Za Boha a Národ For God and Nation

Slovensk¥ Katolícky Sokol

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL – MEMBERSHIP 28,000 – HOME OFFICE: 205 MADISON STREET, PASSAIC, N.J. 07055 – www.slovakcatholicsokol.org Periodical Postage Paid at original entry of Passaic, N.J., 07055 and additional mailing offi ces VOLUME CIV P PASSAIC,ASSAIC, NN.J.,.J., SSEPTEMBEREPTEMBER 2233, 22015015 NUMBER 5052

Sokol golf enthusiasts enjoy annual competition at the scenic Mountain Valley Golf Course in Barnesville, Pa. 60th International Golf Tournament Winners include: A and B Flight, David Iskra, Sr.; Senior Flight, Frank Wakmunski; C Flight, Corey Shedlock; Callaway Flight, Ryan Burfi eld and Women’s Flight, Stephanie Skorupka Frank S. Petruff Memorial Sports Award goes to Robert S. Harak of Assembly 261 in Reading, Pa. The beautiful and challeng- rector were also assigned to work ing Valley Course and Mountain the annual event. Some of the golf- Course at the Mountain Valley Golf ers arrived on Thursday, but most Course located in the eastern coal arrived on Friday morning for the region of Pennsylvania was in fan- practice round, which is included in tastic shape and ready to host the the golf package. After the practice 60th International Slovak Catholic round on Friday evening the golf- Sokol Golf Tournament the week- ers remained at the clubhouse for end of August 14-16. The Main- a delicious buffet hospitality din- Stay Suites was the ner featuring roast host hotel for the Story & Photos by beef, mashed po- nearly one hundred James C. Matlon tatoes, corn, salad, golfers and guests. Supreme Assistant Director rolls, beer and soft The weather for of Sports and Athletics drinks. the weekend per- On Saturday and fect: clear sunny skies and temper- Sunday morning the clubhouse at David Iskra, Sr., First place winner in both the A and B Flights, is shown third from the left, along with, l-r, atures reaching into the mid 80’s the Mountain Valley Golf course Adam Macurak, Nick Macurak and Tom Iskra, Jr., third place tie in the A-B Flight. with a steady mountain breeze. served a breakfast buffet for the Edward D. Moeller, the Supreme golfers and guests that included Director of Sports and Athletics, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, arrived on Thursday morning to hash browns, toast, orange Juice make sure that everything was and coffee. The temperature cooled ready for the 60th annual tourna- off in the rolling hills of eastern ment. The Supreme Assistant Di- Pennsylvania, dropping in the mid rector of Sport and Athletics, James 60’s on Saturday morning, but C. Matlon and John M. Underation, rose by at least 20 degrees during the Supreme Assistant Physical Di- the day. As the golfers checked in on Saturday morning a $5.00 con- tribution allowed each participant a chance to win closest to the pin at the four par threes on the Valley Course. The golfers also received a sleeve of golf balls and a com- memorative SCS golf ball marker. The tee time for the Valley Course Stephanie Skorupka, who took fi rst place honors in the Women’s Flight, is shown second from the left. With on Saturday morning was at 8:00 her are, from the left, Jason Fareri, newly elected Member of the Supreme Physical Fitness Board Philip am for the shot-gun start. The Golf Walsh, and Steven Skorupka. Pro explained the layout for all of the holes and golfers followed the course rangers out to each of the 18 holes. A few of the golfers had excel- lent rounds at the Valley Course, a Par 72, 5,529 Yard Course from the white tees. Adam Macurak and Dave Iskra, Sr. both shot a 76, which was the best scratch scores on the Valley Course. Tom Iskra, Jr., shot an 80. Greg Stofko and his brother Chris Stofko both had ex- cellent rounds as Greg shot an 82 and Chris shot an 84 on Saturday. After the golfers fi nished up on the Valley Course on Saturday af- Robert S. Harak, second from the right of Reading, Pa. was the recipient of the Frank S. Petruff Memo- ternoon, they headed back to the rial Sports Award at this year’s tournament. Shown with him on the photo are, l-r, George Labik, James (Continued on page 8) Hudzik and Karol Talafous, a 2012 recipient of the Petruff Sports Award. PAGE 2 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

From the Desk of the Supreme President Wreath 93 to host fall On Pilgrimage in Washington, D.C. family get-together Thoughts on Fraternalism With beautiful leaves falling along by Larry M. Glugosh with crisp temperatures, it’s time to think about enjoying the season with The fall season is a wonderful With this refl ection, I would a fall get-together. time of the year and September like to extend my sincere thanks Wreath 93 of Mil- is my favorite month. The school to all of our members and offi - waukee, Wis. will bell rings again after a long cers who continue to demonstrate host just such an summer break and our children leadership, hard work and dedi- activity geared and grand- cation. You are the youthful role for every member children re- models within our organization. of the family. On turn to their The summer is a busy time of Sunday, October 18 we will host studies and the year, since many of our Inter- our traditional Halloween Party in educational national and local programs oc- Germantown, Wis. from 11 a.m. pursuits. cur. However they would not be to 3 p.m. An enjoyable afternoon However possible without the support and is assured. We will begin by meet- along with commitment of our offi cers, local ing at Jim’s Pumpkin Farm located the academic leaders and members. So thank at N124 W17781 W Lovers Lane activities, you for everything you do for our in Germantown, Wis. The pumpkin our children beloved society. farm opens at 9 a.m. so our members also return to their school friend- With this in mind, I am con- are welcome to come early and get ships. It is amazing how many fi dent that our continued focus an early start. At the farm we will grade school and high school re- on our Slovak community, fra- begin with fun playing in the straw, lationships fostered in our early ternal spirit and Catholic faith going through a maze, enjoying a years become lifelong friend- will ensure our identity is main- hayride, picking out a pumpkin and ships. In fact, our society helps tained in the future. However, taking pictures with the resident Hal- promote this opportunity and we must also keep in mind that loween ghosts. At 12:15 p.m. will be many of my adult friends today our spiritual, fraternal and ethnic provide a light lunch at the farm. are individuals that I met many benefi ts are created when the so- At 1:00ish we will head over to the years ago as a young member of ciety achieves our fi nancial ob- train ride which is four miles north- our society. jectives. This fi nancial stability east of the pumpkin farm. We will In addition, the fall also brings is our foundation that will enable ride behind scale Steam and Diesel changes to our surroundings as our future direction for our orga- locomotives at our outdoor track lo- the leaves start to change into nization in this challenging and cated at 2620 N. Country Aire Drive beautiful fall colors, the weather changing society. - Hwy M. This will be a very unique On Saturday, September 12, the Slovak Catholic Federation hosted its becomes more comfortable espe- To conclude, I hope you enjoy and memorable experience. national pilgrimage at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Im- cially at night and many sporting the rest of this wonderful season In order to make the event suc- maculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The pilgrimage was held in events kickoff their new season. and behalf of the Supreme As- cessful, reservations are necessary. conjunction with the observance of the 50th anniversary of the dedica- This wonderful time of the year sembly and the Board of Direc- RSVP either Yes or “Boo hoo, I tion of the Chapel of Our Mother of Sorrows, patroness of Slovakia. provides us a tremendous oppor- tors, I wish you well as you gath- can’t come” to [email protected] or Shown in the chapel among the more than 500 pilgrims who partici- tunity to capture the many chang- er and deliberate at your 2015 tel. 262-746-9911 with your family pated from all parts of the United States, are from the left, our Su- es around us and refl ect upon the annual group meetings this fall. name and how many children and preme Secretary, Steven M. Pogorelec, F.I.C., Theresa M. Kluchinski, numerous benefi ts we have en- May God bless all of you! adults will participate. Deadline for national president of the Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union; joyed over the summer.. Zdar Boh! reservations is Wednesday, October Dolores M. Evanko, national secretary-treasurer of the Slovak Catho- 14. lic Federation; and Andrew M. Rajec, national president of the First Looking forward to an enjoyable Catholic Slovak Union. The statue of the Pieta is the creation of Ernest fraternal event, may I remain Morenon and is known for its simple lines, which reverently reveal Thoughts from our Supreme Chaplain Zdar Boh! the depths of Mary’s grief. The chapel was dedicated on September 5, Lisa Hoeck 1965. It was a gift of the First Catholic Slovak Union on the occasion of October is Respect Life Month Recording Secretary the organization’s 75th anniversary. “Every Life is Worth Living” by Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic Gratitude to Supreme Secretary Steven M. Pogorelec, F.I.C. The Respect Life Program, sponsored by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, started in 1972 and begins anew each October, the month set aside by the U.S. Bishops as RESPECT LIFE MONTH. This program calls at- tention to the numerous human life issues, and the way in which each touches on the sanctity and dignity of human life, Whether it lasts for a brief moment or for a hundred years, each of our lives is a good and perfect gift. At every stage and in every circumstance, we are held in existance by God’s love. Our relationships on earth are meant to help us and others grow in perfect love. We are meant to depend on one another, serve each other in humility, and walk together in times of suffering. An elderly man whose health is quickly deteriorating, and unborn baby girl whose diagnosis indicates she may not live very long, a little boy with Down syndrome, a mother fac- During the meeting of the Executive Board of the Slovak Catholic Federation(SCF) held in College Park, ing terminal cancer-each may have great diffi culties and need Md. on September 11th, our Supreme Secretary Steven M.Pogorelec, F.I.C., shown above third from the assistance, but each of their lives is a good and perfect gift. left, was honored for his many efforts over the years promoting the work of the Slovak Catholic Federation, Experiencing suffering – or watching another suffer – is the representative organization of American Catholics of Slovak ancestry. With his retirement effective one of the hardest human experiences. But we are not alone. January 1, 2016, this was Brother Pogorelec’s last board meeting. He has been a member of the Executive Christ experienced suffering more deeply than we can com- Board of the SCF representing the Slovak Catholic Sokol for the past 21 years. Slovak Catholic Federation prehend, and our own suffering can be meaningful when we National President and our Supreme Chaplain, Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic is shown expressing thanks unite it with his. to Brother Pogorelec. Looking on are, l-r, the Most Rev. Joseph V. Adamec, Bishop-Emeritus of Altoona- Jesus is with us every step of the way, giving us the grace Johnstown, Pa. and Episcopal Moderator of the SCF; Dolores M. Evanko, national secretary-treasurer of we need. God invites us to embrace the lives we have been the SCF; Theresa M. Kluchinski, national president of the Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union; the given, for as long as they are given. Every life is worth living. Rt. Rev. Gary A. Hoover, O.S.B., Abbot of St. Andrew Svorad Benedictine Abbey in Cleveland and Abbot Protector of the SCF; and the Rev. Msgr. Peter A. Polando, national chaplain of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association. SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 PAGE 3

annual meeting at the Wheaton Fran- Sokol Calendar ciscan Healthcare Franklin Facility, 33rd St. Martin Day Celebration hosted 10101 South 27th St., Franklin, Wis. beginning at 10 a.m., for information by Group 2 set for Sunday, November 15 SAT.SEPT.26 and meeting in the church hall. Continuing in a time-honored fraternal tradition, Group 2, “Rev. Q Quarterly meeting of the Slovak Q Group 9 annual meeting at the call Julie Ann Dobbs, (262)681-1720. SUN.OCT.18 Stephen Panik” will host its 33rd annual St. Martin’s Day Celebra- Catholic Sokol Supreme Board of Di- American Legion Hall, Dunlo, Pa. tion on Sunday, November 15 in Stratford, Conn. The annual cel- rectors via Conference Call beginning beginning at 2 p.m. Q Year of Consecrated Life obser- vance and conclusion of the 75th an- ebration honors the patron of the Slovak Catholic Sokol, St. Martin at 10 a.m. SAT.OCT.10 of Tours and affords the opportunity for Sokol members belonging Q niversary year of the Basilica of SS. Group 16 , “Rev. Ferdis Juriga” an- Q 5th annual Slovak-Toberfest hosted to the various Sokol lodges in Connecticut nual meeting at SS. Cyril and Metho- by the Western Pennsylvania Slovak Cyril and Methodius, Villa Sacred Heart, Danville, Pa., Pontifi cal Mass to gather together to celebrate Sokol fellow- dius Church, Ryan Road & 18 Mile Cultural Association at he Sonoma ship and camaraderie in the best traditions Rd., Sterling Heights, Mich. begin- Grill, 947 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, Pa. at 11 a.m. with the Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, pre- of the fraternal benefi t system. This year’s ning with Mass at 4 p.m. followed by 1- 4 p.m., $30 per person, advance celebration begins with participants attend- the meeting in the Heritage Room of reservations only, call Joe (412)956- siding. All are welcome! Q Slovak Fall-Harvest Celebration ing 11 a.m. Mass at Holy Name of Jesus the parish. 6000, email at [email protected]. Church located at 1950 Barnum Avenue in Q Septemberfest at the National Slo- Q Annual Mass hosted by the Polish hosted by St. Stephen’s Society at St. John Nepomucene Parish, 411 Stratford. The liturgy will be celebrated for vak Society Heritage Museum, 351 and Slovak Apostolate of the Arch- the living and deceased members of Group Valley Brook Road, McMurray, Pa., diocese of Newark at the Cathedral East 66th St., New York, N.Y. begin- ning with Mass in Slovak at 11 a.m., 2 by the Rev. Andrew G. Marus, pastor of Slovak woodcarving exhibit, enter- Basilica of the Sacred Heart, 89 Ridge this Slovak parish. We will assemble in the tainment, arts and crafts demonstra- St., Newark, N.J. beginning at 11 a.m. luncheon and cultural program with music by the Joseph Jurasi Band in church vestibule at 10:45 a.m. so as to march in a body to the liturgy. tions, food and vendors, free admis- SUN.OCT.11 Following the liturgy, a reception and luncheon will be enjoyed sion and free parking, 11 a.m. to 4 Q Group 11, “St. John Nepomu- the parish social hall from 1-6 p.m., $30.00 per person, for reservations at the nearby Blue Goose Restaurant in Stratford. At the luncheon, we p.m. cene” annual meeting at SS. Cyril and will acknowledge and pay tribute to all our Veterans in attendance. Q call the rectory at (212)734-4613. Group 1 offi cers meeting at Slo- Methodius Parish, 13th Ave. and 2nd We will also conduct a memorial service for Sokol members who vak Catholic Sokol headquarters, 205 St. N.E., Minneapolis, Minn. begin- Q Fall Halloween Party hosted by Milwaukee’s Wreath 93 from 11 a.m. have gone on to their eternal reward in 2015. Cost of the luncheon Madison St., Passaic, N.J. beginning ning with 9 a.m. Mass in church fol- is $32.00 for members and $42.00 for guests. Children age 10 and at 12 noon. lowed by the meeting and luncheon to 3 p.m., includes hayrides, pumpkin picking and running a corn maze, re- younger pay $10.00 and will enjoy chicken tenders. Meal choices SUN.SEPT.27 in the Father George Dargay Memo- include Prime Rib of Beef, Chicken Marsala and Atlantic Salmon,. A Q Assembly 180 meeting at St. rial Hall, for information call James T. freshments, at Jim’s Pumpkin Farm, N124 West 17781 W Lovers Lane, vegetarian menu is also available. Reservations are necessary begin- Mary’s Catholic Church, 1602 Mar- Genosky(763)789-9196. ning on October 1 and continuing until the deadline RSVP date of ket Ave. S., Canton, Oh. beginning at Q 33rd annual Dinner-Dance benefi t Germantown, Wis. for reservations contact [email protected] or tel. 262- Sunday, October 25. Checks which are non-refundable, should be 10:30 a.m.; members asked to bring hosted by The Western Pennsylvania made payable to: SCS Group 2 and sent to Group 2 Treasurer, Kevin school supplies to be distributed to the Slovak Radio Program at the West- 746-9911. SAT.OCT.24 Sabovik, 5 Woods Grove Road, Huntington, Conn. 06484. Members needy in the community wood Golf Club, West Miffl in, Pa. of local lodges should make their reservation with the following: Q 38th annual New Jersey Slovak beginning with reception at 4 p.m. Q Banquet celebrating the 100th an- niversary of the Cleveland Agreement Wreath 1 - Eileen S. Wilson, (203)378-8837; Wreath 39 - Mary Ann Heritage Festival at the PNC Bank followed by dinner at 5 p.m., advance Wells, (203)375-2836; Wreath 86 and Assembly 23 - Bonnie Landor Arts Center off Exit 116 of the Garden tickets $40.00 before deadline of at the Bohemian National Hall, 4939 Broadway Ave., Cleveland, Oh. be- Rossi, (860)482-9062; Assembly 9 - Henry Zack, (203)268-4727 State Parkway in Holmdel, N.J.; ex- Sept. 25, $45.00 after; music by the or Judith Salamon, (203)333-3716; and Assembly 33, Cele Dulla, hibits open at 10 a.m., concelebrated Joseph Jurasi Band, reservations call ginning at 5:30 p.m., entertainment by the Lucina Slovak Dancers; for reser- (203)734-5574. When making reservations, members are asked to Mass at 11 a.m.; cultural program be- (412)421-1204. inquire whether there will be a charge if they belong to a particular gins at 2 p.m., soccer match through- Q Group 6, “Msgr. Andrew Hlinka” vations contact Paul Burik (440)934- 4420. Wreath or Assembly. As in the past, Wreaths 1 and 39 and Assembly out the afternoon, Slovak culinary annual meeting at Hoss’ Steak and 9 pay for their members. specialities and imported Slovak arts, Sea House, 148 Finley Rd., Belle Ver- SUN.OCT.25 Q Wreath 1 annual meeting following At the celebration, the traditional special events raffl e will ben- crafts and crystal; free admission and non, Pa. beginning at 1:30 p.m., for efi t the Jozef Cardinal Tomko Scholarship Fund at the Pontifi cal free parking. reservations call Anna Mae Warnick, the Group 2 annual meeting at Holy Name of Jesus Parish Center, 1950 Slovak College of SS. Cyril and Methodius in Rome. This outreach OCT.1-2 (724)736-4032. to the Slovak College has been an example of Group 2 fraternal out- Q Annual Fall Conference of the Q Group 5 annual meeting at the Slo- Barnum Ave., Stratford, Conn. Q 29th annual Czech and Slovak reach for many years now. Michigan Fraternal Alliance at We- vak Catholic Sokol Center, 888 West Why the change? Well, our Sister Sokolka, Martha Dulla An- ber’s Inn, 3050 Jackson Road, Ann Hopocan Ave., Barberton, Oh. begin- Festival hosted by the Czech and Slovak Heritage Association of Bal- drade, Esq. has sold the Grassy Hill Lodge where we have enjoyed so Arbor, Mich. for details www.michi- ning at 9:30 a.m. many previous St. Martin Day celebrations along with her extreme ganfraternalalliance.org. Q Annual Slovak Fair hosted by the timore at the Baltimore 45 Associa- tion Hall, 2501 Putty Hill Ave., corner generosity in all areas of our celebrations. It is now a restaurant with SUN.OCT.4 Slovak Parish of St. Agnes-St. John a small area reserved for catering. Good luck to Martha - now hope- Q Group 7 annual meeting at St. John Nepomucene in the parish hall corner of Old Harford Road, Parkville, Md. 12 noon to 6 p.m., admission $7.00; fully she can sit back and relax. So mark your calendar and plan to the Evangelist Parish, 35 William St., of Fourth & Brown Sts., Philadelphia, join us for what always is an enjoyable and special fraternal event Pittston, Pa. beginning with Mass at Pa. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Slovak culinary ethnic food, exhibits cultural program featuring the Pittsburgh Area Slovak as we continue to promote Sokol fellowship and fraternalism within 12:15 p.m. followed by the luncheon specialities, bakery, games, raffl es and Group 2. crafts; entrance to the hall on Orianna Folk Ensemble; for information call (412)662-6094 or (410)243-1710. Zdar Boh! OUR NEXT ISSUE IS Street; for additional information call Eileen S. Wilson the rectory at (215)627-0340. Q Children’s Halloween Costume OCTOBER 7TH Bowling Party hosted by the United Group 2 President In keeping with our bi week ly Q BINGO hosted by the Cardi- Slovak Societies of Lorain for mem- publishing schedule, the next nal Joseph Tomko Chapter of the issue of the Slovak Cath o lic Slovak Catholic Federation in the bers of S.C.S. Wreath 111 at the Upcoming events hosted by the Fal con will be that of Wednes- social hall of St. John the Baptist American Slovak Club, 2915 Broad- United Slovak Societies of Lorain, Oh. day, October 7th. Dead line for Church, 924 North Front St., Al- way Ave., Lorain, Oh. beginning at 1 all pho tos and in for ma tion for lentown, Pa. beginning at 1 p.m., p.m., pizza and treats to follow; sign More then three quarters of a loween Costume Bowling Party this is sue will be Thurs day, doors open at noon, featuring up sheet at the bowling alleys; dead- century ago, the local lodges of our for youngsters age 16 and younger October 1st. View e-Falcon on Longberger baskets, Vera Bradley line for reservations Oct. 19. Slovak fraternals banded together on Sunday, October 25 beginning our website: www.slovakcatho- handbags and cash, refreshments, SUN.NOV.1 and saw the construction of the at 1 p.m. Following bowling on the licsokol.org. Thank ing you for $20.00, info 610-866-8945. Q Wreath 54 annual meeting at Bru- American Slovak Club as a venue on the lanes, the group will enjoy your con tin ued co op er a tion in Q 9th annual Ethnic Heritage Dinner no’s Restaurant, Route 224 in Poland, of activities for the area’s Slovak pizza and treats. A signup sheet may this mat ter, I re main Zdar Boh! hosted by St. John the Evangelist Par- Oh. following the deliberations of the community. The American Slovak be found at the American Slovak Daniel F. Tanzone ish Community in the Parish Pastoral Group 17 annual meeting. Home continues to host numerous Club’s bowling alleys or in the bar Editor Center, 35 William St., Pittston, Pa., 1 Q Group 17 annual meeting begin- activities for every member of the area. Reservations are necessary. - 3 p.m., celebrating Slovak and other ning with Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Mat- family. Invited to participate are Deadline for reservations is Mon- HOME OFFICE CLOSING ethnic cuisines; for reservations call thias Church of Our Lady of Sorrows members of our Slovak Catholic day, October 19. In observance of the Colum- the Parish Offi ce at 570-654-0053; Parish, 915 Cornel Ave., Youngstown, Sokol, Wreath 111 as well as the Continuing with are beloved bus Day holiday, the Home donations to aid parish food pantry. Oh. followed by luncheon and meet- members of Branch 228 of the First Slovak Christmas faith traditions, Offi ce will be closed for busi- SAT.SEPT. 12 ing at Bruno’s Restaurant, 1984 Catholic Slovak Union, Branch 114 the popular Slovak Christmas Eve - ness on Monday, October 12. Q Junior Bowling League competi- Boardman-Poland Road, for reser- of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Vilija dinner will be held on Sunday, The Home Offi ce will reopen tion begins at the American Slovak vations call Carol Gonda (330)783- Association, Assembly 160 of the December 6. Cocktails are sched- for business on Tuesday, Oc- Home, 2915 Broadway Ave, Lorain, 0173. National Slovak Society as well as uled for 5:30 p.m. followed by din- tober 13. Regular offi ce hours Oh. for members of Wreath 111 ages Q 25th Slovak Heritage Festival at members of Branch 177 of the La- ner at 6 p.m. All the foods enjoyed are Monday through Friday, 8 10 and older, for information call the the University of Pittsburgh Cathe- dies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic at the Christmas Eve supper in a a.m. to 4 p.m.. Best wishes for lanes at (440)244-1293. dral of Learning Commons Room, Union. Slovak home will be enjoyed. En- an enjoyable Columbus Day SAT.OCT.17 Pittsburgh,(Oakland) Pa. hosted by The fi rst activity of the new fall tertainment will be provided by vio- weekend. Zdar Boh! Q Group 4, “Bishop Stefan Moyzes” the Pitt Slovak Studies Program from season hosted by the United Slovak linist Jozef Janis along with our spe- (Continued on page 7) Societies will be a Children’s Hal- (Continued on page 7) PAGE 4 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

