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 CV P PASSAIC,ASSAIC, NN.J.,.J., JJULYULY 1133, 22016016 NUMBER 5073

At the scenic Treasure Lake resort in DuBois, Pa. She mirrors our fraternal way of life All is in readiness for our 61st International Golf Mary Ann Naple of Pittsburgh, Pa. is Tournament scheduled for the weekend of August 19-21 Our 2016 S.C.S. Fraternalist of the Year by James C. Matlon Sokol fraternalism has been an important component of her life Supreme Director of Sports and Athletics as long as she can remember. Appropriately then, Mary Ann Naple The longer days and spring are holding our annual golf tour- hospitality evening Friday night, a of Pittsburgh, Pa. has been selected by our Board of Directors as our weather brings the golf season nament at Treasure Lake Resort. wonderful dinner, on Saturday as Slovak Catholic Sokol 2016 Fraternalist of the Year. This octageniarn into full swing, so we should be- Treasure Lake Resort is located well as a complimentary host bar, certainly belies her years and credits her gin to prepare just minutes off of Interstate I-80 all part of your tournament entry activity in our organization for keeping ourselves at exit 101. The Fairfi eld Inn & fee and prize money. (All taxes her young. for the Slo- Suites and Hampton Inn are locat- and gratuities are included). A native of Pittsburgh’s historic vak Catholic ed just a few miles from Treasure The non-golf weekend package South Side, Mary Ann was born Septem- Sokol’s 61st Lake on 255 South. rate is $140.00 (inclusive), which ber 2, 1932 to the late Michael J. Pjontek, International Over the years this event has includes meals and lodging. Fi- Sr. and the former Anna Pogorelec, pio- Golf Tour- evolved to become much more nally, for our local members who neer members of the South Side Slovak nament that than a few simple rounds of golf may not require the entire hotel community. Both her parents were active will be held but rather a true fraternal family and meal package, there is a golf in our South Side Sokol lodges, Assembly the weekend affair in the spirit of friendship only package for $145.00, which 16 and Wreath 22. She was raised in the of August and good sportsmanship. Many includes entry and tournament ex- former St. Matthew Slovak Parish there 19th – 21st at Treasure Lake Golf of our Sokol members now attend pense fees. (No meals) These are and was graduated from its former parochial school where her teach- Courses in DuBois, Pa. the tournament accompanied with outstanding packages for the ser- ers were the Vincentian Sisters of Charity. We are looking forward to host- their respective families, which vice, quality of meals and golfi ng On May 2, 1952, Mary Ann married Anthony Suchy. The mar- ing a wonderful weekend of fra- has added to the richness of the that one will enjoy throughout the riage was blessed with four sons, Robert, Richard, Ronald and David. ternalism and good sportsmanship event and true Sokol camaraderie. weekend. Her husband, Anthony passed away on June 30, 1963. On October in August. The Slovak Catholic The tournament is shaping up We would like to accommodate 29, 1974, she remarried Anthony R. Naple of Youngstown, Oh. Her Sokol’s 61st International Golf to have a tremendous turnout of our Senior Members by offering husband Anthony was also a Sokol activist and served as a member of Tournament will be held August golfers and guests. The actual an additional choice again this the Supreme Assembly. Anthony was the father of Barbara McKnight 19th – 21st at the Treasure Lake tournament deadline is (post- year. A Half Golf Package will be who had two sons, Scott and Brian who is deceased. Her husband golf courses located just outside marked) by July 18th, so do not offered at the cost of $215.00. This Anthony passed away on April 13, 1992. of DuBois, Pennsylvania. The delay in returning your applica- will include two rounds of golf (9 Mary Ann has seven grandchildren and three grandsons from lodging accommodations will be tion forms to my home address: holes on Saturday and Sunday no Robert. Her grandchildren include: Ryan, Brandon(deceased) and at the Fairfi eld Inn or Hampton 6 Academy Drive East, Whip- Practice Round) the lodging and Alan; two grandsons from Ronald and his wife Karen. They include Inn in DuBois, PA. Since 1988, pany, NJ 07981 If you have any meals. Also, a Half Golf Only Brian and his wife Nicole and Joseph. Brian Suchy currently serves this will be the 11th time that we questions pertaining to the event, Package will be available for $75 as a Supreme Auditor of the Slovak Catholic Sokol. Mary Ann also please contact me directly on my which would include just the nine has two granddaughters to David. They include Kristen and Ashley. cell number (973) 647-8551, or holes of golfi ng on Saturday and Mary Ann has been an active Sokolka from childhood. In her email jmatlon@slovakcatholicso- Sunday along with the entry fee youth, she competed at numerous Group and national Slets as well kol.org. and prize money. as other sporting evening on the local, group and national levels. She The cost for this year’s event is Each golfer must make his has held a number of offi ces in Wreath 22 as well as within Group $285.00 for golfers. This low fee or her own hotel arrangements 14. At present, she serves as president of Wreath 22, which today includes the following: three full by contacting the Fairfi eld Inn ranks among the largest and most active Sokol lodges. She has rep- rounds of golf with a cart, two & Suites, 814-371-2260 or the resented Wreath 22 at numerous national convention. She served two nights lodging at the Fairfi eld Inn Hampton Inn, 814-375-1000 di- four-year terms as a Member of our former Supreme Court. The 28th & Suites or Hampton Inn (double rectly. Golf reservations for the national convention in Buffalo, N.Y. in 1999 elected Mary Ann as a occupancy), breakfasts on Sat- practice round on Friday should Supreme Auditor of the Slovak Catholic Sokol. The delegates to the 29th national convention held in Orlando, Fla. in 2003, reelected her urday and Sunday mornings, a (Continued on page 14) as a Supreme Auditor. Over the years, she has participated in numer- ous membership campaigns enrolling many new members into our organization. In addition to our organization, Mary Ann enjoys membership in the National Slovak Society. She is also active in the work of the Western Pennsylvania Slovak Cultural Association, where she is a member of the board. She actively participates in numerous Pitts- burgh area activities promoting our rich Slovak heritage and tradi- tions. Responding to the announcement that she had been selected as our 2016 Fraternalist of the Year, Mary Ann said “I enjoy participating in many Slovak Catholic Sokol activities and spend my time doing many things related to Slovak culture. I am very proud of my Slovak heritage and have passed this onto my sons and my grandchildren.....” Mary Ann hails from a well-known Sokol family. She has two brothers, Michael and his wife, Pat; and John and his wife, Kathy (Continued on page 6) Site of our 61st International Golf Tournament in DuBois, Pa. PAGE 2 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016

Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union hosts its 41st national convention in Gettysburg, Pa.

In the best traditions of the fra- hosted its 41st national convention and Illinois represented the more ternal benefi t system in general and in Gettysburg, Pa., the weekend of than 13,000 members with assets of Slovak fraternalism in particu- June 25-26. The quadrennial gath- of more than $16 million at the con- lar, we rejoice with our Sisters and ering took place at the Eisenhower vention. Representing the Slovak Brothers of the Ladies Pennsylva- Hotel & Conference Center. Del- Catholic Sokol at the convention nia Slovak Catholic Union which egates from Pennsylvania, Indiana were our Supreme Chaplain, Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic, and our Su- preme Secretary Scott T. Pogorelec, F.I.C. A highlight of the convention was the 41st convention liturgy cel- ebrated in the historic church of St. Francis Xavier on Sunday, June 26. The Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg was principal celebrant and homilist at the Mass. St. Francis Xavier Church is very historic in that it stood during the Battle of Gettysburg in the summer of 1863 and later served as a hospi- Shown at the LPSCU convention are Supreme Secretary Scott T. Pog- tal for the wounded. orelec, F.I.C., right with the Rt. Rev. Gary A. Hoover, O.S.B., Abbot of Concelebrants included, the Rt. the Cleveland Benedictine Abbey of St. Andrew Svorad. Rev. Gary A. Hoover, O.S.B., Ab- bot of St. Andrew Svorad Benedic- ern Slovakia, had high praise for the vide life insurance protection for tine Abbey in Cleveland, Oh., Msgr. work of service and caring that has their families and to support reli- Fraternal Bridges - our Supreme Chaplain, Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic Robert J. Siffrin, chairman of the characterized the work of the La- gious and cultural projects. From its and Supreme Secretary Scott T. Pogorelec, F.I.C. are shown fl anking Conference of Slovak Clergy and dies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic beginnings in the hard coal regions Mary Jo Savidge and Theresa A. Kluchinski, national secretary-trea- vicar general of the Youngstown, Union (LPSCU) since it founding of Pennsylvania, local lodges of the surer and national president, respectively of the Ladies Pennsylvania Oh. diocese; Rev. Andrew S. Hvoz- in Hazleton, Pa. in the heart of the organization were later founded in Slovak Catholic Union at the organization’s 41st national convention dovic, national president of the hard coal anthracite region of east- mill towns in the midwest and the held in Gettysburg, Pa., June 25-26. Slovak Catholic Federation and the ern Pennsylvania in 1898. It was a northeast. These local lodges gave Rev. Joseph Evanko among others. group of enterprising and coura- full support to many of our Slo- In his homily, Bishop Gainer, whose geous Slovak Catholic immigrant vak parishes established in various maternal roots can be traced to east- women who saw the need to pro- (Continued on page 3)

Bishop Jozef Halko Confi rms Class of 38 in New York City

The Bishop of Harrisburg, the Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer, second from the left, was the guest of honor at the 41st national convention of the LPSCU in Gettysburg, Pa., June 25-26. Shown welcoming him on the photo are from the left, Rt. Rev. Gary A. Hoover, O.S.B., Abbot of St. Andrew Svorad Benedictine Abbey in Cleveland, Oh. LPSCU National President Theresa A. Kluchinski and our Supreme Chaplain and National President of the Slovak Catholic Federation, Rev. An- drew S. Hvozdovic.

During a pastoral visit to the Slovak community in New York City, Bishop Jozef Halko, auxiliary bishop of Bratislava and delegate of the Slovak Bishops Conference for the pastoral care of Slovaks residing outside Slovakia, administered the sacrament of Confi rmation in Slovak to a class of 38 young people on Saturday, June 4 at the Church of St. John Nepomucene in Manhattan. Bishop Halko ex- plained that through the sacrament of Confi rmation, the recipients are bound more intimately to the Church and are endowed by the Holy Spirit with special strength. They are more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith both by word and by deed as true witnesses of Christ. Bishop Halko is shown center fl anked by the confi rmandi as well as in the top row, the clergy participating, including the pastor of the parish, the Rev. Richard D. Baker, the parochial vicars, the Rev. Stefan Chanas and the Rev. Paul Pratap Reddy Gatla as well as the Rev. Martin Kertys, C.O., a member of the New York Oratory of St. Philip Neri in Tappan, N.Y. From New York, Bishop Halko traveled on Saturday eve- ning, June 4 to Toronto, Canada where he was scheduled to administer the sacrament of Confi rmation in Slovak at the Parish of SS. Cyril and Methodius in Mississauga, Ontario. In 1994, Bishop Halko was ordained to the priesthood. Following graduate studies at the Pontifi cal College of the Holy Cross in Rome, he was awarded a doctorate in Sacred Theology. A gifted historian, he is the author of several works on history. He is currently working a new biography of the life and work of the Rev. Joseph Murgas. On March 17, 2012, he was consecrated as Auxiliary Bishop of Bratislava. Since his episcopal Our Supreme Chaplain, Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic, right, is shown ordination, Bishop Halko has visited Slovak communities in various parts of the world. In 2015, he with the Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburgh, who visited Slovak communities in San Francisco, Ca., New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada and was the celebrant of the 41st convention Mass of the LPSCU at the Australia. He is the nephew of our well-known Slovak cultural and fraternal activists, Dr. Mikulas and Church of St. Francis Xavier in Harrisburg, Pa. on June 26. Nadezda Halko of Mount Kisco, N.Y. photo TKKBS SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016 PAGE 3

