have met to perform. We commend to Thy especial care and guidance the officers elect, into whose hands we are about to repose the government of this Chapter. Endue them with a just appreciation of the responsibilities they are about to assume; and may they be ever mindful that a Father's care is always over them and that Thy all-seeing eye is ever upon them.
Bless and prosper our beloved Order; may it be known and honored among the institutions of the land as one whose foundation is laid upon the enduring principle of Truth. Direct our footsteps in ways of pleasantness and paths of peace and may all our doings reflect honor upon Thy Holy Name. Amen.
Response by the Chapter:
So may it ever be.
Seats the Chapter.
I. O. Sister Marshal.
M. Worthy
I. O. You will call the roll of officers elect who, as their names are called, will form a semi-circle on the west side of the altar, facing the East, to receive the Obligation.
The W. M. on the extreme South, then followed by the W. P., A. M., etc. If the Warder and Sentinel are both called from their stations, a brother will be appointed to attend at the door until the