The Rotary Club of Beaumont, TX, is a large and diverse fellowship of inspired business, professional, and civic leaders with significant community connections that foster the ideals of Service Above Self and high ethical standards.
If you are attending in person, we ask that you use this linkto make a reservation by Monday, January 13, 2025.
RYLA 2025 was an incredible success, and we are thrilled to share all the highlights with you at our upcoming meeting! Gigi Mazzola and President Michael Perez are excited to present a recap of the event, showcasing the outstanding achievements and transformative experiences from the weekend.
In addition to the presentation, we are honored to have the RYLA 2025 students and their families joining us for the meeting. The awardees themselves will have the opportunity to speak about their personal experiences, sharing the valuable lessons, moments of growth, and lasting memories they gained during the RYLA weekend. It promises to be an inspiring and engaging session, as we celebrate the remarkable impact of RYLA 2025 and the young leaders it helped to foster. Don’t miss this chance to hear firsthand how RYLA continues to shape the leaders of tomorrow!
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January 15, 2025
Invocation
Cheryl Bilyeu
Catering Coordinator
Retired
Pledges to USA & Texas Flags
Kevin Reed
Agent
Reed Realty Group
Introduction of Guests
Dee Lane
Senior Commercial Sales
Vector Security
Introduction of Speaker
President Michael Perez
Mortgage Lender/Business Development Officer
First State Bank of Texas
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Attendees to this week’s Rotary Meeting were greeted at registration by Jeanette Fresne. President Michael Perez presided over the meeting and was joined at the head table by: Gigi Mazzola giving the Invocation, Jason Apodaca leading in the pledges to the U.S. flag and the Texas flag, Jacques Gagne introducing our guests, and Tim Sudela for introduction of our speaker.
Announcements included Van Greer giving a report on the last Board of Directors meeting. A thank-you was extended to Brad Brown and committee for a wonderful Christmas Party and for the collection of donated pillows for Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
The speaker was Bishop David Toups, who was installed in the Diocese of Beaumont in 2020. Bishop Toups was ordained a priest in 1997 and received his doctorate in Rome in 2004. He is also the author of several books, the latest titled “Back to the Table” which encourages families to get back to having a meal at the home table together at least 2-3 times a week. Using the Table concept for youth will establish relationships, build connections and offer mentorship, thereby decreasing crime and building better communities. Bishop Toups is particularly impressed with Southeast Texas for its community unity, bond of charity and ecumenical connections.
The next Rotary meeting will be Wednesday, January 15 at 12 noon.
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