A message from the Worthy Grand Matron and the Worthy Grand Patron..........It is with pleasure we bring you greetings from the Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan!

First, we would like to express our sincere appreciation to Sisters Rose Whaley and Marianne Woods for accepting our invitation to co-chair this wonderful endeavour and for creating and publishing our very first edition of “The Star Gazer”. A Saskatchewan OES Newsletter has been an inspiration of mine for some time and both Bruce and I are so pleased and proud it has become a reality. We trust you will all enjoy the news and share it with members who do not have access to a computer. You may wish to save the Newsletter as it will contain some valuable information. We are excited about this new communication tool and congratulate our editors for their efforts.

After an enjoyable and busy “A Royal Garden Party” Session of our Grand Chapter, we were installed in a very impressive ceremony on Saturday, April 26, under the direction of our Installing Grand Officer, Sister Thea Howe, Past Grand Matron, and her assistants. We were very pleased to have our Most Worthy Grand Patron, Brother John Grobler and his wife, Sister Barbara, stay for our Installation Ceremony. We congratulate Sister Donna Sanders and Brother Rod Stafford on their successful and interesting year.

Our year “Shining Stars - Guided By The Light” began with our Official Visit to Queen Alexandra Chapter #84, Kindersley on May 5th. Prior to the meeting we enjoyed visiting a brother in Heritage Manor Care Centre and a sister who was hospitalized at the time. The visits were followed by a delicious ham dinner with the members and visitors. Queen Alexandra Chapter Members were

pleased to have a good turnout of members from our jurisdiction, as well as several members from Serenity Chapter #113, Oyen, Alberta at their Official Visit. The Chapter was proud to initiate a new Brother to our Order. All present were happy to witness the Initiation Ceremony.

We were pleased to be invited to participate in the 100th Birthday Celebration of Saskatoon Chapter #4 on May 10th. This was a very enjoyable afternoon and much planning and preparation was evident by all the “history” displayed on posters around the banquet room. We wish Saskatoon Chapter #4 many more years of fellowship and service to their community.

The Official Visit to Excelsior Chapter #21, Regina, was on May 12th. This was another great meeting with lots of visiting and chatter. Another delicious dinner was enjoyed by all. Sister Barbara Webb, General Grand Chapter Committee Member on Membership, Worthy Matron graciously welcomed the visitors. The Obligation was repeated and the ballot was exemplified by the officers and two members from each side.

We attended the Grand Chapter of Virginia in Roanoke and were accompanied by three other members from Saskatchewan. Sister Bobbi White, Most Worthy Grand Matron and Brother John Grobler, Most Worthy Grand Patron and his wife, Sister Barbara were present at the “Forget Not Our Obligation” Session. Sister Barbara Benton, Past Most Worthy Grand Matron favoured the assembly with her rendition of signing “The Lord's Prayer” at the informal opening. Brother Fido Stephens, Grand Chaplain and his wife, Betty Lou extended true Virginia hospitality and ensured our enjoyment of their session.

We then traveled to Winnipeg for the “Canada - Manitoba” Grand Chapter of Manitoba Session. We were pleased to have great representation of

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The Star GazerVolume I, Issue 1 Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan, O.E.S. June 2014

Saskatchewan members attend. Brother Fred Chernoff, Grand Representative of Saskatchewan in Manitoba and his wife, Sister Natalie provided a very interesting tour of the Manitoba OES Chalet, Legislative Building and many other points of interest. We had a very enjoyable time at both Grand Chapters and met many new and interesting members from numerous Grand Jurisdictions. We are looking forward to attending Grand Chapter in Alberta and Official Visits at Unity, Lloydminster, North Battleford and Biggar beginning June 4.

We extend our appreciation to members of our Grand Family for their support and attendance at the Official Visits we have completed. It is great to see you enjoy traveling and meeting new members. Our project this year is Ronald McDonald House, Saskatoon. The two pins we have selected as fundraisers for this worthy cause are selling so well, we have already placed a second order from our supplier! One pin is a cute bright orange replica of Ronald McDonald's boot, complete with laces, and sells for $6.00; the other is a simple generic “SASKATCHEWAN” wheat pin which sells for $10.00. Contact any Grand Officer or our Project Chairperson, Sister May Barr, to purchase these pins. Ronald McDonald House and the families who need help appreciate your support!

