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INVOCATIONS - NON DENOMINATIONAL
From: Patricia Monica Sontag PHF PP
R.C. Punta Chica, Argentina D4820 Presidente 2001-2002
Argentina is a mainly Christian country. Yet, in our meetings we say no Grace.
No one can then be offended, even being an atheist.
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From: _R Kemp_
Help us to remember as we walk along life's pathway that whatever we might say,
let it be only the truth.
Whatever steps we take in life, let them build goodwill and better friendships.
Whatever goals we strive to accomplish, let them be beneficial to all concerned.
Help us never to lose sight of the many blessings, including the food we partake of today.
Amen.
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From: _Ken Scheffel_
May those assembled here today enjoy the many offerings of Rotary.
May we abide by the rules we have established, those of trust, fellowship
and ethics, and may we place Service above Self, in our daily endeavors.
And may we always test ourselves and our efforts to be sure they are the
truth, good for all concerned, of benefit to mankind, and provide peace and understanding.
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Invocation for Rotary meeting (script BEFORE silent invocation)
composed by Bob Summers, past President, RC Fort Myers SOUTH
Will you please bow your head with me.
Let us pray silently together, each one of us, according to our individual beliefs.
Let us offer thanks for our food, blessings for one another.
Let us be a source of hope for those in need,
and contentment for those who are lonely.
Let us give gratitude for our opportunity to serve Rotary.
Let the feelings of love, kindness, and a well directed, yet gentle spirit always be reflected in our actions.
(30 seconds) Amen
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Let us pray according to our beliefs.
We thank You for our food and we ask You to bless our club and every member.
On each new day let us be thankful for the gift of our life.
Let us be thankful before You a living and existing King that You have restored our souls with mercy.
Great is Your faithfulness.
Let us pray for the strength and health of our leaders.
Guide them that they may lead us in support of Rotary and help the needs of the world community.
Help us all to have clear minds, true hearts, and a good sense of humor.
Let us love one another as You love us. Amen.
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"For good food, Fellowship and the opportunity to serve others.
We give thanks, Amen"
Ted Mason, RC of Southprt Links, District 1180, R I B I