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Kings & Queens Kings & Queens Volume V11, No. 2
1st. VDG Anthony’s Message 2nd VDG Ingrid’s Message
Greetings, Lions and Leos. My Fellow Lions and Leos,
We are well into the Lionistic year As we continue to serve with kind-
and growing through unity, training ness through diversity let us do so
and service on our Lionistic journey. safely and within the health guide-
We are continuing to search for new lines. This new norm forces us out
service opportunities and enhance our of our comfort zone and in some
support for our communities. To our instances, redefines our approach
credit, though slowed a bit, our activi- to serving others. But our purpose
ties have not been stopped by the must remain the same. Our services
limitations imposed by Covid - 19. are needed now more than ever
because this pandemic has threatened the economic existence
During this time in our journey, let us
probe for opportunities to continue to of many residents in our city. We need to care and share in
this harvest season.
advance club growth and member development. We know that
club membership growth will help our continued success, by Let us remember why we joined the world’s largest service
providing additional manpower and resources to get the job
done. We know that member development includes training organization and continue to embrace the challenges we face
along the way. If we see the challenges as obstacles, then the
our current officers and providing club / service activities for challenges become problems. Let us view them as new op-
inclusive participation, especially by new members. “More portunities and as stepping stones to greater possibilities that
hands make light work.” Clubs should also continue to provide were never on our radar! We need to draw on “tried-and-
thorough orientation and mentoring for their new members. tested” experiences and hold onto what works. We should
More senior members can also benefit from re-orientation introduce new thinking and approaches where feasible and
activities.
discontinue those that are currently not relevant.
To support continued positive membership stability, I encour-
age clubs to present meaningful, interesting projects that are We have a kaleidoscope of Lions, different in so many ways
informational, entertaining and add to members’ satisfaction. like this season of autumn with its various shades of color.
Some may choose to see diversity as an obstacle - dividing
Ongoing training and options for leadership are also vital to rather than unifying. We see diversity as a stepping-stone.
club growth and the emergence of qualified leadership among We focus on the individual’s strengths and use that energy
new and senior members. I encourage you to expand your use and aptitude within our clubs to improve the services we
of social media and become familiar with the guidelines of provide to the community. We are so fortunate to have Lions
proper protocol. that enhance our vision with their special talents and skills
I must remind you that your safety and wellbeing are as much that they willingly and passionately contribute to projects.
a priority as the community that we serve. Be mindful of the
sanitation protocols as you selflessly answer the call to serve Attitude in leadership is essential in facing the new norm
those in need. Let us recognize that we are blessed to be able with the right mindset. As leaders we have to be forward
to serve humanity with our resources of time and talents. Let thinking and be able to imagine what could be. We create a
us continue to expand our vision for the future of District 20- vision of a better future for our team by planting seeds of
K1 by driving membership growth and continuing to serve hope. It is not enough to have a vision of the future. You
safely, with kindness, humility and love. must inspire your team by building a good relationship, com-
municating more with your Lions and having an open mind.
Lions are strong and they persevere. Let’s continue on the Relationships and trust work both ways. Not only do you
“Path to Excellence,” leading, serving and increasing visibility want others to trust you, but you also need to trust others that
in our communities. they can get the task done. This will give you the confidence
to empower your team towards a shared vision that is em-
braced by all members. The task will be successfully accom-
Lion Anthony Cochran, plished and everyone will benefit from the harvest.
st
1 Vice District Governor The seasonal change of autumn teaches us that we must adapt
to this new norm and embrace the beginning of a new order
by probing diverse ways to serve with kindness, humility, and
love.
Lion Ingrid Andrews-Campbell, PMJF
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2 Vice District Governor