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Worthy
Grand Matron Theme 2011 - 2012
Our Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Gloria Chaney,
and Worthy Grand Patron, Brother Jim Williams, have chosen the following items for the 2011-2012 Grand
Chapter Year
Worthy Grand Matron Clipart can be found -
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Worthy Matron's and
Worthy Patron's Objectives can be found -
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Membership
Objectives can be found -
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Symbol:
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The Symbol for 2012 will be a
"Shoe with a heart"
It is my sincere hope that it will remind us to always put our best foot forward
as we step out into our homes, our Chapter rooms, our communities and our world,
but always remember to let our HEART
lead us in the right direction.
I am adding the
CHEVAL MIRROR
representing Reflection and Character.
Before we judge someone else we should first take a good look at what we see in
the mirror. Character is how you act when no one else is watching. |
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Emblems:
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HOME: No matter how far away we may roam, we always
return to our Home. This is where our heart really is, where
memories are made and our loved ones are always ready to welcome us
back. To honor my John, our Sons, Kevin and jody, our
Daughter-In-Laws, Jody Ann and Karen and our Grandchildren Krysten,
Tyson, Jake, Tanner, Johnna, Tucker and Jennie Mae and Step
Granddaughter, Megan. And to honor the memory of our Son,
Brother David J. Chaney.
APRON: Reminds us of our Mothers and Grandmothers and
all the good values they taught us when we were young. The best
memories are made around the Kitchen table. Mom put on her Apron
and worked all afternoon to prepare a good family meal (supper at our
house) and we all sat down together and said Grace and then ate while
everyone talked about their day. Mom always kept her Apron on
until after the dishes were done. She had work Aprons for all week
and then "Sunday Aprons". These were always washed, hung on the
line to dry, starched and ironed.
 APPLE TREE: Have you ever heard that old saying "The Apple
doesn't fall far from the tree"? How True. Each of us have
Masonic Heritage in order to belong to this Beautiful Order. So
the old saying is true. Dedicated to the Members of Ivy Leaf
Chapter #215 and the 12th District, home of our Worthy Grand Patron.
CHILDRENS BOOKS: Special ones are "Heidi" and "The Box Car
Children". To honor Sister Carol Williams, wife of
Brother Jim, who taught school for 28 years and read a story to her
students every day. She also read to her Grandchildren. Her
fondest memories are of her Dear Mother reading to her, her Sister and
Brothers from "Box Car Children".
TEAPOT: Taking tea with friends is one of the purest
pleasures in life. Whether you are sipping from an heirloom cup or
drinking from a travel mug, it's good fun when friends get together.
Whether wearing hat and gloves or simply sitting barefoot on an old back
porch at home, nothing nourishes a friendship like an hour of soft
conversation and yet another round of tea. In those magical
moments, time stands still - long enough for friends to listen with the
Heart, whisper kind words and to revive one another's soul. In
doing so, the world witnesses the miracle of Friendship. To honor
each of you - Our Sisters and Brothers in the Grand Jurisdiction of
Missouri.
PURSE: With every pair of shoes, we need a purse.
This is where most of us place our daily valuables...pictures of our
spouse, children or grandchildren, keys to house or car, wallet,
checkbook, tickets, for trips or cruises. Lots of things that are
important. This reminds me of our Heart and Mind where we keep
things that are also important: memories of our first love, first kiss,
our wedding, our children when they were born and when they were young,
memories of those who have gone on before us and also memories of how
our Order used to be. Whether locked up in your Purse or in your
Heart and mind, those Treasures are very important. Keep them with
you at all times.
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Fun Emblems:
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Worthy Grand Matron - Dragonfly
(We called them "Snake Doctors" when I was a kid). The
beautiful, iridescent Dragonfly, flies only for a fraction of its
life and usually not more than a few months.
This style of life symbolizes and exemplifies the virtue of living
"IN" the moment and living life to the fullest.
By living "IN" the moment, ou are always aware of who you are, where
you are, what you are doing, what you want, what you don't and make
informed choices on a moment to moment basis. This ability
lets you live your life without regrets.
Worthy Grand Patron - Old Pickup Truck and Barn
 Some of Jim's best treasures are his Barn and 1947 Ford Pickup (tat
truck is older than the Worthy Grand Matron)
If you have ever had an "Old Pickup Truck", you know how much fun
they can be. The "Old Truck" is a lot like life. You can
look in the rearview mirror and see how far we have come. For
the "Truck" it has traveled from a farm implement to an air
conditioned office with power everything. We can look down the
road and with a little guidance arrive at where we shoud be.
In it's day, the "Old Barn" was a symbol of success for the farmer
and a joyful place to explore for childeren who dared to adventure.
It became the home for the "Old Truck" when the horse drawn buggy
had seen it's day.
This year remember......We are in this for the long haul, so buckle
up, drive safely and "Keep On Truckin"!!!!!!!
