Grand Chapterof

New BrunswickOrder of the Eastern Star

88th Annual Session

“Rainbows of Friendship”Fredericton, N.B.

July 5, 6, 7th - 2018

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PROCEEDINGS

THE GRAND CHAPTER OF

NEW BRUNSWICK

ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR

EIGHTY EIGHTH ANNUAL SESSION

“RAINBOWS OF FRIENDSHIP”

JULY 5, 6 & 7, 2018

FREDERICTON INNFREDERICTON, N. B.

JOYCE MCINNESWORTHY GRAND MATRON

A ROSS MACLEODWORTHY GRAND PATRON

DOUG SWANGRAND SECRETARY

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2017 – 2018 “RAINBOWS OF FRIENDSHIP” SESSION OF

THE GRAND CHAPTER OF NEW BRUNSWICK

DEDICATION

WORTHY GRAND MATRON:I dedicate this year to my husband, Brother Robert McInnes PGP

and to our four children, I also dedicate this year to my mother Sister Janet MacKinnon who introduced me to the Eastern Star.

I also dedicate this year to the members of Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 who have done so much for me in preparing for 2017-18 and my year as WGM, thank you for your support preparing for this moment. To the members of our beautiful order throughout New Brunswick I dedicate my year to you and look forward to visiting and listening to you to see what we need to do to strengthen and regenerate the Order of the Eastern Star in New Brunswick.

WORTHY GRAND PATRON:I dedicate this year to my wife Vicki and our children, also to my

mother Eva MacLeod & Grandfather Wallace Hyslop, PGP. To the members of St Stephen Chapter #8, thank you for your

wonderful support and encouragement, without which I could not have taken on this important position.

Scriptures:WGM: And God said I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be

the sign of the covenant between me and the earth. Genesis 9:12

WGP: My help cometh from the Lord which made heaven and earth

Motto: WGM: It takes rain and sunshine to make a RainbowWGP: Success comes to those who work hard

Aim: WGM: To growWGP: Spread the good news

Watchwords: WGM Spread the seeds of FriendshipWGP: Live, Laugh & Love

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Emblems: WGM: Owls and RainbowsWGP: Sheaf of Wheat

Honour Stations: WGM: ConductressWGP: Ruth

Colours: WGM: Rainbow ColoursWGP: Red and Black

Special Projects:WGM: NB Luxor Shriner’s TransportationWGP: Alzheimer’s, Lottie L Kyle Scholarship

Hymns: WGM: Psalm 23: (not 23rd Psalm)Surely the PresenceCandle in the Window.

WGP: Master let me walk with Thee: We call on Him: Just as I am.

Songs:WGM: Somewhere over the Rainbow:

My Heart Will Go OnWGP: The Land of New Brunswick,

Love on A Gravel RoadSharp Dressed Man

Flowers: WGM: Forget Me Not WGP: Red Clover

Fun Symbols: WGM: OwlWGP: Jersey Cow, Lab Pups

Projects: All Grand Chapter and General Grand Chapter Projects

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WORTHY GRAND MATRON AND WORTHY GRAND PATRON

Worthy Grand Matron, Joyce McInnesWorthy Grand Patron, A. Ross MacLeod

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GRAND FAMILY 2017-2018

Front Row (Left to Right)Judy Donnelly; AGM; Joyce McInnes, WGM;

Ross MacLeod, WGP; Kevin Wilson, AGP

Second Row:Lynda Williams, Grand Conductress; Joyce Spence, Grand Adah;

Gertrude Wilson, Grand Ruth; Annie Watson, Grand Esther; Vicki MacLeod, Grand Martha;

Barbara Greenlaw, Grand Electa; Charlotte Jansen Bateman, Grand Conductress

Third Row:Ronald Keith Bateman, Grand Sentinel; Sylvia Bannister, Assistant to

Grand Marshal; Jean Flewelling, Assistant to Grand Organist; Norma Caswell, Grand Organist; Helen Humphreys, Assistant to Grand

Organist; Ron Bateman, Sr, Grand Warder

Back RowDoug Swan, PGP and Grand Secretary;

Don Williams, PGP and Grand Treasurer; Edgar Cove, Grand Chaplain.

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MOST WORTHY GRAND MATRONHelen Westmoreland

PGM of Florida

MOST WORTHY GRAND PATRONRobert Penoyer

PGP of Pennsylvania

GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER OFFICERS and COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Front Row: Mildred Homer, GGCCM; Joyce McInnes, WGM;Ross MacLeod, WGP; Lynne Hatt, GGCCM;

Back Row: Allan Gillis, GGCCM; John Murray; GGCCM.

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GRAND PAGES

GRAND GUARDS

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GRAND REPRESENTATIVES

DRILL TEAM

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GRAND OFFICERS 2017 -2018

Worthy Grand Matron Joyce McInnesWorthy Grand Patron Ross MacLeodAssociate Grand Matron Judy DonnellyAssociate Grand Patron Kevin WilsonGrand Secretary Doug Swan, PGPGrand Treasurer Don Williams, PGPGrand Conductress Charlotte Jansen-BatemanAssociate Grand Conductress Lynda WilliamsGrand Chaplain Edgar CoveGrand Marshal Leonard MosherGrand Organist Norma CaswellGrand Adah Joyce SpenceGrand Ruth Gertrude WilsonGrand Esther Annie WatsonGrand Martha Vicki MacLeodGrand Electa Barbara GreenlawGrand Warder Ron BatemanGrand Sentinel Ronald Keith Bateman

ASSISTANTSAssistant to The Grand Marshal Sylvia BannisterAssistants to The Grand Organist Jean Flewelling

Helen Humphreys

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GRAND PAGES

Irene Knowles (5)Brenda McGibbon (8)Kaye Southard (15)Lanah Rattray (19)Shirley Kraglund (24)Winnie Bateman (26)Anne Murray (26)

Linda Haines (33)Marilyn Hutchinson (33)

Gail Caldwell #35Doris Moore #37

Betty Steeves #37Carrie Weaver #37

Jean Kelly #44

GRAND GUARDS

Colin Allen #26 Head GuardMark Knowles (5)James Hanley (15)Joe Link (19)

Ron Oakley, PGP (26)Darrell Munn (26)

Terrance Spence (44)

GRAND CHOIR DIRECTOREleanor Linton, PGM

DISTINGUISHED GUESTSGeneral Grand Chapter Committee Members, including our own:

Lynne Hatt, Member of Charters CommitteeAllan Gillis, Member of Eastern Star Journal CommitteeMildred Homer, Member of ESTARL CommitteeJohn Murray, Member of Public Relations Committee

Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand PatronsPast Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of New BrunswickPast Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of Other Grand

JurisdictionsGeneral Grand Chapter Special AppointmentsElected and Appointed Grand Officers of Other Grand Jurisdictions

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HOSTESS CHAPTERSSt. Stephen #8

Lord Beaverbrook #33

SESSION COMMITTEES

GENERAL ARRANGEMENTSDebbie Hill, PGM

Allan Gillis, GGCCMDoug Swan, PGP, Grand Secretary

COMMITTEE TO LINE UP DISTINGUISHED GUESTSDonna Allen, PGM

Carol Sutherland, PGMLynn Hutchin, PGM

CREDENTIAL COMMITTEEBeverley Lyons, PM - Chair

Margaret Jagoe, PGMRuth Bishop

HOUSING CHAIRPERSONElaine I. MacLean, PGM

BANQUET RESERVATION CHAIRPERSONLynn Hutchin, PGM

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DISTINGUISHED GUESTS IN ATTENDANCE

General Grand Chapter Committee Membersof the General Grand Chapter

Bonnie J Studley, Ambassador to Hawaii, Past Grand Matron of Massachusetts

Lynne Hatt, Charters, Past Grand Matron of New BrunswickNorma F. Crabtree, Eastern Star Journal, Past Grand Matron of MaineAllan Gillis, Eastern Star Journal, Past Grand Patron of New BrunswickMildred Homer, ESTARL, Past Grand Matron of New BrunswickJohn Murray, Public Relations, Past Grand Patron of New BrunswickIrma Maxwell, Support for First Responders, Past Grand Matron of

Nova Scotia and Prince Edward IslandNewell Farrington, Youth, Past Grand Patron of Maine

Worthy Grand Matrons of other Grand JurisdictionsAnne M Kellner ConnecticutFlora Stack MainePaula A. Burge MassachusettsPeggy S. Scott New Hampshire

Worthy Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions:J. Arthur Carbonaro ConnecticutBrett Jarvis Maine Stephen E. Donahue Massachusetts

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Past Grand Matrons of New Brunswick:

Past Grand Patronsof New Brunswick

F. Pauline AllanNorma Jean BelyeaMargaret McCullyE. Jeanne WheelockBetty DanksAnn ListerBrenda SaundersShirley MacDonald Audrey SypherAnn Morton Carol SutherlandDebbie HillMarjorie ColtonDonna AllenElaine I. MacLeanDonna McEwenLynn HutchinSherry Mitton E. Jean DuncanNancy KeirsteadMargaret JagoeLynda SwanEleanor Linton

Doug Swan and Grand SecretaryRonald Jagoe Graham VincentRobert KingEbby Kuhn Ron OakleyDonald E. Williams and Grand

TreasurerLaurie BishopRev. Raymond KraglundDavid ListerRobert McInnes

Past Grand Matrons of other JurisdictionsMargaret Dyer MaineGretchen Brissette MaineRebecca S. Bibber Maine and Grand TreasurerGerri Holt MaineJulieanne B. Irving MaineLucille A. Nanos MaineConstance E. Vick Massachusetts and Grand Representative of

NS/PEI in MAJoan M. Atkinson MassachusettsMargaret A. Clarke Nova Scotia and Prince Edward IslandMarion Durling Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island

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Marion Buchan Nova Scotia and Prince Edward IslandJane Woolridge Nova Scotia and Prince Edward IslandSuzanne Aitken Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island Peggy South OntarioJudith E. Brightman Rhode Island and Grand Representative of Italy

in Rhode Island

Past Grand Patrons of other JurisdictionsLeighton Perkins MaineClaude Brissette MaineJohn H. Coombs MaineJames Owens MaineRalph Trafton MaineRichard Farnsworth III Maine Arthur P Bennett Massachusetts Fred Lipskey Nova Scotia and Prince Edward IslandGary Bayes OntarioRalph Hall Quebec and Grand Representative of Vermont

Elected Grand Officers of other Grand JurisdictionsBrenda Hall AGM, MaineDarlene Amirault AGM, NS/PEIKen Conrod AGP, NS/PEIHelen Nicholson G Conductress NS/PEI Evelyn B. Cookson AGC, MaineCharles H. Jones G Sentinel, MaineEd MacLaren G Sentinel, NS/PEI

Appointed Grand Officers of other Grand JurisdictionsRuth Q. Jones Grand Ruth, Massachusetts Edleen Winslow Grand Electa, Maine

DEPUTIES AND GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER SPECIAL APPOINTMENTSStuart W. Studley Eagle of the MWGP in Massachusetts

Grand Representatives of Other Jurisdictions in New BrunswickAlabama Robyne SearleAustralia Mary PelletierBolivia Bill Donald

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Grand Representatives of Other Jurisdictions in New BrunswickConnecticut Geoffrey HutchinIdaho Mark KnowlesIllinois Marjorie WilkinsonItaly Rev. Keith LyonsLouisiana Don TaylorMaine Eleanor KayeManitoba Debbie CawkerMichigan Mike Magee Mississippi Faye GilksMissouri Faye OakleyMontana Ruth BishopNebraska Susan GeneauNew Hampshire Martha EvansNew York Teresa MonkNorth Carolina Heather McKinleyNS and PEI Reg MurrayOntario Robert AmesPuerto Rico Gordon RattrayQuebec Lorraine FullartonTennessee Shirley KraglundTexas Karen McKayUtah Linda Haynes

Grand Representatives of New Brunswick in other Grand JurisdictionsAlabama Lisa ArmstrongCalifornia Geraldine SproulMassachusetts Isabella McKenzie Burke Missouri Shawna Wilson New Hampshire Tracie L. CarpenterOhio Brenda Slay Ontario Brenda Bayes Texas Sam B. Cooper, Jr.Virginia Thomas W. Ricks

Grand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in other Grand JurisdictionsJeanette A. Vreeland Australia in New Jersey Philip Roode Colorado in Nova Scotia and Prince

Edward IslandEleanor Carbonaro Ontario in Connecticut

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Grand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in other Grand JurisdictionsRuth P. Holden Oregon in Maine Darlene Hayden Vermont in Maine

District Deputy Grand MatronsBarbara Perkins District 19, Maine

Worthy Matrons New Brunswick 2018-2019Cindy Wilson Celestial #3 Irene Knowles Frank H. Tingley# 5Brenda McGibbon St. Stephen #8

Kaye Southard Granite #15Carol Magee Philip A. Jerguson #18Anne Murray Zetland #26Cathy McGinn Fidelity #36Connie MacPherson Devon #37Helen Cormier-Stewart Miramichi #44

Worthy Patrons 2018-2019Robert Keirstead Winston Churchill #19

Worthy Matrons of New Brunswick 2017-2018Candace Duplisea Celestial #3 Dorothy Allan Philip A. Jerguson #18Lanah Rattray Winston Churchill #19Beverly Lyons Lord Beaverbrook #33Rosalee Clifford Unity #35

Worthy Patrons of New Brunswick 2017-2018Doug Cawker Celestial #3 Ron Sutherland St. Stephen #8 Terrance Spence Miramichi #44

Session AssistantsSylvia Bannister Assistant to the Grand MarshalJean Flewelling Assistant to the Grand OrganistHelen Humphreys Assistant to the Grand Organist

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INFORMAL OPENING“RAINBOWS OF FRIENDSHIP”

Eighty-Eighth Annual Sessions - July 5, 6 and 7th, 2018The Eighty-Eighth Annual Session of the Grand Chapter of New

Brunswick, Order of the Eastern Star, was held on July 5, 6 & 7, 2018 at the Fredericton Inn, Fredericton, New Brunswick.

The Informal Opening of “Rainbows of Friendship” Session was preceded by a Vesper Service in the Ballroom, conducted by Rev. Kelly Hudson-Lewis.

The Offertory for the evening amounted to $466.45 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 of a field with a brown jersey cow and black lab pup along with a beautiful owl. Across the top were the words “Rainbows of Friendship, 88th Annual Session -2017- 2018”. Each star point chair was draped with a shawl in the appropriate star point colour, a gift for each star point.

The Grand Chapter Room was outlined with white chain link. In the southwest and southeast corners of the chapter room, gifts the WGM and WGP received from the Chapters were displayed

The Informal Opening was preceded by a musical prelude given by the Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, and the Assistant Grand Organists, Jean Flewelling and Helen Humphreys.

The Grand Choir, under the leadership of Eleanor Linton, PGM,sang “Surely the Presence”. The Informal Opening of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick, Order of the Eastern Star, was called to order by Debbie Hill, PGM, and Allan Gillis, GGCCM.

THURSDAY EVENING, JULY 5, 2018CALL TO ORDER

Debbie Hill, Past Grand Matron, and Allan Gillis, GGCCM

Debbie Hill, Past Grand MatronGood Evening Sisters, Brothers, and Special Guests. Welcome to the informal opening of the Rainbows of Friendship Grand Chapter Session. To our special guests, a warm welcome to you and I hope you enjoy your time with us this evening. To our Sisters and Brothers from other Grand Jurisdictions welcome, if you are a repeat visitor welcome home and if this is your first, I hope you will want to come back again and again. To the members of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick

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welcome to your Grand Chapter, remember your opinions and ideas are very important and we need to hear from each of you. So, everyone sit back relax and enjoy the evening. Bro Allan may we hear from you.

Allan Gillis, GGCCMGood evening sisters and brothers,It is a pleasure to join sister Debbie in the east to open the

informal opening of the Rainbows of Friendship 88th Grand Chapter sessions. I extend a warm fraternal welcome to all in attendance this evening. Sister Debbie the last time we shared the east was in Devon Chapter we always had a good time but at least I do not have to give you any change for a floral drill tonight.

The Grand Officers were introduced under the direction of Donna McEwen, PGM.

INTRODUCTION OF GRAND OFFICERS 2017– 2018Presented by Donna McEwen, Past Grand Matron

It is an honour for me to be here at this standA pleasure to introduce this Family so Grand

They have served their year with poise and with GraceTo these Grand Sessions we now welcome them into this place

Sisters Brothers and VisitorsThe Rainbow's of Friendship Grand Family Officers and their escorts

Sister Helen Humphreys, Assistant to the Grand OrganistSister Helen, we are so proud of you

Taking your place, you knew what to doWe love you more than you may knowSharing your music where ever you go

Sister Helen is escorted by her son, David Humphries

Sister Jean Flewelling, Assistant to the Grand OrganistSister Jean we appreciate the music you share

This wonderful talent you have is so rareNo challenge seems to take you off stride

As we listen to you with this feeling of prideSister Jean is escorted by Brother Ron Sutherland, PP

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Sister Sylvia Banister, Assistant Grand MarshalSister Sylvia knows this office so well,

Not much to do as far as you could tell,So you took this on, all part and parcel

To be on call as assistant to the Grand MarshalSister Sylvia is escorted by Sister Ruth Bishop, Grand Representative of

Montana in New Brunswick

Brother Ron (Keith) Bateman, Grand SentinelBrother Keith is preparing to move up the lineThough sitting outside was just suiting him fine

But his station will soon change in case he forgotWhen in the West soon he will sit next to Sister Charlotte

Brother Keith is escorted by Sister Fonnie Kuhn, PM

Brother Ron Bateman, Grand WarderBrother Ron Bateman a big man to behold

When he says, stay, you best do as your toldBut really gentle kind and Funny is he

If you don't believe that, then just ask Sister WinnieBrother Ron is escorted by his wife, Sister Winnie Bateman, PM

Sister Barbara Greenlaw, Grand ElectaSister Barbara we know is suited to this Station

Serving us well with her wonderful presentationHer cup overflows with love and kindness it's trueSister Barbara is always ready to share it with you

Sister Barbara her Husband, Brother Brian Greenlaw

Sister Vicki MacLeod, Grand MarthaSister Vicki has filled this station with pride

With her husband in the East happy to be along for the rideWith the Faith of Martha has done all that she can

Traveling far and wide with her favourite man Sister Vicki is escorted by Brother Grant Good

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Sister Annie Watson, Grand EstherSister Annie represents Esther the Queen

With a smile so warm she is helpful and keen Kind and gentle, with loyalty to kindred and friendWill always stand by you, on that you can depend

Sister Annie Watson is escorted by Brother Mark Knowles WP

Sister Gertrude Wilson, Grand RuthSister Gertrude is so caring and kind

Always helping others, leaving no one behindHonor and Justice Gert believes in each day

Have fun and love each other is always her waySister Gertrude Wilson is escorted by her husband, Brother Bob Wilson, PP

Sister Joyce Spence, Grand AdahSister Joyce is so helpful and giving its trueWill give of her time and share it with you

Showing the Sword and Vail united to the endWith determination to help both Kindred and Friend

Sister Joyce is escorted by her husband, Brother Terrance Spence, PP

Norma Caswell, Grand OrganistWe all love Sister Norma her Symbol is the Lyre

Making ceremonies impressive and effective as we desire listening to your music for all is a must

You have always continued to be faithful to your trustSister Norma is escorted by Brother Philip Belyea PP

Brother Leonard Mosher, Grand Marshal (Brother Leonard was unable to attend as he was hospitalised earlier this date)

Brother Leonard a true leader is heWill assist in all public or private ceremonies

If you need something done he may show a frownBut with courtesy and promptness will never let you down

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Brother Edgar Cove, Grand ChaplainBrother Edgar willingly took on this role

With prayers at the Alter so good for the soulHis wit and his humor he knows how to shareJust look at that smile when he sits in his chair

Brother Edgar is escorted by his wife, Sister Barb Cove, PM

Sister Lynda Williams, Associate Grand ConductressSister Lynda is early preparing for her year

Deciding colours, and symbols, in her mind are quite clearTaking nothing for granted, looks to her peers for advice

We wish her well in her travels in the years ahead to be preciseSister Lynda is escorted by Brother Ron Oakley PGP

Sister Charlotte Jansen-Bateman, Grand ConductressSister Charlotte prepares to move to the WestShe will take on this duty and give it her best

Having Brother Ron by her side will be such a treatWith Charlotte in charge, her demands he must meet

Sister Charlotte is escorted by brother Ebby Kuhn, PGP

Brother Don Williams, Grand TreasurerBrother Don our Treasurer in him we can trust

The performance of his important duties he knows is a mustIt's said he can count the planets abundant in the Heavens

Always aware of our funds, counting sixes and sevensBrother Don will be escorted by Sister Cathy McGinn, WM

Brother Doug Swan, Grand SecretaryBrother Doug is known to take notes all the time

Careful to be correct with every word on each lineTo be faithful to your trust, Intelligence you need

Knowing we should understand everything we readBrother Doug is escorted by his wife, Sister Lynda Swan, PGM

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Brother Kevin Wilson, Associate Grand PatronBrother Kevin has sat in the West this past year

He understood his duties, this was certainly clearWomen's rugby he coaches with plays he knows well

How they might help him in the East only Judy can tellBrother Kevin is escorted by his wife, Sister Cindy Wilson, WM

Sister Judy Donnelly, Associate Grand MatronSister Judy we know has made it quite clear

She is ready to take on the duties for her yearSo we wish her well soon leaving her station in the west

For exciting times and fun, performing at her bestSister Judy is escorted by Brother Ronald Jagoe PGP

Brother Ross MacLeod, our Worthy Grand PatronBrother Ross has enjoyed the past year you know

As a farmer he understands you reap what you sowJersey Cows' he loves that's something he can't hideThe fruits of his labour he has harvested with prideThe Worthy Grand Patron Brother Ross is escorted

by Sister Mildred Homer, GGCCM

Sister Joyce McInnes, our Worthy Grand MatronSister Joyce her year served with grace and with care

Rainbow's of Friendship and Barney the owl who's wisdom did shareSo proud of her officers their work have filled her with pride

Joins her Grand Family in the East, with her Highland Laddie by her sideThe Worthy Grand Matron is escorted

by her husband, Brother Robert McInnes, PGP

This past year our Rainbow's of Friendship Grand Family did roamNow to these Grand Chapter Sessions we welcome them homeThey served us well throughout the year we can say with pride Ready to complete these Sessions they have enjoyed the ride

Sisters and Brothers the Grand Officers of 2017-2018 and their escorts Please join me in showing them our appreciation for a job well done

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FORMATIONS AND DRILLSMildred Homer, GGCCM

The Grand Family formed a Bible Marker, while the Grand Pages and Grand Guards formed the pages of the Bible. The Grand Representatives formed the cover edges of the Bible.

RIBBON CEREMONYThe Ribbon Ceremony was performed under the direction and narrated by Mildred Homer, PGM. Participants:

Adah – Grand Adah, Joyce SpenceRuth – Grand Ruth, Gertrude WilsonEsther – Grand Esther, Annie WatsonMartha – Grand Martha, Vicki MacLeodElecta – Grand Electa, Barbara Greenlaw

The Grand Officers were invited to enter the Grand Chapter Room.

Debbie Hill, Past Grand MatronSis Joyce welcome to your Grand Chapter Sessions, I know a lot of

work went in to this exact moment. I hope your sessions run smoothly and that this past year was all that you hoped it would be and we thank you for being our Worthy Grand Matron. Thank you, Sis Joyce, for allowing me to share the east with Bro Allan General Grand ChapterCommittee member. Allan is from my Chapter and we all know I have a soft spot for him.

Brother Ross welcome to you to. I have to admit you have made me smile this past year. I really think you have enjoyed your year, to me one of the best memories I will take from your year, was the opportunity to become friends with your wife Sis Vicki, until a year ago I did not know her and now I consider her a friend. Ross Thank you for being our Worthy Grand Patron. Bro Allan may we hear from you.

Allan Gillis, GGCCMWorthy Grand Matron Sister Joyce, Worthy Grand Patron Brother

Ross Thank you for the honour of opening this session of your Grand Chapter, in a few days you will be able to rest but for now it is time to put the shoulder to the grindstone and conduct the business of the Grand Chapter.

Sister Joyce and Brother Ross may these Rainbows Of Friendship sessions be all that you hoped for them to be and may all you hope to

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accomplish be achieved then you will be able to rest and join in the line of Past Grands.

The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were escorted to the East and extended the Grand Honours.

Sister Debbie presented Sister Joyce with her gavel.

The Grand Officers assumed their Stations.

RESPONSEJoyce McInnes, Worthy Grand Matron

Sister Debbie and Brother Allan, thank you for opening this Informal Session of our 88th Annual Grand Chapter Session, “Rainbowsof Friendship.”

Sister Debbie. Thank you for your help, advice and support preparing this day so it is only fitting that you and Brother Allan should be standing here to welcome Brother Ross and I to the East. Both of you along with Brother Doug Swan, have been a great source of information and encouragement. Thank you all three.

Sister Debbie, please accept this gift as a token of our appreciation.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronSis. Debbie and Bro. Allan, thank you for calling to order the

Informal Opening of our "Rainbows of Friendship" session and for your words of welcome. Sister Debbie, you are a very busy Lady looking after Glendon while recovering from surgery and looking after your Grandchildren. Thank you for taking time to open this session. Bro. Allen sorry for taking you away from your trains but thank you again for opening this session.

Remember Daisy said, “A friend is like a rainbow, they brighten your life when you have been through a storm”.

Bro. Allan please accept this small gift of appreciation.

The Grand Choir sang “Surely The Presence”. Sister Joyce, WGM, thanked the choir for singing the song, a perfect start to the evening.

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A solo entitled “Just As I Am” was sung by Grant Good. Sister Joyce, WGM., thanked Brother Grant for sharing his musical talent.

The Bible was opened informally by the Grand Conductress and the Invocation was given by Lynne Hatt, GGCCM.

INVOCATIONLynne Hatt, GGCCM

As we all are believers in a Supreme Being let us have a conversation with such.

Please bring your blessings upon our Membership this week as we come together to finalize this year of our Grand Chapter. Grant wisdom and strength to our Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron as they lead us through their Rainbows of Friendship Session.

We are thankful for our many members who have traveled to visit with us and some with their counterparts, grant them safe travels andenjoyable memories.

Remind us each day to be thankful for our many blessings and help us with patience to deal with the problems that may arise, especially with little sleep.

As the Sessions progress, let us all be tolerant of one another and each others opinions so that we may continue to enjoy the fellowship of our Order.

Until we speak again.

WELCOMEJoyce McInnes, Worthy Grand Matron

Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, DistinguishedGuests, Sisters, Brothers and Friends. Welcome to the Informal Opening of this the 88th Annual Grand Session of “Rainbows of Friendship” Grand Chapter of New Brunswick Order of the Eastern Star. I want to express my appreciation to our Distinguished Guests for agreeing to join us, I hope you enjoy your time with us and we look forward to hearing from you very soon. At this time, I would like to Sister Donna McEwen, PGM, thank you for introducing my Grand Family members and their escorts, I was so pleased when you agreed to do this, thank you so much, and thank you to my husband Brother Robert, PGP for narrating the introductions and making it a fun experience. Sister Millie Homer GGCCM. Thank you for the Narrating

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the Ribbon Ceremony this evening, not an easy task but done to so very well along with the narration written by Mildred Homer.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronWGM, GGCCM, PGM & PGP Sisters and Brothers welcome to this

Informal Opening of our 88th Annual Grand Chapter Sessions of “Rainbows of Friendship”. Thank you for attending and hope you enjoy your evening. Daisy said, “Good Friends are good for your Health”.

PRESENTATION OF FLAGS

CANADIAN FLAGPresented by Donald Taylor, Past Patron

Assembly sang “O Canada”Tribute was given by Margaret McCully, Past Grand Matron

To pay tribute to the National Flag of Canada is an honour and I thank you, Worthy Grand Matron for affording me this privilege.

The maple leaf was regarded as a Canadian emblem as early as 1700 and it was fitting that it should be incorporated in our flag which was proclaimed the National Flag of Canada in 1965,

Wherever the Maple Leaf Flag is flown throughout the world it is identified with Canada. The eleven points of the maple leaf link our ten Provinces and the North West Territories.

As the Maple Leaf Flag flies over this vast land it represents the people of all communities, dedicated to courage, freedom and peace. It represents a nation working together for equality, understanding and brotherhood. It is proudly carried by our Military when on parade showing the world that this is our flag, the flag of Canada.

The Maple Leaf our emblem dearThe Maple Leaf forever

God save the Queen and Heaven blessThe Maple Leaf forever.

UNION JACKPresented by Doug Cawker, Past PatronAssembly sang “God Save the Queen”

Tribute was given by Elaine I. MacLean, Past Grand MatronThe present design of the Union Jack was officially born in 1801,

from a Royal proclamation following the Union of Great Britain and Ireland and its composite design is made up of three different national symbols: St. George’s Cross - the flag of England, St. Andrew’s cross -

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the flag of Scotland and St. Patrick’s Cross - the flag of Ireland.With the adoption of the Maple Leaf flag as Canada’s National flag

in 1965, the Union Jack was given the Official status of the flag of the Commonwealth, which symbolism it still holds.

As members of the Order of The Eastern Star, may the Union Jack with its colours of Red, White and Blue continue to fly with dignity and pride and exhibit a place of honour in our Chapter rooms? As we show our devotion to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 11 and our British heritage, instill in our hearts and minds an enduring sense of Loyalty, Duty and Service.

Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for the privilege and honour of paying tribute to the Union Jack at this “Rainbow of Friendship” Session

UNITED STATES FLAG

Presented by Richard Farnsworth, II, Past Grand Patron of MaineAssembly sang “The Star-Spangled Banner”

Tribute was given by Luci Nanos, Past Grand Matron of Maine

I am your flag. I was born on June 14, 1777. I am more than just cloth shaped into a design. I am the silent sentinel of freedom and th inspiration for which American Patriots have givne their lives. I hav eled their sons and daughters inot battle from Valley Forge to the Arabian deserts. I walk in silence, with each of your honoured dead to their final resting place, beneath a field of white crosses. I have flown through peace and war, strife and prosperity, and amidst it all, I am still respected and honoured. My red stripes symbolize the blood spilled in defense of our loved nation. My white stripes represent the tears shed by htose who have lost love ones protecting my country. My blue field represents God’s beautiful sky, under which I proudly fly. My 50 stars symbolize the States united by the dedication to freedom. Love for God, and love for my country. When I, “old Glory”, pas by, stand erect, place your right hand over your heart, and be proud. In return, I will wave to you with pride and honour. I am your flag. God Bless America.

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PROVINCIAL FLAGPresented by Colin Allen, Past Patron

CHRISTIAN FLAGPresented by Rev. Ray Kraglund, Past Patron

EASTERN STAR FLAGPresented by Gordon Rattray, Past Patron, and

Grand Representative of Puerto Rico in New Brunswick

Tribute was given by Ann Morton, Past Grand MatronWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished

Guests:It is a privilege to pay tribute to these three flags. These flags have

been known as a symbol of identification, intention and dedication.The Provincial, the Christian, and the Eastern Star Flags are

symbols of dedication to our heritage as a free people, our allegiance to the Kingdom of God and our obligation to the principles of our order.

Tonight, we pay tribute to our New Brunswick Flag. The British lion represents our ties with the monarchy. The sailing vessel represents the many ships built in New Brunswick. The blue stripes represent the blue of the ocean. May we honor this beautiful flag by flying it proudly throughout our province, thus reminding us of our great heritage.

The Christian Flag is a banner of Peace and knows no boundaries but embraces all nations. It reminds us of our allegiance to God. The white portion of the flag is a symbol of purity. The blue reminds us of unclouded skies, symbolizing fidelity and truth. The red cross symbolizes the Christian religion, God’s love for man and the promise of eternal life.

It is fitting that we accord our Christian flag a place of honor at our Grand Chapter Sessions to guard over our proceedings since our Order is based on Christian beliefs.

The Eastern Star Flag is a symbol of the teachings of our Order. It symbolizes a great Fraternal Organization, respected and recognized in all parts of the world. The five points of our star represent biblical heroines. The virtues taught are fidelity, constancy, loyalty, faith and love. May this flag be our inspiration to continue in the pursuit of charity, truth and loving kindness, reaching out everywhere to make this a better world in which we live.

Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for the privilege of paying tribute to these flags.

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INTRODUCTION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS:

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronWe are honoured to have Brother John Watson, the Most

Worshipful, The Grand Master of the Ancient and Honourable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons of New Brunswick, with us this evening. Bro. John, would you bring greetings at this time?

