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Job's Daughters is the premiere organization for young women age 10 and up! We're girls just like you— we like to have fun, make new friends, and enjoy dances, trips to the beach and mountains, and sleepovers.We also like to be in charge, and in Job's Daughters we get to run things and make decisions! In our meetings, and under the guidance of adult leaders, we find a safe place to exercise our leadership skills.If you're looking for a place where you'll make life long friends, have fun, and gain confidence, Job's Daughters is the place for you! MISSIONThe Mission of Job's Daughters is to band together young women to develop leadership, seek knowledge, to teach love of God, love of country, respect for our flag, and love of home and family.Members of Job's Daughters learn that, throughout our lives, they will encounter trials and tribulations which must be met and overcome. Girls learn the importance of perseverance, and they develop levels of self-esteem and self-confidence unmatched by any other youth organization.We are a democratic organization, and champion the principles of equality and justice. Every member has an equal say in the group, and no member is any more important or has any greater a voice than another. Job's Daughters was founded in 1920, during the height of the Women'’s Suffrage Movement and just a few months prior to the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which gave women the right to vote.HISTORY AND HERITAGEBorn amid the turmoil of the Women'’s Suffrage movement of the early part of the 20th Century, Job's Daughters represented a huge leap forward for young women.At the time, most were confined by society to a domestic role. Few ventured into what was considered the "realm of men" —the business world. However, our founder, Ethel T. Wead Mick, realized that women'’s roles were changing, and that the opportunity for women to redefine their place in society was nearing.In order to be prepared to face the challenges of this new role in society, Mrs. Mick created Job's Daughters with the purpose of giving young women the opportunity to practice and perfect the skills of leadership and public speaking, and develop the self-confidence and self-esteem necessary to be successful in their community.Mrs. Mick saw parallels between the challenges women faced as they fought to be accepted as equals, and those trials told in the Old Testament Story of Job. As Job was true and steadfast to his faith throughout the story, and never faltered, women would need to be determined in their fight to become equal participants in society, despite the inevitable setbacks they were sure to face. She was, in particular, fond of the 42nd Chapter, 15th Verse:And in all the land were no women found so fair as the Daughters of Job; and their Father gave them inheritance among their brethren.Job's Daughters was founded in 1920 in Omaha, Nebraska, and quickly spread throughout the United States and across the globe. Presently, Job's Daughters may be found in the United States, Canada, Australia, Brazil, and the Philippines. True to our beginnings, Job's Daughters continues to prepare young women for the challenges they will face in life. Our alumni are a storied and respected group of women who have each had a positive effect on their families, friends, and communities.WHAT WE DOJob's Daughters isn’'t based on a strict program or book. It’s about the girls choosing and doing the things that interest them. The benefits the girls derive from Job's Daughters come from the learning process of deciding on and planning their activities.At meetings the members follow standard "Roberts Rules of Order" outlined for them in our member ritual. Along with how to run a meeting, the Job's Daughters ritual includes a beautiful retelling of the story of Job through which the members learn the many lessons of our order. At meetings the members dress in white grecian robes- symbolic of the clothes worn in the days of Job. The three highest officers wear purple capes and gold crowns that signify their stations of leadership. The robes remind every member that they are all an equal part of their Bethel.Job's Daughters participate in civic events like parades and community service projects. They raise money to help our designated charity, the Hearing Impaired Kids Endowment (The HIKE Fund, Inc.) which provides hearing assistive devices for children who would otherwise be unable to afford them. They take educational trips to museums and historic locations. And, they plan and participate in fundraisers so they can have fun!Sleepovers, beach and snow trips, movie nights, ice cream socials, pizza parties… Job's Daughters do the things that “tween” and teen girls love to do! The possibilities are endless, and up to the imaginations of the girls themselves!.

Ethel T. Wead Mick

Service and Scholarship
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SERVICE/CHARITY Job’'s Daughters has a long tradition of service in our communities and around the world.Our worldwide philanthropic project is the Hearing Impaired Kids Endowment (The HIKE Fund, Inc.) which provides children with hearing aids and other assistive listening devices when the family is unable to afford them. Founded in 1985, The HIKE Fund awards funds to children with a demonstrated medical and financial need, and since its inception has made awards of over $3 million to children with hearing loss.Individual Bethels may also select local service projects, which usually benefit children. Activities include everything from making blankets for foster children, to providing stuffed animals for boys and girls that find themselves displaced or homeless. Job’'s Daughters are proud to be an organization of “Kids Helping Kids!”SCHOLARSHIPJob’'s Daughters places a high value on education. We offer a variety of academic and vocational scholarships, and encourage girls to take advantage of their schooling.There are many intangible benefits to Job’'s Daughters when it comes to education. While some people may find the poise and politeness we teach to be old-fashioned virtues, a young woman who demonstrates these qualities in a college or job interview, and who conducts herself with confidence, will have an advantage.Simply put, Job'’s Daughters stand out in a crowd for all the right reasons!
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Bethel Information:

