Presiding Officer: Larry Guenther Secretary: Tobi Mathouser Invocation & Pledge: John Marburger
Digital Experience: Adam Leong Sgt at Arms: Okley Gibbs Navigator: Josh Todd
Registration/Cashier: Heather Legge & Justin Dougherty
Admin Support: Need Volunteer
In-Person Greeters: Deb Skinner & Lisa Tonjes Moritz Speaker Host: James Mackiewicz
Speaker: Christi Krehbiel
Weekly Meeting at:
Field Club 3615 Woolworth Avenue Omaha, NE
10/11/23 menu: Beef Tips, green mix salad, bread, vegetables, fruits, and cookies for dessert. Lunch price: NEW PRICE $12 for members, $17 for visiting Rotarians and guests. Best Rotary lunch & best lunch price in all of Metro Omaha Rotary clubs
Principal Christi Krehbiel of Omaha Christian Academy is set to address the intriguing topic of how the present status of public education will reverberate throughout private education and homeschooling. With an impressive background that spans teaching across elementary, middle, and high school levels, Christi's expertise extends to the university level, where she contributed as an instructor at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. After six years in higher education, she made her way back to Omaha Christian Academy, this time as the Head of School and Principal. In this role, she navigates the diverse educational landscape, from interacting with high school students to donning a tiara for reading sessions with preschoolers at the annual Princess party.
Christi's roots are grounded in the Millard community, having attended Montclair Elementary and Millard North Middle School. Alongside her husband Gary, she is the proud parent of four grown children and enjoys the role of being a grandparent. This extensive experience provides her with a comprehensive understanding of education at various levels and positions her well to shed light on how the state of public education will impact both private schooling and homeschooling alternatives.
Introducing our new Rotarian, Bob Leddy, an Omaha native and Navy Veteran. Bob’s service to the Omaha community began in high school when he founded Omaha’s first Habitat for Humanity High School Campus Chapter at Creighton Prep. Following Prep, he entered the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, majoring in Political Science and Russian. In 2017, Bob was commissioned as an Ensign in the U.S. Navy and became a Nuclear Submarine Officer. Following nuclear training in Charleston, SC and Groton, CT, Bob served for three years onboard the Ballistic Missile Submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN-734) out of Kings Bay, GA, completing five Strategic Deterrence Patrols. While there, he met his now wife, Emily, also an Omaha native. In 2021, Bob was assigned to Offutt, AFB, where he served as a Nuclear Missile Targeting Officer at STRATCOM and as a Strategic Operations Officer aboard the National Airborne Operations Center (NAOC). Bob resigned his Commission last summer and now works as a Project Engineer for Kiewit Building Group in Omaha, NE. Bob’s commitment to excellence and his passion for fostering growth make him an invaluable addition to our Rotary family. We look forward to the remarkable contributions he will undoubtedly bring to our organization and the greater Omaha community.
Thank you to Hal Daub for sponsoring Bob to Rotary.
Rotarians are making a difference at Stephen Center. CLICK HERE to sign up.
Stephen Center partners with the community, families, and individuals to overcome homelessness, addiction, and poverty. Stephen Center has served the homeless and low-income in Omaha since 1984 through its three programs: Emergency Shelter, HERO Program and Transitional Living Program. The Omaha Downtown Rotary partners with Stephens Center in serving hot meals to its residents.
Pictured here are hard-working Rotarians L to R: Franco Gentile, Steve McCollister, Scott Kinnaird, Hiedi McGinness, and a big turnout of Nash Mahupete and his family.
A small but fun group at Soccer Social: Deb Skinner, John Mock, Harrison Abbott, Bob Keefer, Jesse Moore, and Larry Guenther. MIA is a big proponent of the social event Josh Todd. He must be the one taking the photo.
Captured in the midst of Husker fever, devoted fans James Mackiewicz, Brad Burklund, and Brett Frevert unite! When three or more Rotarians assemble, attendance credit is earned, and a snapshot serves as the undeniable proof.
On October 14, 2023 at the Omaha Marriott, community leaders from across our district will be recognized during the Rotary District 5650 conference. These folks include leaders of various groups and organizations doing good things in our communities.
Rotarians across our district will be shining a light of recognition as we celebrate the Golden Wheel honorees. It will be a proud moment as we present each recipient with their medallion. Just one way that Rotary celebrates economic and community development during October.
We encourage you to send a note to the Golden Wheel honoree for your club, or drop by their place of business and shake their hand. Just one more way we’re putting service above self. SOURCE.
The Rotary International Convention: Unforgettable moments, enduring relationships
The Rotary International Convention is where you’ll find people of action from around the world brainstorming solutions to some of the most pressing challenges and celebrating our works of service that create lasting change.
The convention is where you’ll renew connections, discover fresh perspectives, and create unforgettable moments and enduring relationships.
At the convention, you’ll:
Participate in engaging breakout session discussions
Attend motivating general sessions
Network with fellow changemakers
Mingle with old and new friends
Browse exhibits and visit the House of Friendship
Explore an exciting host city
Enjoy live entertainment and enriching attractions
The convention is our largest event of the year, a chance for members to show the general public who we are and what we do. Join us at this year’s Rotary International Convention and show the world who you are and all that you do.
R. Gordon R. McInally is president of Rotary International. He was educated at the Royal High School in Edinburgh and at the University of Dundee, where he earned his graduate degree in dental surgery. He operated his own dental practice in Edinburgh until 2016. Gordon was chair of the East of Scotland branch of the British Paedodontic Society and has held various academic positions. He has also served as a presbytery elder, chair of the Queensferry parish congregational board, and commissioner to the general assembly of the Church of Scotland. Read President McInally's biography.
Watch the video below of President McInally's address to the Rotary International Assembly:
Connecting with fellow Rotarians is made easy with club service. Plus, you get attendance credit. It's a great deal! If you are a new Rotarian, it counts toward your Red Badge requirements. You may sign up as Greeter, Virtual Greeter, Check-in/Registration, Navigator, and Invocator. Click hereto sign up.
Pictured here are recent greeters Jill Slupe with her niece Future Rotarian Ava.
Jim Cavanaugh
Paul Cohen Sean Connolly
Hal Daub
Gene DeBoer Dianne Desler
John Ewing
Viv Ewing
Brett Frevert
Dawn Gonzales
Okley Gibbs
Larry Guenther
Dee Haj Bill Harvey
Gretchen Harvey
Yolanda Hoffman
Bob Keefer
Susan Koesters
John Marburger
Steve McCollister
Camille Metoyer-Moten
Lloyd Meyer
Jim Murphy
Jim Scott-Miller
Mike Schlickbernd
Jim Stewart
Michelle Trawick
Aileen Warren