John Watson, Most Worshipful the Grand MasterWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand

Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, Distinguish Guests, Distinguished Visitors, Sisters and Brothers all.

Good evening everyone ... with pleasure I bring greetings to you all from The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of New Brunswick and wish you a wonderful and productive 88th Grand Chapter Weekend on these hot, humid days of summer in Fredericton.

Folks a reminder that this administration has embraced as well as encouraged participation in the concordant and other bodies of masonry, believing to do so provides a different and needed aspect of the Masonic experience .

Masonry is a very old Fraternity of men, with little opportunity for change, which can be a good thing, depending on the issue, however change for improvement is a must for our survival, membership is in decline, our members our aging, recruitment is a problem, but I've noticed the lodges that involve their ladies and other family members as well as providing interesting and informative education are prospering and beginning to grow. The Eastern Star from its founding has had the ladies taking charge with great success and can lay claim to leading the way for our ladies of masonry to be active successful members of this great Masonic Fraternity on their own terms, which we ail should be very proud and thankful for each and everyone one of them.

I'm pleased and proud my wife "Sylvia" and I are active members of Philip A. Jerguson Chapter # 18 "Order of The Eastern Star".

With that sisters and brothers, I shall close and wish you well with great success with this weekend and the coming year. Thank you Worthy Grand Matron for allowing me this opportunity to bring greetings from the Grand Lodge of New Brunswick.

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A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronIllustrious Sir Doug Swan of the Luxor Shrine of New Brunswick is

with us tonight. May we hear from you now?

Ill. Sir Doug Swan, PotentateLuxor Shriners of New Brunswick

WGM, WGP, Most Worshipful The Grand Master, Distinguished Guests, Sisters, Brothers, family and friends.

It is indeed an honour to be present here tonight to represent Luxor Shriners of New Brunswick. It is a rare opportunity for the Potentate to be at the grand Chapter Session of the Order of the Eastern Star as our Imperial Sessions are usually at the same time.

Shriners provide care to orthopedic and burn children regardless of the family’s ability to pay. We have 22 hospitals in North America, one of which we have in Canada in Montreal Quebec.

In addition, we have several outreach clinics one of which we have in Bathurst New Brunswick. Shriners raise money to pay for the transportation of a shrine child and family member to travel to any hospital or to an outreach clinic. So anytime you see any of our smiling faces, that is what we are raising the money for. Could I ask all Shriners in the room to please rise? I thank you for the work that you do. Could I ask all Masons in the room to rise? Come see me for an application to become a Shriner.

Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for all you have done this past year to raise awareness of Shriners at your talks at chapters and for choosing Shriners Transportation as your Special Project.

Thank you for courtesies extended to me and I wish you a harmonious and productive Grand Chapter Session.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronI am pleased to introduce Diane McBride, Queen of Nereides

Temple #78, Daughters of the Nile. It is a pleasure to have you with us tonight Sister Diane. We realize that this is a busy time for you. Thank you for coming. May we hear from you at this time?

Diane McBride, Queen of Nereides Temple #78Daughters of the Nile

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers visitors all.

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It is an honour and privilege to bring greetings to you on behalf of Nereides Temple # 78, Daughters or The Nile.

Our organization originated in 1913, in Seattle Washington. Forover one hundred and five years our goal has never changed. our purpose was founded for character building among women, social interaction and service to others.

Daughters of The Nile adopted Shriners Hospitals for children as its sole philanthropy in 1925. There are 137 Temples with eleven of them in Canada. Together more than fifty-four million dollars has been raised in the past.

Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for making this your special fund raising project for your year. Because of your faithful hard work may your Rainbows of Friendship bring much joy, pleasure and success to your 88th New Brunswick Grand Chapter sessions.

The response to these greetings was given by Robert McInnes, PGP

Robert McInnes, Past Grand PatronWGM, WGP, GGCCM Distinguished Guests Sisters and Brothers.I am honoured to be responding on behalf of our Grand Chapter I

would like to thank our guests for taking the time to be with us this evening,

We are always pleased to welcome and hear from the Worshipful Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New Brunswick F&AM, Brother John we are particularly pleased to see you as a member of the Eastern Star representing the Highest Office of the Masons of New Brunswick thank you for your remarks and support.

Brother Doug Swan Potentate of Shriner's Luxor Temple, we are so very pleased and proud of you for the work you do for the children of NB and indeed Atlantic Canada and as Grand Secretary thank you for your kind remarks.

Sister Diane McBride Queen of Nereides Temple #78 Daughters of the Nile thank you for attending and your remarks, we are so very proud of you and hope you are enjoying your year and wish you every success as continue your programs supporting the Shriner's Hospital in Montreal and Burn unit in Boston.

To all our guests who brought greetings this evening, our sincere appreciation. Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for the privilege to respond.

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WORTHY GRAND MATRON & WORTHY GRAND PATRON'SSPECIAL PROJECT PRESENTATION:

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronI am pleased at this time to introduce my Special Project that the

Chapters and members were so willing to support throughout the Province and beyond. Ill Sir. Doug Swan, Potentate of Luxor Shriners,representing the Shriner’s Transportation Fund would you join me at this time, The Luxor Shriner’s of NB do so much for the families of children that have to visit the Shriner’s Hospital in Montreal so that they can be with their Child at such a trying time. Brother Terrance it is my pleasure to present you with a cheque for $1710.00 May we hear from you now.

Luxor Shriners, Potentate, Doug SwanThank you, Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce, for making Shriners

Transportation your special project for your year. The money raised will go to our transportation fund. Our transportation fund provides money for travel, accommodations and meals for all Shrine Children and a family member. Your generous donation will help so much as our costs continue to grow each year.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronI would like to thank the Chapters for Supporting my Special

Projects and Marilyn Hutchinson for selling my pins. I have 2 Special Projects that the money will be divided between, Lottie L. Kyle and Alzheimer’s. The amount at this time is 2187.35.

WELCOMESJoyce McInnes, Worthy Grand Matron

I would like to introduce Sean Cottrell of the Fredericton Inn. Could you bring us greetings at this time?

Sean Cottrell, Fredericton InnWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests

and all members of the Order of the Eastern Star. On behalf of Waite family and all employees of the Fredericton Inn,

I would like to welcome you to the 88th session of the Order of the Eastern Star. We hope you enjoy your time among old friends and hope you meet many new friends along the way.

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We are pleased to be hosting your 88th annual session and wish you every success over the next few days. All our employees are committed to making your stay with us pleasant and one to remember. We will work hard to meet all your needs.

We hope you have an enjoyable stay and if you require anything, please do not hesitate to contact the front desk.

Thank you for choosing the Fredericton Inn to host the Order of the Eastern Star and we look forward to extending a "breath of Maritime Hospitality" to all of you.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronI would like to call upon Sister Linda Haynes, Worthy Matron of

Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 and Sister Brenda McGibbon, Worthy Matron of St. Stephen Chapter #8, to welcome us on behalf of our Host Chapters. Sister Linda and Sister Brenda, will you bring us greetings from our Host Chapters?

Linda Haynes, Worthy Matron, Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,

Sisters, Brothers, and Friends:As Worthy Matron of the home chapter of our Worthy Grand

Matron, it is an honour and pleasure on behalf of the members of Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 to extend a warm and fraternal welcome to everyone to this the 88th annual session of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick Order of the Eastern Star. As we begin the "Rainbow's ofFriendship" Sessions, it is our hope that you will enjoy your time with us and hopefully will meet old friends and make new ones as the "Rainbow's of Friendship" spreads across these deliberations.

WGM Sister Joyce the members of your chapter are so very proud of you for all you have done and how well you have represented our Chapter over the past four years in Grand Chapter.

Brother Ross, as an honorary member of our chapter you have served us well and we appreciate the support you have given to Sister Joyce and the honor you have brought to your home chapter, St Stephen #8.

Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron we wish you a very successful Grand Chapter sessions and I am sure you are looking forward to finding that wee Pot of Gold at the other end of your "Rainbow's of Friendship" Sessions.

Thank You for allowing me the privilege of extending this welcome on behalf of Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33

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Brenda McGibbon, Worthy Matron, St. Stephen Chapter #8Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,

Sisters, Brothers and Guests-As Worthy Matron of our Worthy Grand Patron's home chapter-

St. Stephen Chapter # 8. it is my privilege to bring warm and fraternal Greetings to each and everyone who are attending this "Rainbow Of Friendship" Sessions. We hope you will enjoy your visit with us and will renew old friendships and make new ones. If you should need assistance, please contact a member of St Stephen Chapter or Lord Beaverbrook Chapter and we will try to assist you.

Worthy Grand Patron Br Ross you have made the members of our chapter very proud of you this year- your work and all the miles you have put on during the year both in our province and beyond has been wonderful- as we knew it would be. You have extended the hand of friendship wherever you went. We wish you success as you and Sister Joyce preside over your sessions.

Sister Joyce, as an honorary member of our chapter, we thank you for the support you have given to Br Ross and we too are very proud of you.

Thank You Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron for giving me the pleasure of extending this Greeting from St Stephen Chapter # 8.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronSister Debbie Hill, PGM, Brother Allan Gillis, GGCCM and Brother

Doug Swan, PGP, very kindly agreed to be our co-conveners of General Arrangements. I would like to express our appreciation for your assistance and support. You have been most helpful when we brought you our concerns and questions. Brother Doug, would you bring greetings at this time now?

Doug Swan, Past Grand MatronWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,

Sisters, Brothers and Friends.On behalf of the Conveners for these Sessions, Sister Debbie Hill,

Brother Allan Gillis and myself, I would like to welcome each of you here. Please enjoy yourselves and if you need anything remember we are here for you. Many people have worked hard to make these sessions successful and a lot of time they go about their work unnoticed. The committee for the introductions, that is a time-consuming job and we appreciate all your hard work. The Housing

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chairperson, thank you for making sure we all had a bed to sleep in tonight. Registration, Decorating Committee, Airport Committee, wethank you. If I have missed anyone, I am sorry but know we have appreciated all you have done. Of course, a huge thank you to the Fredericton Inn, you make our job so much easier.

Sister Debbie, Brother Allan and I would like to thank you for asking us to be your conveners. Again, everyone, enjoy your time.

The response to the greetings of the Distinguished Guests was given by Debbie Hill, PGM.

Debbie Hill, Past Grand MatronWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, GGCCMs,

Distinguished East, Sisters, Brothers and Guests. It is a great honour for me to respond to the welcomes we have

been given this evening by the Fredericton Motor Inn, Our Host Chapters and the Conveners on General Arrangements.

Paul Cottrell, of the Fredericton Motor Inn, I thank you for the warm words of welcome we have received this evening. The management and staff here have gone above and beyond to make our stay here a lasting memory and make us want to return again. You make us feel at home and we do appreciate all the little extra that you do for us. We do appreciate your service and thank you very much.

To Sister Linda Haynes, WM, Lord Beaverbrook #33, Home Chapter of our Worthy Grand Matron, and WM, Sister Brenda McGibbon, St. Stephen # 8, home chapter of our Worthy Grand Patron, Thank you for the warm words of welcome. It is an honour to have someone chosen from your chapter as WGM or WGP and all members thank you for the work and support you have given.

To our Conveners - Brother Alan Gillis GGCCM, Sister Debbie Hill PGM, and Brother Doug Swan PGP- Thank you for the words of welcome. The last few days and next two are very busy for you even though it started a few years ago, and I am sure the WGM and WGP are very thankful for all this work and dedication. May harmony prevailas our Grand Chapter sessions continue this weekend.

I thank you Sister Joyce WGM and Brother Ross WGP for asking me to respond to these welcomes.

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DISTINGUISHED GUESTS (continued)

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronAt this time, we will 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 very much appreciate it. The Grand Marshal and Assistant Grand Marshal will escort you from the Grand Chapter Room.

The Grand Marshal and Assistant Grand Marshal escorted themfrom the Grand Chapter Room.

The General Grand Chapter Committee Members were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronIt is a pleasure and honor to welcome you to the Rainbow’s of

Friendship Grand Sessions Your dedication to our Order is greatly appreciated, you have served your respective responsibilities with great distinction and grace and I congratulate you and thank you on behalf of your Grand Chapter Members for your dedicated service to our Order.

Barney says, “Formal education teaches how to stand, but to see the rainbow you must come out and walk many steps on your own.”

The GGCCM’s were escorted to the East and received Grand Honours.

The response was given by John Murray, member of the Public Relations Committee of the General Grand Chapter and Past Grand Patron of New Brunswick.

John Murray, GGCCMWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished

Guests, Sisters Brothers and Friends.Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for the privilege of giving the

response on behalf of the GGCC Members.It is an honour to appointed as a committee member for our Grand

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Jurisdiction, our subordinate chapters and of course ourselves.We serve our General Grand on various committees to the best of

our abilities and enjoy working with counterparts. We wish for you an enjoyable and satisfying experience during your "Rainbow of Friendships session. Thank you for all the courtesies extended on our behalf.

The Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons of Other Grand Jurisdictions were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.

The Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and were extended the Grand Honours.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand Patron:Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons. I would like to

take time to thank you for your time and travel that you have taken to be with us tonight.

Daisy said: “A friend is one of the nicest things you can have and one of the best things you can be.”

The response was given by Anne M. M. Kellner, Worthy Grand Matron of Connecticut.

Anne M. M. Kellner, Worthy Grand Matron of ConnecticutOn behalf of the WGM’s and WGP’s, we thank you for that warm

welcome. We are so pleased to be able to be with you at your “Rainbow’s of Friendship” Grand Chapter Session. The rainbow of fellowship and love we continue to receive fills our hearts with joy. Welook forward to hearing of all your successes from your hard work this past year. We wish for you a most harmonious and enjoyable session. WGM, thank you for the honour you have conferred upon me and Connecticut in giving this response.

The Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronIt is an Honor and Pleasure to welcome you to the Rainbow’s of

Friendship Grand Sessions, your presence here this evening is greatly

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appreciated by Brother Ross and I who have depended and leaned on you for support and guidance as we journeyed to East. We thank you for the love and friendship you have shared with us and we look forward to being at your side very soon.

Barney says: “Where does the rainbow end, in your soul or on the horizon?”

The Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick were escorted to the East and were extended the Grand Honours.

The response was given by F. Pauline Allan, Past Grand Matron.

F. Pauline Allan, Past Grand MatronWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished

Guests, Sisters and Brothers.It is my pleasure and certainly a singular honour to have been

invited to represent the Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of this Grand Jurisdiction acknowledging your embracing welcome to us. Thank you, W.G.M. Sister Joyce.

We appreciate fully your sincere dedication and recognize that your “Rainbows of Friendship” year has been impressive to all. Wewish you a Grand Chapter that is pleasant and productive, with memories reflective of a year well spent in the promotion of our beautiful Order.

Now as the duties of the coming days evolve, and our business is transacted, we look forward to your advancement as Past Grands. Sister Joyce and Brother Ross, we invite you as Past Grand Matron and Past Grand Patron to become active in the Past Grands Association where you will find continuing opportunities for fellowship as you promote the precepts of our Order.

Thank you, Sister Joyce, for the privilege of this response.

The Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronThank you for coming, some of you a long distance and some just

across the border. Thank you for coming and supporting the Worthy Grand Matron and myself.

Daisy Said, “Friends can travel a long distance and still be friends”.

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The Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and extended the Grand Honours.

The response was given by Peggy South, PGM of Ontario.

Peggy South, Past Grand Matron of OntarioWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests

in the East, Sisters and Brothers all, on behalf of the Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of Other Grand Jurisdictions, it is a pleasure to respond to the kind words of welcome and to bring greetings from our individual Grand Jurisdictions. We wish to offer our sincere thanks for all the warm welcomes and your generous hospitality.

Your aim to grow and spread the good news is near and dear to all our hearts, especially mine as I chaired the General Grand Chapter Membership Committee in 2012-2015. It’s no secret that our Order is failing. No one person, Chapter or Committee is responsible for increasing our membership. Every one of us is responsible for the survival and well- being of our Order.

Our Order is what it is and will be what you make it.Membership is our key to success and Worthy Grand Matron,

Worthy Grand Patron thank you for stressing that success comes to those who work hard.

Thank you.

The Elected Grand Officers of Other Grand Jurisdictions were presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronIt is indeed a pleasure to welcome you to the Rainbows of

Friendship Grand Chapter Sessions, Brother Ross and I wish you well as you continue your journey to the East.

Barney says, “Shine your soul with the same egoless humility as the rainbow and no matter where you go in this world or the next, love will find you, attend you, and bless you.”

The response was given by Brother Charles H. Jones, Grand Sentinelof the Grand Chapter of Massachusetts.

The Elected Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and were given a hearty welcome.

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Charles H. Jones, Grand Sentinelof the Grand Chapter of Massachusetts

Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron, thank you for the honour bestowed upon the Grand Chapter of Massachusetts to respond to the welcome to the elected Grand Officers.

It is indeed a pleasure to stand up here before you and see all the friendly smiling faces some of who I believe are hoping to find a pot of gold at the end of your rainbow.

It is our wish that you have a safe, productive Rainbow of Friendship session and all your dreams come true. Thank you so very much for this honour.

The Appointed Grand Officers of Other Grand Jurisdictions were presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronThe WGM and I welcome you to Our Grand Sessions and to our

Beautiful Province of New Brunswick. We hope you are enjoying your stay with us. We know how important Appointed Grand Officers are to the work of our Grand Chapters thank you for your dedication.Daisy said, “A simple friend thinks the friendship is over when you have an argument. A real friend knows it is not friendship until after you’ve had a fight.”

The Appointed Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and were given a hearty welcome.

The response was given by Ruth Jones, Grand Ruth of Massachusetts.

Ruth Jones, Grand Ruthof the Grand Chapter of Massachusetts

On behalf of all the appointed Grand Officers, I am pleased to bring you our greeting. We are honoured to bring you our friendship andrenew lasting memories with you all. You have spread the seed of friendship and live, laugh love with all our hearts for the bright future for our beautiful order. Thank you so much for the honour bestowed upon the Grand Chapter of Massachusetts to respond to your welcome

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The General Grand Chapter Special Appointments were presented west of Esther’s station for introduction.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronI am so pleased to welcome you to our Grand Sessions. Brother

Ross and I hope you have enjoyed your Special Appointments, we thank you for your dedication and for being here to celebrate our Grand Chapter Sessions with us

Barney Says, “It takes sunshine and rain to make a rainbow. There would be no rainbows without sunshine and rain.”

The General Grand Chapter Special Appointment was escorted to the East and was given a hearty welcome.

The Grand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in New Brunswick were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.

Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronWelcome. Thank you for taking the time to attend and I hope that

you are enjoying communicating with your counterparts. Daisy said, “Always keep a song on your heart so it will bring you

joy when needed.”

The Grand Representatives of other Jurisdictions in New Brunswick were escorted to the East and extended the Grand Honours.

The response was given by Debbie Cawker, Grand Representative of Manitoba in New Brunswick.

Debbie CawkerGrand Representative of Manitoba in New Brunswick

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers. On behalf of the Grand Representatives of other Grand Jurisdictions in New Brunswick. I would like to thank you for your warm welcome. We are privileged as a group to represent our Jurisdiction and from that first contact with our counterpart, Sister or Brother, new friendships are formed. We, the Grand Representatives, would like to extend to you our best wishes for a successful Grand Session and to our Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron congratulations on a successful year. Worthy Matron, thank you for this Honour.

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The Grand Representatives of New Brunswick in Other Grand Jurisdictions were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronWelcome everyone I am so pleased that so many of you were able

to attend this evening I hope you are in touch with your counterparts and I know some of them are here to meet you. My hope is that you are able to continue your new found Friendship for many years to come.

Barney says, “Dare to love yourself as if you were a rainbow with gold at both ends.”

The Grand Representatives of New Brunswick in Other Grand Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and extended the Grand Honours.

The response was given by Brenda Bayes, Grand Representative of New Brunswick in Ontario.

Brenda Bayes, Grand Representativeof New Brunswick in Ontario

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers, Friends all.

I want to thank you for the opportunity to respond to your warm welcome on behalf of the Grand Representatives of New Brunswick inother jurisdictions. It is a special honour for me having been born and raised in New Brunswick, and attended numerous Grand Chapters here, to have received this commission. I hope that your Rainbows of Friendship Sessions is all that you planned and hoped for. It is great to be home.

The Grand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in Other Grand Jurisdictions were presented west of the Altar for proper introduction.

A Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronI would like to take a moment to welcome you to our Grand

Chapter Sessions and hope you have a beautiful stay in our province.Daisy said: “A circle is round, it has no end that is how long I want

to be your friend.”

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The Grand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in Other Grand Jurisdictions were escorted to the East and extended the GrandHonours.

The response was given by Ruth Holden, Grand Representative of Oregon in Maine.

Ruth Holden, Grand Representative of Oregon in MaineThank you, Worthy Grand Matron on behalf of the Grand

Representatives of other Grand Jurisdictions in other Grand Jurisdictions. I thank you for your wonderful New Brunswick hospitality. Making friends outside your own Grand Jurisdiction is a special part of Eastern Star - and coming here to Fredericton is like a big family reunion – in formal dress. Thank you for the privilege of responding.

The Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2018-2019 were presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronWelcome to the "Rainbow’s of Friendship" Grand Chapter Session.Barney Says “If you don't have a rainbow to give. Give a smile. It

works just the same.”I now ask you to face the West where you will be welcomed by Sis.

Judy Donnelly, Associate Grand Matron & Bro Kevin Wilson, AssociateGrand Patron.

Judy Donnelly, Associate Grand MatronWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand

Chapter Committee Members, Distinguished Guests, Sister and Brother Family and Friends.

This is an exciting year for you. The enthusiasm you have excites us as we watch your chapters grow. If this is your first time as aWorthy Matron or Worthy Patron or if you have been in the East before -congratulations. Our jurisdiction needs the support of each subordinate chapter and actually we need each other. I encourage you to plan your meetings, to work together and always remember those who are unable to attend the Star functions. I am looking forward to spending an evening with you in your chapter with our Grand Family Officers. I will always be on my mobile phone if you need to speak to me. Thank you.

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Associate Grand Patron did not comment

The response was given by Cindy Wilson, Worthy Matron of Celestial Chapter #3 and Mark Knowles, Worthy Patron of Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5.

Cindy Wilson, Worthy Matron of Celestial Chapter #3WGM, WGP, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers. As Worthy Matron of Celestial Chapter #3 and on behalf of the

Worthy Matron’s of 2018 and 2019, I would like to thank Sister Judy and Brother Kevin for the privilege of responding to this warm welcome. The Worthy Matrons look forward to your visits in the upcoming year and wish you the very best.

Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce, I would like to wish you and Brother Ross much success during your “Rainbow’s of Friendship Session and hope you have accomplished all you had set out to do during your year.

Mark Knowles, Worthy Patron of Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand

Chapter Committee members, distinguished East, Brothers and Sisters all. Thank you for the honour and privilege you have bestowed upon me and Frank H. Tingley #5 to respond to the Worthy Patrons for 2018-2019. I am sure we all feel like we are a part of the family and look forward to the upcoming visits this year.

The Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2018 - 2019 were escorted to the East and given a hearty welcome.

The Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2017-2018 were presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronI am so pleased to welcome you to the Rainbow’s of Friendship

Grand Chapter Sessions. Not long ago you were welcoming Brother Ross and I to your Chapter along with our Grand Family members. Your love, support and welcoming smiles were always worth the visits. I want to thank you personally for the wonderful gifts and support of my Project Shriner’s Transportation Fund.

Barney said. “If I am your rainbow, then you are my pot of gold.”

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Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronThank you for opening your doors, to let your WGM and myself for

our Official visits, and for the many good treats, that was enjoyed by our Grand Family and myself. Daisy said “A good friend knows the way to be a good friend., by leaving us with a good taste in our mouth.

The Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons of 2017 – 2018 were escorted to the East and given a hearty welcome.

The response was given by Dorothy Allan, Past Matron of Philip A. Jerguson Chapter # 18 and Ronald Sutherland, Past Patron of St. Stephen Chapter #8.

Dorothy Allan, Past Matron of Philip A. Jerguson Chapter #18Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce, and Worthy Grand Patron

Brother Ross, Distinguished Guests, Past Grand Matrons, Past Grand Patrons. Members and visitors thank you for the honour of responding to your welcome on behalf of the Worthy Matrons 2017-2018.

It was a pleasure to welcome you to welcome you to our chapter on your official Visit with your Grand Family Members and your visits throughout the year.

I hope you have a successful "Rainbows of Friendship" Session with many happy memories.

Ronald Sutherland, Past Patron of St. Stephen Chapter #8Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand

Chapter Committee Members, All Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers.

Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce, and Worthy Grand Patron Brother Ross, thank you for allowing me to respond on behalf of the 2017-2018 Worthy Patrons. It was our pleasure to welcome you in to our home Chapters for your official visits and we all hope you have enjoyed your year serving this Grand Chapter and your Sessions are all you hoped they would be.

Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron for this privilege.

The Session Assistants were presented west of Esther’s Station for proper introduction.

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Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronI welcome you tonight on behalf of Sis. Joyce Worthy Grand

Matron and myself. I personally want to thank you for taking on this role and being an important part of our Grand Family I know you did not attend everything, but you travelled well with us. Sister Joyce and I really appreciate that.

Daisy said” A friend can tell you things you don’t want to tell yourself”.

The Session Assistants were presented to the east and given a hearty welcome.

The response was given by Sylvia Bannister, Assistant to the GrandMarshal.

Sylvia Bannister, Assistant to the Grand OrganistOn behalf of the Session Assistants, I would like to thank you for

the privilege of responding to your kind words of welcome and for inviting us to serve in your Grand Family this year.

We wish you every success in your deliberations and love as your light continues to shine.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronSisters and Brothers, our introductions for this evening are

complete. I wish to thank Sister Charlotte and Sister Lynda for a job well done.

I would also like to thank Sister Donna Allan PGM and her committee for their work in lining up the distinguished guests.

Sister Joyce reported that the proceeds from the Vesper Service this evening was $ 466.45, and this will be going to ESTARL.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:P.A.G.O. Breakfast and Business meeting 7:30 am in Salon A & B.Please support our vendors in the lobby.Visit the House of Fashions, our used clothing store.The Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce, thanked everyone for

attending the Informal Opening wished everyone a restful sleep.The Closing Ode “Go Now In Peace” was sung.The Grand Conductress attended at the altar informally.The Grand Marshal proclaimed these sessions called from labour to

rest to reconvene on Friday morning at 8:45 AM.

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FORMAL OPENING

FRIDAY MORNING, JULY 6, 2018 8:45 AM

The Friday morning Sessions were preceded by a musical prelude by the Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, and the Assistant Grand Organists, Jean Flewelling and Helen Humphreys.

The Grand Choir sang "Somewhere Over The Rainbow”.The Grand Pages and Grand Guards assumed their Stations.

CALL TO ORDERDonna Allen, Past Grand Matron

and John Murray, GGCCM

Donna Allen, Past Grand MatronDistinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers, good morning.

Welcome to the 88th Formal Opening of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick “Rainbows of Friendship” Session. To our guests from other jurisdictions: we hope you enjoy our hospitality and return again and again.

I am pleased to be sharing the East with Brother John, my Worthy Grand Patron. Your appointment as a member of the Public Relations Committee of General Grand Chapter is drawing to a close. We are proud of you and the other Committee Members Brother Alan, Sister Lynne and Sister Mildred. May we hear from you at this time.

John Murray, GGCCMIt is indeed a pleasure for me to once again share the East with my

own Worthy Grand Matron Sister Donna. That sounds funny "my own Worthy Grand Matron", We don't own each other but we did share a wonderful year together. I would like to welcome all of you to this "Rainbows of Friendship" Friday Morning session. It doesn't seem possible that it was 13 years ago that Donna and I stood here presiding over our own Grand Chapter session. All these Past Grand Matrons and Patrons that have opened these sessions and will open the rest of the sessions this weekend and all you wonderful Sisters and Brothers that have come here to help celebrate WGM Sister Joyce and WGP Brother Ross session certainly makes it a Rainbow of Friendship. We welcome you all and to our own members your presence is very important to the welfare of this Grand Chapter. I hope you attend all sessions and

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participate in the business and make decisions that will benefit the future of our order. I hope everyone has a good weekend and renew old friendships and lengthen your rainbow by making new friends.

Welcome.

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, Joyce McInnes, and Worthy Grand Patron, Ross MacLeod, being escorted west of the Altar.

Donna Allen, Past Grand MatronSister Joyce you were one of our District Deputies in our year. We

are proud of you. Your motto for this year was: “It takes rain and sunshine to make a Rainbow.” Brother Colin and I saw a double rainbow coming home from an exchange last fall. There couldn’t have been a better sign.

Brother Ross, your motto “Success comes to those who work hard” is very appropriate. Congratulations on a successful year.

Take the time to enjoy your final few days as your term winds down. You will have great memories of your session to add to those of your year.

May God richly bless you and your grand Officers as you conduct the business of this Grand Chapter. Thank you for asking me, along with Brother John, to open this Friday morning Session.

Brother John.

John Murray, GGCCMSister Joyce and Brother Ross thank you for the privilege of

participating in this formal opening of your "Rainbows of Friendship" Grand Chapter Session and to once again share the East with Sister Donna. You have both worked hard and traveled many miles this past year and I thank you for your dedication to our beautiful order. You are now about to begin an important part of your duties as you oversee your sessions and look after the business that needs to be done.

Sister Joyce I think the name of your session is well chosen as there are many colors in the rainbow, so we have friends of many talents and from many places as extensive of the rainbow. The wise old owl said to thrive in life we need three bones. A wishbone, a backbone and a funny bone.

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Brother Ross I once again commend you on your work this past year and to your dedication to our order. You have traveled many many miles. As I traveled as much as I could with your Grand Family I enjoyed all the sayings of the jersey cow. I can't resist the urge to repeat this poem I learned as a child as we also had jerseys.

They walked down the lane together, beneath the shining stars,And not a word was spoken as he lowered for her the bars,

She neither smiled or thanked him, for alas she knew not how, For he was just a farmer’s boy, and she was a jersey cow.

Once again thank you and I hope you enjoy your sessions and that are as successful as you could possibly hope for.

The Grand Conductress and Associate Grand Conductress escortedthe Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron to the East, wherethey received the Grand Honours.

Sister Donna presented Sister Joyce with her gavel.The Grand Officers assumed their stations.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand Matron:Sister Donna and Brother John It is such a pleasure and Honor

having you in the East this morning to present the Formal opening of this the 88th Grand Chapter Sessions, “Rainbow’s of Friendship” Sister Donna I have always admired your dedication to our Order, you work so hard and are such a wonderful go to resource person and teacher even if you are retired!

Sister Donna Please accept this small gift of appreciation, Thank You.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronThank you, Sister Donna and Brother John, for opening this

morning sessions of Rainbows of Friendship. Sister Donna, I remember you visiting St. Stephen Chapter #8 as WGM. You spoke about the distance that you had to travel to attend our meeting. I didn’t realize that you could see the Confederation Bridge from your house. Brother John I must congratulate you on your appointment as a GGCCM. You have traveled many miles and done New Brunswick proud.

Daisy said, “Smiles are like rainbows, Bringing warmth and special

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cheer to all folks around us!”Brother John please accept this small gift of appreciation!

INVOCATIONShirley MacDonald, Past Grand Matron

Let us pray.Gracious and loving Father, we come before you this beautiful

summer morning and humbly ask that the light of your Holy Spirit fills this room and that your blessing be upon Sis. Joyce and Bro. Ross as they fulfill the duties of a successful year as our W.G.M. & W.G.P. of this Grand Jurisdiction and preside over the formal opening of the "Rainbow of friendship" session. May you give them the skill and wisdom to continue the work of our order started by those special members who have passed on and left the care of this Grand Jurisdiction in our hands. We ask for your strength and grace to be with those unable to be present with us due to illness at home or in hospital or sorrowing due to loss of a loved one.

As all members begin the work of this Grand Chapter we ask that you open our ears so that we are listening to the people we meet, open our eyes that we may see the needs of people that need our care, and open our minds so we can accomplish our mission and open our lips so that we always remain considerate and respectful of each others thoughts and opinions, open our hearts that we may love you and others as you loved us.

All this we ask in the name of your precious Son Jesus. Amen.

A beautiful duet entitled “Whispering Hope” was sung by Pam Coombs, PM (Maine) and Ruth Holden, Grand Representative of Oregon in Maine. Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce, thanked them for their amazing music.

