Greetings all,
Please note that all Rainbow events shall remain cancelled through at least 5/31, an extension from the previous 5/10 date. This comes as result of our Grand Master’s wise decision to follow the guidance of our Governor.
Thank you,
Whitney Poma
Supreme Deputy, Ohio
International Order of the Rainbow for Girls
Please note that Grand Assembly 2020 has been postponed until July 8-11 of 2021.
This was a tough decision but clearly became the right decision for the prosperity and health of Ohio Rainbow by consensus of the Executive Committee, our Grand Worthy Advisor, and our Grand Worthy Associate Advisor.
To our members and Advisory Board Members:
We understand that this change sparks a lot of questions about Grand Officer terms, majority, scholarships, Grand Rep Reports, etc... Your Mother Advisors, Board Chairmans, and Grand Deputies all have the answers to these questions so please reach out to them accordingly.
To our broader Rainbow family including Majority Members, Sponsoring Orders, and beyond:
We look forward to re-uniting with you again soon and appreciate your continued support of our Order as we continue on our mission of building excellent leaders and citizens while serving and enriching our communities.
We look forward to meeting again in person as soon as it is safe to do so but in the meantime, we will continue to see you virtually!
Until we meet again -
Mom Whitney
Supreme Deputy, Ohio
It was announced this evening via Ohio Rainbow’s first Facebook Live that our Grand Worthy Advisor Celine has been appointed Acting Supreme Worthy Advisor for Supreme Assembly in Reno, Nevada this July!
Celine also announced that she would be doing “Live Wednesdays” on the Ohio Rainbow Facebook page. Check it out each Wednesday! I bet she will be particularly excited this Wednesday!
A new update from our Supreme Deputy Whitney Poma including new directive from the Grand Master of Ohio.
Hi All,
An updated directive has been shared by our Grand Master.
We will be following his declaration of canceling all activities until May 10th. Please also regard his words about finding a process for communication and bookkeeping of essential bills and correspondence.
Again, I sincerely urge you to meet digitally during your regular meeting times to reinforce continuity and community.
The current dispensation in place is still applicable.
Thinking of you all and wishing you health,
Whitney Poma
Supreme Deputy, Ohio
International Order of the Rainbow for Girls
Make sure you know your ritual part!
Learn a new ritual part! What would you like to be next term?
Facetime with members of your Assembly - virtual hangout!
If you are a high school senior / in college - apply for Masonic scholarships - those due dates are coming up soon!
Are you a Grand Representative? Get a start on those Grand Representative Reports / Flags / Costumes!
Make sure you’re keeping up with your schoolwork :)
STAY SAFE AND STAY HEALTHY!
From Supreme Deputy Mom Whitney Poma:
Sadly, we have arrived at the time where I believe it is essential to cancel *all* Ohio Rainbow activities, including those for your local Assemblies and Districts, until further notice--likely until the public schools are re-opened.
In light of recent announcements from Governor Mike DeWine regarding the impending closure of bars and restaurants and in the interest of our continued safety for our Rainbow families and our surrounding communities, we need to do our part to stop the spread of this virus.
A few important notes:
1. I strongly encourage you to coordinate virtual meetings using modern technologies for remote meetings like freeconferencecall.com. Continuing to meet virtually will help your Assembly to remain engaged and offer a much needed relief from the social distancing that is occurring around us.
Not tech savvy? Ask around for support! There's a good chance one of your girls knows how to!
Ritualistic work should not be performed during any virtual group meeting. Please only discuss items specific to your meeting's agenda.
2. If you have extenuating circumstances or need counsel about how to proceed with essential business from an otherwise cancelled event, please discuss with your Grand Deputy and seek my guidance if further advice is needed. I am happy to help.
3. While this is tough for all of us, please reach out to me discreetly via email or phone if you know of any families in our jurisdiction that are facing extenuating circumstances as result of what's happening surrounding COVID-19. I can't promise to be able to offer any assistance but can try.
Governor DeWine's latest comments:
It’s been a very interesting few days in Ohio, from the first cases in Cleveland (and now 4 in Cincinnati), to the Governor’s mandate closing schools for 3 weeks and banning mass gatherings.
