ELECTED OFFICERS 2011-2012
Worthy Matron Janet E. Griffith.................................................. 856-582-6406
1 Neville Ct., Sewell, NJ 08080
Worthy Patron Danny L. Cooper............................................... 856-848-0195
240 Holly Ave., Woodbury Hts., NJ 08097
Associate Matron Beth L. Barnish.................................................. 609-458-9052
2799 Garwood Rd., Erial, NJ 08081
Secretary Catharine A. Stoudt............................................ 856-589-0728
12 Monroe Ave., Pitman, NJ 08071
Treasurer Isabella L. Cooper.............................................. 856-848-0195
240 Holly Ave., Woodbury Hts., NJ 08097
Conductress Barbara E. Barraclough...................................... 856-845-3180 1349 Riley Ave., Verga, NJ 08093
Associate Conductress Lynne D. Lowe.................................................. 856-589-6612
424 Elm Ave., Pitman, NJ 08071
APPOINTED OFFICERS
Chaplain............................................................................................... Jacqueline R. Marker
Marshal.................................................................................. Gwendolyn G. Milley, P.G.O.
Adah........................................................................................... Nancy G. Johnson, P.G.O.
Ruth Mildred M. Haines, P.G.O.
Esther..................................................................................... Genevieve E. Cressman, P.M.
Martha.............................................................................................. Helen V. Truax, P.G.O.
Electa.................................................................................................. Jeannette E. Holloway
Organist................................................................................................... W. Jeffrey Downer
Color Bearer.................................................................................................... Donna Mickle
Bearer for the Christian Flag....................................................................... Christine J. Nipe
Warder...................................................................................................... Anna M. Lathrope
Sentinel........................................................................................ William R. McGinnis, P.P.
O.E.S. Flag Bearer......................................................................... Pamela A. Runyan, P.M.
FLORAL RAYS
Blue ............................................................................................................ Marie V. Clonan
Yellow.................................................................................... Catherine T. Schmutz, P.G.O.
White.......................................................................................... Bette A. Stanwood, P.G.O.
Green................................................................................................ Linda L. Thomas, P.M.
Red................................................................................................................ Ruth A. Collins
SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS
Instructor for Initiates................................................................ Catharine A. Stoudt, P.G.O.
Photographer..................................................................................... Carl W. Milley, P.G.O.
Prompter..................................................................................... Deborah D. Martin, P.G.O.
Refreshment Contact.................................................................. Mildred M. Haines, P.G.O.
Substitute Contact.............................................................................. Janet E. Griffith, W.M.
RELIEF COMMITTEE
Janet E. Griffith, W.M. Danny L. Cooper, W.P.
Beth L. Barnish, A.M.
TRUSTEES
2009 Janet Davis, P.M. 2010 Pamela A. Runyan
2011 Gwendolyn G. Milley, P.G.O.
EASTERN STAR HOME FOR THE AGED
Delegate: Carl W. Milley, P.G.O. First Alternate: Gwendolyn G. Milley, P.G.O.
Second Alternate: Lynne E. Lowe
Pitman Chapter No. 57
Order of the Eastern Star
of New Jersey
2011- 2012
Janet E. Griffith Danny L. Cooper
Worthy Matron Worthy Patron
THEME: Friendship and Love
EMBLEM: Hearts and Flowers
COLORS: Rose, White, and Blue
FLOWERS: Rose
SCRIPTURE: For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that
whosoever believeth in Him, should not perish, but have everlasting life.
John 3:16
SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER, 2011
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 – RECEPTION for Sister Patti L. Rhinesmith, MWGM
and Brother Carl W. Milley, MWGP, East Brunswick Chateau.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 – Regular Meeting; Balloting if necessary; Refreshments
MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 7:30 P.M. – Regular Meeting; Obligation; Service Awards;
Balloting if necessary; Refreshments.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 7:30 P.M. – Regular Meeting; Balloting if necessary;
Refreshments
REHEARSAL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 7:30 P.M. – All Officers (No Rays)
MONDAY, OCTOBER 24, 7:30 P.M. – All Officers (No Rays)
FROM THE EAST
Dear Sisters and Brothers,
We hope you had a wonderful summer and are ready to get back to renewing old friendships. We have an exciting and busy upcoming year and we look forward to seeing you out to our meetings and activities. Please remember, this is your chapter and it needs your support.
In Friendship and Love,
Janet E. Griffith, Worthy Matron
Danny L. Cooper, Worthy Patron
SPECIAL BIRTHDAY
Congratulations to Sister Mildred Bell, P.M. on her 105th Birthday.
She extends her thanks to the chapter for her card and gift.