PLACING OF THE HOLY BIBLE AND EMBLEMSWritten by Robert McInnes, PGPNarrator: Brenda J. Saunders, PGMBible Bearer: Edgar Cove, Grand ChaplainAdah: Joyce Spence, Grand AdahRuth: Gertrude Wilson, Grand RuthEsther: Annie Watson, Grand EstherMartha: Vicki MacLeod, Grand MarthaElecta: Barbara Greenlaw, Grand Electa

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The Holy Bible is placed upon the Altar in the center of the hollow square.It is placed reverently and in silence with tenderness and with careThe Bible opened to the Book of Genesis Chapter 9: Verse 12 for all to seeGod said this is the sign of the Covenant I have made between Me and Thee

Behold the Rainbow will be seen by all creation that cover the earthThe sign of the Covenant established, the Sun and Rain will draw forthRemember His promise when dark clouds take over and cover you with fearThat God in his Mercy will form a Rainbow with colours abundant bright and clear

The Rays of our Star Rainbow begin with the colour blueWhen Adah had no choice she knew exactly what to doResolute and strong of conviction She invited the final blowSister Joyce Spence places the Sword and Veil United so that we will always know

The Book of Ruth tells a story that continues in our lives to this dayOf faithfulness to duty to serve those in need with Ruth's yellow RayLet us learn from this humble gleaner devotion to duty gathering as we goSister Gertrude Wilson places the Sheaf of Wheat a symbol of our need to grow

Esther, Queen of Persia heard of a cruel edict wanted to save her people from DeathApproached the King touching the Golden Scepter in his hand and made her requestEsther taught fidelity to Kindred and Friends represented by a white flowerSister Annie Watson places the Crown and Scepter a symbol of Royalty and power

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Martha's faith in Jesus was tested when heartbroken that her brother had died Her trustful faith and hope of eternal life came true as she stood at Jesus sideThe Green Ray shines throughout our lives when faced with struggles and strifeSister Vicki MacLeod places the Broken Column symbol of the uncertainty of human life

Electa was charitable, and shared generous hospitality to the poor with distinctionThe Roman Emperor subjected her to severe trials and the most bitter of persecutionThe red rose a symbol of that fervency to engage in the service of truth for which we are blessedSister Barbara Greenlaw places the cup of charity and hospitality to victims of poverty and distress

Our Eastern Star shines with promise and with graceThe Bible now rests on the Altar for all to see in this placeOur star Point colors of Blue Yellow White Green and RedThe rainbow of colors a covenant from God the Bible said

The Grand Secretary called the Roll of Officers with all being present except for Grand Warder, whose station is filled by the Assistant Grand Warder.

The ritualistic opening of the Chapter was carried out, with the Opening Ode being "Come In, Come In and Sit Down", followed by the singing of "O Canada", "God Save The Queen", and "The Star Spangled Banner".

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand Matron:Good Morning Sisters and Brothers, Hope everyone has had a good night’s sleep. It is a pleasure for me to welcome you this morning and thank you for joining us as we begin the business of Grand Chapter. Before we begin, I would like to thank Sister Shirley MacDonald PGM, for the invocation to open this morning Grand Session. Your words of thoughts and prayer will guide us as we begin these Sessions.

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A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronGood Morning Sisters and Brothers, I hope everyone had a good night and are eager to get started with the formal business of our 88th

Annual Session.

There were no introductions this morning.A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand Patron, read Roberts Rules of

Order.Minutes of Saturday evening, July 8, 2018: It was moved by Doug

Swan, PGP, Grand Secretary and seconded by Allan Gillis, GGCCM, that the minutes of the Saturday Evening Sessions, held on Saturday, July 8, 2017, be approved as printed in the Proceedings. Motion carried.

UNFINISHED BUSINESSJohn Murray, GGCCM

We the members of the Unfinished Business Committee have examined the business of the 2017 Grand chapter Session and have found that all business transacted at that session that required further action has been acted upon and implemented.

I would like to thank the committee members for their help in making this report.

Respectively submittedJeanne Wheelock PGMDebbie Hill PGMJohn Murray GGCCM Chairperson

It was moved by John Murray, GGCCM and seconded by Jeanne Wheelock that the report be accepted as read. The report was accepted as read.

APPOINTMENTS TO VACANCIES ON COMMITTEESThe Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce reported that she filled the

following vacancies on committees:Replaced Burton Hall, PGP, on Commissioner of Trials with Ron

Oakley, PGP.

The report of the Credential Committee was presented.

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INITIAL REPORT OF CREDENTIAL COMMITTEE

Grand Officers of New Brunswick 16

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 0

General Grand Chapter Committee Members and Ambassadors 7Worthy Grand Matrons & Worthy Grand Patrons

of other Grand Jurisdictions 4

Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick 33Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions 19

Elected Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 1

Appointed Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 2General Grand Chapter Special Appointments (Deputies, IGRA Executive Officers, International Headquarters Administrator) 1

Grand Officers Emeritus 0Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in New Brunswick 15

Grand Representative of New Brunswick in other Grand Jurisdictions 8Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in other Grand Jurisdictions 5

Special Appointments of the MWGM &MWGP 1District Deputy Grand Matrons of New Brunswick & Others 0Voting Members of New Brunswick (Other than those listed above) 52Members of other grand Jurisdictions (other than those listed above) 19New Brunswick Chapters represented 14Grand Jurisdictions represented 15Total Order of the Eastern Star Members registered 183

Respectfully submitted: Beverly Lyons, PM (33), Chair, Margaret Jagoe, PGM (44); Ruth Bishop (37)

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The Grand Secretary read the following greetings:Regrets from Sister Marjorie Morgan, PGM of Ontario and Honourary Member of New Brunswick, for not being able to be with us this year. She wishes everyone all the best.

NOMINATION OF GRAND OFFICERSUnder the leadership of A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand Patron,

the following nominations for Grand Officers was received:

WORTHY GRAND MATRON Judy Donnelly of Miramichi #44 by Helen Cormier-Stewart, WM #44

WORTHY GRAND PATRON Kevin Wilson, of Celestial #3 by E. Jean Duncan, PGM PM #3

ASSOCIATE GRAND MATRON Charlotte Jansen-Bateman of Devon #37 by Ebby Kuhn, PGP, PP #37

ASSOCIATE GRAND PATRON Ronald Keith Bateman of Devon #37 by Ebby Kuhn, PGP, PP #37

GRAND SECRETARY Doug Swan, PGP, of Victoria #1 by Lynda Swan, PGM, PM #1

GRAND TREASURER Don Williams, PGP, of Fidelity #36 byBrenda Saunders, PGM, PM #36

GRAND CONDUCTRESS Lynda Williams, of Fidelity #36 by Brenda Saunders, PGM, PM #36

ASSOCIATE GRAND CONDUCTRESS

Barbara Greenlaw of St Stephen #8 by Brenda McGibbon, WM #8

GRAND SENTINEL Darrell Munn of Devon #37, by Debbie Hill, PGM, PM #37

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The bell rang for a draw from the magazine table. Kathryn Bradshaw, PM, Philip A. Jerguson #18, was the winner of the prize.

Sister Norma Caswell wrote a march for the Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce and the Worthy Grand Patron, Brother Ross. The selection is entitled “Jerseys Give A Hoot”. Sister Norma Caswell, Grand Organist and Sister Jean Flewelling, Assistant Grand Organist, played the march. Sister Joyce thanked them playing the march and thanked Sister Norma for writing the march. Sister Joyce told all that Sister Norma has the music available for sale of which the proceeds go to ESTARL.

ANNUAL REPORTS

WORTHY GRAND MATRONS ANNUAL REPORTSister Joyce McInnes

Brother Ross, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter Officers and Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons Past Grand Patrons, Distinguished East Sisters and Brother all.

I would like to submit the following report. Let me first welcome everyone here this morning to the Rainbows

of Friendship 88th Grand Chapter Sessions to help Brother Ross and I celebrate our last meeting and our time in the East as your Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron. We have been so fortunate to have had such a wonderful Grand Family. There are many I would like to thank, and I will begin by thanking the elected Grand Officers who have been so supportive to us in every way throughout the year.

Brother Doug Grand Secretary, your year has been extra busy, and we again congratulate you as you continue in your role as Potentate of Luxor Shriner’s of New Brunswick. I don’t know how you do it with double the miles than most to fulfill your duties, thank you Brother Doug for all you have done for me throughout the year. Brother Don Grand Treasurer, you too serve double duties as continue to work diligently along with a wonderful staff of Star members to bring us the Eastern Star Magazine, so much appreciated by everyone while at the same time keep a good handle on the finances that keep us healthy to continue our work for Eastern Star thank you and congratulations on your first year in this role.

Sister Judy Donnelly and Brother Kevin Wilson, I know you have both been working hard preparing for the year ahead and soon you

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will be standing here in the East to continue the tradition of our Beautiful Order of the Eastern Star. My wish for you both is to have the most wonderful time and take advantage of the opportunities to do all you can to serve your officers and members as they will do all they can to serve you.

Sister Charlotte, Jansen Bateman Grand Conductress, thank you for doing such a wonderful job in your office this year you have served it well with your determination and good humor. Soon you will be in the West and will be preparing for next year I wish you well, Sister Lynda Williams you have been a good servant of Grand Chapter as Grand Treasurer now that Brother Don has completed a year of training you can look forward to your role as Grand Conductress I wish you well and I know you will do well in this station. Brother Ron Keith Bateman Grand Sentinel, His duties kept him outside the door but his laughter and charm was always present and will continue when he enters the Chapter Room to join Sister Charlotte.

To my appointed Grand Officers, please remain standing when I call your name

Grand Chaplain, Brother Edgar Cove Grand Marshal, Brother Leonard MosherGrand Organist, Sister Norma CaswellGrand Adah, Sister Joyce SpenceGrand Ruth, Sister Gertrude Wilson Grand Esther, Sister Anne WatsonGrand Martha, Vicki MacLeodGrand Electa, Sister Barbara Greenlaw Grand Warder, Brother Ron Senior, I am so very proud of you, your presence at

every Grand Chapter event and attention to detail as you performed your duties has made me feel so very fortunate to have you as part ofour Grand Family. Thank you so much for making this year so much fun at home and on the road

To my very special friends, Sylvia Banister assistant to the Grand Marshal, Sister Jean Flewelling and Sister Helen Humphreys Assistants to the Grand Organist. Having your support to assist these important offices was so essential to the performance of their duties thank you for your taking on these important tasks and for your service and friendship.

Grand Chapter Committees: The following members were appointed to the Committees.

Credentials: Ruth Bishop, PM (37) Distribution: Marjorie Colton, PGM, (44)

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Jurisprudence: Elaine I. MacLean, PGM (3)Constitutional Law: Ron Jagoe, (PGP)Grievances and Appeals: Lynda Swan, PGM (1) Unfinished Business: Debbie Hill, PGM (37)Finance: Robert McInnes, PGP (33)Commissioner of Trials: Ron Oakley, PGP (26)Necrology: Connie MacPherson, PM (37)Audit: E. Jean Duncan, PGM (3)

Special Committees: Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship & Educational Fund, Ann McClellan, PM (1)ESTARL, Dorothy Stuart, PM (24)International Headquarters, Sally Donald, PM (44)Membership Lynda Swan PGM (1)OES Magazine, Dorothy Allan PGM (18)Investment Committee, Norma Jean Belyea, PGM, (3)Eastern Star Journal, Judy Gilliss (1)Web Advisory, Winnie Bateman, PM (26)

Thank you to all for volunteering to be on the committees chosen for you, your dedication to duty and interest in our future is greatly appreciated.

It was my pleasure to recommend 28 members to receive Grand Representative Commissions of other jurisdictions in New Brunswick.

Alabama Robin Searle (36) Arizona Esther Rogers (1) Australia Mary Pelletier (5) Brazil Susan Lankisch (35)California Alan Hatt (15) Connecticut Geoffrey Hutchin (35) DC Terri Lynne (15) Florida Susan Sallows (35)Iowa Faye Stockford (1)Illinois Marilyn Wilkinson (44)Indiana Rachel Reid (33)Italy Keith Lyons (33)Manitoba Debbie Cawker (3) Michigan Mike Magee (18)Mississippi Faye Gilks (44)Missouri Fay Oakley (26)Montana Ruth Bishop (37) New York Theresa Monk (8)

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Carolina Heather McKinley (19) Ohio Lorenda Larson (18)Oklahoma Aubrey Buck (26) Ontario Robert Ames (8) Oregon Kerry Weaver (37)Pennsylvania Dianne Manning (5) Quebec Lorraine Fullerton (3) So. Carolina Mike Keirstead (24)Tennessee Shirley Kraglund (24) Wyoming Doris Moore (37)

School of InstructionThe Grand Family School of Instruction for Grand Officers in Lord

Beaverbrook Chapter #33 July 15th in Hampton, the day was very informative, and many questions were answered. We had a very good turnout of GGCCM’s, PGM’s, PGP’s to assist us and give valuable feedback as we performed the opening and closing including presentation of Flags and in the afternoon following a great lunch continued with a rehearsal of initiation this was very informative and again included the support of our past Grands.

The Provincial School of Instruction took place two weeks later on the 29th of July at Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5 again the GGCCM’s, PGM’s, PGP’s this time along with representation from all Chapters were invited. Once more we completed both opening and closing this gave chapter members the opportunity to ask and get answers to the questions they had; here too we had a delicious lunch that the members of Frank H. Tingley along with surrounding chapters provided. We continued in the afternoon with a very informative initiation rehearsal. I would like to thank the Moncton and surrounding area chapters that helped make this event a wonderful time of fellowship and cooperation.

The enthusiasm of our OES Magazine Staff was always present as they helped us keep on schedule in providing greetings and often gave us a wee nudge to remind us of our obligations! They are a super group of dedicated individuals and worthy of our support and I heartily recommend everyone to subscribe to the quarterly magazine for an annual nominal fee.

CorrespondenceBrother Ross and I appreciate all you have done for us to connect

with our members through the magazine by keeping them up to date with the many stories you shared. Thank You.

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We want to take this time to thank every Chapter Secretary in New Brunswick for keeping us informed with the notices we received everymonth; the following is the dispensations and requests for by-law changes I received.

Dispensations Granted: September 9th - Maine in New Brunswick Exchange to move regalia

and paraphernalia for the purpose of hosting the Exchange held in larger location, Hampton United Church.

October 21st Special Session for the purpose of installation of the Grand Secretary at Granite Chapter#15.

December 16th Lady Alexander Chapter #24 for the purpose of changing meeting night from Dec12th to Dec 18th because of inclement weather.

March 1st, 2018 Winston Churchill Chapter #19 for the purpose of changing their meeting night from March 1st to March 5th because of inclement weather.

March 8th Victoria Chapter#1 for the purpose of changing meeting night from March 13th to March 15th because of inclement weather.

March 8th Lord Beaverbrook Chapter 33 for the purpose of changing their meeting night from March 8th to Monday March 12th because of inclement weather.

March 14th Granite Chapter #15 for the purpose of changing their meeting night from March 14th to March 19th because of inclement weather.

April 21st. St. Stephen Chapter #8 For the purpose of hosting the Maine Maritime Exchange in the St. Stephen Chapter Banquet Hall.

April 28th Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 For the purpose of hosting the Maritime Exchange at Hampton United Church, Hampton NB.

May 11 Attended the Grand Lodge of New Brunswick Annual Meeting and Dinner

Schedule of Events:It was a busy year. The following were invitations I attended

throughout the year. First just before our own Grand Chapter Sessions began, I attended the installation of Christine McGillivray incoming WGM and Arnold Dempsey incoming WGP of NS/PEI it was a memorable evening.

My first Official visit as WGM was to DeMolay in Moncton to enjoy a wonderful dinner at the Moncton Crowne Plaza Hotel after which we were escorted to their Official meeting to see a performance

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demonstrated by the young men of DeMolay it was an enjoyable evening with many presentations made honoring the work of the boys over the past year after which I brought Greetings from the Grand Chapter.

July 29. I attended a Banquet at Nereides Temple Daughters of the Nile on the occasion of the Supreme Queen’s official visit at the Luxor Shriner’s Temple in Saint John

At each of my Official Visits I honored the Conductress Station because it is my favourite. I also spoke on any one of my symbols, Rainbows, the Owl, the Forget-me-not flower and my Fund-RaisingProject, Shriner’s Transportation Fund. Every Chapter was so generous making donations to my Project and I can’t thank them enough for their generosity. I was also honored by all Chapters to have my Bible, a gift from my husband PGP Br. Robert, rest on the Altar.

My first official visit to our Chapters took place Aug 3rd when with the Grand Family we visited Winston Churchill Chapter #19 where all the members sang “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” followed by the popular rendition of “Bessie the Heifer” for Br Ross Lol!! WM Sister Lanah and WP Brother Gordon certainly made us feel at home and I enjoyed the theme to the Star Points Ceremony “Five Bright Candles” on our first Official visit.

Aug. 11. We visited Devon Chapter #37 WM Charlotte Bateman and WP Ebby Kuhn had Wise Owl wisdom welcomes for us to enjoy. The Star Points ceremony was called “Pot of Gold at the end of the Rainbow” before leaving I was presented with a Wise Owl Candle Holder, a most enjoyable visit.

Aug. 15 saw us visiting Zetland Chapter where WM Wendy Oakley and WP Ron Oakley greeted us with Owl and Cow sayings. WGP Br. Ross and I were honored with a Star Points Ceremony called “Hoot and Moo” We had fun and a good meal to end a wonderful evening.

Aug. 17. The WM Candace Duplisea and WP Doug Cawker welcomed us to Celestial Chapter #3 with Owl and Cow Questions. We were honored with a Star Points Ceremony Where I gathered up Owls in a Basket and WGP Br Ross collected Milk Bottles in a Milk carrying Basket

Aug. 23. Our next Official Visit took place in Unity Chapter #35 withWM Rose Clifford and WP Vernon Lister welcoming us from the East with “The many ways we use Hugs” We took part in the Star points Ceremony “Rainbow as a symbol of Promise and the Assurance of God’s Love” this was a beautiful ceremony and we were so grateful for the love and support we received the whole evening.

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Sept.5. The Official visit took place in Fidelity Chapter #36 with a warm welcome from WM Marjorie Landry and WP Keith Trenholm welcomed our Grand family with “Words of Friendship” Sister Marjorie was so gracious and kind and made everyone feel at home as the Chapter celebrated 65 years of service. The Star Points Ceremony theme was Rainbows and Cows, another wonderful evening.

Sept. 6. Brought us to Philip A. Jerguson #18 for our next Official Visit where WM Dorothy Allan and WP Mike Magee welcomed our Grand Family to the East with Friendship questions. PGM Sister Pauline Allan was escorted to the East and asked to speak on the 72nd

Anniversary of the Chapter then the WM Sister Dorothy presented her with a bouquet of flowers to celebrate her 72 years as a member, A Star Points Ceremony followed on our theme, and a wonderful and memorable evening was had by everyone.

Sept.12. WM Shirley McBride and WP Leonard Mosher welcomed the Grand Family on our Official visit to Victoria Chapter #1 with quotes about Cows! Again, we were honored with a Star Points Ceremony on the theme of the 23rd psalm; everyone had a great evening, followed by a wonderful smorgasbord of food, to keep us going for our drive home.

Sept. 18. The official visit took place at Lady Alexander #24, where WM Shirley Kraglund and WP Ray Kraglund welcomed the Grand Family and other guests with a poem by Helen Steiner Rice and we were welcomed to the East with Rainbow quotes later I was honored with a program presented by the Star Points about Owls and Rainbows, it was a wonderful evening.

Sept. 20. Our Official Visit to Miramichi Chapter #44 began with a welcoming wonderful Pot Luck supper. The WM Helen Cormier Stewart and WP Terrance Spence welcomed everyone when we came up to the Chapter room with a poem “Summer & Fall” and “Miramichi words from the dictionary” Bro. Ross and I enjoyed the Star Points Ceremony. It was a wonderful evening and I have to say how pleased I was to receive the Tartan Owls a nice touch to remind me of my Scottish homeland.

Oct.09. We had our official visit to Frank H. Tingley Chapter#5 Where WM Mildred Homer and WP John Timmins had fun welcoming the Grand Family to the East with facts about Owls and Cows. The Chapter was celebrating 92 years of service and Sister Mildred read part of the original minutes of the first meeting in 1922. The Star point Program had a farm theme called “EIEIO” I presented a Certificate to Sister Joanne Cameron and the WM presented Sister Joanne with her

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25 years service pin. Oct.11. Was the Official visit to Granite Chapter #15 WM Lynne

Hatt and WP Allan Hatt welcomed us to the East with fun facts about Owls and Cows. This year Granite Chapter was celebrating 78 years of Service Oct. 28, 1939 Br. Ross and I were honored with a fun filled Star Points Ceremony about Owls and Cows. We enjoyed a wonderful Lunch before heading home.

Oct. 12. Was my Home Coming Evening to my Home Chapter Lord Beaverbrook Chapter#33 WM Pr. Tm. Linda Haynes WP Pr. Tm. Robert McInnes filled in for WM and WP Beverly and Keith Lyons who were visiting family in BC. The Grand Family were given a warm welcome from the East with Fun facts about Owls and Cows. Br Ross and I were honored with a Star Points Ceremony that had a rainbow theme called “Our colours in God’s Spectrum” It was a pleasure for me to present the WGP Br. Ross MacLeod with an Honorary Membership to our Chapter on behalf of our members. The WGM thanked the Chapter for the support over the past few years and the support in preparing for Grand Sessions in July 2018.

Oct. 16. Our final Official visit was to St Stephen Chapter #8 where WGP Br. Ross enjoyed his Home Coming to this the final Official visit to the Chapters of New Brunswick. WM Barb Greenlaw and WP Ron Sutherland welcomed everyone with a verse from the Bible “Gods Eternal Covenant”. The WM welcomed special guests to the East with facts about Rainbows. PGM Sister Eleanor Linton Sang ‘My Heart Will Go On” and “The Jet Black Comero” in honor of our final Official Visit. I was given the honor of presenting Sister Charlotte Gowan with a 60 year pin. A fun program for the Star Points Ceremony was “a Halloween Treat” and Br. Ross presented me with an Honorary Membership to St. Stephen Chapter #8.

My Official Visits along with the WGP and Grand Chapter Officers to each Chapter were very special I really enjoyed the warm and sincere welcomes we received and having the opportunity to visit our Eastern Star Sisters and Brothers in their home Chapters. Thank you all for your kind and generous support.

I want to thank the WM’s for allowing me to place my Bible on the alter during my official visits, this Bible was a gift to me by my husband PGP Robert McInnes and the Page Marker and carrying pouch was made by my good friend Sister Anne Mac Andrew. Brother Leonard Mosher surprised me with a beautiful Bible box to keep it safe.

I signed warrants from 10 to 30 for the year, after approval from the finance committee.

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I received “Appendix A Petition for surrender of Charter” from Tobique Chapter #23 at the regular meeting of October 3rd, 2017 and returned November 7th 2017 to the final meeting to accept the surrender of their Charter.

Other Events:July 22. OES annual picnic at the Hatt’s St. George.Aug.5. 60th Anniversary party for John and Anne Murray, Shediac.Aug. 10. OES Service for Mary Kellier at Fundy Funeral home.Sept.9. Maine in New Brunswick Exchange in Hampton took place

at the Hampton United Church 123 members were in attendance, plus 4 new members 12 NB Chapters with 78 members in attendance, plus 4new members. 18 Maine Chapters with39 members in attendance and 1 NS/PEI Chapter with 2 members in attendance.

Sept.30. New Brunswick in Maine exchange took place in Ellsworth, Maine, 193 members were in attendance plus 3 new members 14 NB Chapters with 55 members and 30 Maine Chapters with 135 plus 3 new members .

Oct. 3. Official Visit to Tobique Chapter #23 Canceled; I attended to begin the process of closing.

Oct. 17. Attended OES Service for Sister Janice Grant former member of Fundy Chapter #34, and of Saint John Chapter #14, at Brenan’s Funeral Home, Saint John .

Oct. 21. Installation of Grand Secretary, Brother Doug Swan, PGP, took place at Granite Chapter # 15 where all Chapters where represented.

Oct. 21. Reception honouring Sister Lynne Hatt, GCCCM on Charters at Granite Chapter #15.

Feb 2. – 3. The 51st. OES Funspeil took place at the Hampton Curling Rink with 90 in attendance.

Feb. 16. – 17. Luxor Shriner’s Curling, Woodstock, Invitation was extended to OES members.

April. 21. Maine – Maritime Exchange, St. Stephen 125 in attendance.

Apr.28. Maritime Exchange, Hampton United Church 95 in attendance, N.B. 69 members and NS/PEI 26.

Drill Team:Barred from attending practices! I sent a spy who was useless! Got

no information from secret agent Robert, however I am looking forward to seeing our Rainbow Drill Team in action prior to the sessions.

In Appreciation: Words of Appreciation do not seem adequate to

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express how I feel about the love and support I received right from the beginning of this Journey to the East and the Office of the 88th Worthy Grand Matron of New Brunswick Order of the Eastern Star.

What wonderful support I received from the 2015-18 General Grand Chapter Committee Members Sis. Lynne Hatt, Member of Charters' Comm. & PGM of NB, Bro. Allan Gillis, Member of Eastern Star Journal & PGP of NB, Sis. Mildred Homer, Member of ESTARL Comm. & PGM of NB and Bro. John Murray, Member of Public Relations & PGP of NB.

Each one has given so much of their time and talent to our Beautiful Order throughout their Triennium and will always continue to be wonderful Ambassadors’ for New Brunswick.

I cannot say enough about the love and support that I have received throughout this journey from the Past Grand Matron’s and Past Grand Patron’s. With words of support, wisdom and encouragement you were my motivation, and go to people when I needed advice.

It was a pleasure to have Brother Ross by my side sharing duties and fun times as we worked together to make our year memorable, there were times of trial and times of laughter, times of reward and times of supporting each other, we shared them all and we have become the best of friends it didn’t matter what challenges I put his way Ross was there to take it on and I could not have asked for more, but you know behind every good man is a good woman giving him a shove!! So, Vickie thank you for your support and friendship.

I want to thank the members of Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 and St. Stephen Chapter # 8 for their kindness, support and understanding over the past 3 years given to both Brother Ross and I right to the last day we both shared in the East of this wonderful Grand Chapter.

I am so amazed at the amount of patience and determination the Conveners must have to put up with the questions I would have, the things I would take time to get done and the determination they had to get things done when they had to be done!! Thank you, Sister Debbie Hill, Brother Doug Swan and Brother Allan Gillis, for your much need guidance and all you have done to make our Rainbow’s ofFriendship Grand Chapter Sessions so very memorable.

As we go forward I wish Sister Judy Donnelly, and Brother Kevin Wilson a wonderful year full of promise, I wish Sister Charlotte and Brother Ron every success as they prepare their year ahead and Sister Lynda I wish you well as you enjoy the planning and shopping you must be doing now. I want you to know how much I have enjoyed the

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company of each one of you.It has been a pleasure for me to have served as Worthy Grand

Matron of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick Order of the Eastern Star and look forward to continue serving our beautiful Order.

In closing I want to share with you my closing remarks that I shared with Tobique Chapter #23 on the occasion of having to close.

Tobique Chapter Closing, November 7th, 2017.What is there to say when we find ourselves closing a chapter, I

have thought much about this and can only say how very proud I am to have had the opportunity to visit Tobique Chapter #23 over the past number of years, to enjoy the meetings and fellowship that was always so warm and welcoming. In recent years it has been because of those present tonight that you have been able to stay open until now, your determination and undying loyalty to the Order of the Eastern Star is a credit to you.

This Chapter and its members will always be numbered among the members of our Order.

Adah reminds us of your determination to stay open and allowed no stain to rest upon the memory of Tobique Chapter.

Ruth reminds us of your willingness to submit to whatever lot you might be called upon to endure.

Esther reminded the King of his promise and we remind you of our promise to help and support your members who wish to continue as members.

Martha reminds us of hope, we too should always believe in the hope of what our future will bring.

Electa reminds us to be loyal to our convictions and to remember that we are always Eastern Star Members.

Tobique Chapter has been resilient throughout the years in its determination to remain open, The Grand Chapter of New Brunswick is very proud of the members of Tobique Chapter and the work they have done in support of the community, the offices your members have taken within Grand Chapter and your very own Chapter.

This Chapter can now close knowing it has been a true and faithful servant of God.

Respectfully Submitted.Sister Joyce McInnes Worthy Grand Matron 2017-2018

There was no addendum to report

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WORTHY GRAND PATRONS ANNUAL REPORTBrother Ross MacLeod

Worthy Grand Matron, GGCCM, Past Grand Matrons Past Grand Patrons, Sisters Brothers and Members of the Grand Family of NB Order of the Eastern Star.

I extend to all a very greeting to this our Rainbows of Friendship Session. A year ago I was installed as your Worthy Grand Patron to this high office which I respect- I thank all members for this honor. I hope that I performed the duties of this Office in a manner that was acceptable to all.

Sister Joyce, Worthy Grand Matron it has been an honor and a pleasure to serve as your Worthy Grand Patron. You are to be congratulated for your dedication, devotion and efficient manner in which the business of the Grand Chapter has been conducted. Our Friendship started when I became Grand Sentinel of Grand Chapter. I had to look at the Eastern Star Magazine to see who would be my counterpart. Sister Vicki and myself, value our Friendship with you and Brother Robert.

The appointed Officers were chosen with great care. The Elected and Appointed Grand Officers have filled their duties with dedication, and devotion to this Older.

I say thank you to all of the Grand Family, for their responsible and professional manner.

To our General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons thank you for your support and advice. To the Grand Representatives thank you for taking your commission and hope you and your counterpart have a long lasting friendship.

To the Grand choir and Soloist: music and song add so much to all ceremonies.

To my home Chapter St. Stephen #8 you are all special to me. Thank you for all the help and support extended to me and our Grand Family. For the help at all our Grand Family Exchanges whether we were in Maine or New Brunswick. Words cannot express the thanks I extend to each one of you.

I would like to thank the members of Lord Beaverbrook chapter, for giving me an honorary membership of your Chapter.

To the Worthy Matrons, Worthy Patrons and members of all subordinate chapters, I extend my thanks and appreciation for the kind words of welcome, support of the Worthy Grand Matrons special

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project, Shriner's Transportation and my special projects Alzheimer’sand Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship.

I was able to attend all of the Worthy Grand Matrons Official Visits and assisted in presentations of Grand Representative Commissions. All of these visits I was very warmly welcomed and created many special memories.

To my wife Sister Vicki, who has been the source of encouragement through out the year, and many miles we traveled together. This honor that I have I share equally with you. Thank you for all your support.

Special events attended during the year:July 15: School of Instruction for Grand Officers in Hampton then

returned to Saint John for the Official visit of the Supreme Queen of Daughters of the Nile.

July 22: Picnic at Sister Lynne Hatt GGCCM on Charters and Brother Allen Hatt PP.

July 29: School of Instruction for all Members at Frank H. Tingley #5.Aug. 3: Official Visit of Winston Churchill #19.Aug. 1: Official Visit of Devon #37.Aug. 15: Official Visit of Zetland #26.Aug. 17: Official Visit of Celestial #3.Aug.23 Official Visit of Unity #35.Sept.5: Official visit of Fidelity #36.Sept.6: Official Visit of Philip A. Jerguson #18.Sept.9: (Grand Family Exchange Maine in New Brunswick In Hampton.Sept. 12: Official visit of Victoria #1.Sept. 18:0fficiaI Visit of Lady Alexander #24.Sept.20: Official Visit of Miramichi #44.Sept.30: Grand Family Exchange New Brunswick in Maine in Ellsworth..Oct. 9: Official Visit of Frank H. Tingley # 5.Oct. 11: Official Visit of Granite #15.Oct. 12: Official Visit of Lord Beaverbrook #33.Oct. 16: Official Visit of St. Stephen #8.Oct.21: Reception for Sister Lynn Hatt GGCCM on Credentials Nov.3-4:

International weekend in Portland Me.Jan. 20: Installation of Potentate Doug Swan of Luxor Temple.Feb.2-3: OES Funspiel in Hampton.Feb.9-11: Can-Am in Montreal.Feb. 17: Shrine Curling in Woodstock.April attended 11 Installations of Officers of New Brunswick.

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Apr. 7: Installation of Queen Dianne McBride Daughter of the Nile.Apr. 14: Installation of Tuscan Chapter Bangor Me.Apr.21: Maine-Maritime Exchange in St. Stephen.Apr.28: Maritime Exchange in Hampton.May 11: Grand Lodge of New Brunswick.May14: Grand Chapter of Maine in Lewiston.May27: (hand Family and invited guests gathering.Oct4 & Nov 7_ The closing of Tobique Chapter #23.

