THE
REBEKAHS
WHO ARE WE/WHAT
DO WE DO
· We are the women’s branch of the Independent Order
of Odd Fellows
· We are open to both ladies and gentlemen
· We meet in groups or “lodges”. Each Lodge has their own meeting night and
meeting place. Our meetings include
business, with a social time afterwards.
We meet twice a month (except for July and August)
· We come from all walks of life and from different
faiths
· We do not and should not take the place of your
Church or Temple
· We have a common belief in a Supreme Being, a love
and loyalty to our country and a desire to aid and support each other and
those around us in distress.
· We follow a ritual, which was first established in
1851. This printed word enables
members to learn the beautiful teachings of our Order, while becoming
familiar with the work which is unwritten thus giving members a sense of
satisfaction and belonging.
· EACH LODGE IN A JURISDICTION HAS ITS OWN SPECIAL
PROJECTS. MOST JURISDICTIONS MAINTAIN
AND SUPPORT A HOME FOR THE AGED WHO ARE IN NEED OF CARE.
· We support each other emotionally, physically and
when necessary financially through special funding.
· We work together to raise money through various projects,
special events or sales to support our projects and special activities.
WHY JOIN THE
REBEKAHS
· There may come a time in life when friends and
family are elsewhere and you crave companionship.
· To enjoy the social aspects of meeting nights,
Fraternal visits, district meetings and yearly conventions.
· To reap the benefits of group support: close friendships, and the feeling of
satisfaction and joy that comes from working together.
· To be part of a great organization – doing for
others.
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