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Call-To-Order Invocation National Anthem Rotarian‘s Pledge Introduction of Guests Recognition Time Announcements Committee Reports Secretary‘s Reminders President‘s Time Adjournment
Pres Raul Addatu Rtn Fr. Bong Bongayan Rtn Leslie Torres Rtn Charlie Duran Rtn Al Scalabrin PP Joe Baradi Visiting Rotarians Various Committees PE/Sec Paul Angel Galang Pres Raul Addatu Pres Raul Addatu
Rtn Abet Abesames Night Chairperson
Next Week’s Programme 3rd RCLH Regular Meeting
JULY START OF NEW ROTARY YEAR INVOCATION Tonight as we conduct our 2nd Rotary meeting in the new Rotary Year, we cannot help but be reminded of our innumerable blessings, blessings which we all too often take for granted when we do so little to deserve them. We should be especially thankful for the many opportunities available to each of us, among them being privileged to belong to a Rotary Club. Grant now, as we complete this day, to seek consciously to do Your will and help us to fulfill the ideals and responsibilities You have given Rotarians the world over. To You we pray, Amen
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Quote of the Week Call-To-Order Invocation National Anthem Rotarian‘s Pledge Introduction of Guests Recognition Time Announcements Committee Reports Secretary‘s Reminders President‘s Time Adjournment
Pres Raul Addatu Rtn Jess Coz Rtn Grace Barzabal Rtn JP Ferrer PP Rose Imperrial PP Piolo Catabijan Visiting Rotarians Various Committees PE/Sec Paul Angel Galang Pres Raul Addatu Pres Raul Addatu
―A Rotary club gives us an opportunity that no social, political, or specialized business club can do. It is strong on the human side; it stands for the individual, unfetters him, appeals to his originality, brings out his latent powers, and puts him at his best by extending him the full measure of his confidence and appealing to the best that is in him — 'service not self..‖ – PRIP Glen C. Mead RY 2012-13
PP Tony Lazaro Night Chairperson
Inside. . . President‘s Corner Secretary‘s Report From the Editor Rotary‘s Historic Moments Back to the Basics RI /D3780 Updates st Matthews begins term as 1 woman VP st Nan McCreadie to serve as 1 woman pres Pride- A Leader‘s Greatest Problem Photo Section District/Club Activities/Schedules Rotarian‘s Pledge Humor / Knowledge Section A better world is possible Mail Corner Stop Procrastinating Pride- A Leader‘s Greatest Problem, Cont. Rotary / RCLH Hymns PHF/Sister, Daughter Clubs/Honorary Roster of Members
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Presidents’s Corner President Raul “Dean” Addatu RY 2013 – 2014 The 1st Regular Club Meeting was well attended probably because more members are available on a THURSDAY rather than a MONDAY schedule. I am confident too that other members of this great club will attend regular meetings so that they will be informed and updated on our current and future programs and projects and actively participate in its implementation. Initially, I prepared and distributed a copy of the club activities for the month of JULY 2013 and infused programs of the District for the same month. I will be providing a list of activities on a monthly basis so that all members will be guided properly and adjust other personal schedules. The group of Ms. Mely Villanueva and the Students of Child Development and Education of Mirriam College who serve CHEERS as Teachers attended the meeting. This group has been our PartnerIn-Service for fifteen (15) years now. They presented the current state of CHEERS and they gave a list of needed materials, supplies, provision of food and drinks every Saturday during classes and the repairs and maintenance of facilities. Prior to the regular meeting on July 4, 2013, PP Joe Baradi and Spouse Dr. Anne Baradi and I visited CHEERS on June 29, 2013 during the Registration of Students for Academic Year 2013-2014. We really saw the need to maintain a good environment so that these students will have a better place for learning. Thus, with the benevolence of our fellow Rotarians, they sincerely committed to contribute their share to raise the needed funds for the acquisition of supplies and materials. RCLH immediately donated a brand new electric fan for ventilation. At 8:00AM on July 6, 2013, some members attended the Parent‘s Orientation Day and I was tasked to deliver the opening remarks. Immediately after the orientation, we proceeded to the covered court of Barangay Loyola Heights where we held our Children‘s Party of CHEERS. PE Paul Galang provided the balloons, PP Mace Maglaya brought seventy (70) LOOT BAGS containing different toys while I was assigned to order one hundred (100) spaghetti from Jollibee. To augment the food for the Kids, PNN Gigoy Umali brought one hundred (100) hotdogs. And to respond immediately to the financial needs of CHEERS, IPP Morris Agoncillo handed in P2,700 to the teachers so that they can already purchase the school supplies for use by students just in time for the opening of classes on July 13, 2013. PP Raymund Catabijan will also deliver the IBONG ADARNA books before the start of their classes. Other RCLH members who manifested their support for CHEERS. Projects were: PP Lyn Nakpil, PNNN Rey San Gabriel and Rtn. Louie Zapata. The Children‘s Party ended at 10:30am. At 1:00pm, the same day we started repainting the tables and seventy (70) chairs, with colors blue and green paints. Repainting was completed at around 5:00 pm. PP Joe Baradi supervised this activity. After the CHEERS activities, I have to rush to QC Sports Club and join PE Paul Galang, PP Nitoy Velasco, PP Jesse Tanchanco, PDG Jess Cifra, PN Gigoy Umali, PP Beth Constantino and PN Kon Constantino for the MEMBERSHIP SUMMIT. I was able to attend half day of the Seminar and during the interactive breakout session, I was tasked by the moderator to share the best practices of our great Club so that other club leaders can benchmark on. I can‘t really deny the fact that RCLH is the NO.1 Club in District 3780. That any member of our club attending any district activity is looked upon as MOST OUTSTANDING in virtually all aspects of Rotary activities. Governor Francis Rivera and Governor Oyan Villanueva (who took pictures while doing my presentation), listened to my discussion regarding the success of our Club. In the evening of the same day, PP Jesse Tanchanco, PP Joe Baradi, PP Nitoy Velasco and I had a simple fellowship at Bahay Ligaya in Katipunan. We celebrated the success of the day‘s affairs and brainstormed on what‘s next best for our stakeholders who are the recipients of our meaningful work in Rotary. Fellow Rotarians, together we will ENGAGE ROTARY, CHANGE LIVES.
