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The Order of the Eastern Star is the largest fraternal organization in the world to which both women and men may belong. Eastern Star is a social order comprised of persons with spiritual values, but it is not a religion. Its appeal rests in the true beauty of the refreshing and character-building lessons that are so sincerely portrayed in its ritualistic work. A deep fraternal bond exists between its members. It is the wholesome relationship of sisterly and brotherly love brought about... (read more)Mission:Purposes: The stated purposes of the organization are: Charitable, Educational, Fraternal and Scientific; but there is much more to it than that. Dr. Rob Morris, the Poet Laureate of Masonry, founded the Order using the beautiful and inspiring Biblical examples of heroic conduct and moral values. These portray the noble principles which should adorn the personal lives of Eastern Star members. Eastern Star strives to take good people and through uplifting and elevating associations of love and service, and through precept and example build an Order which is truly dedicated to charity, truth and loving kindness.Products:Eastern Star Membership Who may join: Only men who are Masons are eligible and only women with specific Masonic affiliation may be members. These affiliations include: Eastern Star Membership Who may join: Only men who are Masons are eligible and only women with specific Masonic 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 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. 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 the Order patriotic and democratic? A. Yes. Members are taught an allegiance to preserve the good of their country.

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