Arclight On-Line - July 1 Meeting

July 1st Program Speaker:

Fr. Jean Claude Atusameso with the Jatukik Providence Foundation spoke to us about his work in Congo building EcoVillages that focus on Community, Education, Environmental Stewardship and Self-Sustainability, a program that can be adapted and duplicated as needed.

Fr. Jean decided to be a priest at the age of 10 so that he could make a difference in his world. At the age of 12, he went to the seminary. The foundation name comes from the letters in his own name and for him, it means being a provider to those in need.

The mission of the Jatukik Providence Foundation is to care for children so they’ll have a future, help with medical aid, provide job training, and develop the model EcoVillage Project.

Upcoming Events/Programs:

July 10th Inova Blood Drive 9:30 – 2:00, we need volunteers!

August 19 -21 County Fair

Guests and Visitors

Joe with the Vienna Rotary Club: www.treedocjoe.com

Happy Talk

Kim was happy to have watched fireworks last weekend at Tim’s Rivershore.

Joe Visitor was happy that their club project “Viva Vienna” may have raised as much as $160,000.00

Henk gave several dollars – 2 for Tripoli donations, 1 for the Dutch doing well in the world cup, 1 for our Speakers from the Congo whose Independence Day just past, and finally, several more to the Education Foundation for his Birthday!

Joe L. gave a dollar because his realtor gave $25.00 to the Rotary Foundation.

Walter’s son’s wedding went well this past weekend. There was an all day brunch that went from 10am – 7pm, but Walter was happy to report he still had some $$ left for happy talk.

Patty wasn’t happy her husband broke his collar bone, but she was happy that he was wearing a new helmut. And he is happy that while in Wintergreen, all he’ll be able to do is rest.

John W. went to the Zoo with his son, his grandson and his great-grandson, and reported that it was GREAT.

Linda was happy about the break in the humidity and grateful for the beautiful day.

Michael is having surgery on his finger, a soccer injury. Not sure why he was happy…

Club Business/Announcements:

President Michael stressed that meetings will be in French from now on. Just Kidding! But he did indicate these following points:

1. Membership – he would like to grow by 3

2. Projects & Programs “a la carte”

3. Networking & Fellowship

4. Fundraising! Monte Carlo Night in November is a possibility.

Kim announced the need Arclight Editors – let her know if you can help.

Steve K. passed out invoices. Some changes are being implemented, but if you see something that could be improved, let him know.