By Law changesFrank H. Tingley #5 Fees, dues and Life or Honorary Membership Victoria #1 Change months of meeting from Jan. Feb. to July & Aug.

A. Ross MacLeodThere was no addendum to the report

The Distribution Report was presented by Laurie Bishop, PGP

DISTRIBUTION REPORTLaurie Bishop, Past Grand Patron

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter Committee members, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers all:

We the members of the Distribution Committee have examined the reports of the Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron and find them in order except for grammatical corrections that needed to be made.

We commend you both for sending in your reports.Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for the honour of serving on

this committee.Nancy Keirstead, PGMMarjorie Colton, PGM

Laurie Bishop, PGP, Chairman

It was moved by Laurie Bishop, PGP and seconded by Marjorie Colton, PGM, that the report be accepted as read. It was accepted.

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GRAND SECRETARY'S REPORTDoug Swan, Past Grand Patron, Grand Secretary

WGM, WGP, GGCCM, PGM, PGP, Sisters and Brothers all. It is hard to believe I am standing here giving my annual report as it seems just like last week, I was doing the same. Time really does go by fast. It has been a busy but memorable year. Between our concordant bodies, our church and our Upper River Valley Hospital, there are days I have to stop and think, am I going somewhere or am I just getting back.

To our WGM Sister Joyce and WGP brother Ross, you have had a busy year and I hope you have enjoyed your year as you travelled around our province and beyond. It will soon be your time to rest. You must be felling a sense of relief as you are nearing the end of your time serving as our WGM and WGP.

To our AGM and AGP, Sister Joyce and Brother Kevin. – soon you will be taking on a new responsibility as our WGM and WGP. I look forward to working with you next year and I know you will have a great year.

It seems a bit awkward this year not to be addressing the position as one of my 2 Lynda’s with a Y, so brother Don, Grand Treasurer, - I hope you don’ t mind if I address you as my other Lynda with a Y’s husband – old habits are heard to break – You have the same recipe for cooking our books that Lynda had – turned out perfect every time. You did a great job and I look forward to working with you this coming year.

To the elected officers. I wish you all the best this coming year and look forward to watching you grow as you move up the line.

To the appointed officers and assistants, it has been a great year for you and your commitment to your positions has not gone by unnoticed – what with all your travelling to official visits, exchanges and other events.

To Sister Barbara Greenlaw and Brother Darrell Munn. Congratulations on your nominations for election, and I wish you all the best as you start this new journey in your life.

To Sister Lynda Swan, PGM - Thank you for all that you do for me as Grand Secretary and as First Lady of Luxor Shriners. You have always found the time to be there when needed and I appreciate it very much. You do so much for me and for this Grand Chapter.

To the Chapter Secretaries – could you please rise? Thank you for all you do for your chapters and for me. A Chapter Secretary is a huge commitment because it usually is a lifetime commitment. You all do a great job and on behalf of all members, thank you.

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To Candace Duplisea, my assistant this year. Thank you for taking time off this year to do this job. You always do a fantastic job and I was pleased your boss allowed you the time away from work.

To Jean Kelly – once gain you have done a wonderful job chasing people last evening for copies of reports, delivering messages and for everything else you do for our Grand chapter.

To all New Brunswick members, I thank you for your continued confidence you have in me to be your Grand Secretary.

Our membership continues to decline this year and this year we are at 820 members in 14 Chapters. We have talked the talk on what to do about membership, but if we want to continue our beloved order, maybe it is time to take some serious action.

We need to be open to new ideas. There are too many barriers we set up or others create. We need to work positively with other concordant bodies, after all they are our pool we can fish from.

My report was distributed earlier. Does anyone have any questions? If no questions, I move the adoption of my report and that it be tabled pending the auditor’s report.

GENERAL FUND FOR THE GRAND SECRETARY

Lottie L. KyleESTARLSpecial AccountGeneral FundsTOTAL RECEIVED

2600.001594.85

78424.7412773.6895393.27

Transferred to the Grand Treasurer $95393.27

PETTY CASH FUNDJune 1, 2016 to May 31, 2017

Balance as of May 31, 2017Receipts:From Grand TreasurerTotal ReceiptsDisbursements:PhoneSuppliesPostageSafety Deposit Box

Balance as of May 31, 2018

1328.46

500.00135.36295.39161.14

239.73

1328.461568.19

1091.89476.30

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DISBURSEMENTS

Honourariums:Lynda Williams, Grand Treasurer Doug Swan, PGM, Grand SecretaryTravel Expenses: Joyce McInnes, WGM – Official VisitsMileage chapters closingRoss MacLeod, WGP – Official Visits Mileage PrintingProceedings 2016 – 2017Printing of Session BookletsDonations:MemorialsHazel Harris, PGMLeitha Holmes, PGMShriners Transportation – WGM Special ProjectAlzheimer’s NB - WGP Special ProjectLLKyle - WGP Special ProjectE.L.F. Scottish Rite Learning CentreMWGM -Helen Westmorland MWGP – Robert Penoyer JM & CW Hope Grant – Liability InsuranceDoug Swan, PGP – General ConvenorLottie L. Kyle ScholarshipsESTARL ScholarshipAssistant to Grand SecretarySupplies for Grand Secretary (US Funds)Petty Cash ReplacementGrand Chapter Meals – ComplimentaryJewels for PGM and PGPInt’l Headquarters Fund and per capitaPremium Awards- service pinsBlackSun – Website (2017-2018)BlackSun – Website (2018 – 2020) 2 yearRegistration expensesAccommodations MWGM and MWGPMail gift to MWGM

600.001,600.00

906.50282.50

1414.00

592.25524.29

30.0030.00

1721.001093.681093.671258.501218.50

100.00 US100.00 US

909.002000.002600.001594.85

150.00744.15

1328.46600.00

1575.001981.00

481.85235.60426.95

84.231030.63

57.51

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GRAND TREASURER'S REPORTDonald E Williams, Grand Treasurer

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, Distinguished East, Sister and Brothers all:

It is my privilege to submit my financial report for the year 2017 -2018.

Reflecting on this past year, as it now comes to a close, I find myself surprised at the amount of dedication and diligence of the members in our finance committees who work quietly behind the scenes to make this Grand Chapter flourish. It has been a privilege for me to serve this Grand Jurisdiction as your Grand Treasurer.

As directed in the CL&R, I have endeavoured to pay the warrants quickly upon receipt and send out all the quarterly reports in a timely manner. Surplus money has been promptly reinvested, taking advantage of special GIC rates and terms whenever available.

We have had a good year, with no problems to report. The increase in General Grand Chapter per capita rates and the weakening Canadian dollar have resulted in higher payments to General Grand Chapter and even higher dollar exchange rates.

As Sister Lynda stated in her report last year, the per capita wereceive from our subordinate chapters does cover our per capita to General Grand; however, revenue from other sources has fallen short, resulting in frequent reliance on investments to meet operational expenses and commitments. It is my recommendation that we ratify the fee increases proposed in last year’s notices of motion and to be presented this year.

Brother Doug and I have saved the Grand Chapter money wherever we can. In this effort, we have paid our website fees early this year, thus saving 10% over our usual costs.

I wish to thank our Finance and Audit committees for their advice and guidance. It has been a pleasure working with all of you. Special thanks to Sister Lynda, our previous Grand Treasurer who has been a tremendous source of help to resolve all my “Do I’s and Should I’s” throughout the year.

Brother Doug, I’ve always been amazed at all the things you do above and beyond what we have a right to expect of you. This year I have gained a greater respect for you and feel privileged to have worked with you this year. Grand Chapter is indeed fortunate to have you as their Grand Secretary.

Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce and Worthy Grand Patron,

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Brother Ross, it has been a great year and a joy just being part of your Grand Family. I hope that your year has been everything you hoped and wished it would be. My wish is for much success in your “Rainbows of Friendship” session and many fond memories in the years to come.

Sister Judy and Brother Kevin, your time to lead our Grand Chapter is quickly approaching and I wish you both a wonderful year filled with many blessings. I look forward to serving with you and being a part of your Grand Family.

Respectfully submitted, Brother Don Williams, PGP & Grand Treasurer

GRAND CHAPTER OF NEW BRINSWICKORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR

GRAND TREASURER'S FINANCIAL STATEMENTJune 1, 2017 - May 31, 2018

GENERAL ACCOUNTBalance

Balance Forward June 1, 2017 $ 5,818.18 RECEIPTS:Received from Gr. Secretary $ 12,773.68 Transfer from Special Account $ 9,000.00 Total Receipts: $ 21,773.68 $ 21,773.68 TOTAL RECEIPTS: $ 27,591.86 DISBURSEMENTS: Warrants 1 - 36Magee Jewelers - Refurbish Jewels (Linton-McInnes 2016-17) $ 1,575.50 KKP Design & Print - Session Booklets (Linton-McInnes 2016-17) $ 524.29 Black Sun, Inc - Website (2017-2018) $ 235.60

Doug Swan - Grand Secretary Honourarium $ 1,600.00 Lynda Williams - Grand Treasurer honourarium $ 600.00 Candace Duplisea - Session Assistant to Gr. Secretary $ 150.00 Fred. Motor Inn - MWGM & MWGP Room $ 1,030.63 Cindy Wilson - Mail gift from Gr. Chapter to MWGM $ 57.51 Lynda Williams - Grand Treasurer Supplies $ 56.70 Fred. Motor Inn - Main Banquet 20 Meals @ $30ea. $ 600.00 Registration Expenses - Brenda McGibbon $ 84.23

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JM & CW Hope Grant Ltd. - Grand Chapter Insurance $ 909.00 Grand Chapter of New Brunswick - Petty Cash $ 1,328.46 Doug Swan - Convener, GC Sessions Allotment $ 2,000.00 Premium Awards - 100 Service pins $ 481.85 KKP Design & Print (Proceedings Linton-McInnes) $ 592.25 Black Sun Inc. - 2 yr Web Host & Domain (2018-2020 ) $ 426.95 Bank Fees $ 61.10

$ 12,314.07 $ 2,314.07

GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER:

General Grand Chapter - Per Capita $1806 USGeneral Grand Chapter - International Hdqtrs $175 USSupplies (Dues Cards) $113.45 USGeneral Grand Chapter - Rituals $630.70 US

2,331.55 226.19 151.17 826.85 3,535.76

$ 3,535.76 MEMORIALS:Memorial - Leitha Holmes, PGMMemorial - Hazel Harris, PGM

$ 30.00 $ 30.00 60.00 $ 60.00

TRAVEL EXPENSES:

Robert McInnes - Mileage, Remembrance Chapter #30 ClosureJoyce McInnes - Mileage for Official VisitsRoss MacLeod - Mileage for Official Visits Joyce McInnes - Mileage, Tobique Chapter #23 Closure

52.50 906.50

1,414.00230.00 2,603.00

2,603.00

DONATIONS:Helen J. Westmoreland, MWGM - $100.00 USRobert Penoyer, MWGP - $100.00 USWGP Special Project - Alzheimer’s / $1093.67 (Recorded in LLK)WGM Special Project - Luxor Shriners of N.B.2016-2017 WGM Special Project > E. L. F.2016-2017 WGP Special Project > Scottish Rite Learning Center

135.94 135.94

1,093.68 1,721.00 1,258.50 1,218.50 5,563.56 5,563.56

TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS 24,076.39 :

3,515.47 BANK BALANCE MAY 31, 2018

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LOTTIE L. KYLE SCHOLARSHIP AND EDUCATIONAL FUNDBalance

Balance Forward June 1, 2017 $ 3,702.60

RECEIPTS:

Received from Gr. Secretary (for LLK) $ 2,600.00 Redeemed GIC - $7970.00 + Interest $ 8,053.69 Total Receipts: $ 10,653.69 $10,653.69

TOTAL RECEIPTS: $ 14,356.29

DISBURSEMENTS:

Purchase GIC$

7,300.00

Scholarship - Nicholas Samuel Duncan Per #3$

1,000.00

" - Jada Hawkins per #37$

500.00

" - Catherine Joudry per #5$

500.00

" - Emma Haley Kenmuir per #19$

500.00

" - Kelsey McVea per #18$

500.00

" - Brea Sears per #5$

500.00

" - Kirsten Kailey Silliker per #44$

500.00

" - Ethan Reginald Sutton per #24$

500.00

TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS:$

11,800.00 $11,800.00

BANK BALANCE MAY 31, 2018 $ 2,556.29

INVESTMENT: GIC # CIBC 00353-BBGICMatures Aug 16, 2018 $ 7,409.50

AVAILABLE FOR SCHOLARSHIPS 2018: $ 9,965.79

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ESTARL FUNDBalance

Balance Forward June 1, 2017 $ 1,378.45

RECEIPTS:Received from Gr. Secretary (for ESTARL) $ 1,594.85 Redeemed GIC - $5655.00 + Interest $ ,714.38

Total Receipts: $ 7,309.23 $ 7,309.23

TOTAL RECEIPTS: $ 8,687.68

DISBURSEMENTS:Purchase GIC $ 5,285.00 Scholarships - Kelly Hudson Lewis $ 1,500.00

" - Taylor McKenzie Craig $ 500.00 " - Peter Daniel Paul Fawcett $ 500.00

TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS: $7,785.00 $ 7,785.00

BANK BALANCE MAY 31, 2018 $ 902.68

INVESTMENT: GIC # CIBC 00361-BBGIC Matures Aug 16, 2018 $ 5,364.28

AVAILABLE FOR SCHOLARSHIPS 2018: $ 6,266.96

SPECIAL ACCOUNTBalance Forward June 1, 2017 $ 3,934.86 RECEIPTS:

Received from Gr. Secretary - Receipt #1 / Special) $ 19,291.73Received from Gr. Secretary - Receipt #3 /Special) $ 38,423.01Received from Gr. Secretary - Receipt #4/Special $ 20,710.00Total Receipts: $78,424.74 $78,424.74

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TOTAL RECEIPTS: $ 82,359.60 DISBURSEMENTS:

Purchase SPECIAL GIC #1 - 12 mo. @ 1.5% Purchase Special GIC #2 - 12mo. @ 1.7%Purchase Special GIC #3 - 18 mo. @ 2.0%Purchase Special GIC #4 - 18mo. @ 2.0% Transfer to General Acct

13,000.00$ 25,000.00$ 13,000.00$ 15,000.00$ 9,000.00

TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS: $ 75,000.00 $ 75,000.00 BANK BALANCE MAY 31, 2018 $ 7,359.60

INVESTMENTSINVESTMENTS:

SPECIAL #1 GIC @ 1.5% Matures 14 Aug 2018 CIBC00302-BBGIC $13,000.00 SPECIAL #2 GIC @ 1.7% @ 12mo. Matures 28 Sep 2018 CIBC00388-BBGIC $25,000.00 SPECIAL #3 GIC @ 1.8% @ 18mo. Matures 19 Mar 2019 CIBC00396-BBGIC $13,000.00 SPECIAL #4 GIC @ 2.0% @18mo. Matures 21 Aug 2019 CIBC00418-BBGIC $15,000.00

$6,000.00 INVESTMENT COUNCIL:

TD Special Offer GIC #26 Matures Oct. 01, 2019 TD $27,094.18 TD Special Offer GIC #30 Matures Dec. 24, 2019 TD $29,890.61

$56,984.79 OTHER INVESTMENTS:

LLK GIC #2 $7300.00 @ 1.5% Matures 16 Aug, 2018 CIBC00353-BBGIC $ 7,409.50 ESTARL GIC #2 $5285 @ 1.5% Matures 16 Aug, 2018 CIBC00361-BBGIC $ 5,364.28

Total Net Assets as of May 31, 2018 (GICs only increase at maturity) $143,118.17

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AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORTJune 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers.

We, your Audit Committee, have reviewed the Books of the Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer, and find them to be in order. We thank these Officers for their diligence in Looking out for the financial stability of our Grand Chapter.

Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for the privilege of working on this Committee for you.

During your year.Fraternally,Brenda J Saunders, ChairEbby Kuhn, PGPE. Jean Duncan, PGM

Brenda J Saunders, PGM moved and seconded by Ebby Kuhn, PGP, that the Grand Secretary's and Grand Treasurer's Reports be lifted fromthe table and accepted as read. Motion carried.

The alarm rang at the magazine table. The winner of the prize was Brenda J. Saunders, PGM.

FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTCarol Sutherland, Past Grand Matron

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Sisters and Brothers.We the Finance Committee present this report for the year June 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018.

Warrants numbering #1 to # 36 were presented to us and approved for payment. All warrants and applicable bills were sent by email to all Committee members and later followed by paperdocuments for signatures. This allowed for speedy handling of all bills and allowing the Treasurer to pay our bills promptly. We had questions in regards to the way some internal funds were transferred to specific account totals. After some discussion with the Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer a consensus was reached, and warrants signed.

The dollar value of all warrants approved was $ 32,108.96, this is $4,472.35 decrease compared to last year's total. Of the total expenses $ 882.49 was US exchange.

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The mandate of the Finance Committee is to insure the properties of Grand Chapter to the value of $5000.00. We were unable to determine the value of the insurance only that a premium was paid for Grand Chapter insurance in the amount of $ 909.00.

Our mandate also dictates typed copies of the Finance Committee report shall be printed and distributed to the members at registration at each Grand Chapter Session. This has been done this year. We, however, recommend removing this part of ARTICLE IV DUTIES OF COMMITTEES, Section 8. Finance (c) from the Laws and Regulations. The information provided by this section is all part of the Treasurer's Report and is a duplicate of information and therefore an unnecessary printing expense.

Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for allowing us to serve this Grand Chapter as members of the Finance Committee.

Respectfully Submitted,Robert McInnes, PGPAnn Morton, PGMCarol Sutherland, PGM, Chairperson

It was moved by Carol Sutherland PGM and seconded by Ann Morton, PGM, that the report be accepted as read. Report was accepted as read.

Norma Caswell played the music that was written for the Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Paton by Norma Caswell. Copies of the music are available for sale with proceeds to ESTARL.

INVESTMENT COUNCIL REPORTDonna McEwen, Past Grand Matron

Norma Jean Belyea, Past Grand MatronTo the Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, all

Distinguished Guests and Members of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick, Order of the Eastern Star.

There was very little action required of your Investment Council this past year. Two investments matured on August 22nd and another on December 24th, 2017, in the total amount of $78,424.74. These were redeemed and the monies were sent to the Grand Secretary fordeposit into the Special Account, as recorded in the Grand Treasurer’s report.

There are still two investments (both Guaranteed Investment Certificates) as follows:

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Certificate No. 26 maturing October 1st, 2019 $26,780.00Certificate No. 30 maturing December 24th, 2019 $20,648.36

Total of principal invested $47,428.36There will be no activity required of this Investment Council until the Grand Chapter year 2019-2020.

Respectfully submitted,Donna McEwen, PGMNorma Jean Belyea, PGM

It was moved by, Norma Jean Belyea, PGM and seconded by Donna McEwen, PGM that the report be accepted as read. Motion carried.

WGM and WGP SPECIAL PROJECTS REPORTLynda Williams, Associate Grand Conductress

Donald Williams, Past Grand Patron, Grand Treasurer

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers:

During this Grand Chapter year, our WGM, Sister Joyce had the Luxor Transportation Fund as her Special Project and our WGP, Brother Ross chose the Alzheimer’s Society and Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship & Educational Fund.

Through the ongoing generosity of our chapters, individual members, personal donations, chapter projects and the sale of Barney the Owl and Daisy the Cow pins, as well as ticket sales on a quilt and an afghan, we are pleased to report that $1721.00 was raised for Sis. Joyce’s project and $2187.35 was realized for Brother Ross’s projects of which $1093.68 will go to Alzheimer’s and $1093.67 will go to the Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship Fund. They are to be commended and can be proud of their accomplishment.

We would like to thank Sister Joyce and Brother Ross for the privilege of looking after their project funds during their year.

Respectfully submitted,It was moved by Lynda Williams, Associate Grand Conductress and seconded by Laurie Bishop that the report be acceptedDonald Williams, PGP, Grand Treasurer

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Announcements:

The Past Grand's Luncheon will be held at 12:15 in Salons A & B.

Remember the "Pot of Gold" Banquet this evening at 6:00 p.m. in Salons A, B & C with entertainment to follow.

Don’t forget about our second-hand store.

Norma Caswell has her march for sale.

There are vendors in the lobby as well as our Grand Representative table.

Drill Team practice after Sessions this afternoon.

The Grand Marshal called the Friday morning sessions from labour to refreshment to reconvene at 2:00 PM sharp.

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FRIDAY AFTERNOON JULY 6, 2018 - 2:00 P.M

The Friday Afternoon Session was preceded by a musical prelude by the Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, and the Assistant Grand Organists, Jean Flewelling and Helen Humphreys. The Pages, Guards and Assistants assumed their stations.

The call to Order was given by Nancy Keirstead, Past Grand Matron and Laurie Bishop, Past Grand Patron.

Nancy Keirstead, Past Grand MatronGood Afternoon Sisters and Brothers. It is an honour and a

privilege to greet you all this afternoon with my own P.G.P. Bro. Laurie Bishop. It’s been four years since our Let’s Have a Ceileigh Grand Chapter Sessions, but it seems like yesterday!

I extend a warm welcome to our distinguished guests and Sisters and Brothers from other Grand Jurisdictions as well as our own New Brunswick members. I hope you are enjoying yourselves and will have happy memories of your visit.

Brother Laurie, it’s nice to preside with you again. May we hear from you at this time.

Laurie Bishop, Past Grand PatronCiad Mile failce (100,000 welcomes) Sisters and Brothers. It is also

my honour and privilege to greet you all this afternoon with my own P.G.M. Sister Nancy Keirstead. The last four years have flown by so quickly since our “Let’s Have a Ceileigh” Grand Chapter Sessions where I was sharing the load (in a great way) and always saying “yes dear” to Sister Nancy. At times it does feel like yesterday that we were enjoying the opening of our “Let’s Have a Ceileigh” Grand Chapter Sessions .

I extend a very warm welcome to our distinguished guests, Sisters and Brothers from other Grand Jurisdictions as well as our own New Brunswick members. I hope you take time to renew acquaintances as well as make new friends so that you can create lots of great and happy memories during these Grand Chapter sessions.

Sister Nancy, it always was and continues to be great to be able to preside with you again. Please continue with your remarks.

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The Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and other Grand Officers entered the Grand Chapter Room.

The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were presented west of the Altar for introduction.

Nancy Keirstead, Past Grand MatronSister Joyce McInnis, Worthy Grand Matron, I’m so pleased to

welcome you to your Friday afternoon Rainbows of Friendship Grand Chapter session. You and I have been friends since we met during my year as Associate Grand Conductress. You and the members of Lord Beaverbrook Chapter have always been welcoming and encouraging to me. You and Brother Robert McInnes, PGP were very supportive during our year as Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron. I think you liked our Celtic theme!

Your kind, friendly way and fantastic organizational skills have shown in your successful year as Worthy Grand Matron. One might say you have the wisdom of the owl!

But all kidding aside, you and Brother Ross have had a fantastic year and I know you must have many wonderful memories to hold dear. You have represented the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick very well and we thank you for your service.

Brother Ross, even before I met you, I knew you as the life of the party at the Funspiels you attended.

Your great sense of humour has made you a welcome guest as you travelled to the various chapters and Grand Jurisdictions as our Worthy Grand Patron.

May the friendships increase as you both continue with the remainder of your Rainbows of Friendships sessions.

Brother Laurie, please add your remarks.

Laurie Bishop, Past Grand PatronSister Joyce McInnis, Worthy Grand Matron, it is so great to

welcome you to your Friday afternoon Rainbows of Friendship Grand Chapter session. You and I became such good friends and hit it off right from the start since we met each other. You and the members of Lord Beaverbrook Chapter have always been welcoming and encouraging to me also. You and Brother Robert McInnes, PGP were very supportive during our year as your Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron. Being from Scotland helped as I know you loved our Celtic theme which made our visit that much more special with the program you provided for Sister Nancy & I and will always hold a special place in

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our hearts.You and Brother Ross have had a great year and I suspect the two

of you must have many wonderful memories to hold near and dear to your hearts. You have represented the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick very well and we thank you for your service.

Brother Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand Patron, “Why did the farmer put brandy in the cow’s food? He wanted to raise stewed beef!”. We have known each other in some of the concordant bodies for some time now. You have brought many smiles and giggles to the Sisters and Brothers during your travels over the last 3 years.

I know your sense of humour will continue as you join the back of the PGP bus and hopefully continue to travel the Star trail as much as your schedule allows as you can tell it gives you so much joy to socialize with the Sisters and Brothers of our Grand Jurisdiction and beyond our borders.

I wish for you to have a prosperous and happy Grand Chapter for the remainder of your “Rainbows of Friendships” sessions.

May the road rise to meet you,May the wind be always at your back,

May the sun shine warm upon your face,The rains fall soft upon your fields and,

May your friendships increase and grow,As God holds you in the palm of His hand

The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were escorted to the East and extended the Grand Honours. Sister Nancypresented Sister Joyce with her gavel. The Grand Officers assumed their Stations.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronSister Nancy and Brother Laurie, thank you for opening our Friday Afternoon “Rainbows of Friendship” Session. I really enjoyed your year as it felt like a wee bit of Scotland was always present with the Scotty dogs and Laurie’s Highland outfit. Sister Nancy please accept this gift as a token of our appreciation.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand Patron:Thank you, Sister Nancy and Brother Laurie, for opening this

afternoon session of “Rainbows of Friendship.”

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Sister Nancy, the first visit that you made to St. Stephen Chapter “that I can remember.” You were so willing to help our WM and sat in the chair of Esther. Brother Laurie thank you for taking time to open this Session, I know you are very busy with Masonic work, and your mind is now on being a Great Granddad.

Brother Laurie please accept this gift of appreciation.

The Invocation was given by Marjorie Colton, PGM.

INVOCATIONMarjorie Colton, Past Grand Matron

Let us pray:Our heavenly Father, on this beautiful day it is appropriate that we

pause to express our appreciation for the blessings and guidance you have bestowed upon our Order, the Leaders, present and past. We would also ask thy blessings upon each member present, each chapter and each Grand Jurisdiction. Thy special blessing on those who are unable to attend, give strength to those who are ill and comfort those in sadness.

We thank thee for all the Sisters and Brothers who have been called to a higher service, especially those whom we will remember at this afternoons Memorial Service.

Direct our footsteps in ways of pleasantness and paths of peace and grant us the strength and courage to follow thy Teachings.

May love, loyalty and friendship be with us all in all that we do.This we ask in thy Holy name. Amen.

A beautiful song entitled, “Surely the Presence”, was rendered by the Lynda Swan, PGM of New Brunswick. Sister Joyce, WGM, thanked her for the beautiful message in song and for sharing her talent.

WELCOMES

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand Matron:Good Afternoon Sisters and Brothers, I hope you had a good lunch, welcome to this Friday afternoon session as we prepare to continue the business before us.

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Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronSisters and Brothers, welcome back. Following the committee reports we will conclude with our Friday Afternoon Memorial Service, a time to honor those members who have been called to Eternal Rest.

Introductions:

Past Grand Matron of New BrunswickNancy Keirstead

Grand Representatives of other jurisdictions in New BrunswickLorraine Fullarton – QuebecMichael McGee – Michigan

Worthy Matrons 2018-2019Carol Magee, Philip A. Jerguson # 18

Worthy Patron 2018-2019Robert Keirstead, Winston Churchill #19

The minutes of the Friday morning session were read. It was moved by Doug Swan, PGP, Grand Secretary and seconded by Allan Gillis, GGCCM, that the minutes be accepted as read. They were approved.

Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce, invited Sister Peggy South, Past Grand Matron of Ontario to address the Grand Chapter.

Peggy South, Past Grand Matron of OntarioProvincial borders separate our membership and we belong to

different Grand Chapters, but Eastern Star friendships have no borders or rules when it comes to our promise to love one another.

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers, I am very pleased to be here today, and I thank you, Sister Joyce and Brother Ross for giving me the opportunity to speak to your members.

In 2009-2010, when I was the Worthy Grand Matron of Ontario, our year was entitled “In the Spirit of Friendship”. Our emblem was the Claddagh.

The Claddagh is an Irish design of two hands holding a crowned heart and symbolizes friendship, loyalty and love. I doubt that a better symbol for our Order exists.

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I think it is appropriate to mention it as Robert and I have never attended one of your Grand Chapter Sessions before and we are hoping to make many new friends while we are here.

During our special year, we endeavoured to promote peace and love in our Order through friendship and laughter. I believe we were successful.

My list of friends has grown to the point that while I may recognize faces, names might escape me. This is partly due to the aging process but mainly to the fact that the number of friendships I have accumulated is overwhelming.

The Order of the Eastern Star plays a huge part in my life. The friendships I have made over the past 38 years are imprinted on my heart.

Perhaps at another time I will tell you how I became a member of Star but for now I will just state that my mother-in-law had been a member for many years but couldn’t understand why we were willing to spend so much time and money travelling the Eastern Star road.

Friends, that’s the reason, friends.Look around the room. Would you know any of these wonderful

people if you hadn’t become a member?For most of us, life is great right now. But what about the day

when things aren’t so great? Who can you count on for any, and I mean any, kind of support besides your Sisters and Brothers bound infriendship through Star?

If there is one relationship to help us through all others, it is friendship.

Life gives us friends, so we can share the precious times and memorable moments. With friends our lives are made full, rich and blessed as illustrated in the story I am about to tell you.

There were two horses in a field. From a distance, everything looks completely ordinary; you would never guess that there was anything wrong.

But if you took the time to really look at these two majestic animals, you’d realize that it wasn’t ordinary at all.

If you’d look into the eyes of the bigger horse, it would become obvious that he was completely blind. His caring owner had made the decision not to put him down, but instead had made a good home for him in the pastures.

If you stood nearby and listened, you’d hear the tinkling of a bell. It comes from the smaller horse in the field - the bell is attached to its harness. This allows the blind horse to know where the other one is, so

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he can follow.And if you watch the two friends for a while, you’ll notice that the

one with the bell is always checking on the blind one, and the blind horse listens for the bell, and then slowly and carefully makes his way over to the sound. He trusts the other not to lead him astray.

When the horse with the bell returns to the shelter of the barn at night, he stops occasionally and turns his head to make sure the other horse is following, making sure he isn’t too far behind. Life is strange, isn’t it?

Sometimes we are the helpless blind horse being guided by the ringing bells.

Other times we are like the guide-horse, helping others find the way home.

All you have to do is listen for his or her bell.It is difficult to return in kind, the friendship and hospitality

extended to us. I will be forever grateful, especially to Sister Faye and Brother Ron Oakley as we worked together on the General Grand Chapter Membership Committee together.

We are grateful for all the warmth and friendliness extended to us during our short stay in this beautiful province of New Brunswick.

As the saying goes, “There are no strangers here; only friends you haven’t yet met”.

The alphabet begins with ABC, numbers begin with 123, music begins with do-re-mi and friendship begins with you and me.

Thanks for everything, especially the memories.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronAt this time in our Grand Chapter Sessions, we pause to pay tribute

to the memory of our Sisters and Brothers who have departed from us. We will have the Report of the Grand Chaplain.

GRAND CHAPLAIN’S REPORTEdgar Cove, Grand Chaplain

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers:

It is with sadness and regret that we mourn the loss of 42 members in the Grand Jurisdiction of New Brunswick from July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018. Three of these were from Chapters that had previously closed. Cards of sympathy were sent to the Subordinate Chapters on behalf of the Grand Chapter.

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It is also with sadness that we mourned the loss of Past Grand Matrons Sister Leitha Holmes and Sister Hazel Harris. Fraternal love and sympathy was extended to their families.

I apologize to those chapters who did not receive a card of remembrance from Grand Chapter upon the passing of a Sister or Brother as there was a problem with receipt of email notifications from the Grand Secretary. Apparently, they were being received by a lady in Italy.

In other jurisdictions we were saddened by the loss of members:Past Grand Matrons — 40Past Grand Patrons — 33Past Grand Matron, Grand Secretary Emeritus — 1Right Worthy Grand Secretary — 1 Worthy Grand Martha — 1Past Most Worthy Grand Matron (NJ) — 1Past Grand Patron, Grand Trustee — 1Right Worthy Grand Treasurer Emeritus - 1

Victoria #1 - 1Celestial #3 - 3Frank H. Tingley #5 - 4St. Stephen #8 - 3Granite #15 -3 Philip A. Jerguson #18 Lady Alexander #24

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Zetland #26 - 1Lord Beaverbrook #33 - 5Unity 35 - 3Fidelity #36 - 2Miramichi #44 - 4Former member Saint John - 1Former member Electa - 1Former member Prince Charles -1 Former member Tobique -1

- 43Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron, for

the privilege of serving as your Grand Chaplain and for the honour bestowed upon Zetland Chapter No. 26.

