Living Our Legacy of Love, Faith and Hope

Remember our past, honor our traditions and embrace innovative ideas for the future of our Order.

Gem Tones
Amethyst -  It is said to carry the energy of fire and passion, creativity and spirituality, yet bears the logic of temperance and sobriety.  Purple is the color of good judgment. It is the color of people seeking spiritual fulfillment. It is said if you surround yourself with purple you will have peace of mind.
Emerald- The emerald has always been seen as a symbol of fidelity.  There have been many beliefs that the emerald brings goodness into one’s life.
Ruby - For thousands of years, the ruby has been considered the stone of energy, passion, power, and a zest for life. Ruby is also known as the stone of courage, and legend tells us that a person possessing a ruby can walk through life without fear of evil or misfortune.
Sapphire- The sapphire has for a long time, been identified with chastity, piety, and repentance. It brings wisdom and truth, increases perception and the understanding of justice. It helps find peace of mind and serenity and promotes a life of sincerity.

The Dragonfly
In many cultures the dragonfly is regarded as a symbol of light, adaptability, grace and transformation.  Dragonflies are reminders that we are light and we can reflect the light in powerful and meaningful ways. They encourage us to let our own light shine forth.  The dragonfly symbolizes our ability to overcome times of hardship. Their message is for us to take time to reconnect with our own strength, courage and happiness.  The fact that a dragonfly can see in all 360 degrees around it symbolizes the ability to see beyond limitations.  The dragonfly is the essence of change, wisdom and enlightenment.  As members of the Order of the Eastern Star we must remember to let “our light” shine forth remembering our benevolence.  Like the dragonfly, may we look beyond our limitations.  Using our wisdom, adaptability and grace, may we fly to unlimited heights to achieve all for which stand.  Let us open our hearts and minds to visualize a  brilliant future for our Order.

The Gerbera Daisy
The Gerbera Daisy symbolizes happiness and joy.  The flower’s bright, radiant colors represent energy and rejuvenation.  Its message is “Let your happiness be your compass.

W.G.M. Micha 6:8; John 8:12; Joshua 1:9;
W.G.P. John14:6; 2 Corinthians 5:7; John 13:35;Romans 12:10; Proverbs 3:5-6; Proverbs 16:9;