REFLECTOR ... The Word of God... Jotings fr om Sokol and Slovak life Gospel for the 26th Sunday Celebrating the Birth of a Nation, the of Slovak culture and heritage takes place from 1 to 5 of the Year - September 27th p.m. and is held in the Commons Room of the Cathe- Centennial of the Cleveland Agreement Mark 9:38–43, 45, 47–48 In honor of the 100th anniversary of The Cleve- dral of Learning on the University of Pittsburgh cam- pus in the Oakland section of the city. A quarter century land Agreement, the Cleveland area Czech and Slovak A reading from the Holy Gospel communities are hosting a weekend of festivities, Oc- ago, the festival was conceived by a group of students According to Mark tober 24-25. On October 22-23, 1915 the leaders of the who wanted to share their interest in the Slovak and Slovak League of America and the Czech National Al- American Slovak culture with the local community. As At that time, John said to Jesus, liance united their efforts to help liberate their brethren in previous years, the festival will be the culmination ”Teacher, we saw someone driving from Austro-Hungarian rule. They suggested a common of much hard work, effort and time in the promotion out demons in your name, and we state for Slovaks and Czechs. The Cleveland Agreement of our Slovak heritage. An enjoyable afternoon is as- tried to prevent him because he does laid an important foundation which saw the creation of sured. not follow us.” Jesus replied, “Do not the fi rst republic of Czecho-Slovakia in 1918 following Throughout the festival there will be an array of prevent him. There is no one who the First World War. The centennial celebration is under interesting and colorful displays and lectures on topics performs a mighty deed in my name the sponsorship of the Czech Cultural Center of Sokol of interest from Slovak culture and history. Traditional who can at the same time speak ill of Greater Cleveland, SVU and the Cleveland-Bratislava Slovak culinary specialities will be enjoyed throughout me. For whoever is not against us is Sisters Cities. The festivities will be held at the historic the afternoon. In addition, a bake sale featuring tradi- for us. Anyone who gives you a cup Bohemian National Hall where The Cleveland Agree- tional Slovak pastries will be available. The cultural of water to drink because you belong ment was signed in 1915. The celebration will include an program will feature an array of Slovak talent exhib- to Christ, amen, l say to you, will array of activities and is open to the iting the rich music, song and dance traditions of the surely not lose his reward. On Saturday, October 24, the celebration opens with various regions of Slovakia. Participants will include ”Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin a gala Commemoration Banquet beginning at 5:30 p.m. the Pittsburgh Slovakians, the PAS(Pittsburgh Area Slovaks) Ensemble, the Slavjane Folk Ensemble along it would be better for him if a great Entertainment will include the Lucina Slovak Dancers, millstone were put around his neck a spirited ensemble celebrating the rich music and dance with The Singing Revilak Family from Bardejov, Slo- vakia. The popular folk singer from Slovakia, Jozef and he were thrown into the sea. if traditions of Slovakia. The dancers are sponsored by the your hand causes you to sin, cut it Ivanka will entertain with an array of popular songs. Misencik Funeral Home. Historical presentations will off. It is better for you to enter into life be given by Dr. Stephen Sebesta and the Rev. Michael A demonstration of the unique Slovak folk instrument, maimed than with two hands to go Brunovsky, O.S.B. of St. Andrew Svorad Benedictine Fujara by Ben Sorenson will be featured. The festival into Gehenna, into the unquenchable Abbey. For dinner reservations, call Paul Burik at (440) provides an wonderful opportunity to savor and enjoy fi re. And if your foot causes you to 934-4420. Slovak culture at its best. There is free admission and sin, cut it off. it is better for you to On Sunday, October 25, Sokol Sunday Dinner will plenty of available parking. For additional information enter into life crippled than with two be enjoyed beginning at 1 p.m. The luncheon will fea- on this year’s festival contact Festival Director Chris- feet to be thrown into Gehenna. And ture Port Schnitzel with potato salad and vegetable, tradi- tine Metil at tel. 412-624-5906 or email at Slavic@pitt. if your eye causes you to sin, pluck tional Slovak and Czech pastries, coffee, tea along with edu. it out. Better for you to enter into a cash bar. Reservations for the luncheon which will be This year marks the 30th anniversary of the es- the kingdom of God with one eye served until 2:30 p.m. are necessary and are available by tablishment of the Slovak Studies Program at the Uni- than with two eyes to be thrown into calling Olga Nemecek at (216) 447-0264. versity of Pittsburgh. In 1985, fi ve Slovak fraternals Gehenna, where ‘their worm does not On Sunday afternoon, October 25 a cultural pro- including the Slovak Catholic Sokol, the First Catholic die, and the fi re is not quenched.’ ” gram will be featured beginning at 3 p.m. The Czech Slovak Union, the National Slovak Society, the First light opera by Bedrich Smetana will be performed by Catholic Slovak Ladies Association and the Ladies The Gospel of the Lord the Voices of Canton, the Cleveland Women’s Orches- Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union joined together . tra and the Sokol Greater Cleveland Czech dancers. For in a fund-raising effort to create the only Slovak Stud- additional information on the cultural program contact ies program in the United States at the University of Jarmilla Skorepa (440)237-4114. Pittsburgh. With the initial $500,000 endowment, the Gospel for the 27th Sunday Throughout the weekend the Czech Cultural Cen- program began as part of the School of Arts and Sci- ter Museum will feature a colorful display of Czech and ences in the Department of Slavic Languages and Lit- of the Year - October 4th erature which today is under the direction of Dr. Martin Slovak traditional dress, Kroj. Some of the Kroj collec- Mark 10:2–16 tion date back more than a century and were brought to Votruba. For the past quarter century, the Slovak Fes- tival has celebrated Slovak pride and has featured the the United States by early Czech and Slovak immigrants. A reading from the Holy Gospel work of the Slovak Studies Program. Area Sokol members are invited to be a part of his- According to Mark tory by attending the various activities associated with the 100th anniversary of the signing of The Cleveland Lucina Slovak Folk Ensemble The Pharisees approached Jesus and Agreement. The efforts of the American Slovak and benefi t program on Nov. 14 asked, ”Is it lawful for a husband to Czech communities a century ago, led to the subsequent The Lucina Slovak Folk Ensemble of Cleve- divorce his wife?” They were testing Pittsburgh Agreement of May 1918 and the subsequent land will host it traditional benefi t concert and dinner him. He said to them in reply, ”What establishment of Czecho-Slovakia in October 1918. The on Saturday, November 14 at the Holy Spirit Party did Moses command you?” They American Czech and Slovak communities are proud of Center located at 5500 West 54th Street in Parma, replied, “Moses permitted a husband their efforts at the liberation of their brethren nearly a cen- Oh. beginning with dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by to write a bill of divorce and dismiss tury ago from Hapsburg domination. The bonds between the cultural program at 7:30 p.m. Music for dancing her.” But Jesus told them, “Because the United States and Czechoslovakia were strained and listening pleasure will follow the cultural pro- of the hardness of your hearts he during the 41 years of Communist rule. The close cul- gram. wrote you this commandment. But tural and educational bonds were subsequently revived In addition to the artistry of the Lucina Slovak from the beginning of creation, God following the fall of Communism in Czechoslovakia Folk Ensemble, the evening’s cultural program will made them male and female. For this in 1989 and especially following the so-called “Velvet include performances by the Lucinka Children’s En- reason a man shall leave his father Revolution” followed by the “Velvet Divorce” which semble as well as the popular Canadian ensemble, the and mother and be joined to his saw the peaceful split of the Czechs and Slovaks and the Vychodna Slovak Dancers from Greater Toronto. De- wife, and the two shall become one declaration of independence of the Czech Republic and nis will be the featured DJ. The full-course dinner will fl esh. So they are no longer two but Slovakia on January 1, 1993. Cleveland area members include three entrees and dessert. Tickets are $50.00 one fl esh. Therefore what God has of the Czech and Slovak communities will have a won- per person or $360.00 for a table of eight(8). Tickets joined together, no human being must derful opportunity to recall and renew their cultural and for young people age 21 and under are $40.00. Ad- separate.” In the house the disciples ancestral ties over the October 24-25 weekend. vance sales only with seating limited to 250 guests. again questioned Jesus about this. He Raffl es and gift baskets will be available throughout said to them, ”Whoever divorces his 25th Slovak Heritage Festival set for the evening. Doors open at 6 p.m. For tickets call: Tom wife and marries another commits Nov. 1 at the University of Pittsburgh Ivanec, 440-668-7797, Christine Mati-Hearn, 440- adultery against her; and if she An historic milestone will be observed on Sunday, 655-8244 or Jenna Allen, 440-439-4119. Group 5 So- divorces her husband and marries November 1 as the Pitt Student Slovak Club and the Slo- kols and Sokolky are cordially invited to attend what another, she commits adultery.” vak Studies Program at the University of Pittsburgh hosts looks to be a memorable and enjoyable evening cel- its 25th Slovak Heritage Festival. The annual celebration ebrating Slovak culture in the greater Cleveland area. The Gospel of the Lord. SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 PAGE 5

year will be fi nalized. Election of Wreaths and Assemblies. Reports ity. We hope to see all our offi cers Group Annual Meetings Set offi cers to serve our Group for the of the offi cers will be presented and in attendance. We likewise extend Group 1, “Msgr. Stephen Kra- President; Darlene K. Musial, coming four years will take place. plans for our upcoming sporting a cordial invitation to all our mem- sula” - Assembly 1 and Wreath 2 Secretary We hope that every Group 5 lodge and fraternal activities will be fi - bers to attend. will host this year’s annual meet- Group 4, “Bishop Stefan will be represented at this year’s nalized. Election of offi cers for the Zdar Boh! Andrea Ames Pap- ing set for Sunday, November 8th, Moyzes” - This year’s meeting is meeting. Zdar Boh! Karen Hut- coming four year period will take cun, president; Madeline Stanek, 2015 at St. Mary of the Assumption scheduled for Saturday, October 17 nick; Secretary place. In order to make the neces- secretary. Parish in Passaic, N.J. at the Wheaton Franciscan Health- Group 6, “Msgr. Andrew Hlin- sary preparations, lodges need to Group 17, “Rev. Francis Sku- Group 2, “Rev. Stephen Pan- care Franklin Facility located at ka” - We look forward to seeing make reservations by the deadline til” - This year’s annual meeting ik,” - Our annual meeting is set for 1010 South 27th Street in Frank- every Assembly and Wreath be- date of September 26. is scheduled for Sunday, Novem- Sunday, October 25 at Holy Name lin, Wis. The meeting will begin longing to our Group represented Zdar Boh! Joanne E. Spisak, ber 1. Our program begins with of Jesus Parish, 1950 Barnum Av- promptly at 10 a.m. A luncheon will at this year’s annual meeting set for President; Alice Podrebarac, Sec- the offi cers and delegates attend- enue in Stratford, Conn. Our pro- be served at 12 noon with the after- Sunday, October 11 at Hoss’ Steak retary ing the 11 a.m. Mass at Our Lady gram begins with attendance at the noon session resuming at 1 p.m. and Sea House located at 148 Fin- Group 11, “St. John Nepomu- of Sorrows Parish - St. Matthias 11 a.m. Mass. Following the litur- The cost of the lunch will be $15.00 ley Road in Belle Vernon, Pa. Our cene” - This year’s annual meeting Church located at 915 Cornell gy, we will assemble in the Parish each. We ask that lodges return meeting begins at 1:30 p.m. A lun- is scheduled for Sunday, October Street in the Lansingville section Center, where the annual meeting their lunch payment, made payable cheon will be enjoyed. In order to 11, 2015 in Minneapolis, Minn. of Youngstown, Oh. The Mass will will be called to order. Committees to Slovak Catholic Sokol Group 4, make the necessary preparations, Hosts for this meeting will be As- be celebrated for the living and de- will be named and a luncheon will along with their completed delegate reservations are required and may sembly 34 and Wreath 47. Our ceased members of Group 17 by be served. Reports of the offi cers as forms before September 15, 2015. be made by calling (724)736-4032. meeting will open with Mass cel- the pastor, the Rev. Martin Celuch. well that of our lodges including: This is necessary to guarantee our Deadline for reservations is Octo- ebrated at 9 a.m. at SS. Cyril and Following the liturgy, we will gath- Wreaths 1, 39 and 86 and Assem- luncheon arrangement. ber 3. We have enjoyed a busy fra- Methodius Church located at 13th er at Bruno’s Restaurant located blies 9, 23 and 33. Discussion on Group 4 offi cers are asked to no- ternal year. We will hear the reports Avenue and 2nd Street, N.E. This at 1984 Boardman-Poland Road our recent 32nd national conven- tify the secretary Julie Ann Dobbs, of our offi cers and our participation Mass will be celebrated for the where a luncheon will be served tion will be on our meeting agenda 5314 Agatha Turn, Racine, WI at the 32nd national convention living and deceased members of and the annual meeting will be and election of offi cers to serve our 53402, tel (262)681-1720 prior to held in Pittsburgh this past Au- Group 11. Our meeting will be at 10 called to order at 12:30 p.m. sharp. Group for the coming four years September 15th if they are unable gust. Election of offi cers to serve a.m. in the Father George Dargay A report on our participation at the will be held. In addition, plans will to attend the annual meeting. We our Group will be held and plans Memorial Hall of the parish Coffee recent 32nd national convention be fi nalized for our upcoming 33rd hope to have all Assemblies and fi nalized for our various fraternal and rolls will be available before the will be presented. Our congratula- annual St. Martin’s Day Celebration Wreaths in Indiana, Illinois as well and sporting activities. An enjoy- opening of the business meeting. At tions and fraternal best wishes go scheduled for Sunday,November as Wisconsin represented at this able fraternal afternoon is assured. the conclusion of the meeting a lun- out to our President, Brother James 15. Cost of the annual meeting lun- important meeting where we hope Looking forward to seeing a good cheon will be served. Reports of the G. Jerek on his election as Chair- cheon is $15.00 per person. Lodges to address concerns and hear new turnout at our annual meeting, may offi cers will be presented and elec- person of Supreme Auditors as well should make checks payable to: ideas and input from our lodges. we remain tion of offi cers will be held. Reports as to Sister Nancy Kropolinsky on SCS Group 2 for all delegates and Zdar Boh! Tony L. Scuglik, Zdar Boh! Anna Mae Warnick, on our Group’s participation at this her reelection as a Member of the bring same to the meeting and giv- President; Julie Ann Dobbs, Sec- President; Elaine Andras, Secre- summer’s 47th International Slet Supreme Physical Fitness Board. en to our treasurer, Kevin Sabovik. retary tary held at Slippery Rock University in Reports of the Group offi cers will In keeping with our Care and Share Group 5, “Jan Holly” - This Group 7, “Rev. Joseph Mur- Slippery Rock, Pa. July as well as be presented and discussion of our fraternal outreach program, dona- year’s annual meeting is scheduled gas,” - Our Group’s annual meet- our 32nd National Convention held various activities for the remainder tions of non-perishable food items for Sunday, October 11 at the Slo- ing is set for Sunday, October 4 in in Pittsburgh, Pa. in August will be of the year as well as plans for the are welcome and will be given to vak Catholic Sokol Center located Pittston, Pa. Our program begins presented. All delegates and guests new year will be fi nalized. Election a local food bank. Our secretary at 888 West Hopocan Avenue in with attendance at the 12:15 p.m. from Minneapolis, Duluth, Minn., of offi cers, who will served for the will send out delegate forms to the Barberton, Oh. Hosting this year’s Mass at the Church of St. John Superior, Wis. as well as Ironwood, coming four year period, will also president of all our lodges by Octo- meeting will be Assembly 167 of the Evangelist located at 35 Wil- Mich. are requested to register with take place. In addition, a report will ber 1, giving us time to set up com- Barberton. Registration begins liam Street with the pastor and our the Group Secretary at tel. (763- be presented on this year’s Group mittees and luncheon plans. RSVP at 9:30 a.m. Our meeting will be Sokol, Rev. Msgr. John J. Bendik 789-9196 by October 4. Looking 17 Golf Outing held on September to the secretary by October 17. We called order promptly at 10 a.m. A as celebrant. A luncheon will be forward to a successful and enjoy- 20th. All offi cers are reminded they look forward to a successful annual luncheon will be served. Reports served in the church hall follow- able fraternal gathering, we remain are to submit their WRITTEN re- meeting in the best traditions of of the offi cers will be presented ing the Mass. The annual meeting Zdar Boh! David J. Genosky, ports of their activities since our last Group 2 Sokol fraternalism. and plans for our various fraternal will be called to order following the president; James T. Genosky, sec- annual meeting. We look forward Zdar Boh! Eileen S. Wilson, and sporting activities in the new luncheon. All Group 7 members are retary. to seeing all our Assemblies and welcome to attend. We hope that all Group 16, “Rev. Ferdis Ju- Wreaths represented at this year’s our Assemblies and Wreaths will riga” - Assembly 36 of Detroit, annual meeting as well as the op- be represented at this important Mich. will be hosting this year’s portunity of welcoming some new meeting. For additional informa- annual meeting set for Saturday, faces. An enjoyable fraternal after- tion and reservations, contact a September 26 at SS. Cyril and noon is assured. In order to make Group offi cer. Plans for our upcom- Methodius Parish, located at 41233 the necessary arrangements, all ing activities will be discussed and Ryan Road, North of 18 Mile Road offi cers and representatives from election of offi cers for the coming in Sterling Heights, Mich. where the Assemblies and Wreaths are ISSN: 0897-8107 four year period will take place. An the pastor is the Rev. Benjamin asked to make their reservations enjoyable fraternal afternoon is as- Kosnac who also serves as chap- with the Secretary Carol Gonda at Established April 15, 1911 sured. We offer congratulations to lain of Group 16. Father Kosnac (330)783-0173 no later than Friday, our president, Brother Michael J. will celebrate the 4 p.m. Mass for October 23rd. Looking forward to Official Publication of the Slovak Catholic Sokol Horvath who was elected as our the living and deceased members of another successful Group 17 an- Issued Bi-Weekly organization’s Supreme President Group 16. Following the liturgy, we nual meeting in the best traditions at our recent national convention. will gather in the Heritage Room of of Mahoning County Sokol frater- Daniel F. Tanzone, Editor Likewise, we offer best wishes to the parish where our annual meet- nalism, may we remain Editorial office: (973) 777-4010 Martin Degnan on his reelection as ing will be called to order. We have Zdar Boh! James G. Jerek, a Member of the Supreme Physical enjoyed a busy fraternal year and President; Carol Gonda, Secre- Fitness Board and Philip J. Walsh we look forward to continued activ- tary Annual Subscription Rates who was also elected as a Member United States $40.00 – All others countries $45.00 of the Supreme Physical Fitness Board. We look forward to a suc- POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Slovak Catholic Falcon, cessful annual meeting in the best Keep Your Slovak Catholic Sokol P.O. Box 899, 205 Madison Street, traditions of Group 7. Home Offi ce Numbers Handy Passaic, New Jersey 07055 Zdar Boh! Amy Degnan Blas- TOLL FREE NUMBER – 1-800-886-7656 Member of the Catholic Press co, Secretary Association and the Slovak Newspapermen's Group 9, “SS. Cyril and Meth- HOME OFFICE – (973) 777-2605 or 777-2606 Association of America odius” - This year’s annual meet- DIRECTOR OF SALES – 1-855-874-9179 or (412) 381-5431 ing is scheduled for Sunday, Oc- UNDERWRITING – (973) 777-4704 Proprietor and Publisher tober 4 in Dunlo, Pa. Hosting this SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL year’s meeting will be Assembly EDITOR – (973) 777-4010 P.O. Box 899 82. Our meeting begins promptly FAX NUMBER – (973) 779-8245 205 Madison Street, Passaic, N.J. 07055 at 2 p.m. at the Dunlo American E-MAIL – [email protected] Legion Hall. Refreshments will fol- Home Office: (973) 777-2605-06 low our business meeting. We hope WEB SITE –www.slovakcatholicsokol.org WEB SITE –www.slovakcatholicsokol.org to see representatives from all our PAGE 6 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

