Tradition in Job’s Daughters

Job's Daughters has a rich heritage and tradition. The group was founded in 1920 to provide an opportunity for young women to work together, to learn about themselves and to help others. Job's Daughters is open to girls ages 10 to 20 who have a Masonic Heritage. We do not follow any specific religion.

For over 80 years, Job's Daughters has been actively promoting friendship and community service. The organization was founded by Mrs. Ethel T. Wead Mick in Omaha, Nebraska. The group takes its name from the Book of Job, and in particular to a reference in the 42nd Chapter that says, "And in all the land were no women found so fair as the Daughters of Job."

Meetings follow a long tradition of order. Just like the Girl Scouts, our members wear uniforms to meetings. The uniforms that officers wear are symbols of democracy and equality, and are provided by the Bethel. Other members wear dresses to meetings. Meetings are held twice a month. Programs and fun events are planned and conducted by the members with the help of adult volunteers.

To become a Job's Daughter does not involve an embarrassing ritual or hazing like in college sororities. Initiations are sincere, meaningful ceremonies presented by the Bethel Officers. Parents are welcome at initiations and all of the meetings.

To be a member of Job's Daughters is to be part of a group that promotes friendship among young women and confidence in themselves. As a member you will learn skills that will help you throughout your life. You will become part of an organization that serves the community. Most importantly, you will have fun.