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From District Governor Corinna Christensen,

In this season of Thanksgiving, I find myself pausing—hands around a warm mug, heart full and reflecting on how deeply Lions has blessed my life. The gratitude runs so wide and wild it feels like it could spill over the Montana river banks.

It begins at home. My Lion Mom… the first woman Lion in the Ennis Lions Club, the first woman President, my biggest encourager, and also the first person to look me square in the eye and say “bologna” when I need it. Every good Governor needs one of those.

Or perhaps that role is shared with PID Dave…Lion Dad…my sage compass who somehow manages to keep me on the Lions International straight-and-narrow with equal parts humor and steadfast support.

And then… the Ennis Lions. Too many extraordinary hearts to list individually. You have lifted me, steadied me, cheered me on, and laughed with me through this journey as District Governor. You’ve made “Gov” feel less like a title and more like a team.

A special thank you to Lion Julie…my fearless, loyal travel partner who many of you have now met. She brings entertainment, encouragement, and the kind of friendship that makes long roads feel short.

To every Lions Club in District 37: my gratitude for you is immeasurable. Traveling our great state of Montana and visiting your clubs has reminded me again and again that your service is powerful, personal, and beautifully unique. “Your Club… Your Way” isn’t just a slogan—it’s alive in every act you take to strengthen your communities.  

To the District Cabinet: thank you for your steady guidance, your nudges, your reminders, your calm behind-the-scenes orchestration that keeps this district humming like a well-tuned fiddle.

And to the 2026 Convention Committee in Columbia Falls…you’re knocking it out of the park. I cannot wait for April 17–18. Keep that creative fire burning.

As we continue forward, may we all remember the heartbeat of our year: “Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead.”

With a thankful heart at Thanksgiving…

WE SERVE. 

With heartfelt gratitude,
DG Corinna Christensen
District Governor, Montana Lions District 37