Thoughts from our Supreme Chaplain AUG.13-15 Q 62nd annual Holy Dormition Message from our Supreme President World Youth Day 2016 (Assumption) Pilgrimage hosted by Michael J. Horvath by Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic by the Sisters Servants of Mary The Slovak Catholic Sokol is honored it can celebrate its Immaculate at St. Mary’s Villa, founding on the same day as the United States of America was World Youth Day 2016 is an in- World Youth Day, as Kraków was Sloatsburg, N.Y. for information founded. This year July 4, 2016 our great Society celebrated its ternational Catholic event focused his home. As he is such a popular call Sister Kathleen 845 753-2840, 111th anniversary while the United States of America celebrated its on faith and youth, due to be cel- saint in Poland, canonized on 27 [email protected], begins Saturday 240th year of existence. ebrated from July 25–31, 2016 April 2014, Cardinal Dziwisz said at noon and concludes on Sunday The 46 founders of the Slovak Catholic Sokol and the 56 in Kraków, Po- that the news of hosting another at 4 p.m. signers of the Declaration of Independence had the same vision land, organized World Youth Day in Poland has SUN.AUG.14 and foresight to create an organization and by the Catholic been met with “enthusiasm”, and Q 10th annual Mahoning Valley a country that offered its members and citi- Church. In my all Catholic dioceses in Poland will Slovak Fest on the grounds of Our zens a better and secure life under a common capacity as Di- be supporting the event. Special Lady of Sorrows Parish(St. Mat- cause. ocesan Pilgrim- activities will relate to the former thias Church grounds),2800 Shady I hope all enjoyed their Fourth of July age Director Pope’s devotion to the Merciful Je- Run Road, Youngstown, Oh., 12 holiday and celebrated the day with family, for the Diocese sus (Divine Mercy devotion) based noon to 8 p.m., for information friends, parades, cookouts and an evening of of Scranton, on Saint Mary Faustina Kowal- contact Loretta Ekoniak at tel.330 exciting fi reworks. I will be ac- ska apparitions and message. 549-3760 or loretta.ekoniak@ The Bowling Tournament results have companing Bishop Bambera and World Youth Day began with gmail.com. been published and I would like to congrat- the pilgrimages of my Diocese for Pope John Paul II’s invitation to Q New York-New Jersey area Slo- ulate all the winners for their accomplish- this gathering. This will be my sec- young people in 1984 to come to vak Day pilgrimage at the Salesian ments. A special thank you goes out to all bowlers who participated ond World Youth Day as I attended Rome for Palm Sunday. More than Shrine of Our Lady Help of Chris- in the tournament because without you there would be no winners. the event when it was in Denver in 300,000 turned out for the celebra- tians, Filors Lane, West Haver- The Bowling Tournament was a great fraternal event that brought 1993. tion. The following year - 1985 - straw, N.Y., confessions beginning together participants from two of the major fraternal organizations, Pope Francis announced at the coincided with the United Nations at 10 a.m., outdoor Mass at 11 a.m. the Slovak Catholic Sokol and the Greek Catholic Union. We also end of the closing Mass of the pre- International Year of Youth. Then on followed by a luncheon, conclud- want to acknowledge our brother Sokol, Francis J. Risko for being vious World Youth Day 2013 in Rio December 20, the Pope announced ing with Marian devotions at 2:30 the recipient of the 2016 Frank S. Petruff Memorial Sports Award. de Janeiro that Kraków, Poland will the fi rst offi cial WYD meeting for p.m. Brother Risko now joins the other members who have received this be the venue for World Youth Day 1986. The 2016 World Youth Day Q Wreath 81 annual indoor Sum- Award. I am looking to the 2017 tournament and would like to see 2016. This will be the second World in Kraków will mark 30-years since mer Picnic at the Sacred Heart fi fty percent more participants. We can reach this goal which will Youth Day hosted by Poland, the fi rst offi cial World Youth Day gath- Rose Room, 1717 LaPorte Ave., make the tournament bigger for more members to enjoy. fi rst being the World Youth Day ering. Whiting, Ind. beginning at 12 noon, Last weekend, July 9-10, 2016 the Slovak Catholic Sokol held 1991 held in Czestochowa. World Youth Day played a special call Audrey Filipek at tel. 219 659- its 29th annual Softball Tournament in the “Diamond City”, Wil- According to Cardinal Stanislaw role in John Paul II’s papacy, and 6444, deadline for reservations is kes-Barre, PA. This year the tournament format was changed to a Dziwisz, Metropolitan Archbish- both Pope Benedict XVI and Pope August 7th. co-ed competition. This co-ed format allows for all members to be op of the Archdiocese of Kraków, Francis have carried on the World AUG.19-21 on a team to represent their Groups. We appreciate all the Groups World Youth Day 2016 will be Youth Days instituted by John Paul Q 60th International Golf Tourna- that participated in this highly competitive competition as we await particularly signifi cant as a tribute II – as a symbol of hope for young ment at Treasure Lake Resort, Du- the fi nal results of the tournament. Since the tournament is now a to Pope John Paul II, founder of the people. Bois, Pa. co-ed competition we would like to see more teams participating in SUN.AUG.21 the 30th annual tournament in 2017. Q Annual Family Day Picnic host- Our Physical Fitness Board has done all the organizing for the ed by Assembly 34 and Wreath 47 upcoming Clinic (Kurz) set to be held July 27-31, 2016 at the State Sokol Calendar on the grounds of SS. Cyril and University of New York (SUNY) College of Brockport in Brock- Methodius School, 1315 Second port, NY, which is near Rochester, NY. The Groups that will be SAT.JULY 16 6 p.m. Street, N.E., Minneapolis, Minn. Q 43rd annual Summer Festival SUN.JULY 24 from 1 to 4 p.m., games for chil- (Continued on page 4) hosted by the Sisters of SS. Cyril Q 86th annual Slovak American dren and refreshments will be and Methodius at their Mother- Day hosted by the Federated Slo- served to all members, for infor- Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union hosts house, Villa Sacred Heart, Dan- vak Societies of Milwaukee at mation call James T. Genosky 763 ville, Pa. beginning at 10:30 a.m. Croatian Park, 9140 South 76th 789-9196. its 41st national convention in Gettysburg, Pa. concludes with 5 p.m. Mass in the St., Franklin, Wis. beginning with AUG.26-28 (Continued from page 2) appreciation for the legacy of the Basilica of SS. Cyril and Metho- Mass celebrated at 12 noon, cul- Q 26th Annual Slovak Festival Rev. Joseph Murgas, one of Penn- dius. tural program at 2:30 p.m., Slovak hosted by SS. Cyril and Methodius communities over the years. At the sylvania’s most gifted and talented SUN.JULY 17 culinary specialities, games and Parish, 41233 Ryan Rd.(north of 18 organization’s 3rd convention held citizens. The most recent establish- Q 43rd annual Slovak Day obser- entertainment, free admission, for mile Rd.), Sterling Heights, Mich., in Mahanoy City, Pa. in 1900, the ment of the Father Murgas Room at vance of the Diocese of Gary at information call Betty Valent 414- Friday, 6 p.m.-11 p.m., Saturday 2 delegates elected their fi rst national King’s on the Square King’s College the Shrine of Our Lady of Cze- 425-6137. p.m.-11 p.m., Sunday 12 noon to offi cers. In 1909 the 10th national in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. has enjoyed the stochowa. 5755 Pennsylvania JULY 29-31 9 p.m., Slovak Mass on Sunday convention was held in Yonkers, full support of the LPSCU, its offi - St.(Broadway), Merrillville, Ind. Q Annual Pierogi-Pirohy Fest, at 11:30 a.m., free admission, free N.Y. It was the fi rst time that the cers and members in various proj- Mass at 10:30 a.m. followed by hosted by the Whiting Robertsdale parking, for information call 586 organization hosted a convention ects. For more than a century the cultural program and refreshments, Chamber of Commerce in down- 726-6911 or www.slovakfestival. outside the state of Pennsylvania. Slovak Catholic Sokol has enjoyed for information call Betty Yurech- town Whiting, Ind. featuring Polish com By then, local lodges had been es- a close association with the offi cers ko at 219 795-1518 or visit www. and Slovak folk ensembles, culi- SAT. SEPT.10 tablished in several states. and members of the Ladies Penn- facebook.com/SlovakDayCelebra- nary specialities, games and exhib- Q 41st annual Sokol Golf Open Over the years, the LPSCU has sylvania Slovak Catholic Union, tion. its, Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to benefi t hosted by Assembly 28 at been at the forefront of numerous collaborating on many important is- Q Annual Slovak Day Picnic 10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Blissful Meadows Golf Course, religious and cultural projects of sues of importance to the American hosted by the American Slo- for additional information visit Douglas, Mass. the American Slovak community. Slovak community. vak Zemplin Club at the Slovak www.pierogifest.net or call toll free MON.SEPT.12 In 1964, the organization donated Our congratulations and fraternal Sokol Camp, 2069 Royalwood 800 659-0292. Q Wreath 111 patronal feast day $50,000 for the establishment of best wishes go out to newly re-elect- Rd.(between State and Broadview Q 32nd annual Czechoslovak Fes- observance honoring the Nativity the Slovak Institute of SS. Cyril and ed offi cers, including National Pres- Rd.), Broadview Heights, Oh. 12 tival Picnic at Ehlert Park, 4400 of the Mother of God at the Ameri- Methodius in Rome, now known ident Theresa A. Kluchinski, Na- noon to 8 p.m., music by the John- Elm Ave., Brookfi eld, Ill. 11 a.m. to can Slovak Club, 2915 Broadway as the Pontifi cal Slovak College of tional Vice President Anita Gregory, ny Pastirik Band, Slovak culinary 5 p.m., free admission; for informa- Ave., Lorain, Oh. beginning at 6:30 SS. Cyril and Methodius. For the National Secretary Treasurer Mary specialities, imported Slovak beer tion call Richard Grosser 708 485- p.m. refreshments will be served. past 38 years, the organization has Jo Savidge, the National Board with music for dancing and listen- 3357. WED.SEPT.14 generously supported the work of of Trustees, Mary Ann Ewasko, ing pleasure; admission $4.00 at AUG.4-6 Q Biennial convocation of the Con- the Slovak Catholic Federation and chairperson; members Dolores M. the gate, ages 17 and under free of Q Annual Summer Festival of St. ference of Slovak Clergy, Holiday its annual SS. Cyril and Methodius Evanko, Jan Hladek, Margaret Jol- charge; for information call 440 John the Evangelist Parish on the Inn, Boardman, Oh. Appeal in support for the Church limore and James Yocum; Public 885-5702. parish grounds, Church and Broad SAT.SEPT.17 in Slovakia. In support of Slovak Relations Director, Margasret A. THURS.JULY 21 Sts., Pittston, Pa. Q 3rd annual Simply Slavic Fes- culture and heritage, the LPSCU Ferri and Fraternal Activities Direc- Q 93rd annual Pittsburgh Slovak FRI.AUG.5 tival celebrating the cultures and has supported the work of the Slo- tor Sisam Ondrejco. May they faith- Day observance at Kennywood Q Annual Iron Pigs game night out traditions of the family of Slavic vak League of America, especially fully serve in the best interests of Park, West Miffl in, Pa. begin- hosted by Group 10 beginning at 7 nations in the downtown section during the American Bicentennial their membership as well as to the ning with children’s games and p.m., members of Group 10 lodges of Cambria City in Johnstown, celebrations. In recent years, the credit of the fraternal benefi t system treats at 12:30 p.m., Mass at 4 should contact their respective local Pa. organization has given its full sup- in general and of Slovak fraternal- port for projects promoting a greater p.m., music for dancing begins at Assembly. (Continued on page 13) ism in particular. PAGE 4 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016 REFLECTOR ... The Word Jotings fr om Sokol of God... and Slovak life

