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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!
Edmond Lodge #37
Washington Lodge #36
OES Chapter #247
Bro. J. Clint Lewey
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote De Darrah Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: November/09/2015 at 11:13pm
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
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1618 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009-2549

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Bro. Gary,

Thank you for your input.

Clint
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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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I am so sorry, ma'am. I just glanced down at the info. Thank you very much for the information.

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Yea ... De has to put up with a lot of 'ribbing' from us guys.   Hug
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