Leadership
Fairy Waters, President (DioceseWestTN.DOK@gmail.com )
Sandy Bethel, Secretary (slbethel@aol.com)
The Rev. Paul McLain, Chaplain
About the Diocese of West Tennessee Assembly
We, along with our 25,000+ sisters of The Order of the Daughters of the King ® around the world, including our special sister diocese of Haiti, have taken a lifelong vow of prayer, service, and evangelism, especially to women and girls.
Since its founding in 1885, each member of The Order has dedicated herself to the extension of Christ’s kingdom and the strengthening of her own spiritual life and that of her parish. Several chapters of The Order in West Tennessee sponsor retreats to which all women are invited, and each chapter serves its parish in its own special ways.
Twice a year, Daughters from throughout the diocese gather for sharing, business, a meaningful program, Eucharist, and lunch. For those who are interested in the broader ministry of The Order, Province IV holds spring and fall conferences at Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, NC, where approximately 150 Daughters from the southeast United States gather for worship, fellowship, and excellent speakers. Every three years, delegates and others from around the world come together for Triennial, usually just prior to the Episcopal Church’s General Convention.
In July 2024, we attended the Daughters of the King, Triennial Convention. The theme, “A New Day Dawns” was often repeated. A New Day Dawns for our West Tennessee Assembly. Please join us as we look for ways to be intentional in the giving of our time and our talents. Our Assembly is represented in many of the parishes throughout our diocese but not all. If you are interested in having a chapter in your parish, please contact the Assembly President. A chapter may be started by three women committed to prayer, service, and evangelism. Prayerfully consider who, what, where, and how our Diocese of West Tennessee Assembly can best serve in Jesus’ name.
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.
Since its founding in 1885, 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 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.
