Caroline Chapter #39 O.E.S.
Mechanicsburg OH
2026 Officers
Worthy Matron Cindy Pience
Worthy Patron John PIence
Associate Matron Pam Moore
Associate Patron Bill Instine
Secretary Jeanette Roberts
Treasurer Marion Johnson
Conductress Suzanne Dick
Associate Conductress Paula Holmes
Chaplain Jamie Carlson
Marshal David Peters
Organist Rose Davenport
Adah Karen Bodey
Ruth Nancy Instine
Esther Taylor Johnson
Martha Jeanne Godden
Electa Karen Baughman
Warder Bob Godden
Sentinel Rick Bails
Trustees
Al Johnson Pennie Brown
Pages and Aide
Tammy Carlson Teresa Pience
Al Johnson
Home Chapter of
Carol Kauffman, PGM, 2000
Marion Johnson, GC Historian, Page to District President
Jeanne Godden, Charities Director
Jeanette Roberts, District President
Theme
Be “Udderly” Joyful
Symbol
Cow
Motto
Live life like someone left the gate open!
Scripture
Rejoice Always!
First Thessalonians 5:16
Colors
Lavender and Green
Flower:
Hydrangea
Honoring
The people and experiences that have led us to today
Dates to Note
September 19
44 Club
September15
Cheese Orders Due
Cheese Delivery
September 24
Airport Cafe 8:30 a.m.
Springfield Masonic Center
September 14 Stated Meeting Potluck 6:30 Meeting 7:30
Meeting Notes
First Monday at 7:30, except September, Second Monday and July and August, no meeting
Regular Meeting
September 14, 2026
We don’t usually meet on the second Monday, but because of Labor Day, we do that in September! We began with a delicious potluck dinner, with the shredded pork provided by our Worthy Patron, John Pience. There were many other excellent dishes and plenty of desserts!
Our Worthy Matron, Cindy Pience, welcomed all and shared that the evening was extra special in that Marilyn Foulk was present to receive her 50 year pin. She was presented in the dining room by our Conductress, Suzanne Dick, andAl Johnson was honored to be able to present her pin, sharing a bit of her political history in Urbana and her membership in Urbana Chapter, serving as Worthy Matron in 1983. We were pleased that her daughters were also able to be with us, Susan Lantz and Sheryl. We also welcomed Janet Mohr, who brought several items that had been her parents, and we enjoyed looking, remembering, and even taking several of the items. Thank you, Janet.
We adjourned to the meeting room and Cindy greeted us with “Hope you had a lovely summer and made the MOOST of it!” She also shared that we love our trees until the leaves fall off, and then we encourage them to try again. And one more, from Janet’s mother: “Don’t tell me not to worry. I have learned that the things I worry most about never happen.” Our honored guests tonight were our very own members: Past Grand Matron Carol Kauffman, Grand Chapter Historian, Marion Johnson; and Charities Director, Jeanne Godden, along with District President, Jeanette Roberts. We are always pleased to recognize our Honored Masons (4), 50 year members (9), our Past Matrons and Patrons and former grand appointments. We had 25 present, including our newest member, Karen VanZant.
Al Johnson was presented at the altar by Suzanne, one of the 6 women, in addition to his wife, that he has served with as Worthy Patron. Marion Johnson presented his 60-year pin, sharing the highlights of the 10 years that he has served as Worthy Patron, and the first time he served as Marshal, Chaplain, Warder and Sentinel.
Following our regular business, we agreed to investigate the acquisition of a new, lighter weight rug and discussed the “Meet the Deputy” evening to be held at Caroline on October 4th. Jamie Carlson shared some interesting 1898 minutes from Urania Lodge which involved Elizabeth Chapter members.
Resolutions of respect were read for Jody Bails, who would have been our District President. Jeanette shared that Jackie Hayes is to receive her 70-year pin, and we will set a date, probably in early October, to present it to her. Taylor Johnson presented the giving plate to Suzanne with grateful thanks for all of her help learning her part.
With no further business, we closed, looking forward to Grand Chapter and our new Deputy Grand Matron. Will she be from Caroline Chapter???????
Contact Us
Masonic Temple Address
NOT FOR MAILING
10 N Main St
Mechanicsburg OH
About OES
Caroline Chapter #39, OES, is a subordinate chapter of Ohio Grand Chapter and the General Grand Chapter.
The Order of the Eastern Star is one of the largest fraternal organization to which both men and women may belong. It is a social order comprised of persons with spiritual values, but it is not a religion. Its appeal rests in the true beauty of the refreshing and character-building lessons that are so sincerely portrayed in its ritualistic work. A deep fraternal bond exists between its members. It is the wholesome relationship of sisterly and brotherly love brought about through high principles exemplified in our lives which makes us near and dear to each other.
While this Order is composed of people of deep spiritual convictions, it is open to all faiths, except no faith. The personal welfare of our members is vital to all of those in the Eastern Star and it is considered a privilege to help another member whenever we can.
The stated purposes of the organization are Charitable, Educational, Fraternal and Scientific, but there is much more to it than that. Dr. Rob Morris, the Poet Laureate of Masonry, founded the Order using beautiful and inspiring biblical examples of heroic conduct and moral values. These portray the noble principles which should adorn the personal lives of Eastern Star members. Eastern Star strives to take good people and through uplifting and elevating associations of love and service, and through precept and example, build an Order which is truly dedicated to Charity, Truth and Loving Kindness.
If you are a Master Mason in good standing or a woman with one of the following specific Masonic affiliations to a Master Mason living or in good standing at the time of his death, age 18 or older, you may become a member:
Wife Grandmother Granddaughter Sister-in-law
Widow Daughter Great granddaughter Aunt
Mother Stepdaughter Sister Niece
Stepmother Legally adopted daughter Half-sister Great niece
Mother-in-law Daughter-in-law Stepsister
You may also join if you were either an active member for three (3) years or majority member of the International Order of Job's Daughters, or of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, and have attained the age of at least eighteen (18) years.
If you have an interest in joining, please contact us using the form above and we will answer your questions and, if you desire, help you locate a chapter close to you.