For more information on meeting times, please contact: iljdwebmaster.comBethel #14 BarringtonMeetings: 2nd and 4th Fridays312 S. Cook StreetBarrington, ILBethel #20 Fairview HeightsMeetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays9950 St. Clair AveFairview Heights, ILBethel #24 BellevilleMeetings: 2nd and 4th Thursdays225 East "A" StreetBelleville, ILBethel #29 Tinley ParkMeetings: 1st and 3rd Mondays6825 W170th StreetTinley Park, ILBethel #49 DecaturMeetings: 1st and 3rd Mondays 224 W. William StreetDecatur, ILBethel #52 OttawaMeetings: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays916 Columbus StreetOttawa, ILBethel #55 PekinMeetings: 1st and 3rd Mondays338 Elizabeth StreetPekin, ILBethel #57 Love's ParkMeetings: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays6780 North 2nd StreetLove's Park, ILBethel #63 Western SpringsMeetings: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays1215 Chestnut StreetWestern Springs, ILBethel #65 ColumbiaMeetings: 1st and 3rd Mondays1207 North Main StreetColumbia, ILBethel #66 DekalbMeetings: 2nd and 4th Mondays(Intersection) S. 4th Street and FairviewDekalb, ILBethel #67 O'FallonMeetings: 2nd and 4th Mondays112 E State StreetO'Fallon, ILBethel #82 QuincyMeetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays428 Jersey StreetQuincy, ILBethel #98 Crystal LakeMeetings: 2nd and 4th Thursdays200 Ellsworth StreetCrystal Lake, ILBethel #111 ElmwoodMeetings: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays112 N MagnoliaElmwood, IL

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Honorary State Honored Queen

Grand Bethel Honored Queen

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Jr. Miss IL Job's Daughter

Miss IL Job's Daughter

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Charity/HIKE Coordinator: Jona, Bethel 52

I am the Honorary State Honored Queen. Job's Daughters has it's own charity- the HIKE fund (Hearing Impaired Kids Endownment) and my job is to organize and lead our members in fundraising activities for HIKE.

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State President:

Beth, Bethel 55

I am the GBHQ or State President. I am elected by the members to hold this position. As state president I run many functions throughout the year and do my best to be there for our members as a jobie sister! I travel the state and assist all the Bethels and members along the way!

Chariman of Representatives:

Kelly, Bethel 49

My job as chairman is to lead the Illinois state representatives. Our job is to communicate with other Job's Daughters Jurisdictions from around the world!

Miss ILJD:

Chloe, Bethel 66

I am the Miss Illinois Job's Daughter. My main job is to promote our order in any way I can. I also compete against the other Miss JD's from around the world at the international convention held every summer.

Jr. Miss ILJD:

Rachel, Bethel 57

I am the Jr. Miss IL Job's Daughter. I travel the state and represent the younger members of our organization. I also assist with the Jobie2bee program for girls who are not yet the proper age to become a jobie.

Ann

Member Spotlight

Meet Lucinda!

Jobie Alumn Nicholle Tom

While best known for her role as "Maggie Sheffield" on The Nanny, you may remember her from the classic family hit "Beethoven."

Nicholle Tom was a member of Bethel 101, South Pasadena, CA.

She was still a member during the 1991 filming of "Beethoven". She was on the TV show The Nanny from 1993 to 1999.

In 2009 she was on the TV show "The Mentalist" playing a Marilyn Monroe impersonator. She has been on "Without a Trace", "Criminal Minds" and "Cold Case" as well as many other TV shows and films.

Lucinda was recently named Illinois' Most Outstanding Job's Daughter! She is 19 years old and a member of Bethel 82, Quincy. She is a Past Honorary State Honored Queen and currently attends college studying business and photography.

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ADULT INVOLVEMENTAlong with the Grand Guardian and Associate Grand Guardian there are many generous adults and parents that volunteer to support our members. BETHEL ADULTS: Each individual Bethel has an advisory board or Bethel "Council" made up of adults, parents, and Job's Daughter Alumni who assist the members at the local level.STATE ADULTS: At the state level there is a core of elected and appointed adults from all over Illinois who are assigned to assist the members as they learn and grow. Each year the Grand Guardian and Associate Grand Guardian choose exceptional adults to serve on the "Grand Guardian Council." These adults co-chair events with our youth leaders and guide them through the processes of event planning, promotion, finances and help give them the tools to become strong, successful leaders.YOUTH PROTECTION/CAV TRAINING: There is nothing more important to Illinois Job's Daughters than the saftey of our members. That is why each and every adult volunteer that works with our members MUST be a JDI (Job's Daughters International) Certified Adult Volunteer. This is a training program that ensures the protection of our members. Each volunteer must attend the class and pass a government approved background check. The CAV status of our adults MUST be renewed every year ensuring that at all times our members are working with loving, supportive, safe and trustworthy adults.
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Our Supporters!

"Uncle" Bob Foose

The Associate Grand Guardian assists the Grand Guardian in promoting and guiding the young members of Job's Daughters. Job's Daughters is a Masonic Youth organization and the Associate Grand Guardian is a mason and represents our ties to the Masonic Fraternity.

"Aunt" Carrie Wallinger

The Grand Guardian is the head adult in Illinois Job's Daughters. She is elected to a four year line and for one year she dedicates her time and love to the members of the state and works with our youth leaders to help plan activities and promote the organization.

Ann

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The "Jobie Show"

We're looking forward to Multi State 2012!

Minnesota Michigan Wisconsin Missouri Illinois

Saturday, March 24th Peoria Scottish Rite Cathedral 400 Northeast Perry Avenue Peoria, IL 61603

Multi-State Invite Letter.pdf

Multi-State Registration Form.pdf

Multi-state - Bowl-a-Thon for HIKE pledge sheet.pdf

Multi-State Peoria Hotels and Motels.pdf

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This is not the official website of Job's Daughters International. This website is the property of the Grand Guardian Council of Illinois Job's Daughters. Copyright April 2011.