26th Slovak Festival set at the Sterling Heights parish during this year’s 24th annu- Gospel for the Sixteenth Sunday Sterling Heights, Mich. parish al Slovak Festival. The festival’s reputation has grown of the Year - July 17th The Rev. Benjamin Kosnac, pastor of SS. Cyril and over the years and today it ranks among the largest and Methodius Parish in Sterling Heights, Mich. extends a most spirited summer Slovak day observances. Luke 10:38-42 cordial invitation to area Sokol members and friends to participate in this summer’s 26th annual Slovak Festival 86th Annual Milwaukee Slovak Day A reading from the holy Gospel of the parish scheduled for the weekend of August 26-28. set for July 24 according to Luke The festival is held on the parish grounds and parish plant The Milwaukee area is set to host one of the old- located at 41233 Ryan Road, north of 18 Mils Road, in est summer Slovak Day observances on Sunday, July Jesus entered a village where a woman whose name was Martha welcomed Sterling Heights, a Detroit suburb. Father Kosnac serves 24. The Federated Slovak Societies of Milwaukee will him. She had a sister named Mary who sat beside the Lord at his feet listen- as the chaplain of Group 16, “Rev. Ferdis Juriga,” of the host its 86th annual American Slovak Day at Croatian ing to him speak. Martha, with much serving, came to him and said “Lord Slovak Catholic Sokol. The weekend is fi lled with an ar- Park located at 9140 South 76th Street in Franklin, Wis. do you not care that my sister has left me by myself to do the serving? Tell ray of activities for every member of the family. Partici- Continuing its long-standing tradition, the day begins her to help me.” The Lord said to her in reply, “Martha, Martha, you are pating in the festival is a wonderful way of celebrating with the celebration of Mass which will be held out- anxious and worried about many things. There is need of only one thing. Slovak pride and heritage. doors beginning at 12 noon. Celebrant of the liturgy Mary has choosen the better part and it will not be taken from her.” The festivities begin on Friday, August 26 at 6 p.m. will be the Rev. John J. Jamnicky, pastor of St. Raphael featuring a parish talent show competition, live dance the Archangel Parish in Old Mill Creek, Ill. This parish The Gospel of the Lord. music and games of chance. Festivities continue until borders Wisconsin and is the most northly parish in the 11 p.m. The Saturday, August 27 program begins at 2 Archdiocese of Chicago. Father Jamnicky is a popular Gospel for the Seventeenth Sunday p.m. Traditional Slovak culinary specialities along with and well-known priest in the area’s Slovak community. of the Year - July 24th American picnic favorites will be available all day, in- The cultural program begins at 2:30 p.m. The cluding a bake sale featuring Slovak pastries. Imported program opens with a welcome by Ralph Hass, presi- Luke 11:1, 13 Slovak beer and liquor will be available. A children’s dent of the Federated Slovak Societies following by the area features a game tent, face painting, sand boxes, singing of the national anthems of the United States A reading from the holy Gospel infl atables, a rock climbing wall and bungee jumping. and Slovakia. The cultural program will feature a cel- according to Luke. There will be great live entertainment all afternoon and ebration of Slovak music and dance traditions at their evening featuring the artistry of Slovak folk ensembles, best. A highlight will be the performance by our Group Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he had fi nished, one of his including the Sarisan Slovak Folk Ensembles of Detroit, 4 Sokol drillers from Milwaukee’s Wreath 93. An- disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray just as john taught his dis- the Vychodna Slovak Dancers of Toronto and the Slovak other highlight will be the spirited presentation by the ciples.” He said to them, “When you pray, say: Domovina Dancers of Windsor, Canada. Music for danc- popular Tatra Slovak Dancers who will perform songs Father, hallowed be your name, ing and listening pleasure will feature the band Planet of and dances from the various regions of Slovakia. Live your kingdom come. Fun along with Patrick J and Phase Two. Raffl es and music for dancing and listening pleasure will be en- Give us each day our daily bread games of chance will also be featured. joyed until 6 p.m. Children’s activities will be available and forgive us our sins The Sunday, August 28th program begins at 11:30 throughout the afternoon. for we ourselves forgive everyone in debt to us, a.m. with the celebration of Mass in Slovak in SS. Cyril Traditional Slovak culinary specialities along and do not subject us to the fi nal test.” and Methodius Church. The indoor and outdoor activi- with popular American picnic favorites will be avail- And he said to them, “Suppose one of you has a friend to whom he goes ties continue throughout the day concluding at 9 p.m. able. Homemade Slovak pastries as well as imported at midnight and says, ’Friend, lend me three loaves of bread, for a friend There is free admission and plenty of free parking avail- beer from Slovakia will also be featured. Handmade, of mine has arrived at my house from a journey and I have nothing to of- able all weekend long. imported Slovak and Czech ornaments, jewelry, crafts fer him,’ and he says in reply from within,Do not bother me; the door has The history of SS. Cyril and Methodius Parish is and artifacts will be available for sale. Complimentary already been locked and my children and I are already in bed. I cannot get truly unique. The parish began on Detroit’s west side in golf cart transportation is available at the park for the up to give you anything.” I tell you, if he does not get up to give the visitor 1918 under the leadership of the Rev. Joseph Zalibera. “Young at Heart.” There is free admission to the park the loaves because of their friendship, he will get up to give him whatever Under his leadership, a large parish plant was construct- as well as plenty of parking available. Raffl e tickets he needs because of his persistence. “And I tell you, ask and you will re- ed including a large church, rectory, school and convent. will also be featured and will be drawn at 5 p.m. For ceive; seek and you will fi nd; knock and the door will be opened to you. For St. Cyril High School was founded in 1941 and served additional information on this year’s American Slo- everyone who asks, receives; and the one who seeks, fi nds; and to the one the parish for many years. It was among the few high vak Day picnic, call our Wreath 93 Sokolka, Betty who knocks, the door will be opened. What father among you would hand schools established in Slovak parishes. Following his re- Valent at tel 414 425-6137 or Ralph at 262 893-2972. his son a snake when he asks for a fi sh? Or hand him a scorpion when he tirement, the Rev. Elimir Mikus became pastor. Due to Our Sokol Wreath 93 has been an active member of asks for an egg? If you then, who are wicked, know how to give good gifts demographic changes in Detroit, many parishes had to be the Federated Slovak Societies for many years and to your children, how much more will the Father in heaven give the Holy closed. With the blessing of Detroit’s Archbishop, Cardi- has supported their various cultural and civic activi- Spirit to those who ask him?” nal Edmund Szoka, the parish was given permission to ties. We hope than many of our Group 4 Sokols and The Gospel of the Lord. relocate. An extensive piece of property was purchased Sokolky will turnout for this annual celebration of in the suburb of Sterling Heights for the new parish. In Slovak pride in the greater Milwaukee area. An enjoy- 1989, the new SS. Cyril and Methodius Slovak Church able afternoon is assured. was solemnly blessed and dedicated. When Father Mi- Message from our Supreme President kus retired to Slovakia in January 1999, the Rev. Benja- 43rd Gary Indiana Slovak Day min Kosnac, who was ordained in Slovakia in 1993 and set for Sunday, July 17 (Continued from page 3) soon arrived in Sterling Heights to assist Father Mikus. All is in readiness as the Slovak community of sending their Physical Fitness offi cers to the Clinic have our sincere appre- Following Father Mikus’s retirement and return to Slo- the four county, Diocese of Gary in northwest Indi- ciation since they are helping the Slovak Catholic Sokol continue its tradi- vakia, Father Ben was initially appointed administrator ana celebrates Slovak pride at this year’s 43rd annual tion of preparing its Group leaders for the 48th International Slet in 2017. of the parish on January 28, 2013 and subsequently be- Slovak Day Celebration set for Sunday, July 17. This This is also the time of the year our Groups, Assembly and Wreaths came pastor. Father Ben’s serves a thriving parish and year’s Slovak Day observance will be held at the Sal- will hold their annual picnics, Sokol Days. These events are one way mem- is an example of the potential of reestablishing Slovak vatorian Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa located bers can stay connected with their local leaders and the Society. I want to parishes in new locations following the closing of the at 5755 Pennsylvania Street(Broadway) in Merrill- ask all of our members to attend a local Sokol Day and enjoy the day with original parish plants. ville, Ind. The shrine serves as a Mission House for your family, friends and other members while indulging in the Slovak cu- Father Ben is active in the American Slovak com- priests conducted by the Society of the Divine Savior. linary creations prepared by the local committees and in the other Slovak munity and supports the work of the Slovak Catholic Festivities begin with a concelebrated Mass in traditions and customs. I am sure you will enjoy the day and your support Federation, the Slovak League of America as well as our the Shrine Church at 10:30 a.m. with priests of Slo- will be appreciated. Slovak fraternals. He is a member of our Sokol, Assem- vak ancestry from the diocese as well as neighbor- I want to thank all who have kept me in their prayers and their healing bly 36 which was founded in 1909 under the patronage ing dioceses concelebrating. Following the liturgy, thoughts as I continue to recovery from my current illness. This is not the of SS. Cyril and Methodius. This fraternal lodge was a delicious luncheon featuring traditional Slovak way I thought I would be spending my summer but I am healing well and among the founders of the Detroit Slovak parish in 1918. culinary specialities will be enjoyed. A cash bar will getting back to normal although it be a little slower than I would like. Thank Father Ben also serves as our Group 16 chaplain and is be available. The cultural program begins at 1 p.m. you again and I appreciate all the Get Well wishes and messages. active in the First Catholic Slovak Union. Under his lead- and will feature the skill and artistry of the Veselica ership, the Sterling Heights parish generously supports Slovak Folk Ensemble of Chicago who will perform With God’s Blessing to all, the annual SS. Cyril and Methodius Appeal of the Slovak the music and dances of the various regions of Slova- Zdar Boh! Catholic Federation in support of the Church in Slovakia. We hope that many area Sokols and Sokolky will visit (Continued on page 11) SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016 PAGE 5 Prize List: 70th International Slovak Catholic Sokol Bowling Tournament 80th Bowling Tournament of the Greek Catholic Union

MEN’S TEAM RESULTS 7. Assembly 261 - Reading, PA $120 Prize Bill Kazmierczak 192 200 168 144 704 Money 1st 2nd 3rd Handi- George Kazmierczak 179 214 181 153 727 1. Team 59 - SCS $700 Game Game Game cap Total Totals 371 414 349 297 1,431 Michael Horvath 158 177 150 177 662 Dave Check 125 194 186 171 676 8. Assembly 36 - Detroit, MI $110 Marty Degnan 244 190 220 135 789 Mark Papcun 150 142 192 204 688 Keith Moeller 230 204 244 165 843 John Papcun 193 233 147 165 738 Totals 757 765 800 648 2,970 Totals 343 375 339 369 1,426

2. Lilly #2 - SCS $430 9. Assembly 59 - Wilkes-Barre, PA $104 Dan Casey 255 183 220 120 778 Dave Iskra, Jr. 191 199 194 204 788 Francis Risko 186 148 182 168 684 Justin Francis 142 120 146 228 636 Gary Risko 258 181 202 102 743 Totals 333 319 340 432 1,424 Brian Risko 200 220 200 48 668 Totals 899 732 804 438 2,873 10. Johnston, PA Alan Keagy 141 199 116 255 711 3. Dave’s Crew - SCS $300 Eric Magnifi co 143 136 156 255 690 Dave Iskra, Sr. 224 192 259 81 756 Totals 284 335 272 510 1,401 Dave Iskra, Jr. 168 160 127 204 659 Justin Francis 154 155 156 228 693 11. Ohio Bowlers Tony Rasimas 214 222 215 51 702 Edward Bero 181 173 181 153 688 Totals 760 729 757 564 2,810 Michael Shirilla 177 213 183 123 696 Totals 358 386 364 276 1,384 4. Lilly #3 - SCS $200 Alan Keagy 185 144 120 255 704 12. Perryopolis, PA Eric Magnifi co 140 154 165 255 714 Bernie Seruga 192 170 154 165 681 Doug Simon 224 227 179 84 714 Dave Matty 202 162 168 171 703 John Goberish 174 168 166 150 658 Totals 394 332 322 336 1,384 Totals 723 693 630 744 2,790 MEN’S SINGLES RESULTS 5. Group 16 - Detroit, MI $160 Mark Papcun 129 145 134 204 612 Prize 1st 2nd 3rd Handi- John Papcun 188 150 187 165 690 Money Game Game Game cap Total Stephen Papcun 145 253 221 153 772 1. Tony Rasimas SCS Wilkes-Barre, PA $180 269 278 247 51 845 Paul Papcun 193 217 165 138 713 2. Stephen Papcun SCS Detroit, MI $160 195 257 234 153 839 Totals 655 765 707 660 2,787 3. Paul Papcun SCS Detroit, MI $120 257 209 201 138 805 4. Brian Risko SCS Lilly, PA $110 248 214 279 48 789 6. F.U.B.A.R. - GCU 5. John P. Minarish GCU Sterling Heights, MI $100 238 224 212 111 785 George Lopata 184 137 180 222 723 6. Dave Iskra, Jr. SCS Wilkes-Barre, PA $90 194 164 190 204 752 Dave Oleska 194 166 155 183 698 7. James J. Asmonga GCU West Miffl in, PA $85 233 247 213 51 744 Donald Ribarchak 154 155 184 168 661 8. Frank E. Johnson GCU St. Clair Shores, MI $80 212 247 170 108 737 Chris Ribarchak 156 192 190 144 682 9. Jeffrey Wahal GCU Bethel Park, PA $75 203 246 187 99 735 Totals 688 650 709 717 2,764 10. Robert Haller GCU Beaver, PA $70 257 235 191 51 734 11. George Kazmierczak SCS Reading, PA $65 221 161 198 153 733 7. Prospectors - GCU 12. Robert Sufl ita GCU Endwell, NY $60 146 188 209 189 732 John L. Minarish 128 200 137 135 600 12. Adam Macurak SCS Pittsburgh, PA $55 160 213 196 165 734 John P. Minarish 220 233 180 111 744 14 . Charles Robinson GCU Whitaker, PA $50 243 194 202 87 726 Mike Suray 170 154 128 192 644 15. Michael Shirilla GCU Girard, OH $45 170 192 235 123 720 Christopher D. Mathewson 235 197 236 93 761 16. John L. Minarish GCU Sterling Heights, MI $40 199 232 152 135 718 Totals 753 784 681 531 2,749 17. Dave Iskra, Sr. SCS Wilkes-Barre, PA $30 235 225 176 81 717

MEN’S DOUBLES RESULTS WOMEN’S TEAM RESULTS Prize Money 1st 2nd 3rd Handi- Prize 1. Detroit, MI - SCS $360 Game Game Game cap Total Money 1st 2nd 3rd Handi- Stephen Papcun 258 255 213 153 879 1. Cleats Strongsville - GCU $500 Game Game Game cap Total Paul Papcun 180 168 194 138 680 Phyllis Johnson 147 156 193 168 664 Totals 438 423 407 291 1,559 Martha Seich 122 133 150 126 531 Diana Simpson 164 173 174 132 643 2. Wilkes-Barre, PA - SCS $240 Jean Karaffa 191 207 205 12 615 Dave Iskra, Sr. 200 245 223 81 749 Totals 624 669 722 438 2,453 Tony Rasimas 265 240 215 51 771 Totals 465 485 438 132 1,520 2. Wilkes-Barre, PA - SCS $270 Bernadette Jacob 211 162 128 102 603 3. West Miffl in/Munhall, PA $210 Heather Horvath 97 126 152 198 573 James J. Asmonga 221 255 224 51 751 Kelly Palchanis 163 143 173 153 632 Mark Cherpak 205 268 280 0 753 Andrea Ames Papcun 144 173 158 126 601 Totals 426 523 504 51 1,504 Totals 615 604 611 579 2,409

3. Assemby 162 - Clifton, NJ $180 3. Club Lanes - GCU $224 Robert Molsoski 246 223 256 147 872 Anna Marie Kuzma 126 165 162 186 639 Scott Pitman 160 174 181 117 632 Milly Asmonga 144 147 143 153 587 Totals 406 397 437 264 1,504 Debbie Romanek 136 147 143 120 546 Patricia Fischetti 152 173 160 126 611 5. Beaver, PA $160 Totals 558 632 608 585 2,383 George Juba 131 167 155 237 690 Robert Haller 258 224 268 51 801 4. Barberton Bowlers - SCS Totals 389 391 423 288 1,491 Carol Macko 147 185 114 150 596 Karen Bakita 122 160 127 132 541 6. Michigan & Pittsburgh $140 Rose Bakita 113 117 106 270 606 Christopher D. Mathewson 204 193 195 93 685 Darlene Matesic 117 134 175 213 639 Mike Suray 169 236 188 192 785 Totals 499 596 522 765 2,382 Totals 373 429 383 285 1,470 (Continued on page 11) PAGE 6 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016

