Job's Daughters Ritual - Introduction & Set-up Flashcards
True or false? Anyone may open or close the Bible?
False. Only the Chaplain shall open or close the Bible.
Where is the pedestal for the Dove placed?
Between the stations of the Junior Custodian and the Recorder
What are the three committees that the Bylaws require every Bethel to have?
Pledge Committee Auditing Committee Proficiency Committee
When may flowers be placed on the Altar?
During the Memorial Ceremony. Flowers should never be placed on the Bible.
Whose duty is to determine the eligibility of all late members and visitors after the Bethel meeting has started?
The Outer Guard
What does the Pledge Committee do?
The Pledge Committee gives the Pledge of Honor for Adults to late unobligated visitors. (Visitors who have not attended a Bethel meeting before.)
When exemplifying for adult Masonic organizations, what portions of the Ritual may be omitted?
All business and Escort, Introductions and Honors
Can the Ritual be changed or shortened?
No
It is important for which officer to coordinate their work with the Musician?
The Chaplain
At closed meetings, when is the Ritual confidential?
Until the Honored Queen directs the Inner Guard to notify the Outer Guard that the Bethel meeting is closed.
Where is the pedestal for the Urn of Incense placed?
Between the stations of the Senior Custodian and the Librarian
True or false? No one shall enter the Bethel Room after the Bethel Room doors have been closed, without permission from the Honored Queen.
True
What does two raps of the gavel mean?
Calls up the Officers to stand.
What does the Fifth Messenger’s chair align with?
The Honored Queen’s station
Where should the forearms be in the Attitude of Prayer?
They should follow the lines of the cord.
Name two songs that are played when the Chaplain goes to the Altar?
Holy, Holy, Holy Sweet Hour of Prayer
When does the Musician start playing for the Chaplain to attend at the Altar?
When the Chaplain stands
Does the Ritual require Officers to memorize all ritualistic work?
Yes
What should be worn by all Officers and members of the Bethel Choir at all meetings of the Bethel?
The official regalia
What do the backs of the chairs of the Chaplain and Treasurer align with?
The west side of the Altar
What is the job of the Inner Guard, Outer Guard and Associate Bethel Guardian before the Bethel meeting opens?
To be stationed at the Bethel Room door, checking the dues cards of all visiting members.
What does the Ritual say Job’s Daughters teaches?
Leadership skills, public speaking, self-confidence, charitable service, respect for parents and family, and love of one’s country.
What may be substituted for Initiation?
Majority Ceremony, Obligation Ceremony or other appropriate ceremony
Where is the Charter placed, if other arrangements have not been made?
Between the Honored Queen’s podium and the Altar
True or false? Optional music not found in the Music Ritual may be used for Escort, Coin March and the removal of chairs.
True. Optional music must be approved by the Guardian Director of Music and/or the Bethel Guardian.
What is the definition of “attending at the Altar.”
Marching to and from the Altar, opening and closing the Bible, and delivering prayers.
What parts of a meeting can be viewed by anyone?
The entire Opening Ceremony through the Bethel Flag presentation, and the Closing Formation
Does the Chaplain sing while attending at the Altar?
No, but she does sing the response after the Obligation, the “Mothers, Fathers, and Guardians Prayer Song” and the first verse of Now Our Work is Over.
What should an Officer do when addressed by the Honored Queen during the Opening Ceremony to give her station and duties?
She should rise, face the Honored Queen and nod her head. She does not speak until she has raised her head; then she answers, “Honored Queen.”
Who should the Honored Queen consult with in advance of the Bethel meeting about all business to be conducted at the meeting?
The Bethel Guardian
Should the Proficiency Lessons of the Order be used at open meetings, such as Installation?
No
What should a member who wishes to speak during the Order of Business do?
Members desiring to speak must stand and be recognized by the Honored Queen before speaking. The member shall begin her remarks by saying, “Honored Queen.”
What is the proper way to present a motion?
Stand, be recognized by the Honored Queen and say, “Honored Queen, I move that (state the motion).”
What does three raps of the gavel mean?
Calls up the assembly (everyone in the room) to stand.
Where is the Horn of Plenty placed?
On the Honored Queen’s podium, south of the center, near the west edge, facing northwest
How far from the Chaplain and Treasurer are the First and Third Messengers’ chairs?
3 steps
When can members pass between the Altar and East Dais?
Passing between the Altar and East Dais is never allowed, except as provided in the Ritual or in a special ceremony.
What are the three times the Chaplain sings at the Altar?
She sings the response after the Obligation, the “Mothers, Fathers, and Guardians Prayer Song” and the first verse of Now Our Work is Over.
May the Honored Queen, Officers or Bethel Choir carry flowers, Bibles or any other objects during the Opening or Retiring Marches?
No. Carrying pieces are only allowed during the Ceremony of Installation.
Who prepares the Bethel Room for the meeting?
The Marshal, Senior Custodian and Junior Custodian prepare the Bethel room by putting all the paraphernalia in its proper place.
