: Some clubs use a specific "Lions Prayer" that thanks God for the ability to meet with fellow members, share "fine thoughts," and "break bread" together. The Loyal Toast
In the Lions Club, the and Loyal Toast are key ceremonial elements of a meeting's opening protocol, setting a tone of fellowship, gratitude, and community service . The Invocation Lions Club Invocation And Loyal Toast
Tonight, I ask you to stand. Raise your glass—water, wine, or soda—it does not matter. What matters is the chain. : Some clubs use a specific "Lions Prayer"
Because one is the lantern—the inward light of purpose, humility, and grace. The other is the cup—the outward reach of loyalty, unity, and action. Raise your glass—water, wine, or soda—it does not matter
The Invocation ensures that service remains a sacrifice, not a transaction. It whispers that we are stewards, not saviors. The Loyal Toast ensures that we never forget the fragile gift of organized society. It shouts that we serve because we live in a nation (or under a crown) that allows free association.
: Some clubs, like the Beach Lions, have adopted specific "official" local twists on traditional toasts, such as: "Not Above You, Not Below You, But With You. We Serve" Fort Myers Beach Lions Club Review & Cultural Significance : These traditions reinforce the Lions Clubs International "We Serve" (selfless service to others). Global Causes
Help us to live up to our motto, 'We Serve,' and to be true Lions in our hearts and in our deeds. Amen."