January 22nd – Jeannine Murrell, District Governor 2024-2025
District Governor Jeannine Murrell moved from Sacramento, California to Oregon in 1989 and settled in Forest Grove in 2002. She served in the US Navy with one tour overseas. Her insurance agency in Cornelius served the community from 1992-2024. Jeannine completed her college degree at Marylhurst University in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Religious Studies.
She has served on city council, as president of the chamber of commerce twice and is active in her church, holding many leadership positions.
She is a member of the Forest Grove Noon club. She attended the RI Convention in Brazil and attended Rotary meetings in Great Britain and Australia. She is a multiple Paul Harris Fellow, Paul Harris Society Member, and Bequest Society Member. She chaired the 2017 District Training Assembly, served the Central West Area as Assistant Governor, and Administrative Assistant Governor/Chief of Staff for Governor Jim Boyle in 2021-2022.
Program Chair – Renee Campbell
-Program Chair: Karl Raschkes
Meeting Location: Grant Room, 2nd Floor – Broadway Commons
Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
On Monday, our nation commemorated Martin Luther King Jr. Day, remembering his enduring legacy and values, which also resonate deeply with our mission as Rotarians. This national holiday serves as a powerful reminder of Dr. King’s vision of a world united by justice, compassion, and service to others.
Dr. King’s life was devoted to bridging divides, fostering peace, and championing equality—principles that are the foundation of Rotary’s Four-Way Test. His call-to-action echoes Rotary’s commitment to building better communities, promoting goodwill, and advocating for those in need.
Service Above Self: The Heart of Dr. King’s Message
Dr. King once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, “What are you doing for others?” At the meeting last Wednesday, Beth Rhoades reminded us how our small and large grants powerfully demonstrate our commitment to helping organizations that serve those most in need. Each year, our club funds projects that address hunger, literacy, and the well-being of marginalized populations.
In honoring Dr. King’s legacy, we’re reminded that our work as Rotarians transcends borders and barriers. Whether through local initiatives or international partnerships, our service reflects the shared humanity that Dr. King championed.
The Ongoing Journey Toward Equity
As we strive to “Create Hope in the World,” which was last year’s Rotary International theme, we recognize that there is still much work to be done. Dr. King’s dream of a just and equitable society reminds us that meaningful change requires persistence, courage, and collaboration.
Rotary Club of Salem
2024-2025