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Edgar Cove, Grand Chaplain, moved the acceptance of his report. It was accepted as read.

The following memorial was read:Hazel Harris, PGM read by Audrey Sypher, PGMLeitha Holmes, PGM – read by Ronald Jagoe, PGP

HAZEL HARRISWORTHY GRAND MATRON

1993 - 1994

Hazel Harris, Past Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick, passed away on March 17, 2018 in her 92nd year. She was predeceased by her husband Chesley Harris. She is survived by two daughters, one son, five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Sister Hazel was a member of Lady Alexander Chapter #24 in Campbellton, NB. She was a former member of Bathurst Chapter #22 in Bathurst, NB, where she served in several offices and that of Worthy Matron, but was the Chapter Secretary for several years, prior to itsclosing. She served the Grand Chapter as Worthy Grand Matron in the “Rainbow of Trust and Love” Grand Chapter Session along with Rupert Sypher as her Worthy Grand Patron. She was the Secretary / Treasurer of the Past Grand Association of the Grand Chapter for several years.She was a member of First United Church in Bathurst, serving in their United Church Woman’s group, and worked as a registered nurse until her retirement.

An Eastern Star service was held on Friday March 23, 2018, by members of Lady Alexander Chapter #24.

Those we love must some day passBeyond our present sight

To leave us, and the world we knowWithout their radiant light.

But we know that, like a candleTheir loving light will shine

To brighten up another placeMore perfect, more divine

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LEITHA HOLMESWORTHY GRAND MATRON

2002 - 2003

Leitha (Murchison) Holmes, of Four Falls, NB, passed away at Hotel-Dieu of St. Joseph Hospital, Perth-Andover on Thursday, January 11, 2018. Born in 1934 in Four Falls, NB, she was the daughter of the late Wilmot Earl and Mary Olive (Hartt) Murchison.

Leitha is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Joseph, her children, Joseph Jr. (Kym) Holmes of Edmonton, AB, David (Marilyn) Holmes of Maplehurst, NB, Richard (Michele) Holmes of Kelowna, BC, Peter (Susan) Holmes of Edmonton, AB, Paul Holmes of Moncton, NB, Anna Marie Holmes of Four Falls, NB, Margaret Ann Holmes of Saint John, NB and Danny (Amanda) Holmes of Moncton, NB, 17 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 2 brothers, a sister and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her much loved 4-leggedbaby Princess. Leitha was a member of the Eastern Star and served as Worthy Matron of Electa Chapter # 9 in Perth Andover, NB several times and was also a member of Victoria Chapter #1 in Woodstock, NB. She served as Worthy Grand Matron for the province of NB from 2002-2003, sharing the year with Brother Ronald Jagoe, PGP, in the “Celebration of God’s Blessings” Session. Presently a member of Victoria Chapter # 1. She often spoke of her star trails and the many friends she made along the way. Throughout her life she stayed true to her faith, prayer being a constant in her daily life.

An Eastern Star service was held on Sunday January 14, with members of Victoria Chapter No. 1 performing the service. Funeralservice was held on Monday, January 15th at 2 p.m. at the Trinity Anglican Church, Perth-Andover and Father Stephen Harnish officiated.

God looked around His garden, and found an empty spaceThen He looked down upon His earth, and saw your tired face

He put His arms around you, and lifted you to restGod’s garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best

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NECROLOGY COMMITTEE REPORT2016-2017

Report of Necrology was given by Ruth Saunders, PM, assisted by SisterJean Kelly, PM. and Connie MacPherson. The names of those departed members were read:

NECROLOGY REPORTApril 1, 2017 – March 31, 2018

CHAPTER MEMBERVictoria #1 Leitha Holmes, PGMCelestial #3 Helen Ball

Leta FowlerMuriel Phillips

Frank H. Tingley #5 Doreen FraserMarion GallagherGeorge HoltonMuriel Taylor

St. Stephen #8 Katherine JohnsonPatricia Getchell

Granite #15 Louise Audrey CalderFrances L. HattHazel Justason

Philip A. Jerguson #18 Roy CarsonBertha JonesRuth KristoffersenArnold McAllisterKathryn McAllisterMarjorie Murray

Winston Churchill #19 -Lady Alexander #24 Elizabeth Barron

Emma DawsonVella FelixHazel Harris, PGM

Zetland #26 -Lord Beaverbrook #33 Mary Kellier

Harriett PerryAulay Sample

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Unity #35 Leona JamesAnn MacLeanOrville Mason

Fidelity #36 Elizabeth BarronRalph Mark

Devon #37 -Miramichi #44 Margaret Adams

Mary BaldwinMavis CooperMargaret Stymiest

Former member of Electa Chapter Shirley WebsterFormer member of Tobique Chapter Doris Reed

MEMORIAL SERVICEA beautiful Memorial Service was carried out by the members of

Lord Beaverbrook Chapter No. 33. A Memorial Service is an expression of gratitude, a tribute to the

memory of those whose faithful service entitles them to a place in the affection of those for whom and with whom they labored. They have passed into the fullness of immortal life and now abide in the care of our Heavenly Father, and our Faithful Friend Forever. They dwell in that beautiful home beyond the rainbow's end. We come in loving sympathy for the loved ones left behind, with faith and hope in all our tomorrows In Sympathy our hearts are joined in remembrance of scared ties now severed and of cherished memories. In Faith we are assured that if our earthly house is dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. In Hope we recall the words of Jesus. "In my house are many mansions, if it were not so I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. I will come again and receive you unto myself, that where I am there you may be also.

The Choir sang “Will There Be Any Stars” .

The emblems and symbols of our Order teach us many useful and impressive lessons. They come to us today with Increased meaning.The true and lasting values of life become more cherished in the face of death.

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ADAHBlue symbolizes Fidelity and is appropriate to Jephthah's

daughter, who, in the morning of life, surrendered to the grave the brightest of earthly hopes, that she might be faithful to her convictions of right and preserve her father's honor. As a token of faithfulness to the memory of our departed members she raises her blue flowers as a tribute of faithful love.

RUTHYellow symbolizes Constancy, teaching faithful obedience to the

demands of honor and justice Ruth exemplified these virtues in humble station and sought the society of good and true. In token of these virtues, she raises her yellow flowers as a tribute of steadfast constancy.

ESTHERWhite symbolizes Light and Purity. The heroic Queen Esther

evinced the purity of her motive and love of kindred and friends by her willingness to risk the loss of crown and life to save her people from death. In token of sincere affection for our departed members she raises her white flowers as a tribute of light and purity.

MARTHAGreen is an emblem of nature's life and beauty. The evergreen is

a symbol of Immortal Life and teaches us that in the economy of God, there is no death, forms change but the spirit survives,Martha, beside the grave of her beloved brother, vowed her trustful faith and hope of immortal life. In the full assurance of our departed members entrance upon a glorious immortality. She raises her green flowers and evergreen as a tribute of trustful faith.

ELECTARed symbolizes Fervency and Zeal. Electa represents those who

have been pre-eminent in charity and heroic in endurance of the wrongs of persecution. In token of the fervency of our affection for our departed loved ones, She raises her flowers of red as a tribute of love.

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We say goodbye with fond memories for our Sisters and Brothers bright spirit we have known. God shared them with us for a time; and now claims them for his own.

We've given our Father other Angels to add to His great fold. Now to reside in the mansion of many rooms His Son on earth foretold.

If you love something, you have to let it go and put your trust in God's love. That he will take care of what's precious to you until you meet again up above.

We cannot name the time and place He calls dear friends away. We can only trust His promise that we'll meet again someday.

Our Angels here on earth now sings with Angels above. The voices that brought us joy down here rejoice in God's love.

We who were blessed to know them will miss their precious smiles. We thank God for sharing them with us If only for awhile.

Our grief must be tempered by trust in God's love. Secure in the knowledge they now dwell above.

Our love and prayers went with them as they made that long journey home: and family and friends already in Heaven made sure they are not alone.

Our Father in heaven has promised a place when he calls us away. We have sent them to His side and for their peace we pray.

The choir sang “Beyond the Sunset”.

The Altar was draped in loving memory of our departed members.

The Closing Ode, “Go Now In Peace” was sung and the Grand Marshal, proclaimed these sessions called from labour to rest to reconvene on Saturday Morning, July 7th 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

2017 – 2018

“TThhoossee wwee lloovvee ddoonn''tt ggoo aawwaayy,, TThheeyy wwaallkk bbeessiiddee uuss eevveerryy ddaayy,,

UUnnsseeeenn,, uunnhheeaarrdd,, bbuutt aallwwaayyss nneeaarr,, SSttiillll lloovveedd,, ssttiillll mmiisssseedd aanndd vveerryy ddeeaarr

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SATURDAY MORNING - July 7, 2018 - 8:45 AM

The Saturday Morning Session was preceded by a musical prelude given by the Grand Organist Norma Caswell, and Assistants to the Grand Organist, Jean Flewelling and Helen Humphreys.

The Grand Choir sang “Just As I Am”.

Saturday Morning SessionLynda Swan, Past Grand Matron and

Doug Swan, Past Grand Patron

Lynda Swan, Past Grand MatronGood Morning Sisters and Brothers. Welcome to this Saturday

morning "Rainbows of Friendship" session. It is a pleasure to open this session with PGP and Grand Secretary, Bro. Doug Swan. After 36 years in this organization, we are finally on the Grand Chapter stage at the same time.

I trust you have all had a good night's rest and are ready to conduct the business of this Grand Chapter. Today is a very important day for this Grand Chapter as we elect the future leaders of this organization. We will also be conducting important business which will affect us all and remember your obligation as we vote on issues that will affect the future of this Grand Chapter.

A special welcome to all distinguished guests and visitors. We hope that you will enjoy your time with us and want to come back to enjoy our New Brunswick hospitality.

Bro. Doug, may we hear your words of welcome at this time.

Doug Swan, Past Grand PatronGood morning Sisters and Brothers. It is great to see so many

smiling faces this early in the morning. Welcome to this the final day of this Grand Chapter Session. One great advantage of opening a session is being able to extend a warm welcome to our sisters and brothers from around our province and beyond.

Today we select our new body of officers to govern us. May peace and harmony prevail as we legislate for the good of our Order.

It is indeed a rare pleasure to be opening this session with my wife, Sister Lynda.

The Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and Grand Officers were invited in to the Chapter Room.

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The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were presented west of the Altar.

Lynda Swan, Past Grand MatronGood Morning WGM, Sister Joyce and WGP, Brother Ross. You

have travelled many kilometers this year and served our Grand Chapter well.

Sister Joyce, I have known you quite a few years now in both Eastern Star and Daughters of the Nile and it has been a pleasure to get to know you better. I know that this year has been a busy one, but soon you will be able to pack up your car and head home for some rest.

Brother Ross, we go way back about 35 years as we were both members in St. Stephen Chapter. When you asked me if I thought you should let your name stand for Grand Sentinel, I had no doubt that, if elected, you would be very dedicated to your offices. I don't know if Sister Vicki knew what she was getting into, but she has been right there by your side as you took this journey. We know that we will still see you on the Star Trail and hope that you can sit on your deck and watch the world go by.

Sister Joyce and Brother Ross, I wish for you both good health and happiness in the years ahead.

Thank you for the opportunity to share the East with my husband, Brother Doug.

Doug Swan, Past Grand PatronGood morning, Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and

Grand Officers. We hope you have fond memories of your special year together as a Grand Family.

Sister Joyce, I hope you have enjoyed your year as Worthy Matron. The memories you have created this year will last you a lifetime. I can see a difference in you in just 2 days. Joyce and I had a pact that if something did not go as planned or if anyone asked why we did not do things a certain way, our answer will be that we talked about that but decided not to do it this year. So, I would dare say it is all unfolding as planned or at least that is what we are telling everyone – right and I hope you have enjoyed your session.

Brother Ross, I have known you and Vicki for several years. Although life / work prevented you from venturing off the farm very often, you were always at Lodge and Star meetings very faithfully.

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Your dedication has continued all these years as you ventured from Grand Sentinel to Worthy Grand Patron. I know in our Chapter our Worthy Matron was hesitant to start our meals on time as she said, well Ross and Vicki are not here yet – they usually come.

I wish for you both as you complete your duties and pass the gavel and responsibilities on to your successors, that you have pleasant memories and many friendships that will last a lifetime.

Thank you, Worthy Grand Matron, for the honour of opening this Saturday am session and the rare opportunity of sharing the East withmy wife, Sister Lynda.

The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were escorted to the East and were extended the Grand Honours.

Sister Lynda presented Sister Joyce with her gavel.

The Grand Officers assumed their stations.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronSister Lynda and Brother Doug, thank you for opening our Saturday

morning “Rainbow’s of Friendship” Session. Sister Lynda, it wasn’t too long ago you were standing here and I was your Grand Conductress, you had such a wonderful year and I am so pleased to have been part of the “Soaring on the Wings of Faith and Harmony” Grand Family and it is wonderful to be standing here beside you today on this occasion. Brother Doug you and I have got to know each other probably more this year than any other. I want you to know how much I appreciate your patience and determination to keep the ball rolling as we prepared for these sessions, thank you. Sister Lynda please accept this gift as a token of our appreciation.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronThank you, Sister Lynda and Brother Doug, for opening this

morning Session of “Rainbows of Friendship.”Sister Lynda and Brother Doug as you both are from the Southern

part of New Brunswick in your younger years and not too far from where I was raised. You moved to Woodstock for work, but your younger years have never left my part of New Brunswick.

Brother Doug, please accept this small gift of appreciation.

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Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronGood Morning Sisters and Brothers. I hope you enjoyed the Pot of

Gold Banquet and entertainment last evening, and you got plenty of rest to take on the day ahead as we choose future leaders of our Grand Chapter and complete this Rainbow’s of Friendship Grand Sessions.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronGood Morning, Sisters and Brothers, welcome to our Saturday

morning session. The WGM and I encourage you to participate in the discussions and remind you to please use the nearest microphone to you and to state your name and title, Chapter name and number before addressing the Grand Chapter, Thank You.

The Invocation was given by Ann Lister, PGM.

INVOCATIONAnn Lister, Past Grand Matron

Let us bow our heads in prayer.Gracious and loving God, we come before You on this, the final day

of the “Rainbows Of Friendship” Grand Chapter Session to thank you for all the blessings that have been bestowed upon us this past year and during the Grand Chapter Session.

We thank you for safely guiding our Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and their Grand Family during their year of service to our Grand Chapter.

May good will and harmony prevail during nay deliberations that may come before the Grand Chapter on this day.

This evening, a new Grand Family will be installed. May their year be blessed with good health and safe travels as they perform their duties.

And finally, may all who have attended this Grand Chapter Session return safely tot heir homes.

In Jesus name, we pray. Amen.

The opening Ode “Open My Eyes” was sung.Eleanor Linton, PGM sang ”Gift of Love”. Sister Joyce, Worthy

Grand Matron, thanked Sister Eleanor for the lovely music. She thanked her for looking after the choir for the session.

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PRESENTATION OF GUESTS NOT PREVIOUSLY INTRODUCED

Worthy Grand Patron of other Grand Jurisdictions:Bro. Stephen E. Donahue of Massachusetts

Past Grand Matron of other Grand Jurisdictions:Joan Atkinson of Massachusetts

Grand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in New BrunswickGeoffrey Hutchin - ConnecticutSusan Geneau – NebraskaMartha Evans – New HampshireTeresa Monk – The State of New YorkReg Murray – Nova Scotia/Prince Edward Island

Grand Representatives of New Brunswick in Other Grand Jurisdictions:Tracy Carpenter in New Hampshire

The minutes of the Friday afternoon session were read. It was moved by Doug Swan, PGP, that the minutes be accepted. Motion carried.

Beverley Lyons, PM, presented the second report of the Credential Committee.

SECOND REPORT OF CREDENTIAL COMMITTEE

Grand Officers of New Brunswick 16

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 0

General Grand Chapter Committee Members and Ambassadors 7

Worthy Grand Matrons & Worthy Grand Patrons 6

Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick 34

Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions 21

Elected Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 1

Appointed Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 2

General Grand Chapter Special Appointments 1Grand Officers Emeritus 0

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Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in New Brunswick 19

Grand Representative of New Brunswick in other Grand Jurisdictions 10 Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in other Grand Jurisdictions 5

Special Appointments of the MWGM &MWGP 1DDGM’s of New Brunswick & Others 0Voting Members of New Brunswick (Other than those listed above) 72Members of other Grand Jurisdictions (other than those listed above) 22New Brunswick Chapters represented 14Grand Jurisdictions represented 15Total Order of the Eastern Star Members registered 217

Respectfully submitted, Credential CommitteeBeverley Lyons, PM (33) ChairMargaret Jagoe, PGM (44)Ruth Bishop (37)

The following reports were received:

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

OES MAGAZINE REPORT 2018Executive Committee:Donna Allen, PGM - Executive ChairmanDon Williams, PGP/G.T.- Publication EditorDorothy Allan, PM - Secretary/TreasurerLynda Williams, A.G.C. – Subscriptions, Memorials & GreetingsElaine MacLean, PGM – AdvertisingColin Allen, PP – Mailing & Distribution

WGM, WGP, Distinguished East, Sisters & Brothers. This year has brought several changes to our magazine. Due to rising postage costs over the last 10 years, we were forced to increase our subscription rate; but, were able to keep the increase to only $3. With the continuing support of our chapters, our faithful subscribers and the efforts of our committee members we remain solvent and viable.

Our Grand Chapter has 14 chapters remaining of the 44 chartered

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since its inception in 1930. With fewer chapters, it becomes more difficult to fill each issue. More than ever we need your reports of chapter meetings and projects to keep the content alive and interesting to those who subscribe. If your chapter meetings are not currently in our magazine; go ahead and volunteer to be your chapter’s press correspondent. We need you more than ever! Archived in the Harriet Irving Library in Fredericton, your reports become an important part of the historical record of our Grand Chapter. So . . . thanks to all the Press Correspondents, Secretaries and Star Sisters and Brothers for sending pictures, member milestones and special events to Sister Lynda Williams, Associate. Grand Conductress, who gets them ready for inclusion in the magazine. Please keep her informed of your address changes; so that, you never miss an issue.

We also thank our Grand Representatives who purchase OES magazine subscriptions for their counterparts. Feedback from around the world tells us that they are enjoying receiving news and photos of their counterparts. Sister Joan Riddle of Australia is a regular contributor to our Funny Bones page and sends us greetings each Christmas.

Special thanks to Sister Nancy Keirstead, PGM who is unable to continue her wonderful Crafting Corner and to Sister Dorothy Stewart, PM who is retiring from the long running Home Maker page. Any volunteers?

This year we are pleased to welcome Sister Marjorie Morgan, PGM, whose inspirational poems & programs from her Serenity Collection, will become a regular addition to our magazine.

Our Executive Chairman, Sister Donna Allen, PGM, continues to be the inspiration that holds us together. Sister Elaine MacLean, PGM, takes care of our advertising base helping offset our printing costs. Sister Dorothy Allan, PM, is our Secretary/Treasurer, receiving your donations, Christmas Greetings and paying our bills. Brother Colin Allen, PP, is our distribution “Genius”. He and Donna get the magazine into your hands.

Many hands go into the production, financing & mailing of your magazine. We are proud of our magazine and work hard to bring you the best publication possible. On behalf of our entire committee, we thank all the members of Grand Chapter for their ongoing support.

Don Williams, PGP moved and Donna Allen, PGM seconded that the report be accepted as presented. It was accepted as read.

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NEW BRUNSWICK EASTERN STAR MAGAZINEFINANCIAL REPORT

Dorothy Allan, PM, ChairWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East,

Sisters and Brothers, I am pleased to present the following report for the New Brunswick Eastern Star Magazine for the period April 1, 2017 to March 31. 2018.

Balance April 1, 2017 $5356.17RECEIPTS

Advertising $ 1001.50Memorials 95.00Donations 400.00Subscriptions 2967.98Christmas Greetings 970.00

Total Receipts $5454.48

EXPENDITURESPrinting $ 4296.61Postage 1274.02Bank Fees 79.88Honorarium 1750.00Supplies 64.48

Total Expenditures $7464.99Balance March 31, 2018 $3209.66

Brother Don Williams PGP our editor, continues to have magazine printer ready doing all graphics, pictures and write-ups saving us thousands in printer costs. Sister Lynda Williams Associate Gr. Conductress assists him with chapter write-ups, Memorials, greetings etc. .as well as subscription manager Brother Colin Allen PP continues to receive magazines from printer, labels, sorts and takes the magazine to Post Office for mailing. Sister Elaine MacLean PGM receives all advertising. Sister Donna Alien PGM is our chairman and keeps magazine running smoothly. Our other members contribute crafts, recipes etc. to our magazine. Returned magazines are costly please advise us if you move or know someone who has moved. As membership decreases and chapters close our income decreases so we had a loss of $2146.51. This year we have increased subscription

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price and hopefully we will not have such a deficit at the end of our year.

My thanks to the members and chapters who have supported the magazine this year.

Dorothy Allan, PM moved and Donna Allen, PGM seconded that the report be accepted as read. The report was accepted as read.

ESTARLDorothy Stewart, PM

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers:

On behalf of the ESTARL Committee for 2017-2018, it is my pleasure to submit this report. The committee met at the Fredericton Motor Inn on July 6,2018.

The following Scholarship was awarded:Peter Daniel Fawcett $ 1,000.00

A recommendation on a change to the qualification of the 3rd year of study is to be brought forth under new business.

The Committee would like to thank the Chapters and their members for the continued support in this worthwhile endeavor of our Grand Chapter.

We, the ESTARL Committee thank you for the privilege and honour of serving the Grand Chapter in this capacity.

Respectfully submitted by Dorothy Stewart in behalf of Bonnie Anderson, Chairperson,

Bonnie Anderson, Celestial #3 (Chairperson)Betty Kaye, Zetland #26Gail Caldwell, Unity #35Kaye Southard, Granite #15Dorothy Stewart, Lady Alexander #24

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LOTTIE L. KYLEDebbie Cawker, PM Chair

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers:The members of the Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship Committee met on July 8, 2017. There were fourteen applications. Six applicants did not qualify within the guidelines, as they did not include their final Official Transcript for the lasted completed year of study; therefore, eight scholarships were awarded.The committee distributed $4500.00 in the following manner.Lottie L. Kyle Memorial Educational Scholarship in the amount of $1000.00 :

Nicholas Samuel Duncan Celestial Chapter #3, FrederictonLottie L. Kyle Memorial Educational Scholarship in the amount of $500.00 to each of the following applicants:

Jada Hawkins Devon Chapter #37, FrederictonCatherine Joudry Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5, MonctonEmma Haley Kenmuir Winston Churchill Chapter #19, Riverside-

AlbertKelsey McVea Philip A. Jerguson Chapter #18, Saint John Brea Sears Frank H. Tingley Chapter #5, MonctonKirsten Kailey Silliker Miramichi Chapter #44, MiramichiEthan Reginald Sutton Lady Alexander Chapter #24,

Campbelltown

We extend congratulations to the recipients of the awards. We would like to thank all the Chapters and their Members who support this Worthy Scholarship.Respectfully Submitted,Debbie Cawker, PM, ChairpersonBrenda Whitney, PMRoss MacLeod, WGPEleanor Butland, PMAnn McLellan, PM

OES Web Site & Advisory Committee Lynne Hatt, GGCCM (15)Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished

Guests, Sisters and Brothers:In the past year I have visited many OES Websites and I would like

to report that because of the hard work and knowledge of Brother Don

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Williams PGP, our Webmaster, that our webpage is second to none!Sister Winnie continues to post what is given to her and I put it

that way because if we don’t inform, then, how does she know? And we thank her for that. The news on our page depends on all of us for input so if you want to see something there, or if you have any ideas, please contact Bro. Don, Sister Winnie or me.

The only thing that I would love to see, is that we be able to pay for our meals with a credit card, all online, I know that Don has looked at this before and was concerned with security but perhaps things have improved since then, it would simplify things for our visitors as well as our own members.

Keep up the good work, it makes the reports very easy to write!Lynne Hatt GGCCM Charters, ChairWinnie Bateman PM Assistant WebmasterSister Lynne moved the adoption of the report.

OES JOURNALDoug Cawker, PP

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers:

The Eastern Star Journal continues to be our link to the Eastern Star World and it’s through this magazine that we learn about our sisters and brothers and events in other Grand Jurisdictions.

Unfortunately, with the low value of our Canadian Dollar, many are reluctant to subscribe to this magazine. Perhaps it would more affordable if two or three or even a larger group shared the cost of a subscription and passed the magazine around.

Please continue to send pictures and write-ups of events taking place in your chapter that might be of interest to other Jurisdictions.

Thank you for the honour of serving on this committee: Respectfully submitted,Doug Cawker, PP, ChairpersonJudy Gillis, PMPaul Fullarton, PP

There being only one nomination for each of the elective Grand Officers, there would be no voting, so the numbering of voters did not take place.

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ELECTION OF OFFICERSElection of Officers was conducted by the WGP, Ross MacLeod.

The following were elected for the year 2018 –2019.

Worthy Grand Matron Judy Donnelly (44)Worthy Grand Patron Kevin Wilson (3)Associate Grand Matron Charlotte Jansen-Bateman (37)Associate Grand Patron Ronald Keith Bateman (37)Grand Secretary Doug Swan, PGP (1)Grand Treasurer Don Williams, PGP (36)Grand Conductress Lynda Williams (36) Associate Grand Conductress Barbara Greenlaw (8)Grand Sentinel Darrell Munn (37)

JURISPRUDENCE COMMITTEE REPORTAllan Gillis, GGCCM

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Past Grand Matron, Past Grand Patron Sister & Brothers.

We, the Jurisprudence committee submit the following report for 2017 — 2018.

We thank the Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron for submitting their report to the committee in a timely manner and found them in order.

The Worthy Grand Matron requested our assistance on several matters and we were pleased to assist her. We agreed with the decisions made and with the dispensations she granted.

We assisted the Worthy Grand Patron in reviewing the followingChapter's by-law changes.

Victoria Chapter # 1 and Frank H. Tingley # 5 these changes will be listed in detail by the Worthy Grand Patron and will be printed in the proceedings.

We did have several inquiries on introducing Sisters & Brothers visiting Chapters after they have surrendered their Charter. After many discussions and much searching, we did find our answer. In Our proceedings in 2000 a letter was sent to the Most Worthy Grand Matron on this very item. The answer being printed in our proceeding we feel it should also be in our C L & R book. This item should be discussed under New Business, then the proper procedure printed in our CL&R.

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that has not yet been installed. This is also in the proceeding of 2000. These items are found on Page 134. and should be printed in our C L & R book.

Moved by Allan Gillis, GGCCM, and seconded by Elaine I. MacLean that the report be accepted. Report was accepted as read.

CONSTITUTION AND LAWS COMMITTEEDonna Allen, Past Grand Matron

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers. We the Committee on Constitution and Laws, 2017-2018, submit the following report:

No written inquiries concerning Constitution Laws and Regulations have been received. Several changes will be brought up in new business by other committees and members with the notices of motions as printed in your Session Booklet. We as the Constitution and Laws Committee, feel that these Notices of Motions should not be dealt with at this time because they were not referred to our Committee for consideration prior to Grand Chapter. References. Duties of committees Art. 4, sect 4A (p18).

The Constitution, Laws and Regulations has been updated in the past few years and we feel that it is viable to our present day.

Shirley MacDonald, PGMRon Jagoe, PGPDonna Allen, PGM, Chairperson

Moved by Donna Allen, PGM and seconded by Ron Jagoe, PGP, that the report be accepted. Report was accepted as read.

GRIEVANCES AND APPEALS REPORTSherry Mitton, Past Grand Matron, Chairperson

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers. Since nothing has been referred to us for consideration this past year, we are pleased to report that harmony once again prevails in the Grand Jurisdiction for the year 2017 — 2018.

Worthy Grand Matron, thank you for the privilege extended to us to serve on this committee. Respectively submitted,

Sherry Mitton, PGM Graham Vincent, PGP Lynda Swan, PGM

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Moved by Sherry Mitton, PGM and seconded by Lynda Swan, PGMthat the report be accepted. Report was accepted as read.

COMMISSIONER OF TRIALSAudrey Sypher, Past Grand Patron

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers.

Since no referrals were made for our consideration during the 2017-2018 year, it is with pleasure that we, the Commissioner of Trials Committee, have nothing to report.

Respectfully submitted,Sister Ann Lister, PGMBrother Ronald OakleySister Audrey Sypher, PGM Chairperson

Moved by Audrey Sypher PGM, and seconded by Ann Lister, PGM, that the report be accepted. Report was accepted as read.

INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS FUNDMargaret Jagoe, Past Grand Matron

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished East, Sister and Brothers.

The committee is pleased to report that from April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018, there were 8 Initiations, 1 reinstatement and 27 Affiliations, for a total of 36.

All monies that have been paid by the Chapters have been 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 submittedSally Donald, PM (44)Leigh Manning, PP (5)Margaret Jagoe, PM (44) - Chair

It was moved by Margaret Jagoe, PGM and seconded by Sally Donald, PM, that the report be accepted. Report was accepted as read.

The alarm rang from the Magazine Table and the two winners of prizes were Bro. Edgar Cove and Sis. Barb Greenlaw.

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Reports on Appointments: GGCCMLynne Hatt, GGCCM, Charters Committee

Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished Guests, Sisters and Brothers:

When I received a letter from Sister Helen Westmoreland, then theRight Worthy Associate Grand Matron, asking if I would serve as a General Grand Chapter Committee Member on the Charters Committee, I was floored! I had really never thought about it, well once I was asked the year after I had been Worthy Grand Matron, if I was looking forward to an appointment and I said NO…..for me, at that time, I had fulfilled my goals and was content to not have to think about too much, still enjoying my well deserved rest. Then, with a knot the size of a softball in my stomach, I had a decision to make. It is an honour to be asked to become a Committee Member and I am sure the highest honour that will be conferred upon me in my Eastern Star life, so I swallowed my doubts and fears, said yes, had another knot when I saw the price of the dress and traveling suit, then divided it over three years, felt better, and began my term.

As a member of the Charters Committee it would be my job, as well as the two other members, to assist in the formation of a new Grand Chapter; unfortunately, that has not come to pass in this triennium. The Philippines continues to Charter Subordinate Chapters, but the North and the South are not at the point as yet where they trust one another enough to form a Grand Chapter…...perhaps soon.

I have travelled to the General Grand Sessions in Pennsylvania, Grand Chapters of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Connecticut thus far, I do hope to be able to attend the Grand Chapter of Quebec before heading off to Florida for the General Grand Sessions, many of us attended the Can/Am Weekend in Montreal, I have enjoyed my travels, my travelling companions, making new friends and taking a few scenic routes!

I want to thank the members of this Grand Chapter and especially the members of Granite Chapter #15 for all of the support that you have shown me during my term.

Congratulations to the new Ambassador, Committee members and Campfire Friend of the next Triennium, I know that you will enjoy your appointments and your travels.Respectfully Submitted Lynne Hatt GGCCM on Charters

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Allan Gillis, OES JournalWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished

Guests, Sisters and Brothers.When I received the letter to serve the Eastern Star Journal

Committee, I said this is a great idea, but I cannot answer right away as I was leaving to visit my mother the next day. So, the first person I showed it to was my mother. The first words out of her mouth was, you better take it. The only thing I might mention, since one does not know what NB stands for. We were given jurisdictions we are responsible for. Sister Norma Crabtree from Maine had New Brunswick, I had Colorado. Nebraska, Wyoming and Utah. I have contacted the Journal Committee members in those states and have had great conversations. I did not get a chance to visit these states.

It has been a wonderful time. Not much to do. The price of the exchange rate has cut down our subscriptions for Canada. It is a great journal, very enjoyable to read, and I recommend everyone see it.

I congratulate the Committee Members and Ambassador for next year and I hope we have a good time tonight. Thank you.