2016 SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL Lodge Jottings Mary Ann Naple of Pittsburgh, Pa. is INTERNATIONAL CLINIC – KURZ Our 2016 S.C.S. Fraternalist of the Year July 27-31, 2016 MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. University of Brockport, Brockport, New York (Continued from page 1) particular. Assembly 34 Sister Mary Ann is well-deserv- Wreath 47 Pjontek. Brother Michael served as WEDNESDAY, JULY 27TH a member of the Supreme Assem- ing of this fraternal tribute. She We are pleased to announce that bly for many years and currently will be honored with the presenta- TIME EVENT PLACE our traditional Sokol Family Day Pic- 11:00AM - 1:00PM Arrival of Supreme serves as an Honorary Supreme tion of a plaque and a gift of $200 nic is scheduled for Sunday, August Offi cer of the Slovak Catholic So- as a small token of gratitude of our Physical Fitness Board McLean Hall 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. Our festivities will kol. Her deceased sister, Rose Li- organization at a dinner in the fall. be held on the grounds of SS. Cyril jewski was also an active Sokolka. We join her many friends, admirers 1:00PM - 6:00PM Work Detail TBD and Methodius School, located at Mary Ann’s is a 100 percent Slovak and fellow Sokols and Sokolky in 1315 Second Street, N.E. in Minne- Catholic Sokol family. She serves expressing our congratulations on 6:00PM Supreme Physical Fitness apolis. We have planned an enjoyable Board Meeting Common Room of McLean as a wonderful ambassador of the this honor. May God continue to day which will feature games for chil- organization and the high ideals of bless Mary Ann with good health dren, plenty of delicious picnic style THURSDAY, JULY 28TH the fraternal benefi t system in gen- and happiness in the years ahead. food and refreshments. An enjoyable eral and of Slovak fraternalism in Congratulations and Zdar Boh! 8:00AM - 11:00AM Registration McLean Hall afternoon is assured. All members of Assembly 34 and Wreath 47 are 11:00 - 11:45AM Meeting with all Clinic welcome free of charge at this annual Group 10 fraternal outing set for Aug. 5 Participants McLean Hall fraternal event. Ours is a rich legacy which we will Group 10, “Rev. Francis Sasinek” the game should contact their local 12:00 - 1:00PM Lunch Brockway Hall continue to promote. Our parish of will host its annual summer sports Assembly. Refreshments will be SS. Cyril and Methodius, established and fraternal outing on Friday, Au- available. 1:30 - 4:45PM Clinic participants - Men - Tuttle South in 1891 is now the oldest Slovak gust 5. Members of local Assemblies Come join us for what looks to opening meeting / drills Women - Tuttle South Catholic parish in the United States belonging to Group 10 in the Lehigh be an enjoyable summer evening dedicated to the Apostles of the Slavs. Valley are invited to participate. The celebrating good sportsmanship and 5:00 - 6:00PM Dinner Brockway Hall Local Slovak fraternal lodges affi liat- evening of baseball will include at- Sokol fellowship. A good time is as- ed with this parish are among the old- tending an Iron Pigs game beginning sured. 6:30 - 10:00PM Group photo Tuttle South Common est as well. Our own Assembly 34 and at 7 p.m. The Iron Pigs will be play- Zdar Boh! Room of McLean Hall Wreath 47 date to 1909 and have con- ing the Rochester Red Wings which clinic participants - seminars: tinued their fraternal activities from is the top minor league affi liate of the Susan Knoblauh (gymnastics, Slet, medical forms, insurance) generation to generation. Thus, our Minnesota Twins. Group 10 Sokols Group 10 Team building activity Sokol lodges for more than 107 years and Sokolky interested in attending Recording Secretary have promoted our organization’s rich FRIDAY, JULY 29TH gymnastic and sporting traditions. We 7:30 - 8:30AM Breakfast Brockway Hall are pleased that our young people will social functions. You are missed and years, Whiting Sokols and Sokolky once again participate in the upcom- remembered in our prayers. actively participated in Sokol gym- 9:00AM - 11:45AM Clinic participants - drills Men - Tuttle South ing Supreme Clinic - Kurz in July in Our Wreath has enjoyed an active nastic, sporting and fraternal activities Women - Tuttle South Brockport, N.Y. in preparation for our fraternal past and we look to continue locally as well as within Group 4. organization’s 48th International Slet our activities in the future. Ours is a In recent years, Assembly 111 was 12:00 - 1:00PM Lunch Brockway Hall in 2017. We are proud of our past and proud history. It was on May 10, 1915 merged with Wreath 81. confi dent of our future. that a group of 38 Slovak women met So we look forward to seeing a 1:30 - 4:45PM Clinic participants - drills Men - Tuttle South We hope to see a good turnout at at St. John the Baptist Slovak the Par- good turnout of members at this Women - Tuttle South this year’s Sokol Family Day Picnic ish in Whiting and organized Wreath year’s picnic. Hope every is en- on August 21st. 81. Our founders chose St. Ann as joying a safe and restful summer. 5:00 - 6:00PM Dinner Brockway Hall Zdar Boh! patroness of the lodge. Previously, Happy 4th of July to all! James T. Genosky Assembly 111 had been established Zdar Boh! 6:30 - 10:00PM clinic participants - Financial Secretary, Assembly 34 in May of 1913 under the patronage Judy Strisko drill practice (if needed) and Men - Tuttle South of SS. Cyril and Methodius. Over the Recording Secretary Team building activity Women - Tuttle South WHITING, IND. SATURDAY, JULY 30TH Wreath 81 7:30- 8:30AM Breakfast Brockway Hall Continuing in a fi ne fraternal tradi- tion, our Wreath will once again hosts 9:00AM - 12:00PM Clinic participants - drills Men - Tuttle South its annual Summer Picnic on Sunday, Women - Tuttle South August 14 beginning at 12 noon at the Sacred Heart Rose Room located at 12:00 - 1:00PM Lunch Brockway Hall 1717 LaPorte Avenue in Whiting. All members are welcome to join us. The ISSN: 0897-8107 1:30 - 4:45PM Clinic participants - Men - Russel Room picnic will be hosted by our Wreath exhibition practice Women - Trinity Chapel offi cers. Reservations are necessary Established April 15, 1911 and can be made by calling Audrey Official Publication of the Slovak Catholic Sokol 5:00 - 6:00PM Dinner Brockway Hall Filipek at tel 219 659-6444 before Issued Bi-Weekly August 7th. An enjoyable afternoon 6:45 - 8:15PM Mass Eunice Kennedy Stadium has been planned and we look for- ward to seeing a good turn out of our Daniel F. Tanzone, Editor Group photo Editorial office: (973) 777-4010 Exhibition of Drills members. In addition, members are welcome to bring along a guest. A fun afternoon of good food, games along Annual Subscription Rates 8:30 - 11:00PM Nightly activities TBD United States $40.00 – All others countries $45.00 will traditional Sokol fraternal fellow- SUNDAY, JULY 31ST ship is planned. In keeping with our traditional POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Slovak Catholic Falcon, 7:30 - 8:30AM Breakfast Brockway Hall P.O. Box 899, 205 Madison Street, Care and Share project, our Wreath Passaic, New Jersey 07055 9:00- 10:00AM Check out McLean Hall is a proud sponsor of our local food pantry. Therefore, we are asking our Member of the Catholic Press generous members to bring along Association and the Slovak Newspapermen's monetary donations which will be Association of America earmarked for this worthwhile com- OUR NEXT ISSUE IS JULY 27TH munity project. Proprietor and Publisher In keeping with our bi week ly publishing sched ule, the next Our offi cers, President Josie Bolek, SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL issue of the Slovak Cath o lic Fal con will be that of Wednesday, July Recording Secretary and Financial 27th. Dead line for all pho tos and in for ma tion for this is sue will be P.O. Box 899 Thurs day, July 21st. View e-Falcon on our website: www.slovak- Secretary Judy Strisko and Auditors, 205 Madison Street, Passaic, N.J. 07055 catholicsokol.org. Thank ing you for your con tin ued co op er a tion Dorothy Urbanek and Audrey Filipek Home Office: (973) 777-2605-06 send warm wishes to our ill and home- in this mat ter, I re main Zdar Boh! WEB SITE –www.slovakcatholicsokol.org Daniel F. Tanzone, Editor bound members. We miss all who because of poor health or distance cannot participate in our meetings and SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016 PAGE 7

KIDS’ CORNER “Detský kútik ” July, 2016

ANNOUNCING THE KIDS’ CORNER SUMMER READING PROGRAM!!!!

If you love to read…..this is just the program for you. From June 13th-August 26th keep track of the name and author of each book that you read, and have your parents verify each with a signature. If you are not reading on your own yet, it is perfectly OK to have a parent, grandparent, babysitter….etc. read to you. Try to read books that not only interest you, but challenge you as well. I will need the completed reading lists returned to me no later than September 16th. Include your name, address, Group number and age so that I can recognize you in the paper. Notice that I have divided the groups based on reading ability….I did this as I anticipate the non-readers to achieve higher book totals as they may have books read to them on a more regular basis. The following is the breakdown of award levels…..keep in mind that those that reach higher levels will receive better prizes.

Non-Readers Early Readers (sounding out most Intermediate Readers Advanced Readers (100+ pages each) x Level 1 16 books words) (40+ pages each) x Level 1 4 books x x Level 2 24 books Level 1 8 books x Level 1 8 books x Level 2 8 books x x Level 3 32 or more books Level 2 16 books x Level 2 12 books x Level 3 12 or more books x Level 3 24 or more books x Level 3 16 or more books

Do me a favor and highlight your favorite books on the list!!! I love to share the titles with other children….Good luck and have fun reading!!!! Please send your completed reading lists to: Edward Moeller– 2821 Waterman Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. If you prefer to do it on-line...you can e-mail it to me at [email protected]

Find the summer words from the bottom in this Summer Word Search grid. The words can be forwards or backwards, vertical, horizontal, or diagonal. Circle each letter sepa- HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO rately, but keep in mind that letters in each summer word may be used in more than one word. When the summer word search puzzle is completed, read the remaining YOU!!!!! letters left to right, top to bottom, to learn an interesting Summer fact. Jacob Wood 7/1 By Dr. Michael Kopanic Summer Word Search Puzzle Karleigh Richnavsky 7/5

Dominik Luthens 7/6 AUGUST BARBECUE BASEBALL BEACH BIKING GOLF Detský kútik [dyet-ski ] [koo- Andrew John Michel 7/8 HATS HOLIDAY HOT HUMID JULY RELAX teek ] = Kid's corner SANDALS SHORTS SOCCER SUNBURN Michael Phillips III 7/12 SUNSCREEN SUNTAN SWIMMING VACATION Slovenské slová [Slow-ven- Travis Watkins 7/18 skeh slow-vaah ] Edye Spangler 7/20 summer = leto [le-toe] S U M S A N D A L S J M H E R Ruby Korenoski 7/22 S T A R U T S W H E N U I T S holidays, vacation = prázdniny Andrew Peterson 7/28 T H E S G N U M M E M R L S O [praahz-nee-nee] H A T S U L B I K I N G S Y T Emily Olexa 7/30 to go = isĨ [east] O I C E S A R U D O U O N D T L H E T T W E N R R E L A X T I Y S S W I M M I N G F S E C D O B T N D O F E O J U N L E A A A N R S D E F I I N I L S Y H R E S O R W I T O H T A H T H B E A C H E A A U T U B M N E E Q S C U S I C N O X E N E A C N R E T H N A T N U S E SEND YOUR BIRTHDAY DATES T W U E N R T Y S V E C O A N TO ME D S E O F S E P T E M B E B R [email protected] PAGE 8 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016

Scenes of the 70th International Slovak Catholic Sokol Bowling Tournament and the 80th National Bowling Tournament of the Greek Catholic Union Airport Bowling Lanes + Buffalo, New York + May 20-21

Detroit Sokol activists, Mark and Andrea Ames Papcun enjoyed this year’s tourna- ment. The Papcuns have been active for three generations in Assembly 36 and Group 16. Andrea currently serves as president of Group 16 Lovely Sokolky from Group 7 and Group 17 who enjoyed the tournament included, l-r, Kelly Palchanis and Heather Horvath of Group 7 and Member of the Supreme Physical Fitness Board Nancy Kropolinsky of Group 17.

Men’s Singles Division leaders are shown above and include, from the left, Stephen Papcun, Tony Rasimas and Paul Papcun.

Lovely Pittsburgh keglers included, from the left, Pamela Schloer, Courtney McCly- monds, Emily McClymonds and Holly Cherpak.

Ready for competition - l-r, Lori Burns, Karen Hess, Karen Adamcik and Beth Weso- loski.

Well-known veteran Sokol keglers from Assembly 162 in Clifton, N.J. are shown above and include, seated, l-r, Marc Kudlacik, Paul Awramko, a past Frank S. Petruff Memo- rial Sports Award recipient, and David Bulwin. Standing, l-r, Robert Mosloski, Scott Pit- man, Tony Glodava and Albert Pogorelec, both past recipients of the Frank S. Petruff Memorial Sports Award; Thomas J. Krack and Don Salmanowitz. Women’s Singles Division leaders from Group 5 included,l-r, Deanna Stranan, Carol Macko and Kathy Figard, who serves as president of Group 5. SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016 PAGE 9

All smiles from, l-r, Paschetti, Anna Marie Kuzma, Milly Asmonga and Debbie Romanek.

Enjoying the competition are, l-r,Patty Niskach, Melanie Niskach-Basl, Barbara M. Wahal and Maryann Karaman.

Ready to foll are, l-r, Michelle Davis, Barbara Rushe, Sandy Winkler and Maria Marks.

