Explorers of Hope
Watch Words: Kindness, Peace and Love
Bible Verse: If possible, to the best of your ability, live at peace with all people. —Romans 12:18
Motto: Hold Fast and Forget Not
Sisters and Brothers,
You are cordially invited to attend the 1165th stated meeting of Palestine Chapter No. 114, OES to be held at the Newton Masonic Hall, 460 Newtonville Avenue, Newtonville, MA on
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 7:00 pm
OFFICERS ATTIRE:
Sisters: Long dresses or skirts
Brothers: Sports or suit coat. Collared shirt and tie
BUSINESS: To receive petitions, hear reports of committees and transact any business which may legally come before the Chapter.
REHEARSAL: : There will be a rehearsal at 5:30pm, before the meeting, on May 6th for the Warder and Conductress and any-one who would like a refresher. Please let Gail Baillio know if you are unable to make this rehearsal.
BY VOTE OF THE CHAPTER: Nomination and Election of an Associate Conductress and Installation if elected.
BALLOTING on a PETITION for the DEGREES
INSTALLATION of Officers not previous installed.
COLLATION this evening is being provided by Diane Collins, Sharon Smith, Cindy and Joe Mitchell.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES
to our Sisters and Brothers celebrating in May.
TO THOSE SICK and SHUT-IN:
“Be Joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayers." –Romans 12:12
148th GRAND CHAPTER SESSION: “Walk By Faith, Not By Sight”
May 15, 15 & 15, 2025
Boxborough Regency, 242 Adams Place, Boxborough, MA
More information and flyers in Goings-on
GRAND CHAPTER HONORS:
Joan M Atkinson, PGM: Opening of the Saturday Morning Session; Installing Grand Officer, Saturday Evening
Stephen E. Donahue, PGP: Opening of the Thursday evening Session; Installing Grand Chaplain Saturday evening
FUTURE EVENT: Annual Lobster Clam Bake on
July 19, 2025 from 1-4pm at the Auburndale Cove
West Pine St., Auburndale, MA
Flyer posted in Goings-on
TIME TO ORDER:
2025 Proceedings; 2025-2026 Beauty Book; 2025-2026 Roster.
FROM THE EAST
“As we approach Memorial Day, please remember our military men and women who gave their all so we could remain free”
In Star Love,
Joan and Steve