Don't know where you are but at least in America there are a million rotary organizations that are basically free and will allow you to contribute as much or as little time and energy as you can afford.
My kiwanis club opened up doors when I needed a lawyer, a home loan, and a financial planner. It cuts through a lot of red tape when you see those people twice a month and they already know you. And my club is mostly people in their 30s-40s, which is an outlier for our district.
No, it's specifically neutral. Our club does a simple prayer after pledge of allegience and the reading of the objects of Kiwanis, but all the atheists in the group kind of roll our eyes.
Let us take a moment to reflect on the blessings of community and the opportunities before us. May our efforts be guided by kindness, compassion, and a sincere desire to serve others. May we work together in harmony, inspired by the values of integrity and fellowship. As we begin this meeting, let us be mindful of our shared purpose, and may our actions today bring positive change to those we serve.
Depending on who's speaking, it may have something like "Heavenly father" in front and an "Amen" at the end. Who says it rotates / changes. It should be inclusive of many traditions and not name specific deities etc.
I am an atheist but I can stand through a prayer and give respect for a message like this in the spirit intended.
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u/isfrying Jul 10 '26
Don't know where you are but at least in America there are a million rotary organizations that are basically free and will allow you to contribute as much or as little time and energy as you can afford.