2015 Scholarship Recipients Christmas Oplatky 2015 Slovak Catholic Sokol The celebrtion of Christmas 69th International Bowling Tournament express thanks and gratitude in a Slovak home would not be May 15th – 16th 2015 complete without the sharing of COLLEGE GRANTS the generous $1,000 Slovak Catho- the traditional Oplatky, the Slovak TOURNAMENT FINANCIAL REPORT To whom it may concern, lic Sokol Scholarship Grant. I was Christmas wafers. They are a time- I received a college scholarship very happy and appreciative to learn honored tradition passed on from INCOME grant to help me on my journey to that I was selected as a recipient of generation to generation. Jankola Prize Money Allotment Home Offi ce Allocation - May 2015 $ 1,440.00 further my education. I want to start your scholarship. I will be attend- Library and Slovak Museum lo- Prize Money Collected from Bowlers $ 2,613.00 by saying how much the Slovak ing Coastal Carolina University in cated at the Motherhouse of the Banquet Allotment Home Offi ce Allocation - May 2015 $ 3,000.00 Catholic Sokol means to me. My Conway, S.C., where I will major in Sisters of SS. Cyril and Methodius Banquet Fees Collected from Bowlers $ 1,750.00 family and I have been a part of this Recreation and Sport Management. in Danville, Pa. has provided these Entry Fees Collected from Bowlers $ 3,252.00 great organization for my entire life, By awarding me this scholarship, Oplatky for those of Slovak an- and the experiences given to us will you have lightened my fi nancial cestry scattered across the United TOTAL INCOME $ 12,055.00 be forever remembered. Life-long burden which allows me to focus on States whose cherish this wonder- friendships wrapped around our the most important aspect of school, ful Slovak faith tradition. Where in EXPENSES mutual faith is something to cherish. my classes. Your generosity has previous times, the Oplatky were Men’s Prize Money Published and Distributed - June 2015 $ 2,350.00 I thank you for believing in me and motivated me to help others and to available at one’s local Slovak par- Women’s Prize Money Published and Distributed - June 2015 $ 924.00 awarding me this scholarship so that give back to my community. I hope ish. Sad to say, many of these Slo- Awards TIA Consultants - #1819 $ 65.00 I can grow as an individual so that one day I will be able to help other vak parishes have closed or been Tournament Trophies Evil Lizards - #1820 $ 181.00 one day I might be able to give back students achieve their goals as you merged. Today our members reside Souvenirs HDS Marketing - #1817 $ 817.77 to those that have supported me. helped me. in all 50 of our states. Preserving Souvenirs Grimes Advertising - #1820 $ 341.68 Thank you again. Sincerely, this faith tradition is important. Cost of Bowling Game of Wickliffe - #1816 $ 1,608.00 Sincerely, Jonathan Hvozdovic Jankola Library accepts orders for Printing Banquet/Hospitalty Tickets - #1824 $ 100.00 Jeremy Dobbs High Point, N.C. Oplatky from October 26 until De- Services Rendered Schedules, Handicaps, etc. - #1822 $ 100.00 Racine, Wis. cember 18, 2015. Saturday Banquet Radisson Hotel Eastlake- #1820 $ 2,850.00 Dear scholarship selection commit- The Oplatky, fi ve in one package Hospitality Game of Wickliffe - #1820 $ 1,400.00 Dear Slovak Catholic Sokol Schol- tee, are thermal-sealed and can be pur- Local Assistance Bowling Manager, etc.- #1823 $ 100.00 arship Committee, I would like to take this opportu- chased for $5.00 per pack. In addi- Postage/Courier Prize Money Distribution - #1825 $ 150.00 I just wanted to say thank you so nity to thank you for selecting me tion, the minimum cost of shipping Entertainment Billy J - #1820 $ 419.25 very much for the memorial scholar- for a 2015 Slovak Catholic Sokol and handling is $6.00 and upwards Room Rental Game of Wickliffe - #1816 $ 43.00 ship grant of $1,000 which I recently college scholarship grant of $1,000. depending upon the number of received from the Slovak Catholic This will help me continue in a pro- packet ordered and the rising costs TOTAL EXPENSES $ 11,449.70 Sokol. It will be put to great use this gram I truly enjoy as I enter my ju- of priority mailing. Customized year when paying tuition and also nior year in the nursing program at requests can be fi lled to meet your TOTAL INCOME/ my books. This award is greatly Wilkes University. I appreciate the needs. Payment to Jankola Library EXPENSES Returned to H/O Sep 8th - # 1826 $ 605.30 appreciated and I can’t thank you time that was taken to review my ap- is expected before receiving an or- Appeal for the Missions enough for selecting me as a recipi- plication and for the generous con- der. Our good friend and long-time missionary in India, Father Paul Cruz ent of this scholarship award. I am tribution toward the cost of my edu- For more information or to place again reminds our members that used Christmas and other religious cards, extremely honored and grateful. So cation. I will continue to work hard an order contact: Sister Catherine as well as pens, pencils, rosaries and statues are needed for the children of thank you again. in my studies and am very excited Laboure Bresnock, SS.C.M. at tel. his parish. Father Cruz has nearly 5,000 children who attend three schools Sincerely, to work in my fi eld of study. 570-275-5606 or write: Jankola within his parish. They are in need of these items which assist in their religious Chelsea Laury Sincerely, Library and Slovak Museum, 580 education. Or if you can’t send these items, a monetary donation would be Rose Marie Polney Railroad Street, Villa Sacred Heart, greatly appreciated. Father Cruz expresses thanks and gratitude to our many Dear Ms. Dobbs, Swoyersville, Pa. Danville, PA 17821-1698. members who have supported his mission over the years. He sends his bless- I would like to thank you, the Slo- Sharing the Oplatky either at the ings to all our members as we anticipate the joy of the Easter season. Send vak Catholic Sokol Supreme Board HIGH SCHOOL GRANT Christmas eve supper or on Christ- items or donation to: Father Paul Cruz, P.O. Box 691571, Kolliyam-691571, of Directors, the Sokol Museum Dear Slovak Catholic Sokol, mas Day will add a special Slovak Kerala-INDIA. Board, as well as the scholarship On behalf of the entire St. Edward eimension to your celebration of selection committee for selecting community, I would like to thank Christ’s birth at Christmas. Jankola me to receive the $1,000 Memorial you for your contribution of $500 Library, founded in 1968, also has a In Memory of.... Scholarship Grant for 2015. I have to the St. Edward High School Des- supply of books, tapes and other ma- Announcing the Memorial received the scholarship check. I ignated Tuition Fund for Michael terial related to the study of the Slo- Scholarship Fund!!! am excited to be starting my second John Carbon. This gift helps ensure vak language as well as Slovak mu- year of medical school at the Uni- that deserving young men are able to sic and song are available. Call for a Julie Ann Dobbs versity of Wisconsin - Madison, and receive an education at St. Edward booklist. Such items make wonder- Supreme Vice-President I’m very grateful to have the Slo- High School in Lakewood, Oh. We ful gifts at Christmas for those who Have you found yourself looking for a way to memorialize a vak Catholic Sokol supporting my are grateful for all the assistance our cherish their Slovak heritage. lost loved one or fellow Group/Wreath/Assembly member? Why education. Thank you again for your students and their families receive not make a donation in their honor to the newly developed Memo- generosity. from charities like yours. rial Scholarship fund? Your donation will assure that an annual Sincerely, Your contribution demonstrates $500. I truly appreciate all that the scholarship be given out to a college age student who best exem- Dana Ley that the St. Edward community is Slovak Catholic Sokol has done for plifi es the meaning of fraternalism and volunteerism. Here’s how Kenosha, Wis. united in it mission to empower our me and my family. I look forward to it works: students with the knowledge, skills another fi ne year of Catholic educa- Send a check or money order to the Memorial Scholarship Dear Sokol Scholarship Selection and Holy Cross values to Flourish. tion at Notre Dame High School. Fund clearly indicating the name to be memorialized. You can fi nd Committee, We immerse our young men in an Thank you so much and may God a donation form on line at I wish to take this opportunity to intellectually rigorous and spiritu- continue to bless the Slovak Catho- http://slovakcatholicsokol.org/members/memorialfrmframe.htm express thanks and gratitude to the ally stimulating environment where lic Sokol. or simply send your donation to: Slovak Catholic Sokol for award- they strive for personal excellence Yours truly, Dennis J. Zifcak ing me a $1,000 college scholarship and become men who live in a man- Emily L. Hudak Museum Treasurer grant as I continue my studies at ner worthy of their calling. They also Mount Clare, W.Va. Memorial Scholarship Fund the University of Wisconsin - Eau develop lifelong relationships as Claire. This past July, I had the op- Brothers in Unity and commit them- 205 Madison St. portunity to visit Slovakia, and it selves to the virtues of true Christ- Passaic, NJ 07055 Š Your bequest will be recognized in the Falcon as well made me appreciate my heritage like servant leadership. Thank you GRADE SCHOOL as permanently added to the Memorial Scholarship and the Slovak Catholic Sokol even for your commitment to making this Dear Slovak Catholic Sokol family, Donation Log which will be kept at the Sokol Museum. more. Thank you again for your sup- possible. We are humbled by your I just wanted to take a moment to port of higher education. generous support. say Thank You to the Slovak Catho- Š Depending on the amount of funds collected, we will Sincerely, Sincerely, lic Sokol for the generous grade be able to award at least two $1,000 scholarships annu- Kaitlin Trokan James P. Kubacki school scholarship grant awarded ally. The hope is that the donated funds will begin a Pewaukee, Wis. President to my daughter, Natalie Blasko who self-perpetuating interest bearing scholarship account. attends St. Charles School. We ap- Dear Ms. Julie Ann Dobbs and Dear Slovak Catholic Sokol, preciate your kindness and we look Have you recently lost a loved one? You might consider ear- members of the scholarship selec- I would like to take this forward to a bright future. marking donations to this fund in their memory. Keep the spirit of tion committee, opportunity to thank you for your Zdar Boh! your fellow Sokol alive by investing in a way that their fraternal I am writing to thank you for generous 2015 high school grant of Brian Blasko dedication will not be forgotten. SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 PAGE 7

