Members of The Order of the Daughters of the King® are women and girls between the ages of seven and one hundred and seven who desire a closer walk with the Lord. We are Christian women, both lay and ordained, who are strengthened through the discipline of a Rule of Life and supported through the companionship of our sisters. We are all at different stages of our Christian journey – some have just begun, and some have been on this path for a long time. But no matter where we are on our sacred journeys, our primary goal is the same – to know Jesus Christ and to make Him known to others.
Our Rule of Life
A rule of life is a self-imposed spiritual discipline practiced daily by an individual. It includes regular and seasonal devotions, both private and public, and is a commitment intelligently and prayerfully considered. A rule of life sets apart an order from other church organizations.
Members of The Order of the Daughters of the King® undertake a Rule of Life, incorporating the Rule of Prayer and the Rule of Service. By reaffirmation of the promises made at Baptism and Confirmation, a Daughter pledges herself to a life-long program of Prayer, Service, and Evangelism, dedicated to the spread of Christ’s Kingdom and the strengthening of the spiritual life of her parish.
Each member’s personal Rule of Life reflects her unique spiritual journey. A Daughter’s Rule of Life is not taken lightly but is developed prayerfully with God’s guidance. The Rule is not meant to be fixed, but flexible, and should be begun simply and reviewed regularly to accommodate her changing life circumstances and spiritual growth.
Most Daughters find that the discipline of a Rule of Life fosters a deeper relationship with Christ. The commitment made through our vows often serves as a catalyst that draws us closer to the heart of God – transforming our lives and leading us into more dedicated prayer and service for the sake of the One whose cross we wear.
Leadership
- Roberta Newell, Diocesan President, rnewell@post.com
- Melody Adams-Forsström, Diocesan Vice President, melodita@comcast.net
- The Rev. Pam Tinsley Diocesan Chaplain, pbtinsley22@gmail.com
- Leah Timberlake, Diocesan Chair for leahtim@gmail.com
- Mary Ovrebo, President of the Catherine of Siena chapter at St Luke’s Memorial, Tacoma
- Barbara Byrum, President of the Faith Chapter at St John’s Episcopal, Gig Harbor
- Barbara S Heckard, Ed.D., President of the Pricilla Chapter at Saint Luke’s, Sequim
- Sandy Parker, President of the Quinn Neal Chapter at St John’s Episcopal, Olympia
- Christina Johns, President of the St Elizabeth Chapter at St Andrew Episcopal, Tacoma
- Lynn Sissel, President of the St Hildegard of Bingen Chapter at Christ Church, Puyallup
- Roberta Newell, President of the St. Mary’s Chapter at Saint Mary’s Lakewood
- Carole Hoerauf, President of the St Paul Chapter at St Paul’s Episcopal, Bellingham
- Nancy D Smith, President of the Trinity Everett Chapter at Trinity Episcopal Church. Everett
From Jane Searcy, National President
This year the Order of Daughters of the King are celebrating 140 years! Our history is as rich as our ministry. The Spirit of the Living God truly inspired our founding mothers and the clergy who supported them. Today, 140 years later, He is still moving among us, fanning the flames of our ministry and drawing all His “Daughters” to a closer, more personal relationship with Him through our dedication to prayer, service and evangelism.
