Page 2 - Enews June 2020 Edition

DGE Jackie’s Message 1st VDGE Anthony’s Message

.Dear Lions and Leos
Lions and Leos:
As this Lionistic Year draws to
a close, I must congratulate
our District Governor Deborah At this time many of us are adapting
Harrison and her cabinet for to the “new normal.” We are all
their dedication and commitment to leaving District 20-K1 performing in a new and challenging environment where safety is
“second to none”. our prime concern. We are providing virtual practical services to
support the needs of First Responders and other essential providers
Especially during the last few months when Brooklyn and in our community.
Queens were overwhelmed with the unprecedented distresses
of COVID-19, the leadership team developed pioneering strate- Special thanks to our Lions and Leos who donned masks and
gies for the survival of Lionism with community visibility. It gloves, practiced social distancing and proceeded to provide nec-
was not an easy task to preside over so many clubs whose essary assistance to vulnerable groups of people. Despite the chal-
members and families were stricken or fatally affected by this lenges of these difficult times, they did not waver from the com-
horrific virus. With teams of courageous Lions, community mitment to serve our communities.
service projects targeted vulnerable groups of First Responders
and economically underserved populations and quarantined Though we are physically apart we realize that we are not alone.
neighbors. This 2019 - 2020 team must be applauded. We are part of the District team. We recognize that these unique
challenges also offer creative opportunities to aid and serve those
I thank you, the Lions and Leos of this acclaimed District, for individuals and organizations in our community who are adversely
the opportunity to serve with this administration as Vice Dis- impacted. Despite the unpredictability of this situation, we contin-
trict Governor. Currently, I am engaged in the final training ue to identify where more help is needed and develop creative
and orientation sessions before I am installed as District Gover- responses to provide service and support.
nor. My management techniques have been sharpened, my I note that June is National Safety Month and a recent message
vision for 2020 - 2021 is clear and the various teams are ready (May 23, 2020) from our International President Dr. Jung-Yul
to accept their responsibilities. All is ready for a seamless tran- Choi encourages continued “focus on the health and safety of our
sition! Although there are still more unanswerable health and families, friends, and neighbors.” This includes being alert to our
safety questions, we will adapt and adjust as necessary to the personal health conditions and experiences, and remain aware
‘new normal” concerning those working or serving around us. In addition to
mental and physical exercise (to the extent possible), self-
At the same time, I must caution you that careful consideration protection can also include eating properly (well balanced meals),
must be given before any member is dropped. If there is abso- and such practices as yoga exercises and meditation (walking is
lutely no other option, I seriously urge you to find a replace- also beneficial).
ment.
As has been stated, we will see this through. We will face and
I look forward to a productive tenure. With God’s Grace and overcome the unique challenges together. We miss our normal
your support, we face the future with bold determination that connections, yes, but we will persevere, and continue serving in
all will work well together. We will continue to serve the dis- the “new normal.”
advantaged communities with kindness.
Lion Anthony Cochran
st
1 VDGE
Yours in Lionism,
Lion Jacqueline Phillips, District 20-K1
District Governor Elect.

20-K1 in the house with VP Doug-
las X. Alexander ( front center),
DG Deborah Harrison ( extreme
rightist), PID Robert “Bob” Libin
( front row, second from left) and
DGE Jacqueline Phillips ( second
row, second from left standing)