Earth Angel Newsletter October 2007

Dear Earth Angels:

It was a great turnout at Adarel #3 in Jacksonville. Thanks to Marissa Unger, WM, and the cooks for hosting us and taking care of our nourishment.

We were able to install two more Earth Angel Officers, Jerry Lou Gerber, Recording Secretary, and Marissa Unger, Corresponding Secretary. Five down and one to go.

I was very pleased at the net results of both the Picnic and Shortcake booth. A lot of people did a lot of work under the direction of Gerry Brown. We all thank you very much.

Sister Patti and I have had some Oak Trees made into both a Tux Saver and a Pin which are available at $5.00 each with all proceeds going to Home Endowment. We also have available the Session Charm and Pin.

Congratulations to our WGM Sharon and Husband Harry on their 53 rd Wedding Anniversary.

If you haven’t taken a look at our new website, it’s time you did. The address is www.oregonoes.org/ You should get into the habit of reviewing it frequently for any new announcements.

One of the LAWS OF THE UNIVERSE is the “Law of the Lockers” which states “If there are only two people in a locker room, they will have adjacent lockers”

Fraternal Love,
Hunt M. Compton
Worthy Grand Patron
P.S. Remember Home Endowment

Minutes from the Earth Angels Meeting, September 15, 2007

The Earth Angels met at Adarel Chapter on Sept. 15, 2007. We had 40 Earth Angels for lunch. President Michelle called the meeting to order. WGP Hunt led all in the flag ceremony. Sister Sharon Baker, WGM and Brother Hunt Compton, WGP were introduced with their escorts, Brother Harry Baker PGP/GGCCM and Sister Patti Compton. Also introduced were Sister Penny McKinnon, PGM/GGCA and Sister Ann Ingalls, PGM/Grand Lecturer. The Grand Committee Members and Grand Representatives were recognized.

Minutes : The minutes from the previous meeting were accepted as printed in the newsletter, and corrected.

Treasurer’s Report : Beginning Balance $6,539.29 + income $3,092.84 - disbursements $922.00 ending balance $8,710.13.

Sickness and Cheer : Doris said she feels much better. Stella broke her foot, and is here today. Each thanked all for their cards. Iva Jean Bonar reported Lois Germeyer is in the hospital, and has had surgery. Susan reported Dorothy Lewis is just home from California. Kathy and Larry Tripp’s granddaughter is back in the hospital. Dianna reported Betty Roten fell and broke her hip. She is unable to have surgery, so she’ll be a long time recovering at home. Phil said his daughter has been diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer, and starts treatment on Monday.

Unfinished Business : Installing Patron Hunt, Installing Chaplain Michelle, and Installing Marshall Patti installed Recording Secretary Jerry Lou Gerber and Corresponding Secretary Marissa Unger. It was announced that our newsletter can go out by email, so please contact Marissa (541-890-2167 or TheFrogPrincess@gmail.com ) to get on the mailing list. The deadline for submissions to the next newsletter is October 1 st. Pres. Michelle read a report from Gerry Brown from the Shortcake Booth. The proceeds were $1,485.94. WGM Sharon thanked WGP Hunt and Sister Patti for being there all weekend. She also thanked all who were there and helped. WGP Hunt said there were a lot of people behind the scenes also to thank for cupcakes, etc. A report from Gerry Brown on the All Masonic Picnic was read. The income was $446.73 less expenses of $205.21, for a net profit of $241.52. Patti said that she and Hunt will be unable to do the Shortcake Booth again, and as we are financially solvent, she moved that we pass the Memorial Day Weekend Shortcake Booth on to another group (S/P). WGM Sharon suggested it should go the Oregon Gems. (M/S/P). Penny reported on the BOW weekend. It was started her and Harry’s year, and has been very successful. This year it is in Richmond, BC. To make reservations on the bus, $40 is due at WGP Hunt’s reception (9/29) and the balance (amount dependent on reservations) is due at AGC Connie’s reception (10/13). The bus will leave Mall 205 in Portland at 7 AM 11/3. Make your own room reservations at Best Western in Richmond, BC and ask for Eastern Star rate.

