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“Leading with Heart: Service, Empowerment, and Community”

There is something about this time of year in Montana that feels full of momentum. The days stretch a little longer, projects start taking shape, and our service calendar begins to fill quickly. I continue to be so proud of the energy, creativity, and steady commitment I see across District 37. Whether you are in a town of less than 200 or 120,000+, you are making a difference and it shows.

I want to personally remind you about the upcoming She Leads Symposium on March 8 at 7:00 a.m. Mountain Time. Hosted through Lions International, this event is designed to inspire and strengthen leadership at every level. If you are able, consider turning it into a club watch party.  Gather around a laptop at your meeting hall, meet for breakfast at a local café, or invite neighboring clubs to join you. Leadership grows stronger when we grow together. 

Earlier this month, I sent the registration details from the District 37 email account. Please refer back to that message for details.  She Leads Registration Link can be found here.   I would love to see a strong Montana presence.

Looking ahead, April 18–26 marks the Environmental focus of the Lions Worldwide Weeks of Service. This is our opportunity to amplify what we already do so well — serve visibly and meaningfully. Plant a tree. Clean a stretch of highway. Organize an e-waste recycling day. Partner with your local school on a beautification project. Support a waterway cleanup. The project does not have to be elaborate; it simply needs heart and participation. When each club does something, our district impact becomes powerful.

And then, of course, District 37 Convention. April 17–18 in Columbia Falls will be here before we know it. The convention team has poured thoughtful planning into making this an event that balances education, connection, and fun. Convention is where we refuel, where we exchange ideas, where we laugh, and where we remember why we first said yes to Lionism.  Be sure to register soon: District 37 Lions Convention Registration Link. 

As we prepare for Convention and our annual Memorial Service, please take a moment to submit the names and information of departed Lions from your club at https://www.montanalions.org/memorial-necrology-service/ so that each life of service, friendship, and dedication is properly honored and remembered.   

Lastly, if you are in Eastern Montana, consider traveling west by train with PDG Raleigh Peck. I have a feeling that trip alone could become a district legend. Good conversation, Montana scenery rolling by, and Lions fellowship… it does not get much better than that.

On behalf of District 37, I would like to extend our deepest condolences to our Lions neighbors to the north in Alberta on the passing of Justice Brian Stevenson, Past International President of Lions International.  At the time of his presidency, we proudly shared a Multiple District with Alberta.  PIP Brian will be remembered as an exemplary leader, devoted Lion, and true friend whose legacy of integrity and service will continue to inspire us all. 

Thank you for continuing to lead with integrity and serve with generosity. District 37 is strong because of you. Let’s keep the momentum going as we move into a very full and exciting spring.

With appreciation and confidence in our shared mission…WE SERVE, 

District Governor Corinna Christensen
Montana Lions District 37
Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead