President's Message - December 6, 2016

We've officially entered December. When did that happen? With major holidays Hanukkah and Christmas bringing many American families together, this time of the year seems to naturally bring to the forefront people around the world in need.  Let us find ways to continue to help others through out the holiday season. 

 

One way Emmaus Rotary will be helping is by raising money through a concession stand at the Cyclocross Event this weekend at Camp Olympic.  As you receive requests to serve, consider spending an hour or two on Sunday to help out.  All the proceeds will go towards the hospitality house on Cedar Crest Blvd., Jenn's House.

 

The over 300 cans of soup that we collected this past month will also be going out to local Emmaus families throughout the month.  The community service committee will be looking at an event soon that could add a significantly towards local hunger efforts. Stay tuned!

 

A thank you to those who attended the Remembrance Brick Ceremony for our fallen Rotarians, John Kirschmnan, Richard Brooks, and Ron Merkel.  Michael Waddell facilitated a very nice ceremony, thank you. The Emmaus Remembrance Garden is a beautiful parcel to go for quiet reflection. 

 

Everyone have a wonderful week!

 

- Jeff A. McElhaney Jr.