Sokol Birthdays Slovak Heritage Program Slovak radio program benefi t set for Oct. 11 The Western Pennsylvania Slo- The 33rd annual benefi t dinner Jurasi Band from New Jersey. A vak Cultural Association is pleased and dance hosted by The Western Slovak auction will also be held. SEPTEMBER 23 Michael J. Krajsa, Coopersburg, to announce the monthly Slovak Pennsylvania Slovak Radio Pro- An enjoyable evening is assured. Dr. Thomas F. Kravets, Winter Pa., a member of Assembly 219, Heritage Group meetings begin- gram is set for Sunday, October Advance dinner reservations Springs, Fla., a member of Assembly Yonkers, N.Y. ning in the fall. The evenings are 11th at the Westwood Golf Club in only. Tickets are $40.00 purchased 313, Winter Park, Fla. SEPTEMBER 29 interesting and informative and are West Miffl in, Pa. This annual cel- before the deadline date of Septem- George J. Matthews, Sr., Yonkers, Lawrence McDermott, Holly- open to the public. The meetings ebration of Slovak music and dance ber 25 and $45.00 after the deadline. N.Y., a member of Assembly 219, wood, Fla., a member of Assembly are held on Mondays from 7 to 9 brings together very special friends For dinner reservations call Rudy Yonkers, N.Y. 219, Yonkers, N.Y. p.m. at the Mount Lebanon Public and is the major fund-raising ef- or Sue Ondrejco at tel. at (412)421- Stefan Vranka, Oakland, Ca., a Mary Popot, Yonkers, N.Y., a Library located at 16 Castle Shan- fort in support of the Slovak Radio 1204. Those who would like to member of Wreath 14, Johnstown, member of Assembly 219, Yonkers, non Boulevard in Mt. Lebanon, Pa. Hour hosted by our well-known make reservations by mail or make a Pa. N.Y. over looking scenic Pittsburgh, tel Slovak cultural activists and our donation, may do so by writing: Slo- SEPTEMBER 24 Joanne E. Spisak, Johnstown, (412)531-1912. Sokol members, Rudy and Sue On- vak Radio Program, 234 Ilion St., Carol Axmacher, Johnstown, Pa., fi nancial secretary of Wreath 14, The second evening is set for drejco. The Slovak Radio Hour is Pittsburgh, PA 15207, make checks Pa., a member of Wreath 14, John- Johnstown, Pa. Monday, October 5 titled “Sum- heard every Sunday afternoon from payable to: Western Pa. Slovak Ra- stown, Pa. SEPTEMBER 30 mer School in Slovakia.” Bethany 3 to 4 p.m. on AM 73 WPIT. dio Program. We encourage our So- Carol A. Brincka, Hawthorne, Elizabeth Bischof, Johnstown, Kaylor will relate her experiences The evening’s festivities begin kol members and lodges in western N.J., a member of Assembly 162, Pa., a member of Wreath 14, John- attending the summer language and at 4 p.m. as our friends and patrons Pennsylvania to get out and support Clifton, N.J. stown, Pa. culture classes at Comenius Uni- gather for a cash bar and social. the work of the Slovak Radio Hour Florence Barbara Gillich, Mil- Melissa Ann Byrnes, East Ches- versity in Bratislava. The presenta- A plentiful buffet dinner will be by attending this year’s dinner and ford, Conn., a member of Wreath 1, ter, N.Y., a member of Assembly 219, tion will be in the form of a video served beginning at 5 p.m. Follow- dance or by making a donation in Bridgeport, Conn. Yonkers, N.Y. since Bethany is currently a student ing dinner, a wonderful program support of its work. We commend Alyson Rager, Edgewater, Fla., Anna Mesaros, Johnstown, Pa., a at the University of Oregon. celebrating the music and dance our wonderful fraternalists, Rudy a member of Wreath 14, Johnstown, member of Assembly 82, Dunlo, Pa. “Slovak Music and Songs” is the traditions of Slovakia as well as and Sue Ondrejco for their many ef- Pa. Andrew Toskovich, Garfi eld, N.J., topic for the evening of Monday, popular dance favorites will be pro- forts in helping to preserve our heri- SEPTEMBER 25 a member of Assembly 1, Passaic, N.J. November 2. Jerry Jumba, a popu- vided by the ever-popular Joseph tage and traditions. Christopher R. Andriso, Vista, OCTOBER 1 lar musician will be back to present Ca., a member of Assembly 9, Bridge- Karen Kirchmayer, Haskell, his English translation of popular port, Conn. NJ. a member of Assembly 162, Slovak songs. Slovak named bishop of Reykjavik, Iceland Brother Gabriel Balazovic, Clifton, N.J. The fi nal evening of the year is On September 18, Pope Francis Theology in Rome. In 2003 he was O.S.B., Cleveland, Oh., a member of OCTOBER 2 scheduled for Monday, Decem- appointed the Rev. David Tencer, named superior of the Capuchin Assembly 303, Cleveland, Oh. Jerome Hvozdovic, High Point, ber 7. The topic of the evening is O.F.M., Cap. as the new Bishop of monastery in Zilina. In 2004, he Michael Batko, Harrisburg, Pa., NC, a member of Assemlby 59, “Show and Tell.” This is an oppor- Raykjavik, Iceland. Bishop-elect began his missionary efforts in Ice- a member of Wreath 14, Johnstown, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. tunity for everyone to participate. Tancer was born in Nova Bana in land and served as superior of the Pa. OCTOBER 3 Bring along your memorabilia central Slovakia on May 18, 1963. mission house of Our Lady - Star Christopher J. Becker, Acworth, Edward Brizek, Pittsburgh, Pa., a from Slovakia - photos, books, He completed his theological stud- of the Sea in Raykjavik. Ga., a member of Assembly 219, member of Assembly 16, Pittsburgh, souvenirs, etc. for everyone to see. ies at SS.Cyril and Methodius The Diocese of Reykjavik is Yonkers, N.Y. Pa. Each individual will have fi ve min- Seminary in Bratislava and was the only diocese in Iceland serving Kristen Rose Harney, Mahopac, Theresa Zgebura Wiessner, utes to tell the audience all about it. ordained a priest of the Diocese of about 12,000 Catholics out of a total N.Y., a member of Assembly 219, Northampton, Pa., a member of As- Refreshments will be served and a Banska Bystrica in 1986. In 1990, population of 320,000. Our congrat- Yonkers, N.Y. sembly 255, Whitehall, Pa. visit from St. Nicholas will top off he entered the Slovak Province of ulations go out to Bishop David who Deanna Kowatch, Yonkers, OCTOBER 5 the evening. the Capuchins. Following his no- is a credit to our Cyrilo-Methodian N.Y., a member of Assembly 219, Deborah D. Lubatti, North Brad- These evenings offer the oppor- vitiate, he received a licentiate in heritage of faith. Ad multos annos! Yonkers, N.Y. dock, Pa., a member of Assembly tunity to learn more about our rich Emilie Elizabeth Macurak, Ac- 179, Braddock, Pa. Slovak heritage and culture in a Events hosted by the United Slovak Societies of Lorain, Oh. worth, Ga., a member of Wreath 22, OCTOBER 6 pleasant and congenial atmosphere. Pittsburgh, Pa. Patricia L. Bitz, Streamwood, (Continued from page 3) 244-1293 or visit their website, www. Paul J. Spisak, Jr., Johnstown, Ill., a member of Assembly 257, cial guests the Celebration Ringers. americanslovakclub.com. Pa., a member of Wreath 14, John- Chicago, Ill. Tickets are $20.00 per person and a The American Slovak Club has stown, Pa. Maria Jurasi, Garfield, N.J., Print That Again cash bar will be available. Advance enjoyed a proud history. It continues Angelina Marie White, Hunlock a member of Assembly 182, New The mineograph machine was ticket sales only. For reservations, to host activities for every member Creek, Pa., a member of Assembly York, N.Y. just another of the many cre- call Len at 440-988-3236. An enjoy- of the family, celebrating our Slovak 59, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Dolores A. Yonkoski, Dunlo, Pa., atins now taken for granted whch able evening is assured. traditions and heritage. We hope to SEPTEMBER 26 president of Assembly 82, Dunlo, Pa. emerged from the inventive mnd The American Slovak Club is see many of our Lorain Sokols and Nina Hichak, Campbell Hall, OCTOBER 7 of Thomas Edison. Edison received also seeking children and juniors to Sokolky at upcoming activities host- N.Y., a member of Assembly 219, Mary Barcelowsky, The Vil- Patent No.180,857 for his “method participate in the club’s Bumper and ed by the club. Yonkers, N.Y. lages, FL, a member of Wreath 2, of preparign autographic stencils for Slovak Junion Bowling Leagues held Zdar Boh! Karen Zagrocki, Pittsburgh, Pa., a Passaic, N.J. printing” on August 6, 1876. at the alleys of the club. Those inter- Michele Mager member of Wreath 22, Pittsburgh, Pa. Matthew D. Duska, Villanova, ested in joining their leagues should Secretary, United SEPTEMBER 27 Pa., member of Assembly 64, Erie, Pa. Pity 5 Ages of Mankind contact the Slovak Club alleys at 440- Slovak Societies John R. Aleski, Pittston, Pa., a Emily Nicole Goberish, Am- 1 - At age three, he/she knows member of Assembly 59, Wilkes- bridge, Pa., a member of Wreath 85, how to ask questions.(Though he/ Sokol Calendar Barre, Pa. MeKees Rocks, Pa. she seldom listens to answer or un- Corrin Fesko, Johnstown, Pa., a Linda M. Simko, Barberton, Oh., derstands them.) (Continued from page 3) SUN.NOV.15 member of Wreath 14, Johnstown, a member of Wreath 43, Akron, Oh. 2 -At age eighteen, if he/she Q 33rd annual St. Martin Day Cel- Pa. Michael G. Spisak, Johnstown, doesn’t know it, isn’t worth know- 1-5 p.m., cultural displays, lectures, ebration hosted by Group 2 in Strat- Jacqueline Sinder, Pittsburgh, Pa., a member of Wreath 14, John- ing. imported Slovak crafts, ethnic food, ford, Conn. beginning with Mass at 11 Pa., a member of Wreath 14, John- stown, Pa. 3 - At age thirty-fi ve, he/she at cultural program; free admission, a.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Church, stown, Pa. OCTOBER 8 least knows how to do his or her for information call Christine Metal 1950 Barnum Avenue, reception and SEPTEMBER 28 Caden Patrick Buck, Poland, own job well. (412)624-5906. luncheon to follow at the Blue Goose Rev. Matthew S. Ernest, Ph.D., Oh., a member of Assembly 108, 4 -At age fi fty, he/she knows how SUN.NOV.7 Restaurant; tickets $32.00 members St. Joseph’s Seminary, Dunwoodie, Youngstoswn, Oh. little he/she really knows about any- Q 91st annual meeting of the New and $42.00 guests; for reservations Yonkers, N.Y, a member of Assembly Robert Cupper, Belle Vernon, thing. England Fraternal Alliance, New Ha- call Eileen S. Wilson (203)378-8837, 219, Yonkers, N.Y. Pa., a member of Assembly 127, 5 - At age sixty-fi ve, he/she ven, Conn. deadline for reservations is October Katie Beth Topolewski, Rose- Monessen, Pa. knows he/she will never live long SAT.NOV.14 25. mont, Pa., a member of Wreath 14, Msgr. Michael J. Chaback, enough to know anything at all. Q Lucina Slovak Folklore Ensemble SAT.DEC.12 Johnstown, Pa. S.T.D., Northampton, Pa., Chaplain of of Cleveland benefi t “An Evening in Q Annual Children’s Christmas party Julie Korenoski, Johnstown, Pa., Group 10 and a member of Assembly Smile For Health the Heart of Europe” featuring din- hosted by Assembly 16 and Wreath a member of Wreath 14, Johnstown, 78, Bethlehem, Pa. Cheerful people are usually more ner and cultural program celebrating 22 for members ages 0-12 at the Slo- Pa. Stephanie Ann Chiaro, Chesa- healthy than those who ae glum. Slovak music and dance at the Holy vak Catholic Club, 2912 East Carson Matthew Kubacka, Johnstown, peake, VA, a member of Wreath 54, Scientists have proven this fact. The Spirit Party Center, 5500 West 54th St., South Side, Pittsburgh, Pa., doors Pa., a member of Wreath 14, John- Youngstown, Oh. cheerful simply resist disease more St., Parma, Oh., dinner at 6:30 p.m. open at 12 noon, festivities begin at 1 stown, Pa. OCTOBER 9 readily. followed by cultural program at 7:30 p.m., reservations necessary, call Car- Joseph Kmetz, Virginia Beach, Hunter Kowatch, Yonkers, In other words, the surly bird p.m., tickets $50.00 per person, ad- mella Marec at tel. 412-414-9249 or Va., a member of Wreath 14, John- N.Y., a member of Assembly 219, catches the germ. vance reservations only, call Tom email: [email protected], reserva- stown, Pa. Yonkers, N.Y. Ivanec (440)668-7797. tion deadline is Nov. 25th. PAGE 8 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

60th International Golf Tournament Winners include: A and B Flight, David Iskra, Sr.; Senior Flight, Frank Wakmunski; C Flight, Corey Shedlock; Callaway Flight, Ryan Burfi eld and Women’s Flight, Stephanie Skorupka (Continued from page 1) lock fi nished in 1st Place with a SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL hotel to shower and prepare for the net score of 122. Corey shot an 85 outdoor Mass celebrated by our Su- on Saturday and an 89 on Sunday 60TH INTERNATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT preme Chaplin Reverend Andrew and a 26 stroke per round handicap. S. Hvozdovic. Father Andrew is the Carson Cunningham fi nished with Pastor at Epiphany Parish in Sayre, a 175 scratch score and a 25 stroke Valley Course Mountain Course Pa., and made the two and half hour handicap to fi nish with a net score drive to celebrate Holy Mass to sat- of 125, just three strokes behind the PARTICIPANT HCAP PRIZE isfy the Sunday obligation for all of leader. Robert Shedlock fi nished in LAST NAME FIRST NAME TTL HCP NET TTL HCP NET TOTAL MONEY the golfers and guests at the at the third place with a net score of 140. annual sporting event. In the Senior Division Frank Wak- “A/B” FLIGHT WINNERS After Mass, the golfers and munsiki shot a 95 on Saturday and ISKRA SR DAVID 76 7 69 71 7 64 133 $ 150.00 guests enjoyed an extended happy a 99 on Sunday plus a two day 72 RASIMAS ANTHONY C 83 16 67 90 16 74 141 $ 90.00 hour and a delicious banquet that stroke handicap, to fi nish with a ISKRA JR THOMAS 80 6 74 78 6 72 146 $ 57.50 included New York Strip Steak 122. Don Koval had an excellent ORAVETZ ZACH 88 15 73 88 15 73 146 $ 57.50 grilled to your request, salad, baked round on Sunday and fi nished with MACURAK ADAM 76 7 69 86 7 79 148 $ 40.00 potatoes, vegetables, rolls and soft a 194 scratch score and a 42 stroke MACKO BOB 87 14 73 90 14 76 149 $ 30.00 drinks and water. The outdoor ven- handicap to fi nish with a net score MACURAK NICK 84 16 68 98 16 82 150 $ 25.00 ue was a big hit and let everyone of 137. Frank Pompiano played enjoy the pleasant mountain air and solid golf on both days fi nishing scenic views from the clubhouse. with a 202 scratch score, and a net “A/B” FLIGHT TOTAL $ 450.00 Following the banquet the Su- score of 138 with handicap. preme Director of Sports and Ath- Ryan Burfi eld fi nished in fi rst letics, Edward D. Moeller extended place in the Callaway Division “C” FLIGHT WINNERS a warm welcome to all of the golfers shooting a 95 on Saturday and a 90 SHEDLOCK COREY 85 26 59 89 26 63 122 $ 150.00 and guests and introduced the guest on Sunday, with a 38 stroke handi- CUUNINGHAM CARSON 90 25 65 85 25 60 125 $ 100.00 speaker of the evening, Supreme cap, a net score of 146. Dave Iskra, SHEDLOCK ROBERT 86 22 64 98 22 76 140 $ 80.00 Secretary Steven M. Pogorelec, Jr., fi nished in a second place tie FRANCIS JUSTIN 98 26 72 96 26 70 142 $ 70.00 FIC. Brother Pogorelec thanked all with Joe Karaffa as both shot a 150. MACKO JAY 101 25 76 93 25 68 144 $ 60.00 of the fellow golfers for attending Dave Iskra, Jr., had a scratch score MOELLER BEN 94 22 72 95 22 73 145 $ 50.00 the 2015 Golf Tournament to en- of 197 and a handicap of 47 and Joe MACKO DONALD 99 22 77 93 22 71 148 $ 40.00 joy the fraternalism and camarade- Karaffa had a better scratch score of SADOWYJ JESSE 106 27 79 98 27 71 150 $ 20.00 rie that is always present at the fi nal 172, but his handicap was only 22 annual sporting event of the year. strokes. Brother Pogorelec announced the In the Women’s Division, Steph- “C” FLIGHT TOTAL $ 570.00 Frank S. Petruff Memorial Sports anie Skorupka fi nished in 1st Place Award winner for 2015, Robert S. with a net score of 150. Stephanie Harak from Reading, Pennsylva- shot a 100 on Saturday and a 101 “CALLAWAY” FLIGHT WINNERS nia. Brother Bob Harak has partici- on Sunday plus a 41 pin handicap. BURFIELD RYAN 95 21 74 90 18 72 146 $ 150.00 pated in the annual SCS Golf Tour- Linda Frank fi nished in 2nd Place KARAFFA JOE 85 12 73 87 10 77 150 $ 67.50 nament for decades and continues with a 203 scratch score and a net ISKRA JR DAVID 108 31 77 89 16 73 150 $ 67.50 to promote our fraternal society score of 152. Carolyn Macko shot a PETRUS THOMAS 100 24 76 91 14 77 153 $ 30.00 at the group and national levels. 110 on Saturday and a 117 on Sun- WALSH PHIL 116 38 78 116 40 76 154 $ 15.00 Past recipients of this award were day to fi nish with a scratch score a in attendance including Joseph L 227 and a 74 handicap, to fi nish in Genet, 2000, Thomas P. Muldoon, third place with a 153. “CALLAWAY” FLIGHT TOTAL $ 330.00 Jr., 2008 Loretta G. Swift, 2011, This was the last annual Frater- Karol Talafous, 2012 and Peter S. nal Sporting Event for Supreme Underation, 2014. Director of Sports and Athletics for “SENIOR” FLIGHT WINNERS Sunday morning was bright and Edward D. Moeller. It was a plea- WAKSMUNSKI FRANCIS 95 36 59 99 36 63 122 $150.00 sunny at the Mountain Course, but sure to work with Ed and I would KOVAL DONALD 94 21 73 85 21 64 137 $110.00 some of the golfers were feeling a like to personally thank him for all POMPIANO FRANK 105 32 73 97 32 65 138 $100.00 little lethargic after golfi ng 36 holes of the hard work and dedication for SHEDLOCK KEITH 89 19 70 90 19 71 141 $ 85.00 in the past two days; therefor, they the in the past eight years for the KOVAL STEVE 99 24 75 92 24 68 143 $ 75.00 were happy that the starting time Slovak Catholic Sokol. ONDERKO JOHN 106 30 76 100 30 70 146 $ 65.00 was at 9:00 am. The participants I hope that all of the participants YOURICH ANDY 92 16 76 87 16 71 147 $ 45.00 also paid another $5.00 each, clos- enjoyed the 60th International Golf PETRUS MICHAEL 91 21 70 98 21 77 147 $ 45.00 est to the pin on the four Par 3’s on Tournament which was the fi nal MULDOON JR TOM 87 15 72 91 15 76 148 $ 30.00 the Mountain Course. The Moun- event in a very busy year. The fra- CHECTON CLARENCE 102 27 75 103 27 76 151 $ 25.00 tain Course is a Par 72, 5,635 Yard ternal activities began in May with BAKER ED 95 18 77 94 18 76 153 $ 20.00 Course from the white tees, nearly the Bowling Tournament in Cleve- 100 yards longer than the Val- land, Ohio. In early July the activi- ley Course. Dave Iskra, Sr., also ties shifted to western Pennsylvania “SENIOR” FLIGHT TOTAL $ 750.00 had the best scratch score on the for the 47th International Slet held Mountain Course with a 71. Dave’s at Slippery Rock University. Many brother, Tom Iskra, Jr., shot an 78, also attended our quadrennial Con- “WOMEN” FLIGHT WINNERS followed by Jim Macurak who shot vention in Pittsburgh in early Au- SKORUPKA STEPHANIE 100 26 74 101 25 76 150 $ 150.00 an 82 and Linda Frank from the gust. FRANK LINDA 104 29 75 99 22 77 152 $ 100.00 Women’s Flight shot a 99. Congratulations to all of our MACKO CAROL 110 34 76 117 40 77 153 $ 75.00 Dave Iskra, Sr., from Wilkes- members who participated in one GUBA GLORIA 102 25 77 103 26 77 154 $ 50.00 Barre, Pa., won the A/B Flight with of more Local, Group or Interna- SMITH LORETTA 111 32 79 105 28 77 156 $ 15.00 a scratch score of 147 and 14 stroke tional activities sponsored by the GREGA SUSAN 122 44 78 111 33 78 156 $ 15.00 handicap, for a net score of 133. Slovak Catholic Sokol in 2015. PALCHANIS KELLY 126 48 78 128 50 78 156 $ 15.00 Tony Rasimas, another veteran Please check our Website to fi nd golfer also from nearby Wilkes- out details about all of the sched- Barre, Pa, had a net score of 141 uled 2016 activities that includes that was good for 2nd Place. Zach dates and locations for the Basket- “WOMEN” FLIGHT TOTAL $ 420.00 Oravetz and Tom Iskra Jr. fi nished ball/Volleyball Tournament, Bowl- in a 3rd Place tie with 36 hole total ing Tournament, Softball Tourna- of 146. ment, Clinic and Golf Tournament. TOTAL PRIZE PAYOUT $2,520.00 In the C Flight, Corey Shed- Zdar Boh!

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Scenes of the 60th International Golf Tournament – Barnersville, Pa.

Supreme Secretary Steven M.Pogorelec, F.I.C., second from the left is shown presenting the Frank S.Petruff Memorial Sports Award to Robert S. Harak. Looking on are, l-r, Su- Joseph L. Genet of Group 5, a 2000 Frank S. Petruff Memorial Sports Award recipi- preme Sports Director Edward D.Moeller, and past recipients, Joseph Genet, 2000 and ent, second from the left, is shown with fellow golfers including from the left, Carson Thomas Muldoon, Jr., 2008. Cunningham, second place in the C Flight; Tom Petrus and Kevin Matlon.

Lovely Sokolky enjoying this year’s tournament included, l-r, Susan Grega, Kathy Harak, Our Women’s Flight winner, Stephanie Skorupka is shown above in excellent form Gloria Guba and Karen Bakita. during the tournament competition.

Well-known Group 17 golfers enjoying this year’s competition included, from the left, Judy Babik, Loretta Smith, Mary Margaret Starr and Linda Frank, who took second place honors in the Women’s Flight. Enjoying this year’s competition are avid Sokol golfers, including Supreme Secretary Steven M. Pogorelec, F.I.C. and newly elected Supreme Phyusical Director John M. Underation.

