Prince Hall Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star and Rite of Adoption for the State of South Carolina and Jurisdiction One-‐Hundred and Sixth Annual Communication The Masonic Temple 2324 Gervais Street Columbia, South Carolina 29202 “Our God, Our Children, Our Heritage” July 20-‐22, 2015 Elected Officers Sister Joyce M. Durant Grand Worthy Matron Brother Fred Herriott, 33° Grand Worthy Patron Sister Linda O. Neal Grand Associate Matron Brother Reginald Y. Scott, 32° Grand Associate Patron Sister Valerie V. Williams Grand Treasurer Sister Jenette V. Wright Grand Secretary Sister Mary M. Ennis Grand Conductress Sister Blanchie J. James Grand Associate Conductress The Honorable Lewis H. Nelson,Jr., 33° Most Worshipful Grand Master Those whose shoulders we stand on Sister Juanita D. Edwards Immediate Past Grand Matron Brother Herman L. Rivers, 33° Immediate Past Grand Patron Sister Sheila B. Danforth Past Grand Matron Brother Lewis H. Nelson, 33° Past Grand Patron Brother Terry B. Law, Sr., 33° Past Grand Patron Sister Jeanette P. Singleton Past Grand Matron Brother Robert A. Johnson Past Grand Patron Brother Arthur L. Sellers, 33° Past Grand Patron Sister Karen E. Blake Immediate Past Grand Secretary Sister Ruth E. Jordan Immediate Past Grand Treasurer Sister Louise B. Conner Past Grand Secretary 1 A Message from the Grand East “And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested.” 1 Chronicles 4:10 Greetings to all Sisters and Brothers of subordinate Chapters of Prince Hall Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star and Rite of Adoption for the State of South Carolina and Jurisdiction: I enthusiastically extend to you an invitation to attend the 106th Annual Communication of Prince Hall Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star and Rite of Adoption for the State of South Carolina and Jurisdiction. We will convene in Columbia, South Carolina July 20-‐22, 2015. The commitment for housing has been made with: Columbia Marriott 1200 Hampton Street Columbia, South Carolina 803.771.7000 The committees that have been appointed are working earnestly to ensure that the events of this year’s annual session meet and surpass your expectations. In order to maintain our reputation of excellence, we need your support. I ask that you adhere to the deadlines that have been set so that we can properly plan for those members who wish to attend. I thank each of you for the confidence you have placed in me to serve at the helm of this great organization. I ask for your continued support and perseverance as we continue our journey of excellence in serving “Our God, Our Children, Our Heritage.” I trust God’s greatest blessings on each of you and I excitedly anticipate your presence at our Annual Proceedings in July. Blessings, Sister Joyce M. Durant Grand Worthy Matron Prince Hall Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star and Rite of Adoption for the State of South Carolina and Jurisdiction 2 Important Reminders Annual Reports and Special Charity Donations All Annual Reports and Special Charity Donations are to be sent no later than June 5, 2015 to: Sister Jenette V. Wright, Grand Secretary Post Office Box 13327 Charleston, South Carolina 29422 Souvenir Brochure Ads Souvenir Brochure ads are due on April 4, 2015. These ads will be received by our Grand Associate Matron, Sister Linda O. Neal. Address listed below. Registration Early Bird Registration is due May 15, 2015. The Pre-‐registration deadline is June 20, 2015. There will be no on-‐site registration. For more Information please contact: Sister Linda O. Neal, Grand Associate Matron 323 E. Wine Street Mullins, South Carolina 29574 Grand Worthy Matron’s Banquet Banquet tickets must be purchased by June 5, 2015. Banquet ticket orders must be mailed to: Sister Blanchie J. James, Grand Associate Conductress 2225 Community Lane Effingham, South Carolina 29541 Prayer Breakfast The Annual Prayer Breakfast will commence on Monday, July 20, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. Tickets are $10.00. The deadline to purchase tickets