FROM PAGE 1 tennial book, “can be summed up as “To do justly, to show mercy, and to walk humbly with our God” (Micah 6:8).

The global organization, which is not tied to any specific church or other body, will be hosting fun at Chapman Park Sunday July 25, with free watermelon from 11 a.m. “until it’s gone.”

As to those who might be interested in joining the Lions, promotional literature and applications were recently available to give more information at a brat and pork chop sale held at Hansen’s IGA.

Beginning as the dream of Chicago businessman Melvin Jones, Lionism gives its members a way to both live with purpose and also take an active role in their communities, working to build up rather than destroy.

Now boasting some 1.4 million members worldwide. Lions Club International is open to those interested in serving their community, with new members paying an entrance fee of $35 or submitting a waiver certification form. Students between the age of majority and 30, meanwhile, pay NO ENTRANCE FEE and half international dues.

Don’t forget the watermelon at Chapman Park July 25.