Members of the Durant Chapter 17 Order of Eastern Star donated paper products and laundry detergents to J127 Ministry on September 23. From left, Melissa Hammel, J127 Operations Director, Durant Eastern Star Members: Brook Sheffield, Deanna Leuzinger, Laura Hider, Dyanna Bowen; Bottom Row: “J” of J127 Ministry, Eastern Star member: Sandra Ashby. OES Chapters have various charitable projects in support of local communities in addition to this project. J127 Ministry in Durant is a safe home for young women ages 18-25 that have aged out of foster care or are facing homelessness. Currently, J127 Ministry has volunteer opportunities available and for more information visit their website. Photo provided
June 11, 2026
