Principles that Guide Rotary

The Object of Rotary The Four-Way Test

First formulated in 1910, the Object of Rotary is to en- Of the things we think, say or do
courage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of wor-
thy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster: Is it the TRUTH?
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an op-
Is it FAIR to all concerned?
portunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and Will it build GOODWILL and
professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotar-
ian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in concerned?
each Rotarian's personal, business, and community
life;
ROTARIAN’S PLEDGE
FOURTH. The advancement of international under-
I am a Rotarian
standing, goodwill, and peace through a world fel-
I will always uphold the TRUTH.
lowship of business and professional persons united
in the ideal of service. I am a Rotarian
I will always strive to be FAIR
5 Avenues of Service in all of my dealings with my fellowmen.
Based on the Object of Rotary, the Five Avenues of
Service are Rotary’s philosophical cornerstone and the I am a Rotarian
foundation on which club activity is based:
I will always endeavor to build
Club Service focuses on strengthening fellowship GOODWILL and UNDERSTANDING
and ensuring the effective functioning of the club. in my community,
Vocational Service encourages Rotarians to serve among my countrymen
others through their vocations and to practice high and people of all nations.
ethical standards.
I am a Rotarian
Community Service covers the projects and activities I will always seek to promote
the club undertakes to improve life in its community.
the greatest good
International Service encompasses actions taken to for the greatest number of people
expand Rotary’s humanitarian reach around the
in the spirit of ROTARY SERVICE.
globe and to promote world understanding & peace.
I am a Rotarian
New Generations Service recognizes the positive
I will always uphold
change implemented by youth and young adults
through leadership development activities, service the Rotary International Motto,
projects, and exchange programs. SERVICE ABOVE SELF.

The Dove, Weekly Bulletin of the Rotary Club of Holy

Spirit, is published by the Administration Committee of
the club. ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
Printed copies are distributed to club members during SONG
meetings while digital versions are e-mailed to members
& friends, to donors, to selected District 3780 officers, to
most of the 97 district club presidents who have known
e-mail accounts, and to selected RI offices.