President's Message
by: Megs Lunn
Anyong Haseo South Korea D3690 and RC Incheon Kumdan!
Welcome to our dynamic and generous partners from D3690 IPDG Rho, Kyun-Ho, DRFC An, Hee-Tin, Dist. Trainer Lee, Kyung-Ha; and from RC Incheon Kumdan Pres. Kim, In-Su, AG Han, Sang-Kwang, PP Kang, Jeung-Hoon, PP Lee, Joon-Seok, PRC Shin, Yong-Keun, AC Song, Yu-Chan, SC Choo, Sang-Hoon and Rtn. Kim, Hyun-Woo.
Your presence is more than a blessing. Your generous contribution to the Rotary in Making A Difference is a manifestation of how Rotarians near and far evolved as missionaries of goodwill and friendship in the community, of peace and harmony among countries, and as instruments of mercy and compassion to the world.
Special appreciation goes to D3850 Gov. Jundad Legislador and PDG Ronnie Gabalda in joining the RotaGift 2017 activity and the turn over of District Grant (Library Hub) and Global Grant (Dumalag), respectively.
May each one of us not only enjoy the Christmas songs, carols, gift-giving and parties left and right, but more so to feel the essence of true Christmas within us, the baby Jesus in the manger. With humility and thanksgiving, may what we do give glory to Him. Merry Christmas everyone!
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Secretary's Message
by: Rtn. Antonette Figueroa
"When asked if my cup is half-full or half-empty, my only response is that...I am thankful I have a cup."
Global Grant Number 1865913 Status - one more authorization.
I am grateful and thankful for the help and assistance of all for pushing and making this project come to life. Truly, it was hard at first but because of pure intentions we are there, just a threadlike away.
Activities:
Dec 14 - Arrival of Koreans Rotary D3690; Turn over of GG VTT in CRAAHS; Welcome Dinner at San Antonio Resort
Dec 15 - Turn over of Library project at Tanque South Elementary School; RotaGift-Giving 2017 to 200 children of various barangays in City Mall; Dumalag - Turn over of Global Grant.
Dec 18 - Christmas Party at PP Pip's residence. Please wear GREEN.
Merry Christmas everyone!
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ROTARY INFORMATION
by: PDG Mark Anthony Ortiz
Most
Rotarians are successful professional and business executives because they hear
opportunities knock and take advantage of them. Once a week the opportunity for
Rotary fellowship occurs at each club meeting, but not all members hear it
knocking.
The weekly club meeting is a special privilege of Rotary membership. It
provides the occasion to visit with fellow members, to meet visitors you have
not known before, and to share your personal friendship with other members.
Rotary clubs which have a reputation of being "friendly clubs"
usually follow a few simple steps: First, members are encouraged to sit in a
different seat or at a different table each week. Second, Rotarians are urged
to sit with a member they may not know as well as their long-time personal
friends. Third, members invite new members or visitors to join their table just
by saying: "Come join us, we have an empty chair at this table."
Fourth, members share the conversation around the table rather than merely
eating in silence or talking privately to the person next to them. Fifth,
Rotarians make a special point of trying to get acquainted with all members of
the club by seeking out those they may not know.
When Rotarians follow these five easy steps, an entirely new oppor1tunity for
fellowship knocks each week. Soon Rotarians realize that warm and personal
friendship is the cornerstone of every great Rotary club.
Source: RC Pico Rivera, CA, USA