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Secretary’s Report Secretary/PE Paul Angel Galang July 4, 2013 WELCOME to ROTARY YEAR 2013-2014..... WELCOME to RCLH SILVER YEAR ! A very Impressive start of the Rotary Year for RCLH, Our 1st Regular meeting was indeed a blockbuster one. A total of 35 Rotarians attended our meeting last thursday. Pres Raul called the meeting to order at 8:05pm and appointed IPP and Chairman Morris Agoncillo to serve as the night chair. PP Rose Imperial lead us for the invocation while Rtn Francis Cabugon sang the Philippine Natl Anthem. Rtn Louie Zapanta recited the Rotarians Pledge. PP Joe Baradi introduced our guests from Miriam College headed by Ms Mely Villanueva and three other CHEERS student volunteers namely Trisha, Claudine and Autumn. They layed to us the programs and activities of CHEERS for this school year. They also discussed the budget needed for the school supplies and other operational expenses. IPP Morris Agoncillo then presented to them the Certificate of Appreciation for being a RCLH Partners in Service for RY 2012-2013. PNN Gigoy Umali recognized all rotarians present at this meeting. Likewise, he also recognized our birthday celebrators PP Beth Constantino and Spouse Liz Agoncillo. COMMITTEE REPORTS - Induction Committee : Chairman Morris presented the Induction Organizing Committee Chairs and Vice chairs. He also mentioned that the preparation for the induction is now in full swing. He also encourage all rotarians to submit their advertisement layout for our souvenir program asap. Registration Fee will be Php 1,500.00 per couple (Rotarians with their spouse) and Php 1,000.00 per individual rotarian to subsidize expenses . Membership Development Committee : Pres Raul introduced his 2 prospective members. Mr Karl Lidnika, a Taxi Cab Operator and Mr Jim Serato of the famous Jimm's Coffee products. They will be formally inducted during our Induction Ceremony together with Future Member Ruel Nicolas. Club Admin Committee : Treasurer Roger Chan reminded all rotarians to please settle their annual dues of Php 5,000.00. It can be paid thru installment basis. > TRF Committee : Chair PP Rose started her campaign for the TRF Annual Giving. She furthermore encourage all rotarians to contribute to TRF as early as today. PP Rose likewise recognized all RCLH Paul Harris Society members and officers who attended the district induction last June 30 wherein they where inducted and properly recognized on stage. SECRETARY'S REMINDERS - Sec Paul extended his utmost gratitude to all rotarians and spouses who attended our First Regular meeting. He will keep on sending reminders thru text and email at least two or a day before our meeting. Sec Paul reminded everyone on the upcoming district and club activities such as : CHEERS PARTY & Orientation of Parents on July 6 ; D3780 MEMBERSHIP SUMMIT on July 6 ; RCLH SILVER YEAR INDUCTION & GOVERNORS VISIT on July 22. PRESIDENTS TIME - Pres Raul thanked our guests from Miriam College for their dedicated support to CHEERS for all these years. He also welcomed all prospective members and promised to bring more new members. Pres Raul presented also the Club's Calendar of Activities for July. He encourage everyone to actively participate in these activities. He adjourned the meeting at 9:10 pm. Fellowship follows with a Dance Practice for our Club Induction's presentation. Thank you and See you Next meeting!
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Which Are You ? Jesse Tanchanco Loyola Star Editor
For years psychologists have attempted to divide people into various categories. Sometimes an observant poet can do a better job. Ella Wheeler Wilcox did so in the following poem entitles ―Which Are You.‖ :
There are two kinds of people on earth today; Just two kinds of people, no more, I say. Not the sinner and saint, for it's well understood, That the good are half-bad and the bad half-good. Not the rich and the poor, for to rate a man's wealth, You must first know the state of his conscience and health. Not the humble and proud, for in life's little span, Who puts on vain airs, is not counted a man. Not the happy and sad, for the swift flying years Bring each man his laughter and each man his tears. No; the two kinds of people on earth I mean, Are the people who lift, and the people who lean. Wherever you go, you will find the earth's masses, Are always divided in just these two classes. And oddly enough, you will find too, I ween, There's only one lifter to twenty who lean. In which class are you? Are you easing the load of over taxed lifters, who toil down the road? Or are you a leaner, who lets others share your portion of labour, and worry and care? Being Rotarians, which should identify ourselves with the ―Lifters‖ as being part of an organization whose motto is ―Service Above Self‖, we are expected by most to be able to help the disabled, the sick, the uneducated, the hungry, the homeless and much more that you see all around us on a regular basis. Unfortunately, just like in any organization, there are those who are less committed and devoted to serve and help. Sometimes it is those who care less that prevents the group or Rotary Club for that matter to be the best it could possibly be. In any large organization, there will always be members who will carry the burden more than the others and again, it is quite unfortunate that they belong to the minority. How many will be active this year? Will it be the same people or will there be new ones whose turn it will be to shine for the greater good of the club, Rotary and those who depend on the generosity and selflessness of Rotarians ? We must continue to inspire and encourage our members to contribute more of their time, talent and treasure (If any). We must continue to look for quality members who can take over from those who have already proven their worth.
