Job's Daughters Constitution & Bylaws - Bethel Flashcards
(142 cards)
1
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How many members are required to organize a new Bethel?
A
10
2
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True or False? A Daughter who has not paid her dues may still be installed into office.
A
False. A Daughter shall NOT be installed into office unless her dues are paid to the end of the ensuing term.
3
Q
What happens to monies collected in the name of the Bethel?
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Money shall be received by the Bethel Recorder/Guardian Secretary and turned over to the Bethel Treasurer/Guardian Treasurer
4
Q
What are the duties of the Pledge Committee?
A
To give the Pledge of Honor to late unobligated visitors.
5
Q
Which offices MAY be included as the fifth member of the Executive Bethel Guardian Council?
A
Guardian Director of Epochs
Guardian Director of Music
Guardian Director of Promotion
6
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What must occur for a Bethel to be removed from reorganization?
A
- A quorum of 7 members
- An active membership of at least 10 members
- BGC meeting held monthly
- Bethel members dressed in official regalia at least one meeting per month, with steps being taken to resume 2 meetings per month in official regalia
- Bethel minutes being kept and read, and signed by the HQ
- Treasurer’s report read at each meeting.
- Bills audited and read at each meeting.
- Reports given by Daughters
- Roll Call given
- Escort, Introductions & Honors being done properly
- Motions being made in the proper manner
- Honored Queen conducting meetings according to the Ritual
- Bethel room set up according to the Ritual
7
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True or False? A Bethel may present a PHQ with a tiara in lieu of an official PHQ jewel.
A
False. Each Honored Queen must receive an official PHQ jewel.
8
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True or False? A member may be suspended without notice if she has not paid her dues?
A
False. The Bethel Guardian must contact parents or legal guardians of a Bethel member whose dues are delinquent before action is taken to suspend her.
9
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True or False? If, after diligent and exhaustive search, Masonic relationship cannot be verified for an applicant, a Majority Member and a Master Mason (other that the BG and ABG) may sponsor the applicant.
A
True
10
Q
Which Associate BGC member is charged with creating and maintaining a list of Bethel members’ birthdays and other special dates, and making sure the Bethel observes or recognizes moments that create personal connection?
A
Promoter of Good Will
11
Q
What committees must be appointed by the Honored Queen?
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Auditing Committee
Pledge Committee
Proficiency Committee
12
Q
True or False? Each Bethel is required to have an official Bethel seal.
A
True
13
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What shall be considered cause for reprimand or suspension of a member?
A
Insubordination
Non-payment of dues
Retention of money or property of the Bethel
14
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True or False? A Grand Guardian may serve as an Executive member of a Bethel Guardian Council.
A
False. A Grand Guardian, Associate Grand Guardian, Vice Grand Guardian or Vice Associate Grand Guardian shall
not serve as an Executive Member of a BGC.
15
Q
What are the requirements for eligibility on a Bethel Guardian Council?
A
- At least 20 years of age
2. Current CAV
16
Q
True or False? The Honored Queen may appoint substitute officers to pro tem for absentee officers.
A
True
17
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Who may assist the ABG with the audit of Bethel books?
A
Promoter of Finance
18
Q
Who must approve the appointed officers of the Bethel?
A
Executive Members of the Bethel Guardian Council
19
Q
What adults are permitted to attend a closed meeting of a Bethel?
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[a] a Master Mason in good standing, including under the age of twenty (20) or
[b] a direct descendant of a Master Mason (See POL-BOT-2) or
[c] the wife, daughter, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, adopted daughter by law, mother,
grandmother, sister, half-sister, step-sister, niece, grand-niece, daughter-in-law, stepdaughter, step-granddaughter, sister-in-law, first or second cousin or widow of a Master
Mason or
[d] members of an organization basing its membership requirement on Masonic relationship or
[e] Past Bethel Guardians or
[f] Majority Members of JDI or
[g] the parent, grandparent, step-parent, or guardian of a member of the Bethel or
[h] a woman under the age of twenty (20) who is a member of an organization basing its
membership requirements on Masonic relationship, or if married, is eligible to membership
in such an organization, or
[i] the husband of a Majority Member.
20
Q
True or False? Any officer becoming 20 years of age after she has been elected or appointed to an office shall complete her term of office, but shall not be re-elected or re-appointed.
A
True
21
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What is the maximum number of members on a Bethel Guardian Council?
A
9
22
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True or False? Bethels must perform the Majority Ceremony and/or the Obligation Ceremony one time during the year.
A
True.
23
Q
What are the duties of the Proficiency Committee?
