Rotary’s business is mankind and its product is service. This is perhaps the best reason for becoming a Rotarian – the chance to do something for somebody else while experiencing self-fulfillment in the process.
Victory House is a not-for-profit organization committed to addressing the challenges faced by men and veterans in their transition from homelessness. They are provided shelter services and supportive resources to move toward independence in the community. Their work is an expression of their personal faith, hope, and compassion.
Combine the two purposes and voilà … you have the 11th Anniversary “Salute the Troops” concert with the Allentown Band joined by Northeast Middle School musicians happening on November 17th at 3:00 pm.
Please post flyers and sell your tickets! REMINDER - TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR!
Please join us November 14, 2019 to learn about Zach Ainslie, one of our newest and youngest members. This will be a time to find out about Zach beyond Rotary. In addition to his profession as a Bartlett Arborist, we will learn about his diverse interests - family, hiking, rock-climbing, etc!
On October 31 we had an appearance by Robbie Donno, a Rotarian from the Manhasset Club and Past Governor of District 7255. It was 1975 when Robbie read an article in the Rotarian magazine about a nurse in Uganda who needed facial surgery after being mauled by a hyena. Communications technology being what it was at that time, the nurse received treatment in Australia before Robbie could respond BUT, along the way, he met a 5 year-old girl who needed heart surgery. He arranged to have her transported to New York for the life-saving operation. That was the first of what has become over 35,000 heart surgeries provided by the Gift Of Life International organization founded by Robbie. Their unique stories revolve around the single idea that somewhere in this world, there were people who extended help, hope and love when there was no other relief in sight and those people were Rotarians! GOL is stronger than ever and hopes to provide over 3,500 operations this year. 93+% of children born with a congenital heart defect are born in a country where there is no hope for treatment. GOL now operates in 80 countries across five continents. Their initiatives are supported by 286 Rotary Clubs and 63 Rotary Districts.
Robbie with nephew, MSR's Jeff Kicska. Jeff credits his uncle as his inspiration to do good things!
In background are the latest recipient and on the right the first recipient of the GOL!
One person can really make a difference. Given his vocational background, Robbie refers to himself as "a garbageman who does heart surgery on the side."
MANY thanks to both of you, the whole race committee, and all who helped and supported the 2019 Morning Star Rotary Celtic Classic 5K!
To my knowledge, all the income and expenses have been recorded as of 10/31/19.
While we have heard that the number of participants at other races in the Lehigh Valley have dwindled in recent years, the registration income for our 5K holds steady ($7,132 this year vs $7,387 last year).
When we add in the $1,062 early registration income processed in the 2018-19 Rotary year, Total Income for the 2019 Race is $11,244 (vs Budget $11,000).
Expenses are $4,591, or $909 less than the $5,500 Budgeted.
Including the $1,062 early registrations, the Net Income is $6,653, or $1,153 better than the Budgeted $5,500!
Morning Star Rotary wishes to extend our deepest sympathies to Past District Governor Linda Young. Linda's husband, Raymond, passed unexpectedly at his home on Friday, November 8, 2019.
Cash or check payable to Moravian Village of Bethlehem
PROGRAM; Thanksgiving informative talk
SPEAKERS: Karen Daly Smith and Meg Dowd
Karen Daly Smith is the CEO of the Volunteer Center of the LV. She will update us on the various programs and services they provide to non-profit organizations and their volunteers.
Meg Dowd is the Corporate Affairs Specialist at Just Born Inc. She will provide insight on her role at Just Born and her volunteer activities in the community.
Note: Morning Star will still have its normal meeting on November 21, 2019.
To increase your engagement with your Rotary, we want to really emphasize the opportunity for you to read the monthly CONNECTIONS Newsletter from the District.
There is a wealth of information of what is going on in Rotary and especially within your District 7430! You receive this every month!
DG Herb monthly video message on key topics featuring Rotarians from around the District.
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