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Introduction:
Pythian Sisters is a fraternal order with members throughout the United
States and Canada. We honor the Holy Bible and all religions but are aligned
with none. The Flags of our two Countries have important roles in our
meetings but we have no political agenda.
The Order, an independent auxiliary of the Honorable Order of the Knights
of Pythias, was founded on October 23, 1888 with the institution of our
first temple, located in Warsaw, Indiana.
The Fraternal Order of the Knights of Pythias boasts a beautiful ritual
based on the remarkable story of the boundless friendship between two
men of ancient times - Damon and Pythias. Its founding took place in 1864
in Washington, D.C., with the institution of its first lodge, chartered
by an act of the United States Congress, on the order of President Abraham
Lincoln, in his desire to find a means to ease the human conflict and
suffering created by the Civil War.
Who Are Eligible:
To be eligible for membership in a Temple, a woman must not be less than
sixteen years of age, of good character, and speak the English language.
We maintain that friendship and strong family relationships are essential
factors for a happy life.
Objective:
The work of the Pythian
Sisters covers a broad field. It is not confined to the local Temple nor
to the field of Pythianism. The Pythian Sisters organization, in addition
to its beautiful, meaningful ritualistic work, is engaged in altruistic
efforts second to none among women's organizations.
Do You Know:
The Order of Pythian Sisters sponsor Special Olympics in the United States
of America and Cerebral Palsy in Canada.
The Pythian Sisters maintain a youth organization with like purposes called
the "Pythian Sunshine Girls" for girls, ages eight to twenty
years of age.
Pythian Sisters are encouraged:
- To be vitally
interested in public affairs on the national, state and local levels.
- To be an advocate
for the social betterment of the communities in which they live.
- To bring about
a spirit of cooperation, friendship and goodwill among women.
- To extend opportunities
to all through participation.
The Elected Grand
Temple Officers are: Grand Chief Joyce Harter, Grand Senior Roni Hartley,
Grand Junior Shirley Moore, Grand Manager Stephanie Breedlove McKee, Grand Secretary
Maridene Adams, PGC, Grand Treasurer Rhonda Miller, Grand Protector Staci Cross, and Grand Guard Shirley Foster.
For more information
and to join please call the Grand Lodge Office and we will then forward
your questions and interests to the local Temple.
email at below or
call 765-529-7712
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