July 16, 2008
PRESENT: Pres. Bob, Dietrich, Lew, Candace, Walter, Mary, Michael, Bart, Janet, Sandi, Ben and Diane
GUESTS: Ray Helmick, speaker, Liz Roberts visiting Rotarian from Dedham Club
After Dietrich led the Pledge and Ben gave our Invocation, the meeting was called to order by President Bob, and so the leadership is passed on from awesome leaders. Special thanks and gratitude to Captain Mike for the great programs and new venues he gave us in 2007-2008. We will work on continuity and remember our commitments to community and outreach.
Mike gave a presentation on his wonderful experience at the Rotary International Convention in Los Angeles last month, particularly focused on the highly motivated Rotarians from around the world that he encountered. He was delighted to informally talk with the Director of the Rotary Peace and Conflict Studies (RPCS) Program in Bangkok, Thailand who he met at the RPCS Booth at the "House of Friendship". They discussed Ray Helmick's new teaching position in that Program utilizing the conflict films of John Michalczyk. He also mentioned his attendance at a microfinance presentation and at a conference of Rotary Peace Scholars. He encouraged the members to consider attending the next Rotary International Convention to be held in June, 2009 in Birmingham, England.
Mike then introduced Ray Helmick, the conflict studies scholar from Boston College and the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C., who the Scituate Rotary Club co-sponsored to screen the conflict studies films of John Michalczyk in March at the RPCS Program Center in Bangkok. Ray discussed his experience in March and his plans for teaching there once again later this month for the summer session. He then gave an extraordinary analytic presentation on conflict resolution citing examples in Northern Ireland, the Mid-East, and South Africa that was greatly appreciated by the members. The discussions continued long after the meeting officially concluded
We missed the WOW'S from Bill Coulter and understand that he requested a leave of absence as Joyce will be undergoing bypass surgery. The Club offers heartfelt wishes for a successful operation and quick recovery. We all want to support you both with help for meals or visits, as we are just a call or email away!
A note of thanks for all who offered their supportive help with the Annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday August 2 at St. Mary's Parish. We still need much help and will be sending requests to fill those slots. The greater the efforts, the more successful our fundraiser will be! Berry picking is scheduled for Thursday morning July 31st at the Tree Berry Farm at 7 am.
Be onboard next week for a special visit from District President Steve Silverman and his vision for MAKE DREAMS REAL.
GUESTS: Ray Helmick, speaker, Liz Roberts visiting Rotarian from Dedham Club
After Dietrich led the Pledge and Ben gave our Invocation, the meeting was called to order by President Bob, and so the leadership is passed on from awesome leaders. Special thanks and gratitude to Captain Mike for the great programs and new venues he gave us in 2007-2008. We will work on continuity and remember our commitments to community and outreach.
Mike gave a presentation on his wonderful experience at the Rotary International Convention in Los Angeles last month, particularly focused on the highly motivated Rotarians from around the world that he encountered. He was delighted to informally talk with the Director of the Rotary Peace and Conflict Studies (RPCS) Program in Bangkok, Thailand who he met at the RPCS Booth at the "House of Friendship". They discussed Ray Helmick's new teaching position in that Program utilizing the conflict films of John Michalczyk. He also mentioned his attendance at a microfinance presentation and at a conference of Rotary Peace Scholars. He encouraged the members to consider attending the next Rotary International Convention to be held in June, 2009 in Birmingham, England.
Mike then introduced Ray Helmick, the conflict studies scholar from Boston College and the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C., who the Scituate Rotary Club co-sponsored to screen the conflict studies films of John Michalczyk in March at the RPCS Program Center in Bangkok. Ray discussed his experience in March and his plans for teaching there once again later this month for the summer session. He then gave an extraordinary analytic presentation on conflict resolution citing examples in Northern Ireland, the Mid-East, and South Africa that was greatly appreciated by the members. The discussions continued long after the meeting officially concluded
We missed the WOW'S from Bill Coulter and understand that he requested a leave of absence as Joyce will be undergoing bypass surgery. The Club offers heartfelt wishes for a successful operation and quick recovery. We all want to support you both with help for meals or visits, as we are just a call or email away!
A note of thanks for all who offered their supportive help with the Annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday August 2 at St. Mary's Parish. We still need much help and will be sending requests to fill those slots. The greater the efforts, the more successful our fundraiser will be! Berry picking is scheduled for Thursday morning July 31st at the Tree Berry Farm at 7 am.
Be onboard next week for a special visit from District President Steve Silverman and his vision for MAKE DREAMS REAL.