John Murray, GGCCM, MembershipWorthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Distinguished

Guests, Sisters and Brothers.I got a surprise when I got the letter. I was very surprised. I

thought I was too old, pleased and honoured and have enjoyed it. Public Relations is very important to our membership. I was a little

disappointed in the little information I get from them.I thank our jurisdiction, Grand Chapters and subordinate Chapters

for all the support give and acknowledgement and I thank you very much.

Mildred Homer, GGCCM, ESTARLNo report was given.

Sister Joyce, WGM asked the Grand Secretary if there was any correspondence to be read. There being none, she asked to have the Fraternal Report read.

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FRATERNAL REPORTJudy Donnelly, Associate Grand Matron

Fraternal Report for Rainbows of Friendship 2018Once upon a time there was a lady who loved Rainbows and she

had a very special pet named “Barney the Owl”. Her neighbour was a farmer and he adored his Daisy cow. He was always calling her a “beaut” as she grazed in the fields. Now, Barney had a secret—he would watch Daisy as she paraded about the barnyard from his perch high in the apple tree close by.

Now these parents meet at a special meeting called OES and they became joint owners of a very pretty quilt. Let’s call them Ma and Pa!

Ma wanted to take a trip to Fraternal Land and she asked Pa to come with her. Ma had # girls and Pa had # boys. They knew they had to take all the Family. They looked at each other in amazement. Pa picked up his long- handled Barn Shovel and waved it over all the Family saying Bibbidy - Bobbidy – Bo and they became miniature people. Ma, Pa, Barney and Daisy fit just fine on the magic quilt with the Family. Ma just smiled.

And so, the story begins………………Ma drove the Magic quilt with Barney at her side, British Columbia

and Yukon. “A Dream Came True” she said to WGM Ann and WGP Jim. After Pa bought the winning ticket on a Pandora bracelet, Ma just couldn’t take her eyes off it. Pa said we’ll “have a little faith and kick a little dirt” and off to the clouds we flew with Pa driving.

Whoops were flying over the district of Columbia,” Ignite Your Light” was the message in the navy, yellow, and white air. Ma was always writing, five chapters with 675 members.

Ok, now the magic quilt was off to New Hampshire as the family sang “Rock the Boat for the Future”. The family were delighted to see Noah’s Arch and all the stuffed animals. Pa decided he heard “To enjoy the cheerful companionship and social enjoyment” Of our order and he wondered what that meant but Ma just gazed at him. The family became very quiet, but our sleeping cow gave a loud MOO, she doesn’t want us to pick the “Daisy Flowers”. Ma wrote twenty chapters with 2076 members.

Ma read the family a story about “Angels among us” in New Mexico. She told us “angels bring peace and harmony to all”. Pa interjected and said “Peace, harmony, and love to all”. We knew he listened to our story. Barney became a little touchy with the bald eagles flying around; Ma wrote thirty-one chapters with 2139

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members. Ma said, look kids we must “bloom where you are planted” in Road

Island. From our magic quilt we could smell the sun flowers and blue hydrangea. We had to put blind folds on Barney, as the African Gray parrots were flying around. Ma and Pa always said “DOG, Depend On God”. Ma wrote seven chapters with 687 members.

Daisy was getting restless and Barney was becoming tired. We arrived in Quebec and rain was in the air. Pa Said “Enjoy the gifts of nature” but I see a tractor in the forest of green. Ma told us “together all things are possible” as we landed in the red rose and red carnation garden of Patience, Faith and Reward. We were pleased to rest and eat, Barney found a comfy tree and he was ok, Daisy found a milking parlor with relief in the udder department. Ma wrote nine chapters with 273 members.

So, our story takes a short break…Pa was anxious to start again as he looked to the sky he said, “Ma

don’t you like rainbows”, so off we flew on our magical carpet to the magical sky of yellow, blue, red, and silver. As Ma picked the Scottish thistle plant, Daisy quickly closed her mouth tightly. We wondered why?? WGM Brenda and WGP Kenneth were singing, “As the sand flows through the hour glass, look to the future”. We felt enthusiasm, compassion, and hoped we would attend a beach party. But Pa simply said, good bye Ontario, “Take one day at a time and follow your heart”. Ma forgot her pen and paper.

And so, we arrived at “Harmony of Friendship Session” in Montana. Ma wanted to check out Fairy Godmothers closet, but Pa and Daisy were at the controls. Ma could see her friends from Alberta, BC and Yukon, and Idaho, but she didn’t care much about the golf tournament. Ma seemed lost without her pen.

Ma saw the light house in Vermont with the blue sky she said we should be called “The Crew”. Pa was dozing but soon woke up to realize he missed “A Beary, Beary Grand Affair Banquet”. He said he needed to “Chart a course for our Future” with faith and loyalty. Ma was all smiles now!

Pa said this is a “Miracle Of Faith” as we are at the top of Ma’s rainbow in Louisiana. Let’s “Accept what is, Let go of what was, and have Faith in what will be”. Once again Barney covered his eyes as the Dove of Peace appeared.

Ma was tickled pink to be in Minnesota, she told us a story about a man named Robert Morris who was the founder of the Order of the Eastern Star in the late 1860’s. She kept talking about this Order while

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some of the Crew was dozing. We heard that Roy Rogers, Harry Truman, and Franklin D. Roosevelt were all members of the Masonic Lodge. There are currently 67 chapters in Minnesota. Ma was so excited.

Pa took the controls of our magic quilt and we slid down the magical rainbow as Australia was our Pot of Gold Splash. Wow were we excited, Ma was now smiling, laughing, and so happy. She always dreamed of being in Australia or was she excited to be in the Pot of Gold? Perhaps to her delight, the Supreme Grand Chapter of Scotland granted autonomy to the United Grand Chapter of Australia in 1985. In short UGCA. The term of office is two years and Ma longed for New Brunswick, so like the snap of Pa’s shovel we arrived safely in the LAND OF NEW BRUNSWICK.

THE END!

Sister Judy, Associate Grand Matron, moved her report be accepted as read. It was accepted as read.

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Announcements: Merchandise table in hotel lobby closing at 2:30.Grand Representatives bags were available at 11 a.m.Drill Team performance at 1:45 p.m.

Grand Secretary has copies of proposed changes of Lottie L. Kyle aswell as a summary of resolutions for General Grand Chapter.

Sister Judy Donnelly requested an open installation for Saturday evening. Her request was granted.

The Grand Marshal proclaimed the sessions called from labour to refreshment to reconvene at 2:15 p.m.

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DRILL TEAM PRESENTATION 1:30PM

DRILL DIRECTORMildred Homer, PGM Frank H. Tingley #5MUSICNorma Caswell, Gr Organist Granite #15Jean Flewelling, Assist Gr Organist St. Stephen #8DRILL TEAMFlag Bearers:Allan Gillis, GGCCM Devon #37Kevin Wilson, Grand Chaplain Celestial #3Laurie Bishop, PGP Devon #37Ronald Keith Bateman, Gr Sentinel Devon #37 John Coombs, PGP- Maine USATEAMLynda Swan, PGM Victoria #1Doug Swan, PGP Victoria #1Gertrude Wilson, PM Victoria #1Cindy Wilson, WM Celestial #3Mary Pelletier, PM Frank H Tingley #5Marcie Munroe, PM Frank H. Tingley #5Barb Greenlaw, PM St. Stephen #8Eleanor Linton, PGM St. Stephen #8Vicki MacLeod, PM St. Stephen #8Kaye Southard, PM Granite #15Betty Boyer, PM Philip A Jerguson #18Ron Oakley Zetland #26Anne Murray, PM Zetland #26Cathy McGinn, PM Zetland #26Anne McAndrews Lord Beaverbrook #33Robert McInnes, PGP Lord Beaverbrook #33Connie MacPherson, WM Devon #37Ruth Bishop Devon #37Charlotte Jansen-Bateman, GC Devon #37Joyce Spence, Grand Adah Miramichi #44Margaret Jagoe, PGM Miramichi #44Ron Jagoe, PGP Miramichi #44Special Guest, Edgar Cove as Elvis Zetland #26

The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron expressed their gratitude for the Drill Team Presentation.

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SATURDAY AFTERNOON – JULY 8, 2018– 2:15 pm

The Saturday afternoon sessions were preceded by a musical prelude given by the Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, and the Assistant Grand Organists, Jean Flewelling and Mary Pelletier.

CALL TO ORDERSherry Mitton, Past Grand Matron and

Ron Oakley, Past Grand Patron

Sherry Mitton, Past Grand MatronIt is an honour to extend a warm fraternal welcome to each of you

on this the final day of the “Rainbows of Friendship Session" of this Grand Chapter. I am especially pleased to have my own Worthy Grand Patron, Brother Ron, sharing the East with me.

Welcome to our guests from other Grand Jurisdictions. We hope you are enjoying your time here with us and may you return home safely with many fond memories of your time here with us.

To our New Brunswick General Grand Chapter Committee Members, we extend a sincere welcome. With your appointment coming to a close, we hope it has been an enjoyable experience for you.

To our own members, we extend a warm welcome. Your love and dedication for the Order is certainly evident by your attendance at our Sessions. As we conduct the final business of this Grand Chapter this afternoon, I know you will keep in mind the welfare of our beautiful Order. Ron:

Ron Oakley, Past Grand PatronGood afternoon, Sisters and Brothers. I am pleased to join Sister

Sherry "YES DEAR", my Worthy Grand Matron, in welcoming each of you to the final business portion of this Grand Session. And I extend a hearty welcome to ail members of the different Grand Jurisdictions. I wish to congratulate all those elected and appointed officers for the ensuing year. May you all have a joyful and productive year in all your travels.

The Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, and Grand Officers were invited to enter the Chapter Room.

The Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, and Grand Officers were presented at the Altar for introduction.

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Sherry Mitton, Past Grand MatronGood afternoon Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and

Grand Officers. Thank you to all of you for this year of service to our Grand Chapter. hope you have enjoyed your year as a Grand Officer and the new friendships formed during this time. May this year be one of special memories you will cherish forever.

Sister Joyce, how quickly the year has passed; your journey to the East is almost finished. I'm sure there were times this year when you felt there is so much to do and so little time to get things completed. I wished f was able to support you more this past year but with family issues it was impossible. Congratulations on your year of service to our Order.

Brother Ross, as well, I extend congratulations on your year of service. I sincerely hope you have accomplished all the goals you set for yourself. The many miles you traveled this year shows your devotion to our Order.

For both of you, I hope you have enjoyed this past year. Thank you for your dedication to our Grand Chapter. During the years ahead, may you enjoy good health and happiness and fond memories of this journey together.

Ron Oakley, Past Grand PatronWorthy Grand Matron, Sister Joyce and Worthy Grand Patron,

Brother Ross, I wish to thank you for inviting me to assist Sister sherry in opening this your final business session. Your year is quickly drawing to a close. Sister Joyce, I know you have put a lot of time into the Eastern Star work this past year and with a little help from Brother Robert, you have done exceptionally well.

Brother Ross, I am sure you also have worked very hard this year and with the help of Sister Vicki, your official secretary, you have surpassed your goals. Time goes by so quickly when you enjoy what you doing.It is almost time to hand over the gavel and enjoy your retirement. We will be more than pleased to welcome you to the Past Grand Association. Again thanks to both of you for a job well done. Enjoy your time off.

The Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron were escorted to the East and extended the Grand Honours.

Sister Sherry presented Sister Joyce with her gavel.The Grand Officers assumed their stations.

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Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronSister Sherry and Brother Ron, Brother Ross and I are closing in on

the end of our year and these Grand Sessions and we are so pleased that both of you are here to open this Saturday Afternoon “Rainbow’s of Friendship” session. Sister Sherry, I want you to know how much I admire you and how pleased I was to hear you will be receiving a GGCCM Commission later this year. Brother Ron you are such a trooper always ready to drive your star friends anywhere and there are not many people who can wear down cars like you!! Thank you both for opening this Saturday afternoon session.

Sister Sherry, please accept the gift as a token of our appreciation.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronThank you, Sister Sherry and Brother Ron, for opening this

afternoon Session of “Rainbows of Friendship.” Sister Sherry, I must Congratulate you on your appointment to General Grand Chapter. Brother Ron, you have been an inspiration to me. It was good to talk to you about your involvement in driving farm tractors or bushhogging or working with firewood to heat your home; things that I can relate to.

Brother Ron, please accept this small gift of appreciation.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronWelcome to our Saturday Afternoon Session “Rainbow’s of

Friendship” Session. I would like to congratulate Sister Mildred Homer “Drill Sergeant” and Conductor in Chief!! The OES Drill Team always comes up with something different and this year you took this to another level; congratulations on this amazing presentation .

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronWelcome back Sisters and Brothers, the OES Drill Team gave such

a great performance this afternoon, I’m so very proud of them and the time and effort they give to bring this to us every year: job well done! This afternoon we would like to complete the business at handas soon as we can, so we can allow the incoming Grand Family sufficient time to practice for tonight’s Installation.

The invocation was given by Carol Sutherland, PGM.

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INVOCATIONCarol Sutherland, Past Grand Matron

Let Us Pray.Gracious and ever -living God.We are assembled here with full and loving hearts to continue the

work of this Grand Chapter. We pray our actions reflect tolerance, understanding, charity and love to all.

We are most thankful for your bountiful gift of the friendships shared among our Sisters and Brothers.

We ask for your special love and protection over those unable to be with us. May their burdens be lightened, and hearts uplifted by your gentle guiding hands.

We are thankful that your presence was and is with the WGM, WGP and Grand Officers as they fulfilled their duties and now complete their year of service to the Order. May they soon have time to reflect on their accomplishments and be well satisfied with a job well done.

We ask for your continued guidance. Open our hearts to understanding Thy ways so we may walk with knowledge, confidence and love along the path you have set for us. We are grateful for the days you have granted us thus far and humbly give thanks for those you will see fit to give us in our future.

All this we ask for in Thy Holy name. AMEN

A beautiful Duet, entitled “I Can Only Imagine” was rendered by Marcie Munroe and Heather McKinley.

Presentation of Distinguished GuestsGGC Ambassador:

Bro. Newell Farrington of the Youth Commission and PGP of MaineWorthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron of Other Grand Jurisdictions:

Sister Flora Stack of MaineBrother Brett Jervis of Maine

Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons of Other Grand Jurisdictions:

Sister Margaret Dyer of MaineBrother Leighton Perkins of MaineBrother Ralph Trafton of Maine

Elected Grand Officers of Other Grand Jurisdictions:Sister Brenda Hall A.G.M of Maine

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Sister Helen Nicholson, G.C. of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island

Sister Evelyn Cookson, AGC of MaineBrother Ed MacLaren, Grand Sentinel of Nova Scotia and Prince

Edward IslandGrand Representatives of Other Grand Jurisdictions in NB:

Sister Marjorie Wilkinson – IllinoisSister Heather McKinley – North Carolina

DDGM of Other Grand Jurisdictions:Sister Barb Perkins District # 19 Maine

The minutes of the Saturday morning session were read. It was moved by Doug Swan, PGP that the minutes be approved. Minutes were approved as read.

The WGM thanked the Grand Choir for their music. She also thanked Sister Barb Cove for making the owl centerpieces for the banquet last evening. Sister Joyce, WGM, mentioned that the dress shop prices will be half price. She thanked Sister Shirley MacDonald for making the shawls for the Star points.

GGCCM CEREMONY –Elaine I MacLean, PGM and Ronald Oakley, PGPA Ceremony honouring the General Grand Chapter Committee

Members by Elaine I. MacLean and Ron Oakley, GGCCM during the 2012-2015 Triennium.

The Grand Conductress and Associate Grand Conductress presented the 2015 -2018 General Grand Chapter Committee Members of New Brunswick, West of Esther’s station.

Elaine I. MacLean, Past Grand Matron: Good afternoon Sisters and Brothers, I am Elaine Maclean, PGM

and am joined in the East by Bro. Ron Oakley, PGP.Today we wish to honour our 2015-2018 General Grand Chapter

Committee Members who are finishing their very successful three-year appointments in their various commissions.

First, I want to congratulate you on your years of service and the work you have done for your different committees. When our Most Worthy Grand Matron looked upon our Grand Chapter to find people to represent General Grand Chapter and work on committees, she

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could not have found four more worthy members. I am sure she is thrilled with the work you have done while representing her and the General Grand Chapter.

Sis. Lynne Hatt, you are a member of the Charters Committee of General Grand Chapter. It shall be your duty to examine the original records of the Chapters under Dispensation and the statements submitted by them and report on all petitions for new charters. When I think of your fame, I am reminded of all the work you and Bro. Allan do in your community to make our Order known. Your working with the Masons in your area has increased the membership in Granite Chapter greatly within the past three years.

Ron Oakley, Past Grand Patron Brother Allan Gillis, your commission is working on the Eastern Star

Journal Committee of General Grand Chapter. Although our Journal is becoming more popular, it is your duty to promote it in your Jurisdictions and to encourage members to submit articles for publication. It is a means of keeping all members aware of happenings in other areas. In addition to seeing you at the many visitations you have made, everyone at Grand Chapter can appreciate your work in setting up and tearing down the Chapter Room or making one of your famous dashes to stop the squeal of the sound system.

Elaine I. MacLean, Past Grand Matron: Sis. Mildred Homer, we are all familiar with your commission –

ESTRAL –as our Grand Chapter has supported this charity for years. You are to be congratulated for trying to educate the other side – the recipients. It is honourable that you have met with members of the religious community to explain this source of assistance for students training for the ministry. Your record of visitation is beyond comparison. Not only do you visit many Chapters, but you are always willing to fill in an office or help with a fundraising project. And what Worthy Grand Matron can forget your stitchery skills?

Ron Oakley, Past Grand Patron Bro. John Murray, your General Grand Chapter Committee is

named Public Relations. In the business world you would be considered our front-line man! It is your job to not only make our Order known to the outside world, but also to sell its worth to prospective members. On your shoulder rests the future of our existence. No better person could have been chosen to do such a task.

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Bro. John, you are a dedicated member and never shirk your duty of assisting others. We look forward to sharing your handshake and that sincere hug at the many Chapters you visit along the Star Trail.

A skit was performed by Brother Ron and Sister ElaineSister Elaine: This past week I heard someone referred to as a

workhorse. Bro. Ron, I have always been impressed by your wise counsel. What do you think a workhorse is? Could these Committee Members be truly called workhorses?

Brother Ron: My first thought turns to a farm where the workhorse is the best horse to do the ploughing or harvesting. Or it may be the best horse the lumberman has to bring his logs to the sawmill. Let’s see what the dictionary meaning is. (Reads from his cell phone).

A Workhorse is: 1. A horse used chiefly for labor as distinguished from driving,

riding or racing;Sister Elaine: Obviously not!Brother Ron:2a (1) a person who performs most of the work of a group task2b (2) a hardworking person2C (3) something that is markedly useful, durable, or dependable

So I would say a Workhorse is a hardworking person who is useful, dependable and durables.

Sister Elaine: Let me see – useful – YES; dependable –CERTAINLY; durable ---- WELL, WE HAVEN’T WORN THEM OUT YET!

Yes, these members are definitely Workhorses. But what work would a General Grand Chapter Committee Member do?

Brother Ron: Represents General Grand Chapter and the Most Worthy Grand Matron at all functions.

Sister Elaine: DONE!Brother Ron: Educate the membership on the duties of his/her

commissionSister Elaine: DONE!Brother Ron: Fund raise for his/her committee if requested to do

so.Sister Elaine: DONE!

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Brother Ron: Attends Chapter meetings especially visits of the Grand Family.

Sister Elaine: DONE!Brother Ron: Be supportive of all fund raising at the subordinate

Chapter level.Sister Elaine: DONE!Brother Ron: I could go on and on but I feel the most important

duty of a General Grand Chapter Committee Member is to socialize with the general membership, realizing that in three years he /she will return to be one of them.

Sister Elaine: DONE!Sister Elaine: So, Sister Lynne, Brother Allan, Sister Mildred and

Brother John, you truly are REAL workhorses of our Order. We do appreciate what you have done and, I am sure, will continue to do.

Brother Ron: Please accept this little gift from us, to remind you of this ceremony today, and Special Thanks goes out to Brother Sydney Butland, Past Patron of Winston Churchill # 19, for helping us with this program.

Sister Elaine: Sisters and Brothers would you join me in expressing our appreciation for the work of our General Grand Chapter Committee Members over the past three years.

An alarm from the Magazine table rang and the winner of the prizes were Ed MacLaren, Grand Sentinel of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island and Ron Jagoe, PGP of New Brunswick.

Mab Cole-Smith was escorted to the East and a donation was made to the special projects from the jewelry table in memory of her parents.

Sis. Ruth Saunders was escorted to the East and reported on the sales from the “Elegant Boutique” shop. of $674.70. Many thanks to the sales team and to Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33.

NEW BUSINESS

It was moved by Donna Allen, PGM that the notices of motions as printed in the session booklet cannot be dealt with as the CL&R committee did not receive the information. It was seconded by Bro. Ron Jagoe. Brother Doug Swan, Grand Secretary said that he had emailed the information last July (July 25) and email included Donna Allen and Ron Jagoe as well as Jurisprudence members. Brother Don

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Williams decided to withdraw all the motions. The Motions were rescinded.

Carol Sutherland mentioned the Notice of Motion for the Finance Committee was not printed in the session booklet so will be brought forward next year at Grand Chapter.

It was moved by Sis. Lynda Williams, Associate Grand Conductress that the Altar Cloth be replaced and that Sister Mildred Homer, PGM has volunteered to make it and that Sister Mildred be reimbursed for the cost of making the new Altar Cloth. This was seconded by SisterJudy Donnelly, Associate Grand Matron. Motion carried.

Sis. Norma Jean Belyea, PGM recommends that the guidelines for eligibility in the ESTARL guidelines not be changed. Bro. Ray Kraglund, PGP recommended that a provision should be made to ESTARL include those persons currently in active ministry who desire to pursue continuing their education during their current ministry or during a sabbatical year. It was moved by Sis. Norma Jean and seconded by Bro. Ray Kraglund. Motion carried.

Sis. Elaine I MacLean, PGM recommends that the Worthy Matron and Officers’ handbooks be updated as they have not be updated since 2015. Sister Judy Donnelly, AGM says that they will deal with this issue in their Grand Chapter year of 2018-2019.

Jurisprudence Report – Sis. Mildred Homer moved that a committee be set up to review proceedings that may affect the CL&R. Seconded by Bro. Allan Gillis, PGP. Motion carried.

Sister Mildred Homer, GGCCM and Brother Ron Oakley, PGP presented findings from their committee to review the Lottie L. Kyle and Educational Scholarship.

Proposed Changes toProcedures for Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship Committee

Change to readProcedures for Lottie L. Kyle Bursary Committee

March 2018

As chair of this committee, it is important to bring your

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committee together right away, preferably at Grand Chapter sessions or very shortly thereafter to study and decide on the applicants. Students have already applied for this bursary and are hopeful they will be a recipient and if so, will receive whatever amount is awarded to them before the start of their university or college year.

The following timeline is a suggestion. It should be noted that getting together at Grand Chapter Sessions, and taking advantage of having the Grand Secretary, Grand Treasurer and Finance Committee to contact and finalize loose ends, can be helpful.• Call Meeting of committee in July at Grand Chapter Sessions and

review applications.• Contact Grand Treasurer in July at Grand Chapter Sessions to

confirm amount of money available.• CHANGE: Contact Finance Committee if any applications are

received and money in fund is insufficient to cover all applications (This could be done at Grand Chapter Sessions when most of committee is available.).

TO READ: Bursary Committee to use only what is available in Bursary Fund with advice from the Grand Chapter Financial Committee.

• If a Further meeting after Grand Chapter Sessions is necessary, a spreadsheet outlining each applicant's qualifications would be helpful if sent to each member of the committee for perusal before the meeting.

• Once final decisions are made, the Grand Secretary should be advised of the name, address and amount of each successful recipient. The Grand Treasurer must also be advised so that cheques can be prepared. (This should be done no later than August.)

• Letter prepared (sample on file) with the cheque enclosed should be mailed to the recipient prior to September and the start of the new school year.

• A letter should then be sent to all N.B. Chapters advising them of the name of the recipients, Amount received and sponsoring Chapter.

• A report should be prepared for next Grand Chapter Sessions.(this should be done as soon as you have completed your duty and while it is still fresh in your mind.)

• Offer to lend your assistance to the new committee by sitting in on any meeting as a non-voting observer.

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Proposed Changes to GUIDELINES

CHANGE: Lottie L. Kyle Memorial and Education Scholarship Fund TO READ: Lottie L. Kyle Memorial and Education Bursary Fund 1. CHANGE: This Fund shall be known as the Lottie L. Kyle Memorial

and Educational Scholarship of the Order of the Eastern Star. TO READ: This Fund shall be known as the Lottie L. Kyle Memorial and

Educational Bursary of the Order of the Eastern Star. 2. This Fund shall be open to application by Son, Daughter or

Grandchild of a member of the Order of the Eastern Star; such member shall be a resident and belonging to a Chapter in New Brunswick

3 The money shall be used to pay on expenses at a University, Teacher's College, Trade School, Hospital, Business School and Schools of Fine Arts and Crafts.

4 The Money must be used in the year it was awarded. 5 CHANGE: Applicants must have attained requirements of an

Educational Facility as listed above in Section (3) and, in the case of first-year students, be recommended by her or his High School Principal and, in the case of students entering subsequent years of study, be recommended by the Professor/Instructor of the last year completed. In either case, the application shall be accompanied by the final Official Transcript for the latest completed year of study.

TO READ: 5 (a) Applicants must have attained requirements of an

Educational Facility as listed above in Section (3) and, in the case of first-year students, be recommended by her or his High School Principal and, in the case of students entering subsequent years of study, be recommended by the Professor/Instructor of the last year completed. In either case, the application shall be accompanied by the final Official Transcript for the period ending in February or March of the year of study.

5 (b) In the event the applicant cannot receive their final marks on time: A letter from the institution acknowledging acceptance of applicant shall be acceptable.

6. Applications must be made to the Grand Chapter Committee Chairperson through the subordinate Chapter which is sponsoring the applicant after said application has been accepted by the Chapter and signed by the Worthy Matron and Secretary under the Seal of the Chapter. Applications will not be accepted unless

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the Chapter Seal is affixed. 7. (a) The awards shall be decided at a meeting held each year,

preferably before the end of the Grand Chapter Sessions, but, in any event, no later than two weeks following the closing of said Session.

7. (b) It shall be the responsibility of the Chairperson to advise the sponsoring Chapter in writing of the rejection of any application and the reason for the disqualification.

7. (c) CHANGE: It shall be incumbent upon the Committee to distribute the available funds, after awarding the Lottie L. Kyle Memorial Scholarship, equally among all of the accepted applications.

TO READ: It shall be incumbent upon the Committee to distribute the available funds, after awarding the Lottie L. Kyle Memorial Bursary.

7. (d) The Committee Chairperson shall provide the Grand Secretary ad Grand Treasurer a list of the awards with the complete mailing list of all of the recipients.

8. CHANGE: The value of the Lottie L. Kyle Memorial Scholarship shall be $1,000.00. The remaining awards will be left to the discretion of the Committee.

TO READ: The value of the Lottie L. Kyle Memorial Bursary for the top award shall be $1,000.00.

9. CHANGE: The number of Scholarships available each year will depend on the amount of money in the Scholarship Fund at the time of making the awards.

TO READ: The remaining funds in the Bursary shall be disbursed equally among the remaining applicants, to a maximum of $250.00 per person.

10. CHANGE: Application blanks for Scholarships to be in the hands of the Secretaries of the Subordinate Chapters.

TO READ: Blank application forms for Bursaries to be available from the Secretaries of the Subordinate Chapters.

11. CHANGE: Applications for Scholarships will not be accepted after the first day of the Grand Chapter Sessions.

TO READ: Applications for Bursary must be received by the Subordinate Chapter for approval with the Chapter Seal no later than their April meeting and to be forwarded by the Chapter Secretary to the Committee no later than May 15 of each year.

12. CHANGE: The Lottie L. Kyle memorial and Education Scholarship Committee Members will be representatives of five areas of this

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Grand Jurisdiction with one from each area: Saint John; Moncton; Fredericton; Upper Saint John River Valley; North Shore

TO READ: The Lottie L. Kyle memorial and Education Bursary Committee Members will be representatives of five areas of this Grand Jurisdiction with one from each area: Saint John; Moncton; Fredericton; Upper Saint John River Valley; North Shore

13. A new Committee Member will be appointed for a period of five years. Upon the completion of her/his tenure on the committee, she/he will be replaced by a member from her/his area appointed by the incoming Worthy Grand Matron.

PLEASE NOTE: 1. CHANGE: The above should be read at the OCTOBER and MAY

meetings of all Subordinate Chapters TO READ: The above should be read at the SEPTEMBER and DECEMBER

meetings of all Subordinate Chapters. 2. Give date of meeting at which application was approved. 3. Secretaries to retain copy of revised rules for reference to

applications each year

CHANGE: REVISED JULY 2008 TO READ: REVISED JULY 2018

It was moved by Brother Robert McInnes, PGP and seconded by Brother Ron Oakley, PGP, that the proposed changes to the Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship be accepted.Under discussion, Sister Lynne Hatt, GGCCM, mentioned that some schools / community colleges are not getting marks out until May. It was moved by Brother Ron Oakley, PGP and seconded by Brother Robert McInnes, PGP that the motion be amended and that the date showing in paragraph 11 be changed from May 15 to June 15. Amendment to the motion carried. The motion, as amended, was carried.

Sis. Elaine I. MacLean, PGM, says that according to the CL&R from July 2013 states that the tape be left on at all times. Bro. Doug, Grand Secretary assures her that the tape is left on at all times.

The winner of the lovely quilt presented by the Sisters from Maine “the Hummingbird Quilt” was Sister Robyn Searle. The proceeds from this contest are $320.00.

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The winner of the “Rainbow” wall hanging made by Sister Anne McAndrew was Sister Barb Cove. The proceeds were $93.00.

The afghan winner was also Sister Barb Cove. The proceeds are $164.00.

All proceeds will be going to the special projects.

Sis. Audrey Sypher, PGM announced that the “Celebration of Stars” Grand Chapter Session will be held on July 11-13, 2019.

Sis. Judy Donnelly moved that there be an open installation this evening. Seconded by Bro. Kevin Wilson. Motion carried.

Sis. Norma Caswell, Grand Organist and Sis Jean Flewelling, Assistant to the Grand Organist were escorted to the East. The WGM, Sis. Joyce and Bro. Ross, WGP presented a plaque and a bouquet of flowers to both Sis. Norma and Sis. Jean thanking them for being the Grand Organist and Assistant to the Organist and all of their years of service.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronSister Norma and Sister Jean, On behalf of all the members of the

Grand Chapter of New Brunswick and all of our guests from away, I want you both to know how very special you are to all of us and have been for so many years Your music is always such an integral part of Grand Chapter and you have surprised many WGM and WGP with special music composed just for them. In honor of your amazing contribution to the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick it gives me such great pleasure to present both of you with these certificates of appreciation to recognize your amazing contribution to our Order.

Sis. Judy announced that there will be a practice for the installation immediately following this session.

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 - JULY 8, 2017 - 7:00 PM

The Saturday Evening Sessions were preceded by a musical prelude given by the Grand Organist, Norma Caswell, and the Assistant Grand Organists, Jean Flewelling, and Mary Pelletier.

The Grand Choir sang “Give To Us Laughter”.

CALL TO ORDEREleanor Linton, Past Grand Matron and

Robert McInnes, Past Grand Patron

Eleanor Linton, Past Grand MatronGood evening Sisters and Brothers. It is my pleasure to be opening

this, the final portion of the 88th Grand Chapter, Rainbow of Friendship Session, with my own Worthy Grand Patron, Brother Robert at my side.

I want to welcome everyone and thank you all for coming and sharing your time with us.Brother Robert may we hear from you?

Robert McInnes, Past Grand PatronGood evening Sisters and Brothers: It is a pleasure to be here this

evening to open this the final "Rainbow's of Friendship" 88th Grand Session and to once more share this place in the East with SisterEleanor, and to be able to extend to you a very warm welcome and thank you for your support and for taking the time to come and visit us and bring greetings from the many jurisdictions across Canada and the United States of America. We hope your stay with us has been memorable and your trip home safe.

The Grand Choir gave a lovely rendition of “Land of New Brunswick” .

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 and Worthy Grand Patron were presented west of the Altar for the final time.

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Eleanor Linton, Past Grand MatronSister Joyce, Worthy Grand Matron, it is hard to believe that a year

has past since I was standing where you are now. We have gotten to know each other more over the past few years and I hope our friendship will continue to grow for many years to come. I hope your year in the Grand East has been all you hoped for. In a few short hours you will be joining the ranks of the Past Grands and I will gladly relinquish my place at the end of the line.