TOP 3 GRAND OFFICERS
Patti L. Rhinesmith, Most Worthy Grand Matron
Carl W. Milley, Most Worthy Grand Patron
Carole R. Moore, Right Worthy Associate Grand Matron
GRAND OFFICERS OF THIRTY SEVENTH DISTRICT
Carl W. Milley, Most Worthy Grand Patron
David E. Gaehring, Past Grand Patron, Fraternal Dad
Edith Mae Smith, Past Grand Matron
Marjorie S. White, Past Grand Matron
Doris K. Cronk, Past Grand Matron
Jacqueline A. Anderson, Past Grand Matron
Katherine V. Stiles, Past Grand Matron
Ella R. Kovash, Past Grand Matron, Right Worthy Grand Secretary
Suzanne M. Peterson, Past Grand Matron
Anne L. Deeck, Past Grand Matron
Joanne S. Parsels, Past Grand Matron
Phyllis A. Bowman, Past Grand Matron (DM)
of the Grand Jurisdiction of Delaware
Richard W. Berry, Past Grand Patron
Wilfred R. Parsels, Jr., Past Grand Patron
John M. Simensen, Past Grand Patron
Joseph H. Rival, Jr., Past Grand Patron
Charles C. Murschell, Jr., Past Grand Patron
Robert E. Peterson, Past Grand Patron
Charles L. Westenberger, Past Grand Patron
Joan G. Smith, Right Worthy Grand Conductress
Diane S. Capel, Grand Trustee
Genevieve E. Cressman, Worthy Grand Martha
Deborah D. Martin, Worthy Grand Electa
Linda G. Amme, Worthy District Deputy #37
Janice Knodel, Grand Representative of Puerto Rico
Diane G. Howe, Grand Representative of Nebraska
Kathleen C. Zielinski, Grand Representative of Wyoming
Lisa Crank, Grand Representative of Georgia
Frederick H. Martin, Grand Representative of Kentucky
Karen B. Sorbello, Grand Representative of Virginia
M. Frances Miller, Grand Representative of Delaware
Paula E. Brining, Grand Representative of Kansas
Betty Jane Hickman, Grand Representative of Mississippi
Judy Brown, Grand Representative of Tennessee
Albert Hann, Grand Representative of South Carolina
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In case of illness and misfortune, contact Sister Janet Davis, 856-468-2781
ATTEST: Catharine A. Stoudt, G.O., Secretary, 12 Monroe Avenue, Pitman, NJ 08071. Please notify Sister Catharine if you have a change of address. It will speed up the delivery of the bulletin to you.
DISTRICT DATES TO REMEMBER
(and others of interest to our members)
Sep 10 Silentia #56 & Pitman #57 – Reception for Sister Patti L. Rhinesmith,
MWGM and Brother Carl W. Milley, MWGP, E. Brunswick Chateau, E. Brunswick, NJ. For information contact Brother Carroll Campbell, 973-838-9529
Sep 13 Fairview #219 – Regular Meeting
Sep 14 Swedesboro #115 – Regular Meeting
Sep 15 Penns Grove #86 – Regular Meeting, Initiation
Sep 15 Haddonfield #140 – Regular Meeting
Sep 15 Laurel Springs #227 – Regular Meeting
Sep 19 Pitman #57 – Regular Meeting
Sep 20 Penns Grove #86 Reception for Sisters Linda Amme, WDD #37 and
M. Frances Miller, GR Delaware at Penns Grove
Sep 25 Laurel Springs #227 – Regular Meeting, Official Visitation of Sister
Linda G. Amme, WDD #37
Sep 27 Williamstown #149 – Regular Meeting, Renew Obligation
Oct 1 Grand Representative Association meeting; Mt. Holly Lodge; 11:00 A.M.
Oct 3 Pitman #57 – Regular Meeting, Obligation, Service Awards
Oct 5 Swedesboro #115 – Regular Meeting
Oct 6 Penns Grove #86 – Regular Meeting, Past Matrons & Past Patrons
Oct 6 Haddonfield #140 – Regular Meeting
Oct 7 Athene #201 – Regular Meeting, Official Visitation of Sister Linda G. Amme, WDD #37
Oct 11 Williamstown #149 – Regular Meeting
Oct 11 Fairview #219 – Top 3 & Honor Night for Sister Joan Smith, RWGC
Oct 13 Collingswood #150 – Regular Meeting
Oct 15 State PM & PP Association Meeting; Williamstown Lodge
Oct 17 Pitman #57 – Regular Meeting
Oct 19 Swedesboro #115 – Regular Meeting
Oct 20 Laurel Springs #227 – Regular Meeting
Oct 24 Pitman #57 – Pitman Chapter PM and PP Covered Dish & Meeting
Oct 25 Williamstown #149 – Regular Meeting
Oct 29 State Secretary Treasurers Meeting
GRAND CHAPTER DATES
(of local interest, not a complete list)
(go to www.NJOES.com for full details or contact the Worthy Matron)
Sep 10 Reception for Sister Patti L. Rhinesmith, MWGP and Brother Carl W.
