Replace “Almighty God” with “Spirit of Community,” “Source of All Good,” or “Our Shared Conscience.” The story’s lantern metaphor remains intact.
You may wonder: why an invocation and a toast? A prayer and a pledge? Lions Club Invocation And Loyal Toast
So now… let us eat. Let us laugh. Let us plan. ” “Source of All Good
You cannot serve if you do not see clearly. That is the invocation. You cannot serve if you stand alone. That is the loyal toast. Lions Club Invocation And Loyal Toast