Rotary Club of St. Louis – Club 11
Presidential Telegram
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BE PROUD TO BE A ROTARIAN
ESPECIALLY A ROTARIAN IN THE ROTARY CLUB OF ST. LOUIS
As we have consistently done with our Club and our Meetings, we will continue to follow the guidelines set by the City of St. Louis and the Missouri Athletic Club (Our meeting site) while having a safe environment.
As we pass the Thanksgiving Holiday and work our way to Christmas it is a great time to take reflection of what we are thankful for. In these trying times it is easy to get down and think about the negative that this terrible virus has brought to us, but it is important to look at the positives in our lives. Also remember to be close to relatives and close friends that might need us in this time. Give a call to someone that you have not talked to in a while and wish them well during this Holiday Season. In fact, try it more than once, it’ll brighten your day and theirs!!!
This Thursday, December 3rd will be our 1st meeting date after Thanksgiving week. This meeting will be held LIVE and via ZOOM. We continue this way until any changes by either the CITY or the MAC.
Pass on information about our club and about Rotary to your friends
Rotary Birthdays November 23 – December 6
Rick Tinucci November 27th
Beth Russell November 29th
Don Fuller December 1st
Dale Ruthsatz December 2nd
Rotary Anniversaries November 23 – December 6
Brian Elliot 1-year December 1st
Bob Garagiola 13 years December 6th
Perry Bartels 25 years December 1st
Don Lochmoeller 41 years December 6th
Ageless Quotes – Age 65 to 85 (continued from last week)
I’ve learned that if you pursue happiness, it
will elude you. But if you focus on your family, the
needs of others, your work, meeting new people,
and doing the very best you can, happiness will find
you. Age 65
I’ve learned that whenever I decide something
with kindness, I usually make the right decision. Age 66
I’ve learned that even when I have pains, I don’t
have to be one. Age 82
I’ve learned that every day you should reach
out and touch someone. People love that human touch,
holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on
the back. Age 85
Have you read your Rotary Magazine yet this month? The December issue is now out. Look for it each month in the mail.
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
- Is it the truth?
- Is it fair to all concerned?
- Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
- Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
Last Thursday was Thanksgiving Day and I hope you were able to spend it with your relative and close friends. We all have many things to be thankful for not only during this time of year but year-round.
This coming Thursday our meeting will be both live and on zoom. The program will be AJ Medlock, Senior Archivist from the State Historical Society of Missouri.
Each week I will highlight something about Rotary that all Rotarians should know or be aware of.
YOUTH EXCHANGE
Rotary Youth Exchange is one of Rotary’s most popular programs to promote international understanding and develop lifelong friendships. It began in 1927 with the Rotary Club of Nice, France. In 1939 an extensive Youth Exchange was created between California and Latin America. Since then the program has expanded around the world. In recent years more than 7,000 young people have participated annually in Rotary-sponsored exchange programs.
The values of Youth Exchange are experienced not only by the high school-age students involved but also by the host families, sponsoring clubs, receiving high schools and the entire community Youth Exchange participants usually provide their fellow students in their host schools with excellent opportunities to learn about customs, languages, traditions and family life in another country. Youth Exchange offers young people interesting opportunities and rich experiences to see another part of the world. Students usually spend a full academic year abroad, although some clubs and districts sponsor short term exchanges of several weeks or months.
Approximately 36 percent of Rotary Youth Exchange students are hosted or sent by the clubs in the United States and Canada. European countries account for about 40 percent, and 12 percent come from Australia and New Zealand. Asian clubs sponsor 5 percent, and 7 percent come from Latin American countries. Over 70 percent of all Rotary districts participate in Youth Exchange activities.
Youth Exchange is a highly recommended program for all Rotary clubs as a practical activity for the enhancement of international understanding and goodwill. (25)
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 JANUARY 2021 FOR THOSE THAT CANNOT MAKE THE MEETINGS IN PERSON.
PLEASE CONTINUE TO WORK AT BEING HEALTHY DURING THESE TRYING TIMES AND ALWAYS DO WHAT YOU THINK IS GOOD FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
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 email is:
Kent1055@att.net
Pepperbox 11-30-2020
Rotary Club of St. Louis
President Kent Steinbrueck
2020-21