Enjoying this year’s tournament were, from the left, Lou Smeriglio, Bryan Coogan, Enjoying the competition are, l-r, Marianne Hudzik, Kelly Palchanis, Heather Hor- David Iskra, Jr., who was a second place tie in the Callaway Flight; and Justin Francis. vath and her dad, our newly elected Supreme President Michael J. Horvath. PAGE 10 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Scenes of the Dedication of the Sokol Club Addition and Summer Picnic Hosted by Assembly 25 & Wreath 15 Slovak Catholic Sokol Pavilion + Perryopolis, Pa. + Sunday, August 16 Sunday, August 16 was a memorable sure until 8 p.m. An enjoyable time was had day in the life of the Slovak Catholic So- by all. The Slovak Catholic Sokol enjoys a kol in the western Pennsylvania hamlet rich history in Perryopolis. Just three years of Perryopolis. On that day, with perfect after the founding the national organization summer weather and a large crowd of So- on July 5, 1908, a group of young Slovak kol members, the solemn dedication of the immigrant men established Assembly 25 new addition to the Slovak Catholic Sokol and chose SS. Cyril and Methodius as pa- Club took place. At 1 p.m., the Rev. An- trons of the lodge. Two years later, a group thony Ditto, pastor of St. John the Baptist of Slovak immigrant women established Parish in Perryopolis solemnly blessed Wreath 15. Thus for more than a century, and dedicated the new facility. Following the Perryopolis lodges have actively par- the dedication of the new club addition ticipated in Sokol sporting, fraternal and which provides expansive and modern cultural activities. With its new facility, Per- facilities, the traditional Family Summer ryopolis looks to continue to promote the Picnic was enjoyed with plenty of good high ideals of Sokol good sportsmanship food, games for children and adults alike and fellowship in the years ahead. Thanks and music for dancing and listening plea- to all who made the addition possible.

The Rev. Anthony Ditto, pastor of St. John the Baptist Parish in Perryopolis, far right, is shown during the dedication ceremony blessing the new Sokol Club facility. Look- ing on are offi cers of Assembly 25 including, l-r, Robert Krukowsky, William Conn and Michael T. Matras, president. SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 PAGE 11 Scenes of the 47th International Slet Among the Groups participating at Slippery Rock University + Slippery Rock, Pa. + July 14-18 PAGE 12 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

return until the fall of Communism in 1989, added Sandtner. What's making headlines in our ancestral homeland Slovak Philharmonic opens season with pilgrims The 67th season of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra will open on Friday, September 11 with a musical-drama proj- ect by Slovak composer Egon Krak titled ‘Pilgrims’, which is dedicated to the 200th anniversary of the birth of Ludovit Stur, a major leader on the Slovak national revival and confi der of the Slovak language. The work by Krak is made up of various fragments of Stur movement literature - poetry by Stur, Jan Botto, Samo Cha- lupka, Janko, Kral and Andrej Sladkovic. “It aims to present a romantic vision of characters from various texts of the afore- News and Views from Slovakia... mentioned authors. Music and poetry are mixed together in the performance. The music has been chosen to refl ect traditional European musical modernism. This melodrama consists of Obama sends telegram to Kiska Foreign demand increased by 4.4 percent, while the do- seven parts, lasts for nearly an hour and isn’t like any traditional to mark Constitution Day mestic demand by 4.7 percent in the same period which is the fusion of incidental music, poetry and acting performances, “ U.S. President Barack H. Obama has sent a telegram to fastest year-on -year increase recorded since the second quarter said Egon Krak. his Slovak counterpart, Andrej Kiska expressing his “heartfelt of 2011. Foreign demand decreased by 6 percent. Apart from the anniversary production, Pilgrims will also congratulations” on the occasion of Slovakia’s Constitution Public administration’s consumption has increased by be performed in various Slovak and foreign cities such as Ban- Day which was observed on September 1, Martin Liptak from 4.1 percent and households’ consumption by 2.3 percent. ska Stiavnica, Zilina, Martin, Paris and Berlin. the President’s Offi ce press department announced on Septem- The nominal volume of GDP amounted to $39 billion in ber 7. the fi rst half of 2015. Compared to 2014, it increased by 2.8 President Obama in the letter stated that the mutual com- percent in retail prices and by 3.2 percent in fi xed prices. mitment of the United States and Slovakia to the “transatlan- tic family” reinforces both country’s partnership in building Summer of 2015 in Slovakia is a united, free and peaceful Europe. Slovakia’s transition to a hottest in recorded history democratic society remains an invaluable example for coun- This year’s summer in Slovakia was the hottest in record- tries that are still on the road to democracy, wrote Obama in ed meteorological history, with highest value of average air the telegram. temperatures reached 23.6 degrees Celsius(74 degrees Fahr- Obama added that he’s looking forward to seeing co- enheit) in Ziharec(Nitra region), according to the analysis from operation with Slovakia and the entire region deepen further, the Slovak Hydrometeorological Offi ce (SHMU) summer. mainly in promoting human rights and the rule of law, which “Positive deviations of this air temperature character- he described as “two essential pillars of every truly open and istics from normal equalled as much as three or four degrees free nation.” Celsius. Values of even one degree Celsius in terms of positive deviation are already abnormal,” reads the analysis. Slovak and Hungarian ministers A characteristic aspect of summer 2015 was an extremely agree V4 must be unifi ed on migration long number of days when maximum air temperatures reached The countries of the Visegrad Four(V4 - the Czech Re- 35 degrees Celsius(95 degrees Fahrenheit) and more. “At the public, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia) must present a unifi ed most exposes places, there were more than 20 such days, an position on the immigration issue, Hungarian Foreign Affairs all-time fi rst in the history of meteorological measurements, “ and Trade Minister Peter Szijjarto and Slovak Foreign Affairs says the text. Minister Miroslav Lajcak agreed during a phone call on Sep- This also holds true for the number of days when mini- tember 7, Hungarian Foreign Affairs Ministry spokesman En- mum air temperature didn’t drop below 20 degrees Celsius(70 dre Kovacs informed TASR on the same day. degrees Fahrenheit). In the period between June 1, 2015 - Au- The ministers concurred that the European strategy can’t gust 31, 2015, there was a total of 26 days recorded in Bratisla- be based on quotos. Szijjarto told Lajck that more than 150,000 va’s Koliba borough. illegal migrants have entered Hungary this year and that since Also noteworthy is the number of tropical days in north- last week the situation has changed, with migrants becoming western and northern Orava region and the Poprad Basin, more aggressive towards representatives of the Hungarian au- where such days had previously never occurred, yet now the thorities. recorded count came in double digits. Lajcak told TASR that he also discussed migration with his Czech counterpart Lubomir Zaoralek in preparations for a Communist eviction of religious summit of the V4 prime ministers and in an exchange of views women commemorted in Bratislava on current developments regarding this issue. Religious Sisters and others who remember the eviction of nuns from Slovak convents by the Czechoslovak Commu- Kiska speaks to Poroshenko, pledges nist regime in August 1950 gathered at the Memorial to Victims further gas supplies to Ukraine of the Communist Regime on Jakobovo Namestie(square) in Slovak President Andrej Kiska talked with his Ukrainian Bratislava on Augut 29 to commemorate the so-called ‘Action counterpart Pero Poroshenko on the phone on September 3 and Nuns’ congratulated him on the recent Independence Day of Ukraine “The Action Nuns was an operation of the Communist remembered annually on August 24, TASR learned from Mar- regime aimed at the eviction of nuns from convents. When tin Liptak of the president’s offi ce later on the same day. the monasteries of male religious were shut down in April Kiska also stressed that Slovakia will continue to provide and May of 1950, religious communities of women were gas supplies to its eastern neighbor. “A sovereign, independent left alone. Nevertheless, the fi rst nuns were evicted as part of and stable Ukraine is not only in the interest of the Ukraini- the initial wave called ‘R1’ on August 29, 1950. It concerned an people, but also in the interest of Slovakia. Slovakia will mainly nuns in education,” said confederation of Political Pris- oners vice-chairman Peter Sandtner. A unique astrological clock may be found in Stara Bys- continue to endorse Ukraine in its efforts to join the European trica, located in central Slovakia. This artistic gem in- Union,” said Kiska. The fi rst eviction was included 1,900 religious women. “Another 1,600 nuns working in hospitals were left,” said cludes an array of hand-carved statues depicting religious The two offi cials also discussed latest developments in and national fi gures close to the Slovak people. Its largest eastern Ukraine and the state of affairs in the reform process Sandtner, adding that these nuns were evicted some time later. The nuns were then transported to the co-called ‘central- fi gure is a seated wood carved statue of Our Mother of in the country. Sorrows, patroness of Slovakia. Also portrayed are seven Poroshenko recognized Slovakia’s help to Ukraine to ization camps’ located throughout Slovakia. “They worked mainly in agriculture, some of them were living directly on hand-carved wooden statues of saints associated with date, and asked for the gas supplies to continue, as they are im- Slovakia, namely the great evangelizers, Saints Cyril and portant for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty and economy. farms in very poor conditions. In 1951, an operation was launched to transport Slovak nuns to remote Czech border- Methodius, Saint Gorazd, an early followed of these apos- tles; Saint Andrew Svorad, Saint Benedict Skalka, Saint Stats Offi ce: Slovakia’s economic lands, in order to cleanse Slovakia completely of nuns,” said Sandtner, adding that these religious women were then forced Bystrik and St. Adalbert(Vojtech). These statues are the growth rose by 3.2 percent in 2Q15 work of the noted wood carver, Peter Kunik. Also includ- The Slovak Statistics Offi ce announced at a press confer- to work in textile factories. Only elderly and ill nuns were left in Slovakia - they were ed are an array of statues of national fi gures in Slovak his- ence on September 4 that the economic growth in Slovakia in tory including the early leaders Prince Pribina, and King the second quarter of 2015 rose by 3.2 percent compared to placed in charity houses. Nuns were allowed to return to Slo- vakia during the Prague Spring in 1968, while others couldn’t Svatopluk. In addition, fi gures from the 19th century por- the same period in 2014 and by 0.8 percent compared to the trayed include Anton Bernolak and Ludovit Stur as well previous quarter. as 20th century personalities General Milan R. Stefanik Selected stories are provided by TASR-Slovakia, the The GDP volume in retail prices in the period of April- and Msgr. Andrew Hlinka. This unique structure has be- Slovak Republic’s offi cial News Agency. June increased by 3 percent year-on-year to $201 billion. come a popular tourist attraction in central Slovakia. SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 PAGE 13

Reports of the Supreme Offi cers Presented at the 32nd National Convention

REPORT OF THE SUPREME SECRETARY pate and represent our organization at many fraternal functions and activities since our last convention. Slavna Konvencia: I am always delighted to attend the activities of the various Groups and lodges of In compliance with Section 4.3, article (l) of the Constitution and Bylaws of the our society. This gives me a wonderful opportunity to meet many of our members, offi cers, Slovak Catholic Sokol, I hereby submit my written report to this 32nd National Convention. and Sokol leaders. I have had the privilege to speak at several events and share the many My duties and responsibilities as Supreme Secretary of our fraternal programs and benefi ts available to Slovak Catholic Sokol members. We should all organization are clearly defi ned in our bylaws and I have, as required, performed them to be very proud of the numerous charitable, educational, patriotic, and religious contributions the best of my ability. and programs supported by our society. I wish to express my sincere thanks to the delegates of the 31st National Conven- As per Section 4.3 (m) of the Constitution and Bylaws, I have recorded the min- tion, held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for re-electing me to this offi ce, my sixth term as utes of all the Quarterly Meetings of the Board of Directors, and had the detailed minutes Supreme Secretary. I have always, along with my fellow Supreme Offi cers, made a sincere of these meetings published in a timely manner in our Slovak Catholic Falcon publication. I effort to make appropriate decisions after careful deliberation and to be ever mindful of what have attended the Annual Meetings of the Supreme Physical Fitness Board as my schedule is in the best interest for our members and our beloved organization. I am certain that after allowed and offered my guidance and experience as needed. A very successful Group Presi- reviewing our Supreme Offi cers’ reports and the fi nancial reports since our last Convention, dents Meeting was held and arranged with the assistance of our Supreme President, Larry you will agree with me that our organization has operated competently and as well as can be M. Glugosh on August 17, 2013 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh Green Tree Hotel expected considering the sluggish economy and low interest rate environment we are deal- in Pittsburgh, PA. Signifi cant information relative to our organization was presented and all ing with. the deliberations from the above meetings have been printed in the Slovak Catholic Falcon As per the oath which I took at the last Convention, I have sincerely and faithfully in a well-timed manner. devoted my time and knowledge to the continued progress and growth of our wonderful Each year it has been a distinct pleasure to participate in the selection of the S.C.S. organization. As required, I have executed and carried into effect all the approved motions “Fraternalist of the Year” selection and the recognition there of. I have attended and partici- and recommendations of the Convention and the Board of Directors. I am honored to serve pated in as many of our International sporting events as my schedule has allowed. Also, I in this the 110th year of our great organization’s existence have assisted our Supreme Auditors with their Annual Audits as well as their Semi-Annual HOME OFFICE EFFICIENCY Audits conducted here at the Home Offi ce in Passaic, NJ. In addition, during the past four The employees at the Home Offi ce are devoted to providing knowledgeable, and years I have also served on the Scholarship Advisory/Selection Committee and on the Busi- effi cient service to our membership on a daily basis. All death claims, cash surrenders, an- ness Development Committee. nuities, new applications, loans, mortgage, scholarship and seminarian grant applications OTHER FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES and information, billing, processing dividends, updating the newspaper listing, S.C.S. cook- An important function of our Slovak Catholic Sokol society is to be acquainted book requests, etc. are processed without delay provided all the necessary documentation with others and to also to be active with various other groups and organizations. Participa- is received. They also update important personal data such as Social Security numbers, tion and attendance at meetings with other Slovak organizations, such as the Slovak League name changes, addresses and change of benefi ciaries to keep membership records as up to of America and the Slovak Catholic Federation, creates goodwill and an opportunity for the date as possible. A bilingual method of correspondence still continues to be practiced at the sharing of ideas and opinions for the betterment of all those involved. In addition we pro- Home Offi ce; about 5% of our communication is in Slovak and 95% is in English. We have mote and support our society’s representation and attendance at the meetings of the Ameri- upgraded the computer system at the Home Offi ce with new software and sharing of a main- can Fraternal Alliance formerly the National Fraternal Congress of America and the indi- frame with another fraternal organization. Several of our former Home Offi ce employees vidual State Fraternal Congresses where our organization is licensed continues to be very have retired since our last Convention and we have replaced them with new personnel who benefi cial to our society with the many changes that take place. The contact and recognition are all doing an excellent job. our members and organization receives is always complimentary. It is necessary and most The Slovak Catholic Sokol continues to be easily accessible and up-to-date on the important to continue to remain active and be represented within these organizations in the Internet with its own web site and email address and more serviceable to our membership future as we have in the past. by enabling them to access the various forms needed to update their personal information I continue to serve on the Executive Committee of the New Jersey/New York and needs in an effi cient manner. American Fraternal Alliance and have represented the Slovak Catholic Sokol at the Con- SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON gress’s various meetings and Convention. I also serve on the Executive Board of the Passaic- It should be noted that the Slovak Catholic Falcon has been in print edition for 104 Bergen-Hudson Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors and attend their monthly years. Through the efforts of our Editor and staff the Slovak Catholic Falcon continues to re- meetings, and am a member of the New Jersey State Association of Fraternal Insurance port on the various proceedings of our organization, as well as informing the membership of Counsellors and attend meetings where we often receive continuing education credits. the numerous fraternal and volunteer programs that we support. We respectfully remember STATE EXAMINATION our deceased sisters and brothers when the obituary information is provided to us. Monthly Since our last Convention the State of New Jersey Department of Banking and fi nancial reports and minutes of all Board meetings are printed in a timely manner through- Insurance conducted a Conditional Examination audit of the Society’s records for the four- out the year for the membership’s information and to use for reference. year period for 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. The examiners were at the Home Offi ce from MEMBERSHIP December 16, 2013 until April 16, 2014. The Insurance Examiners reviewed all records We had been challenged with the continued decrease of certifi cates and members and reports as mandated by the State of New Jersey and presented their results. I am very over the past fi fty years. Many other fraternal organizations are experiencing a decline with- pleased to report that our books, investments, and various insurance related requirements in their societies. However, with the addition of a full time Director of Sales and Marketing have been performed to the satisfaction of the State of New Jersey Insurance Examiners. and his oversight of creating and establishing an agency system with licensed agents and our The four year Examination Report of the Slovak Catholic Sokol as of December 31, 2012 own recommenders we are beginning to see the positive results. Our thanks and apprecia- was adopted by the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance of the State of New Jersey and tion to Brother Albert J. Suess, Jr. F.I.C. for the job he is doing as well as our underwriting was fi led on May 14, 2014. Pursuant to statue, fi nal copies of the report were distributed to department and entire Home Offi ce staff. the Departments of Insurance in the states in which we are licensed, to all members of the LIFE AND ANNUITY NEW ISSUES Board of Directors and recorded as such in the minutes of the Board of Directors Quarterly 2011 ...... 362 meeting. 2012 ...... 642 45th INTERNATIONAL SLET AND 31st NATIONAL CONVENTION 2013 ...... 964 Two very important activities took place during 2011, namely our 45th Interna- 2014 ...... 1,209 tional Slet and our 31st National Convention. The 45th Slovak Catholic Sokol International Total 3,177 Slet was conducted July 12-16, 2011 at Kutztown University in Kutztown, Pennsylvania DECREASE/INCREASE IN CERTIFICATES and 223 athletes from 9 Groups competed and participated in the Slet program. The Slovak 2011 ...... 860 -498 Catholic Sokol spirit, sportsmanship, and camaraderie prevailed during the week of compe- 2012 ...... 862 -220 tition and at the closing ceremonies of the Slet. 2013 ...... 885 +79 2011 – 45th INTERNATIONAL SLET EXPENSES 2014 ...... 840 +369 Lodging $ 31,166.50 Total 3,447 -270 Groups Transportation 24,593.90 TOTAL CERTIFICATES – 1/1/11 32,256 Meals 18,005.04 12/31/14 31,986 Physical Fitness Board Members 14,847.20 The previous four year period of 2007 - 2010 refl ected a decrease of 2,072 certifi - Group Directors/Assistants/Sports Directors 5,850.00 cates. As you can see this is a tremendous improvement which we are thankful for. Board of Directors 4,098.55 I bring this once again to your attention because the Society continues to address Trophies/Medals 2,500.00 the issue of increasing membership and the need to increase premium income. Our Director Track/Field Expenses 2,321.56 of Sales and Marketing has worked hard with our agents and recommenders and the results Calisthenics Offi cials 2,092.34 speak for themselves, we are hopeful this trend will continue. Chaperones 2,080.34 CONSOLIDATION OF ASSEMBLIES/WREATHS Gymnastic Expenses 2,078.70 At various times, it has become necessary to merge certain Assemblies and Printing 630.00 Wreaths, due to members’ lack of interest in becoming offi cers and other various reasons. Participant Recreation 412.88 As of 12-31-11 there were 99 Assemblies/Wreaths and as of 12-31-14 we had on record 93 Props 373.15 Assemblies/Wreaths. Liability Insurance 300.00 SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL ACTIVITIES Miscellaneous Supplies 219.06 As your Supreme Secretary, I have had the privilege and the opportunity to partici- (Continued on page 14) PAGE 14 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

