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REVEREND
DAVID CHADWICK
By: John Galles
Reverend David Chadwick opened his remarks acknowledging that
Charlotte is changing and growing and “not necessarily for the
better.” He cautioned all of us to be mindful of the impact we have
on people not just for the moment, but for the future.
He told a story about his brother, Howard, a/k/a “the preacher’s
kid.” Son of his father, Rev. Howard Chadwick, young Howard drove
his parents crazy while David was always the “the good son.”
Apparently, one day soon after Howard had received his driver’s
license, he had an accident in the family’s new, bright and shiny
car. When the police summoned Howard’s father to the scene of the
accident, father Chadwick piled the family into the car and off they
went. David thought, “Oh boy, now my brother is going to get it!’ He
further thought, “Go get him, Dad!’ when they got to the accident
location. Father Chadwick stepped up to his son at the accident
scene and said, “Are you OK, son? I can always get a new car, but I
cannot get another you.”
That was only part of the story. Apparently, when father Chadwick
was younger, he had a similar encounter with his father who asked
him similarly, “Are you OK, son? I can always get a new car, but I
cannot get another you.” He remembered that line and used it on his
own son. And, of course, David Chadwick learned from the experience
so that when his daughter had and accident, he remembered those
words once again.
“Powerful words can make an impression for a lifetime and beyond.”
We were reminded to be thoughtful about our choice of words and the
impact that they have for many generations.
Reverend Chadwick commented about a ranking of cities on faith-based
initiatives that placed Charlotte in 2nd place for its philanthropy,
but 39th for its racial integration and communication. He asked us
“how can we be so generous with our money and still less caring and
compassionate as a community?” He suggested that we were more
accepting of our global engagements than with our local
interactions.
He spoke about the two greatest influences upon his life. He
identified them as his father and Coach Dean Smith. Both of them
constantly reminded him that people were of paramount importance in
this life. “Value the person. Get to know them. Invite them over for
dinner.”
He listed three requirements of individuals on Coach Dean Smith’s
teams.
As a team, they were there to help each other out continually.
He closed by encouraging us all to make choices based upon
principles. “Stay focused upon character, compassion and caring.
Remember that kids spell love…T.I.M.E. It is measured in quantity
and quality. Keep life, hope, family and love at the forefront of
your lives.”
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When someone lurches for the ball and
falls, help them up.
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When someone returns to the bench from
play, stand and applaud them.
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When you have made a good play after the
ball has been passed to you, turn and point to the one
who passed the ball for his contribution to the play.
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As a team, they were there to help each other out
continually.
He closed by encouraging us all to make choices based upon
principles. “Stay focused upon character, compassion and caring.
Remember that kids spell love…T.I.M.E. It is measured in quantity
and quality. Keep life, hope, family and love at the forefront of
your lives.”
Head Table:
Jimmy Flowers, Arch McIntosh, Catherine
Browning, Tim Newman, Lila Rash, Eric Baldwin
Visitors and Guests:
Carol Hughes; Visitors & Guests: Doug
Booth; Health & Happiness: Bobby Chesney; Song: Gregg Walker
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DID YOU KNOW: |
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The Rotary Club of Charlotte’s all-time contribution to The
Rotary Foundation is $739,653? These gifts represent 360 Paul
Harris Fellows, 23 Benefactors, 5 Bequest Society Members, and
12 Major Donors.
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EXCELLENCE IN MANAGEMENT: |
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The Charlotte
Chamber is seeking nominations for the 17th annual Excellence in
Management Award. The awards, sponsored by the chamber, the
Rotary Club of Charlotte and the Charlotte Business Journal,
honor a senior manager in the Charlotte region who exemplifies
management qualities such as fairness, vision, consistency and
flexibility. Tony Zeiss is
chairing the committee and will present this year’s winner at
Rotary on October 26th. For information or nomination forms,
call 704-378-1361. |
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Ed Turner encouraged members to support the 9/11
Scholarship Golf Classic at Raintree Country Club on
September 21st. There will NOT be a lunch meeting at the
hotel that day. Dinner and the meeting will be held at
Raintree following the golf tournament – around 5:00 or
5:30. Registration forms are on the club website:
www.charlotterotary.org.
