by the General Grand Chapter

“ At the third point of the Star, Worthy Matron.
W. M. Sister Esther.
Esther. Worthy Matron.
[W. M. What is your duty and explain your badge of office.
Esther. To make known to all proper inquirers the light, knowledge and beauty of the White ray, which symbolizes Light, Purity and Joy. My badge is the Crown and Scepter within the Triangle, an emblem of royalty and power. In the exercise of authority, we should be governed by justice and unselfish loyalty to the welfare of others. It was by the practice of these virtues that Esther was able to save her people from extermination.] ”

“ Give us strength to continue in every good work and faith to believe that we shall reap if we faint not; and at last may we enjoy the blessedness which Thou hast prepared for those that love Thee. Amen.
Response by all the members.
So may it ever be. The Worthy Patron or Chaplain steps back into the circle of Star officers, between Esther and Martha, facing East, remaining in that position until the Worthy Matron seats the Chapter, when he returns to his station. ”

“ W. M. You will ascertain if all present are members of the Order.
If the Associate Matron is able of her own knowledge to vouch for all present, she responds at once to the Worthy Matron. If she is unable to do so, she says :
A. M. Sisters Conductress and Associate Conductress, ascertain and report if all present are members of the Order.
The Conductress and Associate Conductress will use the customary means of examination, beginning at the East, on the South and North, meeting at the West, back of Esther. The Associate Conductress reports to the Conductress. ”