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Rotary’s Historic Moments History of Rotary in the Philippines In 1919, Leon J. Lambert wrote the president (John Poole) of the International Association of Rotary Clubs on the possibility of organizing Rotary in Manila. Roger D. Pineo (RC Seattle) was sent to Manila to help. . . and on June 1st of that year, the Rotary Club of Manila (with 38 members) became the first Rotary Club in Asia. The Rotary Club of Cebu was born in 1932, followed by the Rotary Club of Iloilo in 1933. The three clubs were called "non-district clubs" directly under the supervision of the R.I. President and Board of Directors. In 1936- R.I. District 81 was created for the 11 clubs in China and Hongkong, plus the 3 clubs in the Philippines, under District Governor Chengting T. Wong of Shanghai. The following year, District 81 became District 91 with D.G. Fong Sec of Shanghai as governor. The Rotary Club of Bacolod was added as the fourth club in the Philippines. 1938 saw the creation of District 81, this time for the Philippines with George A. Malcolm as Governor. . . three new clubs were chartered (Baguio, Dagupan and Davao). In 1940 – with Theodore L. Hall as governor – World War II broke out, and all the clubs in the Philippines were disbanded. The war ended in 1945 and the Rotary Club of Dagupan was re-admitted. . . followed by Manila, and the rest. District 81 was re-established with Theodore L. Hall as governor. In R.Y. 1946-47, Gil J. Puyat (RC Manila) was appointed first Filipino District Governor. The Rotary Club of Tarlac was the first NEW club admitted after the war. The practice electing governors was instituted . . . and Marianito F. Lichauco (RC Dagupan) became the first elected governor of the Philippine District. In 1950-51, District 81 became District 48 with Fernando Manalo (RC Baguio) as governor of 22 clubs and 834 Rotarians. . . And this was changed to District 385 under Governor Hernando Pineda (RC Cagayan de Oro) with 35 clubs and 1,300 Rotarians. The Rotary Year 1963-64 had Alfonso Oboza (RC Davao) as the last governor of the whole Philippines as one district. . . this was soon split into District 380 (Luzon, Mindoro and Palawan) and 385 (Visayas and Mindanao). District 380 had M.A.T Caparas (RC Caloocan), who, more than 20 years later became the first and only Filipino to serve as R.I. President, with 29 clubs, and District 385 (with 33 clubs) had Governor Leonardo Gallardo (RC Bacolod). Note: our story continues with only District 380 (parent district of 3790) . . . District 380 in 1976-77 had 80 clubs and about 3,000 Rotarians. The last governor of the district (covering Luzon) was Antonio P. Tambunting, for the next year the district was split again into 380 and 382. District 380 with Ernani V. Certeza as governor – covered all areas north of Pasig River (except the City of Manila). With 44 clubs and 1,400 Rotarians. District 380 was growing fast, so that in 1982-83 then District Governor Mar Un Ocampo III (RC Central Tarlac) started the groundwork for another split. This happened the following year by the creation of District 3780 (Covering the whole of Quezon City) with Jess Laxamana as the first governor and District 3790 (covering the Northwestern part of Luzon) with Carlos Santiago (RC Baguio) as the DG.
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How to make up a missed meeting A club member must attend or make up at least 50 percent of regular club meetings in each half of the year (though some clubs may have more stringent requirements). Any missed meetings must be made up within 14 days of a regular meeting. If traveling, club members are encouraged to visit clubs in the new area to make up a missed meeting. Check the Official Directory or use the Club Locator to get meeting and contact information. Be sure to call or e-mail before you show up for a meeting. What to do when you can't find a meeting Rotarians often wonder what to do if there‘s not a club where they travel or if an emergency causes them to miss a meeting. One option is to attend a regular meeting of a local Rotaract club, Interact club,Rotary Community Corps or Rotary Fellowship. Attending one of these meetings counts as a make-up. Another option is to participate in an interactive activity on a Rotary e-club website. Check with your club secretary and the e-club of interest to learn more. Find out more about e-clubs. Refer to the RI Bylaws to learn about other options for making up a missed meeting.
How I can I get my membership number? Club members have three ways to get their membership identification number: 1. Check the address label of your copy of The Rotarian or official Rotary regional magazine. The identification number appears directly above your name. 2. E-mail RI‘s Data Services Department , and ask to have this information faxed or mailed to you. 3. Ask your club president or secretary. Please note that RI prohibits giving membership identification numbers over the phone or email.