A
To assist the members in learning the information necessary to pass the Proficiency Test.
24
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Who should preside over a regular Bethel meeting if the HQ is unable to attend and there are no PHQs available to take her place?
A
Senior Princess, followed by Junior Princess, Guide and Marshal.
25
True or False? A Bethel officer shall lose her office and the honors thereof if absent from 3 regular Bethel meetings without good and sufficient cause.
True
26
Who appoints members to the Bethel Guardian Council?
The Supreme/Grand Guardian
27
When do Daughters assume the Attitude of Prayer?
When the Chaplain is at the Altar
28
True or False? If a Bethel must move its location, it must apply for a new Charter.
False. When it is necessary to move from one city to another, the original Charter shall remain intact. An
authorization showing date of transfer and new location of the Bethel, signed by the Supreme or Grand
Guardian and attested by the Supreme or Grand Secretary, shall be attached to the original Charter.
29
Who may grant a special dispensation?
Supreme/Grand Guardian
30
What are the duties of the Auditing Committee?
To audit the bills received by the Bethel.
31
True or False? If repeating a full term as Honored Queen, the Daughter must be presented with an additional PHQ jewel.
False. A gift may be presented for services rendered in lieu of a PHQ jewel.
32
What is the object of a Bethel Guardian Council
To provide guidance and supervision of all Bethel meetings and activities held in the name of JDI
33
True or False? Vacant stations in a Bethel under reorganization may be filled by Majority Members.
True
34
What special eligibility requirements exist for Bethel Guardians?
The Bethel Guardian shall be:
[a] a direct descendant of a Master Mason or the wife, daughter, granddaughter, greatgranddaughter, adopted daughter by law, mother, grandmother, sister, half-sister, step-sister,
niece, grand-niece, daughter-in-law, step-daughter, step-granddaughter, sister-in-law, first or
second cousin or widow of a Master Mason or
[b] members of an organization basing its membership requirement on Masonic relationship or
[c] Past Bethel Guardians or
[d] Majority Members of JDI.
35
What is the object of a Job's Daughters Bethel?
To band together girls for spiritual and moral up building, to develop leadership, to seek knowledge, to teach love of God, love of Country, respect for its Flag, love of home and family, and reverence for the teachings of the Holy Scriptures.
36
True or False? No member of JDI can be suspended or expelled without a hearing before the Executive Members of the BGC.
True
37
In what month are Bethel Guardian Councils required to hold their Annual Meeting?
April
38
Which members of the BGC have a vote at the Annual Session of the Grand Guardian Council?
The 5 Executive members of the BGC
39
What forms of discipline may a BGC enforce upon a Daughter?
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Suspension or expulsion
Suspension for a definite interval of the right of any Bethel officer to function in her office
Removal of a Bethel officer from office
Reprimand of an officer or member
Probation for a definite period
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40
True or False? It is the duty of the Guardian Treasurer to see that proper record is kept of the receipts of the Bethel and that the books are made available together with other necessary papers to the ABG not less than 10 days prior to the first meeting after Installation
False - it is the duty of the GUARDIAN SECRETARY
41
True or False? Bethels under reorganization are not required to dress in official regalia.
False. The Bethel members shall dress in official regalia at least one meeting per month.
42
True or False? It is the duty of the Executive Members of the Bethel Guardian Council to provide entertainment and instruction according to the principles of the Order at al convocations at which the ritualistic ceremony is not used.
True
43
How long must a Bethel Guardian or Associate Bethel Guardian serve in order to attain the title of Past BG/ABG?
1 full SGC or GGC term
44
When are Installations to take place?
June and December
45
What is a demit?
A demit is a form indicating that a member wishes to leave one Bethel with the intent of joining another.
46
True or False? Photos may be taken at a closed meeting.
False.
47
True or False? It is the duty of the Director of Epochs to see that the officers are proficient in their ritualistic work.
False. It is the duty of the BETHEL GUARDIAN to see that the officers are proficient.
48
True or False? Bethels under reorganization shall not hold elections.
True.
49
How many meetings may an Executive member of the BGC miss before they are removed from office?
3
50
True or False? Bethels may shorten the Ritual when needed.
False. The Ritual shall be used without alteration for opening and closing each Bethel, for conferring the Epochs and for other ceremonies. No short form shall be used.
51
Who should assume the duties of the Bethel Guardian in her absence?
Associate Bethel Guardian
52
True or False? An adult is not entitled to debate questions arising in a Bethel Meeting.
True
53
What is the term of office for members of a Bethel Guardian Council?
