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| Greetings, we are glade that you are interested in finding out more about the Order of Eastern Stars. I hope that the information you find on this site is helpful and enlightening. If you are interested in finding out more about our order please feel free to contact one of the Eastern Star Grand Chapters in your state listed on this website or contact us through this sight by leaving your contact information. Let us state, there are several organizations and businesses in the world that use the name "Eastern Star." Within this Web site, we are referring to an organization known as The Supreme Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star and its affiliated Chapters. The purpose of this site is twofold. One, to help those who have an interest in the Eastern Star find out more about it and how to join. Two, to help our members learn about the services that are provided by The General Grand Masonic Congress & The Supreme Grand Chapter; which are comprised of each State's Grand Chapter, its Members, and affiliates. To begin, just click on the topic that interests you from those listed in the navigation bar on the left. We hope you will find these pages helpful and interesting. Thank you for stopping by The Supreme Grand Chapter O. E. S. Website. This Web page is under the direction of the Most Worthy Supreme Grand Matron and President General of the General Grand Masonic Congress Jurisdiction of the United States and Canada. We have a Guest Page for comments regarding this Website. This is for people who want to sign in and let us and others know they have been to this site. So leave a note for us to contact you back or know what you think. Your comments are welcomed. NOTE: The comment box is below. |
| Eastern Star Membership Who May Join Only men who are Master Masons are eligible and Only Women with specific Masonic or O.E.S. affiliation may be members. These Affiliations Include Affiliated Master Masons in good standing the wives daughters legally adopted daughters mothers widows sisters half sisters granddaughters stepmothers stepdaughters stepsisters daughters-in-law grandmothers great granddaughters nieces great nieces mothers-in-law sisters-in-law Well recommended women And daughters of sisters or brothers of affiliated Master Masons in good standing, or if deceased in good standing at the time of their death; as well as members - either active for three (3) years or majority - of the International Order of Job's Daughters or of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, each of whom having attained at least the age of eighteen (18) years, are eligible to membership in the Order of the Eastern Star. How to Join To inquire about membership, talk to a current member, or contact a local chapter. To find chapters in your area, contact the Grand Secretary of that state or province. Petitions are carefully read, eligibility investigated and election to membership must be by a vote of the Chapter. The Order strives to select persons of mental, moral, and spiritual quality who will work together in harmony to perform its objectives. Frequently Asked Questions Q. Is the Order of the Eastern Star a secret society? A. No. Secret societies are underground and hard to find. We are easily found within the community, but we enjoy a distinctive means of identifying each other. Only members are allowed in a closed meeting. Q. Can I afford membership in the Order of the Eastern Star A. Yes. Financial position is not considered in the Order. Members come from all economic stations of life. Q. Is my religious faith allowed in the Order of the Eastern Star? A. Yes. Members of all religions may belong to the Order of the Eastern Star. We only require a belief in a Supreme Being. Q. Is the Order of the Eastern Star time consuming? A. After your initiation into our Order, you may attend as your time permits. Q. Is there any memory work? A. There is no mandatory memory work except the means of making yourself known if you wish to visit a Chapter or if you become an officer. Q. Is the Order patriotic and democratic? A. Yes. Members are taught an allegiance to preserve the good of their country. |
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