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ROTARY INTERNATIONAL / DISTRICT 3780
Be aware of scams targeting Rotarians
Several Rotarians have recently reported receiving fraudulent emails, including one with the subject line "Proposed Rotary Visit." It fraudulently claims to be from a Rotary club president in Nigeria asking for information to help coordinate exchanges or to partner on projects. Also be aware of Facebook pages or other websites using the Rotary logo without permission in order to solicit money and imply a relationship with Rotary. Other recent scams include:
Fraudulent emails with the subject line "Rotary Membership Update" that reports to be from Rotary International asking them to update their membership status for the 2013 year by clicking on the link supplied in the email. Please be aware that this is a phishing scam. Phishing is the criminally fraudulent act of attempting to acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, or credit card information by masquerading as a trusty source.
Several Rotarians have reported receiving a fraudulent email which reports to be from an Australian Rotarian stuck in London, England. The email claims the individual was robbed at gunpoint while on holiday and that she needs money to get home. Other Rotarians have reported receiving a similar email sent out in the name of a senior Rotary leader, a trustee of The Rotary Foundation, seeking money. The email claims that the individual is stuck at an airport with lost luggage and needs the cash to get home. Both emails are scams.
An email scam with the subject line "Award Winning Notification Final" has targeted Rotarians claiming that they are one of 21 winners of a promotional program.
An email scam targeting Rotarians and Rotaractors claims the recipient has won hundreds of thousands of euros through an international promotional program conducted by the "Euro-Millones Lottery."
An email scam with the subject line "Dear Award Beneficiary!!!" has targeted Rotarians claiming the recipient has won US$500,000 and two HP laptops from RI.
RI encourages Rotarians and Rotary clubs to avoid becoming victims of such scams by deleting any email that appears suspicious.
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Matthews begins term as first woman vice president Anne L. Matthews, a Rotarian from South Carolina, USA, began her term on 1 July as the first female vice president of Rotary International. Monika Lozinska/Rotary International
As Rotary clubs continue to promote diversity in their membership, Rotary is marking a milestone. Anne L. Matthews, a Rotarian from South Carolina, USA, began her term on 1 July as the first female vice president of Rotary International. ―Women have contributed significantly to Rotary initiatives, and will continue to do so,‖ says Matthews, who is also the first woman to serve as both a Rotary Foundation trustee and an RI director. ―No doubt, the unfortunate and sometimes misleading image of ‗an old boys‘ club‘ will be buried for good. ―Whether the job is done by a male or female is immaterial,‖ she adds. ―What is important is that the individual who serves is effective in that role. With that said, I am extremely proud to be the first woman vice president and am thankful for the California pioneers who pursued membership of women in Rotary.‖ A member of the Rotary Club of Columbia East, Matthews has served Rotary in numerous capacities. In addition to her service as trustee and director, she has been a regional Rotary Foundation coordinator, RI president‘s representative, lead seminar trainer for the International Assembly, Future Vision Committee member, RI training leader, and district governor. She is a recipient of Rotary‘s Service Above Self Award and The Rotary Foundation Citation for Meritorious Service and Distinguished Service Award. Matthews is a Rotary Foundation Benefactor, Bequest Society member, Major Donor, and Paul Harris Society member. She has a long and distinguished career outside Rotary as well. President of Matthews and Associates, an educational consulting firm, she has degrees in business, economics, and educational administration, including a doctorate from the University of South Carolina. She has served as a trustee of Coker College, on the Advisory Education Board of the National Federation of Independent Business, as president of the National Business Education Association, and as a member of the Southern Regional Education Board of Directors for High Schools That Work. She has also served on the board of the Center for Occupational Research and Development in Texas and the Commission on Occupational Education, a national accreditation agency, among others. She is a member of Leadership South Carolina. Matthews says she began attending Rotary club meetings in 1989, on the recommendation of her minister. It wasn‘t long before she became actively involved in her club. Her most satisfying moments, of which she says there have been many, include immunizing children against polio in India, digging wells in the Amazon jungle, and preparing food for the hungry. ―I feel especially peaceful when simply sharing stories and facts with Rotarians about the good Rotary is doing in pockets all over the world,‖ Matthews says. ―Seeing and hearing their reactions is particularly satisfying.‖
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Nan McCreadie to serve as first woman president of RIBI Nan McCreadie, a member of Rotary since 1997, is beginning her term as the first female president of Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland (RIBI).
