July/August • 2021 August 15Th - Feast of the Assumption

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The Treasure of Our This society was placed under the protection and patronage Grandparents & the Elderly of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The statue ...... page 3 of Our Lady in her Glorious Assumption, the Patroness of KJZT since 1894, in the entrance hall of the State Office, Conven�on Informa�on reminds us of the spiritual ideals of our organization...... page 4 - A Brief History of the KJZT

Another Covid Spike Dearest Mother, when you died God raised your holy body ...... page 5 and soul into heaven. Intercede for us that we may preserve in doing His will in our lives, as you have done while you Sales News were here on earth. Heal our tired body, wearied mind and ...... page 6 restless spirit that we may always rest in your motherly care. Mary, holy advocate, hear our prayers (mention your

intention) and cover us with your healing love. In honor Camp Guardian Angel ...... page 8 of your glorious Assumption, I pray one Our Father, three Hail Marys and one Glory be. Amen. Fraternal 100 Project ...... page 12 Father in heaven, all creation rightly gives you praise, for all life and all holiness come from you. In the plan of your Observing Flag Day wisdom, she who bore the Christ in her womb, was raised body and soul in glory to be with him in heaven. May we ...... page 14 follow her example in reflecting your holiness and join in her hymn of endless love and praise. We ask this through District News Christ our Lord. Amen...... page 16 The Feast of the Assumption celebrates both the happy

In Memoriam departure of Mary from this life by her natural death, ...... page 23 and her assumption bodily into heaven. Page 2 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 Award of Appreciation Presented KJZT FAMILY LIFE JOURNAL (USPS 585-060) Retired State Director Emma Jean Ribar was re- PUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY cently presented a plaque of appreciation thank- BY KJZT FAMILY LIFE ing her for 32 years of dedicated service to the 4604 EAST BEN WHITE BLVD. Fraternal as a State Director from 1994 - 2020. AUSTIN, TEXAS 78741 KJZT Family Life wishes her all the best in her (512) 444-9586 • www.kjzt.org • [email protected] retirement. PUBLICATION STAFF Editor Editorial Assistant Arlene Cloyd Elizabeth Hernandez 4604 East Ben White Blvd. [email protected] Austin, Texas 78741

Pictured (L to R) are State Director Joyce Kurtz, PRINTER retired State Director Emma Jean Ribar, MIDWAY PRESS, LTD. Entered as Periodicals Postage Paid and Interim President/CEO Arlene Cloyd. at Austin, Texas and at additional mailing office. Entered under the Act of August 14, 1912. STATE OFFICERS Interim President/CEO Arlene Cloyd Introducing Financial Controller Amber Ward VP/Insurance Services Catherine Sylvester KJZT Family Life would like to introduce the new Financial Control- ler, Amber Ward. Amber was born and raised in Yoakum, Texas, has STATE DIRECTORS a Master’s degree in Taxation Accounting, and 10 years of experience Joyce Kurtz Betty Vacek as a CFO. She has one 19-year-old daughter who attends college at 769 Private Road 3077 5532 FM 893 Texas State University. Both Amber and her daughter are members of Hallettsville, TX 77964 Taft, TX 78390 KJZT Family Life. (361) 798-6734 (361) 222-1025 Donna Janda Kathy Wishert 2916 O’Quinn Branch Rd. P.O. Box 621 Congratulations, Amber! We wish you all the best in your endeavors La Grange, TX 78945 Brazoria, TX 77422 with KJZT Family Life. (979) 702-9114 (979) 236-0835 Sally Long Cynthia Morris 1105 S. Mulberry St. 3305 Oakdale Dr. Ennis, TX 75119 Temple, TX 76502 Now Hiring (972) 875-9503 (254) 721-3785 President/CEO POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: KJZT Family Life Journal KJZT Family Life is looking to engage a chief executive officer (CEO)/President to grow their historic Attn: Editor fraternal society into the next chapter of organizational success. This individual’s primary responsibili- P.O. Box 18896 ties include providing strategic financial and operational leadership for KJZT, managing the overall op- Austin, Texas 78760-8896 erations and resources of the fraternal society, and acting as the main point of communication between the board of directors and the administrative office. KJZT Family Life Office Hours This position will operate as the public face of the society and should have like-minded values as the Monday thru Thursday members of KJZT, including a strong sense of faith, community, and financial security. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

To request an application and send your resumé, please email [email protected]. Any questions, please call Friday the State Office at 1-888-253-2338. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 3 The Treasure of Our Grandparents and the Elderly

By Most Reverend Gary W. Janak, Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of San Antonio, State Chaplain

Last month, we celebrated World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, instituted by Pope Francis, which will be held each year, on the Fourth Sunday of July, near the liturgical memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus

What a wonderful gift the Holy Father has extended to the Church: a special day that offers us the opportunity to publicly and prayerfully acknowledge our grandparents and all who possesses wisdom and experience through the beauty of the aging process. Acknowledging the importance of this recognition, Pope Francis has attached a plenary indulgence to this special day for those who meet the necessary conditions.

Pope Francis reminds us of the esteemed role of our grandparents and of all the elderly: “The Holy Spirit even today stirs up thoughts and words of wisdom in the elderly. The voice of the elderly is precious because it sings the praises of God and preserves the roots of the peoples. They remind us that old age is a gift and that grandparents are the link between the different generations, to pass on to the young the experience of life”.

I remain grateful to God for the gift of my grandparents. I was even blessed to know my great-grandmother, who spoke only Czech, but communicated with her great-grandchildren through her vibrant smile and acts of love. My grandparents, and many wise members of my family and parish community, taught me the importance of prayer and worship and how to trust God in all circumstances of life. Of course, my grandparents also spoiled us, with special treats and beautiful family celebrations. Like many of you, I miss my grandparents. I often think of them and I pray they are enjoying eternal peace with God.

For those whose grandparents and great-grandparents are still alive, take time to call or text them, as well as other venerable adults you hold in high esteem, and express your love for them. When possible, attend Mass with them or offer them a blessing. Take time to share a meal with them and visit with them. Let them share with you their insight and plethora of stories. If a visit in person is not possible, use technology to chat with them. Offer a daily prayer to God in thanksgiving for the love and commitment they have shared with you over the years, praying God’s grace and protection upon them.

The document from the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life, on the occasion of the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, states: “‘I am with you always’ is also a promise of closeness and hope that young and old can mutually share. Not only are grandchildren and young people called upon to be present in the lives of older people, but older people and grandparents also have a mission of evangelization, proclamation and prayer, and of encouraging young people in their faith’”. Our Holy Father reminds us that too often grandparents are forgotten or we fail to acknowledge the important place they hold in our families and in our society.

