I would like to thank each and every Rotarian for the commitment you have in the service to others. It is inspiring to be part of such an incredible organization that is Making a Difference every day in local communities and around the world. Over the past 10 weeks, during the official visits, it has become clear how much better the world is with Rotary. The pride, joy and love that I feel is such a blessing to me and I want to let you know how humbling and fulfilling it is to be the governor of District 7930.
With your time, talent and treasure, we are approaching the end of polio on our planet. Although this is our signature project, daily you are providing food and shelter to the hungry and homeless, educating children, fighting disease and so much more. We need you and so many more people to join us in Doing Good in the World, especially today. Those who are less fortunate than us, need us, and I know that we will be there. Collectively, our clubs provide hundreds of Thanksgiving meals to families who would otherwise not have a one, and you have provided joy where there might have been sadness.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart and may you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Being a District Governor is the most rewarding position I have ever held. Although the commitment might be daunting, the opportunity to serve Rotarians in District 7930 is filled with so many opportunities. The lessons that I have learned apply to my personal, professional and volunteer life. The roles that I have held before being nominated to be a Governor, in Rotary and in my professional life, have enhanced my skills and form the foundation for the role. I equate it with an MBA program. This is true from a time commitment and the benefits of the training that is provided an incoming Governor. From Past District Governors, to other District Leadership, to the interaction with my classmates, to the training received from Rotary International at Zone and the International Assembly, there is no other program better at preparing someone for such a role. Am I an A student? No, never was, but I have done my best to learn the mechanics of Rotary and to provide the leadership to support clubs in their quest to provide service to their communities and the world in Making a Difference. All I can tell you is that this is an experience of a lifetime and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I just wish that I could have made this commitment years ago.
Do you know someone who would make a great Governor? Think about fellow Rotarians who have the basic skills that could be magnified through the training that is provided, and over the course of 24-30 months would be prepared to lead our wonderful district. I can guaranty that the time spent in service to the district will pay off in ways that I couldn't have understood even a few years ago. It is often said that being the President of a club is the best job in Rotary. Although I agree with this comment, I am beginning to believe that the role of Governor eclipses it.
Please help us find the 2020-2021 District Governor and be thinking into the future for who would follow in the next few years. Ultimately, our future depends on the strength of Rotary in Eastern Massachusetts and the ability of the District Leadership to support the clubs in their missions.
The Rotary Club of Chelsea honored local veterans at their annual Veteran’s Appreciation Luncheon on Tuesday at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Logan Airport Chelsea. Veterans from Chelsea, the Soldiers Home and members of the Chelsea Rotary Club enjoyed a specially prepared menu served in their honor, and they shared stories about where they or family members served, about service, gratitude and pride in country.
“Service Above Self” is the Rotary motto and the Club extended their gratitude to our veterans and active members of the US Military for their “Service Above Self” to protect our freedoms, liberty and way of life.
In September 2017, Julia D. Phelps, Ed.D., was appointed as a Trustee of our Rotary Foundation and is currently serving on the Foundation’s Stewardship Committee.
Julia joined the Rotary Club of Amesbury, MA in 1997 and served as president of the club in 2001-2002. She was very active in the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program and hosted several Ambassadorial Scholars. After serving as president, she was asked to train incoming presidents at NE Presidents-elect Training Seminar (PETS). Julia served as a host counselor for a Youth Exchange.
Julia has served in several positions at the district level. She worked on RYLA, served as Inbound Chair for Ambassadorial Scholars and was District Governor of District 7930 in 2007-2008. She was the District’s Annual Giving Chair and the Chair for NE PETS. Julia became District 7930’s Foundation Chair in July 2009 and led the district through the Future Vision Pilot. She shared Future Vision insights at the New Orleans, Louisiana and Lisbon, Portugal International Conventions.
Julia served as a Presidents Representative and the Rotary Foundation Alumni Chair (RFAC) for Zone 32. She prepared Governors-elect on the Foundation’s new grant model at the International Assembly in 2012 and 2013. She served as International Director from 2014 – 2016 and was until recently a member of the Operations Review Committee. In September 2017, Julia was appointed as a Trustee of our Rotary Foundation and is currently serving on the Foundation’s Stewardship Committee. She’s also on RI’s Membership Committee.
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The Rotary Club of Chelsea honored local veterans at their annual Veteran’s Appreciation Luncheon on Tuesday at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Logan Airport Chelsea. Veterans from Chelsea, the Soldiers Home and members of the Chelsea Rotary Club enjoyed a specially prepared menu served in their honor, and they shared stories about where they or family members served, about service, gratitude and pride in country. 
Has your club recently hosted an event or project or are you planning something in the near future that you would like to share with your fellow District 7930 Rotarians?
