- Index -- the main "entry" page to Rainbow.org. Has links to most sections on the main
page.
- What is the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls? -- information about Rainbow
for Girls, for those interested in joining. Also has the following links:
- Biography of W. Mark Sexson, the founder of our Order. -- A biography compiled from information
taken from the back of the ritual, and the 75th Anniversary book.
- History and Purpose of Rainbow -- Written by W. Mark Sexson, and found in the front of the "Rainbow" bible.
- Biography of W. Mark Sexson, the founder of our Order. -- A biography compiled from information
taken from the back of the ritual, and the 75th Anniversary book.
- Rainbow.org FAQ -- Frequently-asked questions about Rainbow.org, the International Order
of the Rainbow for Girls, who I am, and more.
- Behind the scenes @ Rainbow.org -- the original page I had on this site, linked from the
main, talking about why I have this website, what my goals for this site are, and advice for girls on how to explain
Rainbow to their friends. Also has the following link:
- Sidetrack - my point of view -- my two cents about Rainbow; how great it can be, how miserable some people can make it, and encouraging others to stay involved, no matter what.
- Comments, Page Two -- a second page of commentary, from before July, 2001.
- Memorabilia Gallery -- My private, ever-growing collection of Rainbow Girls items,
divided into several pages with photos. Jewelry, china, books, collectables, and more. Also, a small collection of
"other" Masonic items of mine. Has the following links:
- Page 1 -- My personal items from my days in Rainbow.
- Page 2 -- Rainbow Girls Collectables. China, costume jewelry, bric-a-brac, and more.
- Page 3 -- Member & Officer jewelry. Items I have acquired, some with their previous owner's information and history.
- Page 4 -- Books, Papers & More. Old ritual books, newspaper clippings, postcards, books
by W. Mark Sexson, and more. Also has the following links:
- Denise Chance, Worthy Advisor -- 1955 newspaper article about the Installation
of Denice Chance as Worthy Advisor of Traverse City Assembly No. 55, in Michigan.
- 1946 Installation Program -- This is the Fall Term Installation program for
Assembly No. 129, believed to be in North Carolina.
- 1931 California Grand Assembly -- minutes from the very first Grand Assembly
in California.
- 1949 Washington, Idaho & Territory of Alaska Grand Assembly -- the beginnings
of a transcription of the proceedings of the 1949 Grand Sessions.
- Denise Chance, Worthy Advisor -- 1955 newspaper article about the Installation
of Denice Chance as Worthy Advisor of Traverse City Assembly No. 55, in Michigan.
- Page 5 -- Other Masonic Items. Things I've collected or inherited. Mostly OES. Also
has the following link:
- the Masonic Blue Slipper -- An article from the Scottish Rite Journal about the significance of the blue slipper pin.
- Page 1 -- My personal items from my days in Rainbow.
- Where to Find... -- a section of links and information on where to purchase Rainbow
Girls merchandise, and other stuff (fundraising ideas, decorating ideas, etc.) that may be of interest to those involved
with Rainbow.
- Ideas for your Assembly -- Input from other Assemblies for term ideas, themed meetings,
fundraisers and other fun things.
- Term Planning for the Worthy Advisor -- Suggestions on calendar planning, preparation,
fundraising, fun events, service projects, and more! Also has the following link:
- List of Themes and Mottos -- A list of over two hundred themes and mottos, in case you need some help deciding.
- The Newbie's Guide to... -- A section with information on how to plan various fundraisers
and events, as well as other tips. Also has the following links:
- How to throw a Successful Pancake Breakfast -- information on how to throw a breakfast
or other "meal" fundraiser.
- How to give a Report -- Tips for the Worthy Advisor and other girls on how to best assign
and give a report during the meeting.
- Planning a Successful Car Wash -- suggestions and tips on turning your fundraiser into
a successful moneymaker.
- Organizing a Profitable Garage Sale -- ideas, details, and tips on putting together this
great annual fundraiser.
- Planning a delightful Prospective Member Party -- how to boost membership in a FUN way.
Full of ideas and details.
- Accomplishing a memorable Progressive Dinner -- a fun event that can become a yearly tradition. How to organize, etc.
- How to throw a Successful Pancake Breakfast -- information on how to throw a breakfast
or other "meal" fundraiser.