Rose Bero, Kathleen Shirilla, Margaret Pager-Russell and Nancy Lalley are shown above. PAGE 10 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016

The carmaker is currently launching recruitment cooperating with the Labor, Social Affairs and the Family Center. All the What's making headlines in our ancestral homeland new workers will have to undergo training. PSA Peugeot Citroen Slovakia announced the launch of preparations for a fourth shift system last December. Growth in demand for the cars that its manufactures and approval for the production of a new model are behind the move. The carmaker’s daily output is 1,350 cars, which is more than 60 per hour. The plant currently employs 3,500. Its output last year was 303,000 vehicles. Kiska: Nord Stream puts Ukraine in great jeopardy The proposed Nord Stream 2 pipeline could put Ukraine’s energy security in jeopardy, President Andrej Kiska told TASR during his visit to Eurstream’s compressor station in Velke News and Views from Slovakia... Kapusany(Kosice region) on June 9. “That’s because once complete Ukraine could be easily cut off from Russian gas. “It’s not just about trade, either: as gas can Slovakia assumes presidency of It was reacting to the results of the British referendum, in be used for blackmail purposes or as a political tool,” claimed which 51.9 percent of voters decided for their country leaving the president, adding that it’s important to realize that the exist- the Council of the European Union the EU. According to the ministry, Slovakia has received this Slovakia offi cially took over a six-month rotating Presi- ing Nord Stream 1 pipeline is not utilized to full capacity. “This piece of news with regret, but at the same time it respects it. dency of the Council of the European Union from The Neth- means that the existing capacity is fully adequate for transporta- “We also stress that the United Kingdom remains a full- erlands on July 1. tion Russian gas to Europe.” fl edged EU member with all rights and duties until the process On this occasion, members of the European Commission Also because of this, Kiska discussed the current situation of its exit from the EU is completed,” stated the ministry. with its President Jean-Claude Juncker at the helm arrived in in the gas industry with representatives of Slovak gas transporter Meanwhile, the Slovak Foreign Ministry believes that Slovakia on the evening of Thursday, June 30 to hold talks with Eustraam and how to maintain Slovakia’s security in terms of there’s a need of internal refl ection in the EU with the aim of members of the Slovak Cabinet on July 1. The beginning of boosting people’s trust in the common European project. Slo- each presidency is traditionally marked by such a meeting. (Continued on page 13) vakia as the presiding country of the EU Council as of July 1 is Slovakia assumed its fi rst-ever presidency in a time when ready to play an active and responsible role in this, according the EU faces unprecedented challenges like the vote to exit the to the ministry. EU by Great Britain, the migration crisis that is putting pressure “Slovakia still believes that the EU is the best path for on unity of the Schengen area and security issues following ter- our country and the European continent. It’s brought peace, rorist attacks in Paris and Brussels. stability, prosperity and tangible benefi ts for its people. These The program of Slovakia’s Presidency of the Council of benefi ts must be further developed, while the trend of people the EU, approved by the Cabinet at its session on June 30, in- ceasing to understand the common project needs to be halted,” cludes four priorities: an economically strong Europe, the mod- wrote the ministry. ern single market, migration and a globally engaged Europe. “We’re ready for the presidency, in terms of organization as well as technical equipment. I believe that we’ll convince Kiska: EU suffers everybody(of this),” said Foreign and European Affairs Minis- injury from Brexit ter Miroslav Lajcak(a Smer-SD nominee). Slovak President Andrej Kiska respects the will of the The EU Council is one of the chief EU institutions. Its British people, who in the June 23rd referendum decided that role is forming of the European legislation along with the Euro- their country should leave the EU, even though he feels sorry pean Parliament, as well as coordination among EU members about it, Kiska’s communication department head Roman in individual fi elds, such as the joint foreign and security poli- Krpelan told TASR on June 24. cies. Every six months, one EU-member state presides over “It’s a decision and the will of the British people that the Council. A country holding the presidency manages the must be respected. “I’m personally sorry for this, but history Council meetings at all levels. In addition, its role is to seek hasn’t come to a standstill, it goes on,” said Kiska, according compromises in important issues and represent member states to Krpelan. vis-a-vis other EU institutions like the European Commission By Brexit, the EU and the idea of European integration and the European Parliament. have suffered an injury and everyone in the EU now must do signifi cantly more for its state of health to improve. “Because Fico: EU’s fundamental policies the EU is a guarantee of free development, solidarity, prosper- must change following Brexit ity and security also for Slovakia,” added Kiska. The Slovak Government respects the June 23 decision of British voters to opt from the European Union and no further Trnava-based PSA Peugeot comments are necessary, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico Citreon plant introduces 4th shift stated on June 24. Trnava-based carmaker PSA Peugeot Citroen Slovakia “It’s no tragedy, but reality, with the remaining 27 EU will create a fourth system of(weekend) shifts, a unique move members countries now having to react quickly. It’d be a big in Slovakia, the company’s HR department director Lubomir mistake, if the reaction of these 27 countries were the same as Kollar told TASR on June 23. the EU’s policies have been so far, however. A huge number The company will employ 800 people on the fourth shift of people in Europe rejects the EU’s migration policy and it’s system in connection with the production of a new unspecifi ed unhappy with its economic policy, too. Now, it’s up to us to Citroen model. Their salaries should range between 70-80 per- say that EU’s fundamental policies must undergo substantial cent of standard company salaries,said Kollar. changes,” stressed Fico. The Trnava plant is currently working on a three-shift ba- The Slovak prime minister further noted that at meetings sis from Monday to Friday and occasionally also on Saturday. The historic Bratislava Castle has for centuries been with several senior European politicians, acting as the premier “Our goal is to manufacture 360,000 cars annually, and this the symbol of Slovakia’s shining capital city on the of the soon-to-be presiding EU country, he’s proposed to orga- is beyond our abilities under the current system. That’s why Danube River. During the nearly two centuries that Bratislava nize an informal debate on the future of the EU. we’re introducing a fourth shift system as of next January,” (Presburg) served as the capital of Hungary during the Turk- “We must propose more attractive approaches to issues said Kollar. ish invasions, the castle served as the residence of the king. that are being viewed negatively,” said Fico. According to Kollar, this is an opportunity for those Added construction took place during the years of Empress The premier further pointed out that practical issues con- whose family situation doesn’t allow a whole working week Maria Theresia, who said Bratislava was among her favorite cerning Brexit will be dealt with by the EU with Slovakia as its or for students who want to earn some extra money. “For ex- cities. It was burned in 1811 and lay in ruin for most of the presiding country. According to him, the Slovak Government ample, for people from more distant regions a bus will take nineteenth century. Major restorations were made especially has therefore huge responsibility, so the Opposition should re- them to Trnava for their weekend job, they’ll earn money and following the creation of Czechoslovakia in 1918. Today, it’s frain from its attempts against him and Interior Minister Robert then have a free week,” said Kollar. beauty and architectural style has never been better. As Slo- Kalinak for their alleged links to businessman Ladislav Baster- Head of the carmaker’s recruitment center Daniela Sch- vakia’ prepares to begin its six-month presidency of the Eu- nak and his supposed tax frauds. weizer said that around 200 existing employees have already ropean Union, it will play hosts to millions of visitors from shown interest in weekend shifts, which represents an oppor- all parts of the world who will visit the Slovak capital from MFA: Slovakia regrets, tunity for career growth for the. The company will replace em- July 1 to December 31, 2016 when Slovakia will be the cen- but respects Brexit ployees who switch to weekends with new workers. Shorter ter of Europe and of its more than 500 million residents of The European Union is now ahead of diffi cult talks that work contracts are a trend in Europe now, added Schweizer. the EU. It most recent innovation has been the creation of a must provide answer to many practical issues concerning the traditional professional garden in the renaissance style. Acres settling of relations between the EU and the United Kingdom, around the castle have been planted manicured with an array the Slovak Foreign and European Affairs Ministry stated in a Selected stories are provided by TASR-Slovakia, the of fl ora and fauna prepared to enhance the overall beauty of press release on June 24. Slovak Republic’s offi cial News Agency. the Bratislava Castle. SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016 PAGE 11 Prize List: 70th International Slovak Catholic Sokol Bowling Tournament 80th Bowling Tournament of the Greek Catholic Union (Continued from page 5) MEN’S ALL-EVENTS RESULTS WOMEN’S DOUBLES RESULTS Prize TeamDoubles Single Handi- Prize Money Score Score Score cap Total Money 1st 2nd 3rd Handi- 1. Stephen Papcun SCS Detroit, MI $120 619 726 686 459 2,490 1. West Miffl in, PA - GCU $250 Game Game Game cap Total 2. Tony Rasimas SCS Wilkes-Barre, PA $100 651 720 794 153 2,318 Anna Marie Kuzma 164 147 114 186 611 3. Dave Iskra, Sr. SCS Wilkes-Barre, PA $80 675 668 636 243 2,222 Patricia Fischetti 166 193 146 126 631 4. Brian Risko SCS Lilly, PA $70 620 711 741 144 2,216 Totals 330 340 260 312 1,242 5. Robert Haller GCU Beaver, PA $60 630 750 683 153 2,216 6. Dave Iskra, Jr. SCS Wilkes-Barre, PA $50 455 584 548 612 2,199 2. Lilly, PA - SCS $210 7. Paul Papcun SCS Detroit, MI $45 575 542 667 414 2,198 Colleen Keagy 142 177 163 204 686 8. John P. Minarish GCU Sterling Heights, MI $40 633 554 674 333 2,194 Nancy Cassisi 119 155 118 150 542 9. AJ Novotney SCS Perryopolis, PA $35 697 616 565 306 2,184 Totals 261 332 281 354 1,228 10. George Kazmierczak SCS Reading, PA $25 577 560 580 459 2,176 11. John Smith SCS Lilly, PA $20 607 551 515 495 2,168 3. Pennsylvania & Ohio - SCS $175 12. Adam Macurak SCS Pittsburgh, PA $18 606 498 566 495 2,165 Kami Simon 123 160 176 147 606 13. Keith Moeller SCS Pittsburgh, PA $16 678 505 486 495 2,164 Rose Bakita 128 100 112 270 610 14. Jeffrey Wahal GCU Bethel Park, PA $15 605 615 636 297 2,153 Totals 251 260 288 417 1,216 15. Dan Butchko, Jr. GCU Boardman, OH $14 518 585 550 495 2,148 16. Robert Mosloski SCS Clifton, NJ $13 432 725 541 441 2,139 4. Strongsville, OH - GCU $145 17. Michael Shirilla GCU Girard, OH $12 590 573 597 369 2,129 Diana Simpson 155 168 142 132 597 18. Robert Sufl ita GCU Endwel, NY 472 538 543 567 2,120 Jean Karaffa 181 205 201 12 599 19. Mike Suray GCU Pittsburgh, PA 452 593 486 576 2,107 Totals 336 373 343 144 1,196 20. Dave Matty SCS Perryopolis, PA 535 532 522 513 2,102 21. Eric Magnifi co SCS Johnstown, PA 459 435 437 765 2,096 5. Canton/Fenton, MI - GCU $122 22. Marc Kudlacik SCS Clifton, NJ 494 550 549 495 2,088 Mary Anderson-MacGil 118 189 156 108 571 23. James J. Asmonga GCU West Miffl in, PA 538 700 693 153 2,084 Laura Anderson-Messer 147 149 154 171 621 Totals 265 338 310 279 1,192 WOMEN’S ALL-EVENTS RESULTS 6. Aliquippa, PA & St. Clair Shores, MI - GCU Martha Seech 105 152 143 126 526 Prize Team Dbls Sngl Handi- Phyllis Johnson 178 154 146 168 646 Money Score Score Score cap Total Totals 283 306 289 294 1,172 1. Laura Anderson-Messer GCU Fenton, MI $80 535 450 468 513 1,966 2. Carol Macko SCS Barberton, OH $65 446 452 572 450 1,920 7. Canton & Barberton, OH - SCS 3. Phyllis Johnson GCU St Clair Shores, MI $55 496 478 435 504 1,913 Carol Macko 161 141 150 150 602 4. Deanna Stranan SCS Canton, OH $40 536 541 570 252 1,899 Karen Bakita 149 120 162 132 563 5. Colleen Keagy SCS Lilly, PA $35 378 482 426 612 1,898 Totals 310 261 312 282 1,165 6. Darlene Matesic GCU West Miffl in, PA $30 426 426 391 639 1,882 7. Patricia Fischetti GCU West Miffl in, PA $25 485 505 493 378 1,861 WOMEN’S SINGLES RESULTS 8. Lorene M. Burns GCU West Miffl in, PA $20 455 484 524 378 1,841 9. Anna Marie Kuzma GCU West Miffl in, PA 453 425 397 558 1,833 Prize 1st 2nd 3rd Handi- 10. Rose Bakita SCS Barberton, OH 336 340 315 810 1,801 Money Game Game Game cap Total 11. Diana Simpson GCU Strongsville, OH 511 465 427 396 1,799 1. Carol Macko Barberton, OH $125 137 212 223 150 722 12. Jean Karaffa GCU Strongsville, OH 603 587 550 36 1,776 2. Kathy Figard Canton, OH $105 149 147 193 177 666 3. Deanna Stranan Canton, OH $95 181 181 208 84 654 3. Kami Simon Ambridge, PA $85 191 154 160 147 652 SCRATCH HIGH GAME, SERIES AND ALL-EVENTS 5. Lorene M. Burns West Miffl in, PA $75 177 168 179 126 650 6. Rose Croy Canton, OH $60 144 191 143 162 640 HIGH GAME: GCU Mark Cherpak Munhall, PA 280 Singles 7. Laura Anderson-Messer Fenton, MI $50 166 155 147 171 639 SCS Carol Macko Barberton, OH 223 Singles 8. Colleen Keagy Lilly, PA $40 130 152 144 204 630 9. Patricia Fischetti West Miffl in, PA 161 188 144 126 619 HIGH SERIES: SCS Tony Rasimas Wilkes-Barre, PA 794 Singles 10. Bernadette Jacob Wilkes-Barre, PA 159 166 190 102 617 GCU Jean Karaffa Strongsville, OH 603 Team 11. Teresa Manspeaker McKeesport, PA 142 133 117 225 617 12. Milly Asmonga West Miffl in, PA 169 142 147 153 611 HIGH ALL-EVENTS: SCS Tony Rasimas Wilkes-Barre, PA 2,165 GCU Jean Karaffa Strongsville, OH 1,740

