Induction Charges 3 & 4
EXAMPLE 3
(NAME)…………..………….- you have been elected to membership of the Rotary Club of …………..- because we believe you to possess those qualities of character and leadership - that fit you to be a ROTARIAN, and to interpret the Rotary ideal of service to others.
Rotary acknowledges no distinctions of race, religion, nation or political persuasion. All Rotarians are equal members of one fellowship, each expected to be loyal to their citizenship and faithful to their Beliefs.
Rotary offers rich rewards of fun, friendship and fulfilment to those who offer their own friendship and service. it also provides unique networking possibilities, including the opportunity to visit any Rotary Club almost anywhere in the world.
Service in the Rotary Club of …………. - will sometimes mean raising funds for worthy causes and projects. It also means the giving of your time and personal efforts to help those who are in need.
Your fellow members accept your assurance - that you will serve diligently in
your club, your vocation, your community and in the cause of international understanding, goodwill and peace.
It will be your responsibility to interpret Rotary, its ideals and its activities, to others of your calling – and we encourage you to invite others to join your Club.
The community will know and judge Rotary by your expression of it.
We are delighted to welcome you to membership of the Rotary club of ………... - and to the world-wide fellowship of rotary.
President …………- I have pleasure in presenting to you - the world’s newest Rotarian - …………….
EXAMPLE 4
The following may be used when a former Rotarian is re-joining:
Membership Director…………………………………………(name)
We accept you as a member of the Rotary Club of……………………………………………knowing that you have been formerly inducted on a previous occasion. We know that you accept your responsibility to share the message of Rotary in the community, by word and example, and to promote the Rotary ideals of worldwide understanding, goodwill and peace.
We extend to you the right hand of Rotary fellowship, and look forward to your full participation in our club and committee meetings, our projects and in our fellowship activities.
(members to stand)
President……………………………. I have pleasure in introducing Rotarian (or Past President etc) and I ask all members to welcome him (or her) to the Rotary club of ……………………………………………….