LIONS CLUB OF
ROCHEDALE SPRINGWOOD INC.

 President: Bob Devere

Secretary: Marilyn Handy

Gold Lion Symbol

 

MEETING PLACE, DATES AND TIME

Club Rochedale, Rochedale  Rovers Soccer Club
Underwood Rd, ROCHEDALE
2nd and 4th Tuesday 6:30 for 7:00p.m.
Lions Sharing the Vision of Service – Vision – Variety - Value
 
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WHAT IS LIONISM?
WE ARE NOT A POLITICAL ORGANIZATION, yet among our members will be found leaders of all political parties and factions.
WE ARE NOT A SOCIAL CLUB, yet we are directed to take an active interest in the social welfare of our various communities.
WE ARE NOT A YOUTH ORGANIZATION, yet we participate in so many youth programs and   projects in this nation and abroad that it is hard to determine if the dog is wagging the tail or the tail is wagging the dog.
WE ARE NOT A WELFARE ORGANIZATION, yet over the years, in good times and bad, countless thousands of less fortunate people have been the recipients of the generosity of Lions.
WE ARE NOT A SPORTS OR RECREATIONAL AGENCY, yet thousands of our youth have been thrilled with Miss Personality, Youth of the Year, Youth Exchange, Statewide Deaf Camp, Youth Insearch programs and many other activities built around the training of the minds and bodies of our youth, both boys and girls.
WE ARE NOT A RELIGIOUS BODY, yet the precepts we live by are familiar to the doctrines of the world´s spiritual bodies.
WE ARE NOT A MEDICAL OR HEALTH ORGANIZATION, yet our clubs have performed miracles in this wide panorama of community and individual service.
WE ARE NOT AN EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION, yet thousands of students are today in schools built by Lions and benefiting from Lions youth skills  programs and our International Peace Poster Contest.
WE ARE NOT A UNITED NATIONS, yet we are an instrument of peace.
Lionism, born while the world was aflame, has grown strong under the
nourishment of freedom and liberty.
Lions....
People Just like you!

 
As one of more than 1.4 million men and women active in more than 43,000 Lions clubs around the world.  Every Lion is dedicated to community service and improvement. Men and women who believe that by working together they will accomplish far more than would be possible as individuals.  People who cherish the fellowship of their own club, but who also feel a close kinship with Lions in over 180 countries and areas throughout the world.  People that are serious about their commitment to humanitarian service, but have fun along the way.
 
About Lions Clubs International
Founded in Chicago, Illinois, USA in 1917 by insurance agent Melvin Jones and others, Lions Clubs International has grown dramatically over the years. Lions are recognized worldwide for their services to the blind and the visually impaired. This service began when Helen Keller challenged the Lions to become her "knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness" during the association´s 1925 international convention. The association is both non-political and non-sectarian.
 

Lions motto is ... We Serve

 
 
The Name
The proper name of our organization is "The International Association of Lions Clubs." Many Lions, however, prefer to use the shorter form of "Lions Clubs International."
 
The Emblem
Throughout the world, Lions are recognized by the emblem they wear on their lapels. It consists of a gold letter "L" on a circular purple field. Bordering this is a circular gold area with two lion profiles at either side facing away from the centre. The word, "Lions" appears at the top, and "International" at the bottom. Symbolically the lions face both the past and the future - proud of the past and confident of the future. You should wear the emblem with pride.
 
The Motto
The motto of every Lion is simply "We Serve." What better way to express the true mission of Lionism?
 
The Slogan
The slogan of the association is "Liberty, Intelligence, Our Nations Safety," although our Club often prefers “ Living In Our Neighbours’ Service”.  
 
Official Colours
The royal colours of purple and gold were selected as the official colour when the association was   organized in 1917. Purple stands for loyalty to friends and to one´s self, and for integrity of mind and heart. Gold symbolizes sincerity of purpose, liberty in judgment, purity in life and generosity in mind, heart and purse toward humanity.
  
Benefits of being a lion
  • You will make some of the best friends money can’t buy.
  • You will get enormous satisfaction helping those in need.
  • You will put something back into the community.
  • You will grow personally. You may learn new skills like public speaking, or learning to manage people or  complete projects.
  • You will be part of the worldwide community of Lions. Most places in the world you will find a group of friends waiting to be met.
  • You will be a member of a highly regarded Service Club
  • You will have a lot of FUN
 
Social & family involvement
  • Dinner Meetings are held 2nd & 4th Tuesdays each month. The two course meal prepared by our caterer costs $21. Often, there will be an interesting after dinner speaker.
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  • At times throughout the year we involve ourselves in Fundraising Projects such as our Christmas Raffle.
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  • Working bees could involve tree planting, mowing lawns or even constructing wheelchair ramps and paths.       
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  • Sometimes we even help each other out.
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  • We sometimes arrange to meet socially at a Theatre Night or a Progressive Dinner etc.
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  • Family and friends are made welcome at ALL functions.
 
Club structure & Projects
 
On an Annual basis we elect a new President, Secretary, and Treasurer. The 1st Vice President supervises the committees that concern themselves with Club Administration. The 2nd Vice President supervises the groups that develop service projects that spend our money while the 3rd Vice President oversees committees that work on raising funds.
 
Each year sees our members involved in our Letters to Santa project, the Youth of the Year Quest, assisting at local schools on their Fete days, and selling Lions Mints and Lions Christmas Cakes.
 
Some members have sent their children overseas to other Lions Clubs through the Lions Youth Exchange.
 
Our Club established bus shelters throughout Rochedale and Springwood, built the shelter and play equipment in  Belmore Park, planted all the trees on the footpaths in Rochedale, established the Springwood Ambulance, put wheelchairs and specialised equipment in schools and special schools, sent a young man to compete in the  para-olympics, constructed concrete paths and donated special  equipment to children who were deaf, blind or  physically disadvantaged.
 
The list goes on and will continue while we continue to respond to the Lions International Mission Statement –  To CREATE and FOSTER a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international co-operation.

LIONS

…...are members of the world’s largest and most active service club with more than 1.4 million members, in 42 000 clubs in over 180 countries and geographical areas.
In Australia, have 30 000 members – men and women – in 1400 clubs.
 
Are actively involved in a wide range of community activities, giving help to the young and the elderly, the disabled and the disadvantaged – locally, nationally, and internationally.
 
Established and operate Australia’s only training facility for hearing dogs for the deaf
 
Meet twice a month for fellowship and business, often with interesting and informative speakers on a range of topics.
 
 
One last reason why you should join our club –
 
We need people who are energetic and enthusiastic and prepared to put some effort into delivering the ever expanding range of social, service, and charity activities we are involved in. If you would like to be part of one of the greatest service clubs around call our Club Secretary now.
 
Dinner Meeting Venue:
2nd & 4th Tuesdays 6.30 for 7.00pm
Club Rochedale, Underwood Rd. ROCHEDALE
 
Club Rochedale is in Underwood Park and is better known as
Rochedale Rovers Soccer Club.
Bob Devere :    Club President
For information please email :  rochedalespringwoodlc@yahoo.com.au
 
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PHONE: H. 3802 1307 (B) 3209 2999