The Week That Was

RCM Pres. “Jimmie” Policarpio and RCFP Pres. “Edwin” Salonga, call the 40th meeting, being a joint meeting between the Rotary Club of Manila and Rotary Club of Forbes Park, to order.

RCFP PP “Ruben” Torres, lead fellow Rotarians, in the recitation of the four (4) way test, to renew its commitment to the Rotary movement. RCM Pres. “Jimmie” Policarpio followed by RCFP Pres. “Edwin” Salonga, for club announcements, during their respective Presidents Time.

RCM PP “Francis” Juico, does the honor, pleasure and privilege of introducing Hon. Richard Juico “Dick” Gordon, Senator, Republic of the Philippines; Chairman, Blue Ribbon Committee, as the guest of honor and speaker

Sen. Dick Gordon gave Manila Rotarians, Forbes Park Rotarians and guests a glimpse into his take on burning issues hugging the limelight and advocacies that need to be pushed for our country to move forward.

A pro-active public forum immediately followed right after the speech of Senator Richard Juico “Dick” Gordon. Among Rotarians who participated were: Rtn. Ricky Trinidad, Rtn. Hermie Esguerra, Rtn. Marcus Dee, VP Chito Zaldarriaga, PD Beda Fajardo and Rtn. Andy de Rossi.

RCM Pres. “Jimmie” Policarpio followed by RCFP Pres. “Edwin” Salonga present the respective token of appreciation to Senator Richard Juico “Dick” Gordon, for being the guest of honor and speaker, and meeting adjournment.

Presents the birthday celebrants of the week: RCFP PP “Ruben” Torres & Dir. “Art” Pico, for the traditional blowing of candles on the birthday cake, amidst the singing by the RCM WF Chorale of the happy birthday song.