We have some exciting times coming up – The “Shining Stars Picnic” in Moose Jaw; the Tea in Meota; Peace Garden Pilgrimage; Bus Trip to Missouri Grand Chapter and Branson along with more Official Visits and our joint Homecoming. Please plan on joining us at some or all of these events and help us celebrate our ties. Our itinerary and information is posted on the Grand Chapter Website (www.saskoes.weebly.com) Be sure to check out the photos of our Grand Family!

We are continuing to save postage stamps to be sold to stamp collectors with proceeds being

donated to Cancer. Sister Lynann Pethick has sent information to each Subordinate Chapter outlining the guidelines for trimming the stamp from the envelope. Please check with your Chapter Secretary, or if you are uncertain of the requirements save the entire front of the envelope. Also, remember to collect pop can tabs. Our Grand Officers will be pleased to receive the stamps and/or tabs from cans at Official Visits or any other event during the year.

It is our honour and privilege to represent the members of the Order of the Eastern Star in Saskatchewan. It is our wish that you all enjoy summer and we look forward to visiting with you as we travel to all the Chapters in our great province.

“Remember our Obligation and Stay in the Light”.

Wilma McKee, Worthy Grand MatronBruce Lambert, Worthy Grand Patron

Our Obligation

“Are we unmindful of the vows we take?

Do we forget the promises we make?

When we assume the obligation of the Star,

The pledge is binding wheresoe'er we are,

About its work a silence we must keep,

Nor to another of its secrets speak;

I'll not betray the trust that's placed in me,

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If I a worthy Eastern Star would be.

Remembering Him who walked in Galilee,

And to His chosen ones said, ‘Follow me.'

Where sorrow, sin and suffering were seen,

There walked the meek and lowly Nazarene.

No time had He for petty fault to find,

His life of love was spent in being kind.

Help us, dear Lord, by faith to walk with Thee,

That we true followers of the Star may be.

ACCESSION CHAPTER #96, MELFORTTAKES THE SPOTLIGHT

February - We made donations to the Naicam and Melfort Music Festivals.

March - After a hearty stew supper, we enjoyed a card game. Also, Sister Audrey Spencer was presented with a Commission, Grand Represent- ative of Vermont in Saskatchewan. The annual church parade was followed by a delicious lunch in the Masonic Hall.

April - An Easter Bake sale was held.Special highlights included the election and the installation of our own Sister Wilma McKee as Worthy Grand Matron of Saskatchewan! Also installed were appointed Grand Officers Brother Albert Hilliar, Grand Chaplain and Sister Lynne Monsees, Grand Esther. Additionally, Sister Kathy McGillivary was appointed as Special Page to our Worthy Grand Matron.

May - We sold spudnuts for the Walk a-Mile in her Shoes charity. We hosted the Parkland Care Home Birthday party and held a BBQ, with cookies for dessert. Regrettably, due to health issues, a demit was requested and granted to Sister Grace Carlson.

Submitted by Sister Dorothy Busby, PGM

Life is like riding a bicycle.You must pump to keep moving.You must steer to go in a direction.And you must remain balanced to keep upright. Only then can you enjoy the scenery which makes all the effort worthwhile. Anonymous

GOLDEN WEST CHAPTER #38, LANIGANKEEPS ON SHINING!

Brother Ron Reierson was installed as Grand Marshal in April, 2014

Brother Keith Bird, PGP was honoured at Grand Chapter Session, having survived 25 years since serving as Worthy Grand Patron during 1988-89 “God's Miracle of Love” year.

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The Chapter has a half dozen recycled Past Matron jewels and one Past Patron jewel, which we would be pleased to give to any Chapter for their use. These are of the older design, much more elaborate and of heavier construction than the new ones. If interested, contact the Chapter Secretary, whose address is on saskoes website.The Lord gave us two ends. One to sit on and

the other with which to think. Success depends on which one we use most. - Ann Landers

Submitted by Brother Keith Bird, PGP

PRINCE ALBERT CHAPTER #16

Sister Alretta Walsh, Worthy Matron and Brother Rick Galloway, Worthy Patron presided and welcomed 22 members and 4 visitors, namely Sisters Donna Sanders, Worthy Grand Matron; Bev Otsuka, General Grand Chapter Committee Member, Eastern Star Journal, Past Grand Matron and Grand Lecturer; Wilma McKee, Associate Grand Matron of Saskatchewan; and Shelley Brittain, Worthy Matron of Accession Chapter #96.