To all of you who are grandparents, and all who possess wisdom in age and grace, we are most grateful to you. May you continue to ponder the beauty of God’s gift of life and never doubt the profound impact you make on your families and on the world. We need you to share with us your stories and the assurance of your prayers. As Saint John Paul II has said, you are keepers of the faith and “guardians of our collective memory which support and guide life in society”.

Loving Jesus, bless our grandparents and all of the elderly. Saints Joachim and Anne, pray for them.

In Christ, Bishop Gary Most Reverend Gary W. Janak Auxiliary Bishop of San Antonio Archdiocese of San Antonio KJZT Family Life State Chaplain Page 4 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 XXXVI Regular General Convention November 6, 2021 Hallettsville, Texas

KJZT FAMILY LIFE BYLAWS ARTICLE VIII CONVENTIONS AND REFERENDUMS

Section 1. The Fraternal shall hold a Regular General Convention of the Council every four (4) years at a time and place arranged by the Board of Directors. Section 2. Members of the Council: The qualified Members of a Regular General Convention shall be the Directors, Officers, and Delegates elected by the Societies of the Fraternal who present proper credentials. Delegates elected by Societies must constitute a majority of the Council in number and must be entitled to cast the greater of 2/3 of votes in the General Convention or the number of votes required to amend the laws of the Fraternal. Section 3. The Council shall be the supreme legislative body of the Fraternal. Section 4. A Special Convention of the Council can be called by the Board of Directors and shall be composed of the Delegates seated and qualified at the pre- ceding Regular General Convention and the current Directors and Officers of the Fraternal. The purpose of a Special General Convention shall be indicated in the proclamation and no other matter shall be taken up until the indicated purpose has been completely discussed and disposed of. Section 5. In lieu of a Special Convention, the Board of Directors may call for a Referendum by a 2/3 vote of all present at the meeting, when it determines an imperative action of the Council is required. The Referendum vote shall be of the Members of the Council for a Special Convention. A resolution shall be deemed adopted upon receipt of signed ballots with votes equal to the number of votes that would have been needed to adopt the resolution at a Convention at which all Delegates were present. Section 6. Every Society of the Fraternal shall have the right to send Delegates to the General Convention, according to the number of Regular Members as fol- lows: one Delegate from each Society for every seventy-five (75) Members in the Adult Division, but not more than four Delegates from any one Society; how- ever, every Society shall have the right to at least two Delegates. Section 7. Societies shall elect from the Regular Membership their Delegates and Alternates before a date determined by the Board of Directors prior to the Regular General Convention. Section 8. A Society shall elect at least as many Alternates as Delegates to which it is entitled. At the same time, a Society shall designate the serial order in which they shall assume the places of Delegates vacated on account of inability to fulfill their offices. Section 9. To be qualified for election as a Delegate, an individual must: (1) Be an Adult Regular Member of the Society in good standing as determined by the Society and the Board of Directors; (2) Not be a current state officer, director, or agent of another fraternal benefit society or life insurance company; (3) Not be a current State Officer, employee, or vendor of the Fraternal; and (4) Meet any additional qualifications for Delegates adopted by a resolution approved by the Board of Directors. Any Delegate or Alternate, who comes under the prohibitive provision of this section, shall cease to hold the position of Delegate or Alternate. Section 10. The duty of a Delegate shall be to officially represent the Society and the Fraternal in a General Convention. Section 11. The term of office of Delegate or Alternate shall begin from her presentation of her credentials in the Regular General Convention and extend after the Regular General Convention until the next Regular General Convention. Section 12. The budget for a Regular General Convention or a Special General Convention shall be determined by the Board of Directors. July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 5 Another Covid Spike Calendar of Events By Dr. Ralph Wagner, Medical Adviser September 6 Since the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic there The State Office will be closed in observance of Labor Day. have been several spikes or surges of cases causing concern for individuals and policy makers September 12 alike. With the rapid roll out of several safe and ef- The Annual Homecoming Picnic will be held in Marak at SS Cyril and Metho- fective vaccines, there was great hope that most of dius Church (7 miles NW of Cameron, FM Rd 2269). Mass will be at 10:15 a.m. the suffering and death from the virus was behind Serving begins at 11 a.m. Meal tickets $12 each. Plates of home-fried chicken us. A variant of the virus has emerged, the delta and sausage will be served with all the trimmings. Drive-thru line available. variant, which is causing a new spike in Corona- Games begin at 11:30 a.m. Entertainment by Praha Brothers from 12 Noon - virus infections and showing that the pandemic is 3:00 p.m. at the Vrazel Polka Band Memorial Pavilion. There will be a raffle not yet over. drawing, horseshoe tournament, and an auction at 2:30 p.m. inside the hall. Entertainment for the entire family! With time viruses constantly change to survive. Mutations or small molecular changes can occur making viruses able to continue to circulate in populations. September 15 The delta variant has mutations on the spike protein that make it easier to infect On September 15, 2021, the 1100th anniversary of St. Ludmila’s martyrdom human cells. Medical experts believe this variant to be even more infectious will be celebrated on her feast day in SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church than the original virus first identified in 2019. As of August 2021, it is the most in Shiner with a Mass celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Gary Janak of the Arch- prevalent variant of the Coronavirus causing most infections and serious illness. diocese of San Antonio (and KJZT State Chaplain) followed by a short program and a meal. The latter will be managed by the local KJZT and KJT societies. With the increasing numbers of infections come more hospitalizations and The only Catholic institution in Texas with this saint as patroness is St. Ludmila severe disease. The existing vaccines have been shown to provide protection Academy in Shiner. against the delta variant for most people. People who haven’t been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 are at highest risk for illness and severe disease. Those vaccinated may still become infected but generally have more mild symptoms. September 19 Society No. 15 Corn Hill will sponsor the Kolache Booth at the Holy Trinity It is estimated that half of the adult population in the United States is fully vac- Church Bazaar. The full day of good food, fun and fellowship will be held on cinated. About 70 percent of the adult population has received at least one dose the church grounds at 8626 FM 1105 in Jarrell. For more information, you can of vaccine. visit www.holytrinityofcornhill.org or call (512) 863-3020. Even though medical treatment for Covid-19 infection has improved dramati- cally since the beginning of the pandemic, there is still concern for the large October 24 number of people who have not been vaccinated. This new, more infectious Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church will be holding their 22nd Annual Oktober- variant is leading to the current spike of Covid-19 infections and hospitaliza- fest! Sunday, October 24th at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 936 S. Front tions. The spike causes concern for health care facilities being overwhelmed, St. in Bellville Texas, starting at 11:00 A.M, closing at 4:00 P.M. Raffle tickets along with more suffering, even loss of life, especially in areas of the country will be available for purchase ($26,000.00 in total raffle prizes), BBQ beef, with lower vaccination rates. Looking to the future, another concern is an even pork, and sausage, & snack foods, as well as having games for adults and chil- worse variant virus emerging which current vaccines and treatments might not dren, a silent auction, and a live auction at 1:00 P.M. For further information, prevent or treat. please call the church office at (979) 865-2368.

