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MAY 2020
Launched November 2014
Volume VII, No. 5
The Kings & Queens

Of the Empire State: E-News

The Kings & Queens

GOING THE DISTANCE

WITH TRADITION, INTEGRITY AND EXCELLENT SERVICE
CONGRATULATIONS
COUNCIL CHAIR ELECT, DEBORAH HARRISON!

who believe that COVID -19 follow the guidelines and share In this climate of emergency,
does NOT have the final word! with others, those precaution- Lions are needed to serve this
We value our commitment and ary messages as directed by susceptible group of medics.
at the appointed time, we will the CDC and other medical
bring life back into our commu- experts to help to curb the re- I appeal to the Lions and Leos of
nity. We will be more lion- lentless surge of infections. 20-K1! Let us convene virtual
hearted with a deeper apprecia- Preventative actions include meetings and brainstorm strate-
Dear Lions and Leos, tion of the meaning of volun- washing your hands frequently gies to help in this emergency!
teering to serve our vulnerable and thoroughly, eating healthily, (Check the I-TECH pages for
As of this writing, New York neighbors. Our nation has exercising and staying vigilant suggestions about telephone and
has been declared the center been humbled and as individu- about the identified symptoms. video conferencing).
If you feel unwell, (especially
als, we have been impacted
Donations to LCIF are strongly
of the pandemic in the United with high anxiety, restlessness, those with respiratory issues suggested.
States. As a result, the dy- social distancing and economic and others who comprise that
namics of our social relations upheavals.. vulnerable group), please con- In the meantime, we WILL walk
as a family of Lions have sult your health care provider in faith, confident that we WILL
changed. Our purpose to It is with a heavy heart that I without delay. Check on the get through this season. We will
provide supplementary ser- share the dispiriting news that elderly and those who live pray a speedy recovery for those
who are sick due to this Pan-
alone. I suggest that we take
already, several of our District
vices to the underserved and 20-K1 brothers and sisters the “lemons” of this affliction demic.. We will pray for contin-
under-privileged in our com- have succumbed to this indis- and make “lemonade” by re- ued strength and courage for
munities, has been dramati- criminate foe. Others are evaluating the value of our rela- those persevering First Re-
cally compromised. As your mourning the loss of family tionships with self as Lions, and sponders and Caregivers. We
District Governor, I know that members, colleagues and with the needy among us. Posi- will pray for wisdom for our civic
District 20-K1 houses a pride friends. Regardless of our eth- tive changes will be reflected in leaders and Medical Profession-
als who conduct research and
nicity or religious faith, let us
renewed compassion for oth-
of stouthearted Lions gather virtually to honor the ers. “Where There’s A Need, make health and welfare deci-
memory and service of those There’s A Lion”. Especially sions. We will support each other
we have lost from our 20-K1 during this season, I appeal to as we wait in the knowledge that
Inside this issue: Lion family. As a collective you for support of LCIF. With “joy will come in the morning,”
pride of Lions and Leos, let us every news bulletin, the need despite today’s challenges.
Touching Lives 10 pray for blessings of God’s becomes more catastrophic as
peace, comfort and healing for the aggression indiscriminately May we stay healthy in mind,
Mindful Mid-Winter 20 the bereaved families and sup- pursues every community. body and spirit, free from fear
port for each other. and panic.
Nuestra Connection 28 International, State and Local
Meantime, we are resilient! We Conventions have been can- “Kindness Matters!!” Contact
Leo Zone 29 have faith and hope that District celled and we have been ad- me, if you have a need. “We
20-K1 WILL bounce back! vised to “Shelter in Place”. But Serve!”
Lions Day at the UN 32 on the outside, our First Re-
At the same time, I am con- sponders and Health Care Pro- Yours in Service,
Spring Fling Stories 37 cerned about the sustainability viders in hospitals are suffering Lion Deborah Harrison,
of your health and safety. It is from privation of necessary District Governor / Council Chair Elect
Good & Welfare 49 critical that together, we fight protective equipment, clothing
this invisible enemy. We will and other precautionary gear.