In concern of health (and mandates), the following events have been cancelled or postponed (new date included if known):
Tri-Youth Initiation and Dance in Cleveland 3/14
Grand Reception in Findlay 3/29 (rescheduled for 5/16)
Tadmor Shrine Circus (postponed to September)
Zenobia Shrine Circus
Aladdin Shrine Circus
If you have information about a local event being cancelled or postponed that you would like me to share - please email me at ohiorainbow20@gmail.com!
Supreme Assembly Registration is Live!
Basic Schedule of Events
- Friday , July 24th -
Supreme Family Meetings
Standing Committee Meetings 10:00am
Supreme Family Business Meeting 12:00pm
- Saturday, July 25th -
Ritual Competition, Practices and Fun Night
- Sunday, July 26th -
Grand Cross of Color, Vespers, Memorial Service and Supreme Banquet
- Monday, July 27th -
Opening, Initiation, Skits, Luncheons and Cavalcade of Flags
- Tuesday, July 28th -
Closing, Installation of Officers and Tours
- Wednesday, July 29th and Thursday, July 30th -
Tours of Reno and the surrounding area
You can check out the registration information here
See the flyer here and read the information below! (Flyer is also linked on the calendar event)
We are so excited to announce a new, higher level of leadership training for Ohio Rainbow that's built on the foundation of the Masonic Lodge's successful Masonic Model Student Assistance Program. Furthermore, the adult leaders of each of the three Masonic Youth groups are excited to be offering this program to all of the youth groups combined.
This day will be a moment for our youth and advisors to be trained by professionals about how to create healthy, positive relationships – with ourselves, our peers, and (perhaps most importantly) between our members and advisors!
This will be an interactive and hands-on training – no lengthy PowerPoint presentations to be found! It is bound to be a high-impact and memorable day – hopefully full of “A-ha!” moments and breakthroughs that will help Assemblies thrive upon their new-found strengthened relationships and serve our members in their lives well beyond Rainbow.
CAN YOU TELL I’M EXCITED?!
Event Details:
Date: March 7th, 2020
Time: STARTS at 10 am, wraps up at 4 pm. Registration will open by 9 am.
Location: Aladdin Shrine Center 1801 Gateway Circle, Grove City, OH 43123
Invitees:
Members, advisory board members, & member’s parents of each Job’s, Rainbow, and DeMolay.
Please, no prospects or otherwise. We are expecting a full house so we want to be sure to prioritize this experience for those that are actively involved.
Cost: $10 per person - Lunch & Snacks will be provided.
Next Steps:
1. ASAP -- Check out the flyer and get EXCITED!
2. By February 23rd -- Register at the URL found on the flyer. I will let you ladies determine the most efficient way for each of your Assemblies to register your Advisors and Members. Having 1 person register for your entire Assembly or having everyone register independently are a couple of potential ways you could go about it. Registration closes on the 23rd at midnight so we can have a final headcount to prepare for food and other material quantities.
FAQ:
Q: Is this happening in addition to RED Day or is RED Day canceled?
A: The Ohio Masonic Youth Leadership Day will, at least for this year, replace our annual RED day. As such, it is taking place at the Aladdin Shrine Center on the original date that was reserved for RED Day.
Q: Is this event mandatory, like RED Day has been in the past?
A: This event is not mandatory, but it is highly encouraged for all Advisory Board members and Rainbow Girls to attend because it’s going to be a powerful day! I constantly receive requests for this caliber of leadership training for our members and advisors. Here it is!
Q: Can prospects or other outside adults come, too?
A: Please bring only members, Advisory Board members, and/or members’ parents to this event as it will be a highly attended day.
Q: Is there a limit to how many people can attend?
A: There is no limit – we will be utilizing the entire Aladdin Shrine Center but do expect that the sessions will be quite full!
You should have received this information from your Grand Deputy / Mother Advisor, but as a reminder Supreme Assembly is having a contest to design a logo for Rainbow’s Centennial Anniversary! It is open for active Rainbow girls, and you can get more information and the entry form here!