Vaccination for Covid-19 prevention is still the best course of action to prevent The Universal KJZT Family Life Prayer Day infection and severe illness. The vaccines have been well-studied and are safe is once a month on the and effective. For those with moral questions, the Vatican has deemed it morally first Sunday of each month. acceptable to use the vaccine and has encouraged sharing vaccine with devel- oping countries. The rapid development and deployment of Covid-19 vaccines in response to this global pandemic is a modern medical miracle. For most Please offer a prayer individuals, the likely benefits of vaccination outweigh risks, and with a more for all KJZT Family Life members infectious variant virus circulating, now might be a good time to rethink any and each other’s intentions. hesitation about vaccination against Covid-19. Page 6 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 Do You Know Your Term on Your Term Policy? Term Life Insurance policies cover you for 10, 20, and 30 years depending on your issue age. Although, usually less expensive than permanent insurance, what are your options before the end of the term?

If the term ends and you take no action, the policy is lost.

Some questions to ask are: - Can my policy convert? - What is the deadline to convert? - What are my options?

The earlier you convert the policy to a permanent policy, the better.

Your new converted policy premium will be based on age, you have cash value (your term policy does not), and no medical exams are required, where as a new permanent policy will.

For more information,

call 1.888.253.2338 or visit www.kjzt.org.

KJZT Family Life Annuity Interest Rates Flexible Prm Deferred Annuities Issued 1994-2009 Single Prm Deferred Annuities Issued 1997-2009 $50 - $749 3.50% No Bands 3.50% $750 - $3,999 3.50% Single Prm Deferred Annuities Issued 2009 – 2020 $4,000 + 3.50% $10,000 - $49,999 3.30% Flexible Prm Deferred Annuities Issued 2009 – 2020 $50,000 + 3.55% $2,000-$9,999 2.50% Single Prm Deferred Annuity Issued April 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021 $10,000-$49,999 3.20% $10,000 - $49,999 1.00% $50,000 + 3.45% $50,000 + 1.10% Flexible Prm Deferred Annuities Issued April 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021 Single Prm Deferred Annuity Issued August 1, 2021 $2,000-$9,999 1.00% $10,000 - $49,999 1.95% $10,000-$49,999 1.00% $50,000 + 2.20% $50,000 + 1.05% Flexible Prm Deferred Annuities Issued August 1, 2021 3 Yr Single Prm Deferred Annuity - Discontinued $2,000-$9,999 1.40% 5 Yr Single Prm Deferred Annuity Issued April 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021 $10,000-$49,999 1.75% $10,000 - $49,999 1.00% $50,000 + 2.15% $50,000 + 1.00% 5 Yr Single Prm Deferred Annuity Issued August 1, 2021 Minimum Guaranteed Interest Rate $10,000 - $49,999 1.85% Effective April 1, 2020 – 1.00% $50,000 + 2.10%

July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 7 Bishop Janak Presents Clerical Society Presents Ordination Gift Fr. Enrique Sada-Coeto was ordained to the priesthood on Saturday, June 5, Endowment Fund Donation 2021 at St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Austin. While Fr. Enrique was a transitional deacon, one year before being ordained a priest, he trained and served at Sacred KJZT Family Life was pleased to present a check for over $1,100 dollars to the Heart Parish in La Grange. After his ordination, he celebrated three Masses of ArchBishop of the San Antonio Diocese from the KJZT Clerical Endowment thanksgiving at Sacred Heart Parish on June 20th and 21st. Presenting him with Fund. This amount is a combination of the regular contributions from members ordination gifts on behalf of the State Office of KJZT Family Life and Society and friends for the year 2019-2020 plus an extra donation from KJZT Family No. 31 St. Frances of Rome of La Grange were Society No. 31 officers. Life from enrolling all members of the Diocese into the Clerical Endowment Fund. This is an Educational Fund set up for the benefit of students studying for the Priesthood.

Pictured (L to R) are KJZT State Chaplain and Auxiliary Bishop Gary Janak Pictured (L to R) are Treasurer Barbara Eilert, President Elizabeth Kallus, Fr. presenting the check to ArchBishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller. Enrique Sada-Coeto and Secretary Marilyn Kothmann. Junior Members Participate in 4-H Five Generations of KJZT Members Autumn Summers, of Society No. 12 Sweet Home, is part of the Fort Bend 4-H Juliana Dolores Diaz recently became a new member of KJZT Society No. 85 horse club quad drill team. Alex Jurena, also of Society No. 12 Sweet Home, Damon becoming the 5th generation in her family to join KJZT. Juliana’s great- won first place in the Essay contest and first place in the Poster contest from great-grandmother is Annie Maroul, her great-grandmother is Julia Delores Sweet Home ISD for the Lavaca County Soil and Water Conservation Depart- Felix, her grandmother is Julia Barton, and her mother is Emily Diaz Barton. ment. Alex also received a gold medal for her drawing submitted to the Houston Pictured below are four of the five generation members. Not pictured is great- Livestock Show and Rodeo. Way to go! great-grandmother Annie Maroul.

