Near to this day, specifically 15^th December but in 2016, it was our Christmas Meeting, and our stalwart member John Mitchell lead us in THANKFULL REFLECTION as he had done so regularly, always with great style and worthy content.

For John, it was his final reflection and without doubt his best, which we can cherish in memory for, sadly John left this world shortly afterwards. 

At this our 2024 Christmas meeting, we hear John’s words again.

“As we pause in this brief moment of Reflection and give thanks for the food we are about to receive, and the opportunity Rotary gives us to be of Service, our minds turn to the coming Festive Season.

Living in a free and tolerant society, there is a recognition that irrespective of our personal religious beliefs, the message of the season - "peace on earth and goodwill to all people" - permeates our lives.

As we reflect on these words let us all recommit, to work constantly to bring about a world in which peace and goodwill dominate the minds of the world's leaders so that future generations can live together in a peaceful world where poverty is overcome, and equality of opportunity exists. 

On behalf of the Reflection Givers Team (as John said) may I wish you all a peaceful and happy festive season and every good wish for the year ahead.”

Thank you to Kevin Sheehan for providing this reflection on 11 December 2024.

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