A full agenda included Installation of first four officers and Reports:

~ Business cards “What is Eastern Star” were made for use to inform/interest new members.

~ Robert Morrison OES Scholarship of $1,000 was presented to a Grade 12 graduate, Carlton Comprehensive High School.

~ Christmas Cheer - poinsettias were delivered to

16 members who are not able to be out often.

~ The Kiwanis Music Festival OES Scholarship was won by Kelly Lam and Scott Gauther.

February - Outline of Chapter Bylaws was presented.

~ Chapter trustees presented a detailed 2013 Chapter Financial Report.

March - 28 attended the meeting.

Announcements and Reports given as follows:

~Prince Albert Masonic Temple Corporation will host a liver and bacon supper on May 25th.

~ Worthy Matron's project includes a raffle for a Hardanger wall hanging donated by Sister Margret Dowling; a hand woven shawl donated by Sister Alice Tataryn; a bird bath and light- house wall hanging donated by the Worthy Matron with proceeds donated to The Childrens' Wish Foundation.

~ Annual tea & bake sale will be held November 1st 2014 in the lower hall, Masonic Temple.

~ Brother Joe Zbeetnoff led the Chapter in repeating the Obligation.

April - Past Matrons and Past Patrons of the Chapter were honoured with jam and a fruit loaf.

~ Garage sale is being planned by the Prince Albert Masonic Temple Corporation. Contact Brother Bill McKay, PGP, if you need to have items picked up.

~ In preparation for Grand Chapter Session the Chapter will provide door prizes and 2 items for the Silent Auction, and will also decorate the banquet tables with decorations supplied by Sister Donna Sanders, Worthy Grand Matron. Sisters Alretta Walsh PM and Norma Lintick, PM will be delegates. Norma will serve as Recorder on the Credentials Committee; Brother Rick Galloway will act as Parliamentarian; and Sisters Shirley McKay, PM and Dorothea Herron, PM will serve

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as Pages.

May – All mothers were honoured with a plate of cookies (some brothers got in on the act as well!)

~ Sister Dorothy Hook, PM was given Grand Honours, presented with a 50-year pin, a certificate, and a rose bouquet.

~ Dorothea Herron, Grand Martha received a bouquet of flowers to recognize her appointment.

Submitted by:

Sisters Alretta Walsh & Alice Bedford, PMs

Flowers give their beauty and sweetness as a matter of course. Of course this trait is not exclusive to flowers.

ASSINIBOIA CHAPTER #8 WELCOME HOME WORTHY GRAND

PATRON! Our Chapter was delighted to Welcome Home our Worthy Grand Patron, Brother Bruce Lambert at the May Chapter meeting. The Officers presented a special addendum for him.

We were pleased to have our Ritual Instructor Sister Lynann Pethick, PM provide us with some information. INVITATIONS: –

Official Visit of Sister Wilma McKee, Worthy Grand Matron and Brother Bruce Lambert, Worthy Grand Patron Thursday, July 17th at 7:30 PM Assiniboia Masonic Temple Banquet 55 Club (3rd Avenue West), AssiniboiaThursday, July 17th at 5:30 PM. Banquet tickets @ $15.00 each Contact Sister Marie Costain 306-642-3479 by July 10th

“Shining Stars” Picnic (see Poster)Friday, July 18th

Connors Park near Moose Jaw11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Picnic fare - beef on a bun, salads,

desserts, coffee and juiceCost $15.00 each Contact Sis. Margaret Ann Ferguson, WM 306-354-2896 by July 11th

Remember to bring your lawn chair!

Directions -Take 9th Avenue SW through Moose Jaw. Connors Park is located south of the city limits, with a left turn just before the Highway No. 363 turnoff. When traveling north into Moose Jaw via Highway #2, take the turn off to CFB Moose Jaw and follow this road, and just after the Highway #363 turnoff make a right turn. Watch for signs! We invite you to join us for these exciting events!

L – R: Donalda Noble, Llynne Lambert, Margaret Ann Ferguson,WM, Leroy Layman, WP, Bruce Lambert, Muriel Chomo, Ruth Nekurak, Melba Batty, Lynn Hartness, Marie Costain, Shirley Burgeson

Submitted by Sister Joyce Noble, PM*****

HONOURING 50 YEAR and+ MEMBERS IN SONG

Sister Hazel Chute-Mollison, PM and 53-year member of Corinthian Chapter #89, Govan sang "Love's Old Sweet Song" following the presentation of the 50-year and + members of the

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Order at “A Royal Garden Party” Grand Chapter Session.

Left: Sister Hazel; Right: Sisters Cathy Farrer, Jo Ann Scott-Hodgins, Hazel Chute-Mollison, and Bernice Scott.

Due to the considerable distance between Sister Hazel’s hotel room and the Grand Chapter Session room, she rode in style in a special innovative floral-decorated Royal Carriage! Submitted by Jo Ann Scott-Hodgins, PM

SASKATOON CHAPTER #4100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

1914- 2014The 100th Anniversary celebration of Saskatoon Chapter #4, Saskatoon was held on May 10th, 2014 in the Saskatoon Masonic Temple, Saskatoon.

Left-Right: Brother Bruce Lambert, WGP, Sister Wilma McKee, WGM, Sister Marie Casavant, PGM and

Brother Robert Brown, WP

Saskatoon Chapter #4 was constituted on March 4, 1914 under the General Grand Chapter with Sister Kathryn Padley as the first Worthy Matron, and Brother Edward Channell as the first Worthy Patron and Sister Mary McFadyen as Associate Matron with 35 Charter members.On May 16, 1916 the Charter was re-issued under the newly-formed Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan by Sister Flora Trick, Worthy Grand Matron and Brother Norman J. Bellamy, Worthy Grand Patron.

A number of Chapter #4 members formed a second Saskatoon Chapter known as Regal Chapter #132 on May 11, which was constituted on February 8, 1954. On November 5, 1984 Humboldt Chapter #5 amalgamated with Saskatoon #4.

It was heartwarming to learn of the various activities, charities supported and fund raising in which the Chapter participated over the years.Through the years there have been a number of Grand Officers, District Deputy Grand Matrons, Worthy Grand Matrons and Worthy Grand Patrons who have brought pride and honour to themselves and the Chapter by serving at the Grand Chapter level. During the recounting of our history, we were also pleased to recognize some General Grand Chapter Officers from our midst, as well as General Grand Chapter Committee Members.

Our celebration was greatly enhanced by a most delicious banquet prepared and served by members of our sister Chapter Regal #132. We wish to express a heartfelt thank you to all for an admirable job well done!

Thanks to multi-talented Brother Jack Smith, PGP for his handiwork in the design and decoration of the Anniversary Cake.

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Entertainment consisted of a musical program by “The Sweet Adelines”, a barbershop ladies quartet, followed by a delightful visit from our own Saskatchewan “royalty” – Queen Elizabeth “the twoth” - impersonated by Sister Donna Sanders, Junior Past Grand Matron of Saskatchewan. Sister Donna's performances have become somewhat renowned in parts of Canada, at Grand Chapter sessions in the United States, and also at General Grand Chapter Assemblies. Kudos to Sister Bev and Brother Charles Andres for the vast amount of research they undertook to summarize the activities of the Chapter. The important highlights of the years were divided into decades and mounted on the walls for all to read and to peruse the pictures. Members and many visitors enjoyed a wonderful nostalgic time of reminiscing and “remembering when”....

Although our Chapter membership has declined - from several hundred to less than one hundred, with about thirty active members at present - we have retained “the Eastern Star Heart” which will help to carry us on into another century.

It has been a great 100 years!

Submitted by Sister Bev Otsuka GGCCM –ES Journal, PGM of Saskatchewan

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OFFICIAL VISITQUEEN ALEXANDRA CHAPTER #84,

KINDERSLEY

Monday, May 5th was the Official Visit of the Worthy Grand Matron. Sister Wilma McKee and Worthy Grand Patron, Bruce Lambert at Queen Alexandra Chapter #84, Kindersley.

The day began with a visit to the Heritage Manor to visit Brother Bill Swan and then a visit with Sister Valerie Flanagan PM.

A banquet at 5:30 PM followed in the hall with 56 members and visitors enjoying a meal prepared and served by the Chapter members. The meeting began at 8:00 p.m. It was notable that two special events occurred.

First, Joe Bertram of Eston was initiated as a member of the Chapter.

The other event was the presentation of two 50-year pins to: Sister Frances McManus, PM and Sister Jean Scarlet-Cooper, PM

L-R: Sister Cannida Coventry, Worthy Matron, Sister Wilma McKee, Worthy Grand Matron, Brother Joe Bertram (new member), Brother Bruce

Lambert, Worthy Grand Patron, Brother Fred Coventry, Worthy Patron.

