Club Member Paul Patenaude told us of his May adventures on an archaeological and hiking tour of the Holy Land. Hot, hilly, and archaeologically rich, some areas held up to 21 layers of past habitation. He saw many Roman, Byzantine, and pre-Roman sites. His small group stayed mostly in modest hotels (and one Bedouin camp). Lots of lamb and eggplant on the menus. The site at Masada was particularly moving. As was Jerusalem. They stayed at guest houses (and an organic goat farm) during part of their hike along the ‘Jesus Walk.’
The southern third of Israel is largely desert. Even taking that into account, the population density of Israel is amazing … Wisconsin has 65,000 square miles with 5.3 million people; Israel has 8,000 square miles with 8.5 million people. Because of the political and cultural blending in the area (as well as the history), you couldn’t miss seeing some tensions.
Paul talked about the many sites he visited. We couldn’t get our laptop for his presentation; we’ll have him re-present this talk at a future date, so we can enjoy the visuals.
The SERVICE ABOVE SELF AWARD is Rotary’s highest honor is awarded in recognition of Rotarians who demonstrate Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self, by volunteering their time and talents to help others. The award is internationally competitive and is granted to no more than 150 Rotarians worldwide, and no more than one from each district, each year.
To deserve consideration for the Service Above Self Award, a Rotarian must have performed continuing humanitarian service in any form. This award is intended to recognize especially those who actively help others through Rotary. It is not awarded solely in recognition of one’s performance in an elected or appointed Rotary assignment, and financial contributions to The Rotary Foundation or specific projects will not be considered.
RI President Barry Rassin, a member of the Rotary Club of East Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas, is asking Rotarians to Be the Inspiration this Rotary year. In addressing the closing session of the 2018 Convention in Toronto, Rassin encouraged Rotarians to take the time to understand the real needs of their communities by talking to people in those communities, and to become agents of change through leading by example. Read more about Rotary’s 2018-19 president in The Rotarian.
Our club has been participating in Rotary Youth Exchange for a long time. I'm not sure exactly how long we have been involved. I joined the club on 2-14-14. Shortly after that, at my first district conference, I told Toni Pabon that I would help her out temporarily while she looked for someone else to take her place as YEC. Needless to say, I fell in love with Youth Exchange and have been doing it ever since.
Please let me know of any events or special situations in our fellow Rotarians' lives where a card, flowers, or a plant would be appropriate for their situation.
District 6250 is committed to creating and maintaining the safest possible environment for all participants in Rotary activities. It is the duty of all Rotarians; spouses, or partners of Rotarians; and any other volunteers to safeguard to the best of their ability the welfare of and to prevent the physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of children and youth with whom they come into contact. Entire Youth Protection Policy
If you are volunteering with youth (one-on-one)? Mentoring, Youth Exchange, RYLA, Academic Decathlon, High School Business Plans, Etc... You must have an annual background check completed. This only applies if you are working with youth one-on-one. If you are in a group more than 2 people, you don't need a background check. CLICK HERE for details.