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(Continued from page 13) 2014 CLINIC (KURZ) – YOUTH CAMP YMCA CAMP FITCH Sub Total Expenses $ 111,569.22 The 2014 Clinic and Youth Camp was conducted by the Supreme Physical Direc- Less: Credit Group Transportation $ (11,823.00) tor and Supreme Physical Directress, and assisted by the members of the Supreme Physical Less: Group Share of Expenses $ (28,173.50) Board on August 14-17, 2014 at Camp Fitch in North Springfi eld, PA. Six of our nineteen Total Home Offi ce Expense $ 71,572.72 groups sent representatives to the Clinic and a lot of information was reviewed. There were twenty participants who registered to attend the Youth Camp. Following the conclusion of the Slet it was time to focus on the 31st National Convention. The Convention was held at the Radisson Green Tree Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA 2014 CLINIC (KURZ) –YOUTH CAMP EXPENSES from July 31 – August 3, 2011. The 223 delegates conducted business throughout the four Per Diems - Staff and Participants $ 8,822.32 days and elected the individuals to serve for the next four year period. A detailed report of Transportation - Staff and Participants 7,101.63 the expenses follows: Meals, Lodging, Facilities 3,480.00 2011 – 31st QUADRENNIAL CONVENTION Props & Equipment 583.56 Recreation, Souvenirs 572.73 Meals & Banquet Charges Supplies 160.69 $ 93,607.16 Telephone & Postage & Forms 60.60 Lodging 54,631.67 Subtotal $ 20,781.53 Travel Expenses 47,992.26 Less Group 3 – 2 Extra Participants -240.00 Per Diem Offi cers & Delegates 29,150.00 Total Clinic Expense $ 20,541.53 Committees 21,298.72 Camp Expense $ 4,800.00 Donations 16,400.00 Less Camp Reimbursements -2,400.00 Gifts for Delegates 11,727.73 Total Camp Expense $ 2,400.00 Printing 10,299.17 Offi ce Expenses 4,065.40 EVENTS - MEETINGS – ACTIVITIES Audio Visual Sound System 3,586.92 I would like to briefl y review some of the committees, meetings, and activities which Photo Expense 2,150.00 I was privileged to be a part of and attend as a representative of our organization over the past Postage, Telephone 1,531.30 four years. Advertising and Promotional 889.66 As a member of the Convention Verifi cation and Eligibility Committee, we reviewed Planning & Meeting 643.75 all the delegate forms at the Home Offi ce and verifi ed those who qualifi ed as Delegates to the Entertainment 300.00 31st National Convention to be held in August, 2011, as well as the 32nd National Convention Sub Total Expenses 298,273.74 to be held in August, 2015. I was available to assist the pre-convention Bylaws Committee and Less Reimbursements- Meals, Travel, Lodging (13,608.30) the New Motions Committee at the Home Offi ce to prepare for both Conventions. Total Cost of 31st National Convention $284,665.44 After a great deal of planning and preparation in 2011 we hosted our 31st Quadren- nial Convention in Pittsburgh, PA and I was re-elected by the delegates to my 6th consecutive 2012 CLINIC/KURZ term as Supreme Secretary. Upon the conclusion of the Convention an enormous amount of The 2012 Supreme Clinic (Kurz) was conducted by the Supreme Physical Direc- time was spent addressing and preparing the minutes and the new bylaw books. I met with the tor and Supreme Physical Directress, and assisted by the members of the Supreme Physical appointed Supreme Offi cers to review and approve the minutes of the S.C.S. 31st Quadrennial Fitness Board on June 28 – July 1, 2012 at Slippery Rock University in Slippery Rock, PA. Convention. This was the site of our 46th International Slet on July 16-20, 2013. Seven of our nineteen I represented our organization at the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association’s Con- groups sent representatives to the Clinic. The following expenses were incurred: vention in Baltimore, MD in October of 2011 along with our Supreme Chaplain and Supreme President. In addition, on October 15, 2011 we recognized our Slovak Catholic Sokol 2011 2012 CLINIC (KURZ) EXPENSES Fraternalist of the Year, namely Honorary Supreme Offi cer, Andrew J. (Butch) Hvozdovic. Per Diems – Staff & Participants $10,860.00 Also, along with our Supreme President, Supreme Treasurer and General Counsel we met Transportation – Staff & Participants 9,042.55 with the offi cers and members of Assembly 206 in Ambridge, PA in a continuing effort to Meals, Lodging, Facilities 8,297.79 resolve the illegal transfer of funds from Assembly 206 to the Social club. Props & Equipment 549.19 In 2012, as in the past, the Home Offi ce has welcomed numerous visitors and guests Insurance 300.00 from the United States, Canada, Slovakia and other fraternal organizations. Telephone, Postage & Forms 140.71 Events attended included the Annual Meeting of the Supreme Physical Fitness Subtotal 29,190.24 Board in Cleveland, OH. The 22nd International Basketball Tournament in Pittsburgh, PA, Less Group 3 – 2 Extra Participants (300.00) our 66th International Bowling Tournament in Wickliffe, OH, our 25th International Softball Total Expense $ 28,890.24 Tournament in Wilkes-Barre, PA and our 57th International Golf Tournament in DuBois, PA, as well as the 2012 Clinic in Slippery Rock, PA. 2013 – 46th INTERNATIONAL SLET Other events included attending the 40th National Convention of the Ladies Penn- Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA sylvania Slovak Catholic Union in Pocono Manor, PA, and the National Association of Frater- During the period of July 16-20, 2013, our organization hosted the 46th Interna- nal Insurance Counselors Convention in Las Vegas, NV. On September 2nd I was honored and tional Slet. The members of the Supreme Physical Fitness Board were responsible for the privileged with several other members of the Board of Directors to attend the Silver Jubilee successful outcome of the gymnastic, calisthenics, and athletic competitions throughout the Mass and reception of our Supreme Chaplain, Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic in Sayre, PA on the week. There were nine Groups and 236 participants. The Saturday evening closing cer- occasion of his 25th Anniversary Ordination to the Priesthood. In September we honored our emony performance was enthusiastically received by those in attendance. S.C.S. 2012 Fraternalist of the Year, Joan Yanosick in Pittsburgh, PA. In the year 2013 as in the past I attended the meetings of the Passaic-Bergen-Hud- 46th INTERNATIONAL SLET EXPENSES son Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, the New Jersey Fraternal Insurance Meals $ 32,352.56 Counselors and quarterly meetings of the New Jersey/New York Fraternal Alliance. When Lodging 31,440.68 my schedule allowed, I also attended the Slovak Catholic Federation Executive Board Meet- Groups Transportation 22,212.37 ings, and the Slovak League of America Meetings. I also attended the Annual Meeting of the Physical Fitness Board Members 12,555.58 American Fraternal Alliance in Hollywood, FL. Group Directors/Assistants/Sports Directors 7,068.00 In addition, I attended events at the Permanent Mission of Slovakia to the United Board of Directors 4,818.88 Nations in New York City and at the Slovak Embassy in Washington, D.C. Trophies/Medals 2,950.00 Other activities included attendance at the S.C.S. 26th International Softball Tourna- Gymnastic Expense 2,414.77 ment in Drifton, PA, our successful 46th International Slet in Slippery Rock, PA, and our 58th Chaperones 2,389.48 International Golf Tournament in Barnesville, PA. Track/Field Expense 1,720.59 On August 17th, along with our Supreme Chaplain and Supreme President, a Group Calisthenics Offi cials 900.00 Presidents meeting was conducted in Pittsburgh, PA with sixteen Group Presidents/Represen- Printing 693.73 tatives in attendance. Participant Recreation 355.39 In October we honored our S.C.S. 2013 Fraternalist of the Year, Brother Fred Gra- Miscellaneous Supplies 321.48 ham in Wilkes-Barre, PA with a reception along with his family and friends. Liability Insurance 300.00 During 2014 I continued my attendance at the various associations and board meet- Props 290.24 ings as well as the Annual Meeting of the American Fraternal Alliance which was held in Postage 70.78 Austin, Texas. Also attending were our Supreme President, General Counsel and Director of Subtotal $ 122,854.53 Sales and Marketing. Less: Credit Group Transportation (8,618.43) Several planning meetings took place in Pittsburgh, PA with representatives of the Less: Group Share of Expenses (34,687.54) DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in preparation of our 32nd Quadrennial Convention to be held Total Home Offi ce Expense $ 79,548.56 from August 1-5, 2015. In June along with our Supreme President we attended the 36th Quadrennial Con- SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 PAGE 15 vention of the National Slovak Society in Hershey, PA. On July 12, 2014 I offered greetings to utes of the fi nal session of the Convention, and I subsequently met with the appropriate com- those who participated in our 27th International Softball Tournament in Wilkes-Barre, PA. mittee to review the By- Laws and new motions passed at the last Convention in order to Along with our Supreme Chaplain and Supreme President, we attended the 50th have our By-Laws updated and published as soon as possible and submitted to the Insurance Quadrennial Convention of the First Catholic Slovak Union of the United States and Canada Departments of the various states in which we are licensed for their review and approval. in Philadelphia, PA from August 23-25, 2014. The primary responsibility of the Offi ce of the General Counsel is to advise as to Also, on November 15th, 2014 it was a privilege to honor and recognize Brother the legal rights and obligations of our organization. To accomplish this, it has been necessary Roger J. Manyak in Douglas, MA on the occasion of his selection as the Slovak Catholic to review State and Federal legislation, Internal Revenue rulings, revenue procedures and an- Sokol 2014 Fraternalist of the Year at a reception along with his family and many friends. nouncements, and legislative bulletins which report on the status of bills pending or passed Over the past four years, monthly articles are presented through my Fraternal View by the Legislatures in the States in which We are licensed to do business for the purpose of column, all Financial Statements and Minutes are made available in a timely manner in our determining the applicability of such legislation to our organization. Regulatory bodies in the Slovak Catholic Falcon, as well as keeping our members informed as to all the important United States and abroad have been signifi cantly expanding their compliance, oversight, and events and activities. enforcement activities in recent years. And this is a trend which is expected to accelerate and In June of every year, it is my privilege to lead the Home Offi ce Staff in the obser- add to rule making and overlapping of regulatory roles. We continue to comply with the Sar- vance of “Flag Day.” banes Oxley Act, which requires fi nancial reporting and accountability; Graham-Leach-Bliley I continue to serve as the Financial Secretary/Treasurer for Assembly 162 in Clifton, Act, which requires privacy and fi nancial information; the Patriot Act of 2001 which requires NJ, and make every effort to enroll as many new members as possible. anti-money-laundering by terrorists; and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act which provides for Federal oversight of insurers as Federal regulators seek to LIFE INSURANCE look more broadly at the fi nancial services industry. The life insurance industry continues to change. New rules, regulations and re- As your Board of Directors and offi cers, we are faced with increased scrutiny as to quirements both on the state and federal level continue to be implemented. As previously how we conduct the business of the Slovak Catholic Sokol. The most important regulatory mentioned, it is important to attend as many fi nancial and insurance seminars, meetings, and issues are: educational classes to ensure that we have made every effort to comply with the new rules, 1. Dual regulation at the state and federal level, which requires compliance with new regulations, and requirements that are implemented as necessary. and emerging requirements; 2. Corporate governance, which requires the annual collection of information as to STATISTICAL INFORMATION how the Board of Directors and offi cers exercise their authority set forth in the By-Laws; As of 12-31-11, the amount of insurance in force was $104,812,561 and as of 12-31- 3. Principle-based reserving, which requires a review of how the reserves on our 14, the amount of insurance in force was $196,071,582. The Solvency Ratio at the end of 2011 insurance products are calculated; was 118.99% and at the end of 2014 it was 113.08%. Our Surplus or Unassigned Funds as of 4. Cyber security threats, which requires vigilance for malicious virus and hacking 12-31-11 equaled $8,822,822 and as of 12-31-14 our Surplus was $8,055,383. Assets of the activity that could lead to data breaches; and organization as of 12-31-11 were $55,294,856 and at the end of 2014 they were $69,651,089. 5. Focus on annuities due to the potential for misunderstanding by the membership of the terms of our annuity contracts. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT On the state level, the two most signifi cant regulatory issues are insolvency and sus- It is most important for me to express my gratitude to the Good Lord for blessing tainability and unclaimed property benefi ts. With regard to solvency, the regulators are review- me with good health and for answering my prayers for assistance in directing the everyday ing cash fl ow from life insurance premiums, expenses, the balance between annuity business decision-making in the best interests of our members. and life insurance business, and the impact on societies which are over-exposed to annuity Also, to my wonderful and caring wife, Annie and my children and grandchildren, business in the event of an increase in interest rates. The legislatures in the states in which we “thank you” for all of your love, support, patience, and for always being there for me and as- are licensed have introduced unclaimed life insurance benefi t laws requiring our society to sisting me on a daily basis. perform periodic searches of records against the Social Security Administration death master I would like to express my sincere appreciation to our Supreme President, Larry M. fi le to determine if there are insurance benefi ts due to a deceased member, and a good faith Glugosh, for all of his trust, assistance, support, and cooperation throughout our term of offi ce. effort must be made to locate the benefi ciaries. Likewise, thank you to our Editor, Daniel F. Tanzone for his assistance and with whom I work On the federal level, the Internal Revenue Service continues to issue rulings pertain- with on a daily basis. To all of my fellow Supreme Offi cers and all the Group, Assembly, and ing to Section 501 (c)(8) which is the tax-exemption for fraternal benefi t societies which We Wreath Offi cers I offer my thanks and gratitude for your dedication and efforts on behalf of enjoy. A quick summary of the requirements cited by the Internal Revenue Service are: our great organization. Finally, “thank you” to each and every member of our organization 1. Common bond among members; for your membership and support of the fraternal benefi t system. I also wish to convey my 2. Fraternal purposes; heartfelt appreciation and thanks to the entire hard working Home Offi ce Staff for all of their 3. Fraternal activities; and cooperation and commitment in providing the very best service to our membership in a profes- 4. Provision for the payment of benefi ts. sional manner on a daily basis. I am pleased to advise that our society complies with all these requirements. In the past, I have Written concerning the status of the tax-exemption for fraternal CONCLUSION benefi t societies. While there is agreement that the Tax Code needs to be overhauled, no new In conclusion, I wish all the delegates attending this 32nd Quadrennial Convention tax reform has come from the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance of the Slovak Catholic Sokol a great deal of success with all the deliberations. I also ask the Committee. In other Words, fraternals must be prepared to infl uence legislation that may, in the good Lord to bless and guide the delegates with their decisions that will be made for the ben- future, repeal the tax-exemption status. efi t of all the members of our beloved organization. Let us always remember the motto of our There are no lawsuits pending against the organization at the present time, and I Organization “For God and Nation,” and our slogan, “A Sound Mind in a Sound Body.” am pleased to advise that the litigation concerning the assets of Assembly 206 Ambridge, This year marks our 110th Anniversary of the Slovak Catholic Sokol as a Strong, Pennsylvania, and the illegal transfer of funds from the Assembly to the Social Club has been Caring, Sharing fraternal benefi t society. May Almighty God continue to bless our Slovak settled without going to trial and incurring further legal expenses. The lesson to be learned in Catholic Sokol organization with continued success, and may He grant eternal rest to all our this litigation is that the membership must attend their Group, Assembly, or Wreath meetings departed Brothers and Sisters who have helped to make our Society what it is today! God and elect individuals who will promote the fraternal interests of the organization and not their Bless America, God Bless the Slovak Catholic Sokol, and God Bless You! own personal interests. If there is apathy among the membership in attending meetings, then total strangers are invited to take control of the assets of the Group, Assembly, or Wreath and Zdar Boh! not be concerned with the fraternal interests of our organization. Steven M. Pogorelec, F.I.C. In the past four years, our organization issued a mortgage commitment to Perryopo- Supreme Secretary lis, Pennsylvania, to assist them in their expansion and renovation of their Sokol club. It is my responsibility to supervise the processing of the legal documentation to ensure that our Slovak Catholic Sokol has a fi rst lien on the property securing the loan. I have examined and passed REPORT OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL upon all closing documents, and I am pleased to advise that the mortgage is in good standing. Unfortunately, there Was one mortgage which was in default, and a foreclosure proceeding Slavna Konvencia: was commenced in order for the organization to recoup the money lent to the delinquent mem- ber. That proceeding recently Went to auction, and our organization will be made whole since This report is submitted to the delegates of the 32nd Quadrennial Convention, Pitts- the equity in the property exceeded the balance due to the organization. We continue to receive burgh, Pennsylvania, to briefl y outline the activities I and the legal services rendered to the quarterly fi nancial statements from Reading, Pennsylvania, and Perryopolis, Pennsylvania, on Slovak Catholic Sokol during the past four years since the last Convention in Pittsburgh, Penn- a quarterly basis to monitor the fi nancial ability to pay down the loans given by our organiza- sylvania, at which time I was re-elected as your General Counsel. May I thank each and every tion. one of you for your confi dence and support for the past four years. It has been my honor and As is customary, the Insurance Department of the State of New Jersey conducted its pleasure to serve as your General Counsel, and I look to your support so that I may continue statutory audit of our organization. During the process, I responded to questions raised by the to serve the Slovak Catholic Sokol in the future. Since my offi ces are located in Clifton, New examiners concerning operating procedures, records of the fi nancial affairs of the organiza- Jersey, approximately ten minutes from our Home Offi ce in Passaic, New Jersey, I have had tion, and documents relating to the mortgages held by our organization. We remain in good many conferences with our Supreme Secretary, who has merely to call upon my presence at standing with the Insurance Department since we have followed their recommendations in the Home Offi ce, and I am there. I have attended to all matters which have been directed to me reducing expenses and implementing a plan to sell more insurance in the future through the ef- by our Supreme President as well as being at the call of our Supreme Offi cers, as well as the forts of our Director of Sales and Marketing. Our portfolio of products sold to the membership entire membership. has been overhauled, and our agency system now has approximately 154 authorized agents The duties of the General Counsel are set forth in Section 4.13 of the By-Laws. I am selling our insurance products. The key to the future of the Slovak Catholic Sokol is growth, licensed to practice law in the States of New York, New Jersey, and Ohio as well as the Federal both fi nancial growth and membership growth. We must develop fi nancial strength needed to Courts and the Supreme Court of the United States. In this report, I shall briefl y and precisely fulfi ll the promises we make to our members through the programs and the fraternal benefi ts relate my activities during the past four years. we offer them. We have turned the corner and are now enjoying a monthly increase in mem- After the last Convention, I met with the designated committee to approve the Min- (Continued on page 16) PAGE 16 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