The term of office for a BGC shall run concurrently with the SGC/GGC year and terminate at the close of the Annual Session of the SGC/GGC
54
What is the term of office for a Bethel?
6 months
55
What method of election is used in Nebraska for Bethel officers?
Secret ballot without nomination
56
How long must the slip under the robe be?
4-6" from the floor
57
True or False? A Bethel may dispense with its meeting during the Annual Session of the Supreme/Grand Guardian Council.
True
58
How many Installing Officers from another Bethel may serve during Installation?
Not more than 1
59
True or False? In the event a Bethel's membership has declined to a point where the Bethel is unable to hold 3 consecutive meetings, the Bethel shall be placed under reorganization.
True
60
True or False? A Daughter may be designated to prompt officers during Bethel meetings.
True
61
What special eligibility requirements exist for Associate Bethel Guardians?
ABG shall be a Master Mason in good standing in his Lodge
62
True or False? It is not required for Associate Bethel Guardian Council members to attend BGC meetings.
True
63
How many copies of the Constitutions, Bylaws, Standard Operating Procedures and Uniform Code of the Bethel, and Manual of Rules and Regulations is each Bethel required to have?
Two.
64
Who may install the members of a BGC?
A member of the SGC or GGC
65
True or False? The wearing of the official regalia of the Order in public is not permissible.
False. The wearing of the official regalia in public IS permissible for promotional purposes only and only with the consent of the Executive members of the BGC.
66
Which Associate BGC member is supposed to train and support the Marshal, Senior and Junior Custodian in the proper care of Bethel paraphernalia?
Custodian of Paraphernalia
67
What constitutes a majority vote in a Bethel election?
More than one half the votes cast, ignoring blanks.
68
Whose duty is to investigate the Masonic relationship of all applicants for membership?
Associate Bethel Guardian
69
True or False? A BGC may disperse money without a vote of the Bethel members.
False. Monies shall be expended only by a majority vote of the members.
70
How many appointed offices are there in a Bethel
14
Recorder, Treasurer, Chaplain, Librarian, Musician, First Messenger, Second
Messenger, Third Messenger, Fourth Messenger, Fifth Messenger, Senior Custodian, Junior Custodian, Inner
Guard, and Outer Guard.
71
What is the purpose of the Annual Meeting of the Bethel Guardian Council?
To recommend by secret ballot the Executive Members of the BGC for the ensuing year
72
True or False? A 2/3 vote of the full Bethel Guardian Council shall elect applicants to Bethel membership.
False. A majority vote of the EXECUTIVE members of the BGC shall elect applicants to Bethel membership.
73
What is the first office elected during Bethel elections?
Honored Queen
74
True or False? Official capes, crowns and headbands shall be worn by Bethel members only with with official robes.
True.
75
True or False? It is the duty of the Associate Bethel Guardian are promptly opened and closed at a reasonable hour.
False. It is the duty of the BETHEL GUARDIAN.
76
What is the procedure used when the Honored Queen's station becomes vacant?
Should the Honored Queen's station become vacant during the term of office, the Executive Members of the
BGC shall appoint a substitute in the office. A Past Honored Queen, or if no Past Honored Queen is available,
a Majority Member, neither of whom has been married or pregnant, shall be appointed to fill the vacancy.
77
True or False? Bethel members shall be privileged to recommend Executive Members of the BGC.
True
78
What are the duties of the Promoter of Youth Activities?
Partner with the members, BGC and Director of Promotion to establish and/or promote a prospective member
program.
(c) Partner with members, BGC and Director of Promotion in planning and promoting events and activities that
encourage participation in the Bethel, especially younger and potential members.
(d) Encourage and manage the Daughters participation in all competitions.
79
True or False? Applicants and members residing in Masonic Homes or homes sponsored by an organization based on Masonic membership or relationship shall not be required to pay initiation fees or dues.
True
80
Which Associate BGC member is responsible for creating a welcoming atmosphere by greeting visitors and encouraging socializing at Bethel meetings and events?
Promoter of Sociability
AND
Promoter of Hospitality
81
What are the requirements for membership in Job's Daughters?
Girls between the ages of ten (10) and twenty (20) years who bear a Masonic relationship shall be eligible for
membership. Masonic relationship shall be interpreted to mean a relationship by blood, marriage, or law to a:
(1) Mason (See POL-BOT-2),
(2) his wife or widow,
(3) a member of Job’s Daughters,
(4) or a Majority Member of Job’s Daughters.
82
True or False? There shall be an official Worship Service during each Bethel term.
True
83
What is the term limit for a member of the BGC in Nebraska?
