President Jay Einstein welcomed everyone to the meeting.
Notes Taken By: Alicia Fichera
Pledge: Steve Plevins
4-Way Test: Denise Jackson
Prayer: Pastor Heather Sugden
Announcements
President Jay Einstein opened the meeting with a friendly reminder to please pay your invoices!
Ted Laury spoke about his trip on August 22nd where he rode his bike from Portland, Oregon to Portland, Maine. This was roughly 3,800 miles in total.
Caitlin Terry spoke about her trip to North Carolina. She works with Hydromissions International and is also on contract with Samaritans Purse as a Disaster Response Engineer. She was part of the "first wave" which means going in right away and her goal was water. She was tasked with meeting with local officials to setup water treatment systems in hard hit communities. Caitlin mentioned amidst all of the devastations, it was uplifting to see how much everyone cares as she witnessed the truckloads of supplies coming in while she was there. Jay mentioned that Vineland Rotary also sent a check for $500 to help with this cause.
Gail Marino welcomed today's guest, Suzanne Martinelli to the meeting. This is her second visit.
Steve Plevins reminded everyone of the Vineland Turkey Drive.
Alicia Fichera reminded everyone of the Pedals for Progress event this Saturday, October 19th. Alicia explained briefly what P4P is all about to today's guests. Sherry Soutiere reminded us that the blue cans on the tables will benefit Pedals for Progress for the month of October.
Donna Perez mentioned that there is early voting available for this year's election.
Donna also spoke about this year's Vocational Service Award recipient. Please join us as we present Ryan Briggs with his award on November 12, 2024 at our lunch meeting.
Karen Bauman reminded everyone of the True Crime Siloam Cemetary fellowship event next Friday, October 25th. There is a recommended $10 donation by the host, Vineland Historical Society. Karen alsoreminded us of the Holiday Dinner which will take place on December 10th at the Savoy. More details to follow.
Joe O'Rourke reminded everyone to save the dates- February 1st will be the Century of Service Gala event! Joe mentioned the theme is "Denim and Diamonds"! The Sensational Soul Cruisers will be performing at this event! We also have our Rotary Jingle Run which will be December 7th! See our website or visit: www.jinglerun.com for more information or to register for the run. If you are not a runner, Joe encourages you to still donate or participate in the fun run and walk which is only 1 mile.
Jay mentioned that Josie Spinelli was under the weather and please continue to keep her in your prayers.
Everyone sang Happy Birthday to Donna Bennett (10/2) and Josie Neill (10/8).
Our guest speaker was Jason Parmer, Teaching Pastor at Faith Bible Church. Originally from Lancaster, PA, Jason moved to Vineland in 2004 and has been serving at Faith Bible Church, where he also lives on-site. Ten years ago, he joined the Chaplaincy Program with the Vineland Police Department, a team of six pastors who work closely with the community through ride-alongs and counseling sessions. Jason feels privileged to have this opportunity to connect with and support the local community.
In addition, Jason mentors juveniles ages 10 to 17. He offers counseling, meets with their families, and guides them through community service as part of an intervention program designed to prevent charges after they commit minor offenses. Many of these young people go on to get involved in youth groups and food pantries.
One of the most challenging aspects of Jason's work is meeting with families after traumatic events. Through what they call the "Power of Presence," he provides emotional support and prayer, ensuring these individuals don’t face such difficult times alone.
You can reach Jason at jason@faithbible.orgor visit the Faith Bible Church website at: http://www.faithbible.org
3139 E. Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08361 • 856-691-3460
Dr. Alan L. Burkhardt, Compass Academy Charter School, Sponsor- Gail Marino
Rachel Seaman, TD Bank N.A., Sponsor- Denise Jackson
Proposed New Members:
Suzanne Martinelli, NJ Health Hospice and Palliative Care, Sponsor- Gail Marino
Additional Notes:
Suzanne Bogan Martinelli has been proposed for membership by sponsor Gail Marino. Suzanne is the CEO of NJ Health Hospice and Palliative Care in Vineland. She is a resident of Wilmington, Delaware.
Trial Membership – 60-day trial membership. During the Trial, potential members are not responsible for dues, would pay for lunch or other events they attend. Once they decide to commit to membership, they would follow the new Rotarian process.
Regular meetings changed from weekly to “a time and location to be determined by the Board.”
Members must attend at least one regular meeting, Board added: service project or fellowship event per quarter to be considered an active member in good standing.
Quorum is one-third of the membership shall constitute a quorum.
BOD approved Bylaws with changes to be presented for membership vote. Need to post to membership two weeks prior to a vote.
Reminder: A vote to approve the revised Rotary Club of Vineland Bylaws will be taken at the October 29, 2024, lunch meeting. A quorum of 25 voting Rotarians is necessary to approve the Bylaws. The vote must be in-person and Honorary/Alternate Business members donot have voting rights. All Rotarians are encouraged to attend.
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