Milley, MWGP; E. Brunswick Chateau, E. Brunswick
Sep 23 Annual Charity Ball, Dyslexia Center, Hasbrouck Heights
Oct 2 Let Freedom Ring Reunion
Oct 7-9 Sister Patti and Brother Carl’s OES Campout - Contact Sister Fran
Levering (856-234-0846) or Sister Fay Biscieglio (609-927-6971) for details
Oct 22 32nd District Meeting; RWAGM presents Associate Matrons with pins
Oct 27 Grand Visitation – Delaware/NJ Night at 5 Points Chapter, DE
Jan 18-23 Sister Patti and Brother Carl’s Las Vegas Trip
TO OUR SICK AND SHUT INS
Just a word to wish you well,
And say sincerely too,
We hope good health and happiness,
Will soon return to you.
TO THOSE WHO HAVE LOST LOVED ONES
God understands your longing,
Your deepest grief He shares.
Then let him bear your burden,
He understands and cares.
IN MEMORIAM
Sister Geraldine F. Cohen
Initiated February 16, 1965
Entered Into Rest September 2, 2010
Sister Dorothy Woodward
Initiated December 26, 1939
Entered into Rest May 12, 2011
Sister Frances Lloyd
Initiated March 2, 1982
Entered into Rest June 15, 2011
Sister Shirley V. Hamall, PGM
Initiated January 18, 1951
MWGM 1981-1982
Entered into Rest August 15, 2011
IF YOU WISH TO RECEIVE YOUR BULLETIN BY E-MAIL
Please send an e-mail to wmilley2002@yahoo.com
Be sure to include your full name and phone number as well as your e-mail address
NEW JERSEY EASTERN STAR HOME, INC.
Contact Information
Address: 111 Finderne Avenue, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Phone: 908-722-4140
Internet: www.NJEASTERNSTARHOME.COM
Admission Information: 908-722-4140
Activities Department: 908-722-4140
Donations: Write check to New Jersey Eastern Star Home
PITMAN #57 WAYS AND MEANS
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 8:00 to 11:00 A.M. – ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT COUNTRY BREAKFAST, sponsored by Pitman Lodge No. 197, Pitman Masonic Temple. Adults $6.00, Children $3.00. Servers will be needed; please volunteer. Baked goods are needed for the Chapter’s Bake Table. Contact Sister Kay Stoudt (856-589-0728) for baked goods and Sister Gene Cressman (856-589-5600) to help. Walk-ins welcome.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 7:30 P.M. – WAYS AND MEANS MEETING
Bring your ideas and suggestions. It might just spark the next great project. Light refreshments served.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1:00 P.M. - TUPPERWARE IN DRAG
This is guaranteed to be the most fun you’ve ever had at a Tupperware Party. The Host(ess) will be flying in from California. S(he) will entertain you as s(he) sells (he)r wares. Refreshments. Contact Sister Kay Stoudt (856-589-0728) so that we have an approximate count for books, light refreshments, etc.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 8:00 – 1:00 P.M. – OUTDOOR YARD SALE
combined with the Country Breakfast. Start de-cluttering your basement, garage and attic NOW. We need donations. Contact Sister Linda Thomas (856-881-2631)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 8:00 to 11:00 A.M. – ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT COUNTRY BREAKFAST, sponsored by Pitman Lodge No. 197, Pitman Masonic Temple. Adults $6.00, Children $3.00. Servers will be needed; please volunteer. Baked goods are needed for the Chapter’s Bake Table. Contact Sister Kay Stoudt (856-589-0728) for baked goods and Sister Gene Cressman (856-589-5600) to help. Walk-ins welcome.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 – HOAGIE SALE
(we must have minimum of 250 orders and 15 volunteers to help make them in the morning.) Contact Sister Mildred Haines (856-589-8199) with your orders, and/or to help prepare or deliver the hoagies. Cost $5.00.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER ?, 6:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. – FALL SCRAPBOOKING WORKSHOP – Contact Sister Jackie Marker (856-863-1617) for date & information.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER ?, 9:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M. – FALL SCRAPBOOKING WORKSHOP – Contact Sister Jackie Marker (856-863-1617) for date & information.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 6:00 P.M. – ANNUAL NON-PROGRESSIVE DINNER
at the home of Sister Mildred Haines. All welcome for a great night of food, fun and fellowship. Contact Sister Mildred Haines (856-589-8199) for information. Cost. $10.00.
