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PROCEEDINGS
THE GRAND CHAPTER OF
NEW BRUNSWICK
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR
EIGHTY-FIRST ANNUAL SESSION
“THE OPEN CIRCLE”
July 7, 8 & 9, 2011
Fredericton Inn
Fredericton, New Brunswick
SHERRY MITTON
WORTHY GRAND MATRON
RON OAKLEY
WORTHY GRAND PATRON
DOUG SWAN, PGP
GRAND SECRETARY
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2010 – 2011
“THE OPEN CIRCLE” SESSION
OF
THE GRAND CHAPTER OF NEW BRUNSWICK
DEDICATION
WORTHY GRAND MATRON
This year is dedicated to my parents, Sister Alice and Brother
Cleveland Jagoe. Through Dad's Masonic relationship I was able to
become a member of this wonderful Order. Mom is always there to
help me in any way she can and to listen to my concerns. Also to my
mother-In-law, Sister Claire Mitton, who was a faithful and dedicated
member of our Order.
To the members of Bathurst Chapter #22 as well as Lady Alexander
Chapter #24, Prince Charles Chapter #27 and Prince Andrew Chapter
#42 for their support and hard work.
To my husband, Brother Jerry Mitton, and my family whose support
and understanding has made this dream possible.
WORTHY GRAND PATRON:
This year is dedicated in loving memory of my granddaughter Megan
Amy Irene Oakley - which is also the reason that my Special Project
is the IWK Neonatal Unit.
THE OPEN CIRCLE
Scripture: WGM: He has told you, 0 mortal, what is good; and
what does the Lord require of you but to do justice,
and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your
God? Micah 6:8 (NRSV)
WGP: And we know that we are of God, and the
whole world lieth in wickedness. 1 John 5: 19 (KJV)
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Motto: Keep a song in your heart and a smile on your face
Aim: To promote the teachings and values of our Order by
remembering the past, embracing the present and
planning for the future.
Watchwords: Harmony and Loving Kindness
Emblems: Lyre - a symbol of Harmony
Cup - a symbol of hospitality and loving Kindness
Honour Stations: Organist and Electa
Colours: Blue, White and Silver
Flowers: Roses and Pansies
Fun Symbols: WGM: Rag Dolls and Robins
WGP: Baby Angels with bare feet
Projects: All Grand Chapter and General Grand Chapter
Projects
Special Projects: WGM: Autism (New Brunswick) - Service Dogs
WGP: IWK Hospital – Neonatal unit
Music: WGM: Somebody Bigger Than You and I
The King Is Coming
Fairest Lord Jesus
Come In, Come In and Sit Down
Morning Has Broken
WGP: What's His Name?
I Surrender All
You are My Sunshine
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WORTHY GRAND MATRON
AND
WORTHY GRAND PATRON
Worthy Grand Matron, Sherry Mitton
Worthy Grand Patron, Ron Oakley
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MOST WORTHY GRAND MATRON
Rennie Ofton, PGM of Texas
MOST WORTHY GRAND PATRON
Frederick W. Clarke (Deceased)
PGP of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
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GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER OFFICERS
Margaret A. Clarke
Worthy Grand Esther
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GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER COMMITTEE MEMBERS
2009 - 2012
Front Row
Marjorie Colton, Cancer
Sherry Mitton, WGM
Ron Oakley, WGP
Debbie Hill, Service Dogs
Back Row
Ron Jagoe, International Headquarters
Donna Allen, Chairman Canada, Education
Graham Vincent, Credentials
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GRAND OFFICERS
2010 – 2011
Front Row
Keith Trenholm, Grand Chaplain; Norma Caswell, Grand Organist;
Mildred Homer, Associate Grand Matron; Sherry Mitton, Worthy
Grand Matron; Ron Oakley, Worthy Grand Patron; Allan Gillis,
Associate Grand Patron; Faye Oakley, Grand Electa;
Lynda Williams, Grand Treasurer;
Jean Flewelling, Assistant to Grand Organist
Back Row:
Don Williams, Grand Sentinel; Nancy Keirstead, Associate Grand
Conductress; Edith Clouston, Grand Adah; Shirley Kraglund, Grand
Ruth; Judy Donnelley, Grand Marshal; E. Jean Duncan, Grand
Conductress; Mary Pelletier, Grand Esther; Sue MacDougall, Grand
Warder; Faye Gilks, Grand Martha; Doug Swan, Grand Secretary
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GRAND PAGES
Front Row
Pauline Keirstead (19); Janet Mallory (26); Sherry Mitton, WGM;
Ron Oakley, WGP; Joan Curran (37); June Rafuse (15)
Eleanor Linton (4)
Back Row
Susan Geneau (23); Connie MacPherson (1); Candace Duplissea (3);
Joyce Spence (27); Jean Kelly (42); Ellen Wells (19);
Sylvia Bannister (5)
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GRAND GUARDS
Front Row
Ken Briggs (14); Ray Kraglund (24); Sherry Mitton, WGM
Ron Oakley, WGP; Laurie Bishop (37); Colin Allen (11)
Back Row
Ron Sutherland (8); Leonard Mosher (1); Terrance Spence (27);
Paul Fullarton (3); Wayne Bannister (5); Robert Keirstead (19);
John Leadbetter (5)
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GRAND REPRESENTATIVES
SESSION ASSISTANTS
Front Row:Sherry Mitton, WGM; Ron Oakley, WGP
Back Row: Brenda McGibbon, DDGM; Isabel Morton DDGM and
Assistant Grand Organist; Anne Murray, DDGM and Assistant to
Grand Marshal
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DRILL TEAM 2011
Front Row
John Murray, PGP (26); Eleanor Linton (4); Shirley Dutcher (26);
Janet Russell (15); Sherry Mitton, WGM; Ron Oakley, WGP;
Lynda Swan (1); June Rafuse (15); Laurie Bishop (37)
Second Row
Norma Caswell (4); Mary Pelletier (5);Davene Nice (14):
Agnes Weaver (5); Donna Allen ,GGCCM (11);
Marilyn Hutchinson (14); Mildred Homer (5), Drill Team Captain;
Linda Haynes (14); Evelyn Vink (15): Kaye Southard (15);
Mae MacDonald (18);
Lynne Hutchin (15); Jean Flewelling (14)
Third Row
Marcie Munroe (5); Ron Jagoe, GGCCM (22); Colin Allen (11);
Allan Gillis (37) Russell Haynes (14); Doug Swan, PGP (1);
Nancy Keirstead (18); Mary Kellier (14) Anne Murray (26)
Missing from photo:
Don Williams (36); Peggy Jagoe (22); Lillian Hall (15)
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GRAND OFFICERS - 2010 - 2011
Worthy Grand Matron Sherry Mitton (22)
Worthy Grand Patron Ron Oakley (26)
Associate Grand Matron Mildred Homer (5)
Associate Grand Patron Allan Gillis (37)
Grand Secretary Doug Swan, PGP (1)
Grand Treasurer Lynda Williams (36)
Grand Conductress E. Jean Duncan (3)
Associate Grand Conductress Nancy Keirstead (19)
Grand Chaplain Keith Trenholm (36)
Grand Marshal Judy Donnelly (27)
Grand Organist Norma Caswell (4)
Grand Adah Edith Clouston (22)
Grand Ruth Shirley Kraglund (24)
Grand Esther Mary Pelletier (5)
Grand Martha Faye Gilks (42)
Grand Electa Faye Oakley (26)
Grand Warder Susan MacDougall (19)
Grand Sentinel Don Williams (36)
ASSISTANTS:
Assistant to the Grand Marshal Anne Murray (26)
Assistants to the Grand Organist Jean Flewelling (14)
Isabel Morton, PM (9)
DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MATRONS:
Anne Murray (26) District #2
Brenda McGibbon (8) District #4
Isabel Morton (9) District #6
GRAND PAGES
Connie MacPherson, (1)
Candace Duplisea (3)
Eleanor Linton (4)
Sylvia Bannister (5)
Janice Allen (11)
Carol Ferris (14)
June Rafuse (15)
Ellen Wells (19)
Pauline Keirstead (19)
Susan Geneau (23)
Janet Mallory (26)
Joyce Spence (27)
Joan Curran (37)
Jean Kelly (42)
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GRAND GUARDS
Leonard Mosher (1)
Phillip Belyea (3)
Paul Fullarton (3)
Wayne Bannister (5)
John Leadbetter (5)
Ron Sutherland (8)
Colin Allen (11)
Ken Briggs (14)
Ray Kraglund (24)
Terrance Spence (27)
Max Head (36)
Laurie Bishop (37)
GRAND CHOIR DIRECTOR
Kathleen (Kay) Firlotte, PM (22)
SESSION TYPIST
Jennifer Mawhinney (3)
DISTINGUISHED GUESTS
General Grand Chapter Officers
General Grand Chapter Committee Members, including our own:
Marjorie Colton, Member of Cancer Committee
Graham Vincent, Member of Credentials Committee
Donna Allen, Chairman of Educational Committee for Canada
Ronald Jagoe, Member of International Headquarters Committee
Debbie Hill, Member of Service Dog Committee
Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons of Other Grand
Jurisdictions
Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick
Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of Other Grand
Jurisdictions
Elected and Appointed Grand Officers of Other Grand Jurisdictions
Grand Representatives
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HOSTESS CHAPTERS
Bathurst Chapter # 22
Zetland Chapter # 26
GRAND NURSES
Marion Logan (33)
SESSION COMMITTEES
RECEPTION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS
Leitha Holmes, PGM (9) Joseph Holmes, PGP (9)
Linda Cogswell, PGM (30) Bob King, PGP (26)
COMMITTEE TO LINE UP DISTINGUISHED GUESTS
Ann Morton, PGM
Audrey Sypher, PGM
Carol Sutherland, PGM
Lynne Hatt, PGM
David Lister, PP
CREDENTIAL COMMITTEE
Peggy Jagoe, PM (22)
Annie Watson, PM (5)
Avis Dupéré, PM (3)
Assistants:
Kelly Lister (35)
Gertrude Wilson, PM (1)
HOUSING CHAIRPERSON
Elaine MacLean, PGM (3)
BANQUET RESERVATION CHAIRPERSON
Norma Jean Belyea, PGM (3)
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DISTINGUISHED GUESTS IN ATTENDANCE
APPOINTED GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER OFFICERS
Margaret A. Clarke, Worthy Grand Esther and Past Grand Matron of
Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER COMMITTEE MEMBERS
AND AMBASSADORS
Marjorie M. Colton, Member of the Cancer Committee and Past
Grand Matron of New Brunswick
Vernal E. Blakely, Member of the Chapter Restoration Committee
and Past Grand Patron of Maine
Robert P. Brown, Member of the Credentials Committee and Past
Grand Patron of Maine
Graham Vincent, Member of the Credentials Committee and Past
Grand Patron of New Brunswick
Donna K. Allen, Chairman of the Educational Committee for Canada
and Past Grand Matron of New Brunswick
Margaret Hourston, Member of the Estarl Committee and Past Grand
Matron of Quebec
Bertha M. Cadigan, Member of the International Headquarters
Committee and Past Grand Patron of Maine
Ronald L. Jagoe, Member of the International Headquarters
Committee and Past Grand Patron of New Brunswick
Adrian Pearson, Member of the Jurisprudence Committee and Past
Grand Patron of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
Susan A. Gaines, Member of the Membership Committee and Past
Grand Matron of Maine
Betty Robertson, Chairman of the Necrology Committee for the
United States and Past Grand Matron of New Mexico
Gail Cook, Chairman of the Necrology Committee for Canada and
Past Grand Matron of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
Donald Thornton, Canadian Chair of Scottish Rite Charities
Committee and Past Grand Patron of Ontario
Keith Pettigrew, Member of the Scottish Rite Charities Committee
Past Grand Patron of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
Debbie Hill, Member of the Service Dog Committee and Past Grand
Matron of New Brunswick
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WORTHY GRAND MATRONS AND WORTHY GRAND
PATRONS OF OTHER GRAND JURISDICTIONS
Carol Jones of Massachusetts
Shelley Gullett of New Hampshire
Victor U. Taggart of Massachusetts
Fred Lipskey of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
PAST GRAND MATRONS AND PAST GRAND PATRONS
OF NEW BRUNSWICK
Glenna Taylor
F. Pauline Allan
Norma Jean Belyea
Margaret B. McCully
E. Jeanne Wheelock
Betty Danks
Jean Belding
Ann Lister
Hilda Shaffer
Hazel Harris
Brenda I. Taylor
Brenda J. Saunders
Shirley MacDonald
Rose Scott
Audrey Sypher
Ann Morton
Carol Sutherland
Leitha Holmes
Elaine I. MacLean
Donna McEwen
Lynne Hatt
Linda Cogswell
Lynn Hutchin
DeWitt Lister
Clinton Shaffer
Rupert Sypher
Joseph Holmes
Murray Clouston
Gordon Steeves
Doug Swan, Grand Secretary
John Murray
Burton Hall
Robert King
PAST GRAND MATRONS AND PAST GRAND PATRONS
OF OTHER GRAND JURISDICTIONS
Cynthia Lewis of Maine
Gretchen Brissette of Maine
Rebecca S. Bibber of Maine
Phyllis Blakely of Maine
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Judith A. Wilkie of Maine
Sheila MacDonald of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
Isabelle Pearson of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
Marion Buchan of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
Anita Young of Quebec and Grand Secretary
Sheila Eddy of Vermont
Helen Wheeler of Wisconsin
Francis C. LaPlante Sr of Connecticut
Donald Pierce of Maine
John H. Coombs of Maine
John Wardwell of Maine
Edwin DeWitt of Maine
John Howard of Massachusetts
ELECTED GRAND OFFICERS
OF OTHER GRAND JURISDICTIONS
Kelly Landry, Associate Grand Matron of Maine
Ralph Trafton, Associate Grand Patron of Maine
Gord Young, Associate Grand Patron of Quebec
Kathryn Coleman, Grand Treasurer of Vermont
Danna Saunders, Grand Conductress of Saskatchewan
Doris E. Graves, Grand Conductress of Vermont
Rebecca Johnson, Associate Grand Conductress of Maine
Maureen R. LaPlante – Associate Grand Conductress - Connecticut
Irma Maxwell, Associate Grand Conductress of Nova Scotia and
Prince Edward Island
Diana Affsa, Grand Trustee of New Jersey
APPOINTED GRAND OFFICERS
OF OTHER GRAND JURISDICTIONS
Eleanor A. Carbonaro, Grand Chaplain, Connecticut
James W. Spurrell, Grand Chaplain, Massachusetts
Larry McVey, Grand Chaplain, Mississippi
Margaret L. Howard, Grand Marshal, Massachusetts
Virginia E. Mitchell, Grand Marshal, New Hampshire
Jane E. Carter, Grand Ruth, New Hampshire
Robin S. Lane, Grand Esther, New Hampshire
Peg Lipskey, Grand Esther, Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island
Cynthia M. Rogers, Grand Martha, New Hampshire.
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GRAND REPRESENTATIVES OF OTHER
GRAND JURISDICTIONS IN NEW BRUNSWICK
Peggy Jagoe of Alabama
Wayne Bannister of Arizona
Ruth Bishop of Arkansas
Alice Clarke of the United Grand Chapter of Australia
Edna Clouston of California
Rhoda Briggs of Colorado
Helen Ellis of Delaware
Lorraine Fullarton of Florida
Judy Gilliss of Georgia
Carrie Weaver of Idaho
Marjorie Linton of Indiana
Susan Geneau of Maine
Barbara Leadbetter of Manitoba
Glendon Hill, of Minnesota
Marilyn Hutchinson of Montana
Margaret Martin of Nebraska
Diane Manning of New Hampshire
Roxanne Pond Stewart of New Jersey
Betty Boyer of New Mexico
Helen Humphreys of New York
Dorothy Stewart of North Carolina
Ron McIntosh of North Dakota
Winnie Bateman of Ohio
Henry Morton of Oklahoma
Don Clarke of Oregon
Bonnie Anderson of Pennsylvania
Joan Curran of Quebec
Joyce McInnis of Rhode Island
Debbie Cawker of Texas
Connie MacPherson of West Virginia
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GRAND REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW BRUNSWICK
IN OTHER GRAND JURISDICTIONS
Edith Gillis in Alberta
Elsie Tabor in Colorado
Thomas Neary in Delaware
Lynette McVey in Mississippi
Glen Hastings in Missouri
Shirley A. Lane in New Hampshire
Emil Affsa in New Jersey
Rose M. Wambolt in New York
Kay Beck in Ohio
Joanne Schmoutz in Pennsylvania
David Freeman in Vermont
Nick Goddard in Washington
Miyo (Mickey) Dean in Wisconsin
GRAND REPRESENTATIVES OF OTHER GRAND
JURISDICTIONS IN OTHER GRAND JURISDICTIONS
Brenda Kaneman of Louisiana in Wisconsin
Nancy Ryder of Maine in Mississippi
DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MATRONS OF NEW
BRUNSWICK AND THE DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND
MATRONS, INSTRUCTOR; DEPUTY GRAND MARSHALS
OF OTHER GRAND JURISDICTIONS
Anne Murray, District Deputy Grand Matron of New Brunswick
District #2
Brenda McGibbon, District Deputy Grand Matron of New Brunswick
District #4
Isabel Morton, District Deputy Grand Matron of New Brunswick
District #6
Martha P. Ellis, District Deputy Grand Matron of Maine, District #10
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WORTHY MATRONS AND WORTHY PATRONS
2011 – 2012
Celestial #3 Doug Cawker
Joanne Cameron Frank H Tingley #5 Murray McInnis
Margaret Malm Electa #9
Granite #15 Allan Hatt
Heather McKinley Winston Churchill #19 Allan McKinley
Sandra McIntosh Lady Alexander #24
Zetland # 26 Ron Bateman
Joyce Spence Prince Charles #27 Terrance Spence
Doris Moore Devon # 37
Jean Kelly Prince Andrew #42
WORTHY MATRONS AND WORTHY PATRONS
2010 – 2011
Candace Duplisea Celestial #3 Paul Fullarton
Eleanor Linton Queen Mary #4
Sylvia Bannister Frank H. Tingley #5 John R. Leadbetter
St Stephen #8 Ron Sutherland
Janice Allen Fort Monckton #11
June Rafuse Granite # 15
Pauline Keirstead Winston Churchill #19
Lady Alexander #24 Raymond Kraglund
Janet Mallory Zetland #26
Unity #35 David Lister
Devon #37 Laurie Bishop
SESSION ASSISTANTS
Norma Caswell, Assistant to the Grand Organist
Isabel Morton, Assistant to the Assistant Grand Organist
Marion Logan (33), Grand Nurse
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INFORMAL OPENING
“The Open Circle”
Eighty-first Annual Sessions
July 7, 8 and 9th
, 2011
The Eighty-first Annual Session of the Grand Chapter of New
Brunswick, Order of the Eastern Star, was held on July 7, 8 & 9, 2011
at the Fredericton Inn, Fredericton, New Brunswick.
The Informal Opening of the “Open Circle” Session was preceded by
a Vesper Service in the Ballroom, conducted by the Reverend Ray
Kraglund of Campbellton, NB
The Vesper Service opened with a musical prelude followed by a
welcome and greeting from Rev. Kraglund. The First Reading was
taken from Genesis 12:1-4a and was read by Worthy Grand Matron,
Sister Sherry Mitton. The Second Reading was taken from John
17:20-24 and was read by the Worthy Grand Patron, Brother Ron
Oakley. Rev. Kraglund spoke on the “Open Circle”. The Vesper
Service ended with all present joining in singing “We Are Pilgrims.”
The Offertory for the evening amounted to $622.66 and will be given
to ESTARL.
Grand Chapter convened for the Informal Opening at 7:00 PM in the
Ballroom. In the East was a beautiful backdrop. Across the top were
the words “The Open Circle” 2011 Grand Chapter Session along with
the Worthy Grand Matron‟s and Worthy Grand Patron‟s symbols;
Raggedy Ann doll, robin and a barefoot baby angel.
The Labyrinth was outlined with white pedestals and white lights
while at the back were two beautiful archways. Behind each Star
Point chair was a wooden chair, in the appropriate Star Point colour
made by our Worthy Grand Matrons husband, Brother Gerry Mitton.
In each chair was a Raggedy Ann doll, with dresses in the star point
colour of each station, which were made by the Worthy Grand
Matron. These were also gifts to each Star Point Officer
In the Northeast corner of the room was displayed the Book of
Remembrance.
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The Informal Opening was preceded by a Musical Prelude given by
the Grand Organist, Sister Norma Caswell, and the Assistant Grand
Organist, Sister Jean Flewelling. The Honoured Guests were escorted
into the room by the Grand Marshal and the Assistant to the Grand
Marshal.
The Grand Choir, under the leadership of Sister Kathleen Firlotte,
entered the Chapter Room, singing “Praise The Lord With The Sound
Of Trumpet”. The Informal Opening of the Grand Chapter of New
Brunswick, Order of the Eastern Star, was called to order by Sister
Glenna Taylor, Past Grand Matron, and Burton Hall, Past Grand
Patron.
CALL TO ORDER
Glenna Taylor, Past Grand Matron, and
Burton Hall, Past Grand Patron
Glenna Taylor, PGM
Good evening, Sisters, Brothers and Guests
We extend to each of you a sincere welcome to this Informal Opening
of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick, Order of The Eastern Star
annual session. Our Worthy Grand Matron has chosen the title The
Open Circle for this year - A fitting title and one we find inspiring.
To the many distinguished guests representing the various
Government and Fraternal bodies we welcome you and thank you for
finding the time in your busy schedules to be here. We look forward
to hearing from you later.
A most sincere welcome to the members of General Grand Chapter
who are with us. We especially welcome the Committee members
from our own Jurisdiction of New Brunswick whom we are very
proud of: Sister Marjorie Colton on Cancer Committee, Brother
Graham Vincent of Credentials Committee; Sister Donna Allen,
Chairperson of Educational Committee for Canada Brother Ronald
Jagoe of International Headquarters Committee; and Sister Debbie
Hill, Member of Service Dog Committee.
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We extend our best wishes to each of you as you continue with your
duties in preparation for the next General Grand Chapter in 2012
To the members of this Grand Jurisdiction, welcome, most of you
have been here before and will enjoy meeting old friends again but
there are some who have never been before please enjoy this
experience and come back again and again.
It is my hope that the Worthy Grand Matron's watchwords
HARMONY AND LOVING KINDNESS will prevail throughout
these sessions.
It is my pleasure to share the East tonight with Brother Burton Hall,
P.G.P. who needs no introduction. Brother Burton, may we hear from
you now.
Burton Hall, PGP
Good evening! Sisters, Brothers, Distinguished Visitors and Guests.
It is a great pleasure for me to again be standing in the East of our
Grand Chapter with Sister Glenna as we open this Thursday evening
portion of “The Open Circle” session of our 81st Grand Chapter
Session.
It is an immense honour to be able to look out and see so many
familiar faces and to extend a heartfelt welcome to each of you. I
extend a fraternal welcome to all visitors who have traveled from near
and far to join us this evening. I also extend a special welcome to all
of our special guests and thank each of you for taking time from your
busy schedules to share this evening with us. Finally to our own
Sisters and Brothers, welcome to your Grand Chapter session, enjoy
it, and I am sure your Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand
Patron truly appreciate your support and attendance.
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INTRODUCTION OF GRAND OFFICERS 2010 - 2011
Narrators: Shirley MacDonald, PGM
Marjorie Colton, GGCCM
Good evening Sisters, Brothers and Visitors. It is a real pleasure for
Sis. Marjorie Colton G.G.C.C.M. and I to present to each of you the
Grand Officers of 2010-2011. They have done their very best to
ensure that the Grand Jurisdiction of N.B. had a good year and we
congratulate them on their success.
The 2010-2011 D.D.G.M.‟s will be the first to enter our Chapter room
this evening – Sis. Ann Murray P.M., Zetland Chapter No. 26,
Shediac, and W.M. of Fort Monckton, Chapter No. 11, Port Elgin, is
escorted by her husband Bro. John Murray P.G.P., Sis. Isabel Morton
P.M., Electa Chapter No. 9, escorted by Bro. Joseph Holmes P.G.P.
and Sister Brenda McGibbon P.M. of St. Stephen, Chapter No. 8,
escorted by Bro. Ronald Sutherland P.P., St. Stephen Chapter No. 8. Their official visits were on Chapter Meeting night To review the Ritual so we‟d all do things right They answered our questions so we‟d all be on track And promised to return if we needed them back So Thank you Star Sisters for a job well done Sis. Sherry chose wisely, each and everyone.
The assistant to the Grand Organist, Sis. Jean Flewelling of St. John,
Chapter No. 14 is escorted by Bro. Kenneth Briggs P.P.
Sis. Jean, we always enjoy your music
No matter what you play
We can all be feeling “down and out”
And then you brighten up our day.
Entering now is our Grand Sentinel Bro. Don Williams P.P. of
Fidelity, Chapter No. 36, Riverview, escorted by Sis. Sylvia Bannister
P.M., Frank H. Tingley, Chapter No. 5, Moncton.
This year the outside door was carefully guarded by Bro. Don
Now he‟s looking forward to coming inside as in the line he
moves in
He‟s also our Editor for our O.E.S. magazine
And always greets us with a hug & the warmest smile ever seen.
Our Grand Warder Sis. Susan MacDougall P.M. of Winston Churchill
Chapter No. 19, Riverside – Albert, is escorted by her niece Bonnie
Beers.
Sue has guarded well our door all year
And fulfilled her duties whether far or near
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And we also discovered she‟s really a great poet
And if you travel with her, you‟ll soon get to know it!
Grand Electa Sis. Faye Oakley P.M. Zetland Chapter No. 26, Shediac,
escorted by her grandson Ben Hebert.
Sis. Faye as Electa taught us to be faithful and kind to the poor
That giving Charity is what our Order stands for
We depend on her to “Check the Weather”, when meeting time is
gone
And watch as she carries out her duties as “gofer” for Bro. Ron.
Grand Martha Sis. Faye Gilks P.M., Prince Andrew Chapter No. 42,
Miramichi, is escorted by her husband Bro. Edward Gilks P.P.
She taught the History of Martha whose brother had died
And the lesson of trust that cannot be denied
And that we should believe that he might live
Which she quietly & gracefully performed each time she was
asked to give.
Grand Esther Sis. Mary Pelletier, Frank H. Tingley No. 5, Moncton, is
escorted by Leigh Manning, Frank H. Tingley Chapter No. 5.
She taught about Queen Esther whose kindred & friends were
captives and doomed to be slain
The King, through her pleading, the edict amends
Her adventure's mission was not in vain
But this is not all that we ask Mary to do
She‟s often asked to fill in for the Organist too.
Grand Ruth Sis. Shirley Kragland P.M. of Lady Alexander Chapter
No. 24, Campbellton, is escorted by her husband Bro. Raymond
Kragland P.P.
Shirley taught about Ruth with her hands full of grain
She walked through the fields to glean
She looked after Naomi so aged and so sad
And made this poor widow‟s heart glad
This lesson of loyalty Shirley continues to heed
As she travels with Bro. Ray to the Church that‟s in need.
Grand Adah Sis. Edith Clouston P.M. of Bathurst Chapter No. 22,
Bathurst, is escorted by her brother-in-law Bro. Murray Clouston
P.G.P.
Sis. Edith taught about Adah trustfully looking above while
silently breathing a Prayer
As her Father, a soldier, had made a rash vow
That to honour it, he had to slay her now
Sis. Edith is faithful & travels many times on the O.E.S. trail
And no matter what the task she completes without fail.
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Grand Organist Sis. Norma Caswell P.M. Queen Mary Chapter No. 4,
St. Stephen, escorted by Bro. Phillip Belyea P.P., Celestial Chapter
No. 3, Fredericton.
Uniting music and harmony she fulfills her star duty
As our ceremonies are performed with dignity and beauty
She‟s a gifted musician and never refuses a request
We all love her marches – They are really “the best”.
Grand Marshal Sis. Judy Donnelly P.M., Prince Charles Chapter No.
27, Miramichi, is escorted by Bro. Graham Vincent G.G.C.C.M.
Sis. Judy performs her duties with Grace and Style
And follows the Ritual with courtesy and promptness all the
while
Her background is nursing as members here will know
So if you‟re feeling unwell you‟ll know where to go.
Grand Chaplain Bro. Keith Trenholme P.P., Fidelity Chapter No. 36,
Riverview, is escorted by his friend Sharon Santalucia.
We often ask our Heavenly Father to bless our Chapter work
And Bro. Keith as Gr. Chaplain did not these duties shirk
He carried out his duties as he travelled day to day
And always greeted members with a cherry smile
So that even if we were tired and oh so busy
He made us feel that it was all worthwhile.
Associate Grand Conductress Sis. Nancy Kierstead P.M. Winston
Churchill Chapter No. 19, Riverside-Albert, is escorted by her
husband Bro. Robert Keirstead P.P.
Her first year as a line Grand Officer is almost finished
And her enthusiasm for our Order has not diminished
She‟s also busy with her Chapter and assists with DeMolay
Always ready to help, she‟s there for each member day to day.
Grand Conductress Sis. Jean Duncan P.M., Celestial Chapter No. 3,
Fredericton, is escorted by her son Jonathan Duncan.
Her duties as Conductress are really quite clear
As she conducts candidates in the initiation in Chapter far and
near
We know she‟s looking forward to the next step in the line
And she‟s so friendly and helpful we know she‟ll be just fine.
Grand Treasurer Sis. Lynda Williams P.M. Fidelity Chapter No. 36,
Riverview, escorted by Bro. Wayne Bannister P.P., Frank H. Tingley
Chapter No. 5, Moncton.
Sis. Lynda with her duties as Treasurer has passed the test of
friendship
And shows in her manner she really does care
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When the need for kindness is the greatest
She‟s ready with a hug, her strength and a prayer.
Grand Secretary Bro. Doug Swan P.G.P. and P.P., Victoria Chapter
No. 1, Woodstock, escorted by his wife Lynda Swan, P.M., Victoria
Chapter.
As Grand Secretary Bro. Doug has survived the first year
And we always enjoy his “unique chuckle” whenever he‟s near
I‟ll bet he now knows it‟s not the individual or the order as a
whole
But the everlasting teamwork of every single soul.
Associate Grand Patron Bro. Allan Gillis P.P., Devon Chapter No. 37,
Fredericton, is escorted by his mother, Sis. Edith Gillis, Grand
Representative of N.B. in Alberta and W.M. of Laurel Chapter No.
43, Alberta.
Bro. Allan has almost completed his year in the West
His ritualistic work can be said to be up there with the best
His pleasant smile and willingness to carry his load
Will be of great help as he continues in the line up the road
We can all see his pleasure in being escorted by his Mom
He couldn‟t wait to tell us that she was going to come.
Associate Grand Matron Sis. Mildred Homer P.M., Frank H. Tingley
Chapter No. 5, Moncton is escorted by her daughter Sis. Cindy
Hayden.
Sis. Mildred loves to travel and can get ready in a minute
She can organize a group of stars and then check the van to see
they‟re in it
She manages to combine her work and responsibilities for star all
the time
So as she progresses to the East, we know she‟ll do just fine.
W.G.P. Bro. Ron Oakley P.P., Zetland Chapter No. 26, Shediac, is
escorted by his granddaughter Katie Beers.
Bro. Ron, you can imagine how pleased we are to see you here
tonight
For your earlier health problems gave us quite a fright
You‟ve been a great W.G.P. as we knew you would be
As you worked to strengthen the ties of fraternity
Soon you can relax and fish, I‟m sure with no failure
As you return to the Miramichi and enjoy that new trailer.
W.G.M. Sis. Sherry Mitton P.M., Bathurst Chapter No. 22, Bathurst,
is escorted by her husband, Bro. Jerry P.P. of Bathurst Chapter No.
22.
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Sis. Sherry, your year in the East is nearly done
You must be so pleased with the friends you‟ve won
The kindness you‟ve shown will need no other creed
To guide you further in this life‟s sea
As you continue with your work of true fraternity
You‟ve certainly made your chapter proud
Their cheers for you will ring out loud
Soon you‟ll return to the good old North Shore
And relax in the sun and shade “For Sure”!
We thank you W.G.M. for this honour of introducing the Grand
Family.
Sisters, Brothers and Visitors, the Grand Officers of 2010-2011 and
their escorts. Please show your appreciation.
FORMATIONS AND DRILLS
Written by Jacquie Boutilier, PGM
Narrated by Rose Scott, PGM
Assisted by Brenda Saunders, PGM
The Grand Officers enter to form a tree with the Sister Grand Officers
forming the branches and the Brother Grand Officers forming its base.
Our Worthy Grand Matron‟s Robins now have a tree to rest on so they
will not be tired on their journey to the East.
The Officers will fall out of the tree formation to form Electa‟s cup of
charity and hospitality which then becomes the lyre, the Organist
being the honour station of the Worthy Grand Matron.
The Grand Pages enter to form an angel‟s body with the Brother
Grand Officers and Grand Guards forming the angel‟s wings. The
angels are able to rest in our garden of roses and pansies.
The Grand Representatives enter to form an open circle welcoming all
to the Garden of “Sunshine and Roses.”
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The Ribbon Ceremony was carried out by the Past Grand Matrons of
New Brunswick under the guidance of Elaine MacLean, Past Grand
Matron.
Adah Donna Allen, GGCCM
Ruth Debbie Hill, GGCCM
Esther Betty Danks, PGM
Martha Lynne Hatt, PGM
Electa Brenda I Taylor, PGM
WELCOME FOR THE WORTHY GRAND MATRON AND
WORTHY GRAND PATRON
Glenna Taylor, Past Grand Matron and
Burton Hall, Past Grand Patron
Glenna Taylor, PGM:
It is with the permission of the Worthy Grand Matron that I invite you
to remain seated until the Worthy Grand Matron, and the Worthy
Grand Patron are presented at the Altar.
Associate Grand Conductress, you will invite the Worthy Grand
Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and other Grand Officers to enter the
Grand Chapter Room.
Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand Matron, Brother Ron, Worthy Grand
Patron and other Grand Officers, what a lovely picture you make as
you form the hollow square. It was my pleasure just a year ago to
install many of you into your office and I have watched your work
during the year. I might not have been there but I always got the news.
You have each had a wonderful year and now comes the final
sessions. How quickly the time goes by. Under your leadership we
have been proud to extend the Good of the Order throughout our
Jurisdiction. Please know how proud I am of each of you.
Thank you for having Brother Burton assist me in the East tonight.
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The Grand Conductress and Associate Grand Conductress, escorted
the Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron to the Altar.
Glenna Taylor, PGM:
Sister Sherry and Brother Ron, welcome to this your Informal
Opening of your Grand Chapter Sessions. It takes a great deal of
dedication to accomplish the year in these offices and come out
smiling. We just thank you for your dedication.
Sister Sherry, you are a wonderful sister and full of surprises. A few
years ago when you called and asked me to be your Installing Officer
and then just a few months ago to ask if I would open this Grand
Chapter I was really surprised but pleased to have the opportunity to
do this for you. You have always held a special place in my heart and
I can only say well done.
Brother Ron, I must admit I did not know you so well just a year ago
but have been really pleased to meet with you from time to time
during the past year. I congratulate you on your success and
presentation to the IWK hospital. A wonderful effort and you are to be
commended on doing it, especially when it was in memory of a
granddaughter, they are all angels to us as grandparents.
To each of you may you experience the Harmony and Loving
kindness you exemplified during the year and now as you preside over
these sessions.
Brother Burton.
Burton Hall, PGP:
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry, and Worthy Grand Patron,
Brother Ron, Welcome to this the Informal Opening of your Grand
Chapter Session. I am very pleased to be able to share with Sister
Glenna in welcoming you. It seems like it was only yesterday that
Sister Glenna and I had the pleasure of installing you and your Grand
Family.
Sister Sherry, I am sure you will agree that the past year has flown by
all too fast. You are to be commended on the success of your year and
the great job you have done. You have served our Grand Jurisdiction
with great credit, dignity and diplomacy and are to be congratulated
on a job very well done.
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Brother Ron, You have heard the much-deserved complements, I have
just paid to Sister Sherry, and they go equally as well to you. You
have been an excellent Worthy Grand Patron, as I knew you would be
when you were a member of Sister Lynne‟s and my Grand Family.
Although it was one year ago it seems like yesterday, that I was
installing you as our Worthy Grand Patron. Your work has been
exemplary and you have earned all of our admiration.
I would like to thank you both for allowing me the privilege of assist
Sister Glenna in welcoming you this evening. Congratulations on a
very successful and productive year. Enjoy your session and I look
forward to welcoming each of you to the Past Grand‟s.
The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were escorted
to the East and extended the Grand Honours.
Sister Glenna presented Sister Sherry with her gavel
The Grand Officers assumed their Stations.
RESPONSE
Sherry Mitton, WGM:
Sister Glenna and Brother Burton, thank you for calling to order the
Informal Opening of this 81st Session – “The Open Circle” session of
Grand Chapter. Sister Glenna, I have known you for many years and
value your friendship. It doesn‟t seem possible that a year has passed
since you installed me as Worthy Grand Matron.
Brother Burton, thank you for calling to order this Informal Opening
with Sister Glenna. I got to know you when I was a member of your
Grand Family.
Sister Glenna, please accept this gift as a token of our appreciation.
Ron Oakley, WGP: Sister Glenna and Brother Burton, it is an honour for me to have you
call to order this session of “The Open Circle” Sessions of Grand
Chapter and I wish to thank you very much. Brother Burton, it was
you and Sister Lynne Hatt that got me started on this journey… as
Grand Chaplain… and I thought… me…why me… but now I look
back with great satisfaction and I want to thank you for placing your
trust in me.
Brother Burton, please accept this gift as a token of our appreciation.
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At this time a Solo was rendered by Margaret McCully, Past Grand
Matron, entitled “The King Is Coming”. Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand
Matron, thanked Margaret for singing the song she sang at her
installation and for singing it again this evening. The Bible was
opened informally and the Invocation was given by Lynne Hatt, PGM
INVOCATION
Lynne Hatt, PGM
Let us begin in the spirit of prayer:
Dear God;
As we meet here to rededicate ourselves to the high principals of our
Order, let us remember that we don‟t have to live up to the standards
of others but to those of our own conscience. The virtues of honesty
and integrity are firmly implanted in our inner most being. We can
walk uprightly when we place them at the top of our agenda.
Please bless the causes of our Order. May we take pride that we can
be of service to each other and to our communities. By doing our full
share may we lighten the burden of world despair.
Let us remember to take our work seriously as well as our play, for it
is in our social times that fraternal friendships are gained. Please keep
our faith in ourselves and our fellow man strong, for it is through faith
in thy unfailing presence that we gain the strength and fortitude to
“move mountains.”
We ask thy special blessings upon the Worthy Grand Matron and
Worthy Grand Patron, may thy grace and guidance be with them as
they attend to the successful operation of this Grand Chapter.
May your wisdom be with us in the days that follow. And, we pray
that each of us may contribute our small part of love, understanding
and compassion toward peace and goodwill.
Amen.