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Dwight Thomas is progressing well with his
therapy and hopes to return home within the next week or so.
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Will Pleasants, vice president of sales and
marketing for Charlotte Van and Storage Company has been
named to the Better Business Bureau’s board of directors.
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Congratulations to
Susan Hutchins and
Dr. Robert John Manning, married August 8th at
Davidson College Presbyterian Church.
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Don Haack’s
book, Bush Pilot in Diamond Country, details five years of
his adventurous life while mining in South America. Don was
generous enough to donate a portion of sales from club
members to The Rotary Foundation.
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Matt Joyner
introduced Belgium exchange student, Damian Anciaux, to the
club on Tuesday. A word of thanks to the Host families in
place: Charles Semail, Todd Owens, Bill Loftin, Jr., and
Luther Moore. The club is looking forward to hearing the
exciting adventures of Damian.
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Leland Park
recognized Rick Jackson
for becoming a Paul Harris Fellow.
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HURRICANE CHARLEY
RELIEF: Anyone wishing to make a contribution to
relief efforts in Florida should make your check payable to
Rotary District 7680, marked “Storm Relief”. Checks will be
collected in the Rotary office.
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THANKS FOR VOLUNTEERING: Classroom Central:
John Johnson, Tom Robertson, Budd
Berro, Henry Cantrell, Chuck Panoff, and
Rich Campbell. Mailing the
Reporter: Tom Robertson
and Bill Barnhardt.
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SUPPORT THE 9/11 SCHOLARSHIP GOLF CLASSIC – September 21st
at Raintree Country Club. Contact Chip Scholz for info.
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New Member Profile |
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Edward F. John (Ed)
United Way Legacy Foundation
Classification: Fund Raising, Planned Giving
301 S. Brevard Street (28202)
efjohn@uwcentralcarolinas.org
704-371-6353 |
Edward “Ed”
John became the Vice President for the United Way Legacy
Foundation in June, 2003. Prior to moving to Charlotte,
Ed was the Vice President for Planned Giving and
Endowment for the United Way of America located in
Alexandria, VA. In his 24 year United Way career, Ed has
also worked in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Denver,
Colorado. He served in the U.S. Army from 1969 to 1971.
Ed was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, and holds a B.S.
degree in business and a M.S. degree in mass
communication, both from the University of Utah; and is
also a Certified Financial Planner. He is a frequent
speaker and instructor on the subject of planned giving
throughout the United States and Canada. His active
record of volunteer and community service includes
leadership roles in various civic groups, serving as a
volunteer member of the Ski Patrol, co-founder and the
first president of the Utah Planned Giving Roundtable.
Ed was also a member of the Salt Lake City Rotary Club.
Ed’s wife, Joyce, is a major gift fund raising
consultant to non-profit organizations in the United
States and Canada. Ed has completed three marathons and
enjoys jogging with his wife Joyce. They also enjoy
golf, hiking, theatre and travel. They have two grown
children, Scott and Emily. |
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Attendance
Record |
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8/17/04 |
8/19/03 |
| visitors &
guests |
16 |
15 |
| club
members |
195 |
185 |
| total
attendance |
211 |
200 |
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Wedding
Anniversaries |
31 Polly and Steve Meneker
01 Dot and Tebee Hawkins
01 Anne and Lee Morris
03 Rose Marie and Gene Bratek
03 Judy and Sam Woodard
05 Imogene and Bill Kinney |
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New Members | Resignations |
Janice Stephens
Harriman Jett |
Charlene
Kammerer
Bill Underwood |
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| Roaming
Rotarians |
John Rogers, Black Mtn, NC
Sadler Barnhardt,
Blowing Rock, NC
Randall Groves, Tryon, NC | |
| Birthdays and
Birthplaces |
31 Ed Lewis, New Haven, CT
02 Rufus Robinson,
Baton Rouge, LA
03 Leroy Robinson,
Southern Pines,NC
04 Martin Waters, Charlotte, NC
05 Robert Freeman,
Charlotte, NC
05 John Lassiter, Lexington, KY |
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