January is Vocational Service Month.
Vocational Service is one way that members and participants can serve at Rotary. It involves using our professional skills and expertise to serve the community, promote ethical practices, and inspire others.
Vocational Service encourages us to:
• Adhere to high ethical standards in our professional and personal lives, inspiring others through our words and actions
• Recognize the value of all skills and occupations
• Bring our ideal of Doing Good in the World to our jobs
• Use our occupations to improve and empower communities
• Help others develop skills and explore new career opportunities and interests
Vocational Service can also take place virtually through:
• Mentoring and sharing skills online
• Taking part in remote professional development
• Engaging in digital collaborations
• Sharing knowledge internationally
At the Grand Bend Rotary Autumn Indulgence event held on Saturday, October 1 2022, President-Elect Kerry Teskey announced an extraordinary gift to the community from Peter and Esther Warner. Peter, a charter member of the Rotary Club, has served the Grand Bend community in many ways, including his role in founding the Rotary Trail. On receiving a standing ovation after the President-Elect’s announcement, Peter admits to feeling humbled by the response and outpouring of support for the project.