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Frequently Asked Questions About Pledge
What will each girl gain from this program?
Each girl has the opportunity to learn the importance of being of
service
to others, to accept responsibility and to develop her own leadership
qualities.
How does a girl become a member?
Any girl between the ages of 7 and 11 may become a pledge to
the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls upon being recommended
by one girl and one adult from the following list: Pledge Sister,
Rainbow
Girl, Majority Member of Rainbow, Member of the Masonic Lodge, or
Member
of the Eastern Star.
Who is in charge of the program?
This program is sponsored by the local Rainbow Assembly, whose Advisory
Board appoints a Pledge Mother and Assistant Pledge Mother. These
ladies
are responsible for the operation of the Pledge Group and reports
directly
to the Supreme Inspector in Oregon.
Who may attend the pledge meetings?
The pledge meetings are open to the pledge members, their friends and
families. There is no restriction because of fraternal affiliation, but
meetings are not open to the public.
Do the girls have their own ritual?
Yes, their Rituals include Opening, Closing, Initiation, Blossom
Ceremony,
Majority and Installation ceremonies.
What other activities are there in addition to meetings?
Every group has at least one service project a term (six months). These
projects may be in conjunction with the local Rainbow Assembly. Since
the
Pledges are future Rainbow Girls, fun activities are planned with the
local
Assembly so the girls may get to know each other. We have slumber
parties,
take trips to the zoo, parks and beach. We go on hayrides, march in
parades
and have mystery trips.
There are no initiation fees or dues as a pledge sister.
For more information contact Miss Darci Sullivan, Director of Oregon Pledge Program, 503/357-0761