THE REBEKAHS
WHO ARE
WE/WHAT DO WE DO
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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.
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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.
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To be
part of a great organization – doing for others. |