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WELCOME
Sherry Mitton, WGM
Worthy Grand Patron, Worthy Grand Esther, Most Worshipful the
Grand Master, Distinguished and Honoured Guests, Sisters and
Brothers:
It is an honour and a pleasure to welcome you to the Informal
Opening of “The Open Circle” 81st Annual Session of the Grand
Chapter of New Brunswick, Order of the Eastern Star.
To our own members, you gave me many memorable moments this
past year. Now it my turn to return the kindness you have shown me. I
hope you enjoy these, your sessions.
To the members of other Grand Jurisdictions, welcome to New
Brunswick and thank you for taking the time to be with us. I hope
your stay with us is an enjoyable one.
To our invited guests, welcome and thank you for taking the time to
be with us this evening. I hope you get a sense of the wonderful
fellowship our members share.
Ron Oakley, WGP
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Esther, Most Worshipful the
Grand Master, Distinguished and Honoured Guests, Sisters and
Brothers:
It is indeed a pleasure to welcome each of you to the Informal
Opening of “The Open Circle” Grand Chapter Sessions. I especially
want to thank our honoured guests for taking the time from their busy
schedules to be with us this evening. Thank you.
Sister Sherry, WGM explained the use of the gavel – to stand
and/or sit those assembled
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PRESENTATION OF FLAGS
CANADIAN FLAG
Presented by DeWitt Lister, P.G.P
Assembly sang “O Canada”
Tribute was given by Ann Lister, PGM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests,
Sisters and Brothers.
To pay tribute to the flag of one`s country is indeed an honour, and I
thank you Worthy Grand Matron for the privilege.
According to many historians, the Maple Leaf was recognized as a
Canadian symbol as early as 1700. It has been used from the early
days of Canada to symbolize a land and its people.
The name of Dr. George Stanley is well known in the story of the
evolution of a new Canadian flag. His design combined with input
from other eminent Canadians was based on a strong sense of
Canadian history. This unique flag, fondly known as `The Maple
Leaf` with its eleven pointed red maple leaf centered on a white
square and bounded on both sides by red bars made its debut in
Ottawa on Parliament Hill on February 15, 1965, when it was
proclaimed the flag which would represent our country. On that
momentous day, the following words were spoken: `This flag is the
symbol of a Nation`s unity, for it, beyond any doubt, represents all the
citizens of Canada without distinction of race, language, belief or
opinion`.
And so, we salute our flag which symbolizes the people of our nation,
their hopes and aspirations, their struggles and sacrifices, and their
many accomplishments, with gratitude for the past, appreciation of the
present, and hope for the future.
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UNION JACK
Presented by Bob King, PGP
Assembly sang “God save the Queen”
Tribute was given by Linda Cogswell, PGM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters, Brothers and Guests.
Tonight I am honoured to pay tribute to the Union Jack, The Flag that
has symbolized peace and freedom for so many.
The British Union Flag commonly known as the Union Jack is the
flag of the United Kingdom that was formed in 1801 when the Irish
Parliament joined Westminster. The Cross of St. Patrick was imposed
on the existing Union Flag which had been created a few years after
the union of the Crowns of England and Scotland in 1603.
The Union Jack combines three crosses, the Cross of Saint George of
England, the Saint Andrew Cross of Scotland and the Saint Patrick
Cross of Ireland.
It seems only fitting that in our Grand Chapter the Union Jack is
placed beside our own Maple Leaf Flag, symbolizing the ties of our
two great Countries joined in mutual trust and friendship.
Thank you Worthy Grand Matron for the honour and privilege of
paying tribute to the Union Jack.
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UNITED STATES FLAG
Presented by Edwin DeWitt, Past Grand Patron of Maine
Assembly sang “The Star Bangled Banner”
Tribute was given by Judith A. Wilkie, PGM of Maine
It is an honor and a privilege for me to pay tribute to the flag of the
United States of America. This banner of red, white and blue is simple
in design, yet elegant in symbolism.
The symbolism of the American flag has been stated in many
differing terms. Most will agree that the white stars, on the canton of
blue symbolizes the stars in the night sky and the stripes represent the
rays of light from the sun. The unique way the flag is folded in
triangular fashion, folding the stripes into the star-filled blue field is
representative of the light of day fading into night. In the morning
when the flag is again unfurled to the breeze represents the hope of a
new dawn. When the flag is completely folded the triangle shape
reminds us of the 3 cornered hats worn by the patriots who founded
our nation and the stars showing upright reminds us of Our
dependence on divine power and our national motto "In God We
Trust." The colors, taken from the vertical stripes of the Great Seal of
the United States, are White, signifying innocence and purity, Red,
signifies valor and hardiness, and Blue, for vigilance, perseverance &
justice, are representative of the virtues of our citizens.
This is the banner we rally around during time of national triumph and
national tragedy. It is this banner that was waved when we put men on
the moon and when our Olympic athletes took their place on the
podium of victory. And it is this banner that we as a nation rally
around today in our time of trouble since the cowardly terrorist attacks
on our nation and it's citizens. At this time our flag shouts to the world
that we are a peace-loving people who have the courage and resolve to
defeat the enemies of freedom wherever they try to hide. The recent
display of patriotism is something that has not been seen since the end
of World War II and speaks well of the character of our nation.
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PROVINCIAL FLAG
Presented by Philip Belyea, Past Patron (3)
CHRISTIAN FLAG
Presented by Colin Allen, Past Patron (11)
EASTERN STAR FLAG
Presented by Laurie Bishop, Past Patron (37)
Tribute was given by Norma Jean Belyea, PGM - NB:
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, All Distinguished
Guests, Sisters, Brothers and friends:
It is indeed a privilege to pay tribute to our New Brunswick, Christian
and Eastern Star Flags. These three flags are symbols of our heritage,
our belief in God and our obligations to the principles of our Order.
And they are each one, very definitive in colours which teach their
own individual lessons to us.
In 1784 the Loyalists who came to this area, together with their
friends in England, were instrumental in the formation of this
province. The seal granted to this new territory represented a
smoothly sailing ship. And shipbuilding became a wonderful industry
in the province, with thousands of ships being constructed, all sailing
the seas with grace, speed and reliability. So the New Brunswick Flag
is dominated by a sailing ship together with the British lion. The
colours are symbolic of our many and varied blue waters, our blood
loyalty to the Crown, and the golden resources of our lands.
The Christian Flag is a banner of peace, a symbol of all that is good
and true. Under it there is no race prejudice, no choice of
denomination or creed. It reminds us of our allegiance to God and the
challenge to keep faith in all mankind. Its colours of white represent
Purity and Peace, the field of blue symbolizes Fidelity and Truth, and
its cross of red is the universal emblem of Christian sacrifice.
The Eastern Star Flag carries the five pointed star, the symbol of our
five degrees in this fraternal organization that has for its foundation
the teachings of the Bible. The colour blue teaches the lesson of
Fidelity, the colour yellow teaches the lesson of Constancy, the white
colour teaches the lesson of Loyalty, the colour of green teaches the
lesson of Faith, and lastly, the colour red teaches the lesson of Love.
And all together they remind us of our dedication to Charity, Truth
and Loving Kindness.
Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron, I thank you for the
honour of paying tribute to these flags.
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INTRODUCTION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS
The Appointed General Grand Chapter Officer was escorted west of
the Altar for Introduction.
Margaret A. Clarke, Worthy Grand Esther, Past Grand Matron of
Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
Sherry Mitton, WGM
It is an honour for me to welcome you to the Open Circle Grand
Chapter Session. Thank you for travelling so many miles to be with us
and we hope you enjoy your time here in New Brunswick.
Remember the best way to have the last word is to apologize
The Appointed General Grand Chapter Officer was conducted to the
East and given Grand Honours.
GREETINGS FROM HONOURED GUESTS
Sherry Mitton, WGM
It is a pleasure to welcome our honoured guests this evening to our
Informal Opening. Thank you for spending time with us this evening
Due to a previous commitment, The Honourable Graydon Nicholas,
Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick was unable to be with us
Ron Oakley, WGP
Again this year we are pleased to have a representative of the
Province of New Brunswick. It is my pleasure to introduce Troy
Lifford, MLA for Fredericton - Nashwaaksis in his place this evening
representing the Province of New Brunswick. Welcome to the
Informal Opening of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick. May we
hear from you at this time?
Troy Lifford
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, distinguished Guests an
honourees
It is a pleasure to be here this evening with the Grand Chapter of New
Brunswick, Order of the Eastern Star to mark the beginning of your
81st annual sessions, The Open Circle.
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As MLA representing Fredericton-Nashwaaksis, it is an honour to
bring you greetings and best wishes on behalf of Premier David
Alward and the government of New Brunswick. This is one of the
most enjoyable parts of public service, having the opportunity to share
and participate in special events such as these.
I understand there are visitors to our province in attendance today. I
hope that you are able to enjoy some of what our province has to offer
and that you enjoy your stay.
I would like to thank you – members of the Order of the Eastern Star-
and specifically the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick for the work
that you do in our local communities. Thousands of dollars are raised
annually by your members to benefit numerous projects around the
province. The Order of the Eastern Star is dedicated to Charity, Truth
and Loving Kindness. I can`t think of more important values. The
work you do to create lasting friendships and bonds is very admirable.
I have enjoyed your ceremony and I look forward to the rest of this
evening`s opening celebrations. This is an opportunity to meet
dedicated and engaging New Brunswickers. Your organization
exemplifies what New Brunswick is about – a commitment to
community and to your fellow citizens.
I wish you the very best as you begin your 81st annual sessions and
thank you for the tremendous work you do for our province.
Ron Oakley, WGP
We are pleased to have Brother Peter Whittaker, the Most Worshipful
the Grand Master of the Ancient and Honourable Fraternity of Free
and Accepted Masons of New Brunswick with us this evening.
Brother Peter, would you bring greetings at this time.
Most Worshipful Grand Master, Peter Whittaker
Grand Lodge of New Brunswick
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Officers, Brothers and
Sisters of this Grand Chapter
I bring you the warm fraternal; greetings of the grand Lodge of the
Ancient and Honourable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons of
New Brunswick.
We wish you all best wishes in your Chapter Proceedings. It is
interesting looking out at the people gathered here, the Brothers and
Sisters – obviously we all get a great enjoyment out of the workings
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of the Star. There is a lot of smiling faces. Coming in tonight there
was a lot of warm hand grasps and it is interesting since I became
Grand Master in May and began travelling. My wife and I, since the
middle of May, have been to New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Quebec,
Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Vermont, and next week we
are going to Ontario. A lot of miles. But what is interesting at the
Grand Lodge Sessions, I find that the Brethren there and their wives
invariably change the conversation to the Star - it‟s interesting. The
Eastern Star of course is the Sister organization to the Mason for those
in the audience who are not aware, all the brethren of Star are also
Masons. And the Star members are related to the Mason through
marriage or a daughter or a granddaughter of a Mason. We are tied
very tightly together. The work that the Star does is recognized in all
communities. I have been 40 years a Mason and probably only about
5 years as a Star member. But Brothers and Sisters, your
communities recognize you for the work you do. Also the Masons are
grateful for the assistance which comes back through the Masonic
order though the assistance in upkeep of our lodges.
Thank you very much Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand
Patron for inviting me here this evening and to bring greetings of the
Grand Lodge of New Brunswick and I wish you all the best in your
proceedings.
Sherry Mitton, WGM
I would like to introduce Marilyn Hutchinson, Queen of Nereides
Temple #78, Daughters of the Nile. As well we are pleased to call
Sister Marilyn as one of ours. We are pleased to welcome you to
“The Open Circle” Sessions. Sister Marilyn, may we hear from you
at this time.
Marilyn Hutchinson, Queen of Neredies Temple #78
Daughters of the Nile
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests,
Sisters, Brothers and Visitors;
I am honoured to bring greetings from the Ladies of Nereides Temple
No.78, Daughters of the Nile. We extend kind wishes for success
during the eighty-first annual sessions of this Grand Chapter. The
good work done by the Order of the Eastern Star is evident by the
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many scholarships awarded and by the charities supported throughout
the years.
The Daughters of the Nile is a fraternal organization which benefits
others also. Our charitable support goes to the Shrine Hospitals for
Children. To date we have contributed over three million dollars to
the Canadian Shrine Hospital which is located in Montreal. Our aim
is working together for the children”.
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry and Worthy Grand Patron,
Brother Ron, it is our hope that “The Open Circle” Session will be
filled with joy and happy memories for you and your Grand Officers.
We wish you all the best as you complete a pleasant year.
Thank you for the invitation to represent Daughters of the Nile at
these sessions.
Sherry Mitton, WGM
We are pleased to have Sereana Simpson, Worthy Assistant Advisor
representing the International Order of Rainbow for Girls. May we
hear from you at this time?
Sereana Simpson, Worthy Advisor Assistant
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Brothers and Sisters,
Family and Friends
I have been in Rainbow for 2 years and my current position is Worthy
Assistant Advisor. I love Rainbow because when I am going on trips
for fun or working at fundraisers, I am always making friends which
make everything fun to do. I also love that when we go on road trips
we see girls from all over the world and they are all really awesome. I
like that this year I got selected to do major ritual work at our Grand
Assembly. I bring greetings from our Grand Worthy Advisor and our
Supreme Deputy and I invite you to our Supreme Assembly August 4-
6, 2011. I would like to thank the Eastern Star for their support of
Rainbow and hope that you continue supporting us. I wish you and
your officers on their upcoming year and that it is a good one. Thank
you for all courtesies extended to me.
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Brother Ron Oakley, WGP
This evening we have representatives from the Order of DeMolay
with us, Brett Smith, Jurisdictional Master Councillor, Philip Drader
Coronation Chapter, and Brother Bill Millett, Executive Officer. We
are pleased to have you with us this evening and thank you for
coming. At this time, may we hear from you?
Brett Smith, Jurisdictional Master Councillor
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron Distinguished East,
members and guests - good evening.
My name is Brett Smith and I am the Jurisdictional Master Councilor
of DeMolay Atlantic Provinces. I am here this evening to bring you
greetings on behalf of all our members of Atlantic Provinces
DeMolay and tell you a bit about what we have done and what we are
going to do. DeMolay is important to the young men that are
involved. It teaches leadership skills, how to be good public speakers,
and how to manage money, to name just a couple of things.
We have been involved in several fundraisers, many of them are
serving at banquets for the Masons, and others are: pancake
breakfasts, parking cars at the Atlantic National car show, as well as
manning the BBQ pit.
We have, and continue to help with the Scottish Rite fundraisers for
their new learning center for children with dyslexia.
In the last year we have initiated 24 new members into the order, and
we have active chapters in Riverview New Brunswick, Windsor Nova
Scotia and Kensington PEI. We have lots of young men interested in
several areas of the Atlantic Provinces.
We are holding our 8th annual Convention this year at Crandall
University in Moncton. It is from Friday to Sunday July 22nd
- 24th
with attendees from all of Atlantic Provinces, Maine, Connecticut and
Massachusetts.
The support we receive from the many Masonic bodies is greatly
appreciated by all of our members. We invite you to attend our
banquet and ceremony on Saturday night July 23rd
; I know you will be
impressed with our work. Please contact Dad Millett to get your
tickets.
On behalf of Atlantic Provinces DeMolay, I would again like to thank
you for your support and for inviting me to speak at your Grand
Chapter sessions. Thank you.
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The response to these greetings was given by Brenda Saunders, PGM
Brenda Saunders, PGM:
WGM, WGP, Distinguished East, Sisters & Brothers:
WGM, Sis. Sherry and WGP, Brother Ron – Thank you for affording
me the opportunity to give the response to the greetings from our
Honoured Guests.
We thank Troy Lifford, MLA for Fredericton-Nashwaaksis, for taking
time from his busy schedule to share his welcome with us. It is
always good to know that our Province is being looked after by our
elected officials whenever needed and I do thank you most sincerely
for taking the time to learn a little bit about our organization before
you came and I trust you have enjoyed what you have witnessed here
this evening.
Although we have no representative from the City of Fredericton, I
would like to acknowledge the fact that we are here once again in the
Capital of our Province and we trust that our guests from near and far
will have the opportunity to visit and partake of the culture of
Fredericton.
Most Worshipful the Grand Master, Peter Whittaker, we are so
pleased to receive your words of welcome. I am sure that the Brothers
are very proud this evening with your presence. Our two
organizations are closely tied and wouldn‟t it be wonderful if, in the
near future, we could say that every Mason in the Province of New
Brunswick either belonged to the Order of the Eastern Star or had a
member of their household that did!!
Thank you Marilyn Hutchinson, Queen of Nereides Temple, for being
with us. The work that you do as Daughters of the Nile along with the
Shrine, to help make the lives better for those who are suffering from
debilitating injuries, diseases and serious burns is commendable and
we wish you continued success in your efforts.
The youth of today will be the leaders of tomorrow. We need to
encourage them to become members of the Masonic Order and the
Order of the Eastern Star. Thank you to Sereana Simpson, Worthy
Associate Advisor, and Brett Smith, Jurisdictional, Master Councillor,
Order of the DeMolay, for being with us tonight to share your
welcomes. May you be successful in all your endeavours for the
future.
WGM, Sister Sherry and WGP Brother Ron, once again thank you for
this honour.
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SPECIAL PROJECT PRESENTATION
Sherry Mitton, WGM
This year my Special project was Autism Service Dogs. From the
sale of my “Robin Pins” and the generosity of the subordinate
chapters, I collected $4072.97 for this cause. I have chosen to have
the money go to the National Service Dogs in Cambridge, Ontario.
Their goal is to raise $30,000 per child/dog team. This $30,000
represents what it will cost National Service Dogs over the ten year
working life of the dog to train, place, provide annual follow-ups, and
school training for the team. There has been more to that that has
been added on. I want to thank everyone who contributed to this.
Ron Oakley, WGP
My Special Project this year was the IWK Hospital Neonatal Unit, in
memory of my granddaughter. It has really overwhelmed me the
response I got from the Sisters and brothers, how much money I could
raise. I had a goal set at $5,000.00 and I did not think I would ever
reach it, but I did. And tonight we have a special person here for the
IWK , a representative I did all my coordinating with. Her name is
Lissa Mallais, at this time I would like Lisa to come forward please.
…. I would like to welcome Lisa to our Grand Session - this lady here
is the one I got in touch with and has helped me greatly but I don‟t
know if you are aware or not we reached our goal and went on
television and presented a cheque and I have a copy of the cheque
here – my goal was to reach $5,000 and with pleasure I presented this
cheque for $5320 on behalf of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick,
Order of the Eastern Star
Lissa Mallais – WGM, WGP- Good evening everyone. Thank you
for having me here tonight – My name is Lissa Mallais, the New
Brunswick Rep for the IWK Foundation – it is with great pleasure that
I am here on behalf of the IWK Foundation to thank WGP Ron
Oakley with the support of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick,
Order of the Eastern Star for your generous donation. Providing
critical care is complicated and very expensive - while government
funding covers most of the IWK operational costs, the IWK would not
be able to function without the support of generous donors across the
Maritimes, like yourselves. Donations like yours support our areas of
greatest needs, which is hard to purchase pieces of critical equipment
without which we would not be able to do what we do, ensure that our
researchers can continue to identify new ways of diagnostic and
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treating illnesses and that special programs are available for patients
and their families, providing extra comfort during difficult times.
Everything funded at the IWK Health Centre, including donations
made to our Foundation help Maritime families. As a small token of
our great appreciation, I present you with our 2011 plaque.
Ron Oakley, WGP
Thank you Lissa very much. This here plaque will stay with the
Grand Chapter and for the rest of the Session the cheque will be put
up on the back wall. At this time I would just like to mention one
other thing, when I started this I was given a donation to help raise
funds for my $5,000 – and as it turned out I didn‟t need it. La Mine
D‟or Jewellers Moncton gave me a beautiful necklace but starting
tomorrow and I‟ve already sold some tickets on it, Sister Fonnie Kuhn
has agreed to sell tickets on it $2 each or 3 for $5. All the money
raised from the sale of the necklace is going to go to Lottie L. Kyle –
the reason why I chose that is because all of our grandchildren can
apply for bursaries from the Lottie L. Kyle and they do need the
support. Fill your boots with the tickets, there are 100 books, and
when those are gone, you don‟t get another chance. Thank you very
much.
Marjorie Colton made a presentation to Lloyd Chambers of the
Cancer Society
WELCOMES
Ron Oakley, WGP
I will now call upon the representative from the Fredericton Inn
Jim Jones, Supervisor
Fredericton Inn
Good Evening - Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron
Platform Guests Ladies and Gentlemen
It is my pleasure to once again welcome you to the Fredericton Inn.
On behalf of our owner, Mrs. Mary Waite and our General Manager,
John Waite I want to wish you every success at this 81st Annual
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Session.
We hope you enjoy your stay with us and our staff will work hard
to meet your needs. We look forward to this event each year and
your organizing committee is to be commended for all the planning
that they put into making it a success. Their hard work makes our
job much easier.
In closing, I hope that you return home safely with many fond
memories of this 81st Annual Session. Thank You
Sherry Mitton, WGM
We will now hear from the Worthy Matron of Bathurst Chapter #22,
Sister Peggy Jagoe and the Worthy Matron of Zetland Chapter #26,
Sister Sandra Veneau.
Peggy Jagoe, WM Bathurst #22
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests,
Sisters and Brothers:
As Worthy Matron of Bathurst Chapter #22, home chapter for our
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry Mitton, I have the privilege of
welcoming each of you to the “Open Circle” Session.
A special welcome is extended to all visiting members.
We hope you will extend the hand of fellowship and that you will
renew friendships and make new ones. It is our hope to spread peace,
love and harmony for our wonderful order.
Sister Sherry and Brother Ron, the members of Bathurst Chapter #22,
wish you much success as you lead us in the business of our sessions
over your final three days as Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy
Grand Patron and for a rewarding and successful conclusion to your
year.
I thank you for the privilege of allowing me to bring these greetings
from your home chapter.
Peggy Jagoe, WM
Bathurst Chapter #22
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Sandra Veneau, WM Zetland #26
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers, and Guests.
It is my privilege to bring greetings as the Worthy Matron of Zetland,
the home of our Worthy Grand Patron, Brother Ron.
Ron we know that you have put many miles on travelling our
beautiful province and also those extra trips out of the Province.
You have made us very proud of your work this year as we knew you
would. We wish you success as you preside with Sister Sherry at your
Open Circle Sessions.
As part of the host chapter we hope you are enjoying yourself and if
you need anything please contact a member of Zetland and we will try
to assist you.
Thank You Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron for
allowing me to bring Greetings from Zetland Chapter #26.
Sister. Sandra Veneau,
Worthy Matron of Zetland Chapter #26
Sherry Mitton, WGM
I would ask the co-chairs of this year‟s Committee on General
Arrangements to come forward – Sister Betty Danks, PGM, Sister
Audrey Sypher, PGM, and Sister Donna McEwen, PGM. I am so
pleased these sisters agreed to be on this committee. It helped to be
able to go to them with my concerns and many questions and have
them offer their advice and guide me along the way. I believe Sister
Betty Danks is the spokesperson this evening, may we hear from you
at this time.
Betty Danks, PGM
Conveners
WGM, WGP, Distinguished guests, sisters, Brothers and Friends
A warm welcome to the Open Circle 2011 Grand Chapter Session.
We trust that in the next few days you will have a pleasant time
renewing old friendships and acquiring new ones.
The different committee members have spent many hours preparing
for these sessions. We thank and appreciate each of you for your
work and efforts.
To the management and staff of the Fredericton Inn who are always so
willing to assist us, we thank you most sincerely for your cooperation.
WGM and WGP it has been a pleasure for Sister Audrey, Sister
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Donna and myself to co-chair the arrangements and we thank you for
this privilege
We wish you a Grand Chapter that will fulfill your fondest dreams.
May the next few days be all that you wished for.
The response to these greetings was given by F Pauline Allan, P.G.M.
F. Pauline Allan, PGM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests,
Sisters and Brothers: It is my privilege, on behalf of the Grand
Jurisdiction of New Brunswick, to recognize the expressive words of
welcome extended to us so kindly, from the Fredericton Inn, the
Hostess Chapters and the General Arrangements Committee.
As we enter the portals of this Fredericton Inn - again - for our Annual
Grand Chapter Session, it seems that - in some measure - we are
returning home each year. We appreciate the countless courtesies of
the Management, Mr. Jim Jones - Supervisor and the Staff and we
look forward to the next few days in this inviting and familiar
atmosphere. We thank you for your gracious welcome expressed in
your words and in your actions.
To the Hostess Chapters, Bathurst No.22 and Zetland No. 26:
Preparation for this Grand Chapter Session has required much
foresight, ingenuity and time to execute the numerous details that only
you can know, but which we fully appreciate - thank you sincerely for
the myriad of things you have done in our interest. To the General
Arrangements Committee: Past Grand Matrons Sisters Betty Danks,
Donna McEwen and Audrey Sypher: to you we express our genuine
thanks. You deserve - and have- our accolades on the preparations you
have made for our comfort and enjoyment during this Open Circle
Session. You have embraced us with a sense of an all-encompassing
Welcome.
Thank you WGM Sister Sherry and WGP Brother Ron for the honour
of responding to these courteous words of welcome. May the
accomplishments of this, your OPEN CIRCLE SESSION become the
realization of all your aspirations.
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DISTINGUISHED GUESTS (continued)
Sherry Mitton, WGM
It is time for us to continue with the introductions of our own
distinguished guests. Honoured Guests, you are welcome to remain
and share the rest of the evening with us. If you have to leave, please
go with our best wishes. Thank you for taking the time to be with us;
we appreciated it.
The Grand Marshals escorted them from the Grand Chapter Room.
The General Grand Chapter Committee Members were escorted west
of the Altar for proper introduction.
Ron Oakley, WGP
What a beautiful sight! We are pleased to welcome each of you to
“The Open Circle” Session. Your appointment confirms your
dedication to our Order. Hopefully you are enjoying your appointment
and making many lasting friendships. A special welcome to our own
General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Sister Marjorie Colton,
Brother Graham Vincent, Sister Donna Allen, Brother Ronald Jagoe
and Sister Debbie Hill.
Remember – Swallowing angry words is much better than having to
eat them.
The response was given by Ron Jagoe, Member of the International
Headquarters Committee of the General Grand Chapter.
Ron Jagoe, GGCCM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests,
Sisters and Brothers:
It gives me great pleasure to give the response to the generous
greetings of welcome extended to us on behalf of the General Grand
Chapter Committee Members.
We bring greetings from the Most Worthy Grand Matron, Sister
Rennie Often, and Acting Most Worthy Grand Patron, John Grobler.
Sister Sherry, WGM and Brother Ron, WGP, we congratulate you on
a job well done and all the memories you have to reflect on for the
years to come.
We wish you all the best for your sessions as you preside over the
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upcoming business of this Grand Chapter.
I thank you for this honour of responding to your warm welcome.
The General Grand Chapter Committee Members were escorted to
the East and extended the Grand Honours.
The Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons of Other
Grand Jurisdictions were presented west of the Altar for proper
introduction.
Sherry Mitton, WGM:
Good evening and welcome to “The Open Circle” Session. I see some
new Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons along with
those who have almost completed their journey. It is my hope that
your year is as rewarding as mine has been. Enjoy your stay with us.
Remember – Men are like fish. Neither would get into trouble if they
kept their mouth shut.
The response was given by Shelley Gullett, Worthy Grand Matron of
New Hampshire.
Shelley Gullett, WGM of New Hampshire
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter
Officers, General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand
Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, Sisters, Brothers and Friends
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand Patron, Brother
Ron, thank you for the honor and privilege of responding for the
Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons.
Sister Sherry and Brother Ron, we hope your year has been all that
you had hoped for and now you are about to complete your circle.
There are still a few of the Star Charters left in the wings waiting to
join you at the end of the line.
We wish you a smooth and successful session as you lead New
Brunswick Grand Chapter this weekend.
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The Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons of other
Grand Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and were extended the
Grand Honours
The Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick
were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.
Ron Oakley, WGP
It is my pleasure to welcome you this evening to our Informal
Opening. We are grateful for your guidance and wisdom concerning
our Eastern Star business. Your support and assistance is certainly
appreciated.
Remember – Real friends are those who, when you‟ve made a fool of
yourself, don‟t think you‟ve done a permanent job.
The response was given by Brenda I. Taylor, Past Grand Matron.
Sister Brenda I. Taylor, PGM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished
East, Sisters and Brothers
Thank you Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron for your
most gracious Welcome. We are pleased to be here as you open your
OPEN CIRCLE Session, and offer our hearty congratulations on a
successful year of service.
We wish for you a Grand Chapter Session filled with harmony and
fellowship, and when you have sounded the last gavel of authority, we
sincerely extend an invitation to you to join our ranks, as you continue
to support and serve our great Order.
In the Garden of God's Blessing,
There are flowers sweet and fair,
and among them bright with beauty
Is the friendship that we share.
Thank you Worthy Grand Matron, for this wonderful privilege.
The Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick
were escorted to the East and were extended the Grand Honours.
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The Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of other Grand
Jurisdictions were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.
Sherry Mitton, WGM
We are very pleased to welcome you to “The Open Circle” Grand
Chapter Sessions. Enjoy your time with us. To the “new kids in the
group”, in a few days Brother Ron and I will gladly join you at the
back of the bus.
Remember – the company you keep will determine the trouble you
meet.
The response was given by John H. Coombs, Past Grand Patron of
Maine.
John H. Coombs, PGP of Maine
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry and Worthy Grand Patron
Brother Ron, Thank you for the honour of responding on behalf of the
Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of other jurisdictions.
Sister Sherry, you have been a Grand Nurse for many years and I
always asked you when you were going to run, and you did, and look
at you now. Brother Ron - I always saw the good things you did and
knew you would make a good Worthy Grand Patron. I want to
welcome you both to the end of the line.
On behalf of the Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons, we
thank you for the warm words of welcome and we thank you from the
State of Maine for the privilege of giving this response‟
The Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of other Grand
Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and extended the Grand
Honours
The Elected Grand Officers of Other Grand Jurisdictions were
presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.
Ron Oakley, WGP
Welcome to our Grand Chapter Sessions. You are the chosen leaders
in your respective jurisdiction. Congratulations. Thank you for being
with us; enjoy your time in our great province.
Remember – the secret of achievement is to not let what you‟re doing
get to you before you get to it.
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The response was given by Gord Young, Associate Grand Patron of
Quebec.
Gord Young, AGP of Quebec
Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron,
It is a pleasure and a privilege to be here in New Brunswick to attend
this "The Open Circle" Session.
On behalf of the Elected Grand Chapter Officers of Other Grand
Jurisdictions we congratulate you on a very successful year. We also
thank you for your warm welcome and hospitality and we wish you a
continued happy and harmonious term of office. Cherished thoughts
will always be in our hearts within this jurisdiction and I thank you
again for this opportunity of welcoming the Elected Grand Officers.
The Elected Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions escorted to
the East and were given a Hearty Welcome
The Appointed Grand Officers of Other Grand Jurisdictions were
presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.
Sherry Mitton, WGM
It is a pleasure to welcome you to “The Open Circle” Sessions.
Congratulations on your appointment. I hope you have a year of fun-
filled memories. Thank you for being with us this evening.
Remember – the heart is happiest when it beats for others.
The response was given Peg Lipskey, Grand Esther of Nova Scotia
and Prince Edward Island.
Peg Lipskey, Grand Esther of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward
Island.
Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers
Worthy Grand Matron Sister Sherry and Worthy Grand Patron
Brother Ron, it is indeed a pleasure to be able to give the response to
your warm welcome. It is our privilege and pleasure to serve in our
appointments throughout our Grand Jurisdictions. We congratulate
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you on a most successful year and continued success in your Open
Circle Session. In the words of Mother Teresa "Kind words can be
short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless." Thank
you for this honour.
The Appointed Grand Officers of Other Grand Jurisdictions were
escorted to the East and were extended a Hearty Welcome.
The Grand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in New
Brunswick were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.
Ron Oakley, WGP What a pleasure to welcome you to “The Open Circle” Session. It was
an honour for Sister Sherry and I to select so many Grand
Representatives this year. The traveling you do and the friends you
make along the way are so special. We wish you safe travels and
many happy memories.
Remember – the secret of contentment is the realization that life is a
gift not a right.
The response was given by Diane Manning, Grand Representative of
New Hampshire in New Brunswick.
Diane Manning, Grand Representative of New Hampshire in New
Brunswick.
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter
Officers, General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Distinguished
East, Sisters and Brothers:
It is an honour for me to respond to the welcome to the Grand
Representatives of other Grand Jurisdictions in New Brunswick. I'm
sure I speak for each Grand Representative assembled here when I say
how privileged we are to receive a commission and that this is one of
the most gratifying aspects of membership in the Order of the Eastern
Star.
Thank you Worthy Grand Matron for the opportunity to share
information about our province with counterparts of other provinces
and states and for the benefits this gives us. We thank you for your
warm welcome and wish you every success in your "The Open
Circle" session.
Thank you Worthy Grand Matron for giving me this opportunity to
respond to the welcome to the Grand Representatives. Until we meet
again.
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The Grand Representatives of other Jurisdictions in New Brunswick
were escorted to the East and extended the Grand Honours
The Grand Representatives of New Brunswick in Other Grand
Jurisdictions were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.
Sherry Mitton, WGM.
It is a pleasure to welcome you here this evening. You represent our
province in your Grand Jurisdiction. Hopefully you will enjoy your
stay with us and make new friends during your time with us.
Remember – the grass may look greener on the other side, but it still
has to be mowed.
The response was given by Elsie Tabor, Grand Representative of New
Brunswick in Colorado.
Elsie Tabor, Grand Representative of New Brunswick in
Colorado.
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests,
Sisters and Brothers.
Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for asking me to respond, on
behalf of the Colorado Grand Representatives and other jurisdictions.
I would like to express our appreciation for the warm welcome we
received the hospitality, and the opportunity to be here at the Grand
Chapter Session. We are thrilled to be here and wish you a splendid
"Open Circle” Grand Chapter Session, and no snow. Thank you
The Grand Representatives of New Brunswick in Other Grand
Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and extended the Grand
Honours.
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The Grand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in Other
Grand Jurisdictions were presented west of the Altar for proper
introduction.
Ron Oakley, WGP It is a pleasure to welcome you our Sessions and to our beautiful
province. Enjoy your stay with us. Hopefully you will return home
with many fond memories of your visit
Remember – A minute of thought is worth more than an hour of talk.
The Grand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in Other
Grand Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and extended the
Grand Honours
The District Deputy Grand Matrons, Deputy Grand Matrons and
Others of New Brunswick and Other Grand Jurisdictions were
presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.
Ron Oakley, WGP It is a pleasure to have you with us this evening. Each of you must be
very proud of your appointment. It confirms the confidence the
Worthy Grand Matron has in your abilities to carry out the duties and
responsibilities of that office. To our own District Deputies, we are
very proud of you. Thank you for being with us and enjoy the
Sessions.
Remember – the best way to be successful is to follow the advice you
give to others.
The response was given by Brenda McGibbon, DDGM.
Brenda McGibbon, District Deputy Grand Matron
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand Patron, Brother
Ron, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers
It is an honour for me to be chosen to make this response on behalf of
the District Deputy Grand Matrons and to thank you on their behalf
for the pleasure of serving in this capacity this past year. We have
travelled many miles together and as well as instructing others, we
have learned ourselves. On visiting other Chapter rooms we have been
vey warmly welcomed and always made to feel at home whether in
our own province or other jurisdiction. We hope that your "Open
Circle" Grand Chapter sessions are all that you wish them to be.
Thank you.
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The District Deputy Grand Matrons, Deputy Grand Matrons and
Others of New Brunswick and Other Grand Jurisdictions were
escorted to the East and given a Hearty Welcome.
The Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2011-2012 were
presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.
Sherry Mitton, WGM
It is a pleasure to welcome you to “The Open Circle” Sessions. I was
able to attend some of the installations this year. Our best wishes to
you and your chapters for a successful year.
Remember – You cannot win if you don‟t begin.
I would ask you to turn and face the West for greetings from our
Associate Grand Matron, Sister Mildred and Worthy Grand Patron,
Brother Allan.
Address of Mildred Homer, AGM and Allan Gillis, AGP.
Mildred Homer, AGM
Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron, G.G.C.C. Members,
Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons, Distinguished East,
Sister and Brothers.
It is a great honour and privilege to welcome you the Worthy Matrons
and Worthy Patrons of 2011 – 2012 to the “Open Circle Sessions” of
your Grand Chapter.
Many of you have been in this office before; there are some of you for
the first time. How wonderful is that I thank you for your dedication
to this beautiful order and congratulate you on your election to this
high office within your Chapter. I was able to attend many of your
installation and look forward to visiting your Chapter in the coming
months accompanied by some of our Grand Family. Enjoy your year
and most of all have some FUN.
Worthy Grand Matron Sister Sherry and Worthy Grand Patron
Brother Ron thank you for the honour of Welcoming the Worthy
Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2011 – 2012.
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Allan Gillis, AGP
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter
Officers, General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand
Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, Distinguished guests, sister and brothers
It is a pleasure to welcome you the Worthy Matron and Worthy
Patrons of 2011 - 2012. I thank you for your dedication to the Order
of Eastern Star and your chapter by serving as Worthy Matron and
Worthy Parton.
Enjoy these Grand chapter sessions, and I look forward to working
with you in the coming year.
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron I thank you for the
Honour of welcoming the Worthy Matron and Worthy Patron of
2011-2012.
The response was given by Heather McKinley, Worthy Matron of
Winston Churchill Chapter No. 19 and Allen Hatt, WP of Granite
Chapter #15.
Heather McKinley, Worthy Matron
Winston Churchill Chapter #19
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sister and Brothers.
As Worthy Matron of Winston Churchill #19, Riverside-Albert, and
on behalf of the Worthy Matrons of 2011-2012, I would like to thank
you for the kind words and warm welcome extended to us. Thank
you for allowing me the honour to respond to your welcome and may
you have a wonderful week ahead!
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Allan Hatt, Worthy Patron of Granite Chapter #15.
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers
I want to thank you Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron
for the honour bestowed upon me and Granite Chapter #15 in
responding to the welcome for the Worthy Matrons and Worthy
Patrons of 2011-2012.
Sister Mildred and Brother Allan, we look forward to the next Grand
Chapter year and are happy to be serving under your leadership.
We will all be waiting for the train to stop at our respective stations
And be watching for the penguins to disembark!
Best wishes to you both for a successful and harmonious year.
The Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2011-2012 were escorted
to the East and given a Hearty Welcome.
The Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2010-2011 were
presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.
Sherry Mitton, WGM
It is indeed a pleasure to welcome each of you to these sessions. On
our visits this past year you were so welcoming. I thank you again for
your wonderful hospitality and for all the courtesies extended to us
and the Grand Family. You made this year a memorable one for me.
Ron Oakley, WGP
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you. I hope you feel as
comfortable at this Grand Session as you made me feel when we
made our visits to your Chapters. Thank you for all the courtesies
extended to our Grand Family.
Remember – The most valuable gift you can give another is a good
example.
The response will be given by Janice Allen, PM (11) and Robert
McInnes, PP (33)
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Janice Allen, PM (11)
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers and visitors.
I am pleased and honoured to have been chosen to speak on behalf of
the Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2010 - 2011.