AVON – We receive profit from each order. Call Sister Wendy Milley (856-863-2362) if you need a book delivered. Keep in mind that prices change every 2 weeks.
PITMAN BROADWAY THEATER TICKETS
Broadway Theater in Pitman sells tickets for their season performances. Our Chapter receives a portion of the sales for our Ways and Means. These make a great gift or a special night out for yourself and a friend. Contact Sister Bette Stanwood (856-589-1646) for additional information.
PITMAN CHAPTER CHRISTMAS CARD
Add your name to our Christmas Card which will be inserted in each bulletin for Nov. & Dec. Deadline Oct. 3. The form is in this bulletin. This is a great money-maker for our chapter. Please participate.
LONGABERGER BASKET
This quality made basket will make a wonderful gift. Tickets are $1.00 and will be drawn on Master Mason Night. For tickets or additional information contact Sister Gene Cressman (856-589-5600).
MEMBERSHIP BOOKS
All member’s names, addresses and phone numbers are included and are great for sending cards or making phone calls. The purchase price of a book is $8.00. Contact Sister Wendy Milley (856-863-2362) for a book.
RADA CUTLERY
Contact Sister Kay Stoudt (856-589-0728) for a catalog. If you have never used these products, you will not be disappointed. There are several new items available.
WAWA SHORTI HOAGIE COUPONS
These coupons are great to put in a gift or card for Birthday, paperboy, mailman, hairdresser, nail dresser or for anyone you would like to show a little appreciation. The cost is $4.00. The coupons can be redeemed at any WAWA store for a Shorti Hoagie. Contact Sister Wendy Milley (856-863-2362).
DISTRICT #37 WAYS & MEANS PROJECTS
Sep 18 Collingswood #150 – Spaghetti Dinner at the Collingswood Masonic Temple; 4:00–6:00 PM; $10.00; Joan 856-227-2920
Oct 8 Athene #201 – Oktoberfest Dinner and Bake Sale
Oct 8 Fairview #219 – Day Trip to Philadelphia
Oct 22 Collingswood #150 – Fashion Show by Fashion Bug; Elva 856-985-9344
Oct 29 Collingswood #150 – Halloween Covered Dish Luncheon; Elva 856-985-9344
Dec 3 Haddonfield #140 – Magical Mystery Trip, $90, Continental Breakfast, Lunch.
Deposit by 9/30 of $30.00. Carol Grant (856-456-9073)
Dec 3-5 Collingswood #150 – Bus trip to Williamsburg, VA; Dottie 856-429-4631
Collingswood #150 – Joe Corbi products & Innesbrook Wrap
PITMAN CHAPTER PAST MATRONS & PAST PATRONS
MONDAY, OCTOBER 24, 6:30 P.M. – Pitman Past Matrons & Past Patrons covered dish and meeting at the Pitman Masonic Temple. Bring your choice of food and place settings. Meat, beverage, and dessert provided (a small collection will be taken). Dues is $3.00 per year. Contact Sister Linda Thomas (856-881-2631).
PITMAN CHAPTER #57
CHRISTMAS CARD
Deadline Oct. 3 to be in our Nov.-Dec. Bulletin
Add your name to our Chapter’s Christmas Card for all to receive in their next bulletin. With the cost of postage, what a nice way to be remembered to your friends in Star while you are supporting our Ways and Means Project.
For only $6.00 a single name, $10.00 for a couple (husband & wife), Everyone on our Chapter mailing list will receive a beautiful card.
Name: __________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________
Phone #: _________________
Print name as you wish it to appear on the card: (no titles)
_______________________________________________
Send this form with a check, made out to
“Pitman Chapter No. 57, O.E.S.”
with memo for “Christmas Card”, by October 3 to:
Wendy Milley, 4 Williamsburg Ct., Glassboro, NJ 08028
PITMAN CHAPTER #57
CHRISTMAS CARD
Deadline Oct. 3 to be in our Nov.-Dec. Bulletin
Add your name to our Chapter’s Christmas Card for all to receive in their next bulletin. With the cost of postage, what a nice way to be remembered to your friends in Star while you are supporting our Ways and Means Project.
For only $6.00 a single name, $10.00 for a couple (husband & wife), Everyone on our Chapter mailing list will receive a beautiful card.
Name: __________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________
Phone #: _________________
Print name as you wish it to appear on the card: (no titles)
_______________________________________________
Send this form with a check, made out to
“Pitman Chapter No. 57, O.E.S.”
with memo for “Christmas Card”, by October 3 to:
Wendy Milley, 4 Williamsburg Ct., Glassboro, NJ 08028
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