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Emmaus, PA 18049
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Emmaus Rotary Club
P.O. Box 672
Emmaus, PA 18049

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WEAR YOUR PAUL HARRIS MEDALLION/PIN THIS WEEK!

This is going to be Wonderful!!!

This week we will celebrate Members receiving their first Paul Harris medal.

Our Club is a huge supporter of the Paul Harris awards which are given to Members who donate $1000.00 to the Foundation. Bill Erdman will give everyone more information on Wednesday about this prestigious award.

All current Paul Harris recipients should proudly wear their Paul Harris medallion and pin.

Shine Bright Friends

To My Dear Emmaus Rotary Friends,

So here it is...the time for my final Presidents Message. During the past (almost) 5 years, my life has become incredibly enriched by Emmaus Rotary Club. I look back to when I first visited a meeting, I remember feeling welcomed and at home. Since then, I've had the opportunity to have some sort of connection with just about every single ERC member. You have become like family to me. This Club has become something I hold dear in my heart. What can I say....I LOVE Rotary.

Before I joined, I was looking for way to find a more purpose driven life and Rotary has done that 100 times more than I could have imagined. The mission and vision of Rotary helped me realize that I can actually be a part of something that is capable of taking on the world's challenges, do what we can to find solutions to problems and actually help people. Collectively WE have done some really good things that make our local and global communities better. Being with a group of not just dreamers but DOERS inspires me and pushes me serve better.

When I was asked to serve as Club President in my very early days of membership, I didn't understand why on earth you would want me to fill that prestigious role as a new person who really didn't have a full grasp on all things Rotary. It seemed scary and like A LOT of work. BUT I looked within and recognized that this feeling of being out of my comfort zone was really just fear and I knew I should step up and meet the challenge. I was right. It was a ALOT of work.... work worth doing of course! The unexpected work is what I reflect on now. This experience made me work on myself, my relationships, my leadership skills, may patience and so much more. It made me do a lot of new things I hadn't considered before, and I have grown in so many ways. Sometimes the perks of Service Above Self are at the end you end up a BETTER self.

And now I get to stand, a little wiser and with a special bond, alongside those who have served before me as President of Emmaus Rotary Club. And from this side of the gavel, WE cheer on those who are next in line for this special role. Sal, congratulations. I wish you the all the best in your term. I know you will be an exceptional President. I thank you for unwavering support and friendship.

Emmaus Rotarians, from the bottom of my heart Thank You for always helping when I've asked. Thank you for being on board change. Thank you for helping to overcome challenges. Thank you for your guidance. Thank you for putting your skills and expertise to work. Thank you for serving in a multitude of ways to make this year a success. Thank you for your mentorship and friendship to eachother.

In my speech last year, I ended by asking you to be the light in this world for those in dark places. I asked you See the good, be the good and inspire good in others. I asked you to SHINE BRIGHT and YOU did exactly that. Please, never let anyone dull your sparkle!

Shine Bright Friends!

Meghan Reed
President of Emmaus Rotary Club for 24 more hours

Look How Easy This Is!

Hi Friends!
Over the last year you have probably heard me go on and on about using our handy dandy ClubRunner tools to help keep ERC organized. I'm sure I didn't annoy anyone right?? I'm sure all of my enthusiastic suggestions were well received right???

Well....I'm at it again. I'm testing the waters on using the Volunteer Sign-Up feature that ClubRunner offers so that we can help make our Community Service Chair, Karen Hobson's life a little easier!
SOOOOO let's give a shot shall we....

Past District Gov. Bob Hobaugh has asked for a helping hand from ERC Volunteers at Das Awkscht Fescht! What a fantastic way for Emmaus Rotary to get involved with a community tradition, meet lots of folks and show people how fun Rotary is! This is a BIG project for us to be a part of so let's show Bob how ERC comes through!

Here are three places you can sign up to volunteer!

First....just click this link and choose a shift : Das Awkscht Fescht Volunteer Shifts | Rotary Club of Emmaus (emmausrotary.org)
(If you would like more information about what volunteer jobs entail click the blue box under the event location information. It will take you to the full event listing)

Second....visit the event listing on our website calendar. Here is the link so it's handy: EMMAUS ROTARY DAS AWKSCHT FESCHT VOLUNTEER | Rotary Club of Emmaus. There is a blue box on the left side of the screen where you can register. When you click that box, it takes you to the sign-up page.

Third....We aren't doing away with old school methods....you can always sign up in person with Karen at a meeting.

Need help? Just ask! I'm always happy to help you!

Shine Bright!

Meghan Reed

President, Emmaus Rotary Club 2022/23

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The Passing of a Friend to Many

Dear Friends,
I sadly learned of the passing of Rotarian Thomas Devine over the weekend. Tom joined Rotary in 1998 and served with our Club as an Active and Honorary Rotarian for 25 years.
Many long-time members of Emmaus Rotary are sure to have lots of fond memories of Tom and his Wife Rosenia Devine. While I never had the opportunity to meet Tom in person, he and I did enjoy sending emails and the occasional phone chat. That's the special thing about our Rotary Family; even though we never met in person we shared a bond. Tom was always very encouraging and kind to me in my leadership roles. Over the years I have heard many members share messages and updates from Tom at Club meeting. This always made it clear to me that Tom was a tremendous Person who our members hold in high regard and have missed his since his health prevented him from attending Rotary Functions.

My sincere condolences and sympathy go out to Rosenia and the Devine Family, and to each of you who have lost a Friend. We have said goodbye to some really great Rotary Friends over the last few years. Let us keep our Rotary Family in our hearts and speak of them often so that their memory and legacy lives on.

A few months ago, I remember Jeff McElhaney sharing a message from Tom. He mentioned that "My Way" by Frank Sinatra was one of his favorite songs. In honor of Thomas Devine...give it a listen and know he's with you. My Way (2008 Remastered) - YouTube

"I've lived a life that's full
I travelled each and every highway
And more, much more than this
I did it my way"

Frank Sinatra

I have spoken with Rosenia and let her know that ERC is here for her. When I learn more about services for Tom, I will be sure to share them with you. They will likely be later in June.

If you'd like to send your thoughts to Rosenia Devine you can send a card to:

6622 Blue Heather Court
Macungie, PA 18062

Shine Bright Friends,

Meghan Reed

President, Emmaus Rotary Club 2022/23

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