06/15/2026
By Lauren Barnhorst
Rotary Club Newsletter Editor
The Mike Sefton era as president of The Rotary Club of Greensburg, 3437, District 6580, has come to an end as Rotary International prepares to begin its 2026-27 year on July 1. During the past year, Sefton guided the club with a commitment to Rotary’s motto of Service Above Self, helping lead the organization to recognition through several district awards.
At a recent club meeting, Mandy Jo Lohrum, Past District Governor and Past Club President, assumed the local leadership role for the first quarter of the new Rotary year and thanked Sefton for his dedicated service. As a token of appreciation, she presented him with several gifts, including a Rotary cap and a special baseball-themed item recognizing his enthusiasm and leadership in the club’s efforts to develop a baseball inclusion park.
Reflecting on his year as president, Sefton spoke about lessons learned from his years in farming and business. He recalled the many individuals who were always willing to step in and help with whatever needed to be done to keep things moving forward. Those experiences, he said, shaped his belief that leaders should never ask others to do a job they would not be willing to do themselves.
That philosophy has guided his service in Rotary. Sefton expressed gratitude to the many club members who consistently step forward to support meetings, programs, special events, and service projects. He recognized those who coordinate guest speakers, organize the annual Christmas meeting, assist with the Educator of the Year program, attend district meetings, prepare the meeting space, provide meals, and help ensure that each Monday gathering runs smoothly.
Sefton also emphasized the importance of Rotary’s impact on the community through projects that strengthen Greensburg and reflect the club’s commitment to service. He spoke proudly of initiatives such as community signage, basketball-related park improvements, and the continued progress toward the baseball inclusion park. His goal as president, he said, was simple: “To do what is right for the community while supporting Rotary’s larger mission across the district and around the world.”
As he introduced Lohrum as the club’s new president, Sefton expressed confidence that Rotary would remain in capable hands. Lohrum shared that she will serve through the end of September, with additional members assuming leadership responsibilities during the following quarters. She will then return to complete the final quarter, from April through June, helping guide the club through the coming year.
Lohrum also noted that the club will begin seeking its next president for the following Rotary year and encouraged members to continue offering their strong support, particularly as Greensburg Rotarian Linda Simmons prepares to serve as District 6580 Governor.
Looking ahead, Lohrum announced that the club has been approved for a district grant to support Mama Cleo’s House in Guadalajara, Mexico. The international service project will help improve the boys’ home through the construction of an enclosed kitchen and the purchase of needed kitchen equipment and supplies. She explained that the effort will be coordinated with a local Rotary club to ensure the project is completed responsibly and documented through regular updates and photographs.
She also encouraged members to continue bringing forward ideas for local service opportunities, emphasizing that the board of directors is always seeking meaningful ways to serve the community. While Rotary’s reach extends around the world through initiatives such as polio eradication and the Guadalajara kitchen project, the club remains deeply committed to serving Greensburg and strengthening the community its members proudly call home.
The Rotary Club of Greensburg 3437 extends its sincere gratitude to Mike Sefton for his untiring efforts, boundless enthusiasm, and steadfast dedication to Service Above Self.
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