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This is a difficult problem...i'm bad at giving advice, but I'm gonna write a few things anyway.
First, it's great the chapter is being brought to J-board. that is a terrific way to discuss your situation.
If that does not solve everything, please also consider a "pass the gavel" session, or other way of letting ALL sisters discuss their feelings about the chapter.
I'd also recommend that you take it upon yourself to try and get closer to the few sisters who emailed you and go out to lunch or coffee with them. (one at a time so they don't gang up on you) I know it seems they should apologize and make amends(which they should) but by inviting them out you show them you are a strong sister who is willing to work past differences.
As MRC, you may want to say in your report that it is perfectly acceptable for a woman to defer acceptance of her bid. I know in our chapter we usually have pinning just 3 days after bid, but that is not absolute. If a woman does not feel prepared to start the new member period she has the option to hold off for the entire year.
It shouldn't matter to your sisters when these women become sisters, just that they will become sisters who can commit when they're ready.
I really hope you can resolve your situation because I would hate to see a wonderful sister disaffiliate.
LITP
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