Bethel 98, Crystal Lake, IL

International Order of Job's Daughters

Meetings on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays

Crystal Lake Masonic Temple

200 Ellsworth

Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014

Bethel 98, Crystal Lake, IL, International Order of Job's Daughters is an organization for girls 10 to 20. The members of Bethel 98 has had members from many of the communities surrounding Crystal Lake including Algonquin, Antioch, Cary, Deer Park, Elgin, Fox River Grove, Island Lake, Lake in the Hills, McHenry, Harvard, Huntley, Ingleside, Johnsburg, Port Barrington,  Wauconda, Wonder Lake, and Woodstock.

Job's Daughters are involved in activities that appeal to young women who want lead active lives... public speaking, leadership skills, and community involvement prepare girls for future family and professional commitments. Members of Job's Daughters attend dances, slumber parties, picnics and other fun activities. They are a self-governing body. The girls plan their own fundraisers and activities with adult supervision. Their meetings include protocol, courtesy and how to run a business meeting as a way of learning to work together.

	For over 85 years, Job's Daughters has been actively promoting friendship and 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." To become a Job's Daughter does not involve an embarrassing ritual or test of courage. Initiations are solemn, meaningful ceremonies presented by the Bethel Officers. Parents are welcome at initiations and all of the meetings and activities. 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!