The Officers of the Toccoa Lions Club

    The induction ceremony for new Lions typically begins with a brief history of the International Association of Lions Clubs followed by a short history of our local club history and activities. The following oath is then administered:
     “Since you have expressed a desire to affiliate with this club and with Lions Clubs International, I now ask that you respond to my words with a simple ‘I do’ or ‘I will.’
     “Do you hereby accept membership in the Toccoa Lions Club knowing that such membership obligates you to participate in all functions of the club?”
     “To the best of your ability, will you abide by the Lions Code of Ethics, attend meetings regularly, accept such assignments as are given you and contribute your share to the programs of your club, district, and Lions Club International?”
     “You are now a member of the Toccoa Lions Club. Your sponsor will now present to you the Lions emblem pin which signifies this membership.” “Will you fulfill the following obligations:

• Make your new member feel welcome
• Introduce your new member to all club members
• Provide your new member with information about the club, its officers and constitution
• See to it that assignments are given immediately, thereby enabling the new member to become an active Lion
• Arrange for orientation sessions on the Lions
• Be ready to answer any questions that might arise
• Encourage the new member to discuss with you any problems and offer possible solutions
• Assist the new member in developing into an outstanding Lion?”