- Rainbow's Archive -- A reference section for flag tributes, other tributes, special
ceremonies, fun degrees, poems, songs, and similar items. Also has the following links:
- Lambskin Apron Tributes -- various tributes and speeches about the lambskin apron's meaning.
- American Flag Tributes -- a collection of poems and tributes to the American flag.
- Rainbow Banner/Rainbow Flag Tributes -- tributes to the flag of our Order.
- The Rose Degree -- a special ceremony for newly-initiated members.
- Bible Prayer -- prayer used during Installation, when the bible is escorted into the room.
- Rainbow Fun Songs -- Rainbow-related songs, with a fun theme in mind.
- Lambskin Apron Tributes -- various tributes and speeches about the lambskin apron's meaning.
- Help index IORG sites -- Information about the Open Directory Project, and a link to the
subcategory I edit, Society: Organizations: Fraternal: Freemasonry: Related Organizations: Youth: International Order of
the Rainbow for Girls. That category has links to over 200 Rainbow Girls pages from around the world.
- Link to Rainbow.org -- Page with information and several graphic buttons for people to
link to Rainbow.org with.
- Message Board -- An under-construction section that I truly hope to have up by
the end of 2001.
- Grand Jurisdiction Database -- Information on Rainbow in each
Grand Jurisdiction. Has the following links:
- Questionnaire Part One -- To help fill out
information for the database. Asks about your involvement with Rainbow, and local Assembly information.
- Questionnaire Part Two -- To help full out
information for the database. To be completed after Part One. Asks about your local area/district information,
statewide traditions, and Grand Assembly.
- Alaska -- Information on Rainbow in
Alaska
- Arkansas -- Information on Rainbow in
Arkansas
- California -- Information on Rainbow
in California
- Colorado -- Information on Rainbow in
Colorado
- Connecticut -- Information on Rainbow
in Connecticut
- Florida -- Information on Rainbow in
Florida
- Maine -- Information on Rainbow in Maine
- Massachusetts -- Information on
Rainbow in Massachusetts
- Missouri -- Information on Rainbow in
Missouri
- New Jersey -- Information on Rainbow
in New Jersey
- New York -- Information on Rainbow in
New York
- Ohio -- Information on Rainbow in Ohio
- Oklahoma -- Information on Rainbow in
Oklahoma
- Oregon -- Information on Rainbow in
Oregon
- Philippines/Guam -- Information on
Rainbow in the Philippines and Guam
- Texas -- Information on Rainbow in
Texas
- Virginia -- Information on Rainbow in Virginia
- Questionnaire Part One -- To help fill out
information for the database. Asks about your involvement with Rainbow, and local Assembly information.
- Rainbow graphics -- a huge section of over 300 graphics for your
website, which you may copy to your own computer to use, but NOT link to from another site. Has the following
sections:
- Animated Graphics, Page One
- Animated Graphics, Page Two
- Background Images, Page One
- Background Images, Page Two
- Background Images, Page Three
- Bars and Lines
- Bullets and Icons
- Clip-Art
- Rainbow & other Masonic emblems
- "rainbow"-themed midi music links
- Graphic Sets - groups of graphics created by me based on a background or image.
- Animated Graphics, Page One
- Webrings -- The webrings Rainbow.org belongs to. Also has the following
link:
- Join our IORG webring -- Rainbow.org has a webring for Rainbow Girls sites only. Here is info on the ring, and how to join.
- Awards won by Rainbow.org -- Masonic "great website" awards that Rainbow.org has been
honored with.
- Rainbow.org Survey -- A way for people to leave feedback about Rainbow.org, so that I
can better tailor it to suit the needs of visitors.
- Am I at the right web address? -- A bunch of links to other sites for groups and
organizations that use the word "rainbow" in their name, also.
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Although I have tried my best to make Rainbow.org easy to navigate, I'm finding that some people are having difficulty finding what they're looking for. In order to help out, I have created a site map, with links to every page on this site, and a short description of what the page is. I hope this helps!
updated on 10-30-01
Comments from our visitors -- People who have read through Rainbow.org anonymously share their stories, and opinions on things. Also has the following link:
In Rainbow Love and Service -- a place for outstanding stories of service by Rainbow girls and adults towards others.
Bloopers, or 'Um, I meant to do that...' -- shared tales of 'bloopers' - misspoken ritual, accidents, funny moments, and more from Rainbow meetings and other events.
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