Membership
What is the Order of the Eastern Star?
The Order of the Eastern Star is the largest fraternal organization in the world
to
which both men and women may belong. Worldwide, there are approximately
1 million
members under the General Grand Chapter.
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-
fraternal
bond exists between its members. It is the wholesome relationship of
sisterly and
brotherly love brought about through high principles exemplified in
our lives which
makes us near and dear to each other.
While this is an Order composed of people of deep spiritual convictions, it is open to all faiths, except no faith. The personal welfare of our members is vital to all of those in the Eastern Star and it is considered a privilege to help another member whenever we can.
What is the Purpose of the Order of the Eastern Star?
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 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.
Who is Eligible to be a Member?
Only men who are Masons are eligible, and only women with specific Masonic affiliation
maybe be members. These affiliations include: wives, mothers, sisters, daughters,
legally adopted daughters, widows, half sisters, grand daughters, stepmothers, stepdaughters,
stepsisters, daughters-
How do I join?
If you meet the criteria listed above, then contact our Chapter Secretary by e-
Narcissus Chapter #269, Order of the Eastern Star
5903 Maple Street -
