About OES
Our Vision
The women and men of Eastern Star strive to be examples of fidelity, constancy, loyalty, faith and love. In doing so, we endeavor to improve our communities and ourselves, build friendships, leave our world a better place.
Our Members
We are your neighbors, part of the community, trying to make it a better place. We come from all walks of life, backgrounds. In the Chapter, we are all friends, on a level plane with each other. We believe in truth, honor, loyalty. We are not a religion, but some do find a deeper meaning to their own spirituality on their journey. We are there when we need each other.
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We are dedicated to helping our communities and State in a number of ways. Last year Eastern Star members volunteered 133,000+ hours at hospitals, elderly care homes, Meals on Wheels, mentoring students, and much more! We love what we do!
To Learn More Click HereMinnesota History:
The Order of the Eastern Star The Order of the Eastern Star in Minnesota had its inception in the hearts and minds of our early members as the result of visits made to Minnesota by Robert Morris, the founder of the Order, in the late 1860s. He conferred the Degrees on many of the leading Masons and their wives and from the wonderful conceptions they received of its beautiful teachings, they were soon eager to have others enjoy its benefit. The early members banded together and organized Chapters, with most of the Charters signed by Robert Morris and a few by Robert McCoy, who conceived the Chapter idea. Prior to the organization of the Grand Chapter in 1878, the following Chapters were organized: Crystal Lake #1, at Hokah; Cereal #2 at Mankato; Oriental #3, at St. Charles; Esther #4 at Zumbrota; Madelia #5 at Madelia; Zion #6, at Cannon Falls; North Star #7 at Anoka; Harmony #8 and Minneapolis #9 both at Minneapolis; Unity #10 at Elk River; and Bethlehem #11 at Mazeppa. The Grand Chapter of Minnesota was organized on June 27, 1878 at Minneapolis by five Chapters: Esther, Madelia, North Star, Harmony and Minneapolis. The meeting was called by Leonard Lewis, Deputy Grand Patron of the General Grand Chapter and he was the chairman of the Convention. A resolution was adopted that all Chapters in Minnesota be invited to ratify the action of the Convention and become members. The first Grand Matron was Sarah Armstrong and Charles Griswold was the first Grand Patron. We are dedicated to helping our communities and State in a number of ways. Each Chapter decides what they can do within their community. The Minnesota Grand Chapter has dedicated much of their charitable contributions to fund cancer research and the Masonic Cancer Center at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Be visible in your community as you support your community needs. Click Here to Learn MoreOur Values
Fidelity ~ The promises we make we must strive to fulfill, for others count on our commitment. Constancy ~ Patience in any endeavor, sometimes taking small steps, is the surest route to success. Loyalty ~ In a community, family, or among friends, the support and loyalty of one another is the greatest treasure. Faith ~ Faith in what moves you spiritually is what inspires you to greater deeds. Love ~ Love, as an embodiment of charity and hospitality, is the most important virtue of human existence.
Masonic Associations
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Order of the Eastern Star General Grand Chapter Minnesota Masons Minnesota Masonic Charities Minnesota Scottish Rite Zuhrah Shriners (Minneapolis) Osman Shriners (St.Paul) Aad Shriners (Duluth) Daughters of the Nile Order of the Amaranth Social Order of the Beauceant