This is dedicated to Brother Jim's family: Son Jim and wife Jackie,
Sone Jeff and wife Jennifer and Grandchildren, Andrew, Joe, Nick,
Caroline and Mason. |
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COLORS: |
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PINK
representing Peace and
Tranquility
BURGUNDY
representing Beauty and Stability
TEAL
representing Elegance and
Pride
Accented with:
LACE
representing Remembrance and Memories
SILVER
representing Honor and Loyalty
PEARLS
representing Patience and Service
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FLOWERS: |
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Pink Rose Buds
Iris
Ivy
Baby's Breath
Daisies of all Colors
Single White Lily
Fern
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ITENERARY TITLE: |
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TAKE ME HOME COUNTRY ROADS
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SESSION THEME: |
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ALL ROADS LEAD HOME, WHERE THE HEART IS
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MOTTO: |
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Changing Me
to We
as we work in unity and peace for the good of our Beautiful
Order.
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WATCHWORDS: |
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DREAM: All children have Dreams and we are just
Antique Children.
ATTITUDE: Sometimes we all need an Attitude
Adjustment. It's not all about us.
VALUES: We all have values to live by. Let's
remember the values of our Order.
I'MPOSSIBLE: Nothing is impossible. The word
itself says I'M POSSIBLE.
DEDICATION: Let's all rededicate ourselves to
making this Order more Beautiful.
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SCRIPTURES: |
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Worthy Grand Matron:
PSALM 23:1-6 The Lord is my Shepard; I shall not
want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me
beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul; He leadeth me
in the paths of righteousness for His name sake. Yea, though I
walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil;
for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me.
Thou prepares a table before me in the presence of mine enemies;
Thou annointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely
goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and i
will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
PROVERBS 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all thine
heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways
acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.
Worthy Grand Patron:
Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp unto my feet, and
a light unto my path.
PROVERBS 25:11 A word aptly spoken is like apples
of gold in silver settings.
GALATIANS 5:22-23: The fruit of the Spirit is love,
joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness,
and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
LAMENTATIONS: 3:21 The steadfast love of the Lord
never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every
morning; great is your faithfulness.
MATTHEW 7:7 Ask, and it shall be given you; seek,
and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.
JAMES 1:6 Ask in faith, never doubting.
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WORTHY GRAND MATRON SONGS: |
| Leaning On The Everlasting Arms |
| Jesus, Hold My Hand |
| The Prayer |
| I Bowed On My Knees |
| Beulah Land |
| The Lord's Prayer |
| Consider the Lilies |
| Something Beautiful |
| In The Valley He Restoreth My Soul |
| Que Sera Sera |
| Wind Beneath My Wings |
| Write This Down |
| Until the 12th of Never |
| Dixie Land |
| American Trilogy |
| Remember When |
| Could I Have This Dance |
| Grandpa |
| At The Hop |
| Take Me Home Country Roads |
| We're From The Country |
| God Bless The USA |
| All Southern Gospel Music |
| 50's and 60's Music |
| Country Music |
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WORTHY GRAND PATRON SONGS: |
| Hymn of Promise |
| Simple Gifts |
| What A Wonderful World |
| Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree |
| Have I Told You Lately That I Love You |
| America The Beautiful |
| Pass It On |
| The Gift Of Love |
| In This Very Room |
| 40's, 50's, and 60's Music |
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CHARITIES FOR 2011-2012: |
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Missouri Grand Chapter General Fund:
We Believe that Charity begins at home and it is our desire
to help our Grand Chapter with money to continue the work of the Order.
We have designed a small oval pin with the OES emblem in the center
with Missouri at the top and 2012 at the bottom. All proceeds
from the sale of this pin will be donated to this project.
Youth - Job's Daughters, Rainbow for Girls and DeMolay:
Our Future - without them, we will cease to be. We have designed an Apple Tree
Pin that will be sold with all proceeds to be donated to this project.
Masonic Outreach Program:
To assist those Sisters and Brothers who are in need of a little
extra help with daily living expenses. We have designed a pin
with an Old Pickup Truck and Barn to be sold with the proceeds going
to this project.
USO of Missouri:
 To assist those Men and Women who are serving our Country to keep us
free. There are 2 USO's in Missouri, one at the airport in St.
Louis and one at Ft. Leonard Wood. A Red, White, and Blue
Heart with a Yellow Ribbon at the top has been designed and will be
sold with the proceeds to be donated to this project. This is very
special to me since our son, John Kevin is now serving in
Afghanistan.
Service Dog Project with special emphasis on United States
Military Personnel:
To Assist those who are less fortunate than we are and to provide a
service they need.
MoChip
What a worthwhile projecdt our Masonic Order has going. We all need
to do everything in our power to continue this. A round pin with the OES
emblem in the center with Missouri at the top and MoChip at the bottom
has been designed and the pins made and given to us at no charge by the
Grand Lodge of Missouri. All Proceeds from these sales will be donated
to this project.
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IN HOUSE CHARITIES |
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Educational Fund Board: This fund makes it easier
for us, our Children and Grandchildren to get an education. A
request will be made for all Members to donate. A Penney a Day for
this Project.
ESTARL: Eastern Star Training Awards for Religious
Leadership. A request will be made that the funds from the
"Friendship Night" coin march from each Chapter in the State be made
to ESTARL.
Lois J. Newman Scholarship Fund: Coin march will be
taken at all official inspections and donated to this fund. We are
also asking that each chapter donate their coin march at the first
meeting in May to this fund.
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