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A Story of Love and Hope Amidst Adversity
In a heartwarming tale of love and resilience, Rotarian Guy Wison, 49, Batchelor and dedicated member of the Chepstow & District Rotary Club, and Ms. Kulyk, a Ukrainian refugee, have tied the knot after a two year-long romance that began in the midst of humanitarian aid efforts.
Guy first met Ms. Kulyk (Karyna) a lawyer from Ukraine, and her young son (Serafim) while volunteering at the St. Briavels Ukrainian Support Hub in the Forest of Dean, providing essential support to refugees fleeing the conflict in Ukraine.
His work at the hub included distributing warm clothing, offering financial assistance, and providing transportation to those in need.
Their connection was instant. What started as a simple offer for a day trip blossomed into a profound relationship. Over the next months, Guy became a constant presence in Karyna’s life, helping her navigate her new environment and offering unwavering support.
He often babysat Serafim, allowing Ms. Kulyk to find work, (waiting tables), and begin rebuilding her life.
Guy proposed to Karyna on New Year's Eve, capping off a 18 months of shared experiences and growing affection. The couple married on May 28th in a ceremony that celebrated their journey together and the community that brought them together.
Before their wedding, the couple received a special blessing from the Archbishop of Canterbury, who was visiting the area. This blessing added a profound spiritual dimension to their union and was a cherished moment for both Guy and Karyna.
Their story is a testament to the power of kindness and the unexpected paths that life can take. It underscores the significant impact that community support and volunteerism can have on the lives of those in need, and how love can flourish even in the most challenging circumstances.
Chepstow & District Rotary Club is committed to community service and international humanitarian efforts including support for refugees and disaster relief and has given untold support to St. Briavels Ukrainian Support Hub, which is dedicated to providing aid and support to Ukrainian refugees
June 2024
On 16 July 2024 President Rtn. Chris Wilson of the Chepstow & District Rotary Club presented Usborne Illustrated Dictionaries4Life to a group of selected students at Undy Primary School.
This initiative aims to support children's education by providing them with essential learning resources.
The Dictionaries4Life program is a longstanding project of the Rotary Club, dedicated to promoting literacy and ensuring that children have the tools they need for their educational journey.
Chepstow & District Rotary Club Presents
Dictionaries4Life to
Undy Primary School Children
The ROTARY CLUB OF CHEPSTOW & DISTRICT have funded yet another generator for the people of Ukraine.
This is now in Ukraine and being used by a mobile medical unit as shown in the photo.
Thank you to everyone who donated and helped us arrange this.
Chepstow & District Annual Safari Lunch
On Sunday 14 April members took part in the annual Safari lunch and enjoyed a brilliant safari experience, with a starter from Scotland, main course from Gloucestershire, Desserts from Italy, Australia, and Bristol, and Cheese from Wales.
We would like to thank Richard and Anne for opening their lovely home to enable us to enjoy a culinary experience and amazing fellowship, although only a few in number we banqueted in true Rotary style.
GOOD LOO GUIDE
The Chepstow Rugby Club does a great job in training and raising the fitness level of the young persons in our area. Their facilities are generally very good but in one area their standards fell well below par and that was in the gents loo. Water had penetrated the old building that was becoming unuseable.
So, the Rugby Club approached Chepstow Rotary for help and a substantial donation was made. As a result of this and other donations the loo is now very shipshape as the photos show and so those fit young persons can now use the loo with confidence.
Do you have a community project that requires financial support? Perhaps the roof needs repair or the loos updated! If so then why not contact Chepstow Rotary with a full description of what needs to be done. They may be able to support you.
Members of CHEPSTOW & DISTRICT ROTARY CLUB attended the CELEBRATING CHEPSTOW event in the Drill Hall, Chepstow on Saturday 16 March 2024
The event promoted by Chepstow Town Council was an opportunity to see other clubs and societies operating in Chepstow.
It was an event to enabling clubs to meet and discuss their various activities .