In yet another sign of Rotary‘s growing diversity, Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland (RIBI), an organization formed in the 1910s, is poised to inaugurate its first woman president. Nan McCreadie, a member since 1997 of the Rotary Club of Feltham, Greater London, England, will be inaugurated on 6 July at an event in Twickenham Stoop Stadium. McCreadie has served as vice president of RIBI, chair of its Constitution Committee, president‘s representative, and district governor. She is a Bequest Society member. ―I am tremendously honored to be appointed RIBI‘s first female president, which I firmly believe is a reflection of how Rotary is moving with the times,‖ she says. ―We are currently undergoing a new stage in our development with more and more women and younger people wanting to join Rotary and help their local communities. So it is a really exciting time for me to be taking over and I am very much looking forward to my year in office.‖ McCreadie joined Rotary after receiving a letter during a membership drive and then attending a few meetings. ―I term myself a mail-order bride,‖ she quips. Her most satisfying moments include helping mentally and physically challenged children during RIBI‘s annual Kids Out event. ―We took a group of children to a local theme park,‖ she recalls. ―The little boy who traveled in my car was so pleased at what Rotary -- and I -- were doing for him. I felt terribly pleased.‖ She also has enjoyed serving as a sergeant-at-arms during RI conventions and as a training leader at the International Assembly, an annual training event for incoming leaders. Coincidentally, McCreadie‘s instructor when she was learning to be a training leader was Anne L. Matthews, who just became Rotary International‘s first female vice president. McCreadie believes the organization is making great strides in terms of diversity, and needs to continue doing so. ―We need to be more flexible,‖ she says. ―We also need to interest non Rotarians in some of our service projects, which might lead to them becoming interested in joining. Visibility is important, as well as working with other local, national, and international organizations.‖
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Pride - A Leader's Greatest Problem By Dr. John C. Maxwell
Pull a 10-dollar bill from your pocket, and you will see the face of Alexander Hamilton on the front. By merit of his accomplishments, Hamilton should be one of our greatest national heroes. Consider his contributions to America: • Revolutionary War hero • George Washington‘s chief of staff by age 22 • America‘s first Secretary of the Treasury • Co-author of The Federalist Papers • Creator of the Coast Guard • Designer of the nation‘s banking and finance system • Architect of a system of tax collection to bring revenue to the U.S. Government • Builder of the infrastructure for an industrial economy Yet, despite displaying the greatest blend of legal, political, and financial knowledge of the founding fathers, Hamilton does not rank among the foremost heroes of our country‘s history. Why? Pride. Hamilton‘s self-importance and inability to take an insult alienated those around him and sabotaged his career. His ego literally killed him. Far too vain to patch up differences with fellow politician, Aaron Burr, Hamilton was shot and killed by Burr in a duel at the age of 49. The Problems of Pride Pride Stops Us from Building a Team. Prideful leaders readily contract ―Superman Syndrome‖ and devalue the benefits of teamwork. They rely on their own prowess to solve problems and advance the organization. Blinded by their self-centeredness, arrogant leaders are unable to appreciate the strengths in others. Pride Renders Us Unteachable. Leaders who are assured they know everything don‘t bother about personal growth. Their ego convinces them that they have arrived, and they quit searching for life‘s lessons in the people and circumstances around them. Pride Closes Our Mind to Feedback. Pride deafens us to the advice or warnings of those around us. As Stephen Covey has said, ―It takes humility to seek feedback. It takes wisdom to understand it, analyze it, and appropriately act on it.‖ Without humility, we care about only one opinion—our own. Pride Prevents Us from Admitting Mistakes. The Duke of Wellington once haughtily drew himself up to his full height and thundered to one of his staff officers, ―God knows I have many faults, but being wrong is not one of them!‖ Pride won‘t allow for failure. The egotistical leader blames mistakes on others, justifies them as inevitable, or refuses to acknowledge them. Pride Keeps Us from Making Changes. Pride will cause leaders to pledge allegiance to the status quo rather than opening themselves to change; especially if the change alters a system they built. Since leaders have emotional equity in their own work, they will justify living with broken systems rather than changing them. Continued on Page 21
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The RCLH 1 regular meeting under First Class President Raul Addatu (and the new Thursday schedule) with guests from Miriam College CDE (RCLH partners in the CHEERS program). Two prospective members Karl Lidnika and Jim Serato also attended for the first time.
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82 Birthday celebration of Charter member Fr. Jess Fernandez who is also celebrating his 25 year as a Rotarian and member of the RCLH (at the QC Sports Club).
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CHEERS start of the new Rotary Year “Children’s Party” and re-painting of the classroom tables and chairs at Barangay Loyola Heights
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Recent Club Activities Accomplishments (March – July 2013)
Inducted new members Al Scalabrin and Jess Coz bringing total membership to 82 Attended Antipolo ―Harana‖ Graduation CHEERS Brookside Hosting of GSE team from D9700 Australia Attended Discon2013 Baguio City 1st Place in the club exhibits competition Sponsored 10 Rotaractors at the Rotaract Discon, Baguio City Conducted Pre-Planning for RY 2013-14 Sponsored 20 teachers to the ATTEST Training program Participated in the Della Strada Parish Medical / Dental mission Attended District Assembly Conducted Planning session and Fireside Chat Participated in the OLPP Fun Run Submitted District Grant application for RY 2013-14 Participated in the Brigada Eskwela Project Attended District awards night and won top club and individual awards Conducted Marriage Encounter Project Participated in record setting mural painting at Camp Aguinaldo Conducted Turnover Ceremonies Conducted Final board meeting Attended Disrict Induction Conducted Children‘s Party at CHEERS Conducted 1st regular meeting for EY 2013-14 Attended membership Summit
CALENDAR OF CLUB & DISTRICT ACTIVITIES (RY 2012 - 2013) DATE: July 13
PARTICULARS Disaster Awareness Seminar 1st Pre-PETS
July 22
RCLH 25th Induction & Governor‘s Visit
CELEBRRATIONS For the Month of JULY
BIRTHDAYS Beth Constantino
July 2
Veron Peralejo
July 9
Aeneid Jonathan Yu
July 13
Henry Coralejo
July 15
Tess Rabena
July 16
Morris Agoncillo
July 17
Nilo Rapista
July 27
Attendance Make-Up Certification This is to certify that Rtn _________________________ Attended the regular meeting of the Rotary Club of Loyola Heights RI District 3780, Quezon City On __________________ At _________________ Certified By: Paul Angel Galang Club Secretary, RY 2013-2014
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THE ROTARIANS PLEDGE I am a Rotarian I will always uphold the TRUTH.