It has been a wonderful year for all of us and we so much appreciate
all the support from all chapters and jurisdictions we have visited.
Best wishes Sister Sherry and Brother Ron as you preside over your
session. May it be all you dreamed.
Thank you Worthy Grand Matron for the opportunity to speak on
behalf of the Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2010-2011
Robert McInnes, PP (33)
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry, I sincerely thank you for
allowing me this opportunity to respond to your warm welcome to the
Worthy Patrons of 2010 – 2011
On behalf of the Worthy Patrons throughout New Brunswick, who
have served their Chapters during your year, I want you to know how
much we appreciate your visits to our Chapters along with members
of your wonderful Grand Family. The warmth, guidance and support
you brought with you to our Chapters are greatly appreciated.
The Worthy Patrons of 2010 -2011 wish you Worthy Matron Sister
Sherry and Worthy Patron Brother Ron an Open Circle Session filled
with wonderful memories with no beginning and no end.
The Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2010 – 2011 were
escorted to the East and given a Hearty Welcome
The Session Assistants were presented west of Esther’s Station for
proper introduction.
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Ron Oakley, WGP
It is a pleasure to welcome you here this evening. We appreciate your
willingness to share your time and talents with us.
Remember – Kindness is the oil that takes the friction out of life.
The response was given by Marion Logan, PM 33 Grand Nurse
Marion Logan, PM (33), Grand Nurse
W.G.M Sister Sherry, W.G.P. Brother Ron, we, Grand Nurses and
Assistant Grand Officers deem it an honour to be invited to participate
in this Grand Chapter session. Thank you for the warm welcome
which you have extended to us. Each of us will do our part in a
sincere and dignified manner and may our efforts of love and support
be visible in our actions.
I personally thank you, Sister Sherry, for this honor not only for
myself but also my Chapter, Lord Beaverbrook # 33 - Hampton.
The Session Assistants were escorted to the East and given a Hearty
Welcome.
Sherry Mitton, WGM
Sisters and Brothers, the introductions are now completed. Sister Jean
and Sister Nancy thank you for a job well done. Also I want to thank
Sister Ann Morton and her committee for their excellent work lining
up the distinguished guests.
Announcements
- PAGO Breakfast and Business Meeting @ 7:30 in Salons A & B
- Past Grand‟s Luncheon @ 12:15 PM in Salons A & B
- Visit the Magazine Table
The closing ode “Now the Day is Over”, was sung by the assembly.
The Grand Conductress attended at the altar informally.
Grand Marshal proclaimed these sessions called from Labour to Rest
to reconvene on Friday Morning at 8:45 AM SHARP.
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FORMAL OPENING
FRIDAY, JULY 08, 2011
8:45 AM
The Friday morning Sessions were preceded by a Musical Prelude by
the Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, and the Assistant Grand
Organist, Jean Flewelling.
The Grand Choir entered the Grand Chapter Room singing "Come In
Come In And Sit Down".
Following the Formations and Drills, which were narrated by Rose
Scott, PGM. (The formations had been prepared and written by
Jacquie Boutilier, PGM), the Grand Pages and Grand Guards assumed
their Stations.
The formations and Drills consisted of the following:
The Grand Officers formed a tree, followed by a cup then a lyre
The Grand Pages formed an Angel
The Grand Guards formed the Angels wings
The Grand Representatives formed the open circle
The Ribbon Ceremony was conducted under the Leadership of Elaine
MacLean, PGM
Adah Donna Allen, GGCCM
Ruth Debbie Hill, GGCCM
Esther Betty Danks, PGM
Martha Lynne Hatt, PGM
Electa Brenda I Taylor, PGM
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CALL TO ORDER
Donna McEwen, PGM
Graham Vincent, GGCCM
Donna McEwen, PGM
Good morning, sisters and brothers. It is my pleasure to join with my
Worthy Grand Patron Brother Graham in welcoming you to this
formal opening of our 81st Grand Chapter Sessions. An especially
warm welcome to Sister Margaret Clarke, Worthy Grand Esther and
to our visitors from General Grand Chapter and from other Grand
Jurisdictions. We are always happy to see you. We do hope you will
enjoy your time with us and return often.
To our own General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Sister
Marjorie Colton a member on the Cancer Committee, Sister Donna
Allen, Canadian Chair of the Education Committee, Sister Debbie
Hill a member of the Service Dogs Committee, Brother Graham
Vincent on the Credential Committee and Brother Ron Jagoe, a
member of the International Headquarters Committee - you are a
very important part of this Grand Chapter. We are very proud of you.
Congratulations on your appointments and welcome.
Brother Graham, would you like to extend your greetings.
Graham Vincent, GGCCM
Good morning Sisters and Brothers. It is a pleasure to join Sister
Donna in the formal opening of this eighty first annual session of
Grand Chapter. I wish to extend a sincere welcome to all our visiting
Sisters and Brothers and I hope that you have had a good night‟s rest
and are ready to enjoy today‟s proceedings. I also hope that you are
able to attend all of the sessions and take an active interest in the
welfare of our order.
The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron and Grand
Officers were invited to enter the Grand Chapter Room.
The Grand Officers entered the Chapter Room, with the Worthy
Grand Matron, Sister Sherry Mitton, and Worthy Grand Patron, Ron
Oakley, being escorted west of the Altar,
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Donna McEwen, PGM
Worthy Grand Matron Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand Patron Brother
Ron. How delighted I am to welcome the both of you to The Open
Circle Session. We are coming to the end of your year in the East of
this Grand Jurisdiction and you have every right to be proud. Sister
Sherry you have had a great year. You have handled your
responsibilities with confidence and grace. Your motto "Keep a song
in our heart and a smile on your face" has been evident throughout
the year as I don't believe we ever saw you without your smile. It has
been a pleasure working with you and I know you are well prepared
to preside over our business for the next two days.
Worthy Grand Patron Brother Ron.
Your devotion to our Order has been demonstrated many times since
you began this journey. You have served this Order well, working
closely with Sister Sherry and fulfilling all your obligations. And I
think your many angels have been watching over you these past few
months as you adjust to your new limitations.
Sister Sherry, Brother Ron you have fulfilled your aim for the year
"to promote the teachings and values of our Order". Thank you for
the honour of opening this morning with Brother Graham.
Congratulations for a job well done.
Graham Vincent, GGCCM
Good morning Sister Sherry and Brother Ron. I know that you have
travelled near and far throughout your year and now you will be
getting down to completing your year with the business of these
Grand Chapter sessions. I wish you a smooth and successful session.
I congratulate you both on the success of the charities that you have
supported this past year and you have been proud representatives of
our Grand Jurisdiction.
Thank you Sister Sherry for inviting me to assist Sister Donna in
opening this Friday morning The Open Circle session and may God
bless.
The Grand Conductress and Associate Grand Conductress escorted
the Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron to the East,
where they received the Grand Honours.
The Grand Officers assumed their stations.
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Sherry Mitton, WGM:
Thank you Sister Donna and Brother Graham for calling to order this
formal opening of the 81st Annual “The Open Circle” Session of
Grand Chapter. I have known you for many years and value your
friendship. It is a pleasure to be present when both of you are doing
the ritual work; you make it seem so effortless.
Sister Donna, please accept this gift as a token of our friendship
Ron Oakley, WGP
Sister Donna and Brother Graham, thank you for agreeing to open this
formal opening of “The Open Circle” Session of Grand Chapter. I
thank you for being there for both Sister Sherry and I. This year I have
learned how much “behind the scene” work has to be done for Grand
Chapter. Sister Donna, you remind me of a school teacher as you
always seem to have the right answers. Brother Graham, thank you for
your assistance and advice.
Brother Graham, please accept this gift as a token of our appreciation.
Sherry Mitton, WGM
Good morning Sisters and Brothers. Welcome to the formal opening
of our 81st Annual Session. Today we begin the business of our Grand
Chapter. I am pleased you are here to take part in the discussions and
decisions.
Ron Oakley, WGP
Good morning Sisters and Brothers. After a good night‟s sleep
everyone seems refreshed and ready to start the work of Grand
Chapter.
Eleanor Linton, PM, sang "Somebody Bigger Than You and I".
Sherry, Worthy Grand Patron, thanked Eleanor for her lovely Solo.
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PLACING OF THE HOLY BIBLE AND EMBLEMS
Emblem Placing Ceremony
Friday morning
Narrator: Donna Allen, GGCCM
Bible Bearer: John Murray, PGM
Adah: Janet Mallory, PM
Ruth: Pauline Keirstead, PM
Esther: Marcie Munroe, PM
Martha: Shirley Dutcher, PM
Electa: Sylvia Bannister, PM
Narrator - A French author and philosopher said, "The present
contains nothing more than the past and what is found in the effect
was already in the cause." Our past is the present. Many times,
unseen to the naked eye, our growth continues from that which we
sow. We must work constantly for the progress of our Order and
decide where we are going. If you store up enough tomorrows, you
will find that you have collected nothing but a lot of empty yesterdays
- make today worth remembering.
God has given us this day to use as we will. What we do with it is
important because we are exchanging a day of our life for it. When
tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever, leaving in its place
something that we have traded for it. We want it to be a gain, not
loss; good, not evil; success, not failure; in order that we should not
regret the price we paid for it. May we rejoice and make each day
worthwhile. Time is God's precious gift to us – what we do with it is
our gift to God.
What any treasure can do to enlarge the powers of our soul, indicate
its worth, and gives it a right to have a place in our heart. When
someone loves us, we are more loving; when a kindness is shown, we
are kinder; and when courage is brought into action, we are braver.
By their very presence, the virtues of life give of their substance; in
this way, we come into the possession of precious treasures. Our
precious treasures are like jewels - and time dims neither the lustre nor
the brilliance. These jewels are the heroines of our beautiful Order.
(The Star Points went to their station, behind the pedestals)
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Narrator - Based on the Book of Judges, Adah represents the first
point of our central Star. This young daughter had such sublime
reverence for God that she laid down her life for a promise made to
Him. Adah carries the sword and veil as an emblem of Fidelity. She
was true blue to her own convictions of that which was right. Adah's
color portrays the blue of the celestial sky which embraces God's
universe. (Adah placed her emblem) It becomes a jewel when we
liken its beauty to the blue turquoise representing the spring of life.
Ruth is found in the Book of Ruth. She is the second point of our
Star. With love in her heart and a constant devotion to duty and
justice, this faithful widow proved that love does not go unrewarded.
Love sheds its rays as sunlight and brings the reward of growth on all
it touches. Ruth carries the sheaf of wheat, an emblem of plenty. If
we have love and constancy together with patient industry, we, like
Ruth, will reap the golden grains of life's harvest. (Ruth placed her
emblem) The delicate beauty of yellow shines in the topaz, a jewel
which is a symbol denoting constancy and immortality.
The third point of the Star is Esther and her story is covered in the
Book of Esther. She was an orphan Jewess and was chosen to be
Queen of Persia. Esther became a Queen with amazing power because
she thought not of herself, but of others and governed her people with
justice and unselfish loyalty. Esther carries the crown and scepter
united, an emblem of royalty and power. (Esther placed her emblem)
The brilliance of the white diamond makes it worthy of a Queen and
as Esther's jewel it denotes courage and power.
Martha's lecture is from the Book of Matthew and means instructed by
Christ. She takes her place at the fourth point of our Star. Her sisterly
grief did not dim her belief in God; her faith and hope of immortal life
remained steadfast and true. The tiny blades of grass, the evergreen
and the spray of fern proclaim God's message of life everlasting.
Martha carries the broken column, an emblem representing the
uncertainty of human life and a promise that He is always present.
(Martha placed her emblem). The rich green emerald is a jewel which
is symbolic of the love of the Father and denotes hope and
immortality.
Electa joins her sister Star Points as the fifth point of our Star and her
story is found in the Second Epistle of John. The name Electa does
not appear in the Bible. She is referred to as the Elect Lady. Electa
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represents a mother who would die for the right to follow the faith she
had chosen, a faith that taught her to be a disciple of truth and of
sweet charity. With truth to guide us, we will neither falter nor fail as
we walk forward in love. Electa's emblem is the cup, representing the
love, charity and hospitality we should give to those in poverty and
distress. (Electa placed her emblem) The jewel appropriate to Electa
is the red ruby, denoting sacrifice, zeal, love, and passion.
May the Blue ever keep you faithful and true,
To convictions of duty and right;
May the Yellow remind you to ever be just,
And the White on your path shed its light;
May the Green keep you trustful, with faith to believe;
And the Red give you courage and power.
For with these bright rays from our beautiful Star,
Come strength for each day and each hour.
John Murray carries the Bible and places it on the Altar
The Holy Bible, God‟s greatest gift to mankind, has now been
reverently placed upon our Altar, and all is in readiness for the
opening of this Grand Chapter Session.
Let us pray:
Our Loving Father, we thank you for the privilege of assembling here
today. Guide us in our deliberations that we may have a new and
fresh vision of our future possibilities that we might serve as examples
of Charity, Loving Kindness and Truth which emanates from our Star.
Bless our Eastern Star leaders and bless all of their officers that they
may serve in the spirit of Faith, Hope, Love and Peace. We ask these
things, Dear Lord, in Thine Name. Amen.
We are the present, we are what's happening! “This is the day which
the Lord has made; I will rejoice and be glad in it.”
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INVOCATION
By Hazel Harris, PGM
Dear Heavenly Father, we come to you this morning, at the beginning
of our deliberations to ask that You walk with us and guide those who
are making decisions for the good of the Order. We pray that all we
say and do may bring honour and glory to Your name, and strengthen
the Order in this place.
We thank You for all blessings bestowed on us and for the members
of this Grand Family in the dedication of their time and talents
through the year, may they remember their term of office with
happiness in their relation to one another and the friends they have
met.
We remember those who have been called to their eternal rest, grant
comfort to those who mourn. We pray for guidance for those who
will continue the work of our Order. Give them safe travels, good
health and happy hearts. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our
only mediator and advocate. Amen
The Grand Secretary called the Roll of Officers with all being present
The ritualistic opening of the Chapter was carried out, with the
Opening Ode being "This Is The Day", followed by the singing of "O
Canada", "God Save The Queen", and "The Star Spangled Banner".
Presentation of Distinguished Guests Not Previously Presented
Judy Gilliss Grand Representative of Georgia in New
Brunswick
Nancy Ryder Grand Representative of Maine in Mississippi
JoAnne Cameron Worthy Matron, 2011-2012,
Frank H Tingley
Murray McInnis Worthy Patron 2011-2012,
Frank H Tingley
Candace Duplissea Worthy Matron, 2010-2011, Celestial No. 3
Sister Sherry, WGM reported that the money from the Vesper Service
was 622.66 and would go to ESTARL.
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Ron Oakley, Worthy Grand Patron, read Roberts Rules of Order.
The Minutes of the Saturday Evening Sessions, held on Saturday, July
10, 2010, were approved as printed in the Proceedings. Moved by
Doug Swan, PGP, Grand Secretary and seconded by Allan Gillis.
Motion carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Margaret McCully, PGM - Chair
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Sisters and Brothers.
The Unfinished Business Committee is pleased to submit the
following report.
The new directory has been added to the web page. Sister Lynne Hatt
will be reporting on same.
The Constitution and Laws Committee will be submitting a report
regarding the duties and purpose of the Distribution Committee.
The Worthy Grand Matron appointed a committee, namely Sister
Carol Sutherland, PGM, Sister Linda Cogswell, PGM and Sister
Nancy Keirstead, Assoc. Grand Conductress to review the
purpose of the fraternal report. This committee will be reporting
on same.
The revisions to the Worthy Matrons Handbook were completed in
December.
The revisions to the Grand Officers handbook were completed in
December.
The Lottie L. Kyle Committee has reviewed and updated the
guidelines for scholarships.
All other items of business have been completed.
Respectfully submitted.
Robert King, PGP
Marjorie Colton, GGCCM
Margaret B. McCully, PGM, Chair
The report was accepted as read
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APPOINTMENTS TO VACANCIES ON COMMITTEES
On the Audit Committee Sister Brenda Saunders, PGM replaced
Brother Evan Thomas, PGP.
On Eastern Star Journal Sister June Rafuse, PM replaced Sister
Norma Caswell.
The committee to review the Grand Officer‟s Handbook and Worthy
Matron‟s Handbook (July 2004) – I have appointed Sister Mildred
Homer, AGM, Sister Jean Duncan, Gr. Conductress, Brother Allan
Gillis, AGP and Brother Don Williams, Gr. Sentinel to act on this
committee.
Last year Grand Chapter asked to have a committee formed to review
the purpose of the Fraternal Report. I appointed Sister Carol
Sutherland, PGM, Sister Linda Cogswell, PGM and Sister Nancy
Keirstead, AGC to act on this committee.
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INITIAL REPORT OF CREDENTIAL COMMITTEE
Presented by Peggy Jagoe, Worthy Matron, Bathurst Chapter #22,
Grand Officers of New Brunswick Includes 1 Past Grand
Patron
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Most Worthy Grand Matron & Most Worthy Grand Patron 0
Past Most Worthy Grand Matron & Past Most Worthy Grand
Patron
0
Elected General Grand Chapter Officers 0
Appointed General Grand Chapter Officers 1
General Grand Chapter Committee Members and Ambassadors 13
Worthy Grand Matrons & Worthy Grand Patrons
of other Grand Jurisdictions
3
Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick 31
Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of other Grand
Jurisdictions
13
Elected Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 7
Appointed Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 7
General Grand Chapter Special Appointments (Deputies, IGRA
Executive Officers, International Headquarters Administrator) 0
Grand Officers Emeritus 0
Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in New
Brunswick
29
Grand Representative of New Brunswick in other Grand
Jurisdictions
11
Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in other
Grand Jurisdictions
1
Special Appointments of the MWGM &MWGP (Secretaries &
Cardinal Crew)
0
District Deputy Grand Matrons of New Brunswick & Others 4
Voting Members of New Brunswick (Other than those listed
above)
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Members of other grand Jurisdictions (other than those listed
above)
28
New Brunswick Chapters represented 23/23
Grand Jurisdictions represented 21
Total Order of the Eastern Star Members registered 251
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The Grand Secretary read greetings from: the Grand Chapter of Nova
Scotia and Prince Edward Island; Sister Rennie Ofton, RWGM; Sister
Judith and Brother Frank Fenner; Sister Marjorie Morgan; Barbara
Benton, PMWGM and Helen Westmoreland, RWGConductress
NOMINATION OF GRAND OFFICERS
Under the leadership of Brother Ron, Worthy Grand Patron, the
following nominations for Grand Officers was received:
WORTHY GRAND MATRON Mildred Homer of Frank H.
Tingley #5 by JoAnne Cameron,
WM Frank H Tingley No. 5
WORTHY GRAND PATRON Allan Gillis of Devon #37 by
Doris Moore, WM Devon #37
ASSOCIATE GRAND
MATRON
Jean Duncan, of Celestial #3 by
Candace Duplissea, PM Celestial
#3
ASSOCIATE GRAND PATRON Don Williams of Fidelity #36 by
Rose Scott, PGM and PM of
Fidelity No. 36
GRAND SECRETARY Doug Swan, PGP of Victoria #1
by Judy Gilliss, WM Victoria #1
GRAND TREASURER Lynda Williams of Fidelity #36
by Brenda Saunders, PGM and
PM of Fidelity No. 36
GRAND CONDUCTRESS Nancy Keirstead of Winston
Churchill #19 by Pauline
Keirstead, PM of Winston
Churchill No. 19
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ASSOCIATE GRAND
CONDUCTRESS
Lynda Swan of Victoria #1 by
Judy Gillis, WM Victoria #1
Peggy Jagoe of Bathurst #22 by
Hazel Harris, PGM and PM of
Bathurst Chapter No. 22
GRAND SENTINEL Raymond Kraglund, of Lady
Alexander #24 Sandra McIntosh,
WM of Lady Alexander No. 24
Laurie Bishop of Devon # 37, by
Moore, WM of Devon #37
There was an alarm at the magazine table – the winners were Bertha
Cadigan, GGCCM, PGM of Maine, and Shirley MacDonald, PGM of
New Brunswick
Sherry Mitton, WGM
Sister Norma Caswell, our Grand Organist, has composed a
delightful march for Brother Ron and me. There will be copies
for sale with the proceeds going to ESTARL. Could I ask you to
play it at this time? Sister Norma, I thank you for sharing your
musical talent with us
Sister Norma and Sister Jean played the march
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ANNUAL REPORTS:
REPORT OF THE WORTHY GRAND MATRON
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE WORTHY GRAND MATRON
Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers,
It is hard to believe that my four year journey to the East in this Grand
Chapter will soon be coming to an end and I am now reporting on my
year. What an incredible journey and I have enjoyed every step along
the way.
OFFICIAL ACTS
Our first duty, of course, was to select the Appointed Grand Officers.
Brother Ron and I are so pleased and proud of each of you. Not only
have you brought honour to yourself and your individual chapters, but
also to this Grand Jurisdiction. I thank you for your devotion and
support this year.
Grand Chaplain – Keith Trenholm (36)
Grand Marshal – Judy Donnelly (27)
Grand Organist – Norma Caswell (4)
Grand Adah – Edith Clouston (22)
Grand Ruth – Shirley Kraglund (24)
Grand Esther – Mary Pelletier (5)
Grand Martha – Faye Gilks (42)
Grand Electa – Faye Oakley (26)
Grand Warder – Susan MacDougall (19)
As well, we also had the pleasure to appoint an Assistant Grand
Officer and three District Deputy Grand Matrons.
Assistant Grand Organist – Jean Flewelling (14)
District Deputy Grand Matron, District #2 – Anne Murray (26)
District Deputy Grand Matron, District #4 – Brenda McGibbon (8)
District Deputy Grand Matron, District #6 – Isabel Morton (9)
They too, have been faithful and dedicated members of our Grand
Family and we thank them for their support.
GRAND CHAPTER COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
To assure continuity in our work and the business of this Grand
Jurisdiction is being properly conducted, we need committees. I want
to thank those members who graciously accepted to serve on these
committees for me.
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Credentials – Margaret (Peggy) Jagoe, PM (22)
Distribution – Lynn Hutchin, PGM (35)
Jurisprudence – Shirley MacDonald, PGM (27)
Constitution & Laws – Ann Morton, PGM (19)
Grievances & Appeals – John Murray, PGP (26)
Unfinished Business – Marjorie Colton, GGCCM (27)
Necrology – Edna Clouston, PM (22)
Finance – Hazel Harris, PGM (22)
Audit – Debbie Hill, GGCCM (37)
Commissioner of Trials – Ebb Kuhn, PGP (37)
Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship & Educational Fund – Marilyn Hutchison,
PM (14)
ESTARL – Ruth Saunders, PM (33)
International Headquarters Fund – Olive Trevor‟s, PM (42)
Membership – Dorothy Stewart, PM (24)
Eastern Star Journal – Sydney Butland, PP (19)
Web Advisory – Mildred Homer, AGM, (5)
- John Murray, PGP (26)
- Lynne Hatt, PGM (15)
OES Magazine – Donna Allen, GGCCM (11)
- Don Williams, Gr. Sentinel, (36)
Investment Committee – Norma Jean Belyea, PGM (3)
-DeWitt Lister, PGP (35)
At Grand Chapter last year, it was moved and passed the incoming
Worthy Grand Matron appoint a committee to review the purpose of
the Fraternal Report. Sister Carol Sutherland, PGM (8), Sister Linda
Cogswell, PGM (37), and Sister Nancy Keirstead, AGC, (19) were
appointed to this committee and are to bring a report to Grand Chapter
this year.
At the July 2004 Grand Chapter Session there was a motion moved
and passed that every three years the presiding Worthy Grand Matron
appoint a committee to review and update the Grand Officer‟s
Handbook and Worthy Matron‟s Handbook. Sister Mildred Homer,
AGM (5), Sister Jean Duncan, Grand Conductress (3), Brother Allan
Gillis, AGP (37) and Brother Don Williams, Grand Sentinel (36)
graciously accepted to serve on this committee and report at the next
Grand Chapter Session.
This past year it was necessary to replace two committee members.
Sister June Rafuse, PM (15) replaced Sister Norma Caswell, PM (4)
on the OES Journal Committee and Sister Brenda Saunders, PGM
(36) replaced Brother Evan Thomas, PGP (26) on the Audit
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Committee. I want to thank these sisters for accepting to serve on
these committees.
GRAND REPRESENTATIVE COMMISSIONS This year, the Worthy Grand Patron and I presented 30 Grand
Representative Commissions.
Two commissions had to be replaced immediately since the sisters
holding these appointments were installed as Grand Officers, namely
Sister Nancy Keirstead, Associate Grand Conductress and Sister Faye
Gilks, Grand Martha.
The following members were presented with commissions -
Effective immediately
Arkansas – Ruth Bishop (37)
South Dakota – Wayne MacNair (24)
Effective January, 2011
Alberta – Bessie Head (36)
BC/Yukon – Stephen Allen (11)
Colorado – Rhoda Briggs (14)
Connecticut – Darlene Whitney (27)
Delaware – Helen Ellis (5)
Georgia - Judy Gillis (1)
Kansas – Sandra Veneau (26)
Kentucky – Linda Black (14)
Maryland – Judy Langsburg (11)
Massachusetts – Kathleen (Kay) Firlotte (22)
Minnesota - Glendon Hill (37)
New Hampshire - Diane Manning (5)
New Jersey – Roxanne Pond (40)
North Dakota – Ronald MacIntosh (24)
NS/PEI – Vivien Kierstead (22)
Oklahoma – Henry Morton (19)
Oregon – Donald Clarke (15)
Saskatchewan – Edith Hanley (15)
Scotland – Margaret Bateman (26)
Utah – Maxine MacMillan (18)
Vermont – Rowena Woodworth (19)
Virginia – Gloria McEwen (27)
Washington – Gaynel Beaman (33)
West Virginia – Connie MacPherson (1)
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Effective February, 2011
Texas – Deborah Cawker (3)
Effective March, 2011
Maine - Susan Geneau (23)
Effective April 2011
Iowa – Norma Smith (30)
Effective May, 2011
Louisiana - Candace Duplisea (3)
It was a pleasure to recommend these sisters and brothers and I
sincerely hope this commission will be a pleasant experience for you
with lasting fraternal ties.
Our Secretary, Brother Doug, PGP, has the list of the sisters and
brothers who were presented with Grand Representative Commissions
to New Brunswick in their Grand Jurisdiction. I have received notes
from most of the members thanking me for being selected. As well, I
received messages from some of their counterparts expressing delight
at receiving the commission and the honour of representing New
Brunswick in their Grand Jurisdiction. A complete list will be printed
in the Book of Proceedings.
GRAND FAMILY SCHOOL OF INSTRUCTION
A School of Instruction for the Grand Family was held in Bathurst on
July 24, 2010 hosted by Bathurst Chapter #22 with the General Grand
Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand
Patrons invited to join us. All the ritualistic work was carried out by
the officers and any changes from General Grand Chapter were
addressed at this time. This was an opportunity for the Grand Officers
to practice the initiatory work together before our first Grand Family
Exchange.
When preparing the handbook for the Grand Officers, the suggestions
from the 2009 – 2012 Protocol Book were included with the changes
labelled as such. A copy of the handbook with these changes was
forwarded to a member of the Jurisprudence Committee to review
before having it printed for them.
This year I chose to have the District Deputy Grand Matrons make
Chapter Visits rather than conduct a District School of Instruction.
Since some chapters seem to have a poor attendance at district
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schools, I was hoping to reach more members, especially the officers,
by visitations.
I have asked the District Deputy Grand Matrons to concentrate on the
“action” rather than the “words”. Each officer has her/his own unique
method of “learning” the ritual work and was encouraged to know it
by heart. The District Deputy Grand Matrons will be able to assist the
members with uniformity in the ritual floor work as well as the secret
work.
DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MATRON REPORTS
This year I appointed three District Deputy Grand Matrons as well as
having the three line officers to the following districts in this
jurisdiction.
District #1: DDGM – Mildred Homer, Associate Grand Matron
Chapters in district: Bathurst Chapter #22, Bathurst. Lady Alexander
Chapter #24, Campbellton, Prince Charles Chapter #27, Chatham.
Prince Andrew Chapter #42, Newcastle.
District #2: DDGM – Anne Murray, Past Matron
Chapters in district: Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5, Moncton. Fort
Monckton Chapter #11, Port Elgin. Winston Churchill Chapter #19,
Riverside – Albert. Zetland Chapter #26, Shediac Fidelity Chapter
#36, Riverview.
District #3: DDGM – Nancy Keirstead, Associate Grand Conductress
Chapters in district: Saint John Chapter #14, Saint John. Philip A.
Jerguson Chapter #18, Saint John West, Lord Beaverbrook Chapter
#33, Hampton.
District #4: DDGM – Brenda McGibbon, Past Matron
Chapters in district: Queen Mary Chapter #4, Milltown. St. Stephen
Chapter #8, St. Stephen., Granite Chapter #15, St. George. Unity
Chapter #35, Harvey Station.
District #5: DDGM – Jean Duncan, Grand Conductress
Chapters in district: Celestial Chapter #3, Fredericton. Remembrance
Chapter #30, Minto, Devon Chapter #37, Fredericton North, Hillcrest
Chapter #40, Boiestown.
District #6: DDGM – Isabel Morton, Past Matron
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Chapters in district: Victoria Chapter #1, Woodstock, Electa Chapter
#9, Perth – Andover, Tobique Chapter #23, Plaster Rock.
From the reports received, all the requested ritual work was completed
and any questions from the members present were answered. There
did not seem to be any major problems and all the officers were trying
to do the work properly.
I want to thank each of the Worthy Matrons for inviting the District
Deputy Grand Matron to visit her chapter and as well, I want to thank
the District Deputy Grand Matrons for making chapter visits.
INVITATIONS and TRAVELS At Grand Chapter last year I received an invitation to attend a
reception, dinner and the initiation ceremony for several new
members at the 2nd
Annual Atlantic DeMolay Rendezvous held in
Moncton on July 24th
. Because our Grand Family School of
Instruction was being held the same day in Bathurst, I was unable to
attend this function to bring greetings from the Grand Chapter.
On September 17th
Brother Ron and I attended the Opening
Ceremonies of the Annual Session of the Supreme Council of the
Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Canada. We were introduced to
the assembly and I brought words of welcome to those attending that
morning. The invitation to attend the luncheon was declined due to
the need to go to Bangor, Maine for the New Brunswick in Maine
Grand Family Exchange the next day.
I received an invitation and attended the Installation and banquet for
Potentate Illustrious Sir Douglas Cosman on January 15, 2011. At
that time I was prepared to bring greetings on behalf of the Grand
Chapter.
On March 26th
I attended the Open Installation of Officers from
Nereides Temple # 78, Daughters of the Nile at the Masonic Temple
in Saint John. It was the first time I attended one of their functions and
I was pleased to see our Sister Marilyn Hutchinson installed as Queen.
On May 13th
I was honoured to represent the Grand Chapter of New
Brunswick at the opening ceremonies of the 144th Annual
Communication of the Grand Lodge of New Brunswick, F & AM in
Saint John. I was accompanied by Brother Ron Oakley, WGP, and
brought greetings from our Grand Jurisdiction.
Accompanied by Brother Ron, Sister Faye, Sister Susan and Brother
Jerry, I attended the Grand Chapter of Maine in Augusta and was
honoured to give the tribute to the Canadian Flag at their Informal
Opening on May 16th
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On May 28th
, Brother Ron and I were invited to the OES Magazine
meeting held in Port Elgin previous to the reception for Sister Donna
Allen, Canada Chairman of the Education Committee of General
Grand Chapter. At the reception we were pleased to have the
opportunity to congratulate Sister Donna on receiving this
appointment.
EXCHANGES and EVENTS
Over this past year there were three exchanges and two special
weekend events with sister jurisdictions.
On September 18th
the Grand Officers of New Brunswick traveled to
Bangor, Maine for New Brunswick in Maine Grand Family Exchange.
At the new Bangor Masonic Center we exemplified the Initiatory
work with satisfaction to us and a great deal of pleasure to all
attending. I am so very proud of each one of you!
The Maine in New Brunswick Grand Family Exchange was held at
the K. C. Irving Regional Center in Bathurst on October 16th
. Here
the Grand Officers of Maine returned the favour and did an excellent
job doing the initiatory work. As well, the officers from Bathurst
Chapter #22 and Zetland Chapter #26 are to be congratulated for the
beautiful work they did of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
The International Weekend was held at the Old Orchard Inn in
Greenwich, NS on October 29 – 30
th. There were 10 members from
New Brunswick in attendance. I enjoyed getting together with the
Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons from New
Hampshire, Massachusetts as well as Nova Scotia and Prince Edward
Island. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves, especially the music on
Saturday evening.
Because of health issues I was not able to attend the Can-Am
Weekend held from February 25th
to February 27th
held in Ottawa.
On March 26th
there was to be a Maine/ Maritime Grand Family
Exchange in Truro but had to be cancelled. Hopefully we will be able
to continue having this exchange in the future.
The Maritime Exchange on May 7th
was held in Westville, NS with
nine Grand Officers of New Brunswick taking part in the initiatory
work. Those participating were Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand
Patron, Grand Treasurer, Grand Marshal, Grand Organist, Grand
Adah, Grand Esther, Grand Martha and Grand Warder. It was a
pleasure to participate in initiating six new members at this exchange
with all the officers doing excellent ritualistic work.
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CHAPTER VISITATIONS
The highlight of our year was the visits to the subordinate chapters. I
was accompanied by Brother Ron at all the visitations as well as many
of our Grand Officers. We were truly blessed to have much support
from the Past Grand Matrons, Past Grand Patrons and the members.
Thank you for the wonderful support.
Official Visitation Schedule
July 15 Celestial Chapter #3 Fredericton
July 16 Devon Chapter #37 Fredericton North
July 20 Zetland Chapter #26 Shediac
July 27 Hillcrest Chapter #40 Boiestown
Aug. 16 Remembrance Chapter #30 Minto
Sept. 8 St. John Chapter #14 Saint John
Sept. 14 Bathurst Chapter #22 Bathurst
Sept. 15 Prince Charles Chapter #27 Chatham
Sept. 16 Prince Andrew Chapter #42 Newcastle
Sept. 20 St. Stephen Chapter #8 St. Stephen
Sept. 27 Fort Monckton Chapter #11 Port Elgin
Oct. 5 Tobique Chapter #23 Plaster Rock
Oct. 6 Electa Chapter #9 Perth – Andover
Oct 12 Victoria Chapter #1 Woodstock
Oct. 13 Granite Chapter #15 St. George
Oct. 18 Lady Alexander Chapter #24 Campbellton
Oct. 20 Unity Chapter #35 Harvey
Oct. 21 Queen Mary Chapter #4 St. Stephen
Nov. 1 Winston Churchill Chapter #19 Riverside – Albert
Nov. 2 Fidelity Chapter #36 Riverview
Nov. 4 Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 Hampton
Nov. 5 Philip A. Jerguson Chapter #18 Saint John West
Nov. 8 Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5 Moncton
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WARRANTS
During the year I signed warrants 1 through 49 after they were
prepared by the Grand Secretary.
DISPENSATIONS
During the year a total of nineteen dispensations were granted.
1. July 12, 2010 to Tobique Chapter #23 to change the regular
meeting dates from July 6th to July 13
th because of the absence
of a quorum.
2. September 8, 2010 to Zetland Chapter #26 to move the
chapter signet to the K. C. Irving Center in Bathurst for use at
the Maine in New Brunswick Grand Family Exchange.
3. September 10, 2010 to Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 to
change the date of the regularly stated meeting from
November 18th to November 4
th to accommodate the official
visit of the Grand Family.
4. September 11, 2010 to Unity Chapter #35 to change the date
of the regularly stated meeting from October 27th to October
20th to accommodate the official visit of the Grand Family.
5. September 14, 2010 to Bathurst Chapter #22 to move the
necessary regalia to the K. C. Irving Center for the purpose of
hosting the Maine in New Brunswick Grand Family
Exchange.
6. October 20, 2010 to Zetland Chapter #26 to change the date
of the regularly stated meeting from November 16th to
November 9th because of scheduled renovations to the
Masonic Lodge in Shediac.
7. October 20, 2011 to Zetland Chapter to change the place of
the regularly stated December meeting (if necessary) from the
Masonic Lodge in Shediac to the Masonic Lodge in Moncton
because of possible renovations at the Shediac site. Since the
scheduled renovations were not done, the dispensation was
not needed.
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8. January 7, 2011 to Hillcrest Chapter #40 to have a special
meeting on January 22nd
for the purpose of conducting the
Ceremony of Initiation for two candidates.
9. January 12, 2011 to Granite Chapter #15 for the purpose of
postponing their regularly stated meeting from January 12th to
January 19th because of inclement weather.
10. January 12, 2011 to St. John Chapter #14 to postpone their
regular stated meeting from January 12th to January 27
th due
to inclement weather. On January 27th there was another
snowstorm so the meeting had to be delayed again.
11. February 4, 2011 to Saint John Chapter #14 to hold the
weather- delayed meeting as soon as the Masonic Temple is
available and before the regular stated February meeting.
12. February 19, 2011 to Zetland Chapter #26 to move the date of
the regularly stated meeting in March from March 15th to
March 1st because none of the first four officers are available
to form a quorum.
13. February 28, 2011 to Fort Monckton Chapter #11 to postpone
their regularly stated meeting from February 28th to March 2
nd
due to inclement weather.
14. March 2, 2011 to Electa Chapter #9 to change the date of the
regularly stated meeting from March 2nd
to March 9th due to
adverse weather conditions.
15. April 1, 2011 to Philip A. Jerguson Chapter #18 to change the
date of the regularly stated meeting from April 1st to April 2
nd
due to adverse weather conditions.
16. April 4, 2011 to Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 to change the
date, time and place of the regularly stated meeting from
April 21, 2011 @7:30 pm at the Hampton Masonic Hall to
April 16, 2011 @2 pm at the Masonic Hall on Charlotte Street
in Saint John West because the Hampton Hall is
unavailable.(Elections Canada has the Hampton Hall rented)
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17. April 9, 2011 to Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5 to change the
time of their regularly stated meeting from 7:30 PM to 7PM
to accommodate the plans for an “open house” following the
meeting.
18. April 20, 2011 to Prince Charles Chapter #27 to change the
date of the regularly stated meeting from April 20, 2011 to
April 21, 2011 because of inclement weather.
19. May 13, 2011 to Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 to change the
place of meeting because of the Mason Hall in Hampton
being unavailable.
MEMORIALS
Even though our Grand Family enjoyed good health and safe travels,
we were also touched with sadness. We noted our Grand Adah, Sister
Edith Clouston, lost her sister Wilma and Sister Anne Murray, District
Deputy Grand Matron, lost a brother-in-law and her mother-in-law,
Sister Jessie Murray. Our thoughts and prayers were with them and
their families at this difficult time.
The Grand Chapter of New Brunswick was saddened by the loss of
Past Grand Matrons, Sister Eileen Price and Sister Florence Wilson. A
letter for each was sent to the Chapters and the Altar was draped in
their memory.
