Station Work Flashcards
Recite the station work for the Outer Guard.
Honoured Queen, my station is outside the Anteroom door. My duty is to
prevent interruptions during Bethel meetings and with your permission,
admit only those who are qualified.
It teaches that we must guard against
sin and protect ourselves from the temptations of the world to the end
of our earthly journey.
Recite the station work for the Inner Guard.
Honoured Queen, my station is
Inside the Anteroom door. My duty
is to respond to warnings from outside
and to give your orders to the
Outer Guard. It teaches that we must
be alert to temptations that influence
our hearts and minds.
Recite the station work for the Junior Custodian.
Honoured Queen, my station is to the left and west of the Junior Princess. My duty is to assist the Marshal in caring for the properties of the Bethel, to assist the Junior Princess during the Ceremony of Initiation and to perform any other duties that may be assigned to me by the Honoured Queen. It teaches that the smallest task carefully performed is a stepping-stone to advancement and more important duties.
Recite the station work for the Senior Custodian.
Honoured Queen, my station is to the right and west of the Senior Princess. My duty is to assist the Marshal in caring for the properties of the Bethel, to assist the Senior Princess during the Ceremony of Initiation and to perform any other duires that may be assigned to me by the Honoured Queen. It teaches that the smallest task deserves the same attention as one of more importance and should be promptly and cheerfully performed.
Recite the station work for the First Messenger.
Honoured Queen, my station is in the Messengers’ semicircle between the Treasurer and Second Messenger. My duty is to assist the Junior Princess during the ceremony of the First Epoch. It teaches that respect for the wishes of our parents and guardians is a virtue to be practiced in our homes and daily lives and that we must strive to be an example for others.
Recite the station work for the Second Messenger.
Honoured Queen, my station is in the Messengers’ semicircle between the First and Fifth Messengers. My duty is to assist the Junior Princess during the ceremony of the First Epoch. It teaches that in our daily lives, we must always be aware of life’s temptations.
Recite the station work for the Third Messenger.
Honoured Queen, my station is in the Messengers’ semicircle between the Chaplain and Fourth Messenger. My duty is to assist the Senior Princess during the ceremony of the Second Epoch. It teaches that whatever our stations in life may be, our responsibilities to God and all mankind should always inspire us to noble deeds.
Recite the station work for the Forth Messenger.
Honoured Queen, my station is in the Messengers’ semicircle between the Third and Fifth Messengers. My duty is to assist the Senior Princess during the ceremony of the Second Epoch. It teaches that righteous service will lead to life eternal.
Recite the station work for the Fifth Messenger.
Honoured Queen, my station is in the Messengers’ semicircle at the center. My duty is to assist the Honoured Queen during the ceremony of the Third Epoch. It teaches that we should consider all of our actions and thoughtfully plan our lives so that we may reach the highest attainments in life.
Recite the station work for the Librarian.
Honoured Queen, my station is to the right and west of the Senior Princess. My duty is to encourage a desire for good literature, arts and sciences. It teaches that since our Order is founded on the Book of Job, we should live according to its teachings what we may assume any duty God may require of us.
Recite the station work for the Musician.
Honoured Queen, my station is at the piano. My duty is to preside at the instrument during the musical part of our ceremonies. It teaches that harmony is essential to all organizations and is a virtue for which we should all strive.
Recite the station work for the Recorder.
Honoured Queen, my station is to the left and west of the Junior Princess. My duty is to record the minutes of the Bethel, to assist the Guardian Secretary in receiving money due to the Bethel and turn it over to the Bethel Treasurer and the Guardian Treasurer. It teaches that our every act should be as the Recording Angel would have it in her Book of Life.
Recite the station work for the Treasurer.
Altar. My duty is to read the Treasurer’s Report at each Bethel meeting and to assist the Guardian Treasurer in receiving Bethel money from the Recorder and the Guardian Secretary. It teaches that honesty is the foundation upon which to build character.
Recite the station work for the Chaplain.
Honoured Queen, my station is north of the Altar. My duty is to attend at the Altar during the devotions of the Bethel and to communicate the Obligation to the Pilgrims. It teaches that piety, religion and reverence for sacred things are the beacon lights of life.
Recite the station work for the Marshal.
Honoured Queen, my station is in the West, at the left of the Guide. My duty is to present the Flag of our Country, to be in charge of the properties of the Bethel and to assist the Guide in the performance of her duties. It teaches that respect for our country and its laws is the foundation of good citizenship.
