HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (PSSDAR) held its annual meeting in Harrisburg this past weekend, which was a resounding success. The Jeptha Abbott chapter of the DAR was proudly represented at the event, which saw its largest attendance ever with 280 members.
The standout feature of the conference was the presence of National President General Pamela Edwards Rouse Wright. She delivered an inspiring speech on the theme of ‘Celebrate Stars & Stripes Forever! Rejoice in our DAR Ties of Service and Friendship’ that left the audience feeling connected and motivated.
In a grand gesture of support, the Pennsylvania DAR presented President General Wright with a check for $1,250 towards her President General’s Project. This generous donation is aimed at ensuring the celebration of every milestone leading up to our Nation’s 250th Anniversary.
Members actively participated in various workshops, committee meetings, business meetings, and social events. The conference was also marked by the presentation of several certificates and pins in recognition of outstanding leadership and volunteerism. In a special tribute, members of the DAR who are nurses were honored on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of the Army Nurse Corps.
The Jeptha Abbott DAR chapter was represented by Regent Teri Fischer, Second Vice Regent Karen Franks, Treasurer Heather Condello, and Corresponding Secretary Michelle Bradley. Their presence at the Sheraton Hershey Hotel in Harrisburg added to the spirit of unity and camaraderie at the PSSDAR annual Fall Meeting.
Pennsylvania State Regent Marguerite Fritsch presided over the conference, encouraging members in their “Love of Service to God, Home, and Country.” She highlighted her state project, Old Swedesford Cemetery in Chester, the final resting place of John Morton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. She reminded members of the DAR’s founding day, October 11, 1890, and encouraged them to participate in service projects around this date each year.
The conference workshops covered a wide array of topics, including public storytelling, DAR awards and recognition, officer transition and succession planning, chapter history preservation, and service project execution.
The Jeptha Abbott chapter, named after a Revolutionary War soldier and founded by Elizabeth Abigail Ransley in 1929, continues its tradition of preserving history and promoting patriotism. With over 200 members, the chapter supports national and local charities and contributes to educational initiatives.
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is a dynamic and diverse women’s service organization with over 185,000 members across 3,000 chapters in the United States and abroad. The DAR is committed to promoting historic preservation, education, and patriotism, and its members annually provide millions of hours of volunteer service to their local communities.
This year’s conference was a shining example of the DAR’s dedication to service, friendship, and remembrance. It served as a reminder that when we come together to celebrate our rich history and shared values, we are indeed celebrating the Stars & Stripes forever.
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