We were touched with sadness at the passing of our Most Worthy
Grand Patron, Brother Frederick W. Clarke. Heartfelt sympathy is
extended to Sister Margaret and the Grand Chapter of Nova Scotia
and Prince Edward Island. Many members from New Brunswick
traveled to Nova Scotia to attend the Eastern Star service and funeral
service. Also Sister Florence A. Adair, Past Most Worthy Grand
Matron and Past Grand Matron of Michigan as well as Sister Lois J.
Newman, Past Most Worthy Grand Matron and Past Grand Matron of
Missouri, answered the Master‟s call. Our sympathy is extended to the
Grand Chapter of Michigan on Sister Florence‟s passing and the
Grand Chapter of Missouri on Sister Lois‟ passing.
Their passing is deeply felt by all of us. They will be remembered
again at our Memorial Service Friday afternoon.
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CONSOLIDATION
I received a letter from the Secretary of Prince Andrew Chapter #42 in
Newcastle with a copy of the resolution which was presented and
passed with the required three-fourths of the members present at their
regular meeting on March 10th and a letter from the Secretary of
Prince Charles Chapter #27 in Chatham with a copy of the same
resolution presented at their regular meeting on March 16th.
Resolution: WHEREAS: The long range presence of the Order of the
Eastern Star on the Miramichi is becoming more questionable each
year, due to the advancing age of present members and the difficulty
in obtaining the interest of new members
AND WHEREAS: When we became members, we promised to do all
in our power to promote the welfare of the Order
AND WHEREAS: When following the instructions in our
Constitution Laws and Regulations, it will take a year to finalize.
BE IT RESOLVED that this Chapter proceed with a study and
planning to consolidate the two Chapters on the Miramichi.
Sister Ann and Brother DeWitt Lister have been asked to act as
mentors for this process.
It is always sad to see chapters struggling and consolidation may be
the best way to keep the membership and have a healthier chapter.
Since this process will not be completed when my term of office has
ended, I will have all the correspondence available for the next
Worthy Grand Matron. I am giving all the original correspondence
concerning the consolidation process to the Grand Secretary to keep
on the records of Grand Chapter.
JURISPRUDENCE
At the Grand Officer School of Instruction there were two questions
referred to the Jurisprudence Committee. After speaking to the
committee chairman, I informed the District Deputy Grand Matrons
of the committee‟s suggestions and asked to have this information
included with their official visit information.
I strived to answer any queries forwarded to me in a correct and
timely manner. All my concerns were forwarded to the committee for
their input. I want to thank the members on this committee for their
guidance and advice. It is comforting to know you were only a phone
call or an e-mail away. Any recommendations will be dealt with when
the committee report is brought to the membership.
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CONCLUSION
This has been a wonderful year and I thank you for the opportunity to
serve this Grand Jurisdiction as your Worthy Grand Matron. Your
friendship and support has made this a wonderful journey one I will
treasure for years. Thank you.
ADDENDUM OF WORTHY GRAND MATRON’S REPORT
June 4
th – I accompanied Brother Ron Oakley to the IWK Telethon in
Saint John where he presented a cheque for his Special Project – the
IWK Hospital Neonatal Unit.
June 5th
– Attended the 100th Anniversary celebration of Celestial
Chapter in Fredericton. At the celebration I received an honourary
membership to Celestial Chapter.
June 11th
– Brother Ron and I accepted the invitation to attend the
opening of the 124th Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of New
Brunswick and bring greetings on behalf of our Grand Chapter.
July 4th
– Attended the informal opening of the Grand chapter of
Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island and responded to the welcome
to the Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons of other
Grand Jurisdictions.
July 6th
– Issued a dispensation to Celestial Chapter #3 for use of their
emblems and necessary paraphernalia at this Grand Chapter.
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE WORTHY GRAND PATRON
Worthy Grand Matron----Sister Sherry, General Grand Chapter
Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons, Past Grand Patrons,
Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers
It is hard to believe that time can fly by so quickly; here I am at the
end of three fantastic years. As your Worthy Grand Patron I found
these times to be exciting, fun and at times unforgettable. I only hope
that I have filled this prestigious office to meet your expectations, as I
have tried to fill it to the best of my ability.
To my fraternal Mom and Dad, Sister Lynne Hatt and Brother Burton
Hall. When you first got me started on this journey I was a little
apprehensive, probably more scared than anything else, but as time
went on and I got to know more about what this fraternity was all
about, I felt good that you asked me to be part of your Grand Family.
Now all I can do is say a great big THANK YOU. It has been a great
experience.
To our Grand Family – what a family – I want to thank you for all
your support and your thoughtfulness. I know that each Grand Family
thinks they are the best – but as my father told me - you may think
you are the best but- but someday someone is going to be better and
that is how I feel about you. YOU WERE THE BEST! We had a
fantastic year-- lots of laughs and great friendships. You proved to
everyone that we do not take a backseat to anyone when it comes to
do ritualistic work. What a great job! Sister Sherry and I are so proud
of you. Thanks again.
Grand Electa, Sister Faye, my wife and companion. Sometimes I
wonder why I allow you to talk me into doing some things, but this is
one time I am glad I listened to you. Thank you for your love, support,
help and understanding.
To the members of Zetland Chapter #26 and Winston Churchill
Chapter #19, a warm and heartfelt thank you for your support and
love. I only hope you are as proud of me as I was of you. Thanks
again.
To all the members of this Grand Chapter – this past year has been
one of excitement, fun and hard work. I started out on this journey by
visiting the various chapters to announce the newly appointed Grand
Officers rather than host a reception to do the announcements. This
way the members from their chapter who are unable to travel could be
able to be present for the announcement.
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It was very satisfying to be able to attend all official visits with Sister
Sherry. All the chapters made us feel special, treated us royally. I have
made many good friends. I guess one thing that stands out for me was
when I went with Sister Agnes Weaver and Sister Dianne Manning
from Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5 and Sister Georgie Dole, Sister
Bessie and Brother Max Head from Fidelity Chapter #36 to visit the
sick and shut-in members. I met Sisters and Brothers I had never seen
before as well as members that I haven‟t seen for quite some time.
They seemed very pleased with the visit and couldn‟t believe the
Worthy Grand Patron would take the time to go and visit shut-ins.
When I arrived home I said to Sister Faye “I have had some really
good days, but this, was one of the best.” What a pleasure this was for
me and I thank the chapters for allowing me to accompany them. I had
a great time!
We started off the year on Sunday morning after installation when we
held a meeting with all our Grand Family. Here we welcomed Sister
Nancy Keirstead, Associate Grand Conductress and Brother Don
Williams, Grand Sentinel, to our Grand Family. We discussed each
special project that we had chosen as well as duties, responsibilities
and expectations.
One of the biggest complaints I hear about Grand Chapter is how
“long-winded” the Worthy Grand Matron‟s and Worthy Grand
Patron‟s reports are---so I will make mine short. The report of all
official visits and various functions will be recorded in the
proceedings and you may read them at your leisure.
The official visits to our twenty-three subordinate chapters began in
July and ended in November.
OFFICIAL VISITS
July 15 – Celestial Chapter #3, Fredericton
July 16 – Devon Chapter #37, Fredericton North
July 20 – Zetland Chapter #26, Shediac
July 27 – Hillcrest Chapter #40, Boiestown
August 16 – Remembrance #30, Minto
September 8 – Saint John #14, Saint John
September 14 – Bathurst #22, Bathurst
September 15 – Prince Charles Chapter #27, Chatham
September 16 – Prince Andrew Chapter #42, Newcastle
September 20 – St. Stephen Chapter #8, St. Stephen
September 27 – Fort Monckton Chapter #11, Port Elgin
October 5 – Tobique Chapter #23, Plaster Rock
October 6 – Electa Chapter #9, Perth-Andover
October 12 – Victoria Chapter #1, Woodstock
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October 13 – Granite Chapter #15, St. George
October 18 – Lady Alexander Chapter #24, Campbellton
October 20 – Unity Chapter #35, Harvey
October 21 – Queen Mary #4, Milltown (St. Stephen)
November 1 – Winston Churchill Chapter #19, Riverside-Albert
November 2 – Fidelity Chapter #36, Riverview
November 4 – Lord Beaver brook Chapter #33, Hampton
November 5 – Philip A. Jerguson #18, Saint John West
November 8 – Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5, Moncton
TRAVELS AND INVITATIONS
July 4th
– The reception for the Most Worthy Grand Patron, Brother
Fred Clarke, at the Old Orchard Inn in Greenwich – I was supposed to
attend with Sister Sherry, but due to ending up in the hospital, I was
not able to go.
July 15th
– Our first official visit was at Celestial Chapter #3 where I
don‟t know who was more nervous – Sister Candace Duplisea or me.
She did a great job and had a wonderful program for us. Thank you
Sister Candace.
July 16th
– Official visit to Devon Chapter #37 went very well until I
thought we were going to have to do an initiation as a dog came
through the door into the Chapter Room, but he changed his mind and
left.
July 17th
– Attended the 50th Wedding Anniversary for Sister Rose
Scott, Past Grand Matron and Brother James Scott. I brought
greetings from Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand Matron, and the Grand
Chapter of New Brunswick.
July 18th
– Attended a birthday party for all the 70 year old Star
members from Zetland Chapter #26.
July 20th
– Official visit to Zetland Chapter #26 where, Sister Faye,
Grand Electa, was Worthy Matron. This was a fun night as it gave
Sister Faye a chance to show that I am not the perfect angel --- Thanks
to Brother Sydney Butland who helped with the program for Sister
Sherry and I.
July 24th
Attended the School of Instruction in Bathurst. All the
Grand Chapter Officers were present and the session went very well.
There were questions asked and answers provided. Thank goodness
for Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons! Everyone left with
renewed knowledge.
July 27th
Official visit to Hillcrest Chapter #40 – This was a great
visit – Sister Susan Munn had a great program and I received a
beautiful hand carved bowl and maple syrup. It was on the way home
that I hit a pot hole, blew two tires and bent two rims. Spent the night
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in the middle of nowhere! Three men and four women – we made a
great night of fun out of a mishap. We got home at 6 AM.
August 5th
– Attended the funeral service for Brother Blaine Calhoun
of Devon Chapter. There was a large turnout for our deceased
brother‟s service.
August 8th
– Attended the annual Star Picnic held at the home of
Sister Lynn Hatt, PGM, and Brother Allen Hatt, PP. Brother Allen
once again provided a fabulous Lobster Chowder and great
hospitality. Sister Ruth Bishop and I won the washer toss – FAIR
AND SQUARE.
August 16th
– Official visit to Remembrance Chapter #30 – This was
an unforgettable evening. Before the evening even started, I backed
too close to a dumpster and a rod sticking out of it broke out my back
window and bent the rear door! It ended better than it began as Sister
Mable included me in the program and I received a bucket full of
angels.
September 14th
– Official visit to Bathurst Chapter #22, the home
chapter of Sister Sherry, WGM and Sister Edith Clouston, Grand
Adah. Prior to the meeting, the Grand Council, Finance and
Investment Committees met to discuss the finances of the Grand
Chapter. The Worthy Matron, Sister Edna Clouston had a great
meeting and included me in the program. Before these meetings we
stopped at Sister Sherry‟s for supper where she proved that she is not
only a good Worthy Grand Matron but also a very good cook. This
was Sister Faye‟s and my 47th Wedding Anniversary and I didn‟t have
to take her out for supper. HAD TO PAY LATER.
September 16th
– Official visit to Prince Andrew Chapter #42 – I had
to make a visit to the chapter the following month because “my
secretary” forgot the guest book and the gifts for the Worthy patron
and Secretary. HAD TO BLAME SOMEONE.
September 17th
– Attended the Supreme Council of Canada Scottish
Rite Meeting with Sister Sherry who brought greetings from the
Grand Chapter of New Brunswick. We could not stay long as we had
to leave for Maine.
September 18th
– New Brunswick in Maine Grand Family Exchange.
This was a well attended function by New Brunswick members and
our Grand Family did exceptional work. The whole Grand chapter
was very proud of them. WELL DONE SISTERS AND BROTHERS.
October 3rd
– Attended the 50th Wedding Anniversary for Sister Janet
and Brother Lloyd Mallory. Zetland Chapter convened the lunch for
all the guests.
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October 16th
– Maine in New Brunswick Grand Family Exchange –
This was another great day, well attended and the Grand Family of
Maine did an excellent job on their ritualistic work. AGAIN, WELL
DONE.
October 17th
– Attended the Church Service for Zetland Chapter #26
and Zetland Lodge #24. It was well attended by Star and Lodge
members. Sister Sherry Mitton, WGM attended the service and did
one of the scripture readings.
October 29-30th
International Weekend in Greenwich, NS - I was in
the hospital so was unable to attend as planned.
November 15th
– Drove Sister Mildred to Campbellton to make her
official visit as I did not want her to drive alone. While Sister Mildred
was busy in the Chapter Room, Sister Sherry and I were busy in
another room finalizing Grand Representative Appointments.
November 19th
Attended Crystal Chapter in Charlottetown. A group
of ten members from Zetland Chapter #26 and Fort Monckton
Chapter #11 accompanied sister Janet Tower on her last visit as Grand
Representative to NS/PEI in NB.
December 13th
Attended the regular meeting of Frank H. Tingley
Chapter and presented Sister Helen Ellis a Grand Representative
commission to Delaware and Sister Diane Manning a Grand
Representative commission to New Hampshire.
January 20th
– Attended Grand Officer Honour Night at Eureka
Chapter #5 in St. Petersburg, Florida. All the stations are filled with
guest members. I served as Worthy Patron along with Sister Lynn
Hutchin as Associate Matron, Brother Ebby Kuhn as Associate Patron
and Sister Fonnie Kuhn as Electa. At the meeting I extended greetings
from the Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry, and the Grand Chapter
of New Brunswick.
February 3rd
– Flew home from Florida to attend the funspiel in
Moncton. I had the pleasure to present Sister Sandra Veneau with a
Grand Representative Commission to Kansas and Brother Henry
Morton with a commission to Oklahoma.
April – After returning from wintering in Florida I was able to attend
several installations of our subordinate chapters and assisting in a
couple of them.
April 19th
– I filled in as Worthy Patron in Zetland Chapter for the
Initiation of two new members. It was a pleasure to do the Initiatory
work at the meeting.
May 7th
– Attended the Maritime Exchange in Westville, NS where I
did the Initiatory work along with Sister Sherry, Sister Lynda, Sister
Judy, Sister Norma, Sister Edith, Sister Mary, Sister Faye Gilks, and
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Sister Susan from New Brunswick. It was an excellent day and all
work was done very well. I‟m proud of the team effort.
May 13th
– Sister Sherry and I attended the 144th annual
communication of the Grand Lodge of NB and brought greetings from
the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick, OES.
May 15th
- Attended the Grand Representative meeting which was
held at Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5 in Moncton.
May 16th
– Attended the Grand Chapter of Maine Sessions in
Augusta. I had the honour of presenting the Canadian Flag and Sister
Sherry gave the tribute to it.
May 24th
– Sister Mildred Homer, AGM and I attended the
consolidation information meeting held at the Masonic Hall in
Chatham. I was pleased to have Sister Mildred at the meeting since
most of the process will not be completed in my term of office.
May 28th
– Attended the annual Eastern Star Magazine meeting held
in Port Elgin in the morning and the reception for Sister Donna Allen,
General Grand Chapter Committee Member of the Education
Committee.
BY- LAW CHANGES
I approved the by-law change request for Philip A. Jerguson Chapter
#18, OES
Article number IX, Election of Officers, Section 3, which reads: The
Sentinel shall be elected in the same manner of the other elective
officers. To be deleted.
The office of Sentinel would then be an appointed office.
This was approved May 20, 2011.
CONCLUSION I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the people who have
helped Sister Sherry and I. In particular, I would like to thank Brother
Doug, Grand Secretary – yours is a busy job but we have a very
capable person doing it. Thanks, Doug.
Sister Lynda and Brother Don Williams – Thank you for selling my
special project pins and taking care of the money.
Sister Susan MacDougall, thank you for all your help – typing, ideas,
notes etc., you were great.
Sister Mildred and Brother Allan – Our time is coming to a close and
yours is about to begin. I wish you both all the best in the coming year
and as Sister Mildred already knows, I will be there for you both and
to help in any way I can.
Thanks again to this Grand Chapter.
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry – My only hope is that you have
enjoyed your year as much as I have. I am glad I got to go through
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with YOU. I know you have worked extremely hard as has Brother
Jerry. I hope I have filled the job to your expectations by saying “Yes,
Dear” whenever you asked me to do something. This has been a once
in a lifetime treasure and we both will have it forever. Thank you
again for allowing me to be part of your Grand Family.
There was no addendum to the Worthy Grand Patrons Report
Don Thornton, GGCCM Scottish Rite Learning Centre addressed the
members.
Don Thornton, GGCCM
SISTERS AND BROTHERS HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT THE
DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE IN THE LIVES OF THOSE AROUND YOU? NOT
JUST YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS BUT THOSE IN YOUR COMMUNITY,
YOUR CHURCH, YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD AND YOUR COUNTRY. DO
YOU OFTEN THINK - WHAT CAN I DO AS AN INDIVIDUAL WHEN THE
PROBLEM IS SO BIG? I GUESS IT'S A LITTLE LIKE GOING CAMPING AND
LEAVING THE CAMPSITE BETTER THAN YOU FOUND IT. OR LIKE THE
CHILD WHO WAS PICKING UP STAR FISH AND THROWING THEM BACK
INTO THE SEA WHEN A MAN CAME ALONG AND SAID TO THE CHILD
THAT THERE ARE SO MANY STAR FISH THAT ONE PERSON CAN'T SAVE
THEM ALL AND THE CHILD REPLIED AS HE THREW ANOTHER ONE INTO
THE SEA "I MADE A DIFFERENCE FOR THAT ONE".
ALONE WE CAN DO LITTLE BUT WE CAN ALL DO SOMETHING EVEN IF
IT ONLY HELPS ONE STAR FISH. TOGETHER WE CAN DO MUCH AND
SAVE MANY STARFISH. WHAT THE SCOTTISH RITE LEARNING CENTRES
FOR DYSLEXIC CHILDREN IS DOING IS SOMETHING LIKE THE STAR FISH
STORY. THE SCOTTISH RITE STARTED WITH A CENTRE IN LONDON
TUTORING SIX CHILDREN. THEY NOW HAVE FIVE CENTRES ACROSS
CANADA AND ONE IN MONCTON SCHEDULED TO OPEN SOON
TUTORING HUNDREDS OF CHILDREN. EACH CHILD NOW HAS A BETTER
CHANCE OF REACHING HIS OR HER FULL POTENTIAL BECAUSE OF
THAT EXPERIENCE AND WE DO IT ALL FREE OF CHARGE. THEY ARE
CHANGING LIVES FOR THE BETTER AND ALL THIS IS DONE BECAUSE
INDIVIDUAL PEOPLE, LIKE YOU AND ME, ARE PICKING UP THAT SINGLE
STAR FISH AND THROWING IT BACK INTO THE SEA.
MY MISSION DURING THIS TRIENNIUM IS TO BRING AWARENESS OF
THE PROBLEM OF DYSLEXIA TO OUR MEMBERSHIP AND TO RAISE
MONEY IN SUPPORT OF THE LEARNING CENTRES ESTABLISHED BY THE
SCOTTISH RITE. NO ONE PERSON HAS TO DO A LOT BUT IF EVERYONE
DOES A LITTLE IT WILL HELP THE FINAL OUTCOME.
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OUR MWGM SISTER RENNIE OFTON AND OUR MWGP BROTHER FRED
CLARKE HAVE GIVEN ME PERMISSION TO ISSUE A CERTIFICATE SIGNED
BY BOTH OF THEM UNDER THEIR SEAL TO ANYONE WHO DONATES TO
THE CAUSE. IN ADDITION THE SCOTTISH RITE CHARITABLE
FOUNDATION WILL ISSUE A TAX RECEIPT AND I WILL SEE THAT YOUR
NAME AND CHAPTER IS INCLUDED IN A MEMORIAL BOOK WHICH I
WILL PRESENT TO SISTER RENNIE AND SISTER MARGARET, BROTHER
FRED'S WIDOW AT THE NEXT TRIENNIUM. MY GOAL IS TO HAVE EVERY
CHAPTER IN CANADA INCLUDED IN THAT BOOK. YOU CAN HELP ME
REACH THAT GOAL. WILL EVERY CHAPTER IN NEW BRUNSWICK BE
LISTED? ONLY YOU CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN.
PLEASE COME AND SEE ME AND MY HELPERS IN THE CONCOURSE
BEFORE THE SESSION ENDS AND LEARN HOW YOU CAN SAVE A STAR
FISH AND GIVE A CHILD A MORE MEANINGFUL FUTURE. REMEMBER IF
IT IS TO BE IT IS UP TO ME!
DISTRIBUTION REPORT
Lynne Hatt, PGM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sister and Brothers:
We the members of the Distribution Committee have examined the
reports of the Worthy Grand Matron and the Worthy Grand Patron
and after discussion with them on recommended changes we find
them to be in proper order.
We would like to commend them both for the timely fashion in
which these reports were received and for keeping them short
without omitting any necessary information.
It was moved by Lynne Hatt and seconded by Joe Holmes that this
report be accepted as read. Motion carried.
There was an alarm at the magazine table and the winners were Joe
Holmes, PGP of New Brunswick and Elaine MacLean, PGM of New
Brunswick
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GRAND SECRETARY’S REPORT
2010-2011
Doug Swan, PGP, Grand Secretary
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests,
Sisters and Brothers.
As we come to the close of our “Open Circle” Grand Chapter Session,
another year has slipped by, and I am pleased to present my annual
report. To say the very least, it has been a busy and rewarding year.
It all began about a year ago on a Sunday morning, and I have not
stopped since. Every day has a new challenge, but I have enjoyed it.
The office of the Grand Secretary is one of the most demanding
positions any member of our order could undertake. This year would
not have been successful for me if it were not for some key people.
First and foremost, to my wife, Sister Lynda. I thank you for your
patience and understanding and for putting up with the extra things
overtaking our office and home.
Second, Sister Brenda Saunders – I thank you for patience in the
transition and for being at the other end of the phone when I ran into
problems. I appreciate all your help making the transition an easy one
for me.
Third, Sister Lynda Williams thank you for your expertise and being
there when I had a question. You always had an answer.
Fourth, to the Chapter Secretaries - please rise if you are here – Thank
you for your patience this year as you tried to train me. You have
been kind to me and I thank you for that. You may not be reminded
often how appreciated you are, but I know I appreciate you and I
know your Chapters do as well. We were saddened in the loss of a
veteran secretary, Marion McLellan of Victoria Chapter No. 1
Woodstock, NB. The loss of a secretary in any chapter is a huge void
and often a difficult position to fill.
To the Finance Committee. It has been great working with you. You
have all been diligent in your work.
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To Sister Debbie Hill, Member of the Service Dog Committee of the
General Grand Chapter. Thank you for your assistance at this Session
and during the year. Having the minutes ready for the start of each
session is a challenge and I thank you for so willingly accepting the
position. To my session assistant, Sister Sylvia Bannister, thank you
for being my legs this session. Your effort in tracking everyone down
was appreciated.
Finally – to our Worthy Grand Matron and our Worthy Grand Patron,
Sister Sherry and Brother Ron. It has been a pleasure working with
you this past year. I hope you had a memorable year. After Saturday
evening, I hope you will find the time for some much needed rest and
relaxation.
All routine duties of my position were carried out in the usual manner
and to the best of my ability. All official communications, Christmas
Greetings and reports were reported as timely as possible. There were
31 Grand Representative Commissions given to New Brunswick
members and 31 sent to other Grand Jurisdictions. Orders from
Chapters and individuals were filled on a timely basis, the annual
report was completed on time due to the diligence of our Chapter
secretaries, daily correspondence was dealt with and emails responded
to in a timely manner.
I consider myself frugal, although some call me cheap. I have tried to
keep costs down as much as I can in areas where I can, if I can. Mail
was hand delivered as much as possible, much to chagrin of some
recipients. A full mail out costs about $60.00, but I feel this $60
could be used somewhere else in our many charities. I continually
look for better prices to save money. This can be time consuming, but
in the end, I know I have done everything possible to get the best
price for Grand Chapter.
We were saddened by the loss of two Past Grand Matrons, Sister
Eileen Price and Sister Florence Wilson. A memorial page was
prepared and sent to all Chapters, Past Grand Matron‟s, Past Grand
Patron‟s in New Brunswick, all Chapter Secretaries, all Grand
Secretaries, OES Magazine and the Right Worthy Grand Secretary.
Memorial cards received from other Grand Jurisdictions for our
members are saved and then forwarded to the families of the departed
member. I received memorials from other jurisdictions and forwarded
to the Grand Chaplain to send our sympathy to them.
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The proceedings of other jurisdictions were received and forwarded to
the Associate Grand Matron, Grand Conductress and Associate Grand
Conductress to complete a fraternal report. These books are then
passed on to the respective Grand Representatives. Our proceedings
are forwarded to all Grand Jurisdictions as well as distributed with in
New Brunswick. The proceedings last year were ready to go to print
by mid August, however it took several months corresponding with
various companies to get the best price. The best price I could get in
Canada was a company in Montreal. Having our proceedings printed
by this company resulted in a significant saving for our Grand
Chapter.
All Chapters submitted their reports on a timely basis. I thank the
chapter Secretaries for their efforts to ensure I have the reports by the
deadline. All Chapters paid their per capita on time.
This past year we saw a decline in membership. Last year we had
1560 members and this year we have 1487, a decline of 73 members.
This is always a concern, but in some areas, the Masonic Lodge is
increasing. I encourage each Chapter to approach your Worshipful
Master in your area and supply information to them about Eastern
Star.
Sister Mildred and Brother Allan. I wish you all the best in your year
as the leaders of our Grand Chapter. I have enjoyed working with you
this past year and - if I am elected - look forward to working with you
next year.
In closing, I want to thank the membership for their confidence in
electing me – well okay, I was the only one who ran for the position.
I do thank you for this opportunity and I hope I did not let anyone
down. As I said in the beginning, the office of the Grand Secretary is
one of the most demanding positions any member of our order could
undertake, and I have not regretted running for this office. Every day
is a new learning experience. I thank you all for this learning
opportunity.
I move this report be laid on the table pending the auditor‟s report
Doug Swan, Past Grand Patron, Grand Secretary
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GENERAL FUND FOR GRAND SECRETARY
JUNE 1, 2010 TO MAY 31, 2011
Balance Forward as of May 31, 2010 $ 12.61
Receipts:
Lottie L. Kyle $ 2,604.01
ESTARL 3,028.65
Rituals 210.00
Proceedings 1,249.00
Postage 73.61
Supplies 640.01
Red Book 79.00
Dispensations 3.00
Registration Monies 4,106.10
Meals (cheques to Grand Chapter) 353.00
Per Capita 7,740.00
International Headquarters 167.00
WGM/ WGP‟s Special Project – 2010 780.51
Special Account 7,018.52
WGM‟s Special Project – 2011 4072.97
WGP‟s Special Project – 2011 5,320.00
Cancer 1,720.50
OES Magazine 50.00
Camp Goodtime 25.00
Service Dogs 909.88 40,150.76
$40,163.37
Transferred to the Grand Treasurer $40,150.76
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Disbursements:
Honourariums:
Lynda Williams, Grand Treasurer $ 400.00
Brenda J. Saunders, PGM, Grand Secretary 1,200.00
Travel Expenses:
Sherry Mitton, WGM 2,456.30
Ron Oakley, WGP 800.00
Brenda McGibbon, DDGM 67.50
Mildred Homer, DDGM 209.50
E. Jean Duncan, DDGM 60.00
Nancy Keirstead, DDGM 180.00
Isabel Morton, DDGM 65.00
Renewal of Web Page 278.11
Printing
Proceedings 2008-2009 3,929.01
Proceedings 2010 – 2011 2016.98
Printing of Session Booklets 746.67
Donations:
NB Cancer Society – M Colton GGCCM project 1720.50
OES Magazine – Tobique Chapter 50.00
DeMolay Boys 500.00
Rainbow Girls 500.00
Camp Goodtime, Prince Charles #27 25.00
Service Dogs 909.88
Memorial – Eileen P rice, PGM 30.00
Memorial Florence Wilson, PGM 30.00
WGM‟s Special Project – 2010 780.51
WGM‟s Special Project – 2011 4072.97
WGP 5320.00
Assistant to Grand Secretary – Olive Trevors 150.00
Supplies for Grand Secretary 1088.00 US
Petty Cash Replacement 1819.10
Accommodations
Rennie Ofton, MWGM 369.51 US
Fred Clarke, MWGP 317.19
Gifts for MWGM and MWGP on Official visit 218.64
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JM & CW Hope Grant – Liability Insurance 859.00
Ebby Kuhn repair of new jewel presented in July 45.20
Betty Danks, PGM – General Convenor 2,000.00
ESTARL Scholarships (2) 3,000.00
Lottie L. Kyle Scholarships 5,500.00
Grand Chapter Meals – Complimentary 1290.00
Meals MWGM 39.00
Refurbishing of Jewels 992.71
International Headquarters Fund 270.00 US
Per Capita Tax 1,560.00 US
Grand Treasurers Expenses 29.81
PETTY CASH FUND
June 1, 2010 to May 31, 2011
Balance as of May 31, 2010 $ 5.26
Receipts:
From Grand Treasurer 1819.10 $1,819.10
Total Receipts $1,824.34
Disbursements:
Phone $500.00
Supplies 434.59
Postage 833.66
Safety Deposit Box 50.85 $1819.10
Balance as of May 31, 2010 $ 5.26
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GRAND TREASURER’S REPORT
Lynda Williams, Grand Treasurer
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers:
It is a privilege for me to submit to you, my financial report for the
year 2010 -2011.
Another year of our Grand Chapter is very quickly coming to an end
and once again it has been a privilege for me to serve in the capacity
as your Grand Treasurer. I endeavoured to pay all warrants in a timely
manner and sent out all the quarterly reports. I continued to submit
these reports, via email whenever possible, thus saving time, paper
and postage. Our strong Canadian dollar and Brother Doug‟s ability to
pick up some of the items we require from General Grand Chapter,
has also helped in keeping expenses down. I would like to thank the
finance committee and investment council for their advice and
guidance and also the audit committee. It has been a pleasure working
with you.
Brother Doug, you assumed the office as our Grand Secretary with
such ease and I have enjoyed working with you. You have worked
diligently to find ways to curb our expenditures and your hard work is
appreciated by me and our Grand Chapter. I enjoy the relationship we
have cultivated over this past year and look forward to working with
you again in the coming year.
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry and Worthy Grand Patron,
Brother Ron, I have enjoyed being part of your Grand Family this
year. Your love, dedication and commitment to our Order is evident
in all you do. You have each surpassed the goals you set for your
special projects this year and are to be congratulated. I hope that your
year has been everything you dreamed it would be. I‟ve enjoyed
serving with you and wish you both much success in your session and
all the best in the years ahead.
Sister Mildred and Brother Allan, you will soon be taking the reins of
our Grand Chapter and I look forward to serving with you and being
part of your Grand Family in the coming year.
Now to my report.
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Respectfully submitted,
Lynda Williams
Grand Treasurer
GRAND CHAPTER OF NEW BRUNSWICK
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR
GRAND TREASURER’S FINANCIAL STATEMENT
JUNE 1, 2010 - MAY 31, 2011
GENERAL ACCOUNT
Bank Balance June 1, 2010 $ 14774.27 Receipts:
Received from Gr. Secretary $ 27499.58 Total Receipts:
$27499.58
$ 27499.58
Balance $ 42273.85
Disbursements: Warrants 1 - 49
Acadie Presse - Proceedings (Cogswell-King ’08 -‘09)
3929.01
Perfection Printing - Proceedings (Hutchin-Kuhn ’09 -‘10)
2016.98
Bill Boone - OES Webpage 278.11 Brenda Saunders - Printing Session
Booklets 746.67
Zygmunt Fine Jewellers - Refurbishing PGM Jewel
613.03
Zygmunt Fine Jewellers - Past Grand Patron’s Jewel
379.68
Grand Treasurer - Lynda Williams - Supplies & Postage
29.81
Grand Treasurer - Lynda Williams - Honourarium
400.00
Grand Secretary - Brenda Saunders - Honourarium
1200.00
Olive Trevors - Assistant to Grand Secretary
150.00
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Grand Chapter of New Brunswick - Petty Cash
1819.10
M & CW Hope Grant Ltd (Insurance) 859.00 Doug Swan, PGP - General Convenor - Banquet Tickets
1290.00
Grand Chapter 2011 - Betty Danks, PGM - General Convenor
2000.00
Rennie Ofton – MWGM - Room Payment ($369.51 US)
393.75
Fred Clarke – MWGP - Room Payment 317.19 Donna McEwen, PGM - MWGM Meals 39.00 Ebby Kuhn, PGP - Repair PGP Jewel 45.20 Lynn Hutchin, PGM - Gifts MWGM &
MWGP - July 2010 218.64
Bank Fees 50.52
$16775.69 ($16775.69) General Gr. Chapter – Supplies ($805.00 US)
844.86
General Gr. Chapter - Supplies($56.00 US) 64.87 General Gr. Chapter - Supplies($174.00US) 179.36 General Gr. Chapter - 35 yr. Pins ($53.00 US)
57.53
General Gr. Chapter - Headquarters Fund ($270.00 US)
293.06
General Gr. Chapter - Per Capita ($1560.00 US)
1693.22
$3132.90 ($3132.90) Travel Expenses WGM - Sherry Mitton - Travel Expenses 2456.30 WGP - Ron Oakley - Travel Allowance 800.00 DDGM - Mildred Homer - Assoc. Gr. Matron 209.50 DDGM - E. Jean Duncan - Gr. Cond. 60.00 DDGM - Nancy Keirstead - Assoc. Gr. Cond 180.00 DDGM - Brenda McGibbon 67.50 DDGM - Isabel Morton 65.00 $3838.30 ($3838.30)
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Donations: Phil Drader Coronation Chapter DeMolay 500.00 Codiac Assembly Rainbow 500.00 Eastern Star Magazine from Tobique
Chapter # 23 50.00
Memorial - WGM & WGP Special Project - Eileen Price, PGM
30.00
Memorial - WGM & WGP Special Project- Florence Wilson, PGM
30.00
NB Masonic Housing & Charities-Camp Goodtime-Prince Charles #27
25.00
Easter Seals - Camp Rotary Pottery (Hutchin-Kuhn’09 -‘10)
780.51
Canadian Cancer Society - Marjorie Colton - GGCCM
1720.50
Grand Chapter of NB - Service Dog Acct. - Debbie Hill, GGCCM
909.88
National Service Dogs - WGM Special Project
4072.97
IWK - Neonatal Unit - WGP Special Project 5320.00 $13938.86 ($13938.86) Total Disbursements $37685.75 ($37685.75) Bank Balance May 31, 2011 $4588.10 $4588.10
Investments: NIL
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GRAND CHAPTER OF NEW BRUNSWICK ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR
GRAND TREASURER’S FINANCIAL STATEMENT JUNE 1, 2010 - MAY 31, 2011
SPECIAL ACCOUNT
Bank Balance June 1, 2010 $ 4692.81 Receipts: Received from Grand Secretary
$ 7018.52
Total Receipts: $ 7018.52 $ 7018.52 Balance: $11711.33 Disbursements Transfer to Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship Fund $ 2500.00 Total Disbursements $ 2500.00 ($ 2500.00)
Bank Balance May 31, 2011 $ 9211.33
Investments: NIL
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GRAND CHAPTER OF NEW BRUNSWICK
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR GRAND TREASURER’S REPORT
JUNE 1, 2010 - MAY 31, 2011
LOTTIE L. KYLE SCHOLARSHIP AND EDUCATIONAL FUND
Bank Balance June 1, 2010 3019.64
Receipts:
Received from Gr. Secretary 2604.01
Transfer from Special Account 2500.00
Total Receipts 5104.01 $ 5104.01
Balance: $8123.65
Disbursements:
Lesley McBride 1000.00
Savannah Arsenault 500.00
Jessica Brown 500.00
Joyce Mattenthaler 500.00
Anna Beth Currie 200.00
Stephanie Eden 200.00
Aaron Fairweather 200.00
Nicholas Geldart 200.00
Sean Joudry 200.00
Teri Keirstead 200.00
Jared Lister 200.00
Kyleen McKinley 200.00
Pamela Morton 200.00
Jami Parisien 200.00
Adam Ross 200.00
Rondelle Spencer 200.00
Gregory Steele 200.00
Alexander Trevors 200.00
Kelly VanBuskirk 200.00
Total Disbursements $ 5500.00 ($ 5500.00) Bank Balance as of May 31, 2011 $ 2623.65
Available for Scholarships 2011 $ 2623.65
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GRAND CHAPTER OF NEW BRUNSWICK ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR
GRAND TREASURER’S FINANCIAL REPORT JUNE 1, 2010 - MAY 31, 2011
ESTARL FUND
Bank Balance June 1, 2010 $ 2557.38
Receipts:
Received from Gr. Secretary $ 3028.65
Received from Investment 1852.51
Total Receipts: $ 4881.16 $ 4881.16
Balance: $7438.54
Disbursements:
Acadia Divinity College – Carolyn Steeves 1500.00
Bethany Bible College – Sheilagh Murphy 1500.00
GIC Investment #BBLT - 00035 2200.00
Total Disbursements: $ 5200.00 ($ 5200.00) Bank Balance May 31, 2011 $ 2238.54 $ 2238.54
Investment:
GIC # BBLT - 00035 1 yr. @ 1.1500% 2200.00
Matures Aug. 12, 2011 - Interest $ 25.30 Bank Balance and Investments May 31, 2011
4438.54
Available for Scholarships 2011 $ 4438.54 $ 4438.54
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AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORT
June 1, 2010 to May 31, 2011
Presented by Brenda Saunders, PGM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Officers and Members
of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick, Order of the Eastern Star:
As your audit committee, we met on June 25th to examine the records
of the Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary and the supporting
documents for the year ending May 31st.
In our opinion, the attached Financial Statements accurately reflect the
financial operations of the Grand Chapter and its financial position as
of May 31st 2011.
We commend the Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary for their
diligence in carrying out their responsibilities during the year and
especially thank our Grand Treasurer Sister Lynda Williams for her
timely reporting of the quarterly results. We would also thank our
Grand Secretary Brother Doug Swan, PGP, for choosing to join us for
the Audit Committee review on June 28th.
Thank you Worthy Grand Matron for allowing us the privilege of
serving our Grand Chapter as members of this committee.
Respectively submitted
Brenda J. Saunders, PGM
Debbie Hill, GGCCM
Charlie A. Rafuse, PGP Chairperson
It was moved by Brenda Saunders that the reports of the Grand
Secretary and Grand Treasurer be lifted from the table and be
accepted as read. Seconded by Debbie Hill, GGCCM – Motion
carried.
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FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
210-2011
Graham Vincent, GGCCM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers.
The Finance Committee presents the following Report for the year
ending May 31, 2011.
The Committee approved Warrants 1-49 inclusive covering the
expenses of Grand Chapter. All Warrants were signed and forwarded
to the Grand Treasurer without delay.
On September 15, 2010 a meeting was held at Bathurst Chapter No.
22 prior to their meeting with the Finance Committee, Investment
Council and Grand Council. Several matters were discussed. One
important issue was the releasing of funds to the Grand Treasurer.
