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. Let us unite in singing our Opening Ode.
SINGING.
W. M. Sister Conductress, you will attend at the Altar.
Conductress approaches the Altar between Ruth and Esther, makes a slight bow, opens the Bible, gives the sign of salutation and steps back into the circle of Star officers between Ruth and Esther, remaining there until seated by the Worthy Matron.
W. M. I now declare Chapter, No. , Order of the Eastern Star, duly opened for the transaction of business. Sister Warder, you will so instruct the Sentinel.
The Warder in due order ** ** * * opens the door, informs the Sentinel and after closing the door, says:
War. Worthy Matron, your order has been obeyed.
The W. M. seats the Chapter.