New England Fraternal Alliance 43rd Gary Indiana Slovak Day set for Sunday, July 17 offers scholarship grants (Continued from page 4) munity both in America and in our ensembles from Milwaukee, Wis., The New England Fraternal Alli- The application for a scholarship kia. There will be a cash raffl e and ancestral homeland of Slovakia. Chicago, Ill. and Sterling Heights, ance, which represents fraternalists in award must be completed in its en- music for dancing throughout the Bishop Grutka encouraged and Mich. entertained with ethnic danc- the six New England states, will again tirety and submitted by Thursday, afternoon. gave his blessing to the observance es. Soon the place was too small offer two scholarship grants of $1,000 September 15, 2016. Incomplete and/ This year’s Slovak Day will be of a Slovak Day. The fi rst Slovak for the crowd so the festivities were each to students in their sophomore, or late entries will be disqualifi ed. dedicated to the 60th anniversary of Day was held in July 1973 at the moved to Merrillville, where the junior or senior year in college or in Procedures - The $1,000 scholar- the announcement of the establish- Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows in Slovak Days are currently held. graduate school. The fi rst grant is ship awards will be paid directly to ment of the new Diocese of Gary. It Valparaiso, Ind. which was con- This year during the Slovak Day, named in memory of Pearl Plante, a the recipients. The deadline for sub- was in December, 1956 that Mon- ducted by the Slovak Franciscan the Salvatorian Fathers will be loyal and tireless worker for the New mission for the scholarship awards signor Andrew G. Grutka, pastor of Friars of the Most Holy Savior. showing the Panorama on Christi- England Fraternal Alliance. For an will be September 15, 2016. Holy Trinity Slovak Parish in Gary The late Monsignor Joseph Viater anity to the Slavic Nation. Over the application form write: Mrs. Janet A. Criteria to be used in judging: over- received a letter from the Apostolic along with the late Carl Yurechko years, a number of Bishops graced King, Catholic Association of Forest- all merits of applicant, cumulative Delegate in Washington, D.C. in- and his wife, Betty served as chair- the Slovak Day observances, in- ers, 220 Forbes Rd., Suite 404, Brain- grade average, college activities/hon- forming him that a new diocese persons for the next 39 years. Vol- cluding Archbishop Jan Sokol, tree, MA 02184-2715. ors, community activities, fi nancial was to be established encomposing unteer committees from the Slovak Bishop Joseph V. Adamec, and Eligibility - Any member of the need and essay content. the four northwest Indiana coun- parishes of the diocese, including Bishop Dale J. Melczek. Slovak Catholic Sokol residing in From among the entries, the top ties of Lake, LaPorte, Porter and Assumption of the Blessed Virgin We look forward to seeing many any of the New England States may ten applications will be selected and Starke. The Apostolic Delegate Mary and Sacred Heart, both in Sokols and Sokolky from across apply for these grants. An applicant referred to a three-member panel for also informed Msgr. Grutka that East Chicago; Holy Trinity in Gary, the Midwest at this year’s 43rd an- must be enrolled as a full-time student fi nal judging. Pope Pius XII had named him to be and Immaculate Conception and St. nual Slovak Day. A wonderful time in an accredited college/university or Recipients of the NEFA scholar- the fi rst Bishop of Gary. Needless John the Baptist, both in Whiting. is assured as we celebrate Slovak graduate school. ship awards will be notifi ed by Sat- to say, those of Slovak ancestry re- For many years, Bishop Grutka pride in northwest Indiana. For Applicant must have a cumulative urday, October 15, 2016. Entries for joiced at the announcement. Bishop served as principal celebrant of the additional information call Betty grade average of at least 2.0(on a 4.0 consideration must be forwarded by Grutka remained a towering fi gure Slovak Day liturgy. Dinners were Yurechko at tel. 219 795-1518 or system). Transcript of grades from the September 15, 2016 to: Mrs. Janet A. not only within the Church of In- prepared by Slovak ladies and visit www.facebook.com/Slovak- spring 2016 semester must be submit- King, Chair-Scholarship Committee diana but within the Slovak com- sold. Over the years, Slovak folk DayCelebration. ted with the application. at the address listed above. PAGE 12 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016

Pennsylvania Fraternal Alliance 2016 Scholarship Program Sokol Birthdays The Scholarship Committee of the Pennsylvania ternal Benefi t Society. JULY 16 burgh, Pa. Fraternal Alliance is announcing that the 2016 appli- • Submit a 500-word essay on: “What does Michael J. Kaczor, Reading, Tamara Ann Kaplan, Hopewell cations are now available for the annual Scholarship fraternal mean to you? What would you do to Pa., a member of Assembly 261, Junction, N.Y., a member of Assem- Program. Applications can be obtained through eligi- make fraternals more relevant to you and your Reading, Pa. bly 219, Yonkers, N.Y. ble members of a Fraternal Benefi t Society belonging peers.” Charles Rapchick, Mount Lau- JULY 26 to the Pennsylvania Fraternal Alliance or by visiting Return the completed application, essay and let- rel, N.J., a member of Assembly 48, Kim Graham, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. the website of the Pennsylvania Fraternal Alliance at ter of recommendation, postmarked no later than Sep- Philadelphia, Pa. a member of Assembly 59, Wilkes- www.pafraternal.org tember 1, 2016. JULY 17 Barre, Pa. Applicants must: At least two $500 scholarships will be awarded. Linda Cvrkel, Annandale, Va., a Rev. Elimir J. Mikus, Ska- • Be a resident of Pennsylvania and a member Additional scholarships may be awarded depending member of Wreath 14, Johnstown, lica, Slovakia, retired pastor of SS. of a Fraternal Benefi t Society that is a member of the upon available funds. Pa. Cyril and Methodius Parish, Sterling Pennsylvania Fraternal Alliance. If you or your society has not received the infor- Robert G. Evans, Jr., Erie, Heights, Mich., a member of As- • Be a 2016 high school graduate attending an mation on the Pennsylvania Fraternal Alliance Schol- Pa., a member of Assembly 25, sembly 36, Detroit, Mich. accredited college, university, trade school, etc. in the arship, please contact Susan M. Ondrejco, Pennsylva- Perropolis, Pa. Rev. Placid F. Pientek, O.S.B., summer/fall of 2016 as a full time student (twelve se- nia Fraternal Alliance Scholarship Chairperson at 234 Joseph P. Urban II, Nanticoke, Cleveland, Oh., a member of As- mester credits). Ilion Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. You can also call Pa., a member of Assembly 136, sembly 303, Cleveland, Oh. • Obtain a recommendation letter from their Fra- 412-421-1204 or e-mail [email protected] Nanticoke, Pa. Roseann Rakovan, Chardon, JULY 19 Oh., a member of Wreath 111, PENNSYLVANIA FRATERNAL ALLIANCE Marge Kurta, Lorain, Oh., a Lorain, Oh. 2016 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION member of Wreath 111, Lorain, Oh. Joseph P. Sroba, Trevose, Pa., This application may be copied. Mary M. Stanek, St. Clair Shores, a member of Assembly 48, Phila- Please print or type. Mich., Secretary of Group 16 and a delphia, Pa. member of Assembly 36, Detroit, JULY 27 Date: ______Social Security #: ______Date of Birth: ______Mich. Julia Cernak, Windsor, Me., a Lorraine Szluka, Hopatcong, member of Wreath 14, Johnstown, Name: ______Telephone: (______) ______N.J., a member of Assembly 162, Pa. Clifton, N.J. J. Kevin Conway, Douglas, Address: ______JULY 20 Mass., financial secretary of As- Casimir B. Kromkowski, sembly 28, Douglas, Mass. City/State/Zip: ______Rochester, Ind., a member of Alaina Mondik, Palm Beach Wreath 14, Johnstown, Pa. Gardens, Fla., a member of Wreath E-Mail Address______Barbara Maschak, Philadelphia, 22, Pittsbugh, Pa. Pa., a member of Wreath 14, John- Martha Sipka Parry, Bronx, Your Fraternal Benefi t Society: ______stown, Pa. N.Y., a member of Assembly 219, James Potanko, Pittsburgh, Pa., Panay, Cal. Happy 98th birthday! College you will be attending in 2016/2017:______a member of Assembly 16, Pitts- JULY 28 burgh, Pa. Judith Ann Glogovsky, Flushing, Scholastic Achievement (Honors/Awards)*: ______JULY 21 N.Y., a member of Wreath 168, New Lubomir Marsik, Old Bridge, York City. ______N.J., a member of Assembly 182, Albert J. Suess, Jr., Pittsburgh, New York City. Pa., President and Financial Secre- Extracurricular School Activities*: ______Dr. Pamela K. Maskara-Hono- tary of Assembly 16, Pittsburgh, Pa. han, Fairfi eld, Conn., a member of JULY 29 ______Assembly 219, Yonkers, N.Y. Cecilia Dulla, Ansonia, Conn., a JULY 22 member of Assembly 33, Ansonia, Civic (non-school) Activities*: ______Roman Hrdlicka, Roslindale, Conn. Ma., a member of Assembly 314, Leonard Malshefski, Nanti- ______Boston, Ma. coke, Pa., a member of Assembly Michael J. Knies, Lansford, 136, Nanticoke, Pa. Fraternal Benefi t Society Activities*: ______Pa., a member of Assembly 188, James G. Papcun, Livonia, Twp., *Information can be submitted on a separate sheet of paper. Please type or print. Lansford, Pa. Mich., a member of Assembly 36, Ladislav Kolozi, New Foun- Detroit, Mich. ***************************************************************************************** dland, N.J., a m ember of Assembly Anna M. Rollman, Wilkes-Barre, Rules/Regulations/Requirements 162, Clifton, N.J. Pa., a member of Assembly 59, Applicant must: Albert M. Kollesar Wilkes- Wilkes-Barre, Pa. • Be a resident of Pennsylvania and a member of a Fraternal Benefi t Society that is a member of the Barre, Pa., a members of Assembly JULY 30 Pennsylvania Fraternal Alliance. 59,Wilkes-Barre,Pa. Andrew G. Buck, Poland, • Be a 2016 high school graduate attending an accredited college, university, trade school, etc. in the JULY 23 Oh., a member of Assembly 108, summer/fall of 2016 as a full time student (twelve semester credits). Proof of attendance must be Carol Cmar Fleming, West Youngstown, Oh. submitted with application. Miffl in, Pa., president of Assembly Pamela Ann Hess, Cedar Grove, • Obtain a recommendation letter from your Fraternal Benefi t Society. 295, Duquesne, Pa. N.J., a member of Assembly 162, • Submit a 500-word essay on: “How your Fraternal Benefi t Society has made an impact on your daily Michael J. Stroka, Clifton, N.J., Clifton, N.J. life, your family and your community.” a member of Assembly 1, Passaic, John Janetka, Philadelphia, Pa., • Sign the Statement of Application on the bottom of this page. N.J. a member of Assembly 48, Phila- • Return the completed application, essay and letter of recommendation, postmarked no later than JULY 24 delphia, Pa. September 1, 2016, to: Stephen J. Knoblock,Yonkers, John Yonkoski, Sr., Dunlo, Pa., a Michele King, Chairperson N.Y., a member of Assembly 219, member of Assembly 82, Dunlo, Pa. Pennsylvania Fraternal Alliance Scholarship Committee Yonkers, N.Y. JULY 31 P.O. Box 13005 JULY 25 Bradley A. Schostok, Liber- Erie, PA 16514-1305 Kelly Connolly, Jensen Beach, tyville, Ill., a member of Assembly • At least one $500 scholarship will be awarded. Additional scholarships may be awarded depending Fla., a member of Wreath 22, Pitts- 257, Chicago, Ill. upon available funds. • Judging will be done by the 2016 Scholarship Committee of the PFA. Keep Your Slovak Catholic Sokol • Awards will be announced at the Annual Meeting held in October 2016. ***************************************************************************************** Home Offi ce Numbers Handy Statement of Application TOLL FREE NUMBER – 1-800-886-7656 I understand that my selection for this scholarship is based upon my answers to these questions and the essay I have HOME OFFICE – (973) 777-2605 or 777-2606 written; and, further, that my application is in competition with other eligible persons and that the decision of the DIRECTOR OF SALES – 1-855-874-9179 or (412) 381-5431 Pennsylvania Fraternal Alliance is fi nal. This application is completed with my knowledge and consent, and false UNDERWRITING – (973) 777-4704 information will void the award. The information that is provided in this application is true and complete. EDITOR – (973) 777-4010 FAX NUMBER – (973) 779-8245 ______E-MAIL – [email protected] Signature of Applicant Date WEB SITE –www.slovakcatholicsokol.org SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016 PAGE 13

