Petition FAQs

We are delighted that you would like to become an Eastern Star member!

For your convenience, our most common questions are answered right here, not finding what you want? Reach out directly through our Grand Secretary .

Q: Who is eligible to join Eastern Star?

First, there are requirements that you must fulfill. One is that you are related to a Mason. Our Constitution and Laws state the following:

“Affiliated Master Masons in good standing and any female relatives who are related by birth, marriage, or adoption to Affiliated Master Masons in good standing, or if deceased were in good standing at the time of death; as well as members – either active for three (3) years or majority- in the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls® or in Job’s Daughters International®, each of whom having attained to at least the age of eighteen (18) years, are eligible to membership in the Order of the Eastern Star.” (Ritual, General Regulations, Membership. Eligibility for the Degrees., pg. 163).”

 

“Further, it shall be required that persons applying for membership shall believe in the existence of a Supreme Being, shall not be addicted to the use of intoxicating liquors or drugs, shall be a person of good moral habits, and shall be so reported by the Committee of Investigation.”

Q: How to join?

If you have a Masonic affiliation that meets the requirements, you will need to provide proof of that relationship (a current dues card for the Mason or a letter or email from the Grand Lodge Secretary indicating he was in good standing at his death).  Contact information for Pennsylvania is as follows:

Address:

The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania
1 North Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598

Phone:  215-988-1917
Email for Grand Secretary requests:  gsoffice@pagrandlodge.org

Q: How to obtain a Petition?

Once you have you have your proof of relationship information ready, you will then need two members of a chapter in your area that will help you complete and submit your petition for membership. 

If you are not acquainted with any Eastern Star members, contact the Grand Secretary of the Grand Chapter of Pennsylvania Order of the Eastern Star, Inc at gs@paoes.org. She will be able to put you in touch with current members in your area to assist you with the process. (It can take several months).