This matter was dealt with most efficiently by the Investment Council.
We extend appreciation to our Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer
for their dedication to the Order, and the efficient manner in which
they perform their duties.
Thank You, Worthy Grand Matron, for the privilege of serving on this
Committee
Respectfully submitted,
Audrey Sypher, PGM
Hazel Harris, PGM
Graham Vincent, GGCCM, Chairperson
Graham Vincent, GGCCM and Chairperson, moved the adoption of
this Report. This was seconded by Audrey Sypher, Past Grand
Matron. The Report was accepted as read.
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INVESTMENT COUNCIL REPORT
Norma Jean Belyea, PGM
June 1, 2010 to May 31, 2011
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, All Distinguished
Guests, Sisters and Brothers:
Usually Brother DeWitt and I have the responsibility of investing
funds only, but last year Brother Clinton Shaffer made the following
motion: “That the Investment Council, at their discretion, be given
the authority by this Grand Chapter to release money to the Finance
Committee as needed from Certificate No. 5080-8065148-13,
maturity date September 22, 2010.” This motion was duly seconded
and carried.
We examined the past three years‟ quarterly financial statements,
prepared an income and expense statement based on that information,
and a proposed similar statement for this year. We then met with the
Grand Council and the Finance Committee on September 15th to
discuss our finances and the proposal of this council. It was felt that if
any extra monies should be required to meet our expenses, it would
not be of an enormous amount, so the $26,000.00 referred to by
Brother Clinton was broken up into three investments, with two
portions being readily available. We all are very aware that the
interest rates have remained low, so the income on the “ready money”
investments will not amount to very much.
The $130,000.00 total investments with the TD Canada Trust are as
follows:
Issuer: The Toronto-Dominion Bank:
Number 8065148-16 “Premium Rate Redeemable” issued Sept. 22,
2010, matures Sept. 24, 2012, 1.5%, principal $3,000.00
Number 8065148-17 “Wait and See”, issued Sept. 22, 2010, matures
Sept. 22, 2011, .75%, principal $3,000.00
Issuer: TD Mortgage Corporation:
GIC Number 8065148-10
Issued Sept. 24, 2007, matures Sept. 24, 2012, 4.7%, principal
$26,000.00
GIC Number 8065148-11
Issued Sept. 22, 2008, matures Sept. 23, 2013, 4.5%, principal
$26,000.00
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GIC Number 8065148-12
Issued Sept. 22, 2009, matures Sept. 22, 2014, 3.0%, principal
$26,000.00
GIC Number 8065148-15
Issued Sept. 22, 2010, matures Sept. 23, 2013, 2.0%, principal
$20,000.00
Issuer: TD Pacific Mortgage Corporation:
GIC Number 8065148-14
Issued Sept. 22, 2006, matures Sept. 22, 2011, 4.0%, principal
$26,000.00
Brother DeWitt and I are investing on your behalf, and we appreciated
Brother Clinton‟s involvement last year. These monies belong to all
the members, and if you have any thoughts on the $26,000.00
maturing this September we would appreciate your suggestions being
brought forward under New Business. It should be noted that the
Finance Committee did not request additional funds during this year.
In order to have “ready cash” available, we anticipate reinvesting the
“Wait and See” certificate for another year. The Redeemable
certificate has another year to run, so that gives us $6,000.00 available
on short notice.
We are holding on to the Clarington Canadian Income Fund held by
CIBC Wood Gundy. The value of this investment on May 31st, 2011
was $22,657.60 and we have continued to receive a monthly dividend
of $145.35.
The income received during the period June 1, 2010 to May 31, 2011
was
$1,744.20 from CIBC Wood Gundy and
$5,274.32 from TD Canada Trust for a total of
$7,018.52 forwarded to the Grand Secretary as soon as
received.
Respectfully submitted,
Norma Jean Belyea, PGM
DeWitt Lister, PGP
Norma Jean Belyea, PGM, moved the acceptance of this Report.
DeWitt Lister, PGP seconded the motion. The Report was accepted as
read.
The Grand Marshal called the Friday Morning sessions from Labour
to Refreshment to re-convene at 2:00 PM sharp
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FRIDAY AFTERNOON
July 8, 2011
2:00 PM
The Friday Afternoon Session was preceded by a Musical Prelude
given by the Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, and the Assistant
Grand Organist, Jean Flewelling.
CALL TO ORDER
Donna Allen, GGCCM
And John Murray, PGP
Donna Allen, GGCCM:
It is an honour and pleasure for me, together with Brother John
Murray, Past Grand Patron to extend a welcome to each and every one
of you to the Friday Afternoon session of “The Open Circle" Grand
Chapter.
To our own members - You are the greatest. You and your devoted
service to our Order is an inspiration for us to continue to work
together and practice the principals to which our Order is dedicated.
We hope you have a Grand Chapter, and take our love to those who
could not be with us.
We are honoured to have special guests. To our many Distinguished
Guests and Visitors of the General Grand Chapter and other Grand
Jurisdictions, you have honoured us by your presence, and we trust
you will experience the true friendship and warmth of our hospitality
while you are with us. We appreciate the distances you have traveled
to carry Fraternal greetings of your respective Grand Jurisdictions.
We thank you for being with us and hope you will be able to relax and
continue to enjoy our sessions.
Brother John, it is a pleasure to share the East with you. May we hear
from you at this time?
John Murray, PGP: Good Afternoon Sisters and Brothers;
It is once again a distinct pleasure to join Sister Donna in the East for
the purpose of opening this Friday Afternoon Session of this "The
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Open Circle" Session of Grand Chapter. I join with Donna in
extending a warm Fraternal Greeting and Welcome to all our
Members and visitors, especially Sister Margaret. I hope you will be
able to stay for the remainder of our sessions and that your visit with
us will be an enjoyable and rewarding one. This is a great time of year
as we visit with friends, renew old friendships and make new ones
while accomplishing the Grand Chapter business. This is your Grand
Chapter so let‟s all work together for good of our beautiful order. We
are especially proud of our General Grand Chapter Committee
members and most especially proud of this one here, Sister Donna my
own Worthy Grand Matron. This afternoon will be saddened
somewhat as we remember the Sisters and brothers who have left us
this past year. And remember lets be like the Canada goose and stay
in formation and help each other.
The Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and other Grand
Officers entered the Grand Chapter Room.
Donna Allen, GGCCM:
To you, Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron, and all of
your Committees, we thank you for your "labours of love" given for
the good of others. To this Grand Family, you have worked together,
shared together, and grown together ... hopefully you are each
learning from one another also. You have grown to love each other
and have become a tightly knit family. You have worked hard,
Remember to enjoy each day of this Session.
The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were presented
West of the Altar for introduction
Donna Allen, GGCCM:
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry, and Worthy Grand Patron,
Brother Ron, it has been a short twelve months since you were
installed as our Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron. The
manner in which you have served has endeared you to the members of
our Grand Jurisdiction, and you will find the reward for your service
in the Love of the friends you have made.
Sister Sherry you have been fulfilling the responsibilities associated
with your title. As you now come to the close of your term, I'm sure
you stand happy and confident in the knowledge of a task well done.
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Brother Ron, you have shown a strong sense of loyalty and complete
dedication to living and teaching the ideals of the Order of the Eastern
Star. Working together you have developed a year for this Grand
Chapter which has been productive and has carried on the tradition of
Fraternal Love and Accomplishment.
John Murray, PGP: Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand Matron and Brother Ron, Worthy Grand
Patron welcome to the Friday Afternoon session of your Grand
Chapter. I thank you for the privilege and the honour of being asked
to assist Sister Donna, my own Worthy Grand Matron, in opening this
Friday afternoon session of "The Open Circle Grand Chapter.
I congratulate you both for good year of service to our Grand Chapter
of New Brunswick. You have traveled many miles and made many
new friends in this and other jurisdictions. I hope you have
accomplished most if not all of what you planed to do. You will soon
be able to relax a bit and look back and reflect on your
accomplishments and the special bond you form with each other and
your Grand Family.
Sister Sherry, I have known you since I first started coming to Grand
Chapter as you were always one of the nurses that we always had in
attendance. This showed back then the interest and dedication that you
had for or Order.
Brother Ron, I have known you for many years, since you joined our
Blue Lodge in Shediac and have watched with interest your
advancement through the Blue Lodge and through the Order of the
Eastern Star. You have always been a hard and dedicated worker in
anything you take on, and you have once again shown that trait, as
you have accomplished much this past year in spite some health
problems and I commend you on it. We have traveled many miles
together and I look forward to many more as we support this beautiful
Order. God Bless.
The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were escorted
to the East and extended the Grand Honours.
Sister Donna, Past Grand Matron, presented the Worthy Grand
Matron, Sister Sherry, with her gavel.
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The Grand Officers assumed their Stations.
Sherry Mitton, WGM
Sister Donna and Brother John, thank you for opening this Friday
afternoon session and for your kind words. I thank you both for your
friendship and value your willingness to serve on various committees
in this Grand Chapter.
Sister Donna, please accept this gift as a token of our friendship.
Ron Oakley, WGP:
Sister Donna and Brother John, what a pleasure it is to have you open
this Friday afternoon Session. Sister Donna, it is always a pleasure to
have you around. Your pleasant smile and attitude really brightens
things up. I can remember the night at Zetland Chapter when I
announced I was going to let my name stand at Grand Chapter. What
a pleased look was on your face – Thank you. Brother John, we have
known each other a long time and have travelled many miles together.
You are one of the most faithful followers I know. Thank you for your
friendship
Brother John, please accept this gift as a token of our friendship
WELCOMES
Sherry Mitton, WGM: Welcome back!
We will now have a solo by Jeanne Wheelock, PGM
At this time a beautiful Solo, “I’ll Walk With God” was sung by
Jeanne Wheelock, PGM. Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand Matron,
thanked Jeanne for singing that beautiful solo.
INVOCATION
By Anne Morton, PGM
Almighty God, we come to you this afternoon, to give thanks and
praise to you for this day and for the privilege of gathering together as
members in an Organization that has for its inspiration the Star in the
East.
We ask your blessing on all who are assembled here, and those who
are absent because of sickness and sorrow.
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Bless our Worthy Grand Matron & Worthy Grand Patron. We pray
that you will give them both wisdom and patience as they preside
during these sessions.
The next day and a half will try our patience, and our bodies and
minds will become weary as we strive to complete the duties for
which we are assembled. With your loving spirit to guide us in all our
deliberations, our task will be accomplished in the allotted time.
May we be considerate of the feelings of others, just in our dealings,
but firm in our convictions as we work together toward one common
goal.
All of which we ask for thy name‟s sake. Amen.
Doug Swan, PGP, Grand Secretary, read the minutes of the
Friday morning session. They were approved
EASTERN STAR MAGAZINE REPORT
OES Magazine Report 2011
Don Williams, Past Patron
WGM, WPG, Distinguished East, Sisters& Brothers,
It has been another great year for our Eastern Star Magazine and I
want to thank all the chapters and individuals who continue to support
our magazine with their special chapter events, their donations and
subscriptions.
We have maintained the 36 page format this year, which allows us to
put more news and photos in each issue. Our focus continues to be on
chapter news, member milestones, appointments and Grand Chapter
special events. Have an idea for a new page -let us know. This is your
magazine and we're only as good as you make us!
In February of this year, in an attempt to improve the quality of our
magazine, we tried a new and promising printer. Unfortunately they
did not live up to their promise and we have returned to our printer of
the last four years.
Sister Dorothy Stewart, who hails from Dalhousie, became our new
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Homemaker Page contributor and has done a great job, especially
with the addition of the hard-to-get Low Cal, Diabetic & Gluten Free
recipes our members are enjoying.
As it is impossible for Sister Lynda and I to be everywhere, we
appreciate those who are taking photos and reporting on special
events in each of the four corners of the province. We rely on chapter
press correspondents, secretaries and individual members for input
and thank all those who have continued to send photos & other
content. If your chapter is not currently represented, volunteer to be a
press correspondent.
To our Grand Representatives we urge you to consider the purchase
of a magazine subscription for your counterpart. Judging from
responses, they really enjoy reading the news of our great jurisdiction.
Let us also not forget those who have paved the way before us! In our
chapters, consider the purchase of a subscription for our older and
shut-in members, who are no longer able to attend your meetings.
This would make a great gift at Christmas or any special event such
as attaining a 50 year membership or milestone birthday.
Many hands go into the production, printing and mailing of your
magazine and I wish to acknowledge and thank the following
committee members for all their dedication & hard work this year.
Magazine Committee:
Donna Allen, GGCCM - Publication Chairman
Don Williams, Gr. Sent- General Editor, Format & Printing
Dorothy Allan, PM- Secretary/Treasurer
Elaine MacLean, PGM-Advertising
Sylvia Bannister, PM-Subscriptions
Colin Allen, PP - Distribution
Lynda Williams Gr. Treas.-OES News, Memorials & Greetings
Dorothy Stewart, PM-Home Maker Page
Mildred Homer, AGM-Star Crafts
Sydney Butland, PP- Programs & Tributes
On behalf of Sister Donna and the entire magazine committee, I wish
to thank this Grand Chapter for its' ongoing support and
encouragement. It is greatly appreciated as we strive to bring the best
possible magazine to our sisters & brothers here and around the
world.
It was moved by Don Williams, Grand Sentinel and seconded by
Donna Allen, GGCCM that the report be accepted. Motion Carried
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NEW BRUNSWICK EASTERN STAR MAGAZINE
FINANCIAL REPORT
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers. I am pleased to present the following report of
another successful year for the N.B. Eastern Star Magazine for the
period April 1st 2010 to March 31
st 2011
Balance April 1, 2010
Donations Subscriptions Memorials Christmas Greetings Advertising Thank you's Misc.
Total Receipts
Printing
Postage
Bank Charges
Honorarium
Supplies
Memorials (Magazine members)
Balance March 31, 2011
RECEIPTS
$ 485.00
$4507.33
$ 230.00
$1025.00
$1098.00
$ 55.00
$190.00
$7590.33
EXPENDITURES
$4032.97
$ 935.24
$ 72.58
$1000.00
$ 333.66
$ 40.00
$6414.45
8150.84
7590.33
6414.45
9326.72
It is because of the many volunteer hours the committee give that we
have this balance. Brother Don Williams Grand Sentinel has the
magazine printer ready; Sister Lynda Williams Grand Treasurer
assists him with the write-up, Greetings etc. Brother Colin Allen gets
the magazines ready for distribution; Sister Elaine Maclean PGM
handles Advertising and Sister Sylvia Bannister PM the Subscriptions,
all other committee members contribute as well under our leadership
of Chairman Sister Donna Allen GGCCM. Our success depends upon
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the support of our members and the chapters through Subscriptions,
advertising, donations, and Christmas Greetings .I thank you for your
support.
It was moved by Dorothy Allan, PM and seconded by Donna Allen
GGCCM, that the financial report be accepted as read. Motion
carried
The alarm rang on the magazine table – winners were Betty Danks,
PGM and Joan Curran, PM.
June Rafuse reported on the Eastern Star Journal. She requested
members to send her articles for her to submit to the Journal
LOTTIE L. KYLE SCHOLARSHIP
Eleanor Butland, Chairman
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests,
Sisters and Brothers:
We, the members of the Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship Committee, have
enjoyed serving you and the Grand Chapter this year as we reviewed
seventeen applications and awarded scholarships to the deserving
candidates. Since we felt all applications were deserving in various
ways, we awarded scholarships to all applicants although many
received much less money than we would have liked to award.
The lack of money to properly fund this project is an ongoing concern
of the Committee and an appeal was made this year for each chapter
to raise additional funds with a special project. Hopefully, this will
give the committee this year more money. As you know, with Grand
Chapter widening the application process to include grandchildren,
many more requests are made each year.
The Committee would like to congratulate the following applicant
who received the Lottie L. Kyle Memorial Scholarship:
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NAME OF RECIPIENT AMOUNT SPONSORED BY:
Lesley McBride,
Richmond Settlement, NB $1000.00 Victoria # 1, Woodstock
Savannah Arseneault,
Lakeville West, NB $500.00 Zetland # 26, Shediac
Jessica Brown, Lower
Coverdale, NB $500.00 Fidelity # 36, Riverview
Joyce Mattenthaler,
Dartmouth, NS $500.00
Fort Monkton # 11, Port
Elgin
Anna Beth Currie,
Miramichi, NB $200.00
Prince Charles # 27,
Miramichi
Stephanie Eden, Arthur,
ON $200.00
Saint John # 14, Saint
John
Aaron Fairweather,
Rothesay, NB $200.00
Remembrance # 30,
Minto
Nicholas Geldart,
Salisbury, NB $200.00
Lady Alexander # 24,
Campbellton
Sean Joudry, Halifax, NS $200.00 Frank H. Tingley # 5,
Moncton
Teri Keirstead, St. George,
NB $200.00 Granite # 15, St. George
Jared Lister, Moncton, NB $200.00 Unity # 35, Harvey
Kyleen McKinley,
Riverview, NB $200.00
Winston Churchill # 19,
Riverside-Albert
Pamela Morton, Lower
Coverdale, NB $200.00
Winston Churchill # 19,
Riverside-Albert
Jami Parisien, Letang, NB $200.00 Granite # 15, St. George
Adam Ross, Rusagonis,
NB $200.00
Hillcrest # 40,
Boiestown
Rondelle Spencer,
Boiestown, NB $200.00
Hillcrest # 40,
Boiestown
Gregory Steele,
Nauwigewauk, NB $200.00
Lord Beaverbrook # 33,
Hampton
Alexander Trevors,
Miramichi, NB $200.00
Prince Charles # 27,
Miramichi
Kelly Van Buskir,
Moncton, NB $200.00 Zetland # 26, Shediac
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These were very worthy students who excelled in academic work or
volunteer work within their community. We wish them success as
they pursue their future careers. We would like to thank all the
chapters who sponsored these students. We appreciate the work done
by the Chapter Secretaries in identifying these young people and then
seeing that their applications were properly completed.
Finally we would like to thank all the chapters and their members who
have supported this cause. We trust you will take pleasure in knowing
that your money has aided some child along the way.
Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship Committee
Eleanor Butland, Chairperson
Linda Boone
Wilma Spencer
Shirley Kraglund
It was moved by Shirley Kraglund and seconded by Marilyn
Hutchinson, that the report be accepted. Motion carried.
Mickie King did not have anything to report on Membership there by
submitting a nil report.
OES WEB ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Lynne Hatt, PGM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers
Just when I thought I had a handle on the workings of our Webpage it
all changed!
And to tell the truth I am more than a little overwhelmed with it all.
As I had said before I took on this “labour of love” I am the next best
thing to computer illiterate!
It is going to take a lot of time to get the webpage back to where it
was and time is not what I have much of. I am willing to work at it bit
by bit BUT if there is anyone who is interested in taking this over and
working with Bill I would happily pass it on!
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If you are having problems getting on our site as a registered member,
email me. I will have to add you again, as there are very few
registered members right now.
I did put the directory of Chapters on the site as was permitted by the
membership at last years Sessions.
Brother Bill suggests that we not have to be registered to have access
the information on our site. He realizes the concerns of privacy and
spam but the Masonic site has had none of these problems. I agree
with him and as a member of the Advisory Committee would like to
recommend that we omit the registry.
Once again I will state that Brother Bill Boone is my lifeline when it
comes to our Webpage and he is one very patient man. I am always
asking questions and for instruction on how to do the simplest tasks
but it‟s all different with this server. He tells me that I will find it
more user friendly but I am afraid but the time that it happens we will
have to start anew again!
I am in hopes that my next report will be of progress and lessons
learned!
Fraternally submitted
Lynne Hatt Assistant Web Administrator
Web Advisory Committee
Mildred Homer AGM
John Murray PGP
Lynne moved the adoption of the report and it was seconded by John
Murray
Sherry Mitton, WGM
At this time we will pause to pay tribute to our Sisters and Brothers
who have departed from us. We will now have the report of the Grand
Chaplain.
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GRAND CHAPLAIN’S REPORT
Keith Trenholm, Grand Chaplain
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, distinguished east
sisters and brothers. It is with deepest regret that we mourn the
passing of 85 members of 8 Grand Jurisdictions in Canada, 31 Grand
Jurisdictions in the United States and 1 Grand Jurisdiction in Bolivia.
These include:
1 Most Worthy Grand Patron – Brother Frederick W. Clarke
1 Past Most Worthy Grand Matron
1 Past Most Worthy Grand Patron
1 Worthy Grand Matron
32 Past Grand Matrons
45 Past Grand Patrons
1 Grand Sentinel
1 Grand Warder
1 Grand Treasurer Emeritus
1 Grand Trustee Emeritus
Expressions of sympathy were sent to all Grand Jurisdictions.
Our own Grand Jurisdiction was saddened by the deaths of Sister
Florence Wilson PGM and Sister Eileen Price PGM. Fraternal love
and sympathy was extended to their families.
Loving memories never die
As the years roll on and days pass by,
Deep in our hearts a memory is kept
Of the ones loved and will never forget.
Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron, I thank you for the
privilege of serving this Grand Chapter and also for the honour
bestowed on Fidelity Chapter #36.
Respectfully submitted,
Keith Trenholm
Grand Chaplain
Keith Trenholm, Grand Chaplain, moved the acceptance of his
Report. The Report was accepted as read.
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The following Memorials were read:
Eileen Price, Past Grand Matron,
By Carol Sutherland, Past Grand Matron
EILEEN PRICE
Worthy Grand Matron 1968-1969
It is with sorrow we announce the passing of Sister Eileen Price on
November 29, 2010. Sister Eileen passed away peacefully at
Lakeview Manor Nursing Home, following a brief illness at the age of
93 years. She was the wife of the Late George Sheldon "Dewey"
Price.
Born in Saint-John, NB on November 7, 1917, Eileen was the
daughter of the late Emma and Mont Mersereau. She enjoyed
spending time at her cottage in Portage Vale and visiting her extended
family and friends in Hoyt, NB. She was a member of St. Andrews
Presbyterian Church. Eileen was a long time member of the Order of
the Eastern Star and the I.O.D.E. and she was very active in both
organizations in her younger years. She enjoyed the many activities
and functions of both organizations and the many friends that were
made through them. Eileen was a Past Matron, Frank H. Tingley
Chapter # 5 O.E.S., Past Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter of NB
O.E.S., GGCCM on Heart in the General Grand Chapter, Past Regent
Westmorland Chapter I.O.D.E., Past Queen of NEREIDES Temple #
78, Daughters of the Nile. She is survived by her son: John of Portage
Vale and friend: Grace Dobson of Moncton. Eileen was predeceased
by her sister: Madeline Mersereau. A private graveside service was
held at Fair Haven Memorial Gardens
In Sister Eileen‟s memory, I leave this verse
Our Sister has carried her light
To brighten some heavenly hall
Dropping her cares and bowing her head
She answered her Masters call
The light of her life continues to shine
Reflecting her kindness and love
In our memory she lives though she has gone on
To the light of the Grand Chapter above
The sympathy of this Grand Chapter and this Grand
Jurisdiction, is extended to her son John, Grace, her relatives, friends
and members of Frank H. Tingley Chapter No. 5 in Moncton, NB
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Florence Edna Wilson
By Betty Danks, PGM
FLORENCE EDNA WILSON
Worthy Grand Matron, 1986 – 1987
Florence Edna Wilson, Past Grand Matron of New Brunswick,
Order of the Eastern star, passed away on Saturday April 16, 2011.
Florence served as Worthy Grand Matron of New Brunswick in 1986-
87. Her Worthy Grand Patron was Brother Clinton Shaffer, Past
Grand Patron.
Sister Florence was the wife of the late Gideon A. Wilson. Born
in Saint John on January 13, 1916, she was a daughter of the late
Frederick W. and Bertha E. Pyke.
Florence lived most of her life in Saint John. She was a member
of St. James Anglican Church, Lakewood. She and her husband Gid
enjoyed many happy times with the Couples‟ Club. Florence was an
active member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She joined Devon
Chapter #37 in Fredericton NB in June of 1952 – she was a Charter
member of Devon Chapter, later becoming a Life Member. She
served as their Worthy Matron from 1958-1959, Grand Representative
to eth State of New York 1961-1963; Secretary 1960-1963. Sister
Florence affiliated with Lord Beaverbrook Chapter # 33, Hampton, in
October, 1966, serving as secretary for several terms. She was their
Worthy Matron for two terms and made a Life Member in 1997. She
served our Grand Chapter as Grand Chaplain in 1973-1974, Grand
Secretary 1975-1979 and Worthy Grand Matron in 1986-1987. She
served as the subscription Manager for the O.E.S. Magazine for ten
years – 1989-1999. Florence and Gid had many fond memories of
their travels and time spent with their Eastern Star friends.
Florence was a 50 year member of the former Lady Ashburnham
Circle of the International Order of the King‟s Daughters and Sons.
She held executive positions in the Saint John City Union and
Provincial Branch. She was also a former member of the Nereides
Temple of the Daughters of the Nile. She enjoyed knitting, crossword
puzzles, reading, and playing cards with her friends, but her greatest
joy was her family, and especially her three grandchildren and her
great grandson, Owen.
Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
Florence is survived by her daughter, Dianne E. Belyea (Eric) of
Rothesay; granddaughter Amanda J. Belyea (Jim McNeice) of Tralee,
Ireland; grandsons Andrew E. Belyea (Dawn) of Rothesay and
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Michael Belyea of South Korea; and her pride and joy, great grandson
Owen Belyea and step great granddaughters Lily and Allison.
The funeral service was held from St. James Anglican Church
(Lakewood), 2000 Loch Lomond Road, on Thursday, April 21, 2011
at 11:00 AM.
FREDERICK W. CLARKE
WORTHY GRAND PATRON, NS & PEI 1987-1988
MOST WORTHY GRAND PATRON, 2009-2010
GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER
By Marjorie Colton, GGCCM
It is with extreme sorrow that we announce the passing of our
beloved Brother Fred Clarke on December 28, 2010 in Kentville,
Nova Scotia.
Brother Fred began his Eastern Star journey when he was
initiated into Mayflower Chapter, No. 2, Aylesford, Nova Scotia on
March 14, 1961, where he served twice as Worthy Patron. In 1962-
1963, when Laurel Chapter No. 67, Berwick, Nova Scotia was
instituted and constituted, Brother Fred and Sister Margaret performed
the degree work as Worthy Patron and Worthy Matron. At that time
he affiliated with Laurel Chapter as a Charter Member and served the
chapter as Worthy Patron six times.
Brother Fred was appointed Grand Representative of Alabama,
1984-1985. He was elected Grand Sentinel in 1986 and in 1987 was
elected Worthy Grand Patron and presided with Sister Barbara B.
Bowser, Worthy Grand Matron, over the “Mountains of Friendship”
Grand Chapter Session held in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia in July 1988.
Brother Fred began his journey in the General Grand Chapter
when he was appointed a Committee Member on Fraternal Relations,
1991-1994. In 1994 he was elected as Right Worthy Grand Trustee
and served nine years, the last three years as Chairman. In 2003 he
was elected Right Worthy Grand Sentinel for a three year term. In
2006 he was elected Right Worthy Associate Grand Patron and
elected Most Worthy Grand Patron in November, 2009 to serve with
Sister Rennie Ofton, Past Grand Matron of Texas and Most Worthy
Grand Matron. The triennium “The Nature of God‟s Love Around the
World” will be held in Fort Worth, Texas in November 2012.
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Brother Fred was a Life Member of Laurel Chapter, No. 67 and
held Honorary Memberships in many Chapters and Grand Chapters
throughout the world.
Brother Fred was also very active in the Masonic Fraternity.
He served as Grand Master of Nova Scotia in 1990-1991 and Grand
High Priest of the Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons in 2002-2003
and recently received the Order of the Purple Cross.
Brother Fred and Sister Margaret travelled near and far over the
years attending Eastern Star and Masonic meetings and functions and
Brother Fred will be sorely missed by his many friends around the
world.
The sincere sympathy of this Grand Chapter is extended to his
devoted wife of 55 years, Sister Margaret, Past Grand Matron and
Worthy Grand Esther, his four sons, daughters-in-law and eleven
grandchildren and to the members of his chapter, Laurel Chapter, No.
67.
“In the garden of remembrance
There’s a little sheltered spot
Fragrant with the bloom and beauty
Of the sweet forget-me-not.
And no flower in life’s garden,
Fairer, brighter grew
Than the little flower that whispered,
Always we will remember you.”
The New Brunswick Members extend our sincere sympathies to Sister
Margaret and to the Grand Chapter of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward
Island
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NECROLOGY COMMITTEE REPORT
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers, we wish to dedicate this portion of our "Open
Circle” Session to the comfort of those who have lost loved ones
during the past year. Our sympathy is extended to the families of
those loved ones who have past.
Respectfully Submitted
Edna Clouston, PM (22)
Nancy Keirstead, PM (19)
Lorraine Fullarton (3)
NECROLOGY REPORT
2010 – 2011
Victoria #1 Paul Gardner
Mildred Nason
Marion McLellan
Ruth Patterson
Audrey Slipp
Celestial #3 Mary Constable
John R MacDonald
Queen Mary #4 Lewis Allan
Kathleen Richardson
Elsie Webber
Frank H. Tingley #5 Robert Douglas
Eileen Price, PGM
St. Stephen #8 Moira Bartlett
Lloyd McKenzie
Elizabeth Smith
Electa #9 Pearl Everett
Marjorie Mason
Fort Monckton #11 Alvin Landsburg
Dora Munson
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Saint John #14 Lorna Connell
Muriel Howard
Alice Herrington
Heather March
Mildred Nason
Peter Petrovitch
Granite #15 Lorna Connel
Bertha Hatt
Margaret Miles
Sanford Scott
Philip A. Jerguson #18 Dorothy Beasley
Mary Belyea
Mildred Murphy
Winston Churchill #19 Eleanor Duffy
Muriel; Stevens
Bathurst #22 Fenton Daley
Jean Morris
Hilda Rodgers
Leah Schryer
Tobique #23 -----------
Lady Alexander #24 Thelma Rae Girvan
Marion Harper
Helen Webber
Zetland #26 Herbert Bateman
Lillian Gesner
David Kaye
Jessie Murray
Marilyn Wallace
Prince Charles #27 -----------
Remembrance #30 Doug Chase
Georgie Donaldson
Eleanor Duffy
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Lord Beaverbrook #33 Cecil Reid
Joan Withers
Nancy Wetmore
Unity #35 Kathleen Gillrie
Fidelity #36 Clifford Lee
Audrey Wood
Devon #37 Paul Adair
Blaine Calhoun
Ruth MacLeod
Charlotte Madson
Hazel Sanborn
Helen Smith
Hillcrest #40 Blaine Calhoun
Marion Hovey
Prince Andrew #42 Margaret Gilks
Jessie A. Hovey
Robert Wallace
MEMORIAL SERVICE
A beautiful Memorial Service was carried out by the members of
Bathurst Chapter # 22
Narrator Edna Clouston, PM
Adah Hazel Harris, PGM
Ruth Joyce Spence, PM
Esther Dorothy Stewart, PM
Martha Peggy Jagoe, PM
Electa Donna McEwen, PGM
Chaplain Murray Clouston, PGP
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Narrator
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Sisters and Brothers
We are assembled together to pay tribute to our members who has
gone to their eternal rest. They received their call and have answered
to "a place not made with hands eternal in the Heavens" and to this
place we may follow. They have fought the good fight! They have
finished the course; they have kept the faith.
From the great source of knowledge, "Our Holy Bible",
comes the teachings of our beautiful Eastern Star. It is in the practise
of these lessons that we find strength, hope and love so we can have
eternal life.
They slipped away to follow the star
In a land beyond our sight
And we know that they journey there as here
In the beautiful Eastern Star light.
No matter how winding the labyrinth
They know each step of the way.
With these faces towards the East they are glorified
In the land of Eternal day
I place this scroll with the names of the 65 members who have
gone home to be with our Heavenly Father.
We place these flowers of resurrection in hope of a happy
reunion with those who has gone before.
ADAH
These flowers, like the blue of the heavens to which we raise our eyes
as Adah teaches. Fidelity to kindred and friends and reminds us to be
faithful to all our obligations.
RUTH
Like the warm sunshine in our hearts in the memory of these yellow
flowers we are reminder of our departed members. Ruth teaches the
lesson of unmatched devotion of family. No matter how lowly our
stations in life we can have faithful obedience to the demand of
honour and justice.
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ESTHER
White flowers speak to us the celestial state and so with pure and
loving thought and in reverent memory Esther teaches love, courage,
faith, loyalty and might as Queen Esther was ready to give up her life
and power to save her people from destruction.
May we also give joy to others by a pure and upright life.
MARTHA
The hope of immortality is associated with the evergreen. So would
we believe that those of our fraternal household wait for us. Martha
teaches that by faith in God we shall have the reward of eternal life,
and it will lighten the burden of sorrow.
ELECTA
The warmth of loving acts shall spread to the soul. The fervency of
Electa's prayer is represented in these red flowers. From the second
Epistle of John we learn of Charity and Hospitality and of love and
loyalty of the Christian faith. The greatest of these is love, love of
God, love for our Sister and Brothers and love of truth.
CHAPLAIN Most Gracious and Loving Father, we accept Thy promise of a future
life, and know that it is true. We know that because of Thy love we
shall be united again in that "place not made with hands' eternal in the
Heavens". The golden links from the chain that is broken shall be
found, whole and perfect, when we shall have finished our service
here on Earth. Believing this, trusting Thy love to bring us all safely
unto You, we bow before Thee in gratitude and praise. We thank
Thee for this Hour of Memory. AMEN
The CHOIR sang: "The Beautiful Garden of Prayer"
The Altar was lovingly draped in memory of our departed members
The Closing Ode, “The King Of Love” was sung, and the Grand
Marshal, proclaimed these Sessions called from Labour to Rest to
reconvene on Saturday Morning, July 9th at 8:45 AM SHARP!
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IN MEMORIAM
This page is lovingly dedicated
In Memory
Of the
SISTERS AND BROTHERS
Of the Subordinate Chapters
Of New Brunswick
And
Other Grand Jurisdictions
Who Have Been Called to Rest
2010 – 2011
“When those we love have stepped across
The threshold of God`s door
They leave behind the memories
That make us love them more.”
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SATURDAY MORNING SESSION
July 9, 2011
8:45 AM
The Saturday Morning Session was preceded by a Musical Prelude
given by the Grand Organist, Norma Caswell and the Assistant Grand
Organist, Jean Flewelling.
The Grand Choir entered the Chapter Room singing “Rejoice The
Lord Is King”.
CALL TO ORDER
Debbie Hill, GGCCM and
Doug Swan, PGP and Grand Secretary
Debbie Hill, GGCCM:
Good morning and welcome to the 81st Open Circle, Saturday
Morning Session Grand Chapter Session.
I hope each of you enjoyed the banquet and entertainment last
evening.
Welcome to our visitors from far and wide and I hope you are
enjoying your visit and will come back often. To the New Brunswick
members, thank you for attending this very important session. This
morning we will be choosing the future of our Grand Chapter and
your input is very important. To all the Sisters and Brothers who
names will be brought forward during our elections, thank you for
your dedication to our order. Again welcome to each of you.
Bro Doug may we hear from you
Doug Swan, PGP: Good morning and welcome to this, our last day of the Open Circle
Grand Chapter Session. I hope the many hours you have spent with
us will give you many memories to take home. I hope everyone is
well rested and ready to begin the business of the day. Today, not
only do we elect our Grand Officers, we also make decision on new
business that arises. Thank you all for being here.
The Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and Grand Officers
were invited in to the Chapter Room
The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were presented
west of the Altar
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Debbie Hill, GGCCM:
Sister Sherry welcome to your Saturday Morning Session. Word
cannot express how proud I am of my Grand Ruth. I attended many
of your official visits and enjoyed myself immensely. Sherry I hope
all of your dreams have come true this last year and I will welcome
you as our newest Past Grand Matron.
Brother Ron, a very warm welcome to you to. It was great to watch
you enjoying yourself and you have been a wonderful Worthy Grand
Patron. As one of your Worthy Matrons this past year I again want to
thank you for choosing such a beautiful fun symbol, not only was it
beautiful but it was so easy to find. I hope all of your dreams have
come true and I look forward to welcoming you as a Past Grand
Patron.
Brother Doug may we hear from you.
Doug Swan, PGP:
Sister Sherry and Brother Ron – welcome to your final day of your
Open Circle Session.
Sister Sherry, my fraternal daughter, we have watched with pride as
you journeyed to becoming a Worthy Grand Matron. We trust you
enjoyed your journey and will soon be joining the Past Grand‟s at the
end of the line
Brother Ron, despite hitting a few bumps in the road, we do hope you
had a GOODYEAR – I am not sure if you had GOODYEAR tires on
your car when you hit these bumps, but everything worked out well. I
hope you have enjoyed your year and in a short time we will welcome
you into the ranks of the Past Grand‟s
Thank you for the honour of opening our Saturday Morning Session.
Debbie Hill, GGCCM
Sister Sherry and Brother Ron thank you for asking me to open this
Saturday morning session and for the opportunity to share the east
with my own Brother Doug.
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The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were escorted
to the East and were extended the Grand Honours
Sister Debbie presented Sister Sherry with her gavel.
The Grand Officers assumed their stations
Sherry Mitton, WGM:
Sister Debbie and Brother Doug, thank you for opening the Saturday
morning meeting of “The Open Circle” Session of Grand Chapter. It
means so much to me to have my fraternal Mom and Dad open this
session. You are both very special to me.
Sister Debbie, please accept this gift as a token of friendship.
.
Ron Oakley, Worthy Grand Patron:
I, too, wish to thank you for opening our Saturday morning session on
this the final day of Grand Chapter. Sister Debbie, you are such a
good person to have open this session – you always keep people in
line and accounted for, as the cruise people found out in January. A
job well done.
Brother Doug, it is indeed a pleasure to have you here. Usually when I
try to contact you, you‟re away, out for coffee, or busy on the phone.
Now that you are retired, it is nice to see you are so busy. How did
you find time to work? Please accept this gift as a token of our thanks.
A beautiful Duet, entitled "You Raise Me Up" was sung by Isabel
Morton, DDGM and Audrey Sypher, PGM.
Sister Sherry thanked them for the Duet
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The Invocation was given by Jean Belding, PGM
INVOCATION
Jean Belding, PGM
This is the day which the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in
it. (Psalms 118:24)
Let us pray. Our most Heavenly Father we pause to thank Thee for the
many blessings you have so freely bestowed upon us. We bow before
Thee with gratitude in our hearts, gratitude that has taught us a way of
life of brotherhood, a way of love, and a way of thoughtfulness of
others.
We pray for Thy guidance as we begin the tasks of the day, and
especially for wisdom to guide us in the selection of those who will
become our leaders in the years ahead. Endue them with a just
appreciation of the responsibilities they are about to assume, and grant
them courage and strength to perform their duties wisely and
unselfishly for the good of the Order.
We would ask Thy blessing upon each member present. We pray for
those, who because of illness, have not been able to attend and for
those who have been sadly bereaved. Be very near to each, in comfort
and to strengthen them.
Direct us Lord in all our ways, that we may glorify Thy holy name.