Pictured (at far left) is Alex Jurena with her 1st place Poster. Pictured (adjacent left) is Autumn Sum- mers on her horse ready to ride. Page 8 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 Camp Guardian Angel 2021 THROUGH A CAMPER’S PERSPECTIVE - KJZT Family Life has been a part of my life, as long as I can remember. From district meetings at the church hall, to my first time at camp where Ms. Annie and Ms. Betty took me under their wing and made me feel at home. KJZT Camp Guardian Angel is a place where our youth comes to life. With daily Mass and a Czech night and dance. How could you not make lifelong memories? And now, here I am approach- ing the age of 20, returning to camp as a counselor, receiving a generous scholarship from the organization, and a plethora of happy memories to keep me thankful. From all the KJZT youth. Thank you. By Matthew Brown - Society 126 Palacios, Junior President and District Representative July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 9 Page 10 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 11 Junior Division Raffle Winners Congratulations to all the winners and thanks to everyone who Junior Division Information helped the Juniors by purchasing a ticket! By Anne Wick, State Coordinator of Junior Activities 1. $500.00 Visa Gift Card, donated by KJZT State Office – After Camp Guardian Angel was cancelled last Pam Ermis, Lake Jackson, TX year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year 2. $100.00 Visa Gift Card, donated by KJZT State Office – we got back into the swing of things. A total of 90 Patricia Stefek, Granger, TX Juniors along with 22 adults checked in at 3:00 3. $100.00 HEB Gift Card, donated by Society No. 18 Granger – p.m. on Sunday afternoon, June 27th, for Camp Patsy Gibson, Palacios, TX Guardian Angel. It was held at Camp Kubena in 4. $100.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 118 Taft – Ledbetter, Texas and it turned out to be very suc- Jonathan Gibson, Palacios Society No. 126 cessful. From shining new faces, to the clouds 5. $100.00 Target Gift Card, donated by Society No. 21 Marak Juniors – and rainy skies, Camp Guardian Angel 2021 had Brett Ward, Pflugerville, TX it all. Camp always varies slightly from year to year, but this year was marked 6. Hand Painted Picture ($75 value), donated by Society No. 85 Damon – with an unparalleled sense of family. Camp was filled with many spiritual and Nora Aparicio, Palacios Society No. 126 fun activities that included: Daily Holy Mass offered by our State Chaplain, 7. $50.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 5 Shiner – Bishop Gary Janak, with Bruce & Virginia Hromadka, Karen Carroll, Peggy Patricia Stefek, Granger, TX Kalich and Melissa Brown and the Palacios Juniors who led us in the singing, 8. $50.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 126 Palacios – were priceless. Bishop Janak, as usual, did an amazing job of reminding us that Ashlen Lindermann, Needville Society No. 49 we are all family in Christ. With his help, and that of “Miss Anne,” and count- 9. $50.00 Visa Gift Card, donated by Society No. 69 Smithville – less others, the Spirit of Camp Guardian Angel prevailed! Also, Flag Raising Austin Littleton, Ennis Society No. 16 ceremonies and prayers led by a different group each day and before each meal 10. $50.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 12 Sweet Home – took place. A Leather Craft was assisted by Rob Cliff, Camp Kubena Director, Garza, Shiner Society No. 5 and a replica of Czech Easter Eggs were painted by the campers and demon- 11. $50.00 Visa Gift Card, donated by Society No. 115 Freeport – strated by Lauren Gerik, 2020 CHS Miss Texas Czech-Slovak Queen. Ralph Whigham Czech Night once again turned out to be a blast. The music was furnished by 12. $50.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 11 West – The Ennis Czech Boys who did a great job keeping the campers entertained Julia Mueck, Damon Society No. 85 with a variety of different kind of music and dances. The Czech Night began 13. $50.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 14 Moulton – with a Grand March led by Denise and Brian Leist of Shiner, Texas. A variety Pat Brown, Shiner Society No. 5 of snacks were served throughout the evening which included popcorn with the 14. $50.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 101 Victoria – campers being able to choose their own flavor. And the rain only served to ‘wet’ Jake Ruffin, Ennis, Texas our appetite for the Domaci Polevka and polka music. A special thank you to 15. $50.00 HEB Gift Card, donated by Society No. 49 Needville – Wendy Syrinek for making the homemade chicken noodle soup and different Lois Pilat, Shiner, Texas flavors of syrup which were used for the snow cones and the Ennis Czech Boys 16. $50.00 Visa Gift Card, donated by for letting the good times roll. State Coordinator of Junior Activities Anne Wick – The campers also participated in the camp activities which included: High Barnie Aparicio, Palacios Society No. 126 Ropes, Low Ropes, Swimming, Canoeing, BB Range, Archery, Nature Walk, 17. $50.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 16 Ennis – Frisbee golf, Hayride accompanied by Dylan Ramirez singing and playing the Donna Beyer, Ennis, Society No. 16 guitar, Camp Games, and of playing under the Pavilion. Time went by very 18. $50.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 22 Wallis – quickly during the four-day, three-night stay at camp. Despite the rain, everyone Loretta Atkinson, Sweet Home Society No. 12 had a great time. So, as some of the campers said: Camp was great as always! 19. $50.00 HEB Gift Card, donated by Society No. 23 Hostyn – 23. $25 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 147 Richwood – Elizabeth and Bren Blackburn, Texas City Society No. 124 Frank Maroul, Guy, Texas 20. $30.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 4 Praha – 24. $25 HEB Gift Card, donated by Society No. 124 Texas City – Kathie Gail Courtenanche, Smithville, Texas Pat Maroul, Guy, Texas 21. $25 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 12 Sweet Home Juniors – 25. $25 What-A-Burger Gift Card, donated by Society No. 85 Damon – Grace Vinklarek, Cistern Society No. 20 Janet Holub, El Campo, TX 22. $25 Wal-Mart Gift Card, donated by Society No. 104 Abbott – 26. “Sharing Our Best” Cookbook, donated by KJZT State Office – Barbara Hlavaty, El Campo, Texas Pat Brown, Shiner Society No. 5 Page 12 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 Fraternal 100 Project - Giving Back

Every year, KJZT Local Societies diligently serve their par- 10 Fayetteville 23 Hostyn ishes and communities. In 2020 it became a challenge to do St. John’s Catholic Church Queen of the Holy Rosary Church so, but many Societies continued, made adjustments and Religious Education Fund Vacation Bible School held many successful fundraisers and beneficial work projects for their communities when they needed it most. Local Societies raised and donated $ and completed 53, volunteer hours!

Societies active in the KJZT Family Life Fraternal Program can earn a status each year and with that, are awarded $100 Pictured (L to R) are Helen Wied, Mary Jane Pictured (L to R) are Youth Minister and State Toddy, Religious Education Director Lexxus Director Donna Janda and Society Treasurer to donate to the charity of their choice. This year, we cele- Zika, Lois Kaspar, and Rose Rohde. Helen Janda. brate the achievements of 64 Platinum Status Societies. Thank you all for your hard work! 77 Rosenberg 43 Ganado Catholic Charities Ganado Volunteer Fire Dept. In 2020, we raised and donated $254,000

Pictured (L to R) are Liz Prikryl, Gloria Mican, Pictured (L to R) are Fire Marshall Paul Lesak, Matt Johns of Catholic Charities, Martha Macha, Fire Chief Bernard Scott, Helen Andel, Cecilia 44 Moravia and Bernice Freudensprung. French, and Frances Vesely. Peter’s Place 111 Edna Golden Crescent Food Bank 12 Sweet Home 104 Abbott Community Connections 65 Holman Sisters of St. Mary of Namur in St. Rose of Lima Catholic School 21 Marak Fort Worth - In Memory of member Sister Margaret Miller Kindergarten Class Cameron Volunteer Fire Dept.

