People don’t buy what you do but why you do it. Understanding, defining and starting with your why increases community / whanau engagement and aligns to the decision making pathways.
How do we understand the practicalities of the decision; this at times gives an emotive response to the decision. There is no language capacity and communicates solely at an emotional level.
Providing a positive response of this nature is a key decision making factor, it has a greater share in the decision making process. It means that there is a greater opportunity for engagement. Any time you have weighed the factors, done the math and still decided “it just doesn’t feel right”, this is a natural response that can create a decision.
I listened last Friday to Gary giving a eulogy st Nigel's funeral and speaking of Rotary. In his eloquent way he described “service above self”. This attitude is merely a reflection as to why you are involved in Rotary.
As was expected, there was a very large turn-out to farewell Nigel on Friday October 19th at Eden Park. Rotary St. Johns was well represented by a large number of members and partners and Gary did us proud speaking at the funeral. We very much look forward to seeing Helen back at Rotary when the time is right.
A relatively small gathering on the 18th with only 24 members and two visitors including Past President Bruce Hancock - good to see you back in Auckland Bruce and thanks for coming along to our weekly meeting.
Another new member - Pagutharavin Manimaran, originally from India, was inducted at this meeting. Introduced to the club by Roger, Pagutharavin, who spoke briefly, acknowledged his delight in joining our club and shared with us that he is looking forward to serving the community via the opportunities presented via St. Johns Rotary. He will have plenty of opportunities to do this as he will join Miles Community Team.
Our Guest Speaker, Julie Chapman , CEO and co-founder of Kids Can, was introduced by Robyn to the members. KidsCan provides Kiwi kids in need with food, clothing and health items at school, so they can get into the classroom in a position to learn. KidsCan does this because they believe that education equals opportunity, and all children, regardless of their social economic background should have an equal chance.
KidsCan started 13 years ago with 40 schools on their books - today they have 732 schools and shortly that will increase to 742. They provide lunches to over 30,000 kiwi kids every day. They have a budget of $8m per anum, with 80% of this going straight back to the kids, (the remaining 20% covers actual operational and logistical costs). The required funding includes $350k from the Government with the balance coming via fund raising and donations.
How can you help? If you are interested in supporting this cause by donating, volunteering or partnering - checkout their website for details. https://www.kidscan.org.nz/
Next Club Meeting - Off-site Breakfast Meeting - Edmund Hillary Village 7.00 am, October 25th:
Apart from having this opportunity to learn more about the Edmund Hillary Village and what it has to offer, we will also hear more from Professor Steve Howie regarding the Cure Kids "Fiji Oxygen Project". Note - breakfast will be provided by the Village (thank you very much). However, the normal breakfast cost will be invoiced to all attendees, with the collected amount being passed on as a donation from St. Johns Rotary to the Fiji Oxygen Project.
Remember to go directly to Edmund Hillary Village. The entrance to the Village is on Abbotts Way, just past the AA on the corner of Lunn Ave. There will be plenty of parking at the front entrance and look for "reception" sign. However both Michelle and Annie will be there to show you the way. Do not go to the Golf Club!!
Club Film Night, in conjunction with Auckland East, November 12th:
In aid of Polio Eradication!
Movie - BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY
Berkley Theatre Mission Bay
6.30 pm 12th November. (Movie will commence at 6.45 pm)
Tickets are selling well, but to ensure success for this wonderful Rotary International cause, we need to sell all tickets. Please be sure to get your tickets asap.
$20 per ticket - contact Penny pennymcg@kinect.co.nz, or gavinandsuegilmer@gmail.com for tickets.
Raffle: To boost the fund raising at this event, we will also be selling raffle tickets on the night. We are looking for donations to include in the baskets to be raffled - donations of any suitable, "quality", food or drink items to be included in the goody basket will be most welcome. Please bring items to Rotary Meetings on November 1st or 8th.
The Board and the St. Johns Fellowship team would love to see a large group of St John's members attending next year's District Conference. The theme for the conference is "Keep Rotary Real". Please mark in your diaries now and don't delay registering to ensure you receive the "Early Bird" discount - space is limited:
Including the Conference, other activities to join in on are:
District Governor’s Golf Tournament
Art Deco Walking Tour
An Art Deco vintage car driving tour
Hawkes Bay Farmers Market in Hastings on Sunday morning
Bike winery tour
Wine tastings at the Conference venue
Registrations are now open! Please "Read More" for links to Registration.
If you are interested in attending, please also advise Michelle Forman - Email: mertie.forman@gmail.com
A tentative date of February 11th has now been secured. If you are interested in joining the visit to this very special place, sit tight and Peter B will be back in touch shortly with confirmation of date and costs.
Have you seen? Have you got the Rotary Banners? Once again the Banners have taken on a life of their own and they are fending off all attempts to round them up?
Full amnesty in place - if you have, or have seen any of these recently we would love to hear from you! Many thanks.
Did you join Rotary to do good things in the community?
You can help or join in all projects (whatever the committee), just contact the committee director and/or project team leader. In most cases, you can include family and friends.
Another new member - Pagutharavin Manimaran, originally from India, was inducted at this meeting. Introduced to the club by Roger, Pagutharavin, who spoke briefly, acknowledged his delight in joining our club and shared with us that he is looking forward to serving the community via the opportunities presented via St. Johns Rotary. He will have plenty of opportunities to do this as he will join Miles Community Team. 
Our Guest Speaker, Julie Chapman , CEO and co-founder of Kids Can, was introduced by Robyn to the members. KidsCan provides Kiwi kids in need with food, clothing and health items at school, so they can get into the classroom in a position to learn. KidsCan does this because they believe that education equals opportunity, and all children, regardless of their social economic background should have an equal chance.
Next Club Meeting - Off-site Breakfast Meeting - Edmund Hillary Village 7.00 am, October 25th:
The Board and the St. Johns Fellowship team would love to see a large group of St John's members attending next year's District Conference. The theme for the conference is "Keep Rotary Real". Please mark in your diaries now and don't delay registering to ensure you receive the "Early Bird" discount - space is limited:
A tentative date of February 11th has now been secured. If you are interested in joining the visit to this very special place, sit tight and Peter B will be back in touch shortly with confirmation of date and costs.
Have you seen? Have you got the Rotary Banners? Once again the Banners have taken on a life of their own and they are fending off all attempts to round them up?