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President's Message


“I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become.” Carl Jung

Who remembers the Watergate scandal during the Nixon Presidency? Well, a man named Charles “Chuck” Colson was squarely in the middle of it. Colson was a very successful attorney who was known as the “hatchet man” for President Richard Nixon. Chuck was deeply involved in the political scandal that eventually brought down a presidency. His story is really interesting if you have time to one day read about it.

Anyway, after being convicted and sent to prison, Colson experienced a profound spiritual transformation. Instead of becoming bitter, he changed completely. When he left prison, he devoted the rest of his life to helping inmates and founded Prison Fellowship, which became one of the largest prison ministries in the world. People who knew him before prison said they barely recognized the man he became afterward. His story became proof that failure and brokenness do not have to define the rest of a person’s life.

This Thursday at Roswell Rotary, we have the opportunity to hear from someone whose story is rooted in personal growth and the power of change. Our speaker’s message reminds us that success is not simply measured by professional accomplishments, but by the ability to grow through adversity, invest in others, and return stronger with renewed purpose.

What stands out most is the emphasis on service, connection, and impact — values that align so closely with the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self.” In a world that often moves too fast, it is refreshing to hear from someone who believes in listening well, building meaningful relationships, and creating opportunities to encourage and uplift others.

As Rotarians, we understand that leadership is not just about titles or recognition. True leadership is about showing up consistently, helping others succeed, and using our gifts to make a positive difference in our community. This week’s speaker embodies many of those principles through a commitment to growth, resilience, and serving something greater than self.

I encourage everyone to join us on Thursday for what promises to be an inspiring and meaningful program. It should be a great reminder that transformation is possible for all of us — personally, professionally, and within the communities we serve.

Sic Vos Non Vobis

Trummie Lee Patrick III

Posted by Trummie Patrick, III
June 2, 2026

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