Sister Frances was initiated in June 1964 in Regal #132, Saskatoon, and affiliated with Queen Alexandra Chapter in 1972. She served as Worthy Matron in 1980 and 2006, and has received two

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Grand Representative Commissions - Alberta in Saskatchewan recommended by Sister Anne Bruce, Worthy Grand Matron in 1991 and New Mexico in Saskatchewan recommended by Sister Betty Abrey, Worthy Grand Matron in 2006. Sister Jean was initiated in Queen Alexandra Chapter in November 1964. She served as Worthy Matron in 1978. In 1998, she remarried and moved to Unity. There she affiliated with Queen Esther Chapter #31 and served as Worthy Matron in 2005 as well as 2014. She also served as a DDGM in 2001-02, Grand Martha in 2005-06 and received a Grand Representative Commission of Illinois in 2004, on the recommendation of Sister Marie Casavant, Worthy Grand Matron.

Following the meeting, members and visitors (representing Chapters from Saskatoon, Regina, Lanigan, Prince Albert, Melfort, Assiniboia, Lloydminster, North Battleford, Unity, Biggar and Oyen, Alberta) enjoyed birthday cake, as this meeting also marked the Chapter's 85th Birthday.

Back Row L-R: Sisters Jean Scarlett-Cooper; Frances McManus Front Row L-R: Sister Wilma McKee, Worthy Grand Matron; Brother Bruce Lambert, Worthy Grand Patron.

Back Row L-R: Wilda Gardner PM – Organist; Maureen Wilson. Treasurer; Frances McManus, PM – Conductress; Muriel Hawkins PM - Associate Conductress; Tom McManus PP – Chaplain; Lloyd Near PP – Marshal; Sandra McIntyre PM – SecretaryMiddle Row L-R: Beryl Near PM, Adah; Ellen Veldhoen PM, Ruth; Jean Scarlett-Cooper PM, Esther; Lois McIntyre PM, Martha; Anne Bruce PGM,Electa; Edith McCalmon, Sentinel; Mary Stevens PM,Warder Seated L-R: Fred Coventry, Worthy Patron; Cannida Coventry,Worthy Matron, Wilma McKee, Worthy Grand Matron, Bruce Lambert, Worthy Grand Patron; Margaret Shipley PM, Associate Matron; Dave Leapard PP, Associate Patron.

Submitted by Sister Sandra McIntyre, PM

QUEEN ESTHER CHAPTER #31, UNITY IN REVIEW

Sister Jean Cooper, Worthy Matron, was presented with a 50-year pin from Grand Chapter

at the Official Meeting of Queen Alexandra Chapter #84, Kindersley on May 5th.

Sister Freda McCallum celebrated her 101st birthday in January at her home in Luther Place with a large turnout of friends.

Sister Billie Leeson celebrated her 99th birthday with cake and ice cream in April with seven sisters from the Chapter in attendance.

On May 29th we hosted a birthday party for three ladies in long-term care.

Brother Si Campbell, will celebrate his 90th birthday on August 8th.

Sister Beatrice Vollett's funeral service was held

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on May 26th with the Eastern Star Honour Guard formed by members of Queen Esther Chapter.

We will be hosting two fund raising barbecues on June 19th and August 14th.

We are looking forward to the Official Visit from Sister Wilma McKee, Worthy Grand Matron and Brother Bruce Lambert, Worthy Grand Patron on June 4, 2014.

Submitted by Sister Melinda Street

From morning till night the sun works very hard spreading its light.

Then it works the night shift somewhere else.

And all without expecting a word of thanks.

AND THE WINNER IS.......

Lloydminster Chapter #76!