72 Holy Rosary 48 Cameron St. Philip’s School St. Monica’s Catholic Church for restoration/preservation of stained glass windows Pictured (L to R) are Irene Szwarc, Gladys 41 Ellinger Hermes, Marla Elner and Dorothy Wunkenwerder. Ellinger Volunteer Fire Dept. The Sisters of St.Mary of Namur was established in Namur, Belgium, in 1819, came to the United States in 1863, and to Waco, Texas, in 1873. The sisters are educators and missionaries who In 2020, we volunteered work wherever the Spirit leads them in meeting the needs of God’s people on earth.

Pictured from the Fort Worth Convent are Sister Rosemary, Sister Louise, and Sister Charles 19,200 hours Marie. July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 13 37 Hochheim 6 Bryan Helping Hands of St. Joseph Church St. Vincent de Paul Memorial Scholarship Fund A sincere thank you to all of the donors who contribute to the education of our young members through the Memorial Scholarship Fund. (This is an ongoing fund.) To donate, send the name of the person you would like to enroll and their or their family’s address, who the donation is from, and any monetary amount you wish, to the KJZT Family Life State Office. An acknowledgement card will be sent to the person enrolled. Pictured (L to R) are Tommy Wenzel, Roberta Pictured (L to R) are John Guido, Store Board Wenzel, Rose Mary Havlik, Ruby Wigginton, and President, Society Secretary Liz Zemanek, and Martha Hlavinka Ballow KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard Father Matthew Huehlefeld. Paula Murphy, Manager of the Thrift Store. 2021 Scholarship Donation KJZT Society No. 3 St. Mary’s In Honor of Henrietta Nevlud Mr. & Mrs. Bruno and Anita Grabarkievtz 22 Wallis 28 Frenstat Irene Moore KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard Mamie George Catholic Charities Priest’s Retirement Fund Bessie Staehr KJZT Society No. 1 Yoakum For Father Dominic Antwi-Boasiako’s healing and recovery KJZT Society No. 12 Sweet Home Lillian M Haas Glenn and Mary Ann Janca Lydia Hobbs Glenn and Mary Ann Janca Daniel Hosek Mary Cantrell In Honor of the Living and Deceased Members of Society No. 83 Flatonia KJZT Society No. 83 Flatonia Pictured (L to R) are Society Treasurer Ad- Pictured in front are Marcella Franzetti, Rev. Dorothy Harper Mr. and Mrs. Norman Manning ela Wadephul and Gladys Brumfield of Mamie Melvin Dornak, and Barbara Tutt. Pictured in Bernice Spaniel Gee Mr. and Mrs. Alphonse Prachyl George Catholic Charities. back are Beverly Barrow, Thomas Pivonka, Margaret Polansky, Carolyn Fritsche, and Pat Georgie Ann Nekuza Mr. and Mrs. Alphonse Prachyl Jadlowski. Margaret Loos KJZT Society No. 1 Yoakum 31 La Grange Virginia Loomis KJZT Society No. 21 Marak Juniors Sacred Heart Church Eugene Joseph Vaculin KJZT Society No. 21 Marak Juniors Vacation Bible School 2 Hallettsville Sacred Heart School Marathon Gertrude Kretek KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard Geraldine M. Kretek KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard Annie M. Melnar KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard Charles Ferrell KJZT Society No. 1 Yoakum Charles Ferrell Elizabeth (Liz) Hernandez Vera Butler Greg and Jennifer Janik Sylvia Preisler KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard Pictured (L to R) are Society President Elizabeth Raymond E. Marak, Sr. Trey, Catherine, Matthew and Lily Sylvester Kallus and VBS Coordinator Peggy Trochta. Pictured (L to R) are Jennifer Golsch, Principal Steve Przyborski Elizabeth (Liz) Hernandez Kevin Haas, and Mary Anne Pavliska. Agnes Minks KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard 49 Needville Dolores Koenig KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard 1 Yoakum Josephine Mikeska KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard The John Doggett Family Our Lady of Victory Cathedral In Honor of the Deceased Members for Televised Sunday Mass of KJZT Society No. 43 Ganado KJZT Society No. 43 Ganado Beatrice Fojtik KJZT Society No. 30 East Bernard Helen Kurtz KJZT Society No. 1 Yoakum Laddie Kurtz Mary Ann Pavliska Deadline for next issue of KJZT Family Life Journal is September Pictured (L to R) are Kelly, Sarah, and Kristine 15th. Send your submissions to [email protected] or by mail to Arlene Doggett, and Society Vice-President Vivian Jedlicka. Pictured (L to R) are Elaine Dornak, Helen Man- Cloyd, Editor, PO Box 18896, Austin, TX 78760. ning, Jane Janak (OLV rep) and Tracey Gearson. Page 14 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 Observing Flag Day On June 14, 2021, American citizens around the country celebrated 115 Freeport 69 Smithville National Flag Day. Every year, active Societies are encouraged to recog- Mayor Gerald Roznovsky Mayor Joanna Morgan nize and celebrate this day. Local Society officers and members gather with an elected official from their area to proclaim June 14th as Flag Day in their community and tell them more about KJZT Family Life. Flag Day proclamations were signed in person if the Society chose to do so. 4 Praha, 20 Cistern, and 31 La Grange 83 Flatonia Mayor Jan Dockery Commissioner Harvey Berckenhoff Pictured are Veronica Bohuslav, Ruth Ermis, Pictured (L to R in front) are Kathie Gail 115 President and State Director Kathy Wishert, Courtemanche, State Director Donna Janda, Mayor Roznovsky, Jimmy Mikes, Cynthia Mayor Joanna Morgan, Katherine Karisch, and Grandjan, Debra Kaspar and Janet Gipson. The Theresa Zetka. Pictured in back are Grace proclamation signing was extra special for the Vinklarek, Elizabeth Kahanek, Rebecca and Mayor because his mother, Helen Roznovsky, is Harper Dawson, and Betty Blaha. a lifelong member. 10 Fayetteville Pictured (L to R) are Treasurer Barbara Eilert, Mayor Michael Stroup President Elizabeth Kallus, Mayor Jan Dockery 101 Victoria Pictured (L to R) are Jeanette Zouzalik of #83 County Judge Ben Zeller Flatonia, Patricia Masek of #4 Praha, Commis- and Secretary Marilyn Kothmann. sioner Harvey Berckenhoff of Fayette County- Precinct 3, Nancy Jasek of #4 Praha, Betty Dan- 104 Abbott Juniors ner of #20 Cistern and Winifred Vinklarek of #20 Mayor Anthony Pustejovsky Cistern. Photo by Melanie Berger, Courtesy of the Flatonia Argus.