You and Brother Ross have served this Grand Chapter well.Brother Ross, Worthy Grand Patron, you have been a great travel

buddy over the past couple years and I hope we can continue to travel together for some time to come.

I hope you both have enjoyed your year as much as I did. We welcome you both to the Past Grands Association.

Brother Robert.

Robert McInnes, Past Grand PatronWorthy Grand Matron Sister Joyce and Worthy Grand Patron,

Brother Ross, on behalf of Grand Chapter, Congratulations to you both for a successful year. You made a wonderful couple, and it was nice to see how well you worked together for our Grand Chapter. Sister Joyce I'm looking forward to having you back!! Between us both it has been a tad busy, now we can go back to getting down and dirty, pulling weeds, the poor garden has been neglected for far too long.

Worthy Grand Matron Sister Joyce and Worthy Grand Patron Brother Ross, thank you for honour of having Sister Eleanor and I open this the final "Rainbow's of Friendship" Grand Chapter Session.

Sister Eleanor presented Sister Joyce with her gavel to use at her final session.

The Grand Officers assumed their stations for the final time.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronSister Eleanor and Brother Robert, thank you for opening our last

“Rainbow’s of Friendship” Grand Chapter Session. Sister Eleanor we have come to know each other over the years and I want you know how much I have appreciated your Rainbow of friendship. Brother Robert, I have been so fortunate and sometimes frustrated to have you at my back to guide and support me throughout this past year thank you for all you have done for me. Sister Eleanor our journey

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to this point will soon end and we will soon join you as Past Grands. Thank you for all your support, please accept this gift as a token of appreciation.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronThank you, Sister Eleanor and Brother Robert, for opening this

evening and last Rainbows of Friendship Sessions. You both have been a true gift to Sister Joyce and myself. I will cherish your Friendships forever. Sister Eleanor what can I say except for all the fun we have had traveling together over the last few years and really getting to know you and hope we will travel together many more times. Brother Robert, I must thank you for all your help in helping Sister Joyce and myself getting ready for this Grand Sessions.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronSisters and Brothers, Welcome to our final “Rainbow’s of

Friendship” Grand Chapter Session. Thank you for coming and for your patience and attention throughout these sessions.

A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronSisters and Brothers welcome to the closing of the 88th Grand

Chapter of New Brunswick, Order of the Eastern Star 2017-18 Grand Sessions.

The Worthy Grand Matron and I sincerely hope you have enjoyed our Sessions. We now look forward to the Installation of our new Grand Chapter Officers.

INVOCATIONLynn Hutchin, Past Grand Matron

Let us bow our heads in prayer.Heavenly Father, we give thanks for all of your blessings that you

have bestowed upon our Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron and their Grand Family as they come to the close of the “Rainbows of Friendship” session.

We thank you for the dedication of our members, who work tirelessly supporting our Eastern Star Charities, as well as community’s benefits. May we continue to work for the good of the Order.

Bless those who are unable to be with us and give comfort to those who are sick and in distress. We ask your blessing on the new slate of Officers who will be installed very shortly.

Watch over us as we make our way home so that we may look

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forward to returning another year to continue in Thy service and for the good of our Order.

All of this we ask in thy name’s sake. Amen

Presentation of Distinguished Guests.Elected Grand Officers of Other Jurisdictions

Darlene Amirault, Associate Grand Matron – Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island

Ken Conrod, Associate Grand Patron – Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island

Grand Representatives of Other Jurisdictions in NB:Bill Donald - BoliviaFaye Gilks - Mississippi

The minutes of the Saturday afternoon session were read. It was moved by Doug Swan, PGP and Grand Secretary, that they be approved. They were approved as read.

The final report of the Credential Committee was given by Beverley Lyons, PM.

FINAL REPORT OF CREDENTIAL COMMITTEE

Grand Officers of New Brunswick 16

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 0

General Grand Chapter Committee Members and Ambassadors 0Worthy Grand Matrons & Worthy Grand Patrons

of other Grand Jurisdictions 7

Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of New Brunswick 34

Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons of other Grand Jurisdictions 23

Elected Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 8

Appointed Grand Officers of other Grand Jurisdictions 3

General Grand Chapter Special Appointments 1

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Grand Officers Emeritus 0

Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in New Brunswick 24

Grand Representative of New Brunswick in other Grand Jurisdictions 10Grand Representative of other Grand Jurisdictions in other Grand

Jurisdictions 5

Special Appointments of the MWGM &MWGP 1District Deputy Grand Matrons of New Brunswick & Others 1Voting Members of New Brunswick (Other than those listed above) 81Members of other grand Jurisdictions (other than those listed above) 28New Brunswick Chapters represented 14Grand Jurisdictions represented 15Total Order of the Eastern Star Members registered 250

Respectfully submittedBeverly Lyons, PM (33) ChairmanMargaret Jagoe, PGM, (44)Ruth Bishop, (37)

Beverley Lyons, PM, Chairperson, moved the adoption of this Report. It was seconded by Margaret Jagoe, PGM. The report was adopted as read.

Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronSister Beverley, it doesn’t seem so long ago when I asked you to

join the Credentials Committee and here you are presenting the committees final report. Thank you and your committee for the attention to detail in presenting these numbers to us each day and making sure the registrations and reports were accurate.

Thank you so much Sister Beverley and your committee for a job well done.

Farewell Address Joyce McInnes, Worthy Grand MatronWorthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter Committee

Members, Past Grand Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, Distinguished Guests, Sisters, Brothers: Let me begin my closing remarks by thanking everyone here for the love and support I have received throughout this Rainbow’s of Friendship Grand Session. My journey to this point has been filled with warm hospitality and many lasting friendships that I will always remember and treasure for many years.

In preparing for the challenges ahead when you become a Grand

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Officer it is always good and comforting to know that you have the love, support and encouragement of your peers who have led the way before you. So thank you PGM’s Sister Peggy Jagoe, Sister Lynda Swan and Sister Eleanor Linton.

To come this far takes more behind the scene management than you can imagine! It comes in the form of Conveners, who take the time to guide and prepare you for the responsibilities that come with taking a Grand Chapter Office. Sister Debbie Hill and Brother Doug Swan take this responsibility seriously and have supported and guided me to the Grand East even when I have been a bit awkward to deal with. No question or request went unanswered and every bit of encouragement and support came when I need it most. Thank you both

The members of Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33 have been so very special to me, I can never thank them enough for all the work they have done to make this year so memorable. For many years including this one you will find them selling the wonderful OES fashions with you in mind and all for charity. St. Stephen Chapter #8, thank you for hosting the Maine in New Brunswick Grand Family Exchange you were wonderful hosts and thank you for being so warm and welcoming when I was made an honorary member on my Official Visit to your Chapter. To the Worthy Matrons and Patrons of 2017-18, thank you for your hospitality and welcomes during our Official Visits I am so pleased to see many of you here this week to be part of these sessions as pages and guards your presence is so important to the success of these sessions.

Brother Ross and I are so very proud of our Grand Officers and Assistants, they were so much fun to be with when traveling and took their office seriously when working for our Grand Chapter. I am so proud of the elected Officers who will soon take on this role in the East Sister Judy and Brother Kevin, Sister Charlotte and Brother Ron, Sister Lynda and Brother Darrell, I wish you well as we go forward good luck and safe and memorable travels.

Over the past three years there has been two men in my life and I’m not kidding!! The first is my husband PGP Brother Robert, who has been so very helpful to me having just finished his year as WGP. He has been my right hand my go to person on a daily basis especially over the past year and the amazing thing is we are still talking and enjoying life together!! Brother Ross has been the “other” man who I have enjoyed having with me in the West and in the East, what a trip!! So glad you were here with me to enjoy the ride!! I will always

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remember our year and the fun times we had. Thank you, Sister Vickie, Grand Martha for allowing me to give Ross old heck now and again, he didn’t always deserve it but it kept him on his toes. You could tell how effective it was because his ritualistic work was done so very well. But we had fun even though I had to put up with Elvis! I will always have a good friend I can depend on and good memories to relive when we get together.

Thank you, Brother Ross.In closing Let me wish each and every person here this evening

safe travels on your Eastern Star Journey and may everyone you meet be as kind and thoughtful as you. Thank you.

Farewell Address A. Ross MacLeod, Worthy Grand PatronThis being my farewell speech as your Worthy Grand Patron, I

have many thank you’s to extend. First, Worthy Grand Matron, I must thank you for accepting me as

your Worthy Grand Patron and guiding me through the year. The friendship that Sister Vicki and myself have made with you and Brother Robert, I will cherish forever.

Thank you to the members of the Grand Chapter of New Brunswick for allowing me to be your Worthy Grand Patron this last year. I really enjoyed myself. Also, thanks to the subordinate Chapters for opening their doors of their chapter rooms when we made our official visit or just a surprise visit.

To the elected officers, thank you for being there whether it was an official visit to a subordinate chapter, a surprise visit, or at an exchange that we were involved in. You all made me proud.

To you Sister Judy and Brother Kevin, I wish you both well during your year as the head of this Grand Chapter. I will support you both as you have supported me and Sister Joyce.

To the appointed and assistant Grand Officers, the same can applyto this group. Thank you for being there when you were required to be, and all the support that you provided. Some of the trips I made hauling some members of this group to the official visits were memorable. You all can imagine the smell of a peanut butter sandwich being consumed in the back seat. That is one smell I will never forget, because you all know how much I love peanut butter.

To the General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons, and Past Grand Patrons, thank you for your support and all your help, when called upon. Also thank you to Past Grand Matron,

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Sister Eleanor for traveling with me when Sister Vicki was unable to. All I had to do was to make a phone call and you were in the front seat before I could hang up the phone.

Thank you to my wife, Sister Vicki, who was always there to encourage me or to straighten me out. Sometimes the expressions on your face told me that I was wrong and to clean up my act.

To my cousin Barbara Raymont, who is not a member, for designing the back drop for Sister Joyce and myself. Daisy looks great with Barnie looking over her. And Brother Allen for installing the back drop and taking it to the printers to have it printed and to all those that helped with the chapter room setup.

I must also thank our granddaughter Mae for naming Daisy. Daisy traveled well and never missed an official visit ringing her bell to get the officers and Grand Family members in order for picture taking.

I know I will miss the admiration of this office, but I also know that it is time to move on and support other Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons.

Thank you all for attending this session of Rainbows of Friendship.

At 8:00 P.M., 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.

Sister Joyce McInnes, WGM, welcomed the guests and hoped they enjoy the evening.

Bro. Ron Oakley had Sis. Joyce, WGM make the draw for the quilt provided by Sis. Cathy McGinn, PM. The winner was Sis Shawna Wilson, Grand Representative of New Brunswick in Missouri. The proceeds of $531.00 will be going to the Lottie L. Kyle Bursary Fund.

Sister Joyce, Worthy Grand Matron, introduced the Installing Officer, Sister Audrey Sypher, PGM of New Brunswick, who introducedher Installing Suite.

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INSTALLING SUITEInstalling Grand Officer Lynne Hatt, PGM Assisted by Elaine I. MacLean, PGP

Betty Danks, PGMShirley MacDonald, PGM

Associate Grand Matron Debbie Hill, PGMAssociate Grand Patron Ebby Kuhn, PGPGrand Treasurer Ronald Oakley, PGPGrand Secretary Lynda Swan, PGMGrand Conductress Lynn Hutchin, PGMAssociate Grand Conductress Ann Lister, PGMGrand Chaplain Marjorie Colton, PGMGrand Marshal Donna McEwen, PGMGrand Organist Norma Joyce Caswell, PMGrand Adah Mildred Homer, PGMGrand Ruth E. Jean Duncan, PGMGrand Esther Ann Morton, PGMGrand Martha Donna Allen, PGMGrand Electa Margaret (Peggy) Jagoe, PGMGrand Warder Carol Sutherland, PGMGrand Sentinel Laurie Bishop, PGP

Soloist for WGM Brenda Whitney, PMSoloist for WGP Eleanor Linton, PGMSoloist for Chaplain Pam Coombs, PM

Official Prompter Donald Williams, PGPOfficial Photographer Gordon Rattray, PP

A short recess was called to prepare for the Installation of Grand Officers.

The Grand Officers of 2017-2018 retired for the final time.

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INSTALLATION OF GRAND OFFICERS2018 - 2019

Worthy Grand MatronWorthy Grand Patron Associate Grand Matron

Associate Grand Patron Grand Secretary Grand Treasurer Grand Conductress Associate Grand Conductress Grand Chaplain Grand Marshal Grand Organist Grand Adah Grand Ruth Grand Esther Grand Martha Grand Electa Grand Warder Grand Sentinel

AssistantsAssistant to the Grand MarshalAssistant to the Grand Organist

Judy Donnelly, PM (44)Kevin Wilson, PP (3)Charlotte Jansen-Bateman, PM (37)Ronald Keith Bateman, PP (37)Doug Swan, PGP (1)Don Williams, PGP (36)Lynda Williams, PM (36)Barbara Greenlaw, PM (8)Donald Taylor, PP (18)Reg Murray, PP (26)Brenda Whitney, PM (44)Irene Knowles, PM (5)Cindy Wilson, PM (3)Lanah Rattray, PM (19)Wendy Oakley, PM (26)Helen Cormier-Stewart, PM (44)Ronald Sutherland (8)Darrell A Munn, PP (37)

James Hanley (15)Mary Pelletier, PM (5)

ACCEPTANCE ADDRESS OF WORTHY GRAND MATRONSister Judy Donnelly

Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers, Family and Friends.

Humbly, I stand before you this evening accepting with honour the title of Worthy Grand Matron of New Brunswick. I am willing to work hard to fulfill my duties to keep our Jurisdiction in a seamless process. I will do my best to nurture and protect all the seeds that have been planted by Sister Joyce McInnes our Junior PGM and Brother Ross Macleod our Junior PGP. Now that your year is coming to a close, I wish for each of you some vacation time and much needed rest. I will

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not be alone as Brother Kevin Worthy Grand Patron will be by my side. Congratulations Brother Kevin for accepting the position. I remember when you were installed just last year. We both know together is better, so we can work diligently to attain our goals. It seems like yesterday I began my journey to the East-here I am. Thank you for your support and confidence that you have placed in me. I trust you will not be disappointed.

Some 41 years ago I became a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in the former Prince Charles Chapter #27. My husband and I had three young children and every step we took away from the house, we needed a baby sitter. In just a few months I was sewing a long white dress and studying the Star point Ruth—the next step Associate Conductress. Eventually my mom and her three daughters became members of this Order, strengthening our family bond.

The late Sister Margaret Adams always said, “It’s the cheapest education you can get, you learn how to memorize – again, to plan a function, to set a table for a hundred people and the list goes on”, I know she was right.

The wonderful relationships I have found in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and PEI, in Maine and throughout the USA have blossomed into close fraternal ties. It always amazes me when I meet someone I have not seen in a few years and it is like we spoke just yesterday, that is a special bond we have as Members of the Order of the Eastern Star. Your smiles and hugs and famous!

My year is dedicated to my late Sister Joan, who with crushed bones in her left forearm was able to live a happy and productive life because of our Shriners, even in 1940.That is why I have chosen the Shriners Transportation Fund as my Special project. This transportation fund is essential for children requiring orthopedic medical or surgical needs up to the age of 18 years. They secure the expertise of Physicians from the Shriners Hospital at the Outreach Clinic in Bathurst at the Chaleur Regional Hospital. They may require a flight to Montrealor to the Burn Unit in Boston to suite their medical needs. The Shriners were the most important people in our families’ lives because they helped Joan. Perhaps this is why my three brothers became Shriners. As a young girl, I was told it was the Shriners who fixed Joan’s arm. As a fund raiser, we have decided to sell tickets on a ladies pearl necklace and a gentlemen’s wrist watch. These tickets will be available to be purchased from Brother Mark Knowles before our first grand family visit. They will be sold for the entire year and the luck winners will be announced at our Celebration of Stars Grand Chapter 2019. Brother

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Kevin will be informing you of his special project as we are working together, and the funds will be shared.

The title “Celebration of Stars” is my way of saying “Everyone is a Star”. We should all be celebrated in our Chapters and please do not forget those Members who are unable to attend the meetings. This could be your Labour of Love, to be in contact with those Members who are unable to attend the Star functions by simply a phone call or a visit to keep them up to date. Just because they aren’t present, they should not be forgotten. The Star is so significant in our way of living. We do things for people without thinking of repayment. For example, those who knit and crochet are very talented people and I would like to see that talent tuned into a labour of love by creating a shoulder shawl for our Grand Chapter Session next year. This yarn can be my labour of love as I will bring yarn to your Chapter on our official visits. The Order of the Eastern Star is truly a Labour of Love.

I have chosen the cup as my symbol, and Electa is my Honoured Station in memory of my Sister Joan.

And now it is time to say Thank You to so many Stars who have guided and supported me. You know who you are, and you will always be special to me! Sister Audrey, Sister Betty, Sister Sherry, you told me that if I ever let my name stand you would be my conveners. So, the job is yours!

Sister Audrey, thank you for installing me this evening. You always prepare yourself for any task, you are my “sunshine”.

Sister Betty, thank you for your perfect work this evening, you are always prepared for any task that comes along, you are my” ray of hope”.

Sister Elaine I MacLean, thank you for your perfect work and participation as you installed members of our Grand Family.

You are my Friend. Sister Donna, thank you for installing our Grand Family this

evening. Your floor work is impeccable.Sister Sherry, you are a lady who has so many talents, and I am so

glad that you are my friend, as well as my sister in Star.Sister Shirley, thank you for installing our Star Points. You signed

my petition for OES, so you are responsible for me being here tonight.Sister Marjorie, thank you for being Chaplain. You followed me in

joining OES but I will follow you after next year.Sister Norma, thank you for learning to play the keyboard because

you are an asset and we love you.To the Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons who have filled

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the stations for our Grand Officers, I thank you from the bottom of my heart, you are my Stars. A donation will be made to our special project in lieu of gifts.

To our Elected Grand Family Officers-May your brain be sharp, your fingers agile on your computer and may you do your work with love.

To our Appointed Grand Family Officers and Assistants— I wish to introduce Brother Jim Hanley as Assistant to the Grand Marshal and Sister Mary Pelletier Assistant to the Grand Organist. You are the chosen ones because you are special and suited to your station. May you enjoy your year, be eager to learn, travel safe and do it all with love. We are so proud of you for accepting these positions. Thank you!

Would the Members of Miramichi Chapter #44 please rise---Your work is not done yet, we have one more year. Thank you for your dedication and support. It is heartwarming to see you all here. Safe travels home.

There is one more person I wish to acknowledge Sister Brenda Whitney.

Thank you so much for your music, my favourite song, your computer work and for just being you.

Now I have left the best for the last---my family and friends …..I have three brothers and two sisters (Joan- Deceased). My younger Sister, Sister Margaret Bremner-McNelly from Maine, Brothers Norman and Joyce Bremner, Bruce Bremner, his friend Sister Joan Flann, Leon and Carolyn Bremner. Cousin Marion (Williston) and Doug MacLean.

I have three children and six Grand children-Kari who lives in Fort McMurray with Hannah (19), Jim (18) and Brigid (14)----Heather lives in Toronto and Mark his wife Shannon with Caleb(16) ,Cole (14) and Jonah (6yrs)

Thank you all for coming this evening and for your support. May your journey home be safe. I will always remember—

“I know you because I joined The Order of the Eastern Star”.

ACCEPTANCE ADDRESS OF WORTHY GRAND PATRONBrother Kevin Wilson

Worthy Grand Patron, General Grand Chapter Committee Members, Past Grand Matrons, Past Grand Patrons, Distinguished East, Sisters and Brothers, Family and Friends. Good evening.

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This is unusual for me. I don’t prepare text but I have prepared a few things this evening that I will share with you. I thank all Sisters and Brothers for electing me and for supporting me. We will make this a Celebration of Stars.

Congratulations Sister Judy. It has been a longer journey for you than for me. I am glad we were brought together to share the star trail. You got me off my seat so quickly, you have made me feel so partof the process, I thank you for that. I am honoured to share the East with you. I so look forward to our Grand Family, our schools our exchanges and all the ventures to come. (he presented a gift to Sister Judy - a pewter pot engraved).

To our Installing Suite, thank you for a wonderful job. Thank you, Sister Elaine I. MacLean, for installing me. You gave me a job as Chaplain at Celestial Chapter. Being Chaplain in the Chapter lead me to being Grand Chaplain which led me to being here.

Lots of thank you’s. Norma Caswell. She was organist at our wedding. Thank you, Sister Eleanor Linton, for singing - all 3 soloists did an outstanding job.

To our appointed officers first, thank you for agreeing to serve with us in representing New Brunswick this year. To the elected, thank you. I know our travels will be always entertaining. Sister Charlotte, BrotherRon, Brother Darrell and Sister Barb, congratulations for putting your name forward.

To our 2 Chapters, first Celestial Chapter # 3. You have been supportive of Cindy and I since we joined. To Sister Norma Jean and Brother Phil. Your encouragement from day 1, we thank you. Debbie, Doug Cawker Paul and Lorraine Fullarton and E. Jean Duncan, thank you for encouragement and positivity. To members of Devon Chapter #37, you have been so welcoming. Thank you everyone for your support and encouragement.

I want to thank all Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons for their advice and encouragement. Just a quick note, I asked Brother John Murray if he had any advice and he said “just be yourself”, I asked him if he thought they might be ready for that? Sister Mildred Homer, thank you for making our vests as well as for all that you do - hosting curling and making 2 newcomers feel welcome.

To my family, Sister Cindy. Thank you for our support. To my children who could not be here. To family and friends here. Brother Gary and his wife Heather, Brother in-law Ron Cloney and his wife Lynn. Good friend, Joel MacDonald, who got me involved in Masonry.My sister could not be here – she has been a great influence and is

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responsible for me getting involved in working with mentally challenged kids. This led to my special project, Special Olympics.

Sister Judy and I have projects that help children. Special Olympics and Shriners help children. We are not selling pins this year. We have a pewter Christmas ornament that we will be selling and splitting the money between the two projects.

Finally Sister Joyce, Brother Ross. I enjoyed working with and for you.

Life is not about being rich, being popular, being highly educated -it is about being real, being humble, being loving and being kind. Thank you, Sisters and Brothers.

PRESENTATION OF JEWELSJoyce McInnes, Junior Past Grand Matron, was presented her Past

Grand Matron's Jewel, by Sister Mildred Homer, GGCCM and PGM of New Brunswick (on behalf of Clinton Shaffer), and by Robert McInnes, PGP, her husband. She was presented with Sister Hilda Shaffer’s Past Grand Matrons jewel.

Mildred Homer, GGCCMPast Grand Matron, Sister Joyce. First let me congratulate you on

being in the position of Past Grand Matron. You have worked hard and deserve the honour that goes with this special recognition. BrotherClinton Shaffer, PGP, has asked me to present you with Sis Hilda Shaffer’s Past Grand Jewel. It is indeed an honour for me to do that. A Past Grand Matrons jewel is highly cherished by any Past Grand Matron and is part of their attire for any meeting. Probably no past Grand Matron or Past Grand Patron is here tonight without their jewel on. You will have the pleasure of wearing Sister Hilda Shaffer’s PGM jewel, she wore it proudly and went many miles as she travelled many miles promoting the Order of the Eastern Star.

I would like to thank Brother Clinton and yourself for giving me the honour in participating in its presentation. I will now give it to your loving husband.

Brother Robert pinned the jewel on Sister Joyce.Sister Joyce accepted the jewel and will wear it with pride.

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The travelling jewel was presented to Judy, WGM by Joyce McInnes, Junior Past Grand Matron.

Sister Judy thanked Sister Joyce and said she would wear the jewel with pride.

Ross MacLeod, Junior Past Grand Patron, received his Past Grand Patron's Jewel from his wife, Sister Vicki, and Sister Jean Christie, his aunt He is receiving the jewel of his grandfather, Brother WallaceHyslop, Past Grand Patron in 1962. Brother Wallace was a member of St. Stephen #8.

Sister Jean ChristieBrother Ross and Nephew Ross, I am so proud of you and I know

my dad would be doubly proud. Congratulations.

Brother Ross said he will wear his grandfather’s jewel with pride.

Announcements –The Grand Officers have a meeting at 9:00 AM in the Prince Edward

Room.School of Instruction for the Grand Officers will be next Saturday,

July 15th at Masonic Hall hosted by Lord Beaverbrook Chapter #33. Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons are invited to attend.

Reception is in the ballroom. There will be a receiving line at the close of Grand Chapter followed by a reception for all to attend.

The Provincial School of Instruction is the 29th of July, hosted by Celestial Chapter #3 in Fredericton.

The International Weekend is the 4th and 5th of November.

The Membership present sang the closing ode “Go Now In Peace”.The Bible was closed informally by the Grand Conductress and the benediction Mizpah was said. The Grand Chaplain said grace.

The Flags were retired.

The Grand Marshal called these Grand Chapter Sessions from labour to rest, to reconvene at the Fredericton Inn, Fredericton, NB on July 11, 2019.

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CELEBRATION OF STARS SESSIONJuly 11, 12, and 12th, 2019

DEDICATION

WORTHY GRAND MATRON:“Christmas is in the Air”

When you attend our Grand Chapter Session in July 2019, you may be surprised to see a Christmas Scene. Christmas is my most favourite time of the year. I have always enjoyed baking my family's favourite sweets. The smell of turkey baking in the oven, the Christmas tree lights with all their all their magical glory and Elvis singing in the background, “I'll Be Home For Christmas”.

My granddaughter of four years said to me, “Nannie you have a pretty Christmas home”. It made me realize, I was just a kid at heart.

Sister Judy, W.G.M

WORTHY GRAND PATRON:“Christmas to Me”.

For me, like most people, Christmas is a time of New Beginnings, Celebrations, Friends and most of all Family. Fond memories of my family growing up as a boy in Saint John and of my family growing up in Fredericton.

For me growing with three other sibling, two older and one younger (making me a middle child may explain a few things) was wonderful. I grew up believing in Santa Claus and secretly still do. Going to bed on Christmas Eve seeing a barren Christmas tree standing in the corner, no decorations on it or presents under and waking up at some very early hour Christmas morning to see it a blaze with colour and brilliance andpresents with bows and ribbons from Santa was so exciting.

Asking Santa for a CCM bicycle never believing it could ever happen and there it was in all its shining glory and the terminally long wait to spring to ride. To find real goalie gear, goalie pads, a trapper, a blocker and mask just like a real goalie how inspiring. Hall of Fame here I come.

But most of ALL Family, our traditional turkey dinner with the trimmings, dressing and gravy and deserts gives such great smell. Visiting Grandparents, all of whom have pasted but the memories never fade.

Sister Cindy and I having children, Marcus and Lindsay and creating

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our own traditions. Decorating the tree, lights and tinsel and ornaments each with their own favorite, and the “Star” on top. We have had the same star that has been glued, taped, rewired so many times over the years, I’m not sure how Christmas’s now, but it has always been our guiding “Star”. Having our two wonderful children the greatest gifts of all. Watching their faces, their excitement, Christmas really is for children, but are we not all children at heart.

For us Christmas is everyday because we could never ask for or conceive a greater gift. We are so blessed.

Brother Kevin, W.G.P.

Scripture: WGM: Psalm 23WGP: 1 Timothy 7:5

Motto: Always be humble and kind.

Aim: Doing good things for others with a loving heart.

Watchwords: WGM: Labour of LoveWGP: Laughing, Caring and Unity

Emblems: WGM: The CupWGP: The Dove and The Cross Swords

Honour Stations: WGM: ElectaWGP: Warder and Sentinel

Colours: Blue, Yellow, White, Green and Red

Special Projects:WGM: NB Shriner’s TransportationWGP: NB Special Olympics

Hymns: All Things Bright and BeautifulAlways Be Humble and KindBecause He LivesHe's Got the Whole World In His HandI've Got Peace Like A RiverWill You Come and Follow Me Walk With Me

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What A Friend We Have In JesusO Master Let Me Walk With Thee

Songs One Little CandleI Have a DreamLove Me TenderBlue Suede ShoesAll Christmas Songs

Flowers: WGM: Red roses and all flowersWGP: Lilies and African Violets

Fun Symbols: WGM: Angel, Nurses Cap and Tea PotsWGP: Lion and Coca-Cola paraphernalia

Projects: All Grand Chapter and General Grand Chapter Projects

SPECIAL EVENTS

July 28, 2018 2pm 18th Annual OES and Friends Picnic at the home ofLynne Hatt, 74 Artemus Hatt Road, L'Etang, St. George NB.

September 22, 2018 - Maine in New Brunswick, hosted by Miramichi #44 at St. James and St. John United Church Centre at 557 King George Highway, Miramichi.

September 29, 2018 - Provincial School of Instruction hosted by Celestial #3, Fredericton NB.

October 13, 2018 New Brunswick in Maine, Hosted by Tilikum Chapter in Ashland, Maine. Detailed letter will be sent to each chapter.

February 15-16, 2019 Funspiel in Miramichi, Hosted by Miramichi #44 and Celestial #3 Detailed letter will be sent to each chapter.

March 30th, 2019 Maritime Exchange in Nova Scotia. Details to follow.