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I am a Rotarian I will always strive to be FAIR in all my dealings with my Fellowmen. I am a Rotarian I will always endeavor to build GOODWILL and UNDERSTANDING in my community, among my countrymen and people of all nations. I am a Rotarian I will always seek to promote the greatest good for the greatest number of people in the spirit of ROTARY SERVICE. I am a Rotarian I will always uphold the Rotary International Motto, SERVICE ABOVE SELF.
Get Ready for the next RI Convention !
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TIPS N TRIVIA Unusual Uses for Coffee, Part 2 A woman gets on a bus with her baby. The bus driver says: ''Ugh, that's the ugliest baby I've ever seen!'' The woman walks to the rear of the bus and sits down, fuming. She says to a man next to her: ''The driver just insulted me!'' The man says: ''You go up there and tell him off. Go on, I'll hold your monkey for you.'' A young blonde woman is distraught because she fears her husband is having an affair, so she goes to a gun shop and buys a handgun. The next day she comes home to find her husband in bed with a beautiful redhead. She grabs the gun and holds it to her own head. The husband jumps out of bed, begging and pleading with her not to shoot herself. Hysterically the blonde responds to the husband, ''Shut up...you're next!'' 'My therapist says I have a preoccupation with vengeance. We'll see about that !� Another one was: Doc, I can't stop singing the 'Green Green Grass of Home'. He said: 'That sounds like Tom Jones syndrome'. 'Is it common?'I asked. 'It's not unusual' he replied
Repel ants Sprinkle dry, used coffee grounds in problem areas where you notice ants in your home or yard and they might just pick up and leave. To tackle huge ant mounds, pour an entire pot of brewed coffee right on the mound. Fertilize plants Acid-loving plants will thank you for sprinkling your used coffee grounds around their roots. Azaleas, blueberry shrubs and rhododendrons are just a few of the plants that flourish when treated with coffee thanks to all those nutrients. You can also dilute the leftover coffee in your mug and pour it right into your potted plants (as long as you don't use cream and sugar, of course!) Keep cats out of your garden To you, that little garden in your yard is a beautiful source of fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables, but to seemingly every cat in a five-mile radius, it's a giant, irresistible litter box. Just use the trick mentioned above, sprinkling used coffee grounds on the soil, and cats will want nothing to do with it. Scrub all kinds of surfaces Mildly abrasive and acidic, coffee grounds are great for scrubbing surfaces like countertops, cooking ranges and refrigerators. Use them alone or mix them with a little dish soap. Auto air freshener Next time you accidentally spill coffee grounds on the floor, don't just sweep them up and toss them in the trash. You can use them to make an all-natural DIY air freshener like this one at Instructables. Try to use an old ripped pair of pantyhose and spare string to make this an even more eco-friendly project. Grow mushrooms Used coffee grounds are an ideal medium to grow many kinds of mushrooms, including oyster mushrooms. You can actually purchase mushroom-growing kits from a company called Back to the Roots which includes reclaimed coffee grounds, mushroom roots and a mini spray bottle. The kit can produce up to 1.5 pounds of oyster mushrooms within 10 days. Repel fleas Rub used, damp coffee grounds through your pet's fur after bathing to repel fleas without questionable, likely-toxic chemical treatments. If nothing else, it will at least improve that post-bath wet-dog smell that gets all over your furniture.
Pretty vase fillers Stale or dirty coffee beans are still a thing of beauty. Use them as vase fillers, or in cups
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Zero calories and zero guilt: First natural sugar substitute 'could help fight obesity and diabetes'
The plant extract called stevia is 300 times sweeter than sugar Natural sweetener has been used in South America for thousands of years Food industry adopting sugar substitute in attempt to tackle obesity
It sounds too good to be true - all the sweetness of sugar but with none of the calories. But an extract from a plant found growing wild in South America is being trumpeted as a major weapon in tackling the obesity crisis threatening the health of millions of people around the world. The natural sweetener called stevia is 300 times sweeter than traditional beet or cane sugar and could be a way for people with a sweet tooth to satisfy their sugar cravings totally guilt-free. Dr Margaret Ashwell, a member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the Global Stevia Institute, an information service provided by the main suppliers of stevia, believes the health benefits cannot be understated. 'Stevia can help people enjoy natural-origin sweetness while reducing calories as part of a healthful, balanced diet,' she told the Independent. She added: 'There are enormous opportunities for industry to meet national and international pledges to reduce sugar in products to help the obesity crisis.' Used for thousands of years in South America cooking, it was added to food as a sweetener as well as a health tonic and treatment for high blood pressure, heartburn, gout and type 2 diabetes.nNow multinational food companies are catching on to the possible benefits of stevia and are introducing it into to a range of low-calorie products. According to the National Health Service's 2013 Statistics on Obesity, Physical Activity and Diet, 65 per cent of men and 58 per cent of women are overweight or obese in England, with the numbers continuing to rise. So the plant, used for centuries by Paraguay's Guarani Indians, it has shot from relative obscurity to being used as a key sweetener by large companies such as Coca-Cola and Danone in just a few years. Sales of the extract have soared in recent years - up 400 per cent between 2008 and 2012. In 2011 it was approved by the European Food Safety Agency for widespread introduction. Some critics have questioned if a calorie free supplement can possibly help in longterm fat loss diets. Dr Robert Lustig, author of Fat Chance: The Bitter Truth About Sugar, said that weight-loss diets might not be achieved because the body expects real sugar, the Independent reported. But this doubt over the effects of stevia has not stopped some food manufactures introducing the additive to some of their most popular ranges. In March, this year, fizzy drink Sprite ditched its 'full-fat' recipe in favour of a lower-calorie version that uses the 'natural' sweetener. The new formulation of the popular beverage contains 30 per cent fewer calories - but fans fear it will have an unusual aftertaste. The drink is being altered as part of the parent company Coca-Cola's anti-obesity drive and follows a call by the government to address the issue. A Coca-Cola spokesman said: 'We are introducing Sprite with Stevia in the UK. This will contain 30 per cent fewer calories and, instead of being added as a mid-calorie addition to the Sprite range, it will completely replace the current Sprite. The increasing introduction of the calourie-free natural sweetener comes amid mounting concern about the health effects of the soft drinks enjoyed by millions of Britons every day. Heart attacks, diabetes, weight gain, brittle bones, pancreatic and prostate cancer, muscle weakness and paralysis have all been flagged up as potential problems of drinking soft drinks. Earlier this year, a study warned that just one can of a sugary soft drink a day can raise the risk of diabetes by up to a fifth. A can of Coke contains around eight teaspoons of sugar and 139 calories. This is around 7 per cent of the 2,000 calories a woman is recommended per day.
