Frank J. Devlyn

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Why I Am A Rotarian

FEBRUARY 14, 2006

“…I knew that Rotarians were distinguished leaders in our community. Being selected to join this prestigious organization was similar to being selected to a prestigious fraternity in school. As I learned more about Rotary, I became all the more impressed, involved, and supportive of its ideals and programs.

… I have learned that Rotary offers so many different possibilities and oportunities to help this world of ours.

… When people ask me, "Why Rotary? Why do you give so much importance to Rotary?"- I sometimes feel that it is almost like explaining why other key aspects in life are important. How can you explain the importance of religion, marriage, or of having a proper education?

Rotary can be explained from different cultural and philosophical backgrounds, and you will always come to the conclusion that thanks to Rotary, this is a better world and Rotarians are better off for being in our ranks. Yes, as I look back, joining Rotary was the turning point of my life... For a better life.”

Frank J. Devlyn

President, Rotary International, 2000-01

Member of the Rotary Club of Anahuac,

Mexico City, Mexico.

Quotation excerpted from ROTARY WISDOM,

Reflections on Service, Volume 2

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