READ THE PEPPERBOX – BE PROUD TO BE A ROTARIAN

Pass on information about our club and about Rotary to your friends

 

Have you opened your Rotary Magazine yet this month?

MAKES ME PROUD TO BE A ROTARIAN IN THE ROTARY CLUB OF ST. LOUIS

The Four-Way Test of the things we think, say or do

  1. Is it the truth?

  2. Is it fair to all concerned?

  3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships?

  4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

Rotary Birthdays October 19 – October 25

Matt Weiss                                                  October 21st

Jay Ryan                                                      October 24th

Rotary Anniversaries October 19 – October 25

Andrew Darling            1 year          October 21st

Don Lorenz                    29 years      October 20th

 

Ageless Quotes – Age 26 to 47

 I’ve learned that wherever I go, the world’s
worst drivers have followed me there.  Age 29

I’ve learned that if someone says something
unkind about me, I must try to live my life so that no
one will believe it. Age 30

I’ve learned that you can make someone’s day
by simply sending them a little note.  Age 44

I’ve learned that the greater a person’s sense
of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on
others.  Age 46

I’ve learned that children and grandparents
are natural allies.  Age 47

MORE TO FOLLOW NEXT WEEK

 

Please continue to work at staying healthy and follow the Covid-19 guidelines. We have maintained and will continue to maintain the guidelines set down by the Missouri Athletic Club, which is following the guidelines set down by the City of St. Louis.

 

Each week I will highlight something about Rotary that all Rotarians should know or be aware of.

INVOCATIONS AT CLUB MEETINGS
In many Rotary clubs, particularly in Judeo-Christian nations, it is customary to open weekly meetings with an appropriate invocation or blessing. Usually such invocations are offered without reference to specific religious denominations or faiths.
Rotary policy recognizes that throughout the world Rotarians represent many religious beliefs, ideas and creeds. The religious beliefs of each member are fully respected, and nothing in Rotary is intended to prevent each individual from being faithful to such convictions.
At international assemblies and conventions, it is traditional for a silent invocation to be given. In respect for all religious beliefs and in the spirit of tolerance for a wide variety of personal faiths, all persons are invited to seek divine guidance and peace “each in his own way.” It is an inspiring experience to join with thousands of Rotarians in an international “silent prayer” or act of personal devotion. Usually all Rotary International board and committee meetings begin with a few moments of silent meditation. In this period of silence, Rotary demonstrates respect for the beliefs of all members who represent the religions of the world.
Since each Rotary club is autonomous, the practice of presenting a prayer or invocation at club meetings is left entirely to the traditions and customs of the individual club, with the understanding that these meeting rituals always be conducted in a manner which will respect the religious convictions and faiths of all members and visitors. (20)

 

Last Thursday out club was fortunate to have Ryan Carney, the Director of Development at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Ryan covered a variety of subject on the organization as well as a video showing some of the services, they help with in the St. Louis area. He then answered about 10 questions adding more information to the discussion.

This week’s program will be from Patrick Murphy, author of a new book, Candy Men: The Story of St. Louis’ own Switzer’s Licorice. It not only should be a fun and exciting program but also add an element of some of the history of St. Louis. Patrick is the grandson of the founder of the company so he will be able to give us a true insight to the candy company that started in 1888.

Please give a listen to get the background for the program

https://news.stlpublicradio.org/show/st-louis-on-the-air/2020-10-02/monday-candy-men-tells-the-story-of-st-louis-own-switzers-licorice

Should be an informative and interesting program. 

If you missed last week’s meeting or any meeting you can watch the recording of the zoom presentation by clicking on the link in the Pepperbox.

We are continuing to work to make the zoom presentations better every week. Please let Joan know if you have and suggestions and she will pass them on to the MAC who is handling the production of the video.

ZOOM BROADCAST WILL CONTINUE FOR AT LEAST UNTIL THE END OF NOVEMBER FOR THOSE THAT CANNOT MAKE THE MEETINGS IN PERSON.

Remember to complete the new pre-meeting online registration starting with this meeting that Joan will send out. This pertains to both those attending live and virtually. Although this is not mandatory (yet) please respond to the email to give us a good idea of attendance. It worked very well last week.

PLEASE CONTINUE TO WORK AT BEING HEALTHY DURING THESE TRYING TIMES

BE PROUD TO BE A ROTARIAN

ESPECIALLY A ROTARIAN IN THE ROTARY CLUB OF ST. LOUIS

 

Finally, if you have questions, concerns, or ideas regarding Club 11 please contact either me or our office

 

My e-mail is:

Kent1055@att.net

Pepperbox 10-19-2020

Rotary Club of St. Louis

President Kent Steinbrueck

2020-21

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