When the speaker concludes, you rise and thank them. If a gift is to be presented, do it at this time. . If newspaper or newsletter publicity appears following your guests appearance, or if photos or informal pictures are taken during the meeting, it is a nice gesture to send these to your guest . Remember your organization is indebted to any guest, speaker or entertainer who has taken time, trouble and expense to attend your meeting. . All should be short and should be generalized.
Poems are acceptable if well chosen and well delivered. .
Invocation - The assembly rises at the direction of the Chair, who waits for complete silence before stating the name of the person who will give the invocation. An invocation is an earnest entreaty or prayer calling for assistance and guidance. The assembly remains seated. Grace is a blessing asked or thanks offered before a meal, and technically becomes a benediction if offered after a meal. Inspiration - the Assembly may remain seated or be requested to stand if offered at the beginning of the meeting, but should remain seated if used at the close.