As members of Verwood Rotary, we pause this Remembrance Day to collectively honour the extraordinary courage and profound sacrifice made by service personnel, past and present.
This day is not merely a date on the calendar; it is a sacred moment for reflection—to remember those who laid down their lives in conflicts across the generations, ensuring the freedoms and peace we cherish today. We stand alongside our neighbours in Verwood, observing the silence as a heartfelt and enduring tribute to the commitment of all who served.
The principle of ‘Service Above Self’ guides Verwood Rotary every day, and on Remembrance Day, this mission resonates with deeper meaning. We recognise the local veterans and their families here in our community whose resilience and contributions continue long after the fighting ends. Our club is committed to supporting initiatives that uphold the welfare of those who have served, reflecting our core belief that fostering peace and stability is a continuous act of service, just as vital today as it was in times of war.
Let us therefore use this time not just to look back with gratitude, but to look forward with resolve. May the memories of the fallen inspire us all, as a club and as a community, to work tirelessly for a world free from conflict and need.