rituals themselves came from older pagan traditions. Freemasonry doesn’t teach paganism and its symbols, but some customs that we follow come from that mix of history.

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