Committee Reports : AUDIT--Dianna Barr gave the report of the Audit committee (herself, Shari Durgan, Penny McKinnon) . The books balanced with an ending balance of $6,539.29. Treasurer’s books were in very good order. She suggested we may want to do semi-annual audits. WAYS & MEANS--Dianna reported only $9 so far today. Pat reported they had brought the things from Grand Chapter. SCRAPBOOK--Patti reported working on them a full day in Sumpter at the Shortcake Booth. She presented WGM Sharon and WGP Hunt with their scrapbooks. They were much appreciated.

New Business : Pres Michelle presented WGM Sharon and PGP Harry with an anniversary card and a gift certificate to Olive Garden. They celebrated 53 years of marriage this year. Pres Michelle presented WGP Hunt with a birthday card and a gift certificate to Home Depot. They thanked the group for their gifts.

Receiving Bills : Bills were received for the lunch and gifts, and were approved to be paid.

Good of the Order : WGM Sharon thanked all for coming, and for the card and gift. She said she was looking forward to the reception tonight. She thanked everyone for all they do. She also reminded us of the Grand Master’s reception on 11/6 at Salem. We should wear our traveling suits as it is from 1-4 PM and casual. She reminded us of the next few receptions coming up, and said our next meeting will be October 13. WGP Hunt thanked all for being here. He also thanked the group for the scrapbook and the birthday card and gift. He said he has pins with him to sell for $5.00. Door prizes were won by Carolyn Robbins, Penny McKinnon, & Karri Frahler. Pres. Michelle closed the meeting, and asked for us to stay and practice our addendums for the receptions.

 

Respectfully Submitted, Jerry Lou Gerber, Recording Secretary

 

From the Prez

Dear Earth Angels-

What a great showing at both Sister Sharon's and Brother Hunt's receptions!
They can be really proud of you and I know that they are. Thank you so
much for your support and participation in our addendums. Please attend as
many of the grand officer receptions as you can in your area. They are a
great group of folks and we love 'em!

If you know of anyone who needs a little cheer, let me or our cheer
committee members know about it.

Hope to see many of you at the October 13th luncheon meeting in Albany.
It's not too early to start thinking about coming to MESH on December 7th to
help decorate and deliver Christmas trees to our member residents. It's a
lot fun and gives great joy to both the members and YOU! Happy Fall!

We received a Thank You note from WGP Hunt: Dear Earth Angels: Thank you for the Heirloom Wood Journal presented by Terry McKinley. It is wonderful. Thank you also for the very generous monetary gift I received at Grand Session. It is truly appreciated. Upon arrival at Pendleton, Patti and I received a care package of fruit, crackers, dip, candy and cookies, but no indication of who sent it. We later discovered it came from the Earth Angels. Both Patti and I sincerely appreciate your generosity and friendship. Thank you! Hunt

 

EARTH ANGELS LUNCHEONS

2 nd VP, Blanche Davis has been hard at work setting up our lunch schedule for this year. Please contact Sister Blanche (503-363-8787) with your reservations by the Tuesday prior to the lunch. If you are on the “permanent list”, you only need to call if you are unable to make it. The luncheons will be served at noon, with the meeting starting at 1:00. This month the reservation due date is Tuesday, 10/9.

• October 13 Barzallia #116 Albany
• November17 Hope #13 La Grande
• December 8 Victoria #76 Turner
• January ? TBD TBD TBD
• February 9 Barzallia #116 Albany
• March 15 Elkton #143 Elkton
• April 19 Grande Ronde Valley # 49 Union
• May 10? Forest #42 Forest Grove
• June Grand Chapter Pendleton

 

EARTH ANGELS TOTE BAGS

Our Bag Order Form All bag orders must be prepaid

Bags are Blue canvas with zippered pockets. They have our group’s logo design on the front with our group’s name, the Eastern Star logo and your name & chapter on the back.

COST OF THE BAG IS: $30.00 (This includes the embroidered artwork, etc.)

NAME: ___________________________________ PHONE:_______________

CHAPTER:_______________________________CHAPTER NO.:___________

Make Check payable to: Earth Angels

Please send your check along with order form to:

Sharon Baker, 278 White Oak Dr., Medford, OR 07504

There will be an additional charge for postage