48 Cameron County Clerk Jody Morgan Pictured (L to R) are Irene Brosch, Evelyn Pictured (sitting) are Mary Jane Toddy, Presi- Dierlam, County Judge Ben Zeller, and Lillian dent, Fayetteville Mayor Michael Stroup, and Berger. Rose Rohde, Secretary. Pictured (standing) are Pictured seated in front is Mayor Anthony Helen Wied, Vice-President, and Lois Kaspar, Treasurer. Pustejovsky. Pictured (L to R) standing in back 11 West are Bryson Murphy, Will Gerik, Ally Hanaway, Mayor Tommy Muska Madison Murphy, Kyle Gerik and Preston Puste- 5 Shiner and 53 Wied jovsky. Mayor Fred Hilscher Pictured (L to R) are Bettie Pagach, Mary Ann Seaton, County Clerk Jody Morgan, State Director Cynthia Morris, and Clara Marak. National Flag Day honors the adop- tion of the Stars and Stripes as our national symbol on June 14, 1777. A Pictured (L to R) sitting are Dolores Sykora, teacher from Wisconsin celebrated Joyce Nors, Mayor Tommy Muska, Theresa Plsek, and Mary Kallus. Pictured standing are the first Flag Day in 1885 by placing Maverick Plsek, Sherri Zacharias, Tanner a small flag on his desk, eventually Pictured in front of the fire station after they put Marak, Melissa Gerik, Emily Polansky, Rachel leading to a Flag Day for everyone out flags (L to R) are Bryson Murphy, Ally Han- Zacharias, Thomas Meurer, Natalie Hutyra, to celebrate. KJZT Family Life thanks away, Will Gerik, Madison Murphy, Kyle Gerik Katie Hutyra, Geraldine Laubert, Colton Meurer, Pictured in front is Mayor Fred Hilscher. Pictured Beatrice Nors, Mary Ann Stone, Caleb Gerik, and Preston Pustejovsky. (L to R in back) are Pat Brown of 5 Shiner, and all elected officials that were able to Sylvia Marek, Zachary Gerik, Marisa Kapavik, participate this year. Lisa Stock, Mary Ann Stock and Helen Janak of Brailey Hackett and Libbie Veselka. 53 Weid. July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 15 41 Ellinger 21 Marak Mayor Matt Mikulenka Flag Day Celebration On Sunday June 13, 2021, at St. District News Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, a Flag Day Celebration was held during Mass. It was sponsored by the Adult and Junior Societies of Marak to celebrate National Flag Day on June 14th. District XVI Social American-themed songs were sung The District XVI Social was held on August 7, 2021. The Social was hosted during Mass and the Pledge of Alle- by KJZT Society No. 114 Houston and was attended by 27 people. Interim Pictured (L to R sitting) are Rosemary Ermis, giance to the United States flag was Mayor Matt Mikulenka, and Mildred Walla. Pic- recited by all. Father RanJan Cletus President/CEO Arlene Cloyd and State Director Kathy Wishert were present. tured standing in back is Donna Shula. Photo by explained the Papal Flag that is hung Hosting Society Officers of the Day were Chaplain Msgr. Dan Scheel, President Andy Behlen of the Fayette County Record. in every Catholic Church. Irene Dittrich, Vice-President Dorothy Podsednik, Secretary Mary Kay Dittrich A special honored guest and parish and Treasurer Mary Lee Machacek. A Memorial Service recognizing 34 mem- 124 Texas City member was Greg Hoelscher, Justice bers who have passed away was held. Fifty-year and Seventy-five year member- Mayor Dedrick Johnson of the Peace of Precinct 1. Greg is also ship pin recipients were announced. Fraternal Status Awards were presented to a Retired C. M. Sgt. with 27 years of service in the United States Air Force. 32 Houston, 114 Houston, and 125 Houston. Not present was 99 Baytown. Other honored parish members included: Mary Hoelscher and Chester Hays. Mary is also retired from the United States Air Force with 20 years of service. She was a Technical Sgt. Chester Hays served in the United States Navy Pictured (L to R) are Elizabeth and Mary for four years. He was on the ship USS Catherine Blackburn, Hattie Houdek, and Mayor Ticonderoga CVA-14. He was in Viet- Dedrick Johnson. nam for three years. The Marak Soci- eties would like to say Thank You for your Service. 18 Granger KJZT members present were Robert Mayor Monica Stojanik Vansa, Alfred Vrazel, Bernice Vrazel, Cade Hubnik, Father RanJan Cletus, Dorothy Vansa, Adolph Vansa Cade District XVI Members and Guests Hubnik, Patsy Gaines, Lindsey Vacu- Pictured (L to R in front) are Mary Kay Dittrich, Irene Dittrich, Georgia Cooper, Dorothy Podsednik, lin, Debbie Vansa, Cutter Hubnik, Lily and Annette Kocian. Pictured (L to R in back) are Msgr. Dan Scheel, State Director Kathy Wishert, Brunson, Judy Vaculin, Claire Ko- Jeanette Bruegging, Eleanor Sedlar, Interim President/CEO Arlene Cloyd, and Mary Lee Machacek. priva, Clayton Vansa, Kate Kopriva, Bailey Vansa, Paige Kopriva, and Ian Brunson. Pictured sitting is Mayor Monica Stojanik. Pictured (L to R standing) are Sharon Steglich, Henrietta Hajda, and Kathy Janke.

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Fraternal Status Awards Pictured (L to R) are State Director Kathy Wishert, Irene Dittrich for 114 Houston, Carol Zann for 125 Mayor Carol O’Neill Houston, Anna Psencik for 32 Houston, and Interim President/CEO Arlene Cloyd. Pictured are members of the three Societies with Mayor Carol O’Neill. Pictured are those that were present. Page 16 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 District News District VI Social The District VI Social was held on July 11, 2021. The Social was hosted by KJZT Society No. 89 Sinton and was attended by 29 people. Interim President/ CEO Arlene Cloyd, State Director Betty Vacek, and State Coordinator of Junior Activities Anne Wick were present. Hosting Society Officers of the Day were Thelma Munoz, Loraine Nemec, and Sofie Perkins. A Memorial Service recognizing 10 members who have passed away was held. Junior members present were acknowledged and completed a craft. Fifty-year and Seventy-five year membership pins were presented to this year’s recipients that were in attendance. Fraternal Status Awards were presented to 46 Corpus Christi, 89 Sinton and 118 Taft. Society No. 46 Corpus Christi Pictured (L to R) are State Director Betty Vacek, Sofie Perkins, Loraine Nemec, and Thelma Munoz.