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Latest Polio Update
Dear Rotary Leaders, Headlines - * Rotary and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation announced an extension of their existing fundraising partnership that could generate up to US$ 525 million for polio eradication. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will match two dollars for every new dollar Rotary commits to polio eradication, up to US$35 million per year, through 2018. * In Pakistan, a WPV1 outbreak centered in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) is continuing. The epicenter of the outbreak is in areas where immunizations are limited due to access challenges. * A Female Health worker was killed in Swabi District of Khyber Pakhtunkwhwa. In Pakistan. India: Wild Polio Virus Total as on July 3, 2013 : - Continues to REMAINS at Nil. Wild Poliovirus Weekly Update as on - July 3, 2013 - World Wide as Reported by WHO: No New Case of WPV was reported from Afghanistan. (All three WPV cases this year were reported from Eastern Region, with links to both WPV1 in 2013 from neighboring areas of Pakistan) No New Case of WPV were reported from Nigeria. One New Case of WPV1 were reported from Pakistan, Note: In addition to this latest WPV1 case, North Waziristan is also affected by an ongoing cVDPV2 outbreak. It is an area where immunization campaigns have been suspended by local leaders since last June. To minimize the risk of a major WPV1 and/or cVDPV2 outbreak in this area, it is critical that access to children is granted as quickly as possible. Immunization campaigns in neighbouring high-risk areas are being intensified, to further boost population immunity levels in those areas and minimize the risk of further spread. Sixteen New Case of WPV1 was reported from Somalia One New Case of WPV was reported from Kenya in East Africa Total Wild Polio cases reported as on July 3, 2013 move to : 95 (compared with 88 for the same period in 2012) OFFICIALLY REPORTED WILD VIRUS CASES ON July 3, 2013 in Endemic Countries: Afghanistan: 3 cases in 2013 (compared with 10 for the same period in 2012) Nigeria: 25 cases in 2013 (compared with 52 for the same period in 2012) Pakistan: 18 cases in 2013 (compared with 22 for the same period in 2012) Kenya: 7 case in 2013 (compared with 0 for the same period in 2012) Somalia: 41 case in 2013 (compared with 0 for the same period in 2012) Chad: 0 case in 2013 (compared with 3 for the same period in 2012) * One new cVDPV2 case was reported in the past week in Chad, bringing the total number of cVDPV2 cases for 2013 to 3. In Cameroon, a cVDPV2 case was also reported from Extreme-Nord (onset of paralysis on 9 May). OFFICIALLY REPORTED WILD VIRUS CASES ON July 3, 2013 in Importation Countries: Move up to 48. Best wishes Manjit S. Sawhney Rotary Internationals 2011-14 Chairman South East Asia Regional PolioPlus Committee 2003-14 Representing Rotary at NPSP-WHO 2009-14 Member India National PolioPlus Committee 2008-14 Director Rotary Action Group on Polio Survivors 2011-14 Director Rotary Action Group on Preventable Blindness 1997-98 Governor RID 3010
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Stop Procrastinating When we put off until tomorrow what we can do today, we are putting off our potential and growth, and we are putting off the rewards of positive action. By Chuck Gallozzoli When we put off until tomorrow what we can do today, we are putting off our potential and growth, and we are putting off the rewards of positive action. And in their place we invite stress, needless delays, frustration, regrets, and a host of negative feelings and experiences, not to mention our health. For example, the August 23, 2003 issue of Psychology Today reported that "Just over the course of a single academic term, procrastinating college students had such evidence of compromised immune systems as more colds and flu, more gastrointestinal problems. And they had insomnia. In addition, procrastination has a high cost to others as well as oneself; it shifts the burden of responsibilities onto others, who become resentful. Procrastination destroys teamwork in the workplace and private relationships." Yet, procrastination is pervasive, with most of us experiencing some degree of it. In fact, psychologists report that 20% of the population suffers from chronic procrastination, which is debilitating. In other words, it is the equivalent of having a mental disability. But if we look at the problem as a bad habit or lack of discipline, we quickly realize that the good news is that, unlike true physical or mental disabilities, we can overcome it. Productive Procrastination and Structured Procrastination - I have problems with procrastination, yet some of my friends marvel at my productivity. How can this be? Am I productive or am I a procrastinator? Well, in my view, there are two forms of procrastination, which I call "Productive Procrastination" and "Unproductive Procrastination," and I seem to fall into the "Productive Procrastination" category. I'd better explain what I mean. You see, like everyone else that has lots to do, I make a list of tasks and projects that I wish to accomplish. Even though some items on the list are more important that others, doing anything on the list is productive and desirable. Now, when it is time to start work and I look at the first item on the list, I may feel resistance, dread, or discomfort. That is, I won't want to proceed. What I do next is what defines whether I am a productive or unproductive procrastinator. If I were to play games, surf the web, go to sleep, go shopping, or any other such thing to avoid the unpleasant task, I