5 years
84
Which Associate BGC member is responsible for establishing a drill team?
Director of Patrol
85
Which offices are ALWAYS a part of the Executive Bethel Guardian Council?
Bethel Guardian
Associate Bethel Guardian
Guardian Secretary
Guardian Treasurer
86
True or False? A member being installed as Honored Queen may wear a white formal approved by the Executive Members of the Bethel Guardian Council.
False. Any member being installed as the Honored Queen or Princess shall wear an official robe.
87
True or False? In Nebraska, a Daughter shall be allowed dual membership, interpreted to mean the original Bethel plus one other Bethel that is within the Nebraska jurisdiction.
True
88
True or False? A woman under the age of 20 who has been divorced or whose marriage has been annulled may join Job's Daughters.
False. A woman under the age of 20 who has been married, divorced, whose marriage has been annulled or who is pregnant, or has ever been pregnant, except in the case of rape (or its equivalent terminology) or incest is not eligible for membership
89
Whose job is to make a proper record of the meetings of the Bethel Guardian Council?
Guardian Secretary
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What shall be considered cause for expulsion of a member?
Conduct that reflects discredit upon the Order or flagrant or deliberate disobedience to the laws of the Order
91
How many Rituals may be open during a Bethel meeting?
1
92
True or False? Bethels are required by Bylaws to provide each Honored Queen who has faithfully served the Bethel for the period for which she was elected a wallet-size PHQ Certificate and an official PHQ jewel.
True
93
What are the duties of the Promoter of Fraternal Relations?
Serve as the Bethel’s emissary, establishing and maintaining a close relationship with all Masonic and
affiliated bodies supporting the Bethel.
(c) Regularly provide supporting Masonic and affiliated bodies with information and invitations to Bethel events
to encourage interaction between the organizations and promote understanding.
(d) Partner with the members and BGC in planning and promoting the exemplification of Ritual work for Masonic
and affiliated bodies.
94
True or False? A Daughter may be allowed dual membership in two Bethels.
True
95
Who must be the Installing Officer of a Bethel?
Its own retiring Honored Queen
96
How is the number of a merged Bethel determined?
The number to be assigned to the merged Bethel shall be determined by mutual agreement of the Bethels concerned.
97
What is the duty of the Guardian Director of Promotion?
To partner with members and the BGC in developing and implementing promotional and marketing campaigns, projects and events aimed at increasing Bethel membership and participation in Bethel activities
98
True or False. Executive Members of the Bethel Guardian Council are charged to set a good example by right living and by unimpeachable deportment at all times.
True
99
Explain the requirements for the hem of the robe
Hemmed 3" from the floor with a 4" hem
100
How many meetings per month is a Bethel required to hold?
Two
101
How is regular attendance defined?
Present at all regular meetings of the Bethel unless excused by the Executive members of the BGC for good and sufficient reasons.
102
True or False? Five women may serve as Executive members of the Bethel Guardian Councils in jurisdictions where Masons are prohibited by Masonic law from being Associate Bethel Guardians.
True
103
What are the elective offices of a Job's Daughters Bethel?
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Honored Queen
Senior Princess
Junior Princess
Guide
Marshal
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104
Which Bethel Officer receives the secret ballot recommendations for the Executive members of the BGC and mails them to the Vice Grand/Supreme Guardian?
Recorder
105
Which BGC member oversees the development, programming and promotion of the Bethel Beehive program?
Bethel Beekeeper
106
True or False? A Daughter with dual membership in Nebraska may hold elective offices in both Bethels in which she is a member.
False.
107
True or False? An Honored Queen or Princess of a merging Bethel who does not continue as one of the 5 elective officers of the merged Bethel shall be known as a PHQ or Past Princess.
True
108
True or False? Matters of discipline should be disclosed to Bethel members and discussed in a Bethel meeting so that it is recorded in the Bethel minutes.
False. Discipline should NOT be reported to the Bethel members or discussed in a Bethel meeting.
109
True or False? Bethel members who have resigned or have been suspended, expelled or granted a demit which has expired, shall lose the right to be introduced by or to use any titles earned during their time of membership.
True
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Whose duty is to "strive to be a companion to the Daughters in their joys and pleasures and a safe haven in times of distress"?
Bethel Guardian
111
True or False? Associate Members of the BGC are not entitled to vote on Bethel business matters.
False. Associate members and adult committee members shall be entitled to vote on all business pertaining to the Bethel except on those matters specifically delegated to the Executive members.
112
True or False? Bethels must exemplify the Initiation Ceremony at least once per term.
True. If no candidate is available, a previously initiated Job's Daughter shall be used.