World Tourism Day 93rd Pittsburgh Slovak Day on “Tourism for all - promoting 38th Annual SS. Cyril & Methodius July 21 at Kennywood Park universal accessibility” is the theme chosen by the World Tour- Appeal of the Slovak Catholic Federation The 93rd Annual Slovak Day venge” from 12:30 p.m. until the ism Organization for World Tour- For the past 38 years, the Slovak Catholic Federation has hosted will take place Thursday, July 21, food is sold out. Also at the Food ism 2016, which will take place, its SS. Cyril and Methodius Appeal in support of the Pontifi cal Slovak 2016 at Kennywood Park, West Pavilion there will be a 50/50 Raf- as is custom, on September 27. College of SS. Cyril and Methodius in Rome and religious commu- Miffl in, PA. It will be an excit- fl e and Chinese Auction. The Holy See has adhered to this nities of men and women in Slovakia. The appeal is an opportunity ing day for Americans of Slovak In Pavilion # 3 you will be able initiative ever since its inception, to repay in a special way the gift of faith which we have received descent to celebrate their heritage to see an exhibit on “Svaty Miku- being well aware of the great im- through our Slovak ancestors. The Slovak college with each other while enjoying las-St. Nicholas” prepared by the portance that this tourism has, as in Rome, built by the American and Canadian Slo- colorful displays, authentic cos- “PAS” Jr. and Maly Ensembles. the challenges this phenomenon vak community, was dedicated in 1963 and serves tumes, a Slovak liturgy, spectacular The exhibit will include Slovak poses and the opportunities it cre- as a graduate house for Slovak priests pursuing Slovak Folk Dance performances, heirlooms of folk treasures that ates for evangelization. graduate degrees as the various Pontifi cal Roman scrumptious Slovak food, special show the incredible skill and art- In recent decades, the number universities. We are pleased that our own Supreme children’s activities as well as foot- istry found in the Slovak villages. of persons that have the opportu- Chaplain, Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic serves tapping music for dancing. These In the Main Pavilion # 5 there nity of enjoying vacation time has as the national president of the Slovak Catholic combine to build a treasure chest will be Slovak Cultural Displays greatly increased. According to the Federation(SCF). The SCF serves as the represen- of memories—many to be remem- provided by the Slovak Fraternals. most recent statistics from 2015 of tative body of American and Canadian Catholics bered and still more waiting to be A special youth area will feature the World Tourism Organization, of Slovak ancestry. Since assuming the offi ce of national president created. activities just for children. The chil- there were 1,184 billion arrivals of three years ago, individual members and local lodges of our organiza- The 2016 Special Guest Appear- dren’s program will include games international tourists in the world: a tion have given generous support to the work of the SCF in general and ances for the 93rd Slovak Day will and treats beginning at 12:30 pm number, which - according to pre- have been generous to the annual SS. Cyril and Methodius Appeal. As be a Representative from the Slo- by the Main Pavilion. Every child dictions - will reach 2 billion by fraternalists, let us continue our charitable endeavors and include the vak Embassy in Washington DC participating in these activities will 2030. To this number, one must add SS. Cyril and Methodius Appeal in our donations. In 2015, our Sokol and a Representative of the Heinz receive a free treat. the number of tourists arriving on lodges alone contributed a total of $2,414 to this appeal. Let us strive History Center. They will exchange Children’s Folk Dancing presen- the local level. to increase the number of lodges contributing this year in honor of greetings and remarks at 3:00 pm tation by the “Pittsburgh Jr. Slova- The Church positively evaluates Father Hvozdovic and the outstanding priestly ministry he shares with the Main Pavilion Stage. kians and “PAS” Jr. Folk Ensemble the efforts already made in favor of us. Individuals may also make their individual contributions and per- A highlight of Slovak Day is the will be at 2:00 pm on the Main a “tourism for all”- initiatives “that haps honor the memory of a deceased family member. However large con-celebration of the Slovak Litur- Stage. really put tourism at the service of or small, know that a donation to the SS. Cyril and Methodius Appeal gy in the Main Pavilion directly be- From 1 to 4 pm, one can sit back personal realization and social de- will be greatly appreciated and put to good use. Thank you and Pan hind “Garfi eld’s Revenge” at 4:00 and enjoy the music or kick up your velopment. Boh Zaplat - My God repay your generosity. pm. The Eucharistic Liturgy will heels dancing, grab a partner and May ecclesiastical commitment As of this writing, about $15,000 has been raised for this year’s be celebrated by Catholic priests twirl to traditional Slovak music of in favor of a “tourism for all” be appeal. Donations may be made at any time during the calendar year from the Pittsburgh, Greensburg the George Batyi Ensemble at the both experienced and understood of 2016. This year’s appeal coordinator is the and Johnstown-Altoona Dioceses. Kitchen Pavilion. as a “witness to God’s particular Rev. Thomas Nasta, SCF National First Vice Immediately following will be the For a day to remember, join all predilection for the humble.” President and the national chaplain of the First vibrant repertoire of Slovak music, Slovaks on Thursday July 21, 2016 - Press Offi ce of the Holy See Catholic Slovak Union and pastor of the Par- songs and dances presented by the at Kennywood Park. The cost of ish of Our Lady of Ransom in Philadelphia, Pa. “Pittsburgh Slovakians” and the tickets are $26 for Fun Day Admis- Again, we thank you for your goodness and “Pittsburgh Area Slovak Folk En- sion (Ages 3-54), $15 for those 55 generosity to this appeal. Make checks payable semble” (PAS). years of age and over, plus a cou- Sokol to Slovak Catholic Federation. Tantalize your taste buds at the pon will be available for those 65 The Slovak Catholic Federation was Slovak Kitchen where you will be years and over to be paid at the gate Calendar founded in 1911 by the Rev. Joseph Murgas in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. to able to enjoy holubky (stuffed cab- for $12.00+ tax. Tickets and cou- coordinate the pastoral efforts of Slovak Catholic fraternal societies, bage), haluski (sweet cabbage and pons are available by contacting (Continued from page 3) parishes, religious communities of men and women and individuals and to give witness to our heritage of faith as handed down to our an- noodles), and kolbasy. Your sweet Sue Ondrejco at (412) 421-1204 or SAT. SEPT.24 tooth can be satisfi ed with the mailing a self addressed envelope cestors who fi rst were evangelized by the great Apostles of the Slavs, Q Annual Septemberfest hosted by SS. Cyril and Methodius. homemade favorite –ceregi. Enjoy with a check made out to Western the National Slovak Society Heri- this delicious dinner or ala- carte PA Slovak Day Association to 234 tage Museum at the museum, 351 ✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄ foods and relax amid the echoes of Illion St., Pgh. PA 15207. Valley Brook Road, McMurray, Pa. Slovakia, as the strolling musicians For general information about 15317, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Slovak 38th Annual Saints Cyril and Methodius Appeal play all of the “Slovak favorites”. the 93rd Slovak Day contact Co- cooking and craft demonstrations, Food will be served in Pavilion Chairwoman Sue Ondrejco at (412) exhibits, refreshments and cultural Name______#4 behind the ride “Garfi eld’s Re- 421-1204. presentation; contact Sue Ondrejco at 412 421-1204 for additional in- Address______formation. New Members Submitted SUN.SEPT.25 City______April 1 – 30, 2016 Q 81st annual Sokol Day picnic host- ed by Group 7, “Rev. Joseph Murgas” State______Zip______FACE NEW at the Plains Pavilion, Clark Lane, RECOMMENDER CITY/STATE AMOUNT MEMBERS Plains, Pa. from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Amount $______Dr. Michael J. Kopanic, Jr. Johnstown, PA $ 10,000 1 SUN.OCT.2 John J. Molchany Egypt, PA 5,000 1 Q 39th annual New Jersey Slovak In memory of______Stephen T. Phillips Lilly, PA 5,000 1 Heritage Festival at Mercer County Park, West Windsor, N.J. beginning ______ANNUITY with exhibits at 10 a.m., Slovak Mass Lorrie A. Pinck Passaic, NJ 10,000 1 at 11 a.m., cultural program at 2:30 Make check payable to Slovak Catholic Federation p.m., Slovak culinary specialities and mail to: Dolores Evanko, National Secretary-Treasurer Recommender Totals $ 30,000 4 throughout the day with music for Slovak Catholic Federation dancing and listening pleasure until 173 Berner Avenue 7 p.m. Hazleton, PA 18201 May 1 – 31, 2016 SUN.OCT.16 FACE NEW Q Centennial celebration of Assem- RECOMMENDER CITY/STATE AMOUNT MEMBERS bly 162 beginning with Mass at 10:30 News and Views from Slovakia... Edward D. Moeller Pittsburh, PA 60,000 4 a.m., church of SS. Cyril and Metho- (Continued from page 2) Michael T. Matras Perryopolis, PA 40,000 2 dius, Clifton, N.J. followed by dinner gas supplies. Haley M. Hast Pittsburgh, PA 25,000 5 at the Royal Manor in Garfi eld, N.J.; Eustream director Rastislav Kukovic told TASR that the border point Lorrie A. Pinck Passasic, NJ 20,000 2 tickets $40.00 adults, $23.00 children, Budince is functional and at Ukraine’s disposal. Ukraine currently enjoys Alice A. Scheibel Pittsburgh, PA 10,000 1 12 and younger; for reservations call more options where to buy gas from and takes advantage of that fact. “The Anna Korcak New York, NY 10,000 1 Tom Krack, 973 478-1518 or Peter use of the pipeline refl ects that,” said Nukovic, adding that almost ten billion Julie M. Laury Barberton, OH 5,000 1 Walentowicz, 973 340-9078. cubic metres out of the total capacity of 14.6 billion cubic metres was trans- OCT.22-23 ported to Ukraine in 2015. Recomender Totals $170,000 16 Q 23rd International Basketball and Nukovic also claimed that the so-called big reverse fl ow is not needed Volleyball Tournament at Barberton in Eustream’s view, as the combined capacity of all existing routes for Rus- High School, Barberton, Oh. sian gas to Europe are currently used up to only 60 percent. PAGE 14 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JULY 13, 2016

RULES AND REGULATIONS All is in readiness for our 61st International Golf 1. Every contestant must be a member of the Slovak Tournament scheduled for the weekend of August 19-21 Catholic Sokol in good standing at least one (1) year or three (3) months with Single Premium Life Insurance prior to (Continued from page 1) nament leaders and a welcome from our keynote speaker, the event with a minimum of $3,000.00 coverage. All new be made with the course pro shop at (814) 913-1482 for Supreme Secretary Scott T. Pogorelec, F.I.C. In keeping members who are enrolled in the organization after January the Gold Course or (814) 913-1480 for the Silver Course. with our Sokol tradition, Scott will present the 2016 Frank 1st 2008 will require a new minimum of $5,000.00 worth of The Friday Hospitality evening will be held at the Trea- S. Petruff Memorial Sports Award. insurance coverage. No social members. sure Lake Club House and the Saturday night dinner buffet This will be a great fraternal golf event, so we hope to will be held at the Treasure Lake Silver Course. There will see all of you in the beautiful, scenic community of Trea- 2. (A) The tournament will be held in six (6) fl ights be a charge of $25.00 for those members that would like sure Lake, Pennsylvania this August. as follows, prior to applying 75% to handicap: to purchase additional dinner tickets. Mass to satisfy the Entry forms may also be found on the Slovak Catho- “A” Flight 0 to 12 Handicap Sunday obligation will be celebrated shortly before dinner lic Sokol Website www.slovakcatholicsokol.org under the “B” Flight 13 to 20 Handicap at approximately 5:30 p.m. A brief program will follow Sports Program. “C” Flight 21 and over dinner which will include the announcement of our tour- Zdar Boh! “D” Flight Callaway System “S” Flight Senior, 62 years and over “W” Flight Women, Callaway System

(B) Maximum Handicap: Men - 40; Women - 50. Slovak Catholic Sokol (C) Only the Slovak Catholic Sokol Handicap will 61st International Golf Tournament Entry Form be accepted for all fl ights. August 19th – 21st 2016 Treasure Lake Golf Resort–Dubois, PA 3. The tournament shall be held with U.S.G.A. rules prevailing. Golf Reservations - (814) 913-1482 (Gold Course) & (814) 913-1480 (Silver Course) 4. Callaway Flights: Golfers who do not have a Slo- U.S.G.A. 36 Holes Men-5 Flights - Women-1 Flight vak Catholic Sokol Handicap (handicaps are determined af- ter two years (four rounds) of Slovak Catholic Sokol play) th ENTRY DEADLINE: JULY 18 2016 Callaway Modifi ed System with two blind holes both days Every golfer must fill out a form and all fees must accompany this form. Make checks or money orders payable to: Slovak will be applied. Catholic Sokol Sports Account and mail to 6 Academy Drive East, Whippany, NJ 07981-1801 Name: ______Phone: ( ) ______5. (A) All handicaps are subject to review and pos- sible re-rating by “Handicap Committee”. In the case of ties, Address:______lowest handicap will be declared trophy winner.

Email Address: ______(B) Women golfers will compete in a separate fl ight. Modifi ed Callaway System will be used both days. City / State / Zip: ______6. All play will be 36 holes. 18 to be played when

scheduled starting, Saturday August 20, 2016 and 18 on Sun- Certificate:______Assembly / Wreath:______day, August 21, 2016. Golfer Signature

I hereby certify that the name on this application is a bona-fide member of this Assembly/Wreath and has been a member in good standing for at 7. A 9 hole competition will be offered. Those regis- least one (1) year or three (3) months Single Premium Life with a minimum of $3,000.00 coverage or as a new member enrolled in the tered for this competition will play holes starting, Saturday organization after January 1st 2008 with a minimum of $5,000.00 worth of insurance coverage. August 20, 2016 and 9 on Sunday, August 21, 2016. (Based on number of requests) Assembly/Wreath President or Secretary 8. Entry Fee is $15.00. Tournament Expense is _____ I have participated in two previous SCS Golf Tournaments $10.00. An outdoor Banquet will be held Saturday Evening.