This we ask in Jesus name and for his sake. Amen
The opening Ode “Morning Has Broken” was sung.
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PRESENTATION OF GUESTS NOT PREVIOUSLY
INTRODUCED
General Grand Chapter Committee Members
Gail Cook Necrology Canadian Chair and Past Grand Matron
of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
Vernal (Mac) Blakely - Chapter Restoration and Past Grand
Patron of Maine
Past Grand Matrons of New Brunswick
Jean Belding
Hilda Shaffer
Past Grand Patron of New Brunswick
Clinton Shaffer
Past Grand Matron of other Grand Jurisdictions
Cynthia Lewis of Maine
Phyllis Blakely of Maine
Marion Buchan of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
The Elected Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions\
Rebecca D Johnson Associate Grand Conductress of Maine
Irma Maxwell Associate Grand Conductress of Nova Scotia
and Prince Edward Island
Appointed Grand Officer
Robin S Lane Grand Esther of New Hampshire
Grand Representatives
Glendon Hill of Minnesota in New Brunswick
Don Clark of Oregon in New Brunswick
Shirley A Lane of New Brunswick in New Hampshire
The Grand Secretary, Doug Swan, PGP, read the minutes of the
Friday Afternoon Session. They were approved as read.
Peggy Jagoe, WM, presented the second report of the Credential
Committee
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SECOND REPORT OF CREDENTIAL COMMITTEE
Peggy Jagoe, Worthy Matron, Bathurst Chapter #22, Bathurst
The Credentials Committee submits its Second Report as of July 9th 2011 Grand Offices of New Brunswick Includes 1 Past Grand Patron 18
Most Worthy Grand Matron & Most Worthy Grand Patron 0
Past Most Worthy Grand Matron & Past Most Worthy Grand Patron 0
Elected General Grand Chapter Officers 0
Appointed General Grand Chapter Officers 1
General Grand Chapter Committee Members and Ambassadors 13
Worthy Grand Matrons & Worthy Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions
3
Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick 32
Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions
14
Elected Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 8
Appointed Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 7
General Grand Chapter Special Appointments (Deputies, IGRA Executive Officers, International Headquarters Administrator)
0
Grand Officers Emeritus 0
Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in New Brunswick 30
Grand Representative of New Brunswick in other Grand Jurisdictions 11
Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in other Grand Jurisdictions
2
Special Appointments of the MWGM &MWGP 0
District Deputy Grand Matrons of New Brunswick & Others 4 Voting Members of New Brunswick (Other than those listed above) 99
Members of other grand Jurisdictions (other than those listed above) 31
New Brunswick Chapters represented 23/23
Grand Jurisdictions represented 21
Total Order of the Eastern Star Members registered 273
Respectfully submitted Avis Dupéré, PM (3) Annie Watson, PM (5) Peggy Jagoe, PM (22) Chairman
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ESTARL COMMITTEE
Sue Glazier, Chairman
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers
The ESTARL Scholarship committee, met at the Fredericton Motor
Inn, Fredericton, New Brunswick, on July 6, 2011 for the purpose of
reviewing any scholarships sent to the committee. Present at the
meeting were Ray Kruglund, Betty Steeves, Ruth Saunders and
Susan Glazier, one (1) absent member being, Audrey Trask.
It is to our regret to inform this Grand Chapter that we were having no
scholarships to review. In 2010, we gave two (2) ESTARL
Scholarship each valued at $1500.00, one to Carolyn Steeves and the
other to Sheilagh Murphy.
At our meeting our committee discussed possible ways to spread the
word of availability of the ESTARL Scholarship. We would like to
suggest to Grand Chapter that a letter be composed and sent to those
schools offering religious studies, such as Acadia University, the
Atlantic School of Theology and Bethany Bible College and perhaps
others that fit the criteria.
In the Grand Chapter's financial report, it has been documented that
funds available for ESTARL to be as of today $2238.54 and as of
August 12, 2011, $4438.54.
I wish to thank our Grand Chapter for allowing me to serve on the
ESTARL Committee and I wish all the best to those Sisters and
Brothers who will continue to serve.
Respectfully submitted
Ray Kraglund
Audrey Trask
Betty Steeves
Ruth Saunders
Susan Glazier, Chairperson
It was moved by Susan Glazier and seconded by Ray Kraglund that
the report be accepted. Motion carried
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WORTHY GRAND MATRON’S AND
WORTHY GRAND PATRON’S SPECIAL PROJECT
Lynda Williams, Grand Treasurer
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers:
During this Grand Chapter year, our WGM & WGP each had a
special project, for which they were raising funds. Sister Sherry‟s
project was for a Service Dog for an Autistic child in New Brunswick
and Brother Ron‟s was for the IWK Children‟s Hospital, in memory
of his granddaughter.
Their goals were realized through the generosity of our chapters,
individual members, personal donations, projects and the sale of their
Robin and Angel pins. At the writing of this report, Sister Sherry has
remitted a cheque to the National Service Dogs, in the amount of
$4072.97 and Brother Ron, accompanied by Sister Sherry, presented a
cheque during the IWK Telethon for $5320.00. They are each to be
commended and can be proud of their accomplishments.
On behalf of Brother Allan Gillis and myself, I would like to thank
Sister Sherry and Brother Ron for the privilege of looking after their
project funds during the year.
The alarm rang at the magazine table and the winners were: Lynda
Williams and Glendon Hill
Election of Officers was conducted by the WGP, Brother Ron Oakley.
He appointed the following Scrutineers:
Robert King, PGP
DeWitt Lister, PGP
Donna Allen, GGCCM
Betty Danks, PGM
Burton Hall, PGP
John Coombs, PGP of Maine, was asked to relieve our Grand Sentinel
for the voting.
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The total number of Voting Members was 184
The following were elected for the year 2011 – 2012
Worthy Grand Matron Mildred Homer (5)
Worthy Grand Patron Allan Gillis (37)
Associate Grand Matron Jean Duncan (3)
Associate Grand Patron Donald Williams (36)
Grand Secretary Doug Swan, PGP (1)
Grand Treasurer Lynda Williams (36)
Grand Conductress Nancy Keirstead (19)
Associate Grand Conductress Peggy Jagoe (22)
Grand Sentinel Laurie Bishop (37)
While the elections were going on, the business of Grand Chapter
continued. The following reports were received
GGCCM REPORTS
Ron Jagoe provided an update on his “Change For Change”
International Headquarters Committee Project.
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CONSTITUTION AND LAWS COMMITTEE
Gordon Steeves, PGP
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests,
Sister and Brothers.
By motion of the Grand Chapter, Page 184 of the 2009-2010
proceedings, we, the Constitution and Laws Committee, have been
asked to review the duties of the Distribution Committee
It is our determination that the duties of the Distribution Committee
still exist and are not part of the Constitution and Laws Committee as
suggested in the rationale for the motion.
As to why the Distribution Committee is not being used, being
allowed to perform or not perform their duties is not for the
Constitution and Laws Committee to determine.
If you are asking us to determine if the Distribution Committee can be
removed from the Constitution and its duties distributed among other
committees, we would suggest that this request must go to the General
Grand Chapter as a motion to change our Constitution.
Ann Morton, PGM
Carol Sutherland, PGM
Gordon Steeves, PGP, Chairman
Moved by Gordon Steeves, PGP and seconded by Carol Sutherland,
PGM, that the report be accepted. The report was accepted as read.
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GRIEVANCES AND APPEALS REPORT
Donna McEwen, PGM, Chairperson
As nothing has been referred to our committee for consideration over
the past year, we are pleased to report that harmony has once again
prevailed over the Grand Jurisdiction for the year 2010 – 2011.
Respectfully submitted
Donna Allen, GGCCM
John Murray, PGP
Donna McEwen, PGM, Chairman
Moved by Donna McEwen, PGM and seconded by John Murray,
PGP, that the report be accepted. The report was accepted as read.
COMMISSIONER OF TRIALS
Brenda I. Taylor, PGM
We, the Committee on Commissioner of Trials are very pleased to
inform you that we have had nothing referred to us during the past
year 2010-2011, therefore we have nothing to report.
Thank you Worthy Grand Matron for the privilege extended to us to
serve on this Committee
Linda Cogswell, PGM
Ebby Kuhn, PGP
Brenda I. Taylor, PGM, Chairman
Moved by Brenda I Taylor, PGM, and seconded by Linda Cogswell,
that the report be accepted. The report was accepted as read.
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INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS FUND
Annie Watson, PM (5), Chairman
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers.
The committee is pleased to report that from April 1, 2010 to March
31, 2011, there were 15 Initiations and 11 Affiliations, for a total of
26. All monies have been paid by the Chapters and forwarded to the
General Grand Chapter.
This makes Grand Chapter of New Brunswick 100% paid in full for
the year.
Thank you Worthy Grand Matron for the opportunity of being on this
committee
Respectfully submitted
Olive Trevors, PM (42)
Allan Gillis, AGP (37)
Annie Watson, PM (5), Chairman
Moved by Annie Watson, PM and seconded by Allan Gillis, AGP, that
the report be accepted. The report was accepted as read.
REPORT OF THE WORTHY MATRONS HANDBOOK
We the committee reviewing the Worthy Matrons Handbook find that
the only change needed to the handbook is that the pages be numbered
for easier reference.
Respectively Submitted
Mildred Homer, Associate Grand Matron Chairperson
Allan Gills, Associate Grand Patron
E. Jean Duncan, Grand Conductress
It was moved by Mildred Homer, AGM and seconded by Allan Gillis,
AGP, that the report be accepted. Motion carried.
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GRAND OFFICERS HANDBOOK
We the committee tasked to review the Grand officer handbook
propose the following changes.
Sentinel
Change a) to:
Flags – Pack them up after Installation of Grand Chapter
Officers in July. Store Grand Chapter Flags with rest of Grand
Chapter Furnishings, Keep Traveling flags in your possession
and take care of them during the year. See that the Provincial
Flag is taken at all times and all other Flags are transported
when required, such as to Grand Family Exchanges and Grand
Chapter Sessions. Keep the Flags in good condition during the
year, including being pressed when deemed necessary.
Grand Marshal Change b) to:
b) Responsible for lining up and escorting Honoured Guests for the
Informal Opening
Adding
c) Responsible for lining up and escorting Invited guests prior to
the Installation of Grand Officers
Changing all following sub paragraph letters
Grand Chaplain
Currently reads
a) Send Memorial Cards, which are provided by the Grand
Secretary, to the Grand Jurisdictions when required, and report on
same at Grand Chapter. Enter statistics into the Grand Chaplain‟s
Book.
Change to read:
a) Send Memorial Cards, which are provided by the Grand
Secretary, to the Chapters, after being notified of the passing of a
member.
The remaining duties are unchanged
Associate Grand Matron
Section B Change B to read the following
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The small blue suitcase that contains the Altar cloth, Altar drape,
Bibles, Batons, Mary Wright's gavel, and Adah's veil will be stored
with other Grand Chapter regalia. The Associate Grand Matron will
ensure that the Alter cloth, if required, is properly cleaned and pressed
before Grand Chapter.
The reason that the suitcase has been in the care of the AGM is
because she is to take it to each Grand Family exchange. Since the
WGM of each jurisdiction is ultimately responsible for the exchange
set up, the suitcase and its contents are not necessary.
Add: Ensure Grand Chapter Star Point Emblems are stored with the
rest of the Grand Chapter Regalia and in good condition.
Correct Sub Para headings
Associate Grand Patron Change e) to
e) Dismantling of Grand Chapter - Prior to your Installation a
Committee
should be appointed to dismantle Grand Chapter and transport or
store the furnishings of Grand Chapter at the Fredericton Inn or
other location as required until the next Grand Chapter Sessions.
Any repairs or painting, etc. should be carried out before the next
Grand Chapter Session.
Worthy Grand Matron Change A) to
a) Grand Representatives - List of Commissions to be sent to
the Grand Secretary no later than October 15th. Obtain the
books containing the list of former Grand Representatives and
Membership from the Grand Secretary.
Add to n) and instructs the Grand Pages to their duties
Expenses
Currently reads:
Grand Chaplain – Postage for the sympathy cards sent to other
Grand Jurisdictions on behalf of the Grand Chapter of New
Brunswick on the advice of the Grand Secretary.
Change to read:
Grand Chaplain – Postage for the sympathy cards sent to the
Chapters on behalf of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick on the
advice of the Chapter Secretary.
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Number pages for easier reference.
Respectively submitted
Mildred Homer, Associate Grand Matron - Chairperson
Allan Gills, Associate Grand Patron
E. Jean Duncan, Grand Conductress
It was moved by Mildred Homer, AGM and seconded by Allan Gillis,
AGP, that the report be accepted. Motion carried.
SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON THE FRATERNAL REPORT
Linda Cogswell, PGM
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Special Guests, Sisters
and brothers
We, the Special Committee appointed by the Worthy Grand Matron,
Sister Sherry Mitton, to make recommendations on the Fraternal
Report met in February 2011. We discussed the pros and cons of
continuing this report given at each of our Grand Chapter Sessions.
This report is given during the counting of ballots for the election of
Grand Officers.
We recommend that the Associate Grand Matron continue giving this
report, as do other Grand Jurisdictions, with the following changes:
1. The Grand Conductress and the Associate Grand Conductress
each receive, from the Grand Secretary, six (6) Proceeding Books to
read and make their report to the Associate Grand Matron.
2. The Associate Grand Matron does not receive any Proceeding
Books to read to read. Her duty is to read the reports of the Grand
Conductress and Associate Grand Conductress then write a short
Fraternal Report.
3. The Grand Secretary to keep a record of the Proceeding
Books given each year so that all Grand Jurisdictions will be
mentioned at some point in time.
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If these recommendations are accepted by the membership, this will
begin in July 2012. Also, it will be necessary to make revisions to our
Constitution and Laws book, Article IV section 11, and in the book of
Grand Officers Duties for each of the Sisters.
The Red Book makes no mention of the Fraternal Report, therefore no
changes necessary.
Worthy Grand Matron, we thank you for asking us to be on this
committee and hope this is the information you require.
Respectfully submitted
Nancy Keirstead, Associate Grand Matron
Carol Sutherland, Past Grand Matron
Linda Cogswell, Past Grand Matron, Chairperson
It was moved by Linda Cogswell and seconded by Nancy Keirstead
that the report be accepted as read. Report was accepted
FRATERNAL REPORT
Mildred Homer, AGM
Fraternal Report 2011
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers:
After the Grand Chapter sessions ended last July, Sister Jeanne
Duncan, Sister Nancy Keirstead and I realized we had a pleasant, but
strenuous, task ahead of us to visit many of the other Grand
Jurisdictions to observe and learn of the happenings going on there.
With Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy sitting in the back seat and
angels with little bare feet hovering over us, we were set to begin our
whirlwind journey to Eastern Star Grand Sessions in Canada, the
United States and even a flight to Scotland.
Worthy Grand Matron, we sincerely thank you for the privilege of
completing this assignment and of having the learning experience of a
lifetime. In all of the Grand Jurisdictions we were impressed by the
amount of money raised for a charity and of the unique fundraisers
that were held. In many Grand Chapters there was a concern for
decreasing memberships but at the same time more effort was made
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by their dedicated members to become more involved in the
community and to maintain their work for charities. Our first stop was
at the Grand Chapter of New Hampshire. This session was dedicated
to all men and women who put on a uniform and serve their country -
for without them, the members wouldn't be meeting in open today.
Wow! It gave us time to think that the same is true for us in New
Brunswick. Forty-two members from New Hampshire took part in a
cruise to Bermuda. It was interesting to note that the Worthy Grand
Patron's charity was to raise money for the Dyslexic Learning Centre,
a project to which many in our Grand Jurisdiction can relate. An
interesting fundraiser was a 5-course Fabulous Fraternal Family Feast
which representatives from Masons, Eastern Star, Rainbow and
DeMolay attended.
Next we visited Vermont Grand Chapter where we were met with
friendly smiles and hugs. A very fitting presentation of the altar cloth
and Worthy Grand Matron's Bible was made and the show put on by
the drill team brought a big applause. But the greatest hand clapping
was saved for the announcements of the donations given this year.
What a list of projects - everything from children's camps and
organizations to the Visiting Nurses' Association and the Vermont
Food Bank - donations totaling thousands of dollars!
We dropped in for a short visit at Connecticut's Grand Chapter
Sessions where again we found large donations given to many
deserving charities. Donations to Cancer, Estarl and Heart were all in
the $5000 range. They also collected 200 barrels of soft drink tabs in
their Tabs for Tots project. It cost them no money but the proceeds
from the sale of the tabs will certainly help the children. One
interesting fundraiser was a Bakeless Bake Sale where $5100 was
realized and a Charity Golf Tournament brought in almost $7000. A
hands-on project was to assist in building a home for the Habitat for
Humanity organization. While 14 members worked on the roofing and
framing, others arrived at noon to prepare lunch. What a great way to
get our name known in the community!
From Connecticut it was south to Alabama for their God and Country
theme and appropriately the Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand
Patron chose the Holy Bible, American Flag, the eagle and candle as
their emblems. The members travelled to an exchange in Texas where
eight jurisdictions were present. While there, they experienced not
only the friendship of their sisters and brothers but also enjoyed an
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authentic Mexican dinner. To cap off the trip, the Alabama delegation
won the attendance banner.
Our next stop was in Texas. You know what they say about Texas -
"Everything is bigger in Texas!" Well, the same applies to their Grand
Chapter - over 37,000 members in 405 subordinate chapters. Naturally
the charities in the state benefitted from the many energetic members
with most donations exceeding ten thousand dollars each. One of the
fundraisers was called a Spring Fling, a picnic with games of
horseshoes, washer toss and tag for the children - much like a picnic
in New Brunswick. There were several exchanges with neighbouring
jurisdictions and 200 members enjoyed a cruise to the Bahamas.
Before we crossed the mountains to California, it was time to take a
day off to give Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy some rest time.
When we entered the Grand Chapter Room of California, we were
immediately struck with the meaning of the many emblems and
watchwords. The schoolbooks taught us that through education all
things are possible and dreams can come true. The rainbow reminded
us of God's promise for a beautiful tomorrow and the shining Silver
Star instilled in us the thought to have high expectations of ourselves
and others. Down front was a big Papa Bear reading to a group of
listening turtles surrounded by beautiful evergreens, sunflowers and
lights. This is a jurisdiction with a large membership in several
subordinate chapters, all of whom raise many charitable funds.
Next we headed north to Montana where we met several Wizard of Oz
characters in the "Follow the Yellow Brick Road" sessions. Their
chapters held several exchanges with seven western Canada-US
Grand Jurisdictions getting together for a day of fun and laughter. An
interesting project was called "Digging for Diamonds" where they
tried to retrieve existing members who have become hidden at home.
Our quick visit to the Iowa Grand Chapter was highlighted by their
work for their charitable projects. They sold everything from cookies
to the jars to pins and even memorial brick used to pave a road of
memories. They also sponsored TLC for Kids where sleeping gowns
were made for the infants in the Intensive Care Unit of the Children's
Hospital. Receiving blankets were made for the hospitals to put in
layettes for low-income moms. New and used books were collected
for the children in hospitals throughout the state. An interesting idea
was the members singing during the Coin March. Perhaps if we caned
our Penny March a Coin March, we would get more funds for our
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chapters.
It was in Kansas where we got our first taste of the Wild West. The
entire room was done in a western farm design. Stone posts and
barbed wire outlined the chapter room. Barrels of flowers adorned the
scene of teams of horses and wagons. The members left us with their
words of wisdom - Good family life is never an accident, but always
an achievement by those who share it. Hundreds of dragonflies
adorned the evergreen trees in the Minnesota Grand Chapter room.
The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron called their
sessions the "Flight of Fancy". They reported a very fun year filled
with tours, exchanges and fundraising projects. The members in the
subordinate chapters kept a record of their volunteer hours during the
year. When the result was announced at Grand Chapter, over 33,000
volunteer hours were recorded.
Next we visited the oldest grand jurisdiction in the world for
Michigan's "Let Our Light Shine" sessions. A beautiful tribute to the
Canadian flag was given by a Past Grand Matron of Ontario.
Throughout the year the 20,000 members worked hard to spread the
principles of the Order of the Eastern Star. One of their projects was
to give $77,000 in scholarships to worthy and needy individuals. It is
interesting to note that about 113 of the 20,000 members are Life
Members and pay no dues. Although there was a $10 fine charged to a
member whose cell phone rang, I doubt that would make up for the
lost revenue from lack of dues from the Life Members.
It was time to leave the United States and head west to Alberta Grand
Chapter where the "Blest Be the Tie That Binds" sessions were being
held. The Worthy Grand Matron chose as her honor station "The Side
Liners". A large map of the world, surrounded by flags of many
countries, was the backdrop. That set the theme of togetherness which
settled over us as we entered to the familiar song "He's Got the Whole
World in His Hands". Again thousands of dollars were raised for
charitable projects. As an example, $22,000 was given to the
Alzheimer's Society, bringing Alberta's Grand Chapter contribution to
this organization to $425,000 over the years.
In Saskatchewan Grand Chapter their motto caught our attention as
we walked in the door. It said, "Be the change you wish to see in the
world". So often we want change in the world but fail to see ourselves
as part of it. This Grand Chapter, small in numbers like ours, was
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struggling with membership. Over 70 deaths were recorded. The 1600
members in 19 subordinate chapters worked hard to raise almost
$9000 for the Saskatchewan Cancer Society, the main project of the
Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron.
We must push on as time is fleeting but first we must stop in Quebec
where we have many friends. The 483 members in 11 chapters work
very hard to make their presence known. They held many exchanges
with Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont and went on a Lake
Champlain cruise while on a Vermont visit. One of the projects was
providing all kinds of clothing and hygiene products to cancer patients
and ladies in Women's Shelters.
Before returning home, we took a quick flight to Scotland where the
Worthy Grand Matron of the Supreme Grand Chapter of Scotland
serves a two-year term. During this term she has visited New Zealand
and spoke of the feeling one gets when part of a worldwide
organization. We also had that feeling as the sisters and brothers in
another country and then ones in another continent had poured out
their love to us as we had visited so many Grand Chapter sessions. As
we landed back in New Brunswick, we were exhausted but filled with
the friendship we had received. The dolls had behaved well and the
angels with little bare feet had kept us in safe hands.
Sister Mildred moved her report be accepted. It was accepted as read
The alarm rang at the magazine table and the winners were Lynette
McVey of Mississippi and Bob Landry of Maine.
The Grand Marshal proclaimed the Sessions called from Labour to
Refreshment to reconvene at 2:15 Sharp!
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DRILL TEAM PRESENTATION 1:45 PM
HONOUR GUARD
Don Williams, PP Canadian Flag Bearer Fidelity #36
John Murray, PGP Union Jack Flag Bearer Zetland #26
Laurie Bishop, PP New Brunswick Flag Bearer Devon #37
DRILL DIRECTOR
Mildred Homer, PM Frank H. Tingley #5 Moncton
DRILL TEAM
Lynda Swan, PM Victoria #1 Woodstock
Doug Swan, PGP Victoria #1 Woodstock
Eleanor Linton, PM Queen Mary #4 St. Stephen
Norma Caswell, PM Grand Organist Queen Mary #4
Mary Pelletier, PM Frank H Tingley #5 Moncton
Marcie Munroe, PM Frank H Tingley #5 Moncton
Agnes Weaver, PM Frank H Tingley #5 Moncton
Donna Allen, PGM Fort Monckton #11 Port Elgin
Colin Allen, WP Fort Monckton #11 Port Elgin
Jean Flewelling, PM Grand Organist Saint John #14
Linda Haynes Saint John #14 Saint John
Russell Haynes Saint John #14 Saint John
Marilyn Hutchinson, PM Saint John #14 Saint John
Mary Kellier, PM Saint John #14 Saint John
Davene Nice Saint John #14 Saint John
Lillian Hall Granite #15 St. George
Lynne Hatt, PGM Granite #15 St. George
June Rafuse, PM Granite #15 St. George
Janet Russell Granite #15 St. George
Kaye Southard, PM Granite #15 St. George
Evelyn Vink Granite #15 St George
Mae McDonald Philip A. Jerguson #18 Saint John
Nancy Keirstead, PM Winston Churchill #19 Riverside Albert
Peggy Jagoe, PM Bathurst #22 Bathurst
Ron Jagoe, GGCCM Bathurst #22 Bathurst
Shirley Dutcher, PM Zetland #26 Shediac
Anne Murray, PM Zetland #26 Shediac
Allan Gillis, AGP Devon #37 Fredericton
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The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron expressed their
gratitude for the Drill Team Presentation.
A presentation from the Drill Team was made to the WGM and WGP
by Sister Mildred.
Eleanor Linton, PM and member of the Drill Team, presented a gift to
Sister Mildred on behalf of the Drill Team.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON SESSION
The Saturday Evening Sessions were preceded by a Musical Prelude
given by the Grand Organist, Sis. Jean Flewelling, and the Assistant
Grand Organist, Sister Norma Caswell.
The Grand Choir entered the Grand Chapter Room singing "Put Your
Hand in the Hand".
CALL TO ORDER
Audrey Sypher, PGM
And Murray Clouston, PGP
Audrey Sypher, PGM
It is indeed an honour to extend to each of you a warm Fraternal
Welcome to this the final day of the “Open Circle Session” of this
Grand Chapter. I am especially pleased that my own Worthy Grand
Patron, Brother Murray, is sharing the East with me.
We are honored to welcome our guests from other Grand
Jurisdictions. We sincerely hope you are enjoying your visit with us.
May you return home with renewed interest and fond memories.
To our New Brunswick, General Grand Chapter Committee Members,
we extend to you a sincere welcome. We hope you are enjoying your
appointments. We wish for you good health and safe travels.
To our own members, your love and dedication is certainly evident as
you support this Grand Jurisdiction. This afternoon we will conduct
the final business of this Grand Chapter Session. I know that each of
you will keep in mind the welfare of our Order.
I feel I would be remiss if I did not mention Brother Fred Clarke,
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MWGP. I cannot remember opening a session or standing at this
podium not having Brother Fred sitting at my left.
His absence I am sure is felt by all present. Brother Murray
Murray Clouston, PGP
Good afternoon Sisters and Brothers. I am happy to join Sister
Audrey in welcoming you to our final business 'The Open Circle'
Session and extend a hearty welcome to all members of our and other
Jurisdictions. I congratulate those elected as officers for the ensuing
year, may God's Blessings be with you as you travel our 'Eastern Star
Trail'.
The Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, and Grand
Officers were invited to enter the Chapter Room. Sister Sherry,
Worthy Grand Matron, and Brother Ron, Worthy Grand Patron, were
presented west of the Altar.
Audrey Sypher, PGM
Good Afternoon Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and
Grand Officers.
I extend congratulations to each of you on your year of service to our
Grand Chapter and the manner in which you have performed your
duties. May each of you recall many special memories and
friendships formed which will remain forever.
Sister Sherry, we have known each other for many years, as we both
hail from the North Shore. How quickly the year has passed and your
journey is almost complete. Congratulations on your year of service to
our Order. You have traveled many miles to accomplish your goals,
as your term of office comes to an end may you enjoy good health and
happiness during the years ahead.
Brother Ron, you can be proud of your contribution to our Order.
Your dedication and ability to perform your duties for this Grand
Chapter, when sometimes not in the best of health, shows your
devotion to our Order. Now you can take a well deserved rest on the
beautiful Miramichi River for some fishing and relaxation.
Brother Murray
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Murray Clouston, PGP
Worthy Grand Matron Sister Sherry, and Worthy Grand Patron
Brother Ronald
I thank you for inviting me to assist Sister Audrey in opening this
final business session. Your year is drawing to a close. I hope you
have accomplished all that you set out to do and that you have many
happy memories of your travels. Looking ahead after your Installation
there seemed to be an endless number of engagements of meetings,
social activities to attend and I am sure you wondered if there were
enough week-ends to get to all the functions. One by one they go so
quickly and you will soon relinquish your duties as Worthy Grand
Matron and Worthy Grand Patron. Another Year of history will soon
end. Enjoy your retirement.
The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were escorted
to the East and extended the Grand Honours
The Grand Officers assumed their stations
Sherry Mitton, WGM
Sister Audrey & Brother Murray, thank you for opening these
Saturday afternoon sessions and for your kind words. Sister Audrey, I
have known you for many years and appreciate your friendship and
the support you have given me over the years. Brother Murray, you
are a faithful member of Bathurst Chapter as well as a dedicated
member of our Order.
Sister Audrey, please accept this gift as a token of friendship.
Ron Oakley, WGP
Sister Audrey and Brother Murray, thank you for opening the
Saturday afternoon session of “The Open Circle” Session of Grand
Chapter. Sister Audrey, you have always been there for us. Your
“behind the scenes” work is extensive and we really appreciate it.
Brother Murray, thank you for all your support and guidance.
Please accept this gift as a token of our thanks
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Sherry Mitton, WGM
Good afternoon, Sisters and Brothers. Welcome back as we
continue with the business of Grand Chapter.
A lovely solo, entitled "Cleanse Me" was rendered by Edward Gilks,
PP. Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand Matron, thanked them for singing
one of her songs
INVOCATION
Rupert Sypher, PGP
Almighty God, be with us in this the final day of the “Open Circle
Session.” May we recognize our need for Thee in every hour of our
day, and ask for Thy guidance as we continue with the business of this
Grand Chapter.
We are grateful to Thee for watching over our Worthy Grand Matron,
Worthy Grand Patron and their Grand Family, as they traveled
throughout our Province and beyond. Continue to be with them and
with the new officers who shall assume the responsibilities of the
coming year.
Guide our footsteps and keep us safe as we return to our homes and to
our Chapters, taking new inspiration that our duties will be labours of
love and cause our Chapters to grow and prosper.
We ask this in thy Name. Amen
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Presentation of Distinguished Guests not previously introduced:
Past Grand Matrons of Other Jurisdictions:
Gretchen M. Brissette of Maine
Doug Swan, PGP and Grand Secretary, read the minutes of the
Saturday morning session. They were approved as read.
JURISPRUDENCE
Burton Hall P.G.P., Chairman
Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,
Sisters and Brothers.
We the Jurisprudence Committee have received and reviewed the
reports of the Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron and
concur with their final reports. We commend them and their officers
on a very productive year.
During the past year we have offered advice, guidance and directions
on the day to day items that have popped up during their term of
office and for which our opinion were sought.
We had several important issues brought to our attention that needed
to be addressed.
a) Questions related to if the flag bearer should sing “O
Canada” or not?
After much research and many phone calls the final conclusion is that
there are no set guide lines to deal with the sing of ”O Canada”. The
Federal Government encourages everyone to sing ”O Canada” but the
New Brunswick Order of the Eastern Star has no policy. It is
something each Worthy Grand Matron can determine during her year.
b) Questions related to the Sentinel opening the chapter room
door, during the opening and/or closing ceremonies, in case of
an emergency?
We can only hope that if there were an emergency the Sentinel would
know and/or open the door and make a verbal report as to the need
for action.
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c) Questions related to dual membership status? If a member
holds membership in two different chapters and they get
suspended from one chapter for example, non-payment of
dues, are they also suspended from the ORDER?
i) After much research it was determined there is no clear resolution
to this question and it is opened to the interpretation of the reader.
The Red Book can be interpreted that if you are suspended from a
chapter you are not a member in good standing therefore you are
suspended from the ORDER. However; it can also be interpreted that
as long as the person is in good standing with the other chapter and
holds a current dues card from that chapter they could be found to be
a member in good standing.
ii) This is an issue that will occur more and more often as we are
seeing more and more members belonging to two chapters. Therefore
we recommend that this issue be forwarded to the CL&R Committee
for changes and clarification in our regulations
d) Questions related to Grand Representative Appointments
and if the appointment needs to be cancelled if the person
becomes a DDGM? Second part of the question was related
to introduction when the person is a new Worthy Matron or
Patron, if their W.M/W.P. title and chapter name and # could
be added at the end of their introduction?
A District Deputy Grand Matron is not an installed Officer and if she
holds a Grand Representatives Commission she is introduced in her
highest office, which would be her Grand Representatives
appointment.
New Worthy Matron/Patron would be introduced in her/his highest
office, which would be as a Grand Representative. There is no
provision to an addendum at the end of their introduction.
e) Approved by-law change for Philip A. Jerguson
f) Received a letter from the Associate Grand Matron, Grand
Conductress, and Associate Grand Patron re schools of
instruction and the role or function of the DDGM.
Advised the members according to the CL&R.
Fraternally Submitted:
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Shirley MacDonald, P.G.M.
Betty Danks, P.G.M.
Burton Hall P.G.P., Chairman
Moved by Burton Hall, PGP and seconded by Betty Danks, PGM that
the report be accepted. The report was accepted as read.
Joyce McInnis presented the WGM and WGP the proceeds from the
Little Shop of Surprises. It amounted to $620.00 and will be given to
their special projects.
Norma Caswell donated $65.00 for ESTARL – this was the money she
raised from the sale of her music she created for the WGM and WGP.
NEW BUSINESS:
Recommendations from reports
Investments
Sister Norma Jean Belyea, PGM, stated that the money belongs to the
Grand Chapter. If any members have any thoughts about the $26,000
maturing this September, we would appreciate your suggestions being
brought forward under new business and this is because Brother
Clinton Shaffer brought forward a suggestion last year that was
passed by Grand Chapter. As you know the investment council
makes recommendations to the Grand Council – we don`t do anything
without the approval of the Grand Council. We are not making a
recommendation, but are asking for any recommendation to us before
we go to the Grand Council. If anyone has any recommendations,
please get them to Norma Jean Belyea or DeWitt Lister before the end
of August, 2011,
Website
Sis Lynne Hatt, PGM, moved that you do not have to have passwords
to register to get on to the website. It was seconded by Allan Gillis.
Motion carried
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Roberts Rules of Order:
Robert King, PGP, moved that Grand Chapter purchase a new Roberts
Rules of Order latest edition, and provide it to the Constitution and
Laws Committee to use to update the Worthy Grand Patrons
responsibilities. It was seconded by Lynne Hatt. Motion carried
Distribution Committee
From the Constitution and Laws Committee report, we cannot abolish
the Distribution Committee, I feel we have to use this committee and
we have been by-passing the Committee.
Revisions of Grand Officers Handbook
Sister Donna missed most of the report, but wanted to clarify what
was to be stored at the hotel. In App A of Constitution and Laws, it
lists what can be stored – the flags, little blue suitcase, needs to be in
the possession of the Grand Officers. These are things we need that
can`t be easily replaced.
The report is to be given to the appropriate committees to review and
motions brought forwarded for consideration and will be brought to
Grand Chapter in 2012 for discussion
Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship Committee
It was moved by Shirley Kraglund and seconded by Marilyn
Hutchinson that $2500.00 be given for Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship
from the special fund. It was decided a motion was not necessary, as
this is done automatically by request from the Finance Committee.
Rainbow and DeMolay
Robert King moved $500.00 be donated to Rainbow and DeMolay
and seconded by Wayne Bannister. Motion carried.
Worthy Grand Patrons allowance
It was recommended by Donna McEwen, PGM and President of Past
Grand‟s Association, and seconded by Burton Hall, that the allowance
of $800.00 for the Worthy Grand Patron be changed to the same
mileage as the Worthy Grand Matron for official visits and when they
travel in the same car only one can claim mileage. Motion carried
This will be voted on next year as a change in the CL&R.
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The bell rang on the Magazine Table and the winner was Shirley
Dutcher, PM(26) and Isabel Morton, DDGM (9)
Invitation to 2011 Grand Chapter Session:
Sister Lynne Hatt, PGM, invited the membership to attend the 82nd
Grand Chapter of New Brunswick "A New Beginning" Session to be
held on July 5, 6 and 7, 2012 at the Fredericton Inn, Fredericton New
Brunswick.
Open Installation:
Mildred Homer, AGM, requested an Open Installation. Moved by
Mildred Homer, AGM, and seconded by Allan Gillis, AGP that this
be granted. Motion carried.
Announcements:
The Incoming Officers were asked to remain after the Sessions for a
practice.
The Grand Marshal, proclaimed the Sessions called from Labour to
Refreshment to re-convene at 7:00 PM sharp!
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SATURDAY EVENING SESSION
July 9, 2011
7:00 PM
The Saturday Evening Sessions were preceded by a Musical Prelude
given by the Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, and the Assistant Grand
Organist, Jean Flewelling.
The Grand Choir entered the Grand Chapter Room singing "Put Your
Hand in the Hand".
CALL TO ORDER
The Call To Order and Welcome was given by
Lynn Hutchin, PGM and Burton Hall, PGP.
Lynn Hutchin, PGM:
Good evening Sisters and Brothers: Welcome to the final evening of
“The Open Circle” 81st Annual Session of the Grand Chapter of New
Brunswick.
It is a pleasure to be back in the East and to share with Brother Burton
Hall. I have had a good rest since I was last here.
We have had the good fortune to rekindle old friendships and make
new ones and are especially pleased to have Sister Margaret Clarke,
Worthy Grand Electa of the General Grand Chapter present at these
sessions, as well as our own General Grand Chapter Committee
Members: Sister Marjorie Colton, Member of the Cancer Committee;
Brother Graham Vincent, Member of the Credentials Committee;
Sister Donna Allen, Chairman of the Educational Committee for
Canada; Brother Ronald Jagoe, Member of the International
Headquarters Committee; and Sister Debbie Hill, Member of the
Service Dog Committee.
To our members and our friends from other Grand Jurisdictions, I
hope that you have had an enjoyable time and thank you for your
continued support and interest as we close one chapter in our Grand
Chapter novel and prepare for the next to begin.
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Burton Hall, PGP:
Good evening Sisters and Brothers:
It is a pleasure for me to share the East with Sister Lynn, and to
welcome you all to this final session of our 81st Grand Chapter.
I extend a very sincere welcome to each of you and hope that you
have enjoyed "The Open Circle" Sessions of our Grand Chapter.
To our visiting Sisters and Brothers I extend a very warm welcome
and thank you for coming and we hope you have a safe trip home.
To our New Brunswick Sisters and Brothers thank you for being here
and supporting our Grand Chapter
The Formations and Drills, under the direction of Rose Scott, Past
Grand Matron, were performed by the Grand Officers, Grand Pages,
Grand Guards and Grand Representatives for the last time.
The Ribbon Ceremony, under the direction of Elaine MacLean, Past
Grand Matron, was performed for the last time.
The Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and Grand Officers
were invited to enter the Chapter room for the last time.
The Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Sherry, and Worthy Grand Patron,
Brother Ron, were presented west of the Altar for the final time.
Lynn Hutchin, PGM:
Sister Sherry, Brother Ron and Grand Chapter Officers:
Congratulations on a successful year. You have made our Grand
Chapter proud. The friendships you have made during the year will
be with you for a lifetime.
Sister Sherry – The first memories I have of you are flitting around
Grand Chapter Session as one of our nurses, but I really got to know
you when we served together in the “Rainbow of Friendship” Grand
Family of Sis Debbie Hill and Brother Doug Swan, you as Grand
Ruth and I was the assistant to the Grand Marshall. I knew that we
would great friends as you liked a good laugh as much as I did. Who
would have believed that we would both become Worthy Grand
Matrons, one behind the other?
