D. BROTHERHOOD COMMITTEE

1. Shall compile a list of eligible brothers from the Ordeal Subcommittee, along with pertinent information

2. Shall coordinate sending all eligible brothers a letter informing them of the requirements for brotherhood with the communications committee.

3. Shall conduct a discussion session or other meeting Saturday with all candidates covering the following points:

a. The meaning of the pre-Ordeal;

b. The different facets of the ordeal ceremony; and

c. The nature of the obligation before and after the brotherhood ceremony.

4. Shall counsel each candidate individually in private on Saturday afternoon covering the following points:

a. The individual's past and his obligation to his unit;

b. The individual's future plans for his unit and the Lodge;

c. Answer questions;

d. The obligation and song of the Order; and

e. Read the prepared letter.

5. After interviewing all candidates, the Chairman and Advisor shall meet and certify that each candidate has fulfilled the Brotherhood requirements.

6. Shall collect the optional sash fee and turn it over to the Finance Committee.

7. Presents the candidates to the Lodge for the tap-out ceremony. This should be coordinated with the Ceremonials Committee.

8. Shall arrange with the dining committee for seating at Saturday supper for all candidates.

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