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(Continued from page 15) in attendance for this event and the tournament winners received a golf shirt as part of their bership instead of losing members. At the last Convention, our membership was declining, prize package which was mailed at the completion of the tournament. The Financial Report and now there is a gain in membership. Let us continue this trend. was forwarded to Headquarters at the conclusion of the tournament with a copy sent to the Since our last Convention, there has been an economic expansion in our Country. Falcon for publication. The unemployment rate has improved, and so has the economy. Our fi nancial experts expect JUNE 2012 more economic growth; however, there are international concerns on the radar among the I attended the Clinic, held at Slippery Rock University from June 28 to July 1, biggest perceived risk to the stock market. It is anticipated that the Federal Reserve may raise 2012. In early June, the applications for the Softball Tournament began arriving. I created interest rates some time during the end of this year which will help, to some extent, on the re- the schedules and made arrangements for the umpires. Golf applications also began arriv- turns We receive from new bonds which we anticipate purchasing. Since our last Convention, ing. Monies were deposited and scheduling was also created for this tournament. our assets have increased substantially, and we continue to pay a dividend to our membership. JULY 2012 As a member of the Board of Directors, I have attended all meetings called by our From July 13th through the 14th I attended the Board of Directors Meeting held in Supreme President. My participation at these meetings is well-documented in the Minutes of conjunction with the International Softball Tournament in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Our Supreme these Meetings published in our Sokol paper, the Slovak Catholic Falcon. In order to reduce Chaplain held mass and after, a picnic dinner rounded out the evening, making this a true the expenses incurred by our organization, the Board of Directors continue to utilize a program family fraternal event. Immediately following the tournament the Financial Report was pre- to conduct its meetings via a conference call. This has resulted in a savings of hotel expenses, pared and submitted. I also attended the Slovak Day festivities held at Kennywood Park, in travel expenses, and payment of per diem expenses. Pittsburgh, on Thursday July 19th. This is always a great opportunity to meet fellow Slovaks My duties require me to interact with our bankers, accountants, and actuaries regard- from other fraternals, consume traditional Slovak food, and experience some of our Slovak ing information concerning our investment portfolio, annual report requirements, marketing heritage. strategies, strategic planning, best practices, and mission statement. I have negotiated leases AUGUST 2012 on behalf of our organization for computer services as well as hardware services, a confl ict of The weekend of August 10th - 12th brought with it the 57th International Golf interest statement, a privacy compliance notice, and I have had discussions with the tax asses- Tournament in Dubois, PA. Approximately 105 golfers attended, several of them being new sor of the City of Passaic concerning a reduction in the real estate taxes for our Home Offi ce. members. Efforts continue to increase participation for future tournaments. As always, a On the fraternal level, I continue to serve as Honorary President of Assembly 162 Financial Report was fi nalized and submitted at the conclusion of the event. and President of Group I. Additionally, I have attended meetings of the American Fraternal Al- SEPTEMBER 2012 liance, the New Jersey Fraternal Congress, and the Association of Fraternal Benefi t Counsel. On Sunday September 2, 2013 my wife Janice and I had the opportunity to attend Reports of my activities are published in our Sokol newspaper, The Katholicky Sokol. From the 25th Anniversary Mass and celebration for our Supreme Chaplain Father Andrew Hvoz- time to time, I have submitted articles or reports to our Sokol newspaper for publication in dovic at his parish in Sayre, PA. This was a signifi cant achievement and we were fortunate order to keep our membership informed on matters pertinent and important to our society. to be in attendance. These past four years have been very challenging and rewarding to our organiza- On Saturday September 22, 2013 I participated in the 3rd Quarter Board of Direc- tion. The results of the decisions made by the Board to curb rising costs and turn around the tors phone conference at the offi ce of our Sales and Marketing Director Albert Suess. On loss of membership to a gain of membership are positive steps in the right direction. We must September 29th I attended the Group 14 Annual Meeting held in Pittsburgh, PA where I was continue to move forward to increase our membership and become stronger fi nancially to con- able to answer numerous questions regarding our International Sporting events. tinue to provide the fraternal benefi ts to the membership. I extend to my fellow directors my OCTOBER 2012 personal thanks for their wonderful cooperation during the past four years. To the delegates of On Wednesday, October 17, 2012, I participated in a Conference Call with fel- the 32nd Quadrennial Convention, I extend my personal best Wishes for much success in your low Sports and Fraternal Directors to discuss how we can work on the joint venture for our deliberations. Each of you is an important decision maker, and the decisions you make will upcoming Bowling Tournament in May 2013. In addition to the Slovak Catholic Sokol a ultimately determine the future of our beloved Slovak Catholic Sokol. May God give us all the representative from the First Slovak Catholic Union, First Catholic Slovak Ladies Associa- wisdom, courage, and resolve to make those decisions that will strengthen our organization tion, Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union and National Slovak Society were in at- and achieve the goals and objectives of the Slovak Catholic Sokol. tendance. We discussed how each fraternal handles their individual tournaments and what we can do together for the upcoming tournament. ZDAR BOH! NOVEMBER THROUGH DECEMBER 2012 Respectfully submitted, On Wednesday, November 14, 2012 a follow up conference call was held with me John D. Pogorelec and representatives of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association and the National Slovak General Counsel Society to continue our discussions for the bowling tournament. The other representatives were unable to attend. The Board of Directors Meeting was held at Doubletree by Hilton Orlando, FL the REPORT OF THE SUPREME DIRECTOR OF SPORTS AND ATHLETICS weekend of November 30th through December 2“d. This visit also provided an opportunity The following activity report for 2012-2015 is submitted to the Board of Directors to visit possible sites for a future bowling tournament. At this meeting it was decided that as stated in the Constitution and Bylaws of the Slovak Catholic Sokol. due to the many changes discussed regarding the Joint Bowling Tournament, the Slovak Catholic Sokol would not participate in 2013. Following the Board of Directors Meeting, I JANUARY THROUGH MARCH 2012 began to make phone calls to locate a venue and date for our International Bowling Tourna- The Physical Fitness Board met in Cleveland, OH the weekend of January 20th ment to be held in May 2013. I continued in my negotiations for the various tournaments to to 22nd, 2012. This provided an opportunity to have both outgoing and incoming board be held in 2013 and investigated sites for 2014 tournaments. members work together to discuss ways to improve our various sporting events. There were As Supreme Director of Sports & Athletics I have continued to be proactive and many good ideas presented to continue providing quality events to bring our members to- come up with new ways to keep our organization informed I will continue to work with the gether. membership to assist in any way I can. I conducted visits to Malone College in Ohio and Slippery Rock University as Finally, I assist in increasing our membership by enrolling new members through- possible sites for our Clinic and Slet. out the year. This year, I have written 9 policies for a total insurance amount of $64,000. I In the early part of 2012, I continued to work on fi nalizing plans for our Joint remain active in my local assembly and group and look forward to another successful year Bowling Tournament for 2012, with my counterparts in the National Slovak Society and in our organization. First Catholic Slovak Union. JANUARY THROUGH APRIL 2013 I attended the Board of Directors Meeting held at the Home Offi ce in Passaic, NJ In the early months of 201 3, I began fi nalizing plans for our various tournaments March 22nd through March 25th. During the month of March, I worked to fi nalize plans for that were to be held throughout the year. By the end of March and continuing into early various tournaments. I received the applications and entry fees for our Basketball tourna- April, applications for our International Bowling tournament began to arrive. I began the ment, proceeded to plan out the schedule of events and made arrangements for the tourna- task of creating a schedule of events and depositing all tournament fees as received. I fol- ment offi cials. As March ended and April began applications for our International Bowling lowed up with the hotel and bowling establishment to verify that each facility was prepared Tournament began to arrive. I completed the tasks for this event, including the schedule and to assist in ensuring a successful tournament. The Physical Fitness Board met in Pittsburgh, entry fee deposits. PA the weekend of January 25th to 27th 2013. This was an opportunity to discuss ways to APRIL 2012 improve our various sporting events and to stay in contact with our members. The meeting The fi rst fraternal sporting event that our organization hosted was the 22nd Inter- was successful and helped allow the board to prepare for the upcoming year. From March national Basketball Tournament, held in Pittsburgh, PA the weekend of April 13th through 14th through the 17th I attended the Board of Directors Meeting held at the Home Offi ce in the 15th. The arrangements for housing were made at the Quality Inn & Suites in Greentree, Passaic, NJ. PA and the use of the facilities at Baldwin High School. A complete Financial Report was MAY 2013 given upon conclusion of the tournament. During the weekend of May 17th through the 19th the 67th International Bowling On April 28th I participated in a conference call as a member of the Scholarship Tournament was held at the Airport Bowling Lanes in Buffalo, NY. At the conclusion of Committee. We reviewed applications and awarded the 2012 scholarships. this tournament, all fi nancial reports were fi led and Golf shirts were mailed to the winners. Applications continued to come in for the bowling tournament and I remained in By the end of May, the applications for the Softball tournaments began arriving. Once the contact with the hotel, bowling establishment and the representatives of the other fraternals applications were received, I was able to create the schedules and make arrangements for to ensure a successful tournament. the umpires so that the tournament would run smoothly. On May 23rd, I participated as a MAY 2012 speaker in a Fraternal Seminar in Pittsburgh speaking about the Slovak Catholic Sokol Fra- During the weekend of May 4th through the 6th the 66th International Bowling ternal and Sports Programs. This was a great opportunity to showcase our organization. Tournament was held at the Freeway Bowling Lanes in Wickliffe, OH in collaboration with JUNE 2013 the National Slovak Society and the First Catholic Slovak Union. Nearly 300 bowlers were In late June the Board of Directors met at the Genetti Best Western Hotel in Wil- SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 PAGE 17 kes-Barre, PA. On Saturday the Board traveled to the next tournament on our schedule, JULY 2014 the 26th International Softball Tournament held in Drifton, PA June 28th through the 30th. In July the Board of Directors met at the Hilton Garden Inn in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Although this tournament was not as well attended as anticipated, plans were discussed in On Saturday the Board traveled to the next tournament on our schedule, the 27th Interna- an effort to revitalize the tournament and once again prove that this is another great fraternal tional Softball Tournament held at Kirby Park July 11th through the 12th. Although this benefi t the Slovak Catholic Sokol has to offer. Immediately following the tournament, the tournament was not as well attended as anticipated, plans were discussed in an effort to fi nancial report was prepared and submitted. During the month of June, rosters from the revitalize the tournament and once again prove that this is another great fraternal benefi t the various Groups were submitted for the upcoming Slet. I scheduled all of the Track & Field Slovak Catholic Sokol has to offer. The Women’s portion of the tournament was cancelled events and placed the various athletes into their respective events. I maintained contact with due to lack of entries. Immediately following the tournament, the fi nancial report was pre- the Athletic offi ce of Slippery Rock University and at this time. pared and submitted. Throughout the month of July, applications for the golf tournament JULY 2013 were arriving. I worked to prepare the schedules. All monies received for the Golf Tourna- The International Slet was held the week of July 16th through the 20th, at Slip- ment were deposited and recorded. pery Rock University. I spent time tweaking the Track & Field Schedules and continually AUGUST 2014 posted schedule changes and event results. My main function was to be responsible for the The weekend of August 1st - 3rd brought with it the 59th International Golf Tour- Track & Field portion of the Slet and assist in other areas necessary throughout the week. nament in West Middlesex, PA at the Tam-O-Shanter and Oaktree Golf Courses. A good Each evening the entire Physical Fitness Board met to discuss the happenings of the day and number of golfers attended with several new members experiencing this event for the fi rst prepare for the next day. During Closing Ceremonies I had the opportunity to announce the time. Instead of trophies, the winners received golf shirts that were sent out after the tour- winners of the Slet. Throughout the month of July, applications for the golf tournament were nament. As was the case with the Bowling tournament, this was very well received. Once arriving. I worked to prepare the schedules. All monies received for the Golf Tournament again a fi nancial report was fi nalized and submitted. The International Clinic was held in were deposited and recorded. conjunction with our fi rst ever Youth Camp at Camp Fitch in North Springfi eld, PA August AUGUST 2013 14th - 17th. I met with the Physical Fitness Board on the evening before the event started The weekend of August 9th - 11th brought with it the 58th International Golf and my wife Janice and I went back on the last evening to watch the drills. Tournament in Barnesville, PA at the Mountain Valley Golf Course. A good number of golf- SEPTEMBER 2014 ers attended with several new members experiencing this event for the fi rst time. Instead On Thursday September 25th, I met up with representatives of the National Slo- of trophies, the winners received golf shirts that were sent out after the tournament. As was vak Society, The First Catholic Slovak Union and the Greek Catholic Union to discuss a the case with the Bowling tournament, this was very well received. Once again a fi nancial possible joining of our Bowling Tournaments. On Saturday September 27th a conference report was fi nalized and submitted. call was held with the Board of Directors. By utilizing a conference call, this was another SEPTEMBER 2013 proven cost saving method, by eliminating travel costs. A decision was made to combine On Saturday September 21st a conference call was held with the Board of Direc- our Bowling Tournament in 2015 with the Greek Catholic Union with the hopes of adding tors. By utilizing a conference call, this was another proven cost saving method, by eliminat- in the National Slovak Society and the First Catholic Slovak Union in 2016. ing travel costs. OCTOBER THROUGH DECEMBER 2014 OCTOBER THROUGH DECEMBER 2013 In November, I met with Christie Petty of the Greek Catholic Union. We made a The Board of Directors Meeting was held at the Harrah’s Hotel in Las Vegas the site visit to Wickliffe, OH to negotiate with the bowling alley and the hotels for our 2015 weekend of December 5th through the 8th. I continue to maintain contact with the various Bowling Tournament. We continued to stay in contact throughout as we planned this joint venues for our upcoming 2014 events while seeking out and establishing contact with vari- venture. The Board of Directors Meeting was held at the Doubletree by Hilton Universal in ous sites for the 2014 events. Orlando the weekend of December 4th through the 7th. I continue to maintain contact with In closing, as Supreme Director of Sports & Athletics I have and will continue the various venues for our upcoming 2015 events while seeking out and establishing contact to work to ensure our organization is well informed regarding our sporting events. I am with various sites for the 2016 events. diligent in my efforts to increase our membership by enrolling new members throughout In closing, as Supreme Director of Sports & Athletics I have and will continue to the year. In 2013, I have enrolled 7 new members. I remain active in my local assembly and work to ensure our organization is well informed regarding our sporting events. I am dili- group and look forward to another successful year in our organization. gent in my efforts to increase our membership by enrolling new members throughout the JANUARY THROUGH APRIL 2014 year. In 2014, I have enrolled 7 new members. I look forward to another successful year in In the early months of 2014, I began fi nalizing plans for our various tournaments our organization. that were to be held throughout the year. By the end of March and continuing into early JANUARY THROUGH APRIL 2015 April, applications for our International Bowling Tournament began to arrive. I began the In the early months of 201 5, I began fi nalizing plans for our various tournaments task of creating a schedule of events and depositing all tournament fees as received. I fol- that were to be held throughout the year. By the end of March and continuing into early April, lowed up with the hotel and bowling establishment to verify that each facility was prepared applications for our International Bowling Tournament began to arrive. I began the task of cre- to assist in ensuring a successful tournament. The Physical Fitness Board met in Pittsburgh, ating a schedule of events and depositing all tournament fees as received. I followed up with PA the weekend of January 31st to February 1st 2014. This was an opportunity to discuss the hotel and bowling establishment to verify that each facility was prepared to assist in ensur- ways to improve our various sporting events and to stay in contact with our members. The ing a successful tournament. The Physical Fitness Board met in Pittsburgh, PA the weekend of meeting was successful and helped allow the board to prepare for the upcoming year. From February 6th to February 8th 2015. This was an opportunity to discuss ways to improve our March 20th through the 23rd I attended the Board of Directors Meeting held at the Home various sporting events and to stay in contact with our members. The meeting was successful Offi ce in Passaic, NJ. The Basketball/Volleyball Tournament that was scheduled for April and helped allow the board to prepare for the upcoming year. On Saturday March 7, 2015, I was cancelled due to lack of interest from our members. along with my wife Janice represented the Slovak Catholic Sokol at the National Slovak Soci- MAY 2014 ety’s 125th Anniversary Dinner held in Canonsburg, PA. From March 19th through the 22nd During the weekend of May 16th through the 18th the 68th International Bowling I attended the Board of Directors Meeting held at the Home Offi ce in Passaic, NJ. On Sunday Tournament was held at the Super Bowl Bowling Lanes in Canton, MI. At the conclusion of April 12, 2015 a Conference Call was held with the Physical Fitness Board to discuss items this tournament, all fi nancial reports were fi led and Golf shirts were mailed to the winners. necessary for our upcoming Slet in June 2015. I have remained in contact with my counter- JUNE 2014 parts from the Greek Catholic union regarding our Joint Bowling Tournament to be held in During the month of June, rosters from the various Groups were submitted for the May. On May 2”d I participated in a conference call to help to select our 2015 Slovak Catholic upcoming Softball Tournament. I made the schedules and contacted the umpires to have Sokol Scholarship winners. I have enjoyed my term as your Supreme Sports Director and look everything ready for our tournament. I also received correspondence regarding the potential forward to the numerous activities planned for this upcoming year. of combining our Bowling Tournament once again other fraternal organizations. A meeting Zdar Boh! was scheduled in the future to discuss. Edward D. Moeller Supreme Director of Sports & Athletics

Dear Steven: diocese with Bishop Zubik presiding. Rector and Pastor Recipients of Convention Donations Thank you and the Slovak Catholic Your generosity is a tremendous help acknowledge Sokol benevolence Sokol’s 32nd National Convention to us in the many ministries and initia- Dear Father Hvozdovic, for your generous gift of $500 to the tives that touch the lives of the count- Once again, let me say what a The following thank you notes beautiful traditions of our Slovak an- Chair in Slovak History and Culture less numbers of people who come to blessing it was to celebrate the Open- were sent to Supreme Secretary Ste- cestors that is evident in our valuable at the University of Ottawa. The Slo- the Cathedral. ing Mass for the 32nd Quadrennial ven M. Pogorelec, F.I.C. or Supreme collection of books, magazines and vak Catholic Sokol has been a con- I trust that your time in Pittsburgh Convention of the Slovak Catholic Chaplain, Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic newspapers. sistent supporter of the Chair since its was rewarding and renewing. Please Sokol. You are a part of what I like to in response to the generous donations I assure you that all the members founding and I am very grateful. extend my best wishes to the mem- call The Church Alive! authorized by the delegates of the of the Slovak Catholic Sokol are re- Yours sincerely, bers of the Slovak Catholic Sokol, Thank you for inviting me as well 32nd National Convention. membered in my prayers and those M. Mark Stolarik along with a remembrance in my dai- as for the very generous stipend. May Dear Mr. Pogorelec, of all the Sisters of SS. Cyril and Professor & Chairholder ly prayers, especially at the celebra- you and the Slovak Catholic Sokol be It is in a spirit of gratitude and ap- Methodius. It is our prayer that God Ottawa, Canada tion of daily Eucharist. I am grateful blessed a hundred fold. preciation that I thank you most pro- will continue to bless you, increase for the many good works done in the Grateful for our belief that “Noth- foundly for your very generous check your membership and keep your Dear Father Hvozdovic, name of faith by the members of the ing is Impossible with God,” I am of $500 for Jankola Library in Dan- organization fi nancially secure. Zdar I want to thank you for the dona- Slovak Catholic Sokol. Your brother in Christ, ville, Pa. This donation will enable Boh! tion of $1,000 from the Slovak Catho- May God bless you in your minis- Most Rev. David A. Zubik us to purchase current books about Sincerely yours, lic Sokol as a token of appreciation for try and each of the members of the or- Bishop of Pittsburgh Slovak history and culture for the li- Sister Catherine Laboure the recent opening Mass celebrated at ganization. With every best wish and brary. It is important that the patrons Bresnock, SS.C.M. Saint Paul Cathedral for your national prayer, I remain Dear Brother Pogorelec, who visit Jankola Library become Director, Jankola Library convention. It was a delight to have Sincerely in Christ, The offi cers and members of acquainted with the strong faith and and Slovak Museum the Mass at the Mother church of the Very Rev. Kris D. Stubna, S.T.D. (Continued on page 18) PAGE 18 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Report of the Supreme Secretary for the Month of August 2015