Brother Ron – I got to know you when you served as the Grand
Chaplain for Sis Lynne Hatt and Brother Burton Hall in the “Keeper
of the Light” Grand Family. You became Bro Ron, instead of Sister
Faye‟s husband. After some rough travels (I‟m really glad that I‟m
not your insurance company), your dedication to our Order and our
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Worthy Grand Matron was proven when you returned from Florida
for our annual Funspiel. Although you have had some health issues,
you are kind of like the „Eveready Bunny‟ – you take a licken and
keep on ticking. Keep smiling.
Sister Mildred and Bro Allan, I wish you good health and safe travels
as you begin your term in the East.
Thank you Sister Sherry and Brother Ron for the honour you have
given me to open your final session tonight with Brother Burton
Burton Hall, PGP:
Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron, Sister Sherry and
Brother Ron.
You have arrived at the final segment of "The Open Circle" Session; I
am sure with some sadness and great happiness in knowing that you
had a successful and rewarding year. Now it is time for you to sit back
awhile and reflect on your many accomplishments and friends made
along the way. You will now be joining the family of Past Grand‟s.
I would like to congratulate Sister Mildred and Brother Allan along
with their Grand Family. Enjoy your year, as it will pass all too
quickly.
Thank you Sister Sherry and Brother Ron for inviting me to assist
Sister Lynn in opening your final session.
Sister Sherry, Worthy Grand Matron, and Brother Ron, Worthy
Grand Patron, were escorted to the East and extended the Grand
Honours for the final time.
Sister Lynn, Past Grand Matron, presented Sister Sherry, Worthy
Grand Matron, with her gavel to use at her Final Session.
The Grand Officers assumed their stations for the final time.
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Sherry Mitton, WGM:
Sister Lynn, how pleased I am to have you “Call to Order” this final
session of “The Open Circle” Grand Chapter Sessions. It was just one
year ago that you were doing the same thing we are doing now –
getting ready to enjoy the “back” of the line. Brother Burton, I also
want to thank you for calling to order this Saturday evening session of
Grand Chapter. To both of you, thank you for all the help and advice
as I started on this journey to the East as well as for your kind words
of welcome.
Sister Lynn, please accept this gift as a token of friendship.
Ron Oakley, WGP: Sister Lynn and Brother Burton, thank you for opening this, our final
session of “The Open Circle” Session. Sister Lynn, What an
inspiration you are to this Grand Chapter. It was a pleasure to be in
your Grand Family. One thing we both have in common is to do the
best job we can but to have fun doing it. You were great.
Brother Burton, we have known each other a long time. I could say a
lot of things about you but I will just say, thanks for being my friend
and brother.
Please accept this gift as a token of friendship.
A Solo, entitled "I Surrender All" was sung by Marcie Munroe, PM
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INVOCATION
Ron Jagoe, GGCCM
Let us bow in Prayer.
Our Heavenly Father, we thank you for being with us at this "Our
Open Circle Session". As we come before you tonight we think of all
the Blessings we have had and seen over the last four days, the
business transacted and changes we see coming. We are ever grateful
for the many renewed friendships and new ones made. We are blessed
with your guiding light.
We thank you for being with Sister Sherry and Brother Ron and their
Grand Family this past year as they guided our Grand Jurisdiction
successfully through another year and thank them for their year of
service.
Be with us here this evening as we install a new Grand Family and we
ask that you be with Sister Mildred and Brother Alan and their Grand
Family as they continue to lead our Grand Jurisdiction through 2011-
2012. May your loving hand be upon them and guide them so our
Grand Chapter will continue to prevail in peace and harmony.
In your name we pray, Amen
There were no Distinguished Guests to present.
Doug Swan, Past Grand Patron, read the minutes of the Saturday
Afternoon Session. They were approved as read.
The final report of the Credential Committee was given by Peggy
Jagoe, PM, Chairman
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FINAL REPORT OF CREDENTIAL COMMITTEE
The Credentials Committee submits its Final Report as of July 9th 2011
Grand Officers of New Brunswick Includes 1 Past Grand Patron 18
Most Worthy Grand Matron & Most Worthy Grand Patron 0
Past Most Worthy Grand Matron & Past Most Worthy Grand Patron 0
Elected General Grand Chapter Officers 0
Appointed General Grand Chapter Officers 1
General Grand Chapter Committee Members and Ambassadors 15
Worthy Grand Matrons & Worthy Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions
3
Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick 34
Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions
17
Elected Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 10
Appointed Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 7
General Grand Chapter Special Appointments (Deputies, IGRA Executive Officers, International Headquarters Administrator)
0
Grand Officers Emeritus 0
Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in New Brunswick 30
Grand Representative of New Brunswick in other Grand Jurisdictions 15
Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in other Grand Jurisdictions
2
Special Appointments of the MWGM &MWGP (Secretaries & Cardinal Crew)
0
District Deputy Grand Matrons of New Brunswick & Others 4
Voting Members of New Brunswick (Other than those listed above) 117
Members of other grand Jurisdictions (other than those listed above) 32
New Brunswick Chapters represented 23/23
Grand Jurisdictions represented 21
Total Order of the Eastern Star Members registered 305
Respectfully submitted Avis Dupéré, PM (3) Annie Watson, PM (5) Peggy Jagoe, PM (22) Chairman
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Peggy Jagoe, Worthy Matron (22) and Chairperson moved the
adoption of this Report, which was adopted as read.
Sister Peggy, I want to thank you and your committee for all the work
you have done. I was pleased when you agreed to serve on this
committee. On this committee the work starts months before the
sessions and doesn‟t end until Grand Chapter ends. Thank you for a
job well done.
Sherry Mitton, WGM:
This has been an exciting journey and the memories I have gathered
will be treasured. I want to say thank you to all those who have helped
to make this Grand Chapter Session so meaningful to me. There is no
way I can thank you individually and not miss someone so I will just
say thank you to all. Brother Ron and I have made a donation to our
“special projects” this year rather than give individual tokens of
appreciation.
To Brother Jerry, thank you for being my “go-for” and “chauffeur”.
When things got left behind, you went back home and got them for
me, even if it meant you driving an extra four or five hours and I got
to spend “Nanny” time with Ava. With your love and support, you
made this past year easier for me and I thank you for it.
To the members of Bathurst Chapter #22, thank you for your support
this past year. A special thank you to the members of Lady Alexander
Chapter who were involved with this Grand Chapter Session, I would
not have managed without you.
To our Grand Family – Thank you for your love and support
throughout this past year. You carried out your duties to perfection. I
am so proud of you. To our Star Point Officers, behind your chair is a
“Rag doll” wearing their star colour aprons and sitting in their star
colour chairs. I worked on the dolls and Brother Ron made the chairs
for them. Please take them with you after the Installation with our
love and thanks for being “our girls”.
To the Elected Officers: You were very supportive this year and I
thank you for it. I am very proud of all of you and the work you
performed. Brother Doug, Grand Secretary and Sister Lynda, Grand
Treasurer, thank you for your help this past year. Sister Mildred and
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Brother Allan, I sincerely hope you have as rewarding a year as
Brother Ron and I have had. Our best wishes to both of you. Sister
Jean, Brother Don, Sister Nancy, Sister Peggy and Brother Laurie,
pleasant memories and safe travels as you continue on your journey to
the East.
To Sister Faye, Grand Electa: Thank you for sharing Brother Ron
with me this past year. I thank you for all you have done to make this
year so special and as well, for your friendship and hospitality.
To Brother Ron, thank you for sharing the East with me. You were a
great Worthy Grand Patron and I am thankful I had the opportunity to
go through with you. When I had a concern, you listened, when I
asked for your opinion, you gave it, when I needed something done,
you said, “Yes, Dear” and it was done. Thank you for your friendship,
your support and a year with lots of fun times and treasured
memories. It will be great to be at the “back of the line” and watch the
others do the work. Maybe you will get to go fishing this year.
Sisters and Brothers:
You gave me a beautiful song this year, one which comes to few.
Most of the songs rang loud and clear with love from all of you.
I know that as the years go by I shall look with joy on this past year.
And the song you gave me to sing will remain in my heart so dear.
Thank you.
Ron Oakley, WGP:
Sisters and Brothers – hopefully this won‟t be the last time you see me
or hear from me. As your Worthy Grand Patron, THIS IS IT. It has
been a fun year with memories that will last a lifetime. To each of
you, I say a heartfelt THANK YOU.
Sister Sherry – It was a pleasure to serve with you in the East of this
Grand Jurisdiction. Hopefully you have enjoyed it as much as I have
and I will continue to say, “Yes, Dear.”
Sister Mildred and Brother Allan – My wish for you is that both of
you have a great year and safe travels. It is a lot of hard work and
takes a lot of time, but remember to put some fun in it.
To all the sisters and Brothers – THANKS for all the great memories!
And as Red Skelton would say “GOD BLESS”.
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The Grand Marshal and Assistant Grand Marshal retired to escort
the families and friends of the Incoming Worthy Grand Matron and
Worthy Grand Patron into the Chapter Room.
Sherry Mitton, WGM:
It is a pleasure to welcome each of you the Ceremony of Installation
of Grand Officers. This is a special evening for Sister Mildred,
Brother Allan and their Grand Family. I‟m sure they are delighted to
have you with them this evening.
Sister Sherry, WGM, introduced the Installing Officer, Donna Allen,
GGCCM. Sister Donna introduced her Installing Suite.
Installing Grand Officer Donna Allen GGCCM
Assisted by Debbie Hill GGCCM
DeWitt Lister PGP
Grand Chaplain Donna McEwen PGM
Grand Marshal Audrey Sypher PGM
Associate Grand Matron Lynn Hutchin PGM
Associate Grand Patron Bob King, PGP
Grand Secretary Clinton Shaffer PGP
Grand Treasurer Rupert Sypher PGP
Grand Conductress Elaine Maclean PGM
Assoc Grand Conductress Hilda Shaffer PGM
Grand Organists Jean Flewelling PM
Grand Adah Pauline Allan PGM
Grand Ruth Carol Sutherland PGM
Grand Esther Lynne Hatt PGM
Grand Martha Anne Lister PGM
Grand Electa Norma Jean Belyea PGM
Grand Warder Lynda Cogswell PGM
Grand Sentinel Burton Hall PGP
Solo WGM Dawn Maclean
WGP Eleanor Linton PM
Chaplain Susan Maxwell PM
David Lister PP
A short recess was called to prepare for the Installation of Grand
Officers. The Grand Officers of 2010-2011 retired for the final time.
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INSTALLATION OF GRAND OFFICERS
2011 - 2012
Worthy Grand Matron Mildred Homer (5)
Worthy Grand Patron Allan Gillis (37)
Associate Grand Matron E Jean Duncan (3)
Associate Grand Patron Don Williams (36)
Grand Secretary Doug Swan (1)
Grand Treasurer Lynda Williams (36)
Grand Conductress Nancy Keirstead (19)
Associate Grand Conductress Peggy Jagoe (22)
Grand Chaplain Colin Allen (11)
Grand Marshal David Lister (35)
Grand Organist Mary Pelletier (5)
Grand Adah Eleanor Butland (19)
Grand Ruth Marilyn Hutchinson (14)
Grand Esther Anne Murray (26)
Grand Martha Eleanor Linton (4)
Grand Electa Kaye Southard (15)
Grand Warder Dorothy Stewart (24)
Grand Sentinel Laurie Bishop (37)
Assistant to the Grand Marshal Paul Fullarton (3)
Assistants to the Grand Organist Norma Caswell (4)
Jean Flewelling (14)
District Deputy Grand Matrons
District #5 Connie MacPherson (1)
District #2 Bonnie Anderson (30)
Dawn MacLean sang “Go Light Your Candle” for the Worthy Grand
Matron
Eleanor Linton, PM sang, “I Feel The Wind Of God” for the Worthy
Grand Patron
Susan Maxwell, PM and David Lister, PP, sang “Hallelujah” for the
Grand Chaplain
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ACCEPTANCE ADDRESS OF WORTHY GRAND MATRON
Mildred Homer
Worthy Grand Patron Brother Allan, GGCCMembers, P.G.M, P.G.P.,
distinguished East, Sisters, Brothers, My Rainbow Girls, family, and
Friends.
Tonight we start “A New Beginning' in the history of this Grand
Chapter. When I joined the wonderful Order some 35 years ago I
could not have imagined that I would one day be installed as Worthy
Grand Matron but here I am.
I am very proud, honoured and very humbled to be serving in this
capacity. Thank-you to all the members of this Grand jurisdiction for
your support and confidence in electing me to this office and with the
help of God and all of you the members, I will strive to do all in my
power to fulfill the duties of this office to the best of my ability. I
know for sure no one can do this alone.
Brother Allan may I be the first to congratulate you. I am so pleased
to have you serve in the East with me this year. It is so nice to have
your mother here from Alberta to share with you. We have been able
to agree on all our plans this far and we will continue to agree in the
year ahead. We will have a great year and I know we will have FUN
also.
This is a night I will cherish always. A beautiful installation shared
with many of our members and special friends. At this time I would
like to thank our installing suite.
Sister Donna G.G.C.C.M. I really got to know you when I joined the
Drill Team back in 2004. What a great idea sister Donna to start a
Drill Team. We have a lot of fun and enjoyed the marching and
formations. Our friendship has grown since then. Donna thank you so
much for your beautiful work and installing me to this high office.
Brother Dewitt I first met Brother Dewitt back when Sister Jean
Scott was Worthy Grand Matron in 1982 that was only yesterday right
Brother Dewitt. I have always admired your ritualistic work. Thank
you so much for being a part of our installation tonight.
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Sister Debbie G.G.C.C.M. I know Brother Allan will thank you but I
wanted to add a little something. We have had a lot of fun cruising
and when Debbie couldn't find all of her chicks panic began to set in.
I have kept you in suspense over the Grand Officers. Well, it is over
now. Thanks for all your help.
Sister Audrey - what can I say? I was so pleased when you agreed to
be our installing Marshal. You and I have had a few little talks over
the years. I remember one in particular about 15 years ago you asked
me when are you going to let your name stand my reply was I could
never do that. But here I am - your work was superb Thanks for
everything.
Sister Donna, Installing Grand Chaplain. I was honoured when you
agreed to be our Chaplain this evening. You did your prayer with
much dignity. Thank you so much.
To the past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons thank you so much
for all your support so far. I know I will be calling on you in the year
ahead. You are the backbone of the Grand Chapter. We thank you so
much for filling in the station this evening and greeting our Grand
family. There is a small token of appreciation at the station for you.
Thanks for everything.
Now for the beautiful music. I can‟t imagine what it would be like
without music. Sister Jean, you are so talented and I feel very
honoured that you agreed to share your talents with us this evening.
Music is a great part of this beautiful order. Thank you so much.
Sister Dawne. Your singing was beautiful. I know you are fairly new
member I am so pleased you agreed to sing for me Thanks so much.
Sister Eleanor our Grand Martha I have heard you sing several times
and always look forward to hear you sing Thanks for sharing with us
and singing for Brother Allan.
Sister Susan and Brother David What a duo You are not only Sister
and Brother in the Order but also biological sister and brother Thank
you so much for the beautiful duet for our Grand Chaplain Thanks for
sharing your beautiful voices.
To our Elected officers Sister E Jean Duncan, Brother Don Williams,
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Sister Nancy Keirstead, Sister Peggy Jagoe and Brother Laurie
Bishop. Sister Lynda, Brother Doug I have enjoyed working with
each of you this past year. Sister Peggy, Brother Laurie, welcome to
our Grand Family. You have started on a wonderful journey.
To the appointed Grand officers Congratulation thank you for
accepting to be a part of our Grand family. You have each been
specially chosen and I look forward to getting to know you better as
we travel about our province and serve this Grand Chapter together.
Also have some FUN.
Sister Sherry P.G.M. and Brother Ron P.G.P., well you made it you
have had a fantastic year much hard work and a lot of Fun. Brother
Ron - it was great that you were able to go on TV and make your
donation to the IWK- a job well done. I hope you both can sit back
and relax for a little a while but not for long. We need to see your
smiling faces on the Star Trail. Brother Ron and Sister Faye I truly
want to thank you both for all the help and drives in the past years and
especially my new nick name Granny. Thanks
I would like to introduce our assistants and District Deputies. Sister
Norma Caswell Assistant Grand Organist. Sister Jean Flewelling
Assistant to the Assistant Grand Organist , Brother Paul Fullerton
Assistant Grand Marshal, District Deputy Grand Matron Sister
Bonnie Anderson District #2, Sister Connie MacPherson District #5
Thank you for accepting.
Would the members of Frank H Tingley #5 my mother Chapter and
Winston Churchill #19 my affiliated Chapter please rise I am so very
proud to be a member of both these Chapters Thank you for being
here to help celebrate this special milestone in my life. Thank you for
all the love and support you have shown to me in the past and I look
forward to your support in the year ahead. I will do my best to make
you proud at the end of my term.
Would any of my counterparts that are hear please stand. Thank you
for being here to share my installation.
Thanks to all who agreed to serve on the various committees of Grand
Chapter,
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I had the privilege of going to Vermont in the early part of June and
spending eight days on the road – We had a ball – and these four
ladies have come to visit with us and also to be with Sister Eleanor
and Brother Sydney Butland – I truly thank you for being here and
sharing this night with us. Thank you.
I have one other person I would like to recognize - Sister Audrey
Oldfield – Sister Audrey has travelled from Ontario to be with us and
to be with her Sister, Sister Agnes Weaver. Thanks you so much for
being here.
Our installation program contains the visitation schedule, committee
members, and information on the Schools of Instruction.
I have chosen juvenile diabetes as my special project. Our special
Grand Chapter project is to do an act of KINDNESS for someone
every day. Let us make our ORDER known to all persons around us
and maybe we can increase our membership.
At this time I would like to introduce my family. My daughter Sister
Cindy her husband Rob, my son Mark and his wife Sue, my niece,
Judy and her husband Grant who came from Ottawa. Thanks to you
all for your love and support. I truly appreciate that you have taken the
time to be here with me tonight. My sister Helen and her husband
were unable to be here due to ill health.
My fellow co-workers please stand. Thank you for being here to help
me celebrate this special evening. I truly appreciate your love and
support.
My Rainbow Girls (Rug Rats) please stand I really appreciate each of
you for taking the time to be here tonight, We have shared some
great times together in years past. I thank each of you for making the
effort to come tonight.
Special friends Kathy Calhoun, Jo Ann Harriaman, Susan Beaulieu,
Julia Hayden, my adopted daughter - thank you so much for coming
this evening to share with me.
Would the members of Fidelity #36, Zealand #26, and Fort Monckton
#11 please stand. Thank you for all your support. I really appreciate it.
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In closing I would like to leave you with this Poem
A NEW BEGINNING
It's only the beginning now
...a pathway yet unknown
At times the sound of other steps
...sometimes we walk alone
The best beginnings of our lives
May sometimes end in sorrow
But even on our darkest days
The sun will shine tomorrow.
So we must do our very best
Whatever life may bring
And look beyond the winter chill
To smell the breath of spring.
Into each life will always come
A time to start anew
A new beginning for each heart
As fresh as morning dew.
Although the cares of life are great
And hands are bowed so low
The storms of life will leave behind
The wonder of a rainbow.
The years will never take away
Our chance to start anew
It's only the beginning now
So dreams can still come true.
Thank you
Brother Allan, may we hear from you.
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ACCEPTANCE ADDRESS OF WORTHY GRAND PATRON
Allan Gillis
Worthy Grand Matron Sister Mildred, General Grand Chapter
Officers, General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Visiting
Worthy Grand Matrons, Visiting Worthy Grand Patrons, Past Grand
Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, Sisters, Brothers, Family and Friends.
When I joined the order I thought to myself, I would not want to have
the job of Worthy Grand Patron, It seemed to be a job that was
beyond me. But as time went by and with the encouragement of
many of the members of the order I was willing to run for this Office
I would like to thank those members of the Grand Chapter for
encouraging me to run for this office and to all of the members of
Grand Chapter for putting your trust in me to serve as your Worthy
Grand Patron. I will do all I can to justify the faith you have placed in
me.
Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Mildred, I did not know you well when
we started down this road together, but as we have gotten closer to
this day I am very happy to have you as my Worthy Grand Matron.
We have worked well together, shared the same ideas, and had fun
even when I am not sure of what job I was supposed to be doing. I
know we will go a great job this year and have Fun.
I would like to thank the installing suite for their excellent work
tonight. Sister Donna Allen, General Grand Chapter Committee
Member I have known you for a while and was glad when Sister
Mildred told me you would be the installing officer tonight you
always give great grace to the work you do. You have done a
wonderful job. Thank you.
Sister Debbie Hill, General Grand Chapter Member, my first Worthy
Matron of Devon Chapter, I have known you for quite a while and
knew that I would ask you to install me as Worthy Grand Patron,
especially after all the ENCOURAGEMENT you gave me to run.
You have done a wonderful job and I thank you for installing me.
Brother DeWitt, you always do such great work and are an inspiration
for all members of the order. I thank you for your wonderful and you
did an excellent job tonight. Thank you.
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Sister Audrey Sypher, PGM, our installing Grand Marshal - you
always do your work in a manner that brings dignity to the work. You
did an excellent job, with extreme grace – with a bad foot - and I
thank you.
To out installing Grand Chaplain, Sister Donna McEwen - you have
brought reverence to this installation you did a great job and I thank
you for being our installing Grand Chaplain.
To all the other installing Grand Officers you all mean something to
us and we thank you for accepting the positions you filled tonight.
Music always makes or meeting special. I would like to thank our
installing grand organist Sister Jean Flewelling your music is always
beautiful and you have done an excellent job tonight Thank You. To
our soloists; Sister Dawne, Sister Eleanor, Sister Susan and Brother
David. You have sung superbly tonight and I thank you for sharing
your gift with us this evening and special thanks to Sister Eleanor for
singing a hymn that I have come to love and enjoy. Thank you.
Sister Sherry and Brother Ron - you have finished your toils as
Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron and are entitled for a
time of rest as you join the ranks of the Past Grand Matrons and
Patrons.
To the Elected Grand Officers: I congratulate you on your election to
office and wish you all success in your journey in Grand Chapter. To
our Appointed Grand Officers I welcome you to our Grand Family
and know you will enjoy this year as Grand Officers
Would the members of Devon Chapter please stand: I would like to
thank you for supporting me in this journey. From the start I knew
that I had your support and I thank you for it. The work is not over yet
but the end is in sight. Thank You
My special project for this year is to raise funds for Parkinson‟s
disease in memory of my father.
Last but not least my Family and Friends
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My Mother, Sister Edith, Grand Representative of New Brunswick in
Alberta, from Laurel Chapter in Lethbridge. I knew you would not
miss this for the world. When you installed me as Worthy Patron of
Devon Chapter, you said that would be the only time I would get
Grand Honours from you, I think that has changed I thank you for
being here tonight
Frank Gillis - who I call uncle but is a Cousin, and his guest Fran
Thank you for being here tonight.
The Rector of my Church in Marysville, Reverend Canon John
Cathcart and his wife Phyllis - I thank you for being here tonight.
My boss at Terra Consultants, Chris Duffie and his wife Amanda,
now they can see some of the people I see when I leave work early to
go to chapter meetings.
To Jason Knox and his wife Tracey, one of other co-workers now you
also can see why I leave early.
Margo Banks the receptionist at Terra Consultants and her husband
Arron. Thank you for being here.
None of the members of my Army Reserve Unit could be here tonight
due to other commitments.
Would the members of Alexandria Lodge please stand, I thank you
for being here tonight to share in the Fraternal Family with us.
In Closing remember even when you think you are on the wrong track
in life you are on the right track because God is throwing the
switches.
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PRESENTATION OF JEWELS
Presentation of Jewels - Sherry Mitton, PGM, received her Past
Grand Matron's Jewel from Margaret McCully, PGM. She will be
wearing the jewel that belonged to Florence Wilson, PGM
Margaret McCully, PGM: Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Sisters and Brothers. It is an honour for me to have been asked to present Sister Sherry with
her Past Grand Matron's Jewel.
Sister Sherry. You have come a long way since a very nervous new
Worthy Matron presided at a Grand Family Exchange when Brother
Stuart Norton and myself were Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy
Grand Patron. That was twenty five years ago and you have continued
to serve our beautiful Order since that time.
During that year, Sister Florence Wilson, who was the Associate
Grand Matron, was on her way to the North Shore to conduct a
School of Instruction when she was in a very serious car accident -
she was hospitalized in Bathurst and you, Sister Sherry, was one of
her nurses. Over the years Sister Florence sang the praises of the
Sisters and Brothers on the North Shore and how good they had been
to her, but especially the care she got from you. She was always
interested in the business of Grand Chapter and when she heard that
you had been elected Associate Grand Conductress she decided she
would like you to have her Past Grand Matron's Jewel. With her
family's consent I gave the jewel to the Grand Secretary with a note
saying it should go to you if you so desired so I was really pleased
when you contacted me this year to say that the jewel was being
refurbished for you. I know you wrote to Sister Florence's daughter,
Dianne, who read the letter to her several times so I am sure she knew
her wishes were being carried out.
Sister Sherry, I know Sister Florence would have been very proud of
your year of service, as are we all. You have carried out your duties
with dignity and I congratulate you on a very successful year. This
jewel has travelled many miles and I hope, as Past Grand Matron, you
will add more miles to it. I know you will wear it with dignity and
honour. May God continue to bless you with good health and much
happiness. Thank you Sister Sherry for affording me this honour.
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Ron Oakley, PGP, received his Past Grand Patron's Jewel from
Rupert Sypher, PGP.
Rupert Sypher, PGP:
To present you with your Jewel is an honour and privilege. You have
performed your duties with dignity, and on the completion of this year
of service to our Order it is my pleasure to present you with this brand
new Past Grand Past Patron‟s Jewel, which I know you will wear with
pride.
The travelling jewel was presented to Mildred Homer by Sherry
Mitton, Junior Past Grand Matron
This is the travelling jewel and I am sure you will wear it with much
pride and I know you will put a lot of miles on it.
Announcements –
Brother Allan and Sister Mildred have chosen to spend the time
with family and friends this evening and will open their gifts at a
later date. There will be a receiving line at the close of Grand
Chapter followed by a reception for all to attend.
Tobique Chapter meeting in the bulletin will be changed to read
October the 12th.
Electa Chapter will have the Fiddlers performing at 5:00 followed
by a supper at 6:00 PM, prior to the Official Visit.
Sister Helen Walton from Fort Monckton Chapter in Port Elgin
will be celebrating her 100th birthday – open house on July 17
th
in the Baie Verte Community Hall 2-4
The Membership present sang the closing ode `The Day thou Gavest
`Lord Has Ended
The Grand Marshal called these session from labour to refreshment,
to reconvene at the Fredericton Inn, Fredericton, NB on July 5, 2012
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A NEW BEGINNING SESSION
July 5, 6, and 7th
, 2012
DEDICATION
WORTHY GRAND MATRON:
This year is dedicated in loving memory of my husband, Brother
Wally, whose love, support and encouragement inspired me to be
where I am today.
To my daughter, Sister Cindy, and my son Mark, along with their
spouses, whose love, support and understanding has helped me these
past three years. Without them, I may not have achieved my climb to
be Worthy Grand Matron.
To my Mother Chapter, Frank H. Tingley # 5 and to my affiliated
chapter, Winston Churchill # 19, thank you for all your help and
support to date.
To Brother Sydney and Sister Eleanor, who have been my sounding
block and helped me gain the confidence to pursue this dream, thank
you for your friendship and believing in me.
WORTHY GRAND PATRON:
I dedicate this year to my mother, the reason I joined the order and to
the members of Devon Chapter No. 37 for their support in my journey
to the east.
To all the members of the Order for their support and encouragement.
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SCRIPTURE
WGM: St Mathews 5, 14-15
WGP: I Corinthians 13
Motto: Do unto other as you would have them do unto you
Aim: Love thy neighbour as thy self
Watchwords: Charity, Truth and loving Kindness
Emblems: Sword and Veil, Sheaf of Wheat, Crown and Sceptre,
Broken Colum, the Cup
Honour Station: Star Point Officers, the Heroines of our Order
Colours: Shades of Brown, Bronze and Gold
Special Projects
WGM: Juvenile Diabetes
WGP: Parkinson‟s Disease
Projects: All Grand Chapter and General Grand Chapter Projects
Hymns:
WGM: I know who holds Tomorrow, Here I am Lord, In the
Bulb there is a Flower
WGP: Amazing Grace, I Feel the Wind Of God Today
Songs
WGM: Morning has Broken, The Rose, Candle in the Wind,
Whispering Hope, Precious Memories, Magic Penny,
Love can build a Bridge
WGP: Lord of the Dance, Canadian Railway Trilogy, Wind
Beneath my Wings
Flowers: Day Lilies and all the flowers in Gods garden
Fun Symbols:
WGM: Penguins and Sand Dollars
WGP: Model Trains, and Real Trains
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SCHOOL OF INSTRUCTION FOR GRAND OFFICERS
A School of Instruction for all Grand Officers will be held on
Saturday July 23, 2011 at the Masonic Lodge in Moncton beginning
at 10am
All General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand
Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, are invited to join us. A light lunch will
be served
Schools Of Instruction For Subordinate Chapters
Five Schools of instruction are scheduled on the following dates. All
members are invited to attend and participate in this opportunity to
discuss the ritualistic work of our Order.
District #1: to be hosted by Bathurst #22 and held on August 13,
instructed by Sister Jeannie Duncan AGM and as many Grand
Officers who can attend. Prince Charles #27, Prince Andrew #42,
Lady Alexander #24 and Bathurst #22
District #2: to be hosted by Frank H Tingley #5 and held on October 1
instructed by Sister Jeanie Duncan AGM and Sister Bonnie Anderson
DDGM. Frank H Tingley #5, Fidelity #36, Winston Churchill #19,
Zetland #26 and Fort Monkton #11
District #3: To be hosted by Electa #9 and held on August 20,
instructed by Sister Nancy Keirstead Grand Conductress and the
Grand Officers. Victoria #1, Tobique # 23 and Electa #9
District #4: to be hosted by Queen Mary #4 and held on October 1,
instructed by the Associate Grand Conductress and as many of the
Grand Officers who can attend. Lord Beaverbrook #33, Saint John
#14, Phillip Jerguson # 18, Granite #15, St Stephen #8 and Queen
Mary #4
District #5 to be hosted by Celestial #3 and held on August 13.
