Within the Supreme Grand Chapter, Sisterhood is more than a word — it is a sacred bond. Here, women unite in faith, service, and integrity, standing together with a shared commitment to uplift one another and enrich the communities we serve.
Pernella Tubbs Supreme Grand Chapter Supreme Grand Matron serves as the highest-ranking officer of the Supreme Grand Chapter and safeguards the traditions, values, and mission. In this role, the Supreme Grand Matron provides spiritual and organizational leadership to members across all jurisdictions, ensuring that the principles of charity, truth, and loving-kindness remain at the heart of every endeavor.
The Supreme Associate Grand Matron serves as the principal support and confidant to the Supreme Grand Matron, ensuring the smooth operation and governance of the Pernella Tubbs Supreme Grand Chapter. In this role, she provides wise counsel, shares in decision-making, and assists in guiding the work of the Supreme Grand Chapter with dignity and dedication.
The Supreme Assistant Associate Grand Matron plays a vital role in supporting the leadership of the Pernella Tubbs Supreme Grand Chapter. She assists the Supreme Grand Matron and Supreme Associate Grand Matron in the execution of their duties and ensures that the daily functions of the Chapter are carried out with efficiency, care, and order.
The Supreme Grand Chapter is the highest governing body of the Order of the Eastern Star (OES) within the International Free and Accepted Modern Masons, Inc. It provides leadership, direction, and oversight for all subordinate Grand Chapters and local Chapters across the nation and abroad. The Supreme Grand Chapter ensures that the traditions, teachings, and values of the Order are preserved while guiding members in service, education, and fellowship.
To become a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, you must meet the eligibility requirements, which include a belief in a Supreme Being and a commitment to living by moral and spiritual principles. Membership is open to both women and men who are of good character, please click HERE to learn more. Interested individuals should reach out through a local Chapter or submit an inquiry through the “Become a Member” page on our Supreme Headquarters website.
Membership in the Order of the Eastern Star provides an opportunity to grow spiritually and personally while serving others. Members gain access to a supportive Sisterhood and Brotherhood committed to faith, fidelity, and service. They also have the opportunity to participate in charitable projects, leadership training, community programs, and national and international conventions, which strengthen bonds of unity and expand personal growth.
While both belong to the same Fraternal Order, International Masons are traditionally a Brotherhood that focuses on Masonic principles, rituals, and teachings, whereas the Order of the Eastern Star is an appendant Sisterhood within the Order, rooted in Biblical lessons and the stories of five heroines that emphasize fidelity, constancy, loyalty, faith, and love. Both branches serve together in harmony, complementing one another while working toward the same mission of service and community uplift.
International Masons and Eastern Stars partner to make a lasting impact in their communities through acts of charity, mentorship, and service. This includes providing scholarships to youth, supporting families in need, engaging in health and wellness initiatives, and responding to community crises. Together, they embody the values of service and compassion, ensuring that the light of the Order shines beyond the Lodge and Chapter halls into the everyday lives of those they serve.
"Being an International Masons has exposed me to so many opportunities as a man, father, brother, and friend."