ASSETS EXPENSES

YEAR TO DATE AUGUST YEAR TO DATE

Cash - Senior Account $ 373,737.30 Operating Expense - Sokol Building $ 4,912.92 $ 51,666.11 Cash - Bank of Montreal 8,258.21 Building Maintenance & Repairs 31.92 5,069.42 Cash - Payroll Account 40,000.00 Rental Area Expenses 175.01 1,559.82 Petty Cash 29.00 Property Taxes - Sokol Building 0.00 82,221.62 Investments - Bonds & Bills 57,950,207.82 Depreciation Sokol Building 311.52 2,492.16 Investments - Stocks 8,476,814.28 Rent for Space 1,250.00 8,750.00 Pension Plan - Print 563.14 4,505.12 Capital Reserve 2,383,357.20 Salaries - Offi ce Employees 37,418.80 340,934.90 Stock Adj. to Book Value 1,967,548.91 Salaries - Editorial Employees 5,154.00 53,580.00 First Mortgage Loans 783,561.07 P/R - Taxes Employer 2,609.03 27,020.28 Loans on Certifi cates 120,374.54 Hospitalization 7,320.83 63,028.87 Accrued Interest Receivable 713,385.58 Workmen’s Compensation Insurance 0.00 6,387.90 Prepaid Expenses 23,686.31 Pension Plan - Offi ce/Offi cers 13,398.40 127,428.37 Sokol Building 2,707,974.61 Offi ce Expense 1,403.97 11,563.06 Land 204,108.00 Supreme President’s-Suppl./Postage 0.00 525.00 Furniture & Fixtures 159,624.54 Computer Expense 1,836.00 18,536.89 Computer 123,637.86 Supreme Offi cers Travel 936.56 3,087.26 Sokol Baby Spoons 10,075.00 Supreme Auditors 2,456.79 8,337.39 Due From Groups 30,348.23 Actuarial Expenses 5,260.00 40,026.00 Accounts Receivable 14,388.77 Accountant Expenses 2,600.00 27,262.47 Non-Admitted Assets -166,073.00 Postage-Offi ce 0.00 11,200.07 Telephone - Offi ce 810.55 3,682.93 TOTAL ASSETS $ 75,925,044.23 Telephone - Editorial 116.80 963.63 Printing - Katolicky Sokol 1,250.00 22,225.00 Postage - Sokol Paper 245.00 20,795.00 LIABILITIES AND RESERVES Misc. Publication Expense 0.00 2,394.04 Other Printing 0.00 3,412.99 YEAR TO DATE Death Benefi t Claims Paid 42,963.00 456,844.00 Cash Surrender Values Paid 9,214.45 184,573.88

Annuity Surrenders 142,833.98 1,479,743.33 Life Reserves $ 54,865,876.00 Annuity Suppl. Contracts 25,000.00 25,000.00 Reserve Dep. Furn. & Fixtures 150,508.34 Matured Endowments Paid 0.00 12,503.00 Reserve Dep. Sokol Building 2,632,443.60 Reserve Increase 0.00 3,265,000.00 Asset Valuation Reserve 1,119,394.00 State Insurance Dept. Lic./Fee 24.93 5,133.93 Interest Maintenance Reserve 168,516.00 Bank Charges - Bond Account 11,159.76 89,731.59 Reserve for Supplemental Contracts 1,771,244.55 Dues & Subscription 0.00 2,233.85 Reserve Emp. Retirement Plan 4,809,025.00 Donations & Contributions 10,810.00 14,475.06 Reserve for Convention 324,947.00 Slet 41,011.30 110,505.68 Matured Endowments 82,426.24 National Bowling Tournament 0.00 6,280.95 Claims Payable 212,938.00 National Golf Tournament 6,064.14 6,064.14 IBNR Payable 30,000.00 Other Coaching, Insurance 0.00 2,970.54 Conversion - Canadian Currency 680.00 Convention Expenses 81,126.35 177,948.88 Accounts Payable 53,267.20 Group Assessments Paid 0.00 24,534.19 Sokol Secure Fund 475,507.14 Commission Expense 33,009.78 315,531.17 Mary Jane Rich Scholarship Fund 85,000.00 Annuity Commissions 12,623.13 120,322.19 Emil Slavik Scholarship Fund 100,000.00 Advertising/Promotions 275.87 3,836.30 Dr’s Lesko Medical Scholarship Fund 20,000.00 Marketing Expense 0.00 4,818.50 Krista L Glugosh Memorial Scholarship Fund 24,000.00 Agency Expense 1,935.61 26,355.79 Dividend Accum. At Interest 327,797.53 Board of Directors Expense -111.90 16,638.02 Dividend Payable 46,827.17 Physical Fitness Board Expense 0.00 12,812.58 Scholarship Expense 0.00 55,154.65 Advance Premiums 29,539.00 Salaries - Supreme Offi cers 0.00 18,775.00 Premium Load 2,900.00 Supreme Offi cers Insurance Bond 0.00 1,424.00 Fratenal Congress Expense 82.96 2,912.75 TOTAL LIABILITIES $67,332,836.77 Local Fees/ Rebates 24,281.57 42,540.10 Interest Expense 968.33 8,974.91 Undistributed Funds - Sokol 8,592,207.46 TOTAL EXPENSES $ 533,334.50 $ 7,442,295.28 TOTAL LIABILITIES & SURPLUS $75,925,044.23 TOTAL INCOME (LOSS) $ 416,000.34 $ 671,220.25

INCOME ZDAR BOH! Steven M. Pogorelec, FIC AUGUST YEAR TO DATE Supreme Secretary Slovak Catholic Sokol Interest on Bonds and Bills $ 185,461.26 $ 1,783,196.88 Interest Income Accrued 0.00 24,296.00 Accrued Interest Paid 0.00 -32,418.28 Recipients of Convention Donationsacknowledge Sokol benevolence Amortization of IMR 0.00 13,998.00 (Continued from page 17) Deferred Gain IMR 0.00 -32,981.00 Assembly 113 who have been members Tony L. Scuglik Other Investment Income 0.00 4,803.09 of St. Anthony of Padue Parish since President, Assembly 113 Dividends on Stocks 13,125.38 183,750.12 March 1910, wish to extend our heartfelt Kenosha, Wis. Interest on Mortgages 4,044.06 50,990.16 THANKS to the Slovak Catholic Sokol Sale of Cookbooks 106.00 536.65 32nd Convention Donations Committee Dear Steven M. Pogorelec, Rent Received - Sokol Building 1,420.00 19,815.00 for awarding a gift of $1,250 to us in our Thank you for your generous donation Premium Income 152,477.18 1,142,183.74 time of need. The project is to be complet- of $1,250 to Our Lady of Sorrows Parish/ Annuities 573,721.86 4,780,482.85 ed in mid-September. Saint Matthias Church in Youngstown, Oh. Miscellaneous Income 34,728.92 51,936.47 Our Assembly 113 has also made an ap- Your generosity is greatly appreciated and Sale of Securities/Amortization -15,749.82 122,925.85 propriate donation to this exterior renova- your donation will be used for the restroom tion of our church. Thanking you again, I renovations. TOTAL INCOME $ 949,334.84 $ 8,113,515.53 remain Sincerely yours in Chris, Fraternally yours, Rev. Martin Celuch Zdar Boh! Pastor SLOVENSKÝ KATOLÍCKY SOKOL, 23. SEPTEMBRA 2015 PAGE 19

Národná púť v Šaštíne Oberačková zábava Leto na Slovensku bolo najteplejšie v New Yorku v histórii väčšiny staníc V nedeľu 18. októbra bude v Tohtoročné leto bolo na ac 20, a to v lete 1994. Vyše desať hale kostola Sv. Jána Nepomuc- väčšine meteorologických staníc tropických dní zaznamenali aj kého, 411 E 66th St, v New Yor- Slovenska najteplejším v histórii na severnej Orave a v Popradskej ku oberačková zábava. Začiatok ich prevádzky. Najvyššie hod- kotline, teda v regiónoch, kde bude o 1.00 hodine. noty priemernej teploty v lete sa v niektorých letách v minu- Rezervácie sú nutné. Vstupné 2015 dosiahli takmer 23 stupňov losti takéto dni vôbec nevyskytli. je $30.00, v čom je zahrnutá Celzia a na stanici v Žihárci (okr. Extrémne teploty sa nevyhli ani večera, káva a koláč. Rezervácie Šaľa) to bolo ešte o niečo viac vysokohorským polohám. vstupeniek: Henrieta Daitová, (23,6 °C). Najteplejšie leto na Lomnic- tel. č. 201-641-8922, Jozef Bi- Dôsledky výraznej vlny horú- kom štíte sa prejavilo aj tým, že v lik, tel. č. 718-353-6541, Mária čav na konci augusta sa v tomto jeho priebehu tam nová snehová Božeková, tel. č. 347-612-1934, roku prejavili aj na začiatku sep- pokrývka nedosiahla ani jeden alebo na fare: 212-734-4613. tembra. Prvýkrát boli v tomto centimeter, čo sa minimálne od prvom jesennom mesiaci zazna- polovice 20. storočia nestalo. Kultúrne podujatie menané teploty vzduchu viac Opačným extrémom tam bolo ľudového súboru Lúčina ako 35 stupňov Celzia. leto v roku 2006, keď nová sne- Slovenský folklórny súbor Kladné odchýlky teploty hová pokrývka na tomto vyso- Lúčina usporiada kultúrne po- vzduchu od normálu dosia- kohorskom observatóriu za tri dujatie v sobotu 14. novembra hli väčšinou tri až štyri stupne, mesiace dosiahla až 147 cm. v Holy Spirit Party Center na pričom už hodnoty s kladnou Dôsledky výraznej vlny adrese 5500 West 54th Street v odchýlkou jeden stupeň sú nad- horúčav na konci augusta sa Parma, OH. O 6.30 hod. bude normálne. Ako vo svojej správe v tomto roku prejavili aj na podávaná večera a o 7.30 hod. uvádza Slovenský hydrome- začiatku septembra. Prvýkrát začne kultúrny program, po teorologický ústav (SHMÚ), boli v tomto prvom jesennom ktorom bude tanečná zábava. V príznačným pre tohtoročné leto mesiaci zaznamenané teploty kultúrnom programe sa pred- bol extrémne vysoký počet dní, vzduchu viac ako 35 stupňov stavia ľudové súbory Lúčina a keď maximálna denná teplota Celzia. Takéto extrémne teploty detský súbor Lúčinka a Východ- dosiahla 35 stupňov Celzia a viac. namerali na východnom Slov- ná Slovak Dancers z Kanady. Na najexponovanejších miestach ensku a čiastočne aj na juhu st- Cena vstupeniek je $50.00 za bolo takýchto dní vyše 20, čo sa v redného Slovenska. V utorok 1. osobu alebo $360.00 za stôl pre histórii meteorologických meraní septembra namerali napríklad v osem ľudí. Vstupné pre mládež stalo na Slovensku prvýkrát. To Orechovej (okres Sobrance) 36,2 do 21 rokov je $40.00. Rezervá- platí aj o počte dní, keď mini- °C, v Čaklove (okres Vranov nad cie si záujemcovia musia urobiť málna teplota neklesla pod 20 Topľou) 36,3 °C a v Michalov- vopred. Pri vstupe lístky na pre- stupňov. ciach 36,4 °C. V Čaklove nam- daj nebudú. Rezervácie vstupe- V Bratislave na Kolibe bolo v erali 31. augusta až 37 stupňov, niek: Tom Ivanec, tel. č. 440-668- období od 1. júna do 31. augusta pričom dovtedy predstavoval 7797, Christine Mati-Hearn, tel. celkovo 25 takzvaných super- celoslovenský rekord pre tento č. 440-655-8244 a Jenna Allen, tropických dní. Do tohtoročného deň 33,3 stupňa v Bratislave na tel. č. 440-439-4119. leta tam bolo takýchto dní najvi- letisku a v Mlynskej doline.

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ÚRADNÝ ČASOPIS SLOVENSKÉHO KATOLÍCKEHO SOKOLA - 28 000 ČLENOV - HLAVNÁ ÚRADOVŇA: 205 MADISON STREET, PASSAIC, NJ 07055 – www.slovakcatholicsokol.org VOLUME CIV PASSAIC, N.J., 23. SEPTEMBRA 2015 ČÍSLO 5052 Minister obrany SR privítal v Kuchyni amerických vojakov Krátke správy zo Slovenska bojové vozidlá Stryker či terénne vozidlá Humvee. Vojaci nocovali S v zariadeniach Ozbrojených síl Na cukrovku zomiera ročne prestížnej francúzskej publikácii SR, a to buď na vojenskej leteckej na Slovensku asi 600 ľudí. Ide o 1000 Vins du Monde bude tento základni v Kuchyni, alebo vo úmrtia na bezprostredné kom- rok 17 vín zo Slovenska. Publiká- výcvikovom priestore Turecký plikácie tohto ochorenia. Vy- cia 1000 Vins du Monde združuje vrch. Pobyt a prechod americk- plýva to zo správy o zdravotnom najlepšie vína sveta a vychádza ých vojakov zabezpečilo viac ako stave obyvateľstva Slovenska. v nadväznosti na 21. ročník 100 slovenských vojakov. Lekári vlani v ambulanciách prestížnej medzinárodnej súťaže evidovali vyše 340-tisíc cuk- vín Vinalies Internationales. Príslušníci 2. jazdného pluku S americkej armády sa s technikou rovkárov. Z veľkej časti majú dia- Do utečeneckého tábora v z bavorského Vilsecku presúvali betes druhého typu, najčastejšou Gabčíkove prišlo 17. septembra cez Slovensko na cvičenie Brave príčinou vzniku je tam obezita a 24 utečencov zo Sýrie. Na Slo- Warrior (Odvážny bojovník) nízka fyzická aktivita. Detský vensku nechcú ostať, plánujú sa do Maďarska. Vojenské cvičenie diabetes do 19 rokov malo vlani vrátiť späť do Rakúska. Minis- takmer 1800 pacientov. ter vnútra Kaliňák na tlačovej Minister obrany Slovenskej úrovniach. “Sme priatelia, sme NATO za účasti 1 800 vojakov zo S Naďalej pretrváva vysoká konferencii zdôraznil, že ide o republiky Martin Glváč spolu s partneri a sme taktiež spojenci. siedmich krajín vrátane SR trva- miera novodiagnostikovaných žiadateľov o rakúsky azyl, ktorí americkým veľvyslancom Ru- A takéto cvičenia len poukazujú lo do 21. septembra. Na cvičení prípadov, v roku 2014 ich bo- budú na Slovensku dočasne, teda dolfom V. Perinom privítal 14. na tieto tri vzťahy,” uviedol. sa zúčastnili vojaci z Chorvátska, lo okolo 22.000. V roku 2014 po skončení procesu sa vrátia septembra na letisku v Kuchyni Náčelník Generálneho štábu Maďarska, Rumunska, Sloven- hlásili najviac nových pacientov späť do Rakúska. americký vojenský konvoj, ktorý Ozbrojených síl SR Milan Max- ska, Slovinska, Spojených štátov z Nitrianskeho a Bratislavského S Na Slovensku klesol za prvých dorazil na Slovensko. im ocenil profesionalitu ame- a Ukrajiny. kraja, najmenej zo Žilinského a osem mesiacov tohto roka počet Vojenské cvičenie a transport rických vojakov, ktorým nero- Americké jednotky opusti- Trenčianskeho kraja. trestných činov. Polícia zazna- vojenskej techniky cez Slovensko bilo pri transporte problémy li Slovensko 17. septembra a S Slovensko má medzi ti- menala 51 246, čo je o 5 961 považuje minister za príležitosť ani daždivé počasie a dorazili pokračovali smerom do Ma- síckou najlepších vín sveta viac menej ako za porovnateľné ob- vyskúšať spôsobilosť slovenskej na základňu bez problémov a v ďarska. Ešte predtým si záu- zástupcov ako Taliansko. V dobie vlaňajška. armády. stanovenom termíne. jemcovia mohli pozrieť časť Americký veľvyslanec Rudolf Konvoj tvorí približne 640 americkej techniky v rámci Dňa V. Perin konštatoval, že Sloven- amerických vojakov s asi 150 kus- otvorených dverí na Minister- sko a USA sú partneri a ako spo- mi techniky. Američania so se- stve obrany Slovenskej republiky jenci spolupracujú na viacerých bou priniesli napríklad obrnené (Pokračovanie na str. 19) Slovensko rozbieha výrobu Bentley Bentayga Volkswagen Slovakia v Bratis- Slováci ako jediní v celom roku vyrobilo 974-tisíc auto- lave rozbieha výrobu karosérií a koncerne Volkswagen vyrábajú mobilov. Práve pre nové mo- náprav pre luxusné Bentley Ben- karosérie zo zliatiny ocele a hli- dely môžu tri slovenské auto- tayga. Vďaka tomuto novému níka pre veľké SUV automobily. mobilové fabriky už v roku 2015 pracovnému projektu vzniklo V Bratislave vyrobené karosé- vyrobiť viac ako jeden milión sto nových pracovných miest. rie následne putujú do závodu nových vozidiel. Počet kmeňových zamestnancov Bentley v britskom Crewe. Nová Kia Sportage zo závo- sa tak zo súčasných 9.900 zvýšil Bentley Bentayga je momen- du pri Žiline sa dostane na trh na 10-tisíc. tálne najrýchlejším SUV na v prvom štvrťroku budúceho Automobilový závod v Bra- svete, dokáže jazdiť rýchlosťou roka. Výroba sa začne tento rok tislave bude ako jediný na svete až 305 kilometrov za hodinu. v decembri. Model Sportage by vyrábať až sedem rôznych auto- Na svetových trhoch sa bude mal tvoriť približne polovicu mobilových značiek: Volkswagen predávať v cenovom rozpätí od produkcie žilinskej automobilky. Touareg, Audi Q7, Volkswagen 170-tisíc do 200-tisíc eur. Jej ročná kapacita sa pritom blíži Trnava v polovici septembra oslavila 777. výročie udelenia kráľovských up!, Škoda Citigo, SEAT Mii a Britská automobilka plánu- k číslu 350 000 vozov. Druhým výsad slobodného kráľovského mesta. Trnava bola prvým mestom na karosérie pre Porsche Cayenne i je ročne vyrobiť okolo 4-tisíc kľúčovým modelom závodu je území terajšieho Slovenska, ktoré získalo kráľovské výsady v roku 1238. nový Bentley Bentayga. kusov týchto luxusných auto- Kia cee’d, ktorá tento rok prešla Jednou z výsad mesta bola priama podriadenosť kráľovskej korune, mobilov. Práve pre jedinečnú modernizáciou. ďalej právo slobodnej voľby richtára či farára, oslobodenie mešťanov od výrobu karosérií z ocele a Priamo v automobilovom platenia mýta na všetkých kráľovských mýtniciach v Uhorsku. Ďalšou hliníka získa závod v Bratislave priemysle pracuje približne z kráľovských výsad bolo aj právo slobodne sa v Trnave usadiť. Orig- inál listiny na pergamene v tvare nepravidelného obdĺžnika je napriek pravdepodobne aj výrobu karo- 70-tisíc ľudí a nepriamo je v svojmu veku v dobrom stave uchovávaný v trnavskej pobočke Štátneho sérií pre superšportové SUV od domácej ekonomike od výroby archívu. Chýba však zlatá bula, ktorou bola potvrdená. Zlatú pečať od- Lamborghini. áut závislých až 200-tisíc pra- trhli a ukradli vojaci Imricha Tököliho v roku 1683, pričom vytrhli aj Na Slovensku sa v minulom covných miest. časť pergamenu so štyrmi slovami.