ABOUT Morning Star Grand Chapter
FOUNDED 2013
Morning Star Grand Chapter was established in June 2012 as the brainchild of Past Worthy Matron Victoria Dennis. Once developed and adopted, a Charter was issued and signed by Grand Master Edward Sharp of Most Worshipful Enoch Grand Lodge, Cleveland, OH AF & AM on April 21, 2013.
In August 2020, Past Worthy Matron Deltrise Sanford was appointed to continue the success of Morning Star Grand Chapter as the Grand Matron. Following this, at the Grand Session in December 2020, Grand Matron Deltrise Sanford was formally elected to serve as Grand Matron for 2021-2023, working alongside Grand Master Raymond Smith. Under her visionary guidance, Morning Star Grand Chapter maintained a strong presence throughout the Greater Cleveland area, building and cultivating several relationships with community partners. Morning Star Grand Chapter, along with our fraternal brothers of MW Enoch Grand Lodge, travels and supports all jurisdictions, chapters, and lodges. We have consistently received high praise and accolades from our fellow brother and sister chapters and lodges within the Order of the Eastern Star.
In June 2025, Associate Grand Matron Rosalind Sharp was appointed and installed as Grand Matron of Morning Star Grand Chapter. Under her leadership, the membership of Morning Star Grand Chapter continued to grow, reinforcing our commitment to the sisterhood values that bind us together.
On December 13, 2025, Associate Grand Matron Kathy Sanford was elected as Grand Matron of Morning Star Grand Chapter, and Associate Matron Joyce Thomas was elected as Associate Grand Matron. On this day, both were installed and vowed to strengthen the sisterhood within Morning Star Grand Chapter while upholding the values and principles of the Order of the Eastern Star alongside elected Grand Master James McCann of MW Enoch Grand Lodge. Morning Star Grand Chapter, Cleveland, Ohio, Order of the Eastern Star, will forever cultivate this sisterhood, as we remain reminded of our duties to God, our country, and our sisters and brothers. We will continue to effectuate the virtues of Truth, Faith in a Higher Being, Wisdom, Benevolence/Charity, and Loving Kindness. As Past Grand Matron Deltrise Sanford would always say, 'Ain’t No Stoppin Us Now...'
Lastly, Sisters, as we continue our journey ahead, remember one of Grand Matron Kathy Sanford’s favorite quotes, 'We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.' - Albert Einstein.
Peace and Blessings
About Morning Star Grand Chapter
Our MisSion
Guided by our faith and our bond of sisterhood values, we strive to uphold the legacy of the Order of the Eastern Star, exemplify compassion, cultivate character, and strengthen the bond among our sisters and the Cleveland community of women we encounter every day.
Our PURPOSE
Morning Star Grand Chapter aims to cultivate a sacred space within the Cleveland community, where the principles of Love, Charity, and Truth are not just spoken, but truly lived. We are dedicated to the personal and spiritual elevation of our members, fostering a strong sisterhood values among Sisters and Brothers who are bound by a shared commitment to service and integrity within the Order of the Eastern Star.
Our APPROACH
At Morning Star, our approach is defined by a commitment to be Intentional. We believe that the strength of our Chapter, rooted in the Cleveland community, lies in the balance between honoring our sacred traditions. We approach our sisterhood, guided by our sisterhood values, as a journey of continuous elevation. By engaging in deep ritualistic study and shared wisdom within the Order of the Eastern Star, we ensure that every member has the tools to grow as a leader and a light within the Order.