President installed, presentation heard

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The Van Wert Rotary Club welcomed Rotary District 6600 Governor Katherine Eboch during last Tuesday’s meeting.

As part of her official visit, Governor Eboch administered the oath of office to Van Wert Rotary Club’s new president, John Hatcher.

Governor Eboch shared encouragement and insight with club members while highlighting the impact Rotary clubs make through service, leadership, and community engagement across District 6600.

“We are grateful to Governor Eboch for taking the time to visit our club and officially install President John Hatcher,” said the Van Wert Rotary Club. “We appreciate her leadership, support, and commitment to Rotary, and we look forward to a great year of service together.”

The Van Wert Rotary Club meets each Tuesday at noon and is dedicated to serving the Van Wert community through fellowship, service projects, scholarships, and partnerships that make a lasting difference.

In addition, representatives from Pregnancy Life Center recently shared an update with the Van Wert Rotary Club, highlighting the life-changing impact of Langdyn House, a ministry that provides safe housing, encouragement, and hope for women and families in the community.

During the presentation, attendees learned more about how Langdyn House offers women a supportive environment where they can grow, heal, and build a brighter future. One message resonated throughout the presentation: “Little is much when love shows up.”

Pregnancy Life Center also shared updates on its annual Walk for Life, the organization’s largest fundraising event. This year’s goal is $93,000, with every dollar raised remaining in the local community to support Pregnancy Life Center’s life-affirming ministries.

The presenters also introduced Tessa Cochran, who recently joined the Pregnancy Life Center team after relocating to Van Wert following her marriage to her husband, Caden. She brings previous experience serving at another pregnancy center and looks forward to helping advance Pregnancy Life Center’s mission of serving women and families with compassion and hope.

The Van Wert Rotary Club appreciated Pregnancy Life Center for sharing its mission and the many ways the community can support local families through donations, volunteerism, and participation in the upcoming Walk for Life.