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GOVERNOR’S MESSAGE
2007/2008
CHALLENGE TO CHANGE
THIS IS INTERNATONAL
PRESIDENT AMARASUIYA’S
THEME FOR THIS YEAR
As governor I believe that
change is needed to encourage young people to join Lions, and then to take
office. We as Lions must adjust to the new pace, and technology of the day.
What has worked in the past is not necessarily working today. As we make
changes, we must not forget our long standing members. The next few years will
be a balancing act between, the new and the old ways. I know that the Lions
will meet this challenge.
Continuing On From Last Years
International President Jimmy Ross’s Program (We Serve), President Amarasuiya
Has Announced No New Programs This Year. The Focus Is Still On The Lion First,
Then The Club, District, Multiple District, And Last But Not Least Lions
International. This Means That The Clubs Must Be Changed To Fit Their Members
Needs And Wants, Not The Lions Changed To Fit The Clubs Needs.
This is the last year of
Campaign Sight First II. We all know that money is tight. Therefore what is
being asked, is “if” a club has money available, to please give to this
Campaign. We all joined to help, and this is a way to help those less
fortunate.
Please stop and take a moment
to think that a 5 cent pill can stop river blindness, and for the price of a
coffee, vision can be restored. It is in our grasp to put an end to river
blindness once and for all. Your donations will help make this possible and in
doing this you and your fellow Lions will spread The Magic Of Lionism around the
world making us truly Knights Of The Blind so please donate if you can .
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
I’m
the Lions Pin
I’ve witnessed excitement,
sadness and happiness. I’ve been with my wearer as eyes of the deceased Lions
were removed for deposit in the eye bank. I was there, too, when I watched as
the hungry were fed and the destitute were cared for.
I’ve seen the leader dogs
instill in a blind person a new kind of confidents as they move about their
sightless world.
I’ve heard the heart of the
mentally challenged pounding with joy when Lions visited with them. I’ve seen
and heard the laughter of the children in playgrounds enjoying recreational
facilities and leadership provided by Lions.
Yes, I’ve traveled all over
the world and can recall thousands of incidents diverted from sadness to
gladness because those who wear me made it so.
I am a symbol of service to
the world.
If I could really talk, I’d be
too filled with emotional pride to say more than “Thank You And May God Bless
You And Protect You.”
Please
remember your Lions Pin and wear it with pride
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