113
True or False? Bethel members who have lost their honors cannot have those honors reinstated.
False. Reinstatement to membership shall automatically reinstate the right to the use of titles previously earned.
114
What jewelry may be worn with Bethel robes?
Limited to regulation membership and/or officers jewels, awards, a wrist watch and ONE additional piece of jewelry in keeping with the regalia of our Order and approved by the Executive Members of the BGC.
115
True or False? Daughters may carry lighted candles during Installation ceremonies, as long as proper safety equipment is present.
False. There shall be no open flame equipment used, such as candles or candelabra, at any Bethel Installation. Electrified candles and candelabra may be used.
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Whose job is to supervise the work of the Librarian?
Guardian Treasurer
117
True or False? The Honored Queen only may be invited to meet with the BGC.
False. The five elective officers of the Bethel may meet with the BGC.
118
How long is the vacation period for a Bethel?
2 months
119
What are the three Closing formations that may be formed during an open meeting?
Cross
Square & Compass
Triangle
120
What are the additional requirements to serve as a member of the Executive Guardian Council?
Adults who are the parent, grandparent, stepparent or guardian of a
member of the Bethel are eligible for appointment as Executive Members.
121
What does the Visitation Committee do?
The Visitation Committee consists of 3 members who shall make a report about applicants for membership to the Bethel Guardian.
122
How many members must be present to open a meeting?
7, including one of the first 3 officers, at least one Executive member of the BGC, or the Deputy, or an officer of the SGC/GGC, and the Dispensation or Bethel Charter
123
When must every Bethel honor Mrs. Ethel T. Wead Mick with a suitable ceremony?
During the month of March, the month of her birth
124
True or False? The Associate Bethel Guardian should see that the books of the Bethel are audited at the beginning of each calendar year.
False. The ABG should see that the books are audited at the CLOSE OF EACH TERM, and that a report is made to the Bethel at the first meeting after Installation.
125
If a member of the BGC wishes to resign, to whom should they send a letter of resignation?
Guardian Secretary
126
What offices may be selected as Associate members of the Bethel Guardian Council?
Promoter of Sociability,
Custodian of Paraphernalia, Director of Music, Director of Epochs, Promoter of Finance, Promoter of
Hospitality, Director of Patrol, Promoter of Youth Activities, Promoter of Goodwill, Promoter of
Fraternal Relations, Director of Promotion, and Bethel Beekeeper.
127
What day is considered a Bethel's "birthday"?
The date on which it was instituted
128
True or False? The Grand Guardian or her Deputy will approve the minutes of the BGC at the time of her official visit.
True
129
True or False? Applications for membership may be read at the same meeting at which the applicant is receiving the Ceremony of Initiation.
False. Applications for membership must be received and read at a regular Bethel meeting held PREVIOUS to the date of the initiation.
130
What is the official regalia of the Order?
The official regalia of the Order shall be worn by Officers and Bethel Choir at all meetings. It shall consist of
the white Grecian robe, long white slip which may be full or half, white hose which may be long or knee high,
white flat shoes or white sandals without color, capes and crowns for Honored Queen, Senior and Junior
Princesses, headbands for all other Officers. Headbands shall be worn by the Bethel Choir.
131
Who is permitted to serve as Installing Officers?
The installing officers shall be PHQs of the Bethel. Where PHQs cannot serve, Majority Members may be asked to act as installing officers.
132
What are the eligibility requirements for election to a Bethel office?
Must have satisfactorily passed the Proficiency Lessons Examination
Must have been a member of the Bethel in regular attendance during the entire term in which the election is to be held
133
In Nebraska, when are Bethel elections held?
Second meeting in April or first meeting in May; second meeting in October or first meeting in November
134
What happens to paraphernalia when a Bethel merges or closes?
It becomes the property of the GGC.
135
What are the requirements of being named a Member of Honor?
Outstanding meritorious service to the Order
136
How many members are considered Executive Members of a Bethel Guardian Council?
5
137
How long is the period of reorganization?
2 years
138
True or False? It is recommended, but not required, that Bethel Guardian Councils hold regular monthly meetings.
False. Executive members of the BGC SHALL hold regular monthly meetings.
139
Can a member who has been expelled request reinstatement?
Yes. A member who has been expelled from the Order may apply for reinstatement 3 months or more after final action is taken in her case, by written application to the Executive members of the BGC of the Bethel from which she was expelled.
140
What color cords do Choir members wear?
Purple
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Who supervises the work of the Recorder?
Guardian Secretary
142
How long is a demit good for?
6 months