would then be an unproductive procrastinator. But I learned a long time ago that instead of wasting time avoiding an unpleasant task, I could easily work onother items on my list, items that caused little or no resistance, and doing so made me a productive procrastinator. Very few procrastinators do nothing, such as go to sleep. Rather, they do something pleasant, such as surf the web in order to avoid doing an important, but unpleasant, task. This makes them unproductive. Now, returning to me. I'm still a procrastinator because I choose to do a pleasant task to avoid doing an unpleasant one. Yet, all the tasks I choose to do need to be done, even though they may not be as important as the one I'm avoiding. So, though I'm procrastinating, I remain productive. Imagine my surprise when I learned the philosopher John Perry has been doing the same thing. In 1995 he wrote an essay entitled Structured Procrastination, which garnered quite a bit of attention. In the essay he explained how he used the power of procrastination, as I do, to be productive. In fact, he wrote the essay (an item on his list of things to do) to avoid working on a more important project. What I call "Productive Procrastination, he calls "Structured Procrastination." Seventeen years later, (after a bit of procrastinating) Professor John Perry expanded his article into a book calledThe Art of Procrastination: A Guide to Effective Dawdling, Lollygagging and Postponing. Yes, although writing this book was on his To-Do List, he wrote it to avoid doing a more unpleasant task. Here in his own words, John Perry describes his system, "Structured procrastination means shaping the structure of the tasks one has to do in a way that exploits this fact. The list of tasks one has in mind will be ordered by importance. Tasks that seem most urgent and important are on top. But there are also worthwhile tasks to perform lower down on the list. Doing these tasks becomes a way of not doing the things higher up on the list. With this sort of appropriate task structure, the procrastinator becomes a useful citizen. Indeed, the procrastinator can even acquire, as I have, a reputation for getting a lot done." Although Ellen DeGeneres was joking when she said "Procrastinate now, don't put it off;" little did she realize the wisdom of her remarks, for it is a system that Professor John Perry and I employ to get things done. Also, the smallest change can sometimes provide the biggest benefit. For example, merely by starting work at 7 am, instead of 8 or 9, I find myself amazed at how much time I have to get things done.
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Pride – A Leader’s Greatest Problem (Continuation from Page 10) By Dr. John C. Maxwell Pride Encourages Poor Character Choices. Because of arrogance, ignorance, or a little of both, leaders start taking shortcuts that compromise their values. In their conceit, they think they‘re above the rules or are too smart to get caught. As flawed human beings, we all fall into prideful traps from time to time. However, failing to recognize the error of pride and change course will doom our leadership. Pride is a fatal character flaw and leaders that leave legacies have their character in tact. Leaders who fail to prune their pride will meet demise. That‘s not a guess, it‘s a guarantee. With pride, it‘s not a matter of ―if‖ we will fall, but ―when.‖ There are no exceptions. Pride Hinders Us from Reaching Our Potential. For leaders to reach full potential, they must be aware of areas in which they can improve. Unfortunately, pride blocks honest self-assessment and prevents leaders from finding the path to better performance. Pride Destroys Relationships. The opposite of loving others is not hating others but rather obsessing over oneself. When we become self-absorbed, we cut ourselves off from the enjoyment of the relationships in our life. What I call, ―The Celebration Principle‖ says that the true test of relationships is not how loyal we are when friends fail, but how thrilled we are when they succeed. If we can‘t get excited about the accomplishments of our friends, we had better do some soul-searching. Pride Distorts Your Perspective on Reality. Constantly viewing life through the lens of selfish ambition colors a leader‘s outlook. Many problems in business are caused by the ego interfering with judgment. Choices that should be clear to the leader become clouded by an obsession with self advancement. How to Correct the Pride Problem 1. Recognize Your Pride ―If anyone would like to acquire humility, I can, I think, tell him the first step. The first step is to realize that one is proud. And a biggish step, too. At least, nothing whatever can be done before it. If you think you are not conceited, you are very conceited indeed.‖ ~ C. S. Lewis 2. Admit Your Pride ―There is perhaps not one of our natural passions so hard to subdue as pride. Beat it down, stifle it, mortify it as much as one pleases, it is still alive. Even if I could conceive that I had completely overcome it, I should probably be proud of my humility.‖ ~ Benjamin Franklin 3. Express Your Gratitude ―A proud man is seldom a grateful man, for he never thinks he gets as much as he deserves.‖ ~Henry Ward Beecher 4. Say Your Prayers ―Lord, when I am wrong, make me willing to change, and when I am right, make me easy to live with.‖ ~Anonymous 5. Practice Serving Others ―The high destiny of the individual is to serve rather than to rule.‖ ~Albert Einstein 6. Learn to Laugh at Yourself ―Blessed are they that laugh at themselves, they shall never cease to be entertained.‖ ~ Chinese Beatitude
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