MEMBERSHIP CRITERIA

WHO MAY JOIN?

Men, who are affiliated Master Masons in good standing.

Women, who are 18 years old and:

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 were in good standing at the time of their death;

Also members of the Rainbow for Girls or the Job's Daughters who

are at least 18 years of age and
have been active for three (3) years or reach majority of age while being an active member.

How to join:

To inquire about membership, talk to a current member, or contact this local chapter.

Petitions are carefully read, eligibility is investigated, and election to membership must be by unanimous vote.

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.