Glenmore OES Page 4
Glenmore Chapter No 170.
Order of The Eastern Star
North Rockhampton,Queensland
Australia
Popular Misconceptions
Q: Is the Order of the Eastern Star a secret society ?
A: No. Secret societies are underground and hard to find. We are easily
found within the community but we enjoy a distinctive means of identifying with
each other. Only Members are allowed in a closed meeting.
Q: Can I afford membership in the Order of the Eastern Star ?
A: Yes. Financial circumstances is not a consideration in the Order. Members come
from all economic stations of life.
Q: Is my religious faith allowed in the Order of the Eastern Star ?
A: Yes. Members of all religions may belong to the Order of the Eastern Star.
We only require a belief in a Supreme Being.
Q: Is the Order of the Eastern Star time consuming ?
A: After your initiation into the Order, you may attend as your time permits.
Q: Is there any memory work ?
A: There is no mandatory memory work except the means of making yourself known
if you wish to visit a Chapter or unless you become an officer, when some study
may be required.
Q: Is the Order patriotic and democratic ?
A: Yes. Members are taught an allegiance to preserve the good of their country.
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