Order of the Eastern Star
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Order of the Eastern Star |
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| McKinley Chapter No. 19 | ||
| Winchester, VA | ||
| Chartered in 1929 |
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Welcome to the Order of the Eastern Star of Winchester, Virginia! If you
are looking for a way to do something for others, and have a great time in
the process, you are at the right place. We
are a fraternal organization that is always on the lookout for adults of all
ages who are trying to better themselves and the community around them. Please
look below for what we believe in.
OUR VALUES We strive to live our lives by the enduring beliefs of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth, along with certain core values as listed below: Friendship: We are the largest fraternal organization in the world to which both women and men can belong. With Chapters in almost all 50 states and in 27 countries around the world, members can go anywhere and know that they can find friends and a helpful hand when they’re in need. Community Service: We encourage our members not only to help one another, but also to reach out to their communities. Members are active in many community-based projects for those requiring assistance.
Diversity: The members of our Order reflect the social, cultural, educational, ethnic, and religious diversity of the community around them. We value each other’s strengths and opinions.
Charity: As an organization, we raise funds for aid to our members in need, in addition to cancer research, college/university scholarships for students regardless of age or membership status, as well as other charities.
OUR VISION STATEMENT The Order of the Eastern Star is a fraternal organization of men and women committed to providing an environment of friendship and fellowship by implementing innovative ideas, facilitating positive change and planning for the future, while working cohesively with our Masonic Family.
MEMBERSHIP While we are a separate organization, we are connected to the Family of Freemasonry, and as such have certain membership requirements. Women who are related to a Master Mason in specific ways are eligible. Men must be Master Masons in good standing to be eligible. We ask that you believe in a Supreme Being, be at least 18 years of age., adhere to the laws of our Country, and not have been convicted of a felony. If you feel that you qualify and are interested, you are welcome to contact us. We will be happy to help you with the next steps. For more information on this, please see our FAQ page.
HISTORY OF OUR CHAPTER We were instituted on April 6, 1929 and Chartered on October 22, 1929. Thirty women and five men met on the 3rd floor of Farmers & Merchants (F&M) National Bank Building at N. Loudoun Street and Rouss Avenue on Saturday, April 6, 1929 for the purpose of instituting McKinley Chapter. Also present: Anna Bierer, WGM, B. G. Porter, WGP, Agnes Shiery, Grand Chaplain, Gladys Deming, Grand Marshal & Florence Clift, PGM. Anna Bierer, Worthy Grand Matron installed Daisy B. Shade, Worthy Matron, Harold Jones, Worthy Patron and their Officers. Ella Hodges - Worthy Grand Matron 1950-1951 Donna McIlwee - Worthy Grand Matron 1997-1998 Charles McIlwee - Worthy Grand Patron 2003-2004 25th Anniversary 1954-1955 Virginia Gregory, W.M. & Scott Atkinson, W.P. 50th Anniversary 1979-1980 Nancy Stern, W.M. & William Stern, W.P. 75th Anniversary 2004-2005 Nancy Stern, W.M. & William Stern W.P.
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| HOME | CHAPTER DETAILS | OFFICERS | NEWS | SICKNESS & DISTRESS |
| CALENDAR | PICTURES | CONTACT US | SIGN OUR GUESTBOOK | FAQ & FORMS |
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