The International Order of the Eastern Star

The Order of the Eastern Star was founded by Dr. Robert Morris, Poet Laureate of Masonry. Never quite satisfied that all the good in Masonry should be confined to men, he felt that Masonry should be for the whole family. In 1850, Dr. Morris developed the Eastern Star Degrees. The Order is based upon the legacy of five heroines of the Bible: Adah, Ruth, Esther, Martha and Electa. Each has lessons to be taught and learned. This is the common thread we share when we meet. By means of the Order of the Eastern Star, we can join together with others as Brothers and Sisters from all walks of life in social enjoyment, community service, and charitable works.  

To be eligible for membership in The Order of the Eastern Star, one must be an affiliated Master Mason or related to Master Masons, i.e.: wives, daughters, legally adopted daughters, mothers, widows, sisters, half-sisters, granddaughters, step mothers, step daughters, step sisters, daughters-in-law, or active members or majority members of The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls or The International Order of Job’s Daughters. In addition to the required relationship to a Master Mason, the only other requirement we have is the belief in a Supreme Being.  

The Chapter that meets on the 4^th Friday of the month at 8:00 PM at the Masonic Occoquan Lodge No. 310, 13315 Woodbridge St., Woodbridge, Virginia 22191. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, please feel free to contact one of the persons listed below.