Last week we had a good attendance at Rotary Club to hear Michelle Martin explain what Catholic Charities does for the people of north central and northwest Kansas.  She told us how Catholic Charities seeks to fill the gaps left by other charitable organizations, and that all the services are available to anyone in need, with no questions asked about faith or religion or politics. And thanks to David Kreller for his fine introduction.  We have many new members stepping up to bring us wonderful programs, to serve on committees, and to sponsor even more new members.

This week, of course, we look forward to our annual visit from Coach Bill Snyder.  Some of us saw his interview with ESPN earlier this week, which just prompted more questions we can ask him.  For instance, four quarterbacks?  How does he sort that out?  We usually have good attendance and several guests of Rotarians for this program, so come early for the best seats!

I have also heard that we have “a number” of potential future Rotarians beginning to get in line. Remember that we welcome new, committed members and also new sponsors for these new members. The sponsors can help bring members who will supply new energy and aspirations for our club and the sponsors can help the new members learn about all the riches Rotary has to offer us. So please don’t be shy about proposing new members.  Every time I have invited someone to Rotary, they have responded with happy surprise—some have even said, “I’ve just been waiting to be asked!”

For you who are employers—a student from Ball State University is looking for employers who might be willing to respond to a survey about hiring persons with disabilities. She is working on a university-approved research project.  At the meeting Thursday I will ask if anyone would like to take that survey based on your own experience or opinions about that important topic. She just needs 2 or 3 responses from each Rotary club that she is contacting.

I hope to see you Thursday.  Until then, thanks for all you do for Rotary.

“Be a gift to the world.”

Betty Stevens
 
 
Sponsors