The d'Arcy Morrice Trophy is proudly accepted bySister Barbara Hoffman, PM

and Brother Doug Hoffman, Grand Trustee

Submitted by Heather Sigmundson

SASKATOON CHAPTER #4 INITIATION

The Initiation Ceremony is a very special time for a Chapter. In some Chapters this ceremony is a common occurrence and how fortunate for them! However, with the two Chapters in Saskatoon acquiring new members it is somewhat of a challenge. Rural-based Chapters seem to be more successful in meeting this challenge.Having said that, recently it was an honour to confer the degrees on Sister Shelley Gustafson. Our Conductress, being a novice in her position, did a commendable job of making the new sister feel relaxed and comfortable as she listened intently to the lectures and secret work. One of the many wonderful pluses of being a member of the Order is that we may work together and assist one another as needed, which was the case at this meeting when Brother Gerry Heskett, Past Patron of Regal Chapter #132 willingly served in the office of the Associate Patron. Also, the new member's great uncle, Brother Keith Bird, PGP of Saskatchewan and a member of Golden West Chapter #38, Lanigan, assisted with one of the Worthy Patron’s lectures. It gave us a happy feeling to see the surprised look on our new Sister’s face when Brother Keith performed part of the Worthy Patron lecture in the East. No doubt, having her great uncle Brother Keith and great aunt, Sister Mary Bird, Past Matron present at her initiation will always remain as a happy and lasting memory for her!

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Brother Keith Bird PGP, Sister. Shelley Gustafson, Sister Mary Bird, PM

We congratulate and welcome Sister Shelley to our Chapter, which is a part of this wonderful organization, the Order of the Eastern Star!

Submitted by Sister Bev Otsuka GGCCM –OES Journal, PGM of Saskatchewan

“I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year, 'Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown.'

And he replied, 'Go out into the darkness and put your hand into the hand of God. That shall be to you better than light and safer than the known way.'

May that Almighty hand guide and uphold us all.”

quotation from the King's Speech December 25, 1939

Tea at MeotaJuly 26th - 2 - 4 p.m.

at 220 1st St. W, Meota

(turn off Hwy # 26 across from the elevator)

Treat yourself and some friends to a memorable time. So 'start your engine’

for a pleasant drive in the country!

Donation at the door

Sale of: orange marmalade, Linda's famous lemon butter; other jams and

jellies; Saskatoon pies and a silent auction of Jack's tatting and surprises!

Jack has created new designs of hanging suncatchers!

All proceeds to:

WGM’s Project - Ronald McDonald House!

Come and join us for a fun time!

Linda Ard

Lyn and Jack Smith, PGP

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Did you know that Sister Marianne Woods (PM of Regina Chapter #7 on five occasions) wears many hats? One of the most noteable is when she is on stage. Last evening, in the final performance (of 4) she '”simply shone” in the Regina Little Theatre play “You Can't Get There From Here”! Her next 'act' will be in Regina Summer Stage's performance of Stephen Sondheim's “Into the Woods” playing July 10-13 at the Regina Performing Arts Centre.

Just thought you may like to know about this!!! - Submitted by Rose Whaley, PGM, Co-Editor

CHAPTER CORRESPONDENTS

Mizpah #1, Moose JawNorth Battleford #2

Acacia #3, BiggarSaskatoon #4 Bev Otsuka, GGCCMRegina #7 Melinda NagyAssiniboia #8 Joyce Noble, PMKitchener #15, EstevanPrince Albert #16 Alretta Walsh, WM

Alice Bedford, PMExcelsior #21, ReginaQueen Esther #31, Unity Melinda StreetGolden West #38, Lanigan Keith Bird, PGPHiawatha #47, Kamsack Susan BearLloydminster #76 Heather SigmundsonQueen Alexandra #84 Sandra McIntyre, PMCorinthian #89Yorkton #92Accession #96, Melfort Dorothy Busby, PGMRegal #132, Saskatoon

Thanks for the articles and pictures. Members, please contact your Chapter Correspondent with news.

If your Chapter has not yet reported the name of your Correspondent we look forward to receiving it ASAP.

The Star Gazer is a publication of the Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan and is designed to enhance communication within the Order by providing timely, interesting and educational information.

The Star Gazer will be emailed to Chapter Secretaries (or to another Chapter member if the Secretary does not have email access) on the following dates:June 15, September 15, December 15, 2014 and

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March 15, 2015.

Please note the deadlines for submissions: June 1September 1

December 1 March 1, 2015

CO-EDITORS:

Marianne Woods, PM marianne@osac.ca Rose Whaley, PGM robob@sasktel.net

Some thoughts from the Editors:

It is still officially Spring – although some days may not feel so much like that! Henry Wordsworth Longfellow wrote: “If spring came but once in a century, instead of once a year, or burst forth with the sound of an earthquake, and not in silence, what wonder and expectation there would be in all hearts to behold the miraculous change.” May you and those near and dear to you experience the wonder and beauty of the gifts of nature through these yearned-for days of spring and summer. And Lord, as we travel, keep us safe. Let us be good drivers and passengers.

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