Junior Members Society No. 89 Sinton Juniors pictured (L to R) are Hannah and Hailey Crawford, Colby and Allie Custer, Charlotte and Pictured (L to R) are Monica Janda, Denise Janak, State Director Betty Vacek, and Paulette Fay. Claire Flemming, and Blake Custer. Adults pictured (L to R) are State Coordinator of Junior Activities Thank you for hosting! Anne Wick and Society No. 118 Taft Junior Director Anna Custer.

75-Year Membership Pin Recipient; Society No. 118 Taft 50-Year Membership Pin Recipients Above left: Pictured (L to R) are State Director Betty Vacek, Jo Billings, and Interim President/CEO Pictured (L to R) are State Director Betty Vacek, Carol Malish, Teri Mutchler, and Interim President/ Arlene Cloyd. CEO Arlene Cloyd. Above right: Pictured (L to R) are State Director Betty Vacek and Teri Mutchler for 118 Taft. July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 17 District News District III Social District Socials The District III Social was held on July 25, 2021. The Social was hosted by All members of KJZT Family Life and their families are invited to attend the KJZT Society No. 47 Industry and was attended by 30 people. Interim Presi- KJZT Family Life District Socials. Merit Pins of Recognition are presented to dent/CEO and State Director of District III, Arlene Cloyd, was present. Hosting eligible Members for their dedication and years of service and membership. The Society Officers of the Day were President Julie Kenjura, Vice-President Neely Junior Divisions of the various Societies will be recognized, and a meal will be Vasicek, Secretary Bernadette Jones, and Treasurer Elizabeth Przyborski. A Me- provided. Join us again for fellowship and fun! morial Service recognizing 16 members who have passed away was held. Fifty- year and Seventy-five year membership pins were announced and presented. District II: 83 Flatonia - August 22nd - 11:00 a.m. - Robert’s Steakhouse, 1241 Fraternal Status Awards were presented to 10 Fayetteville, 41 Ellinger and 47 State Hwy 95, Flatonia. RSVP by August 10th to Ann Bratton at 361-865-2489 Industry. Not present was 17 Nada. or Jeanette Zouzalik at 361-865-3890. District IV: 75 Jourdanton - October 9th

District V: 20 Cistern - September 19th - 11:00 a.m. - Robert’s Steakhouse, 1241 State Hwy 95, Flatonia. RSVP by September 10th to Betty Danner at 512-739- 7840 or Grace Vinklarek at 830-839-4400.

District VIII: 29 Frydek - August 29th - 11:00 a.m. - St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 10471 Grotto Rd, Sealy. RSVP by August 15th to Maxine Rudloff at 979-885- 2329 or Mildred Ondruch at 979-885-9871.

District IX: 101 Victoria - August 21st - 11:00 a.m. - The Cathedral Center of Our Lady of Victory, 3201 N. Laurent St., Victoria.

Fraternal Status Awards District XI/XII: Pictured (L to R) are Mary Vrazel for 41 Ellinger, Mary Jane Toddy for 10 Fayetteville, Julie Kenjura for 47 Industry, and State Director Arlene Cloyd.

Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions

SEPTEMBER 2021 - An Environmentally Sustainable Lifestyle We pray that we all will make courageous choices for a simple and environmentally sustainable lifestyle, rejoicing in our young people who are reso- lutely committed to this.

OCTOBER 2021 - 50-Year Membership Pin Recipient Missionary Disciples Pictured (L to R) are State Director Arlene Cloyd and 50-Year Pin Recipient Kimberly Schmitt. We pray that every baptized person may be engaged in evangelization, available to the mission, by being witnesses of a life that has the flavor of the Gospel. Page 18 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 Society News The Society awarded two 75- The Society awarded two The KJZT St Anne’s 111 Edna year membership pins to Agnes 111 Edna scholarships in the amount of 10 Fayetteville Society #10 meet- Gabrysch and Norma Lea Muschalek. $250.00 to Stephen Woodring and Malorie Andel. ing was held May 18th at St. John’s Recreation Hall. President Mary Jane Toddy opened the meeting with prayers for all living members and their families and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Vice President Helen Wied reported on get-well cards sent and thank you cards received, Treasurer Lois Kaspar gave the Treasurer’s report, and Secre- tary Rose Rohde read minutes from previous meeting and correspondence from the State Office. New Business included information on the district social, which will be held in Industry, Texas on July Pictured (L to R) are Agnes Gabrysch and State Director Betty Pictured (L to R) are Stephen’s grandmother, Lois Woodring, ac- 25th, and the KJZT convention, which will be a one- Vacek. cepting on his behalf, and State Director Betty Vacek. day convention on November 6th in Hallettsville with Mary Jane Toddy and Lois Kaspar attending as delegates. Officers delivered proclamation for Flag Day to the Mayor on June 14th and recipients of 50 and 75 year pins were announced. o 50 year pins – Stephanie Ehler, Kimberly Schmitt, Lori LeBlue, Anne Welfel o 75 year pins – Regina Gerik, Adella Coufal, Lil- lian Prihoda, Alice Mae Kerwin, Loriene Nitschke, Sylvia Kramr Pictured (L to R) are State Director Betty Vacek and Norma Lea Pictured (L to R) are Mallory Andel, and State Director Betty Va- Clara Gerik won the attendance prize. After the Muschalek. cek. closing prayer, the meeting was adjourned. Lunch and bingo followed with the next meeting being Au- At the Society’s May meeting, The Society held their first gust 14th. 22 Wallis Amanda Walger was presented 93 Austin meeting since March 2020 on with scholarships from the adult and junior divi- June 9, 2021. The meeting was very well attended. 1 Yoakum The Society made a donation sions for her continued education. All enjoyed chatting over a dish of delicious ice to the Yoakum Food Bank as cream. Members were excited to make plans for the part of the Feeding Families Across Texas program. remainder of 2021.

