Est. 1955 · Florida

International Free and Accepted Modern Masons, Inc. and Order of the Eastern Star

Noble Rose Christine W. Hayes Grand Chapter

ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR

Florida’s enduring legacy of charity, truth, and loving kindness — a sisterhood guided by the five points of the Eastern Star.

“In charity, truth and loving kindness”

Welcome
A sisterhood rooted in service.
Our Heritage

Founded 1955 in Tampa. Renamed in 2009 to honor Sister Christine Hayes — the longest-serving Grand Matron in IFAMM history.

Leadership

Meet our current Grand Matron Sister Shebra Lee and the line of distinguished sisters who have served Florida.

Upcoming Events

Grand Joint Council, Grand Session, and Officers Meeting — find dates and registration for the year ahead.

Grand Matron's Message
Greetings from Sister Shebra Lee

It is my distinct honor and privilege to welcome you to the official website of the Noble Rose Christine W. Hayes Grand Chapter of Florida.

May the light of our Five Points continue to inspire each of us to lead with compassion, serve with humility, and strengthen the bonds of friendship and love that define our Order. I invite you to explore our website, stay connected with our activities, and join us as we continue building a future rooted in faith, fellowship, and excellence.

Sister Shebra Lee , Grand Matron

The Five Points
Five women, five virtues, one star.

The principles of the Order of the Eastern Star are personified by five biblical women, each representing a virtue at the heart of our sisterhood.

Fidelity

Adah

Daughter of Jephthah — symbol of unwavering devotion and the keeping of sacred vows.

Obedience

Ruth

The Moabitess — emblem of loyalty, humility, and the constancy of love.

Truth

Martha

Sister of Lazarus — representation of faith, hospitality, and steadfast trust.

Loyalty

Esther

The Queen — embodiment of courageous devotion to one's people and convictions.

Heroic Endurance

Electa

The Elect Lady — figure of charity, sacrifice, and unyielding patience under trial.

Our Pillars
Built upon four sacred pillars.
Charity

Giving freely of time, talent, and treasure to uplift our communities.

Truth

Upholding integrity in every word, ritual, and relationship.

Loving Kindness

Compassion that crosses every boundary of class, color, and creed.

Education

Scholarships and mentorship empowering the next generation.

"Spiritual women of high moral and social character, contributing time, energy, and wisdom toward charity, truth, and loving kindness."

Heritage
A legacy seven decades in the making.
1955
Founded in Tampa

The Grand Chapter of Florida is established under IFAMM.

1978
Statewide Expansion

Chapters bloom across Florida, uniting sisters from every region.

2009
A New Name

Renamed in honor of Sister Christine W. Hayes, the longest-serving Grand Matron.

Today
A Living Legacy

Service, scholarship, and sisterhood continue to flourish under new leadership.

Voices of Our Sisterhood
Words from our sisters.
On the Calendar
Upcoming gatherings.

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