Instructed by Sister Nancy Keirstead Grand Conductress and Sister
Connie MacPherson DDGM. Devon #37, Celestial #3, Unity #35,
Hillcrest #40 and Remembrance #30
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COMMITTEES
CREDENTIALS: Annie Watson, PM (5)
Avis Dupéré, PM (3)
Ellen Wells (19)
DISTRIBUTION: Joseph Holmes, PGP (9)
Lynn Hutchin, PGM (35)
Lynn Hatt, PGM (15)
JURISPRUDENCE:
Betty Danks, PGM (24)
Shirley MacDonald, PGM (27)
Burton Hall, PGP (15)
CONSTITUTION AND LAWS Carol Sutherland, PGM (8)
Ann Morton, PGM (19)
Doug Swan, PGP (1)
GRIEVANCES AND APPEALS Donna Allen, PGM (11)
John Murray, PGP (26)
Donna McEwen, PGM (24)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS Bob King, PGP (26)
Marjorie Colton, GGCCM (27)
Margaret McCully, PGM (18)
FINANCE:
Audrey Sypher, PGM (24)
Hazel Harris PGM (22)
Ron Oakley, PGP (26)
COMMISSIONER OF TRIALS:
Linda Cogswell, PGM (37)
Ebby Kuhn, PGP(37)
Brenda Taylor, PGM (18)
NECROLOGY: Nancy Keirstead, PM (19)
Lorraine Fullarton, (3)
Heather McKinley (19)
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COMMITTEES
AUDIT:
Brenda Saunders, PGM (36)
Debbie Hill, GGCCM (37)
Ron Jagoe, GGCCM (22)
LOTTIE L KYLE
SCHOLARSHIP AND
EDUCATIONAL FUND:
Linda Boone, PM (7)
Wilma Spencer, PM (40)
Shirley Kraglund, PM (24)
Marilyn Hutchinson, PM (14)
Robert Carson, PP (5)
ESTARL: Ray Kraglund, PP (24)
Betty Steeves PM (37)
Audrey Trask, PM (36)
Ruth Saunders, PM (33)
Margaret Martin, PM (1)
INTERNATIONAL
HEADQUARTERS
Allan Gillis, PP (37)
Olive Trevors, PM (42)
Annie Watson, PM (5)
MEMBERSHIP:
Robert McInnis, PP (33)
Paul Fullarton, PP (3)
Doug Swan, PGP (1)
Dorothy Stewart, PM (24)
OES MAGAZINE
Donna Allen PGM, (11)
Don Williams PP (36)
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE Norma Jean Belyea, PGM (3)
Dewitt Lister, PGP (35)
EASTERN STAR JOURNAL Judy Donnelly, PM (27)
Lynda Swan, PM (1)
Sydney Butland, PP (19)
WEB ADVISORY Lynne Hatt, PGM (15
Mildred Homer, WGM (5)
John Murray, PGP (26)
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NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF PAST GRAND MATRONS
The Year in Which They were Elected
Since Organization of Grand Chapter, November 5th, 1930
Elected at:
1930 Fredericton, Lottie L. Kyle, Moncton No. 5*
1931 Woodstock, Lottie L. Kyle, Moncton No. 5*
1932 Moncton, May King, Woodstock No. 1*
1933 Milltown, Gladys Douple, St. Stephen No. 8*
1934 Grand Falls, Ida Bedell, Andover No. 9*
1935 Fredericton, Mary J. McCain, St. Stephen No. 4*
1936 St. Stephen, Blanche White, Andover No. 10*
1937 Moncton, Edna Kilpatrick, Woodstock No. 7*
1938 Woodstock, Elizabeth Noddin, Calais, Maine No. 2*
1939 Andover, Jeanne Murray, Fredericton No. 3*
1940 Saint John, Laura Shaw, Woodstock No. 1*
1941 Woodstock, Anna Laubman, St. Stephen No. 8*
1942 St. Stephen, Linnie Siddall, Port Elgin No. 11*
1943 Fredericton, Mildred A. Porter, Saint John No. 14*
1944 Moncton, Daisy Wheeler, Moncton No. 5*
1945 Saint John, Jean Stewart, Hartland No. 6*
1946 Milltown, Eva McBride, Woodstock No. 1*
1947 Saint John, E. Mae Earle, Perth No. 9*
1948 Saint John, Evelyn R. Wright, Fredericton No. 3*
1949 Fredericton, Mary E. Wright, Calais, Maine No. 2*
1950 St. Andrews, Marjorie Fryars, Moncton No. 5*
1951 Moncton, Hazel P. Hagerman, Saint John No. 14*
1952 Saint John, Hazel St. C. Doyle, Hampton No 18*
1953 Saint John, Hilda Akerley, Fredericton No. 3*
1954 Fredericton, Exie Dougherty, St. Stephen No. 15*
1955 Woodstock, Eula Guptill, Pennfield No. 16*
1956 St. Stephen, Louise Hicks, Havelock No. 25*
1957 Moncton, Grace Brooks, Aroostook No. 9*
1958 Fredericton, Madeline Raymond No. 1*
1959 Woodstock, Edith Mersereau, Fredericton Junction No.12*
1960 Fredericton, Ruth Lewis, Chatham No. 27*
1961 Newcastle, Velma Branch, Bathurst No. 22*
1962 Saint John, Margaret Sommerville, 870 Main St. (Riverside
Court) Woodstock, E7M 0B2 (325-7200) No. 7
1963 Fredericton, Vola Barker, Fredericton No. 3*
1964 Fredericton, Mildred Trenholme, Port Elgin No. 11*
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1965 Moncton, Elva Godfrey, Saint John No. 18*
1966 Saint John, Eileen Jackson, St. Stephen No. 4*
1967 St. Andrews, Edythe Hathewaye, Bathurst No. 22*
1968 Bathurst, Eileen Price, Moncton, NB No. 5*
1969 Moncton, Mary Fanjoy, Box 4673, Rothesay E2E 5X4 No. 33
1970 Saint John, Rhoda Steeves, Moncton No. 36*
1971 Moncton, Blanche Grant, St. George Mo. 15*
1972 St. Andrews, Glenna Taylor, 5321 Route 108 Hwy,
Lower Derby E1V 5B5 (622-0101) No. 42
1973 Newcastle, Annie Saunders, Rothesay No. 33*
1974 Sussex, Genevra Oliver, Fredericton No. 37*
1975 Fredericton, Kay Bleakney, Moncton No. 5*
1976 Moncton, Anne Steeves, 9 Minto Street, Campbellton
E3N 2W3 (753-3452) No. 24
1977 Campbellton, Thelma Peacock, Saint John No. 14*
1978 Saint John, Myrtle Fillmore, Fredericton No. 3*
1979 Fredericton, Lottie MacCallum, Saint John No. 34*
1980 Saint John, Ethel Tweedie, Rexton Lions‟ Senior
Complex, 84 Main St, Rexton E4W 2B3 (876-2679) No. 27
1981 Chatham, F. Pauline Allan, 987 Manawagonish Road,
Saint John E2M 3X2 (672-2681) No. 18
1982 Saint John, Jean Scott, Bathurst No. 22*
1983 Bathurst, Norma Jean Belyea, 195 Charing Crescent
Fredericton E3B 4R9 (457-0789) No. 3
1984 Fredericton, Jacquie Boutilier, 25 Vista Drive, Moncton
E1A 4L6 (382-3217) No. 36
1985 Moncton, Margaret McCully, 9 Wayne Terrace, Saint
John E2M 5Z1 (672-3774) No. 18
1986 Saint John, Florence Wilson, Quispamsis No. 33*
1987 Sussex, Jeanne Wheelock, 36 Center Dr, Orrington ME
04474, ((207) 825-3752) No. 8
1988 St. Stephen, Betty Danks, 343 Goderich Street, Dalhousie
E8C 1V1 (684-4933) No. 24
1989 Saint John, Jean Belding, 310-825 McLeod Avenue,
Fredericton E3B 9V4 (459-6760) No. 3
1990 Fredericton, Ann Lister, 386 Frog Lake Road, Harvey,
York Co., E6K 2G4 (366-5355) No. 35
1991 Fredericton, Joan Hicks, Riverview No. 1*
1992 Woodstock, Hilda Shaffer, 81 Charyl Court, Riverview
E1B 4C6 (387-7117) No. 19
1993 Moncton, Hazel Harris, 208-225 Millhaven Court,
Bathurst E2A 1W5 (546-4160) No. 22
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1994 Bathurst, Brenda I. Taylor, 490 ClearView Row, Saint
John E2M 3A4 (635-8761) No. 18
1995 Saint John, Brenda J. Saunders, 214 Downey Avenue
Riverview E1B 1W7 (386-3595) (854-0401) No. 36
1996 Moncton, Shirley MacDonald, 255 O‟Keefe Road,
Miramichi E1V 6J3 (773-6685) No. 27
1997 Fredericton, Rose Scott, 164 Sunshine Drive, Moncton
E1G 2C8 (855-7897) No. 36
1998 Moncton, Audrey Sypher, 172 Morris Street, Miramichi
E1V 0A2 (836-9083) No. 24
1999 Moncton, Ann Morton, 1075 Route 114, Lower Coverdale
E1J 1A1 (386-8626) No. 19
2000 Moncton, Carol Sutherland, 1231 Route 127, Rollingdam
E5C 2W2 (466-4077) No. 8
2001 Fredericton, Debbie Hill, 101 Hilltop Drive, Fredericton
E3A 2J3 (472-2402) No. 37
2002 Fredericton, Leitha Holmes, 2863 Route 130, Four Falls,
E3Z 2H2 (273-3512) No, 9
2003 Fredericton, Marjorie Colton, 16-28 Heritage Road,
Miramichi E1N 3C2 (773-7875) No. 27
2004 Fredericton, Donna Allen, 1345 Route 955, Murray Corner
E4M 3H6 (538-2672) No. 11
2005 Fredericton, Elaine MacLean, 39 Sherry‟s Lane, Fredericton
E3C 1L8 (454-9555) No. 3
2006 Fredericton, Donna McEwen, 2 Ouellon St, Campbellton
E3N 2E4 (759-9893) No. 24
2007 Fredericton, Lynne Hatt, 74 Artemus Hatt Road, L‟Etang
E5C 2B7 (755-6157) No 15
2008 Fredericton, Linda Cogswell, 203 Wood Lane, Fredericton
E3B 7N9 (206-1151) No. 37
2009 Fredericton, Lynn Hutchin, 4482 Route 640, York Co.,
Harvey E6K 2X5 (366-5538), No. 35
2010 Fredericton, Sherry Mitton, 280 St. John St., Bathurst
E2A 1E7 (546-63456), No. 22
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NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF PAST GRAND PATRONS
The Year Which They were Elected
Since Organization of Grand Chapter, November 5th, 1930
1930 Fredericton, R. Donald Stewart, Hartland No. 6*
1931 Woodstock, R. Donald Stewart, Hartland No. 6*
1932 Moncton, O. B. Dobson, Moncton No. 5*
1933 Milltown, John E. Andrews, Andover No. 10*
1934 Grand Falls, H.S. Wright, Fredericton No. 3*
1935 Fredericton, Rev. Canon J.E. McAlden, St. Andrews No. 9*
1936 St. Stephen, James Walker, Moncton No. 5*
1937 Moncton, Cecil R. Fitzsimmons, Woodstock No. 5*
1938 Woodstock, Bertrum Wilson, Moncton No. 5*
1939 Andover, Earl Nason, Fredericton Junction No. 12*
1940 Saint John, Arthur Kearney, Hartland No. 6*
1941 Woodstock, Frank Thomas, Petitcodiac No. 3*
1942 St. Stephen, C. Scott Currie, Woodstock No. 1*
1943 Fredericton, G. I. Nugent, Fredericton No. 3*
1944 Moncton, Walter S. Allen, St. Stephen No. 8*
1945 Saint John, John Akerley, Fredericton No. 3*
1946 Milltown, Kenneth W. Warden, Saint John No. 14*
1947 Saint John, Kenneth Anderson, Lawrence Station No. 8*
1948 Saint John, Charles Wry, Bath No. 7*
1949 Fredericton, Harle E. Winslow, Bering, ME No. 2*
1950 St. Andrews, Arthur Carvell, Lakeville No. 6*
1951 Moncton, Judson Tompkins, Perth-Andover No. 9x
1952 Saint John, Leonard Wilson, West Saint John No. 18*
1953 Saint John, Harry Hersey, St. George No. 15*
1954 Fredericton, Eldon Atkinson, Campbellton No. 24*
1955 Woodstock, Glendon Smith, Upper Mills No. 2*
1956 St. Stephen, Roy H. Colwell, Fredericton No. 3*
1957 Moncton, James Ingram, Oromocto No. 4*
1958 Fredericton, Allison Knowles, Harvey Station No. 35*
1959 Woodstock, Rev C.E. Miller, Amherst, NS No. 38x
1960 Fredericton, W.T.F. Johnston, Saint John No. 14*
1961 Newcastle, Wallace Hyslop, Moores Mills No. 8*
1962 Saint John, Alexander MacCallum, 28 Fernwood Cresc.,
Hamilton, Ont. L8T 3L1 No. 34
1963 Woodstock, Austin Steeves, Moncton No. 36*
1964 Fredericton, Donald W. Kyle, Riverview No. 19*
1965 Moncton, Bernard Oliver, Devon No. 37*
1966 Saint John, Howard Saunders, Rothesay No. 33*
195
1967 St. Andrews, Everett McKinnon, 118 Restigouche Drive
Tide Head E3N 4H6 (753-6558) No. 24
1968 Bathurst, W. Burton Scott, Saint John No. 14*
1969 Moncton, H. Douglas Hall, Fredericton Junction No. 12*
1970 Saint John, Robert Jackson, 8 Albert Street, St. Stephen
E3L 2P3 No. 4
1971 Moncton, Gerald Fowler, Lepreau No. 18*
1972 St. Andrews, Leonard Kelloway, Centreville No. 7*
1973 Newcastle, Edward Crowther, Bathurst No. 22*
1974 Sussex, Frank Bean, Fredericton Junction No. 12*
1975 Fredericton, James Clouston, Newcastle No. 42*
1976 Moncton, Cecil Jeffries, Sussex Corner No. 21*
1977 Campbellton, Ernest W. Grant, Saint John No. 36*
1978 Saint John, J. Stewart Brooks, Aroostook No. 9*
1979 Fredericton, Harry Livingstone, Riverview No. 5*
1980 Saint John, Ralph T. Haley, St. Stephen No. 4*
1981 Chatham, Douglas Hannah, Shediac No. 26*
1982 Saint John, Fred Woodworth, Riverview No. 11*
1983 Bathurst, Joseph A. Potter, 114-960 St. George Blvd,
Moncton E1E 3Y3 (386-4313) No. 5
1984 Fredericton, DeWitt Lister, 386 Frog Lake Road, Harvey
York Co., E6K 2G4 (366-5355) No. 35
1985 Moncton, Stuart Norton, 165 Robin Hood Ave, North
Tetagouche E2A 4Y7 (546-5389) No. 22
1986 Saint John, Clinton Shaffer, 81 Charyl Court, Riverview
E1B 4C6 (387-7117) No. 19
1987 Sussex, James Page, Centreville No. 7*
1988 St. Stephen, Basil Leckey, Chipman No. 30*
1989 Saint John, Eldon Libby, Riverview No. 36*
1990 Fredericton, Peter Colton, Chatham No. 27*
1991 Fredericton, George Theal, 515-960 St. George Blvd,
Moncton E1E 3Y3 (855-0021) No. 5
1992 Woodstock, John Beattie, Sussex No. 21*
1993 Moncton, Rupert Sypher, Miramichi, No. 24*
1994 Bathurst, Joseph Holmes, 2863 Route 130, Four Falls,
E3Z 2H2 (273-3512) No. 9
1995 Saint John, Elderic Thorne, Minto No. 30*
1996 Moncton, Dale Nicklin, 12 Pebbles Beach Ln, Pin Stream
E3A 4A2 No. 37
1997 Fredericton, Carr Graham, Moncton No. 26*
196
1998 Moncton, Murray Clouston, 4489 Cape Hwy, Salmon Beach
E2A 6C3 (546-6504) No. 22
1999 Moncton, Gordon Steeves, 305-35 McKnight Street
Fredericton, E3A 5W6 (455-1096) No. 23
2000 Moncton, Charles Rafuse, 10 King Lane, St. George
E5C 3L5 (755-6750) No. 15
2001 Fredericton, Doug Swan, 169 St. John Street, Woodstock
E7M 2T9 (328-6929) No. 1
2002 Fredericton, Ronald Jagoe, 8053 Route 11, Stonehaven
E2A 5N9 (546-3934) No. 22
2003 Fredericton, Evan Thomas, 45 Leopold St, Moncton
(381-8351) No. 26
2004 Fredericton, John Murray, 3803 Route 132, Scoudouc
E4P 3M5 (532-2906) No. 26
2005 Fredericton, Ambury Newman, Miramichi No. 42*
2006 Fredericton, Graham Vincent, 9 MacLean Street, Charlo
E8E 2M7 (684-3887) No. 24
2007 Fredericton, Burton Hall, 426 Route 785, Utopia E5C 2K1
(755-3271) No. 15
2008 Fredericton, Bob King, 8 Louise Lane, Grande Digue,
E4B 4S7 (cell 576-7848) No. 26
2009 Fredericton, Ebby Kuhn, 40 Nashwaak West Road, Taymouth
E6C 1Z8 (367-2965) No. 37
2010 Fredericton, Ron Oakley,20 East St, Moncton , NB
E1A 7A1 (383-9665) No. 26
*Deceased +Suspended xDemitted
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GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER OFFICERS
2009 - 2012
Rennie Ofton,
Most Worthy Grand Matron,
131 Andricks Drive,
San Antonio, TX 78223
John E. Grobler
A/ Right Worthy Grand Patron
PSC 473 Box 13
FPO AP 96349-0013
Barbara "Bobbi" Browning White
Right Worthy Associate Grand Matron
1578 Kanawha Boulevard East #4A
Charleston, WV 25311-2462
John E. Grobler
Right Worthy Associate Grand Patron
PSC 473 Box 13
FPO AP 96349-0013
Alma Lynn Bane
Right Worthy Grand Secretary
1618 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009-2549
Glenda G. Winchester
Right Worthy Grand Treasurer
P.O. Box 70
223 Greer Drive
Six Mile, SC 29682
Helen J. Westmoreland
Right Worthy Grand Conductress
P.O. Box 68
Valparaiso, FL 32580-0068
198
Marianne Shenefelt
Right Worthy Associate Grand Conductress
6426 Maine Street
Cheyenne, WY 82009
Michael "Mike" Berry, Chairman
Right Worthy Grand Trustees
5805 Glen Park Road
Louisville, KY 40222
Paula Argus
Right Worthy Grand Trustee
1687 East 6525 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84121-2550
Betty J. Briggs
Right Worthy Grand Trustee
2403 Camelot Avenue NW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
Robert C. Penoyer
Right Worthy Grand Sentinel
613 Misty Hill Lane
Dallastown, PA 17313-9427
Elizabeth H. Bordeaux
Worthy Grand Chaplain
1255 Lynx Bend
San Antonio, TX 78251-4026
Mary F. Lockridge
Worthy Grand Marshal
541 Langfield
Northville, MI 48167-1147
Rosemary Swetland
Worthy Grand Organist
1276 FM 2497
Diboll, TX 75941
199
Marilyn L. Woods
Worthy Grand Adah
1912 Gravois Road
High Ridge, MO 63049-2612
Connie Woodward
Worthy Grand Ruth
378 Brewery Lane
Orillia, ON
L3V 7H8
Margaret A. Clarke (PGM of NS and PEI)
Worthy Grand Esther
21 Hidden Meadows Place
Coldbrook, NS
B4R 0A3
Diane Peters
Worthy Grand Martha
3702 Sumter Forest Drive
Little Rock, AR 72212-2926
Elizabeth T. Roach
Worthy Grand Electa
P.O. Box 163
Stonewall, LA 71078
Vivian Chrisopulos
Worthy Grand Warder
3661 Forest Run Drive
Richfield, OH 44286-9408
200
GRAND SECRETARIES – ALL JURISDICTIONS
ALABAMA October Elaine Springsteen
1423 Upper Kingston Road
Prattville, AL 36067-6873
ALBERTA June Mrs. Lee Clay
330 12th Avenue, SW
Calgary, Alberta
CANADA T2R 0H2
ARIZONA August Diana Houlette, PGM
4600 N 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85016-5204
ARKANSAS December Annie Ruth Bryant, PGM
3602 Nitawood Drive
Little Rock, AR 72206
AUSTRALIA June Lorraine Ellison
Worthy Grand Secretary
P.O. Box 574
Lithgow, New South Wales
AUSTRALIA 2790
BOLIVIA July Maria Teresa Rejas Trigo
(Pessoa)
#47 Street Begonias Zone Sirari
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
BRITISH
COLUMBIA&
YUKON
June Sheila Carlson
20604 95A Avenue
Langley, BC
V1M 1H8
CALIFORNIA October Maryann Barrios
16960 Bastanchury Rd, Ste E
Yorba Linda, CA 92886-1711
COLORADO September Valerie Grundvig
2445 S. Quebec, Suite B
Denver, CO 80231-1236
201
CONNECTICUT April Marilyn Mattoon, PGM
PO Box 143
Plymouth, CT 06782
DELAWARE May Joan S. Edwards, PGM
6112 W. Denney‟s Road
Dover, DE 199901-1534
DISTRICT OF
COLUMBIA
May Mrs. Dorothy S. Thornley,
PGM
122 C Street, NW Suite 115
Washington, DC 20001-2109
FLORIDA April Linda J. Dudley
P.O. Box 97
Bonifay, FL 32425-0097
GEORGIA June George "Mike" Looney, PGP
P.O. Box 5820
Alpharetta, GA 30023
IDAHO June Denise Hunt
2960 Selkirk Drive
Boise, ID 83702
ILLINOIS October Janice M. Shank
P.O. Box 317
Macon, IL 62544-0317
INDIANA June Mrs. Jonny D. Beeler
890 Red Skelton Circle
Franklin, IN 46131-2577
IOWA October Nancy L. Niday
P.O. Box 72
Knoxville, IA 50138
KANSAS April Helen Ohlsson
3400 SW Van Buren Street -
Suite 110
Topeka, KS 66611-2462
202
KENTUCKY October Carolyn S. Perkins
P.O. Box 7
LaGrange, KY 40031
LOUISIANA March Terrie C. Castay, PGM
P.O. Box 740412
New Orleans, LA 70174-0412
MAINE May Corley Anne Byras
P.O. Box 119
Bowdoinham, ME 04008
MANITOBA May Ms. Elizabeth Evans, PGM
52-525 Cathcart Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
CANADA R3R 0S6
MARYLAND May Donna L. Almony
304 International Circle
Cockeysville, MD 21030
MASSACHUSETTS May Karen E. Grabau
P.O. Box 600583
Newtonville, MA 02460-0006
MICHIGAN October Mary A. Ivey
13464 Preston Drive, Suite 250
Marshall, MI 49068-9684
MINNESOTA May Glen Carlson
11501 Masonic Home Drive
Bloomington, MN 55437
MISSISSIPPI April Darlene Roberts, PGM,
138 Northshore Way
Madison, MS 39110
MISSOURI October Brenda Austin, PGM
6033 Masonic Drive, Suite C
Columbia, MO 65202
203
MONTANA June Carol Zehntner
P.O. Box 330
12 East Main (Street Address-
UPS only)
White Sulphur Springs, MT
59645
NEBRASKA May Jan E. Thoman, GGCCM,
P.O. Box 156
300 East 23rd Street (Street
address-UPS only)
Fremont, NE 68026-0156
NEVADA September Barbara L. Redmond
1825 Pocono Court
Sparks, NV 89434
NEW
BRUNSWICK
July Doug Swan, PGP
169 St. John Street
Woodstock, NB E7M 2T9
NEW
HAMPSHIRE
August Jean Van Stelten
P.O. Box 4743
Manchester, NH 03108-4743
NEW JERSEY May Ella R. Kovash, PMWGM
Right Worthy Grand Secretary
111 Finderne Avenue
Bridgewater, NJ 08807-3101
NEW MEXICO October Barbara B. Eichmuller
1602 S. Saddler Street
Deming, NM 88030-6113
NEW YORK October Lois M. Carlsen, PMWGM
PO Box 908
Rockville Centre, NY 11571
NORTH
CAROLINA
June Frieda M. Nettles, PGM
P.O. Box 1660
Apex, NC 27502
204
NORTH DAKOTA June
Roberta Kloster
1405 North 3rd Street
Fargo, ND 58102
NOVA SCOTIA
&PRINCE
EDWARD ISLAND
July Mrs. Betty Ann Loughnan
2375 Roosevelt Drive
Halifax, Nova Scotia
CANADA B3L 3H8
OHIO October Roberta G. David, PGM
2163 Crab Tree Drive
Beavercreek, OH 45431
OKLAHOMA October Shirley A. Niehoff
1415 N. Walnut
Guthrie, OK 73044-2003
ONTARIO August Lynne Atkinson
413 Drew Street
Woodstock, Ontario
CANADA N4S 4V3
OREGON June Chris Nacheff Maneker
707 Main Street, Suite 400
Oregon City, OR 97045
PENNSYLVANIA June Mary Ann Rhode
P.O. Box 8
Wornelsdorf, PA 19567-0008
PUERTO RICO September Iris Violeta de Rivero, PGM,
P.O. Box 810255 - A.M.F.
Carolina, PR 00981-0255
QUEBEC October Anita Young, PGM
1301 Barsalou
Chambly, QC
CANADA J3L 2X8
205
RHODE ISLAND October Robert A. Kane, PGP ,
GGCCMQQ
95 Farnum Road
Warwick, RI 02888-3950
SAO PAULO April Maria das Gracas da Silva
Vasconcelos
R. Miguel Antonio Duque No.
445
Prq. Mansur Daud
Sao Jose do Rio Preto
Sao Paulo 15070-630 BRAZIL
SASKATCHEWAN April Janet Zondervan
P.O. Box 587
Moosomin, Saskatchewan
CANADA S0G 3N0
SCOTLAND April Elizabeth French
Worthy Grand Secretary
143 West Regent Street
Glasgow, SCOTLAND G2
2SG
SOUTH
CAROLINA
June Mary F. Coggins, PGM
P.O. Box 866
Elgin, SC 29045
SOUTH DAKOTA October Eileen F. Harmes, PGM
513 West Fourth Avenue
Mitchell, SD 57301-2402
TENNESSEE April Jean Vincent, PGM
1007 Hyndsver Road
Martin, TN 38237
TEXAS August Marlene Scholari
1503 West Division
Arlington, TX 76012
206
UTAH October Shanna L. Minert
4034 South 750 West
Ogden, UT 84405-2651
VERMONT June Mrs. Jerri K. Riegler, PGM
65 Lindale Drive
Colchester, VT 05446
VIRGINIA May Beverley C. Brooks, PGM
4101 Nine Mile Road
Richmond, VA 23223-4999
WASHINGTON June Sandra K. Henry
615 North Street, SE
Turnwater, WA 98501-9321
WEST VIRGINIA October Carolyn Davis, PGM
P.O. Box 39
Philippi, WV 26416
WISCONSIN May Sharon Swartwout
36275 Sunset Drive
Dousman, WI 53118-9349
WYOMING August Sheralyn Farnham
1613 Ord Street
Laramie, WY 82070
207
BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE
LOTTIE L. KYLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AND
EDUCATIONAL FUND
Winston Churchill Chapter # 19 Muriel Stevens St. Stephen Chapter # 8 Lloyd McKenzie Winston Churchill # 19 Eleanor Duffy Lord Beaverbrook Chapter # 33 C. Reed OES Magazine Eileen Price, PGM Prince Andrew Chapter #42 Margaret Gilks Prince Andrew Chapter #42 Fred Clarke, MWGP Lady Alexander Fred Clarke, MWGP St. Stephen Chapter #8 Betty Smith Ken Cassaboom Helen Page Heather Savoie Helen Page Suzanne Pelletier Helen Page Elsie McIntosh Helen Page Laurie Hutchinson Helen Page First Baptist Church – Houlton Maine Helen Page Joan Beveridge Helen Page Linda Whittaker Helen Page
ESTARL
Prince Andrew Chapter #42 Margaret Gilks Prince Andrew Chapter #42 Fred Clarke, MWGP Queen Mary Chapter #42 Fred Clarke, MWGP Granite Chapter #15 Fred Clarke, MWGP Doug and Lynda Swan Helen Page
Service Dogs
Helen Ball Remington – RCMP Dog
Cancer Prince Charles Chapter #27 Fred Clarke, MWGP Marjorie Colton Fred Clarke, MWGP Marjorie Colton Jesse Murray Shirley MacDonald Fred Clarke, MWGP Shirley MacDonald Jesse Murray
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DIRECTORY OF SUBORDINATE CHAPTERS
Chapter Worthy Matron Worthy Patron Secretary
Victoria #1 211 Neilson St Woodstock 2nd Tuesday @7:30 Closed Jul & Aug
Judy Gilliss 3197 Route 585, Newbridge, NB E7N 1K4 (506) 328-6122
Oliver Monteith 3215 Route 585, Newbridge, NB E7N 1K4 (506) 328-2156
Doug Swan, PGP 169 St. John Street, Woodstock, NB E7M 2T9 (506) 328-6929
Celestial #3 907 Prospect Fredericton 3rd Thursday@7:30 Closed Jan & Feb
Debbie Cawker 27 Logan Street, Fredericton, NB E3B 9L5 (506) 454-9106
Douglas Cawker 27 Logan Street, Fredericton, NB E3B 9L5 (506) 454-9106
Norma Jean Belyea, PGM 195 Charing Cres Fredericton E3B 4R9 (506) 457-0789
Queen Mary #4 9 Main Street St Stephen 3rd Thursday@7:30 Closed Jul & Aug
Norma Caswell 12 West Street, St. Stephen, NB E3L 1P1 (506) 466-2067
James Maxwell 147 King Street, St. Stephen, NB E3L 2C7 (506) 466-1798
Marjorie Linton 970 Route 730 Scotch Ridge, NB E3L 5L2 (506) 466-3158
Frank H Tingley #5 115 Queen St Moncton 2nd Monday @7:30 Closed Jul & Aug
Joanne Cameron 43 Teakwood Way, Moncton, NB E1G 1T3 (506) 852-5500
Murray McInnis 112 Leaside Drive, Moncton, N.B. E1C 4L5 (506) 384-2178
Agnes Weaver 40 Weldon St, Apt 116, Moncton, NB E1C 5V8 (506) 855-3077
St Stephen #8 9 Main St St Stephen 3rd Monday @7:30 Closed Jul & Aug
Carol Sutherland, PGM 1231 Rte 12, Rollingdam, NB E5A 2W2 (506) 466-4077
Ross MacLeod 23 MacLeod Rd., Tower Hill, NB E5A 2N3 (506) 466-4769
Brenda McGibbon 8427 Rte 3 Moores Mills, NB E5A 1Y1 (506) 466-4081
209
Chapter
Worthy Matron Worthy Patron Secretary
Electa #9 1137 W Riverside Dr Perth-Andover 1st Wed @7:30 Closed Jul & Aug
Margaret Malm 13796 Rte 105 Tilley, NB E7H 3Z5 (506) 273-2855
Glendon Furge 1050 Rte. 109, Currie Siding, NB E7H 4G6 (506)273-3324
Joseph Holmes, PGP 2863 Route 130 Four Falls, NB E3Z 2H2 (506) 273-3512
Fort Monckton #11 Church Street Port Elgin 4th Monday @ 8pm Closed Jul & Aug
Anne Murray 3803 Route 132, Scoudouc Road, NB E4P 3M5 (506) 532-2906
Parker Allen 1792 Route 955, Little Shemogue, NB E4M 2Y8 (506)538- 7728
Christine Trenholm 595 Route 960 Cape Spear, NB E4M 1R8 (506) 538-7448
Saint John #14 92 Germain St Saint John 2nd Wed@7:30 Closed Jul & Aug
Marilyn Hutchinson 48 Carleton Dr. Quispamsis, NB E2G 0C3 (506) 847-0269
Joe Gillis 408 Gondola Pt. Rd., Quispamsis, NB E2E 1X2 (506) 847-5056
Betty Boyer 349 Douglas Ave Saint John, NB E2K 1E9 (506) 652-4627
Granite #15 2 Carleton St St George 2nd Wed@7:30 Closed Jul & Aug
Lynne Hatt, PGM 74 Artemus Hatt Road, St. George, NB E5C 2B7 (506) 755-6157
Allen Hatt 74 Artemus Hatt Road, St. George, NB E5C 2B7 (506) 755-6157
Burton Hall, PGP 426 Route 785 Utopia, NB E5C 2K1 (506) 755-3271
Philip A Jerguson #18 270 Charlotte Saint John West 1st Friday @ 7:30pm Closed Jul & Aug
Maxine MacMillan 69 Dunn Ave., Saint John, NB E2M 2X8 (506) 672-5383
Don Taylor 490 Clearview Row Saint John, NB E2M 3Z4 (506) 635-8761
Helen Humphreys 40 Sylvia Drive Saint John, NB E2J 3K1 (506) 696-1071
210
Chapter
Worthy Matron Worthy Patron Secretary
Winston Churchill #19 10 Church Street Riverside-Albert 1st Monday @ 8pm Closed Jan & Feb
Heather McKinley 10 Warren Ave., Riverview, NB E1B 3M3 (506) 386-5278
Allan McKinley 10 Warren Ave., Riverview, NB E1B 3M3 (506) 386-5278
Ann Morton, PGM 1075 Route 114 Lower Coverdale, NB E1J 1A1 (506) 386-8626
Bathurst #22 250 Main St Bathurst 2nd Tuesday @7:30 Closed Jul & Aug
Peggy Jagoe 8053 Route 11, Stonehaven, Glou. Co., N.B. E2A 5N9 (506) 546-3934
Ron Jagoe GGCCM 8053 Route 11, Stonehaven, Glou. Co., N.B. E2A 5N9 (506) 546-3934
Hazel Harris PGM A208, 225 Millhaven Ct Bathurst, NB E2A 1W5 (506) 546-4160
Tobique #23 Orange Street Plaster Rock 1st Tuesday@8:00 Closed Jan & Feb
Susan Geneau 479 Route 385 Mapleview, NB E7G 3M6 (506) 536-2212
William Miller III 4160 Route 385 Nictau, NB E7G 3A9 (506) 356-2409
Lynn Steeves 163 William St Grand Falls, NB E3Z 1A9 (506) 473-1370
Lady Alexander #24 8 Adam St Campbellton 3rd Monday @ 8:00 Closed Jul & Aug
Sandra MacIntosh 27 MacIntosh Crescent, Beldune, NB E8G 2H1 (506) 237-2059
Ron MacIntosh 27 MacIntosh Crescent, Beldune, NB E8G 2H1 (506) 237-2059
Betty Danks, PGM 343 Goderich St Dalhousie, NB E8C 1V1 (506) 684-4933
Zetland #26 Route 133 Shediac Cape 3rd Tueday@8pm Closed Jan & Feb
Sandra Veneau 1180 Ryan Rd., Moncton, NB E1C 8Z4 (506) 852-3549
Ron Bateman 265 Bateman Mill Rd., Shediac cape, NB E4P 2Y9 (506) 576-6800
Linda Murray 75 MacDougall Rd MacDougall Settlement, NB E1H 3G1 (506)576-7433
211
Chapter
Worthy Matron Worthy Patron Secretary
Prince Charles #27 182 Wellington Miramichi 3rd Wed @8pm Closed Jul & Aug
Joyce Spence 321 Scenic Drive, S.Tetagouche, NB E2A 4Z3 (506) 548-0003
Terry Spence 321 Scenic Drive, S.Tetagouche, NB E2A 4Z3 (506) 548-0003
Shirley MacDonald PGM 225 O’Keefe Rd Miramichi, NB E1V 6J3 (506) 773-6685
Remembrance #30 60 Queen St. Minto 3rd Monday @8pm Closed Jan & Feb
Linda Cogswell, PGM 203 Wood Lane, Fredericton, NB E3B 9N8 (506) 206-1151
Austin Chase 1507 Rte 690, Clarks Corner, NB E4B 1S6 (506) 385-2114
Bonnie Anderson 5450 Route 10 Hardwood Ridge, NB E4A 1A3 (506) 372-4395
Lord Beaverbrook #33 Church Street Hampton 3rd Thursday@7:30 Closed Jan & Feb
Marjory Yeomans 67 Everett Street, Hampton, NB E5N 5N8 (506) 832-7086
Keith Lyons 55 Brookview Ave., Hampton, NB E5N 5E5 (506) 832-5383
Ruth Saunders 276 Route 100 Nauwigewauk, NB E5N 6Z2 (506) 832-4210
Unity #35 8 Candlelight Lane Harvey Station 4th Wed @ 8pm Closed Jul & Aug
Lisa Duncan 633 Rte 635, Harvey,York Co. NB E6K 3M3 (506) 366-3516
Ian Duncan P.O. Box 314, Harvey Stn.,NB E6K 3W9 (506) 366-3105
Lynn Hutchin, PGM 4482 Route 640 Harvey, York Co, NB E6K 2X5 (506) 366-5538
Fidelity #36 36 Bradford Riverview 1st Tuesday@7:30 Closed Jul & Aug
Lynda Williams A102, 66 Essex St., Moncton, NB E1C 0H5 (506) 861-9183
Don Williams A102, 66 Essex St., Moncton, NB E1C 0H5 (506) 861-9183
Audrey Trask 46 Lindsay St Riverview, NB E1B 3A1 (506) 386-1417
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Worthy Matron Worthy Patron Secretary
Devon #37 110 Johnston St Fredericton North 2nd Friday@7:30 Closed Jan & Feb
Doris Moore, 23 Floral Ave., Fredericton, NB E3A 1K8 (506) 457-0996
Ebby Kuhn, PGP 40 Nashwaak Taymouth, N.B. E6B 1Z8 (506) 367-2965
Carolyn Calhoun 24 Michael Ave Hanwell, NB E3C 2A2 (506) 458-7017
Hillcrest #40 6226 Rte #8 Hwy Boiestown 4th Tueday@8pm Closed Jan & Feb
Norma Smith 6389 Rte 8, Boiestown, NB E6A 1Z5 (506) 369-8872
Bradley Smith 6389 Rte 8, Boiestown, NB E6A 1Z5 (506) 369-8872
Judy Ross 6320 Hwy 8, Boiestown NB E6A 1M1 (506) 369-8900
Prince Andrew #42 Newcastle Blvd Miramichi 1st Thursday following the 2nd Tue @ 8pm Closed Jul & Aug
Jean Kelly 249 King George Hwy Miramichi, NB E1V 1E9 (506) 622-6375
David Bucklow 225 Chambers St Miramichi, NB E1V 2C5 (506) 22-7124
Glenna Taylor, PGM 5321 Rte 108 Hwy Lower Derby, NB E1V 5B5 (506) 622-0101
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GRAND REPRESENTATIVES 2010 - 2011
Peggy Jagoe Dec 31/11 Alabama Willie Mae Bishop Dec 31/12
Bessie Head Dec 31/12 Alberta Edith Gillis Dec 31/12
Wayne Bannister
Dec 31/11 Arizona Teri Bumgarner Dec 31/11
Ruth Bishop Dec 31/12 Arkansas Billie Cook Dec 31/12
Alice Clark Dec 31/11 Australia Victor Tate Dec 31/10
Stephen Allen Dec 31/12 British Columbia/Yukon
Sandy Marshall Mar 31/12
Edna Clouston Dec 31/11 California Mary Dixon Dec 31/11
Rhoda Briggs Dec 31/12 Colorado Elsie Tabor Dec 31/12
Darlene Whitney
Dec 31/12 Connecticut Barbara Lott Dec 31/11
Helen Ellis Dec 31/12 Delaware Thomas Neary Dec 31/12
William Miller III Dec 31/11 District of Columbia
William Earl Super
Dec 31/12
Lorraine Fullarton
Dec 31/12 Florida Cecilia Hemphill Dec 31/13
Judy Gillis Dec 31/12 Georgia David Watkins Dec 31/12
Carrie Weaver Dec 31/11 Idaho Janet Wheeler Dec 31/11
Kaye Cain Dec 31/11 Illinois Carolyn Tenhouse
Dec 31/12
Marjorie Linton Dec 31/11 Indiana Geneva Taylor Dec 31/10
Norma Smith Apr 01/13 Iowa Barbara Croft Dec 31/13
Sandra Veneau Dec 31/12 Kansas Sharon Monhollon
Dec 31/11
Linda Black Dec 31/12 Kentucky Margie George Dec 31/11
Candace Duplisea
May 01/13 Louisiana Cora Caraway Dec 31/11
Susan Geneau Mar 01/13 Maine Sis Allison Roy Mar 31/13
Barb Leadbetter
Dec 31/11 Manitoba Ina Williamson Dec 31/11
Judy Langsburg
Dec 31/12 Maryland Joann Wilson Dec 31/11
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Kathleen Firlotte
Dec 31/12 Massachusetts Jennifer Campea Dec 31/11
Barbara Greenlaw
Dec 31/11 Michigan Kathlene Lamphere
Dec 31/12
Glendon Hill Dec 31/12 Minnesota Nancy Steele Dec 31/11
Mary DuManoir Dec 31/11 Mississippi Lynette McVey Dec 31/11
Parker Allen Dec 31/11 Missouri Glenn Hastings Dec 31/12
Marilyn Hutchinson
Dec 31/12 Montana Janet Townsend Dec 31/11
Margaret Martin
Dec 31/11 Nebraska Jean Olson Dec 31/13
Terri Bergy Dec 31/11 Nevada Willis Moore Dec 31/13
Diane Manning Dec 31/12 New Hampshire Shirley A Lane Dec 31/11
Roxanne Pond Dec 31/12 New Jersey Emil Affsa Dec 31/12
Betty Boyer Dec 31/11 New Mexico Everett Putney Dec 31/12
Helen Humphreys
Dec 31/11 New York Rose Wambolt Dec 31/12
Dorothy Stewart
Dec 31/11 North Carolina Donald Thomas Lyerly
Dec 31/12
Ronald McIntosh
Dec 31/12 North Dakota William Zeller Dec 31/12
Vivien Kierstead
Dec 31/12 Nova Scotia/PEI Pat Mooney Dec 31/13
Winnie Bateman
Dec 31/11 Ohio Kay Beck Dec 31/11
Henry Morton Dec 31/11 Oklahoma Earlene Mason Dec 31/11
Sally Donald Dec 31/11 Ontario Florence Dixon Dec 31/11
Don Clark Dec 31/12 Oregon Larry Christman Dec 31/11
Bonnie Anderson
Dec 31/11 Pennsylvania Joanne R Schmoutz
Dec 31/10
Nathalie Brodeur
Dec 31/12 Puerto Rico Maria De Los A Torres
Dec 31/10
Joan Curran Dec 31/11 Quebec Huguette Duguere
Dec 31/11
Joyce McInnes Dec 31/11 Rhode Island Donald Dunfvord Dec 31/12
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Edith Hanley Dec 31/12 Saskatchewan Bernice Scott Dec 31/12
David Bucklow Dec31/11 Sao Paulo Raquel Cezaretto Diniz
Margaret Bateman
Dec 31/12 Scotland Elizabeth Hoise Dec 31/10
Pat Hood Dec 31/11 South Carolina Naomi Reese Dec 31/11
Wayne MacNair
Dec 31/12 South Dakota Linda Schulte Dec 31/11
Darrell Munn Jan 31/12 Tennessee Jewell Gates Dec 31/12
Debbie Cawker Jan 31/13 Texas Donna Pope Dec 31/10
Maxine MacMillan
Dec 31/13 Utah Ruth Wright Dec 31/13
Rowena Woodworth
Dec 31/12 Vermont David Freeman Dec 31/12
Gloria MacEwen
Dec 31/12 Virginia Sandra Ratlift Dec 31/11
Gaynel Beaman
Dec 31/12 Washington Nick Goddard Dec 31/12
Connie MacPherson
Dec 31/12 West Virginia Patricia Quick Dec 31/12
Teresa Monk Mar 31/12 Wisconsin Miyo Dean Dec 31/12
Craig Spiece Dec 31/11 Wyoming Susanne Morstad Dec 31/12
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RECAPITULATION OF CHAPTERS
2010 - 2011
April 1, 2010 to March 31, 2011
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1 Victoria 65 5 5 60
3 Celestial 55 2 1 3 52
4 Queen Mary 52 3 1 4 48
5 Frank H Tingley 105 5 5 2 3 5 105
8 St. Stephen 93 3 1 1 5 88
9 Electa 67 2 5 7 60
11 Fort Monckton 58 1 3 4 2 1 1 4 58
14 Saint John 75 6 1 2 9 66
15 Granite 109 1 1 4 1 2 7 103
18 Philip A
Jerguson 89 2 2 3 3 1 7 84
19 Winston
Churchill 43 2 2 41
22 Bathurst 75 4 4 71
23 Tobique 38 1 37
24 Lady Alexander 65 3 3 62
26 Zetland 76 1 1 2 5 2 7 70
27 Prince Charles 65 65
30 Remembrance 38 3 3 35
33 Lord
Beaverbrook 54 2 2 3 3 53
35 Unity 63 2 2 1 1 64
36 Fidelity 101 1 1 4 4 98
37 Devon 59 4 4 6 2 8 55
40 Hillcrest 50 2 1 3 2 4 1 7 46
42 Prince Andrew 69 3 3 66
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INDEX
Acceptance Speeches:
Worthy Grand Matron – Mildred Homer Page 176
Worthy Grand Patron – Allan Gillis Page 180
Annual Reports:
Worthy Grand Matron – Sherry Mitton Page 76
Worthy Grand Patron – Ron Oakley Page 89
Grand Secretary – Doug Swan, PGP Page 97
Grand Treasurer – Lynda Williams Page 103
Grand Chaplain – Keith Trenholm Page 126
Addresses:
Farewell Address – Sherry Mitton Page 172
Farewell Address – Ron Oakley Page 173
Book of Remembrance Page 207
Directory of:
General Grand Chapter Officers Page 197
Grand Representatives Page 213
Grand Secretaries Page 200
Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons Page 191
Subordinate Chapters Page 208
Distinguished Guests Page 14
Drill Team Page 156
Election of Officers Page 144
Formal Opening Page 63
Formations and Drills Page 29
Fraternal Report Page 151
Grand Officers (2011-2012) Back Cover
Informal Opening Page 22
Installation of Grand Officers (2011-20121) Page 174
Introduction of Distinguished Guests Page 16
Introduction of Grand Officers Page 25
Invocations Pages 33; 70; 117; 139; 160; 170
Memorials Page 127
Memorial Service Page 132
New Business Page 163
Nominations Page 74
Placing of Bible and Emblems Page 67
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Presentations:
Flags and Tributes Page 35
Jewels Page 184
WGM‟s & WGP‟s Special Projects Page 45; 143
Report of Standing Committees:
Commissioner of Trials Page 146
Constitution and Laws Page 145
Credentials Page 73; 141; 171
Distribution Page 96
Finance Page 111
Grievances and Appeals Page 146
Jurisprudence Page 161
Necrology Page 130
Unfinished business Page 71
Reports on Special Committees:
Audit Committee Page 110
Eastern Star Magazine Page 118
Eastern Star Magazine Finance Page 120
ESTARL Page 142
GGCCM Reports Page 147
International Headquarters Fund Page 112
Investment Council Page 121
Lottie L. Kyle Memorial & Education Page 123
Scholarship
Web Page Page 123
Special Committees 2010-2011 Page 147
School of Instruction Page 188
Standing Committees 2010 - 2011 Page 189
Sessions:
Thursday Evening Page 22
Friday Morning Page 63
Friday Afternoon Page 114
Saturday Morning Page 136
Saturday Afternoon Page 157
Saturday Evening Page 166
Tabulations:
Recapitulation of Chapters Page 216
Welcomes Page 46