_____ I have not participated in two previous SCS Golf Tournaments 9. Prizes: There will be a Champion in each fl ight.

Other prizes will be awarded according to the number of en- _____ Men: I am 62 years or older and wish to enter the Senior Flight and have participated in two previous SCS Golf Tournaments. tries received. All entry fees will be returned to contestants in the form of prizes, according to entries in each fl ight. (9 Hole Tournament Start Times: 9:00 am Saturday & 9:00am Sunday prizes will be based on number of participants)

Preferred Doubles Partner: ______10. Foursomes will be paired at the discretion of the Tournament Committee, but those wishing for special start- ing times due to transportation issues should notify Tourna- _____ Full Golf Package Package Fee: $ 260.00 ment Director at time of entry. Entry Fee/Tournament Expense: $ 25.00 TOTAL DUE: $ 285.00 11. Penalty for being tardy at the starting tee will be according to U.S.G.A. rules with loss of position. _____ Golf Only Package Package Fee: $ 120.00 (3 rounds with cart) Entry Fee/Tournament Expense: $ 25.00 12. Entries will close with a Postmark Date of July TOTAL DUE: $ 145.00 Total Amount 18th, 2016. All tournament fees must accompany Entry Enclosed: Form. _____ Non Golf Package Package Fee: $ 140.00 $______TOTAL DUE: $ 140.00 13. Check made payable to:

_____ Banquet Only Package Fee: $ 25.00 Slovak Catholic Sokol Sports Account TOTAL DUE: $ 25.00 James Matlon

_____ Half Golf Package Package Fee: $ 190.00 6 Academy Drive East (9 holes 2 days) Entry Fee/Tournament Expense: $ 25.00 Whippany, NJ 07981-1801 TOTAL DUE: $ 215.00

_____ Half Golf Only Package Package Fee: $ 50.00 (2 rounds with cart 9 holes) Entry Fee/Tournament Expense: $ 25.00 TOTAL DUE: $ 75.00

All hotel reservations to be made directly through the Fairfield Inn & Suites Dubois, Pa 814-371-2260 or Hampton Inn Dubois 814-375-1000

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Púť do West Haverstraw, NY Spolok sv. Štefana č. 716 Prvej Katolíckej Slovenskej Jednoty v New York City usporiada slovenskú púť v nedeľu 14. augusta do Marian Shrine vo West Haverstraw, New York. Spoveď bude pred slovenskou svätou omšou, ktorá bude o 11.00 hodine dopoludnia. Obed bude o 12.30 hodine odpoludnia. Ružencová procesia začne o 2.30 hodine. Bližšie informácie záujemcom podajú: Jozef Bilik, tel. č. (718)353-6541 alebo Henrieta Daitová, tel. č. (201)641-8922. Kto má záujem na púť cestovať autobusom, ktorý bude odchádzať od kostola sv. Jána Nepomuckého v New Yorku, má sa prihlásiť u Márii Božekovej na tel. č. (347)612-1934. Autobus bude k dispozícii v prípade, ak bude dostatočný počet záujemcov.

Slovenský deň vo Franklin, WI V nedeľu 24. júla usporiadajú Slovenské spolky v Milwaukee 86. Slovenský deň v Croatian Park, 9140 South 76th Street vo Frank- lin, WI. O 12.00 hodine bude sv. omša. O 2.30 začne bohatý kultúrny program, v ktorom sa krátkym programom predstavia mladí športovci 4. župy Slovenského ka- tolíckeho sokola a bohatým programom slovenských ľudových tan- cov sa prestaví skupina Tatra Slovak Dancers. O 6.00 hodine bude hrať hudba do tanca. Počas dňa budú pripravené hry pre deti. (Pokračovanie zo str. 20) celok, majú kapacitu 222 miest, hradu na severnej strane paláca, Na predaj budú slovenské a americké jedlá a domáce koláče. trum – mesto s akropolou st- časť by mala slúžiť Národnej ktorá je otvorená pre verejnosť. Vstupné je bezplatné. redomorského typu. rade, časť verejnosti. Do užívania Podľa architektov vychádza Sála má kapacitu 600 mi- ich dajú na jeseň a v tom období prísne z historických podkladov, 39. Slovenský festival v New Jersey bude est, organizovať sa v nej budú aj bude známe, za akých pod- nákresov záhradného architekta, v Mercer County Park 2. októbra kultúrne a spoločenské podu- mienok ich bude môcť využívať ktorý ju projektoval pre Máriu Výbor Festivalu slovenského dedičstva v New Jersey oznamuje, jatia, parlament ju bude aj verejnosť. Teréziu. Na zemi je biela kame- že tohoročný festival sa po prvý raz nebude konať v PNC Arts Cen- prenajímať. Národná rada vo štvrtok v ninová drť, je v nej vysadených ter v Holmdel, NJ, ale v Mercer County Park v obvode mesta West Kontroverzné podzemné ga- rámci novinárskej prezentá- 122 strieborných líp, asi 6-tisíc Windsor, NJ. Výbor festivalu vybral tento park ako najvhodnejšie ráže, ktoré narazili na odpor cie predstavila aj ďalšiu časť krušpánov v živých plotoch a asi miesto pre ďaľšie festivaly po tom, čo vedenie nadácie, ktorá spravuje verejnosti, pretože znemožnili hradného areálu, ktorá prešla 1 500 letničiek, sú v nej sochy a PNC Arts Center oznámilo, že sa už v tomto centre nemôžu konať prezentovať unikátne nálezy ako rekonštrukciou - barokovú zá- fontána. etnické alebo iné festivaly. 39. Festival slovenského dedičstva sa bude konať v nedeľu 2. októbra. Výbor festivalu bude slovenskú verejnosť priebežne ACH, TÁ NAŠA SLOVENČINA! V Bratislave rastie predaj bytov ...upozorňuje na nebezpečné informovať o programe, cestovných inštrukciách a pod. V druhom kvartáli tohto roku očakáva pokračovanie tren- raňajkové sety... - sme.sk sa v Bratislave predalo 1 245 by- du rastúcej ceny bytov v no- ...otvorili nový urgent, malá ne- 162. zbor S.K.S. oslávi storočnicu tov v novostavbách, čo oproti vostavbách. mocnica chce byť vzorom... - ak- 162. zbor Slovenského katolíckeho sokola oslávi svoju storočnicu minulému štvrťroku predstavuje „Lacnejšie byty sa veľmi tuality.sk v nedeľu 16. októbra po slovenskej svätej omši v kostole sv. Cyrila nárast o 40 %. Ako informovala rýchlo vypredávajú, na čo budú ...dokonca predviedla odvážny a Metoda, 235 Ackerman Ave., v Clift one, NJ. Omša začne o 10.30 spoločnosť Bencont Invest- developeri reagovať pomalým stylingový tip. - emma.sk hodine doobeda. Oslava sa bude konať v rečtaurácii Royal Manor v ments, je to najsilnejší predaj od dvíhaným cien nových by- Do top trojice štátov, kam Garfi eld, NJ. Cena vstupeniek: $40.00 za dospelých a $23.00 za deti vo utlmenia realitného trhu po ho- tov. Momentálna makroeko- smerovali slovenské fi rmy... veku do 12 rokov. Bližšie informácie a rezervácie: Tom Krack, tel. č. spodárskej kríze v rokoch 2008 nomická situácia je pre realitný - pravda.sk 973-478-1518, Peter Walentowicz, tel. č. 973-340-9078. a 2009. trh priaznivá. Reálne mzdy Must-have tohto leta: Biele ša- Cena bytov v novostavbách majú rastúci trend a veľmi nízka ty...- emma.sk Slovenský festival v Sterling Hights, Mich. v Bratislave medzikvartálne nezamestnanosť v Bratislavs- Startupy na Slovensku môžu Farnosť sv. Cyrila a Metoda v Sterling Hiights, Mich. usporiada narástla o 2,4 % na úroveň 2 373 kom kraji bude tento rast ešte očakávať výrazné investície 26. Slovenský festival cez víkend od 26. do 28. augusta. Bude sa konať eur za meter štvorcový. V po- viac akcelerovať. Lepšia eko- - pravda.sk na pozemkoch farnosti na adrese 41233 Ryan Road. V piatok 26. au- rovnaní s rovnakým obdobím nomická situácia v Bratislave ...energiu z pikniku spáľte džo- gusta bude piknik od 6.00 do 11.00 hodiny večer. 27. augusta bude od minulého roku to predstavuje stále priťahuje ľudí zo zvyšných gingom... - Baječná žena 2.00 hod. a 28. augusta od 11.30 dopoludnia do do 9.00 hod. večer. Na nárast o 9 %. oblastí Slovenska. A tí sú skôr či Na Slovensko dorazila prestížna predaj budú slovenské a americké jedlá a slovenské pivo. Pre deti budú Absolútna cena za voľný byt neskôr potenciálnymi kupcami fashion univerzita!- emma.sk pripravené rôzne hry a usporiadatelia pripravujú aj bohatý kultúrny dosiahla v sledovanom období nových bytov. Financovanie 8 snackov, čo postave neublížia! program, v ktorom sa predstavia ľudové súbory Šarišan z Detroit, 158 tisíc eur, čo medzikvartálne nehnuteľností bude aj naďalej - zdravie.sk Východná z Toronto a Domovina z Windsor, Kanada. predstavuje nárast o 1,5 % a výhodné, preto dopyt po bytoch Sme presvedčení, že edukácia medziročne o 4,8 %. ostane vysoký,“ informovala verejnosti... - teraz.sk V budúcnosti spoločnosť Bencont Investments . Je plný výživných ingrediencií -zdravie.sk Light penový krém s ovocím Subdodávateľ Jaguara postaví lisovňu za 100 miliónov eur - dobrejedlo.sk Firma Gestamp Nitra, s. r. o. plánuje v Nitre preinvestovať 100 Trh s ropou bude v druhej po- miliónov eur a vytvoriť v dvoch etapách 396 nových pracovných mi- ISSN: 0897-8107 lovici roka viac vybalansovaný... est. 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ÚRADNÝ ČASOPIS SLOVENSKÉHO KATOLÍCKEHO SOKOLA - 28 000 ČLENOV - HLAVNÁ ÚRADOVŇA: 205 MADISON STREET, PASSAIC, NJ 07055 – www.slovakcatholicsokol.org VOLUME CV PASSAIC, N.J., 13. JÚLA 2016 ČÍSLO 50673 Minister obrany Gajdoš odhalil pamätník Štefánika Ukončili rekonštrukciu na jednej zo základní na Cypre Bratislavského hradu Vedenie Národnej rady SR odovzdávali štátne vyzname- 30. júna predstavilo novinárom nania. Siaha cez dve poscho- zrekonštruované priestory dia a bola postavená v neskoro Bratislavského hradu, novú ba- gotickom štýle v rokoch 1431 rokovú záhradu a podzemné – 1437. Využívať sa bude na výz- garáže. Rekonštrukcia stála tak- namné akademické, kultúrne a mer 23 miliónov eur. spoločenské podujatia. Sieň je Reprezentačné priestory na nazývaná aj Sálou Ústavy Slo- hrade budú slúžiť najvyšším venskej republiky. 3. septembra ústavným činiteľom na pro- 1992 tam bola slávnostne pod- tokolárne podujatia, Slovensko písaná Ústava Slovenskej repub- doteraz takéto priestory nemalo. liky. V zrekonštruovaných čas- Vedenie parlamentu ukázalo tiach hradu sa uskutočnia novinárom aj priestory Zim- slávnostné večere a ďalšie bi- nej jazdiarne, ktorá ako jediná late-rálne či plenárne rokova- zatiaľ nie je dokončená. Podľa nia na najvyššej úrovni v rámci kancelára Daniela Guspana predsedníctva Slovenska v Eu- bude hotová do šiestich až rópskej rade. siedmich týždňov, teda ešte Reprezentačné priestory, kto- pred začiatkom parlamentných Minister obrany SR Peter Gajdoš a veliteľka mierových síl OSN misie UNFICYP Kristin Lund počas ré Slovensku doteraz chýbali, podujatí v rámci slovenského odhalenia pamätnej tabule. (Zdroj: SITA) majú štyri sály, z ktorých časť je europredsedníctva. určená na rokovania, časť na or- Jazdiareň v minulosti kri- Na vojenskej základni podľa ktorého je pomenovaný dila, že OSN požiadalo Sloven- ganizovanie slávnostných večerí. tizovali aktivisti za to, že jej v cyperskej Famaguste pri aj tento kemp a odhaliť pamätnú sko o navýšenie počtu vojakov Zrekonštruovali aj najmenšiu súčasťou sú unikátne kelts- príležitosti 15. výročia pôsobe- tabuľu. Som nesmierne hrdý a na Cypre. “UN oslovuje krajiny, reprezentatívnu miestnosť – ko-rímske pamiatky, ktoré nia slovenských jednotiek vo musím povedať, že aj takýmto ktoré si počínajú dobre a Slo- Porcelánový salón, súčasťou históriu Bratislavy posúvajú vojenskej operácii UNFICYP spôsobom sa dá budovať pocit vensko je jednou z nich,” dodala ktorého je renesančný arkier – do prvého storočia pred naším pribudla pamätná tabuľa Milana vlastenectva, čo sme i dnešný veliteľka. predchodca dnešných balkónov letopočtom, architekti ich však Rastislava Štefánika. deň dokázali,” uviedol šéf rezor- Minister Gajdoš návštevou s panoramatickým výhľadom na skryli pod mobilné javiskové Na rovnomennej základni tu obrany. Slovenskí vojaci na základne ukončil svoju pra- krajinu pod hradom. Arkier je pódium. Na základe nálezov pôsobí 98 slovenských vojakov. tejto základni pôsobia spolu s covnú cestu na Cypre, kde sa zdobený unikátnymi štukami a sa budú prepisovať učebnice, Pamätnú tabuľu odhalil v rámci maďarskými, srbskými a ukra- tretol s cyperským ministrom nástennými maľbami. pretože potvrdzujú, že na území zahraničnej pracovnej cesty na jinskými kolegami. Veliteľskou obrany Christoforosom Fo- Súčasťou prezentovaných Bratislavy, vtedy osídlenej Kelt- Cypre minister obrany Peter krajinou je Slovensko. kaidesom, s vedúcou misie UN- priestorov je aj kompletne zre- mi, bolo v prvom storočí pred Gajdoš 23. júna za prítomnosti Pri príležitosti odhale- FICYP Elizabeth Speharovou konštruovaná Rytierska sieň, naším letopočtom významné veliteľky mierových síl OSN nia pamätnej tabule oce- a tiež veliteľkou mierových síl ktorú verejnosť môže z minu- obchodné a spoločenské cen- misie UNFICYP Kristin Lun- nila veliteľka mierových síl UNFICYP Kristin Lundovou. losti poznať ako priestor, kde sa dovej. prítomnosť slo-venských voja- Okrem základne vo Famaguste (Pokračovanie na str. 19) “Moja návšteva bola aj o tom, kov na Cypre. “Každým rokom zavítal aj na veliteľstvo v Nikózii, že som si dovolil uctiť pamiatku potvrdzujú, že sú veľmi dobrí,” kde pôsobí 61 slovenských voja- Milana Rastislava Štefánika, uviedla Lundová. Taktiež potvr- kov.

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