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The Order of the Eastern Star is the largest fraternal organization in the
world in which both men and women may belong. There are presently
approximately one million members worldwide. The Order is dedicated to
charity, truth, and loving kindness.
The Order of the Eastern Star is a social order comprised of people with
deep spiritual values; however, it is not a religion. A belief in the existence
of a Supreme Being is a requirement for membership.
A strong fraternal bond exists between its members. A wholesome
relationship of sisterly and brotherly love is brought about through the high
principals which are exemplified in the lives of the members. The personal
welfare of the members is vital to all of those in the Eastern Star, and it is
considered a privilege to help another member whenever a need arises.
The membership raises thousands of dollars annually through fund-raising
activities to support Eastern Star charities and local communities. In North
Carolina, the primary focus is the Masonic and Eastern Star Home located
in Greensboro, North Carolina. This home provides assisted living and
advanced medical care for the elderly. Masonic affiliation is a requirement
for admission.
The Grand Chapter of North Carolina is committed to helping young people
who are seeking to further their education and may have financial restraints.
Two types of scholarships are awarded: ESTARL (Eastern Star Training
Award for Religious Leadership) and Grand Chapter Scholarships. North
Carolina members also sponsor a camp for girls in the beautiful mountains
of Boone, North Carolina.
Who may join?
- Master Mason in good standing
- Female relatives of Master Masons: Wives, Daughters, Mothers,
Granddaughters, Step-daughters, Grandmothers, Great Granddaughters,
Great Nieces, Sisters-in-law, Widows, Sisters, Step-mothers, Half-
sisters, Step-sisters, Daughters-in-law, Nieces, Mother-in-law, Legally
Adopted Daughters
- Members (either active for three years or majority) of the International
Order of Rainbow for Girls or the International Order of Job's Daughters.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
How to join
To obtain a petition for membership, you may contact a member of
Fayetteville Chapter #334 Order of the Eastern Star.
The Order strives to select persons of moral and spiritual quality who will
work together in harmony to perform its objectives.
Should a Mason join the Order of the Eastern Star?
The answer is "Yes."
The female members of the Order are relatives of Masons. By joining the
Order of the Eastern Star, a Mason and his wife can share in the benefits of
being members of a worthwhile organization that is dedicated to charity,
truth and loving kindness.
Joining the Order of the Eastern Star does not in any way diminish or alter
the Mason's Masonic effectiveness. To the contrary, those men who have
joined the Eastern Star have remained dedicated to their Lodges and the
precepts of Masonry.
Membership in the Order promotes the concept of the Fraternal Family. It
provides a wholesome atmosphere where families can fellowship and work
together for the good of others. Membership in the Order of the Eastern Star
is an enhancement to one's membership in the Masonic Fraternity.
The Mason who joins the Eastern Star is committed to the promotion of
fraternalism and its positive influence on his family.
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