is June 5, 2015. All ticket orders must sent to: Sister Mary M. Ennis, Grand Conductress 624 Chocolate City Road Estill, South Carolina 29918 By-‐Laws All By-‐Laws must be received by May 15, 2015 for approval during the 2015 Annual Session. Please mail By-‐Laws to: Sister Marilyn G. Brown, By-‐Laws Committee Chairperson 4714 Megan Road Florence, South Carolina 29505 3 Important Reminders, cont. Administrative Degree Please be advised that all newly seated Worthy Matrons, Worthy Patrons, Associate Matrons, and Associate Patrons who will be serving for the first time will need to register for the degree, if they have not already received the Administrative Degree. Please send Administrative Degree Registrations by June 5, 2015 to: Sister Patricia S. Lane, Administrative Degree Chairperson 1801 Spivey Avenue Conway, South Carolina 29527 50-‐Year Membership The names of all Sisters and Brothers who will be recognized for 50 years of service should be sent no later than June 5, 2015 to: Sister Ella McGee, 50 Year Membership Chairperson 1516 Glen Erin Drive Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina 29464 Charters If your chapter is in need of a new Charter, you will need to send the old charter to the Grand Charter Chairperson. The cost of a replacement Charter is $10.00. Sister Elizabeth Brock, Grand Charter Chairperson 5 Millcrest Way Mauldin, South Carolina 29662 Memory Wall Memory Wall orders must be submitted by June 5, 2015. These orders should be sent to: Sister Artonya Scott, Grand Memory Wall Chairperson 5259 Thurgood Marshall Highway Kingstree, South Carolina 29556 The Hotel: The commitment for housing has been with: Columbia Marriott 1200 Hampton Street Columbia, South Carolina 803.771.7000 The special OES Convention rate is $109.00 per night excluding taxes. Please call to book your room at your earliest convenience as rooms sell out fast. The deadline for this rate is July 3, 2015. Overflow housing accommodations may be made by calling The Inn at USC Wyndham Garden at 803.779.7779. 4 The Program Sunday, July 19, 2015 6:00 p.m. Monday, July 20, 2015 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 12:00 Noon TBA 1:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. The Executive Board Dinner and Meeting Registration Pick-‐up (Monday Only) The Prayer Breakfast (Casual Dress) The Health Fair The Grand Supervising Deputies’ Meeting The Grand Associate Deputies Meeting The Conferring of the Administrative Degree The Grand Chapter Choir Rehearsal The Queens Contest Committee Meeting The Grand Worthy Matron’s Banquet (Formal Dress. Brookland Convention Center) Tuesday, July 21, 2015 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 8:50 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Brookland Baptist Church) Doors will open The Devotion and Sing-‐A-‐Thon The Ritualistic Opening (Tea length or longer White dress) The receiving of Special Guests The Business Session The Protocol The Welcome The Roll Call of Grand Officers The Roll Call of Chapters The Charge to Committees The Grand Officers’ Reports The Grand Worthy Patron’s Address The Grand Worthy Matron’s Address The Remarks of Visiting Guests The Most Worshipful Grand Master Lunch The Chapter of Sorrow The Queen’s Coronation (The Masonic Temple, Gervais Street) 5 The Program, cont. Wednesday, July 22, 2015 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (The Masonic Temple, Gervais Street) The Breakfast (on your own) The Executive Board Breakfast (Host: Grand Lodge) The Devotion, The Sing-‐A-‐Thon, and Bible Study The Committees at Work The Business Session (White dresses that are below the knee) The CCFC Report The MBTGYC Report The Committee Reports: Administrative Degree By-‐Laws Charter Education 50-‐Year Membership Health Fair Musician Planning Recommendations Grand Secretary’s Report Grand Treasurer’s Report Election and Installation of Grand Officers Formal Closing of the 105th Annual Session ** Registration must be picked up on Monday at The Masonic Temple. *** Admittance to the business sessions will require a badge and the password. 6