Southeastern Saints' Corner

A thought came to mind on my way from our last meeting: Instead of reminding people about their dues ad nauseam, we should encourage those who are paying their dues to stay the course.

 Come on now, let's face it: Facts are stubborn things, you know.  Whatever maybe our wishes, our inclinations or what our little hearts desire, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.  Isn't it an undeniable fact that the same people who attend meetings regularly are the same ones who pay their dues from month to month with a few exceptions?  You bet, they are the same ones

 What is happening to us is not unique to our organization.  It happens in most Alumni Associations with a few exceptions.  Oh, sure, I'd love to see our organization become one of the few exceptions but that means that more members would have to pay their dues first. Is that still possible? Yes.

 So today, I'd like to thank and praise the chosen few-those 15 to 20 members who are contributing their hard-earned cash and their precious time to our organization. I am energized by your support and your sense of obligation. Look y'all, if I were in a fire fight, I would want these same kind of volunteers who are paying their dues on my side, not those who I have to verbally browbeat for 5 bucks each month. 

 If you are one of those members who are in good standing, here are 10 more reasons you should continue to pay your dues:

10.  You won't start to worry when someone is looking in that Blue Book.

9. You will enjoy the company of friends at every meeting without feeling embarrass.

8. You will be a full-fledged member.  Wouldn't it be nice to know that your vote will actually count at the National Convention?

7. Your kindness will change some child life for the better.

6. You will help your organization achieve its goals. Wouldn't you be proud of yourself for doing that?

5. You will help a child get a superior Catholic education. Being a high school dropout can be a recipe for poverty.

4. Your act of kindness will have a strong effect on your character.

3. You will have lots of fun, because our meetings and social events are lots of fun.

2. Your kindness will gave a child a great feeling that there is someone out there who cares.

1. When the actual recipient (child) of your kind act don't know who you are, there is purity and wholeness to your kind act. 

Author: Martin Scott, Financial Secretary of Southeastern Saints

 Submission Date: February 26, 2004|Edited Date: February 29, 2004|Posting Date: February 29, 2004

"Thank you ladies and gentlemen for that round of applause." "To the members of the financial committee" "Um,um (clearing my throat) now, let me take a moment to express my appreciation to each of you for volunteering your time and service during our Convention. Our Convention will provide an excellent opportunity for us to showcase our professionalism, dedication and integrity to the rest of the world." "I'd also like to assure you of our 110% commitment to financial accountability and transparency under our stewardship.  "Once again, thanks for volunteering. The team spirit exhibited by all of you has made my job very easy." "Don't leave, please stick around. Here's what all of you have been waiting for: Our "Slide Show" (pop quiz). 

Author: Martin Scott, Financial Secretary of Southeastern Saints

 Submission Date: January 8, 2004|Edited Date: February 2, 2004|Posting Date: February 8, 2004

Title:  We, the Southeastern Saints

 Everyone makes New Year's resolution (ok, most people do) and we are no different. Making New Year's resolution is a great thing to do.  So, as we usher in 2004, we too, need to do some self-introspection and consider what lies ahead of us-our 2004 convention. This year we need to better ourselves-even if we try and fail.  It's far better to try and fail than to never try at all. So, without further ado, here are some suggestions (resolutions) for your consideration, hoping that they will have profound consequences on the outcome of the 2004 STC/SPHS National Convention, which is scheduled for Memorial Day Weekend, May 28-31 in Atlanta.

"We, the Southeastern Saints resolve to be the hands, feet, smiles and 411 of our 2004 convention."

 "We, the Southeastern Saints resolve to remain flexible and positive to accomplish our goals in 2004."  A shared accomplishment is much sweeter than an individual accomplishment.

 "We, the Welcome Committee resolve to welcome our guests with a 21-hundred watt smile to make them feel appreciated and we will also send a thank-you note to all those who register early for the convention."

 "We, the Planning Committee resolve to make plans with our goals in mind" A goal without plan is just a wish.

 "We, the Finance Committee resolve to be vigilant in collecting money at the various events."  Money is  one of the component that can assist us reach our goal ($75,000).

 "We, the Food and Drink committee resolve to lavish them (guests) with good food and fine wine so that they can keep coming back to buy more"

 "Look y'all, I'm tired of making resolutions for the Southeastern Saints.  Can I make some (resolutions) for other people too?"

"Other people?"

 "Me, Deadbeat Member resolve to write on a white sheet of paper 100 times "I must pay my dues at the end of each month to be consider a member" at each monthly meeting."

 Farewell 2003- may 2004 be the year that Friskies and Saints will realize that St. Patrick’s High School needs to be built and St. Teresa’s Convent High Schools needs Financial Support.

 "That's all I've got to say folks.  See you at the monthly meeting – 2^nd  Saturday of each month."

 Author: Martin Scott, Financial Secretary of Southeastern Saints

 Submission Date: January 8, 2004|Edited Date: January 10, 2004|Posted Date: January 10, 2004