Session:  All That Jazz……

Theme:  To treasure the past, our heritage; working in harmony today, the present; anticipating the changes for tomorrow; so we can build a strong Order for those who come behind us. 

Aim:   To share smiles of happiness, hearts full of love, and the fun and frolic of Mardi Gras to everyone we meet showing them that being a member of this Order is more than just belonging.

Motto:  Time flies; live each day as if it were your last.
 

Daily Thought:  There will be peace within our Order when the POWER OF LOVE is shown to all by all; as opposed to the chaos and mayhem the LOVE OF POWER produces.

Worthy Grand Matron’s Scriptures: 

Ecclesiastes 3:1, “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.”

Matthew 6:19-21, “Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon the earth, where moth and rust    doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal; But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal; For where your  treasure is, there will your heart be also.”

Worthy Grand Patron’s Scripture:

Psalm 33:12, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.”

Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron’s Prayer:  “Serenity Prayer”

                                    - Mardi Gras – The feast before the fast.  May we always remember that Jesus died for us so we can live forever.  Lent is a very special time of year; a time of remembrance. Mardi Gras reminds us of this special time of year and we should celebrate its meaning daily.  

Watchwords:          Courage; to stand up for what is right
                                    Loyalty; to all things
                                    Strength; to continue in every good work
                                    Beauty; find the beauty deep within you and let it shine for all to see

 Honor Station:        Esther; whose legacy is admired and cherished today, and whose courage,   strength, and loyalty was steadfast and true.  And finally, she took a chance, stood firm, won the battle, and changed her world.     Are we ready to change our world (Order)?

Emblems:                 Crown and Scepter - an emblem of royalty and power

                                    Crown of thorns – a reminder of the pain Christ endured for us

                                    Cross - an emblem of His ultimate gift to us – his life and our salvation

Symbols:                  Treasure Chests of Memories - an emblem of our great heritage:  We should treasure our family, friends, and life.  The challenge in life is to find the key that helps us find our own happiness, for only then can we truly treasure every moment.

                                    Grandfather Clocks and all timepieces - to remind us that time flies; what we would like to see accomplished we need to take care of now, for tomorrow may never come.

Colors:                      Purple represents JUSTICE
                                    Green represents FAITH
                                    Gold represents POWER
                                    White represents PURITY
                                    Pink represents BEAUTY

WGM’s Flowers:     Pink roses, orchids, lilies, and the laurel leaf.

WGP’s Flowers:      Roses

Special Flower:       Yellow rose of Texas - WGM’s birth state and in honor of our MWGM

WGM’s Fun Emblems: 

                                       Hot Air Balloons - To remind us to let go and enjoy the view
                                        Jesters - To remind us that it is alright to “clown around," even at Eastern Star
                                        Purses - To remind us to support our Special Projects
                                        Hats, Ribbons & Bows, Stained glass, and Wind Chimes - Just for the fun of it

WGP’s Fun Emblems: Canadian Goose and the Eagle

Special Projects:  General Fund, Benevolence, and ESTARL and Education

Travel Project:  Treasure Our Order
 
Name of Grand Family:  Fleur-de-lis

WGM/WGP Districts:  Our Krewe

PMWGM:  Our Crowned Jewel

GGCCM’s:  Our Royal Stars

PGM/PGP’s:  Our Timetables:  we remember our past by remembering your time.

Elected Grand Trustees:  Carnival of Loyalty

Grand Representatives:  Carnival of Friendship
 
District Grand Deputies:  Our Stage Managers

Worthy Matrons and Worthy Patrons:  Precious Treasures

Sidelines:  Our Revelers

Grand Choir:  Razz A Ma Tazz Musical Minstrels

Travelers:  Our Performers

Queen’s Court:  All Chapter Esther’s

SPECIAL AWARD:  “EMMI’S AWARD”  Emeritus Members Making Important Sacrifices

SONGS

OUR SONG (To be played as we are presented and escorted to East)