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COMMITTEES

CREDENTIALS: Margaret Jagoe, PGM, (44) Ruth Bishop, (37)

Annie Watson, PM (5)

DISTRIBUTION: Marjorie Colton, PGM (44)Nancy Keirstead, PGM (19)

Ron Oakley, PGP (26)

JURISPRUDENCE: Allan Gillis, GGCCM (37)Elaine I. MacLean, PGM (3)

Betty Danks, PGM (24)

CONSTITUTION AND LAWS Donna Allen, PGM (26)Ron Jagoe, PGP (44)

Joyce McInnes, PGM (33)

GRIEVANCES AND APPEALS Lynda Swan, PGM (1)Mildred Homer, GGCCM (5)

John Murray, GGCCM (26)

UNFINISHED BUSINESS Jeanne Wheelock, PGM (8) Ray Kraglund, OGO (24)

Shirley MacDonald, PGM (44)

FINANCE: Ann Morton, PGM (19)Robert McInnes, PGP (33)

Lynn Hutchin, PGM (35)

COMMISSIONER OF TRIALS: Ann Lister, PGM (35)Eleanor Linton, PGM (8)Laurie Bishop, PGP (37)

NECROLOGY: Jean Kelly, PM (44)Connie MacPherson, PM (37)Brenda J. Saunders, PGM (36)

AUDIT: Ebby Kuhn, PGP (37)E. Jean Duncan, PGM (3)

Carol Sutherland, PGM (8)

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COMMITTEES

LOTTIE L KYLE SCHOLARSHIP AND EDUCATIONAL FUND:

Brenda Whitney, PM (44)Ross MacLeod, PP (8)

Eleanor Butland, PM (19)Ann McLellan, PM (1)

Bonnie Anderson, PM (3)

ESTARL: Kaye Southard, PM (15)Dorothy Stewart, PM (24)

Rosalie Clifford, PM (35)Candace Duplisea, PM (24)

Colin Allen, PP (26)

INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS

Leigh Manning, PP (5)Sally Donald, PM (44)

Linda Cogswell, PGM (36)

MEMBERSHIP: Anne Murray, PM (26)Donald J. Taylor, PP (18)Gertrude Wilson, PM (1)

OES MAGAZINE Don Williams, PGP (36)Donna Allen, PGM (26)Dorothy Allan, PM (18)

INVESTMENT COMMITTEE Norma Jean Belyea, PGM (3) Donna McEwen, PGM (24)

EASTERN STAR JOURNAL Judy Gilliss, PM (1)Paul Fullarton, PP (3)Kim Brown, PM (36)

WEB ADVISORY Lynne Hatt, GGCCM (15)Winnie Bateman, PM (26)

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NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF PAST GRAND MATRONSThe Year in Which They Were Elected

Since Organization of Grand Chapter, November 5th, 1930*Deceased +Suspended xDemitted

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, Woodstock 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, Woodstock No. 7*1963 Fredericton, Vola Barker, Fredericton No. 3*1964 Fredericton, Mildred Trenholme, Port Elgin No. 11*1965 Moncton, Elva Godfrey, Saint John No. 18*

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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, Rothesay, No. 33*1970 Saint John, Rhoda Steeves, Moncton No. 36*1971 Moncton, Blanche Grant, St. George No. 15*1972 St. Andrews, Glenna Taylor, Lower Derby 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. 241977 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, Kouchebouquac, No. 27*1981 Chatham, F. Pauline Allan, 987 Manawagonish Road,

Saint John E2M 3X2 (672-2681) No. 181982 Saint John, Jean Scott, Bathurst No. 22*1983 Bathurst, Norma Jean Belyea, 362 Victoria Street, Apt. 307,

Fredericton, E3B 1W6 (457-0789) No. 31984 Fredericton, Jacquie Boutilier, 25 Vista Drive, Moncton

E1A 4L6 (382-3217) No. 361985 Moncton, Margaret McCully, 9 Wayne Terrace,

Saint John E2M 5Z1 (672-3774) No. 181986 Saint John, Florence Wilson, Quispamsis No. 33*1987 Sussex, Jeanne Wheelock, 36 Center Drive, Orrington, ME

04474 ((207) 825-3752) No. 81988 St. Stephen, Betty Danks, 343 Goderich Street, Dalhousie

E8C 1V1 (684-4933) No. 241989 Saint John, Jean Belding, Fredericton No. 3*1990 Fredericton, Ann Lister, 386 Frog Lake Road, Harvey,

York Co., E6K 2G4 (366-5355) No. 351991 Fredericton, Joan Hicks, Riverview No. 1*1992 Woodstock, Hilda Shaffer, Riverview No. 19*1993 Moncton, Hazel Harris, Bathurst, No. 22*1994 Bathurst, Brenda I. Taylor, Saint John No. 18*1995 Saint John, Brenda J. Saunders, 214 Downey Avenue

Riverview E1B 1W7 (386-3595) (854-0401) No. 361996 Moncton, Shirley MacDonald, 255 O’Keefe Road,

Miramichi E1V 6J3 (773-6685) No. 27

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1997 Fredericton, Rose Scott, Moncton No. 36*1998 Moncton, Audrey Sypher, 172 Morris Street, Miramichi

E1V 0A2 (836-9083) No. 241999 Moncton, Ann Morton, 1075 Route 114, Lower Coverdale

E1J 1A1 (386-8626) No. 192000 Moncton, Carol Sutherland, 1231 Route 127, Rollingdam

E5C 2W2 (466-4077) No. 82001 Fredericton, Debbie Hill, 101 Hilltop Drive, Fredericton

E3A 2J3 (472-2402) No. 372002 Fredericton, Leitha Holmes, Four Falls, No. 9 and No. 1*2003 Fredericton, Marjorie Colton, 16-28 Heritage Road,

Miramichi E1N 3C2 (773-7875) No. 272004 Fredericton, Donna Allen, 1345 Route 955, Murray Corner

E4M 3H6 (538-2672) No. 112005 Fredericton, Elaine MacLean, 39 Sherry’s Lane, Fredericton

E3C 1L8 (454-9555) No. 32006 Fredericton, Donna McEwen, 9 Matheson St, Apt 13

Campbellton, E3N 3P8 (759-9893) No. 24 2007 Fredericton, Lynne Hatt, 74 Artemus Hatt Road, L’Etang

E5C 2B7 (755-6157) No 152008 Fredericton, Linda Cogswell, 203 Wood Lane, Fredericton

E3B 7N9 (206-1151) No. 372009 Fredericton, Lynn Hutchin, 4482 Route 640, York Co., Harvey E6K 2X5 (366-5538), No. 35

2010 Fredericton, Sherry Mitton, 923 Picot Avenue, Unit #1Bathurst, E2A 4T7 (546-6345), No. 22

2011 Fredericton, Mildred Homer, 33 Converse Lane,Riverview E1B 5J3 (386-6535) No. 5

2012 Fredericton, E. Jean Duncan., 41 Sheffield Ct., FrederictonE3B 4M9 (455-7487) No. 3

2013 Fredericton, Nancy Keirstead, 49 Caledonia Rd, Hopewell Hill, E4H 3K4 (882-2023) No 19

2014 Fredericton, Margaret (Peggy) Jagoe, 8053 Route 11,Stonehaven E2A 5N9 (546-3934) No. 22

2015 Fredericton, Lynda Swan, 169 St. John St., WoodstockE7M 2T9 (328-6929) No. 1

2016 Fredericton, Eleanor Linton, 268 Ledge Road, Crocker Hill, NBE3L 3Z8 (466-3487) No. 8

2017 Fredericton, Joyce McInnes, 248 Kennebecasis River Road, Hampton E5N 6K9 (832-5591) No. 33

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NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF PAST GRAND PATRONSThe 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. 9x1952 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. 38x1960 Fredericton, W.T.F. Johnston, Saint John No. 14*1961 Newcastle, Wallace Hyslop, Moores Mills No. 8*1962 Saint John, Alexander MacCallum, Hamilton, Ont No. 34*1963 Woodstock, Austin Steeves, Moncton No. 36*1964 Fredericton, Donald W. Kyle, Riverview No. 19*1965 Moncton, Bernard Oliver, Fredericton No. 37*1966 Saint John, Howard Saunders, Rothesay No. 33*

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1967 St. Andrews, Everett McKinnon, Tide Head No. 24*1968 Bathurst, W. Burton Scott, Saint John No. 14*1969 Moncton, H. Douglas Ball, Fredericton Junction No. 12*1970 Saint John, Robert Jackson, St. Stephen 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, Moncton No. 5*1984 Fredericton, DeWitt Lister, Harvey Station No. 35*1985 Moncton, Stuart Norton, Fredericton No. 22*1986 Saint John, Clinton Shaffer, 81 Charyl Court, Riverview

E1B 4C6 (387-7117) No. 191987 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, Moncton 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. 91995 Saint John, Elderic Thorne, Minto No. 30*1996 Moncton, Dale Nicklin, 12 Pebbles Beach Lane,

Pond Stream E3A 4A2 (327-8091) No. 371997 Fredericton, Carr Graham, Moncton No. 26*1998 Moncton, Murray Clouston, 4489 Cape Hwy, Salmon Beach

E2A 6C3 (546-6504) No. 221999 Moncton, Gordon Steeves, 38 Patience Lane, # 318

Fredericton E3B 0K4 (455-1096) No. 232000 Moncton, Charles Rafuse, St. George No. 15 *2001 Fredericton, Doug Swan, 169 St. John Street, Woodstock

E7M 2T9 (328-6929) No. 1

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2002 Fredericton, Ronald Jagoe, 8053 Route 11, StonehavenE2A 5N9 (546-3934) No. 22

2003 Fredericton, Evan Thomas, Riverview, No. 26*2004 Fredericton, John Murray, 3803 Route 132, Scoudouc

E4P 3M5 (532-2906) No. 262005 Fredericton, Ambury Newman, Miramichi No. 42*2006 Fredericton, Graham Vincent, 9 MacLean Street, Charlo

E8E 2M7 (684-3887) No. 242007 Fredericton, Burton Hall, Utopia9 No. 15 x2008 Fredericton, Bob King, 1221 Logan St. East, Sarnia ON

N7S 1V7 (506-576-7848) No. 262009 Fredericton, Ebby Kuhn, 40 Nashwaak West Road,

Taymouth E6C 1Z8 (367-2965) No. 372010 Fredericton, Ron Oakley, 20 East St, Moncton

E1A 7A1 (383-9665) No. 262011 Fredericton, Allan Gillis, 260 Lower Durham Road,

Durham Bridge E6H 1G9 (260-3161) No. 372012 Fredericton, Donald E. Williams, 13 Harlow St, Unit 4

Salisbury, E4J 0C6 (215-1212) No.362013 Fredericton, Laurie Bishop, 381 Canada Street,

Fredericton, E3A 4A5 (458-8807) No. 372014 Fredericton, Rev. Raymond Kraglund, 211 Boul Perron W,

New Richmond QC G0C 2B0 (418) 392-4274 No. 242015 Fredericton, David Lister, 386 Frog Lake Road, Harvey,

York Co., E6K 2G4 (366-5355) No. 352016 Fredericton, Robert McInnes, 248 Kennebecasis River Road,

Hampton E5N 6K9 (832-5591) No. 332017 A Ross MacLeod, 23 MacLeod Rd., Tower Hill

E5A 2N3 (466-4769) No. 8

*Deceased +Suspended xDemitted

159

GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER OFFICERSORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR - 2015–2018

Helen J. Westmoreland(PGM of Florida)

Most Worthy Grand MatronP.O. Box 68

Valparaiso, FL 32580-0068

Robert C. Penoyer(PGP of Pennsylvania)

Most Worthy Grand Patron16 Franklin Drive

Elizabethtown, PA 17022-3120

Marianne ShenefeltRight Worthy Associate Grand

Matron6426 Main Street

Cheyenne, WY 82009-2611

Henry S. MartinRight Worthy Associate Grand

Patron219 Ponderosa TrailMurphy, TX 75094

Alma Lynn Bane (PGM of Texas)Right Worthy Grand Secretary,

Pro Tem1618 New Hampshire Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20009-2549

Michael E. “Mike” BerryRight Worthy Grand Treasurer

and Right Worthy Grand Trustee Emeritus

5805 Glen Park RoadLouisville, KY 40222-5980

Glenda G. WinchesterRight Worthy Grand

Conductress and Right Worthy Grand Treasurer Emeritus

P.O. Box 70, Six Mile, SC 29682

Billie BradfieldRight Worthy Associate Grand

Conductress4473 North El Paso RoadBullhead City, AZ 86429

Betty J. Briggs, Chairman Right Worthy Grand Trustee and

Right Worthy Grand Secretary Emeritus

2403 Camelot Avenue NWCedar Rapids, IA 52405-2060

Dennis Paul JordanRight Worthy Grand Trustee

354 E. South Bear Creek DriveMerced, CA 95430-9157

160

GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER OFFICERSORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR - 2015–2018

Jo L. CulliferRight Worthy Grand Trustee

47 Hunting Creek WayMidland, GA 31820

F. Lon LowryRight Worthy Grand Sentinel

408 Cool Springs LaneDelaware, OH 43015

JoAnn SheppardWorthy Grand Chaplain4305 Hidden Hill Road

Norman, OK 73072

Joy W. FeitWorthy Grand Marshal

P.O. Box 65387Orange Park, FL 32065-5387

Charlie ChandlerWorthy Grand Organist412 Thornton AvenuePrinceton, WV 24740

Amy WehmeierWorthy Grand Adah

187 Oak Grove School RoadUnion, MO 63084

Judy A. RutterWorthy Grand Ruth

2202 North Beaver StreetYork, PA 17404

Lorraine HoughWorthy Grand EstherRR 4, Site 20, Box 1

Red Deer, AB T4N 5E4CANADA

Tammy ClawsonWorthy Grand Martha

1001 Starkey Road #825Largo, FL 33771

Wilma J. ThompsonWorthy Grand Electa

19819 York RoadParkton, MD 21120

John LayWorthy Grand Warder

6320 Van Cott RoadSalt Lake City, UT 84121-2309

161

GRAND SECRETARIES – ALL JURISDICTIONS

ALABAMA October Janice Lambert Epp, PGM1423 Upper Kingston RoadPrattville, AL 36067

ALBERTA June Mary Lynn Smith#434, 51110 Range Road 212Sherwood Park, AB T8G 1E7

ARIZONA August Diana Houlette, PGMP.O. Box 27967Tempe, AZ 85285

ARKANSAS December Annie Ruth Bryant, PGM3602 Nitawood DriveLittle Rock, AR 72206-6032

AUSTRALIA June Elizabeth TaylorWorthy Grand Secretary 44 Cobbs Hill RoadLower Dromedary TAS 7030Australia

BOLIVIA July Vannia Arze JustinianoCalle Morales No.564 entre calles Cobija y TarijaSanta Cruz, Boliva

BRITISH COLUMBIA& YUKON

June Jean Pifer#68 – 9208 208th StLangley BC V1M 2M9

CALIFORNIA October Tammy Kinzy16850 Bastanchury Rd, Suite CYorba Linda, CA 92886-1608

162

GRAND SECRETARIES – ALL JURISDICTIONS

COLORADO September René Ballinger2495 S. Quebec Street, #60Denver, CO 80231-6068

CONNECTICUT April Marilyn C. Mattoon, PGMPO Box 143Plymouth, CT 06782-0143

DELAWARE May Henrietta R. McKelvey, PGM517 McCabe Ave,Wilmington, DE 19802

DISTRICT OFCOLUMBIA

May Mrs. Dorothy S. Thornley, PGM122 C Street, NW Suite 115 Washington, DC 20001-2109

FLORIDA April Ms. Brenda G. HendricksP. O. Box 35339Panama City, FL 32412-5339

GEORGIA June Betsy Nibeck, PGMP.O. Box 2436Kennesaw, GA 30156-2436

IDAHO June Kathy Rigoli1260 E. Stetson AvePost Falls, ID 83854

ILLINOIS October Damon R. Stotts, PGP P.O. Box 317 Macon, IL 62544-0317

INDIANA June Mrs. Jonny D. Beeler 890 Red Skelton CircleFranklin, IN 46131-2626

163

GRAND SECRETARIES – ALL JURISDICTIONS

IOWA October Nancy J. Ramthum, PGMP.O. Box 72Knoxville, IA 50138-0072

ITALY April Ms. Cinzia De BartoloPiazza Principe Umberto 3580142 Napoli, Italy

KANSAS April Christine M. Hard 320SW 8th Avenue, floor 2Topeka, KS 66603-3912

KENTUCKY September Debbie C. Ballinger, PGM102 E. Washington Street LaGrange, KY 40031

LOUISIANA March Pamela Gill, PGM180 Harvey Gill RoadDeRidder, LA 70634-7304

MAINE May Rheanne E. FrostP.O. Box 459Peru, ME 04290-4523

MANITOBA May Mrs. Maralice Blagden, PGM52-525 Cathcart Street Winnipeg, MB R3R 0S6

MARYLAND April Donna Runyan304 International Circle Cockeysville, MD 21030-1300

MASSACHUSETTS May Karen E. GrabauP.O. Box 600583 Newtonville, MA 02460-0006

164

GRAND SECRETARIES – ALL JURISDICTIONS

MICHIGAN October Jan S. Cross13464 Preston Drive, Suite 250 Marshall, MI 49068-9684

MINNESOTA May Joyce McCurdy, PGM11501 Masonic Home DriveBloomington, MN 55437-9998

MISSISSIPPI April Mr. Larry Woodward, PGPP.O. Box 1071 Louisville, MS 39339-1071

MISSOURI October Debbie L. Olds6033 Masonic Drive, Suite CColumbia, MO 65202-6568

MONTANA June Carol ZehntnerP.O. Box 330White Sulphur Springs, MT 59645-0330

NEBRASKA May Jan E. Thoman, PGM, 301 N. Cotner Blvd, Suite 200 Lincoln, NE 68505-2335

NEVADA October Donna GilesP O Box 1938Lovelock, NV 89419

NEW BRUNSWICK July Doug Swan, PGP169 St. John StreetWoodstock, NB E7M 2T9

165

GRAND SECRETARIES – ALL JURISDICTIONS

NEW HAMPSHIRE August Shelley M. Gullett, PGM32 Sioux AvenueNashua, NH 03063

NEW JERSEY May Patti L. Rhinesmith, PMWGMRight Worthy Grand Secretary111 Finderne AvenueBridgewater, NJ 08807-3101

NEW MEXICO October Debbie Davis, PGMP O Box 6206 Roswell, NM 88203-6206

NEW YORK October Mrs. Karen Marshall-King, PMWGM Most Worthy Grand Secretary Pounder Hall #1061400 Utica StreetOriskany, NY 13424-5437

NORTH CAROLINA June Kay Evans, PGMP. O. Box 97Thomasville, NC 27361-0097

NORTH DAKOTA June Heather Bushaw2415 42nd Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201

NOVA SCOTIA &PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

July Diane Hayman, PGMP O Box 853Westville, NS B0K 2A0

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GRAND SECRETARIES – ALL JURISDICTIONS

OHIO September Michelle Howell, PGM154 Creek RoadClarksville, OH 45113

OKLAHOMA October Leatrice Massey, PGM1415 N. Walnut Guthrie, OK 73044-2003

ONTARIO August Mr. Patrick "Pat" Delaney36 Downpatrick CrescentToronto, Ontario M9R 4A4

OREGON June Connie Harris, PGMP O Box 68257Oak Grove, OR 97268

PENNSYLVANIA June Virginia Lynn Plyler, PGM105 Freemason DriveElizabethtown, PA 17022-3156

PUERTO RICO May Mr. Rafael Rondon200 Calle Sol - #A3San Juan, PR 00901-1302

QUEBEC October Brenda Stone, PGM8 March StreetKnowlton, QC J0E 1V0

RHODE ISLAND October Kathy Newman, PGM65 Ethan StWarwick, RI 02888-3905

167

GRAND SECRETARIES – ALL JURISDICTIONS

SAO PAULO April Ms. Ivonete De Fatima de Paula MartinsRua Dr.Candido Espinheira, 439, apto 21 - PerdizesSao Paulo, 05004-000 Brazil

SASKATCHEWAN April Thea Howe, PGMSite 709 Comp 2 RR#7Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 1N2

SCOTLAND April Elizabeth French Worthy Grand Secretary 54 Market PlaceCarlukeSouth Lanark, ML8 4BP SCOTLAND

SOUTH CAROLINA June Katherine Gerner, PGM533 Greenbriar DriveSeneca, SC 29678-5418

SOUTH DAKOTA October Karen Steptoe410 Vista DriveMiller, SD 57362-1810

TENNESSEE May Mary Wolfe, PGM2153 Highway 411Vonore, TN 37885-2221

TEXAS September Ellen Pickrell8101 Valcasi Drive, Suite 101Arlington, TX 76001-7701

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GRAND SECRETARIES – ALL JURISDICTIONS

UTAH October Karen B. Pullman1651 South 2095 WestWoods Cross, UT 84087

VERMONT June Mrs. Jerri K. Riegler, PGM 65 Lindale Drive Colchester, VT 05446-7219

VIRGINIA May Linda M. Pearce500 Masonic Lane, Suite BHenrico, VA 23223-5560

WASHINGTON June Irene G. Jacobs817 South Vassault StreetTacoma, WA 98465-2046

WEST VIRGINIA October Pat Kennedy, PGMP.O. Box 148Buckhannon, WV 26201

WISCONSIN May Nancy Ryburn36275 Sunset Drive Dousman, WI 53118-9349

WYOMING August Margie George3819 Snyder Ave.Cheyenne, WY 82001

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GRAND REPRESENTATIVESOF OTHER JURISDICTIONS IN NEW BRUNSWICK

Alabama Robyn Searle Dec 31/19

Alberta Carolyn Johnson Dec 31/18

Arizona Esther Rogers Dec 31/19

Arkansas Mavis Cooper Dec 31/18

Australia Mary Pelletier Dec 31/20

Bolivia Bill Donald Dec 31/18

British Columbia/Yukon Albert Clowes Dec 31/18

California Alan Hatt Dec 31/20

Colorado Carol Cain Dec 31/18

Connecticut Geoffrey Hutchin Dec 31/19

Delaware Florence Bessie Scott Dec 31/18

District of Columbia Terri Lynn Kierstead Dec 31/19

Florida Susan Sallows Dec 31/19

Georgia Elaine Smith Dec 31/18

Idaho Mark Knowles Dec 31/18

Illinois Marjorie Wilkinson Dec 31/19

Indiana Rachel Reid Dec 31/18

Iowa Faye Stockford Dec 31/19

Italy Keith Lyons Dec 31/19

Kansas John Timmins Dec 31/18

Kentucky Darla Firth Dec 31/18

Louisiana Mabel Allison Dec 31/20

Maine Eleanor Kaye Mar 01/19

Manitoba Debbie Cawker Dec 31/20

Maryland Joyce Silvaggio Dec 31/18

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GRAND REPRESENTATIVESOF OTHER JURISDICTIONS IN NEW BRUNSWICK

Massachusetts Anne McConkey Dec 31/18

Michigan Mike Magee Dec 31/19

Minnesota Lorna Maxwell Dec 31/18

Mississippi Faye Gilks Dec 31/19

Missouri Faye Oakley Dec 31/19

Montana Ruth Bishop Dec 31/19

Nebraska Susan Geneau Dec 31/18

Nevada Mabel Spiece Dec 31/18

New Hampshire Marth Evans Dec 31/18

New Jersey Carol Whittaker Dec 31/18

New Mexico Maria Castro Dec 31/18

New York Theresa Monk Dec 31/19

North Carolina Heather McKinley Dec 31/19

North Dakota Nancy Gilbert Dec 31/18

Nova Scotia/PEI Olive Trevors Dec 31/20

Ohio Lorenda Larsen Dec 31/19

Oklahoma Aubrey Buck Dec 31/19

Ontario Robert Ames Dec 31/19

Oregon Carrie Weaver Dec 31/21

Pennsylvania Diane Manning Dec 31/19

Puerto Rico Gordon Rattray Dec 31/18

Quebec Lorraine Fullarton Dec 31/20

Rhode Island Janet Coates Dec 31/18

Saskatchewan Betty Lou Petite Dec 31/18

Sao Paulo Susan Lankish-Lister Dec 31/18

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GRAND REPRESENTATIVESOF OTHER JURISDICTIONS IN NEW BRUNSWICK

Scotland Katherine Lister Clark Dec 31/18

South Carolina Mike Kierstead Dec 31/19

South Dakota Louise Dickinson Dec 31/18

Tennessee Shirley Kraglund Dec 31/19

Texas Karen McKay Dec 31/18

Utah Linda Haynes Dec 31/19

Vermont Glenn Steeves Dec 31/18

Virginia Florence Corner Dec 31/18

Washington Mable Rose Dec 31/18

West Virginia Ann McLellan Dec 31/18

Wisconsin Bliss Spencer Mar 31/16

Wyoming Doris Moore Dec 31/19

GRAND REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW BRUNSWICK IN OTHER JURISDICTIONS

Alabama Lisa Armstrong Dec 31/18

Alberta Patricia Mitchell Dec 31/18

Arizona Lisa Desenburg Dec 31/19

Arkansas Ruby Jo Titsworth Dec 31/19

Australia Mary Lindsay Dec 31/19

Bolivia Gilka Arellano DeZubieta Dec 31/18

British Columbia/Yukon Diane Scott Dec 31/17

California Geraldine Sproul Dec 31/20

Colorado Jim Evans Dec 31/18

Connecticut Clyde Kayser Dec 31/19

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GRAND REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW BRUNSWICK IN OTHER JURISDICTIONS

Delaware Walter Myslewica Dec 31/18

District of Columbia Margo Bulman Mar 31/19

Florida Stephen Boring Dec 31/19

Georgia Sue Jones Dec 31/18

Idaho Brenda Slay Feb 28/20

Illinois Sherry Gregory Dec 31/18

Indiana Joanna Hornsby Dec 31/18

Iowa Kathleen Lett Dec 31/18

Kansas Barbara Rake Dec 31/19

Kentucky Stella Williams Dec 31/19

Louisiana Carmen Higgins Dec 31/19

Maine Eleanor West Dec 31/18

Manitoba Catherine McComber Dec 31/18

Maryland Barbara Clark Dec 31/19

Massachusetts Isabela M. Burke Dec 31/19

Michigan Monique Williams Dec 31/18

Minnesota Byron Nelson Dec 31/19

Mississippi Nelda Wileman Dec 31/19

Missouri Shawna Wilson Dec 31/18

Montana Carolyn Dagenais Dec 31/19

Nebraska Jan Nichols Dec 31/18

Nevada Kristin Anglin Dec 31/18

New Hampshire Traci Carpenter Dec 31/19

New Jersey Virginia Foose Dec 31/18

New Mexico Karen Zahn Dec 31/18

New York Ellen Pancerev Mar 1/19

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GRAND REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW BRUNSWICK IN OTHER JURISDICTIONS

North Carolina Pam Mosier Dec 31/19

North Dakota Carol Wold Dec 31/18

Nova Scotia/PEI Hazel Franey Dec 31/19

Ohio Cheri Ulrey Dec 31/17Oklahoma Betty Lamer Dec 31/19

Ontario Brenda Bayes Dec 31/19

Oregon Wanda Smallwood Dec 31/19

Pennsylvania Lloyd Canfield Dec 31/18

Puerto Rico Rosa Maria Franco Zimmer

Dec 31/19

Quebec Fabienne Winter Dec 31/20

Rhode Island Frances M. Kane Dec 31/19

Saskatchewan Marilyn Bodner Dec 31/18

Sao Paulo Mahassene Vieira Dec 31/18

Scotland Elizabeth Hoise Dec 31/17

South Carolina Claudette McKinley Dec 31/19

South Dakota Judy Wagner Dec 31/19

Tennessee Lisa Watkins Dec 31/19

Texas Sam B Cooper Dec 31/18

Utah Dec 31/20

Vermont Heidi Sterns Dec 31/18

Virginia Thomas Ricks Dec 31/19

Washington Sarah Jane Johnson Dec 31/18

West Virginia Carolyn Mellinger Dec 31/18

Wisconsin James Sidall Dec 31/18

Wyoming Craig Henderson Dec 31/18

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3 Celestial 49 7 7 3 2 5 51

5 Frank H Tingley 73 3 3 4 4 72

8 St. Stephen 83 3 1 1 2 2 82

15 Granite 85 1 1 3 5 8 78

18 Philip A Jerguson 67 4 4 6 2 8 63

19 Winston Churchill 39 2 2 41

24 Lady Alexander 52 0 4 1 48

26 Zetland 53 3 3 4 4 52

33 Lord Beaverbrook 48 3 1 4 8 40

35 Unity 60 2 2 3 1 3 7 55

36 Fidelity 66 0 2 1 1 4 62

37 Devon 46 1 1 1 6 7 40

44 Miramichi 87 1 1 4 1 5 83

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APPENDIX A

NOTICES OF MOTION:

Article II, Sec 1 H (a) DUTIES OF GRAND OFFICERS WORTHY MATON

CURRENTLY READS(a) She may appoint Grand Representatives to represent other Grand

Chapters in New Brunswick, for a term equivalent to that granted by the reciprocal Grand Jurisdiction (not to exceed three (3) years) and may recommend the appointment of Grand Representatives for New Brunswick in other Grand Jurisdictions. Any member who has been an active and contributing member to the Chapter for a minimum of five (5) years, with the exception of Past Grand Matrons / Patrons, is eligible for a Grand Representative Commission. A Grand Representative who is a Present or Past Matron / Patron and is appointed or elected to a Grand Office shall relinquish the Commission and the unexpired term shall be assigned to another Sister or Brother.

CHANGED TO READ: (to allow PGM’s and PGP’s to be appointed as a Grand Representative)(a) She may appoint Grand Representatives to represent other Grand

Chapters in New Brunswick, for a term equivalent to that granted by the reciprocal Grand Jurisdiction (not to exceed three (3) years) and may recommend the appointment of Grand Representatives for New Brunswick in other Grand Jurisdictions. Any member who has been an active and contributing member to the Chapter for a minimum of five (5) years, is eligible for a Grand Representative Commission. A Grand Representative who is a Present or Past Matron / Patron and is appointed or elected to a Grand Office shall relinquish the Commission and the unexpired term shall be assigned to another Sister or Brother.

ARTICLE X, section 1 REVENUE OF GRAND CHAPTERCURRENTLY READS: The necessary revenue shall be provided as follows: Five Dollars ($5.00) per capita for each member to be paid by Chapters for the fiscal year ending March thirty-first, payment to be forwarded with the Annual Report;

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BE CHANGED TO READ: The necessary revenue shall be provided as follows: Six Dollars ($6.00) per capita for each member to be paid by Chapters for the fiscal year ending March thirty-first, payment to be forwarded with the Annual Report;

ARTICLE X, Sec 2 REVENUE OF GRAND CHAPTERCURRENTLY READS:Registration fee of Ten Dollars ($10.00) per member shall be levied upon all those attending Grand Chapter Sessions.CHANGED TO READRegistration fee of Twenty Dollars ($20.00) per member shall be levied upon all those attending Grand Chapter Sessions.

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INDEX

Acceptance Speeches:Worthy Grand Matron – Judy Donnelly Page 141Worthy Grand Patron – Kevin Wilson Page 144

Annual Reports:Worthy Grand Matron – Joyce McInnes Page 56Worthy Grand Patron –Ross MacLeod Page 67Grand Secretary – Doug Swan, PGP Page 70Grand Treasurer – Don Williams, PGP Page 73Grand Chaplain – Edgar Cove Page 89

Addresses:Farewell Address –Joyce McInnes Page 136Farewell Address –Ross MacLeod Page 138Peggy South, PGM Ontario Page 87GGCCM’s Page 112

Directory of:General Grand Chapter Officers Page 159Grand Representatives Page 173Grand Secretaries Page 161Past Grand Matrons & Past Grand Patrons Page 166Subordinate Chapters Page 161

Distinguished Guests in attendance Page 12Drill Team Page 117Election of Officers Page 109Formal Opening Page 47Formations and Drills Page 23 Fraternal Report Page 114Grand Officers (2017-2018) Back CoverInformal Opening Page 17Installation of Grand Officers (2018-2019) Page 141Introduction of Grand Officers Page 18Invocations Pages 25, 50, 86, 101, 121, 134Memorials Page 91Memorial Service Page 94New Business Page 125Nominations Page 55Notices of Motions Page 179Placing of Bible and Emblems Page 50

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Presentations:Flags and Tributes Page 26

Jewels Page 146WGM’s & WGP’s Special Projects Page 81Grand Organist and Assistant Page 131GGCCM Ceremony Page 122

Recapitulation of Chapters Page 178Report of Standing Committees:

Commissioner of Trials Page 111Constitution and Laws Page 110Credentials Pages 54, 102, 35Distribution Page 92

Finance Page 79 Grievances and Appeals Page 110Jurisprudence Page 109Necrology Page 117Unfinished business Page 65

Reports on Special Committees:Audit Committee Page 79Eastern Star Journal Page 108Eastern Star Magazine Page 103Eastern Star Magazine Finance Page 105ESTARL Page 106International Headquarters Fund Page 111Investment Council Page 80Lottie L. Kyle Scholarship Page 107Web Page Page 107

Schools of Instruction Page 150Standing Committees 2016 - 2017 Page 151Sessions:

Thursday Evening Page 17 Friday Morning Page 47Friday Afternoon Page 83Saturday Morning Page 98Saturday Afternoon Page 118Saturday Evening Page 132

GRAND OFFICERS 2018 - 2019

WORTHY GRAND MATRON Judy Donnelly102 Vancouver Crescent, Miramichi, NB E1N 2S5 773-5712

WORTHY GRAND PATRON Kevin Wilson60 Bradshaw Drive, New Maryland, NB E3C 1H5 459-3089

ASSOCIATE GRAND MATRON Charlotte Jansen Bateman21 Gould St., Lincoln, NB E3B 9V2 357-7053

ASSOCIATE GRAND PATRON Ronald Keith Bateman21 Gould St., Lincoln, NB E3B 9V2 357-7053

GRAND SECRETARY Doug Swan, PGP169 St. John Street, Woodstock, NB E7M 2T9 328-6929

GRAND TREASURER Don Williams, PGP13 Harlow Street, Unit 4, Salisbury, NB E4J 0C6 215-1212

GRAND CONDUCTRESS Lynda Williams13 Harlow Street, Unit 4, Salisbury, NB E4J 0C6 215-1212

ASSOCIATE GRAND CONDUCTRESS Barbara Greenlaw10 St. David’s Ridge Road. Oak Bay, NB E3L 4P6 466-3200

CHAPLAIN Donald J. Taylor490 Clear View Row Saint John, NB E2M 3Z4 636-0194

GRAND MARSHAL Reg Murray100 Bateman Mill Road, Shediac, NB E4P 2Z3 962-6975

GRAND ORGANIST Brenda Whitney1021 Route 425, Whitney, NB E1V 4K7 626-0089

GRAND ADAH Irene Knowles995 Hillsborough Rd, Riverview, NB E1B 3W6 858-5182

GRAND RUTH Cindy Wilson60 Bradshaw Drive, New Maryland, NB E3C 1H5 459-3089

GRAND ESTHER Lanah RattrayP O Box 3045, Hillsborough, NB E4H 4P8 734-2475

GRAND MARTHA Wendy Oakley176 Weisner Rd, Lakeville, NB E1H 1L8 855-6149

GRAND ELECTA Helen Cormier-Stewart6 Cains Point Rd, Tabusintac, NB E9H 1B6 779-4477

GRAND WARDER Ron Sutherland1231 Route 127, Rollingdam, NB E5A 2W2 466-4077

GRAND SENTINEL Darrell MunnP.O Box 432, Boiestown, NB E6A 2A2 369-1815