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CLewey44
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Posted: November/09/2015 at 10:00am |
Does anyone have any ideas on how to get some younger members to join OES? Also, for an organization that allows all religions, doesn't really cater to other religions too well. Masonry seems much more flexible with that.
I get the Biblical stories and they are great but the overuse of the term "Christianity" doesn't speak to those that didn't grow up here in the U.S. as Christians. My wife who is from Turkey was recently initiated and so far hasn't liked what she has heard. I had explained OES is for all religions and that other than the Biblical heroine stories, there wouldn't be Christian references. She was totally open to that and liked the idea of stories of good character, no matter their origins, were good. Then more Christian references were given than I had (unknowingly) implied would be. I think her expectation was that there would be more spiritual guidance and activities. I don't know how to sell it to her and stay within boundaries of understanding she's not of Protestant or Catholic background. I could use some guidance on any books she could read that aren't just Biblical quotes or too many Christ references. She doesn't mind Christian people and all of her friends are but she personally is not of Christian background and has a hard time relating to the Order. Thank you brothers and sisters! |
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Edmond Lodge #37
Washington Lodge #36 OES Chapter #247 Bro. J. Clint Lewey (I): 02 September 2014 (P): 30 December 2014 (R): 17 March 2015 |
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De Darrah
Matron Joined: November/10/2007 Location: Sacramento CA Status: Offline Points: 3419 |
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For recommended reading I would contact General Grand Chapter.
There are some books in the public market, but it would be better to get a recommended list. http://www.easternstar.org/ Gary E. Miller Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. *Eastern Standard Time* Phone: Fax: E-mail: Right Worthy Grand Secretary |
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Past Matron New Hope Ch. #117 OES PWHP Palm Shrine No.32 now Alchor #27 WSOJ Y.B.Y.S.A.I.A. As Brother Ben F. said "In Wine there is Wisdom In Beer there is Freedom In Water there is Bacteria" < |
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CLewey44
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Bro. Gary,
Thank you for your input. Clint |
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Edmond Lodge #37
Washington Lodge #36 OES Chapter #247 Bro. J. Clint Lewey (I): 02 September 2014 (P): 30 December 2014 (R): 17 March 2015 |
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De Darrah
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Try again Clint.
I am Sister De not Brother Gary. I gave you Brother Gary's info as he is the Right Worthy Grand Secretary to General Grand Chapter. Sadly I am the only active Sister on the forum, but I don't mind the Brothers here are terrific. |
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Past Matron New Hope Ch. #117 OES PWHP Palm Shrine No.32 now Alchor #27 WSOJ Y.B.Y.S.A.I.A. As Brother Ben F. said "In Wine there is Wisdom In Beer there is Freedom In Water there is Bacteria" < |
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CLewey44
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I am so sorry, ma'am. I just glanced down at the info. Thank you very much for the information.
Clint |
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Edmond Lodge #37
Washington Lodge #36 OES Chapter #247 Bro. J. Clint Lewey (I): 02 September 2014 (P): 30 December 2014 (R): 17 March 2015 |
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edwmax
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Yea ... De has to put up with a lot of 'ribbing' from us guys.
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