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LAPM Jewels
Past President Jewel44 -- This jewel is presented to a Lady
who has completed her term of service as President of a Ladies Auxiliary
Patriarchs Militant. The letters P L P stand for Past Lady President,
which is used to avoid confusion with other Past Presidents. Association Past President JewelB-48-A -- This jewel is presented to a
Lady who has completed her term of service as President of the Department
Association of a jurisdiction. Membership Jewel49 -- This jewel is presented to a Lady
when she joins the Ladies Auxiliary Patriarchs Militant. Membership in this
degree is now open to all Rebekah Sisters in good standing. It is no longer
required for a recruit to have a husband or father who is a member of the
Patriarchs Militant. Decoration of Chivalry57 -- A number of hard working sisters
have earned the Decoration of Chivalry. This jewel is presented in a special
ceremony conducted by the Patriarchs Militant during their annual session. Every
second year, a Rebekah lodge may nominate one of its members who has given
outstanding service to her lodge and to her community. An application from the
lodge, stating the sister's services clearly, is sent through the nearest Canton
to the Department Council of the jurisdiction. If the application is approved,
the lodge is informed to purchase the jewel. The jewel has an oval-shaped bar
with a diamond on a six-pointed star attached to the pendant with a link chain.
The pendant is a cross in white enamel with a gold rim centered with a red heart
and a raised gold crown. The presentation ceremony includes a ritualistic
washing of the hands. To dry the hands, the recipient is given a small towel
with her name embroidered below the emblem of the Patriarchs Militant branch of
the Order. Service Jewel53 -- This jewel is presented to a Lady
who has served the LAPM for several years. The bottom bar shows the number of
years of membership in the LAPM. Check with your Department Adjutant for
availability and price of these items. Orders must be sent to the Department
Adjutant by the Canton or Auxiliary |
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