Pictured (L to R) are Joleen Phillips, Eileen Parks, Adela Wadephul, Mary Kulhanek, Amada Walger, and Judith Pictured (L to R) are Helen Manning, Carolyn Strong Michulka. Pictured (L to R) are Vlasta Vitek, Sarah Vitek, Ted Vitek, Gilbert (Manager of food bank), Elaine Dornak, and Tracey Vitek, Diane Wright, Laura Duckworth and Alice Kubacak. Gearson. July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 19 The Society’s second Society 69 began their The Society pre- 31 La Grange quarterly meeting was 69 Smithville meeting on June 14th 12 Sweet Home sented a check to held May 17th at 4:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart with the signing of the Flag Day Proclamation in Rev. Dominic Boasicko. The check is for the new Church Narthex meeting room. President Elizabeth the Council Chambers of the Smithville City Hall. Queen of Peace Parish Center. Funds are allocated Kallus called the meeting to order and led opening They continued their meeting with a luncheon at to the CCD program by furnishing each classroom prayers, especially remembering one member who the La Cabana Restaurant and then on to the Zetka with tables, chairs, bookcases, bulletin/dry erase had passed away, Suzanne Holl. home. Minutes from previous March meeting were boards, etc. Additional equipment will also be pro- The pledges to the U.S. and Texas flags were re- approved, financial report given and approved, and vided to assist the teachers and students such as: cited, reading of the February 11th meeting minutes correspondence from the State Office was discussed. DVD player, projector and cart, computer, color was dispensed, Treasurer Barbara Eilert filed her Katherine Karisch and Betty Blaha are planning to printer, 32 in. TV, small dry erase boards and office report, bills were approved for payment, and thank represent Society 69 by attending KJZT State Con- supplies. you cards were read. Secretary Marilyn Kothmann vention in Hallettsville on November 6th. CEF re- read correspondence from the State Office. port was given by Treasurer Rebecca Dawson. Cards KJZT Clerical Endowment Fund enrollments re- are available for members. Plans are being made to port by Vice President Joy Kovar showed one spe- celebrate with our Church family Assumption Soci- cial birthday and four sympathies, and twenty en- ety 69 100-year anniversary on August 15th, their rollments by individuals. The deceased member was feast day. Due to COVID, the Society was unable remembered with a Mass intention. Kallus gave the to celebrate their anniversary last year. St. Paul’s publicity and KJZT Traveling Unity Rosary reports. Church Bazaar is planned for October 17th. Society Members donated the $100.00 received from the 69 plans to participate. Meeting ended with prayers, Fraternal 100 program to Sacred Heart Church Va- refreshments, and friendship! cation Bible School being held in June. Pictured (L to R in front) are Father Dominic and President Gladys The 50 and 75-year membership pin recipients for Hermes. Pictured sitting in middle is Mary Ann Matusek. Pictured Society No. 31 were named. (L to R standing in back) are Harvey Matusek and Lynette Havel. Members were informed that the KJZT State Chap- The Society spon- lain was ordained the Auxiliary Bishop for the Arch- 124 Texas City sored a Mother’s diocese of San Antonio on April 20th, Most Rev- Day Gift party after each Mass. Most of them were erend Gary W. Janak. Deacon Mike Meismer was very happy. Members gave away 270 Mother’s Day retired in January by the Austin Diocese and was gifts. The gifts given together were hand sanitizer, a remembered with a gift of appreciation. Deacon En- prayer card from their Chaplain Vanek, and a pack- rique Sada-Coeto will be remembered with a gift for age of mixed candy. his ordination to the priesthood in the Austin Dio- cese on June 5th. Society members worked State Director Donna Janda shared information on 41 Ellinger on a quilt together to be sold KJZT State programs and the District V Social. at their parish auction in August. Attendance prize was won by Joy Kovar and the meeting closed with the Memorare. The Society sponsored 37 Hochheim breakfast after St. Ann Feast Day Mass at St. Ann’s Church.

Pictured (L to R) are President Hattie Houdek and Father Clint Ressler.

Pictured (L to R) are Madeline Kovar, Donna Shula, Becky Koch, Mildred Walla, and Veronica Zyka. Photo by Andy Behlen of the Fayette County Record. Page 20 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 Mary Queen of the Ro- Mary Queen of the Rosary Society No. 44 members 144 Belton sary Society #144 Belton 144 Belton Society #144 Belton pre- 44 Moravia had a great day at the manned three booths at Christ the King Catholic sented four $600 scholarships to high school gradu- Moravia picnic on July 18, 2021. Members pro- Church for their spring festival on May 8th. ates at Christ the King Catholic Church on June 6th. vided cakes for the cake walk and worked the stand with great success. They also donated items to the country store and helped working with it which also was very successful. This is one of their projects under the People Helping People Program giving back to the Parish.

Pictured (L to R) are Lupe Guajardo and Marie Harley. Pictured (L to R) are Janice Nelson, Society President; Justin Demsky, Angelina Sanchez, Michael Flores and Grace Moyer. The Society made a 2 Hallettsville donation to Peter’s Place as part of the People Helping People Program for the Community. They also presented a check to Sacred Heart School for their Parish project.

Pictured (L to R) are Ayda Rodriguez and Sofia Villa.

The Society donated money from 53 Wied the Cake/Plant walk at the St. Mary’s picnic to Msgr. John Peters for fixing up the Pictured (L to R) are Renee Hardt (Secretary #2), Connie Castel- Wooden Chapels and Handrailing for the altar at St. low (President of Peter’s Place), Mary Ann Pavliska (Treasurer Mary’s Parish. #2) presenting a check to Frances Franta (Board member), Scott Appelt (Student), Judy Appelt (Board member), and Mary Ann Pictured seated is Esmeralda Garcia. Janca (Vice President #2).

Pictured (L to R) are Monica Peters, Msgr. John Peters Helen Janak, Anita Grabarkievtz, and Helen Janak. Pictured (L to R) are Renee Hardt, Msgr. John Peters, Kevin Haas (principal), Mary Ann Pavliska and Mary Ann Janca. July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 21 Junior News Soc. 16 Ennis, joined the St. John Juniors from Soc. 16 Ennis, com- As their summer charity 16 Ennis Altar Society in giving Divine 16 Ennis pleted a service/spiritual project 104 Abbott project, Junior members Mercy chaplet holy cards to parishioners on Divine in July. Forty-six Juniors colored religious pictures donated non-perishable food items for the local food Mercy Sunday. Pictured are members Savannah Gil- and prayed for older members of Society 16 Ennis. pantry, Hillsboro Interfaith Ministries. burt and her daughter, Andie, Brent Vrla, and Diane This Coloring Pages & Prayers project was a take Sulak who set up the tables and helped replenish the home activity and over 240 adult members were cards after the first Mass of the weekend. sent these letters within the first two weeks of July.

Pictured (L to R sitting) are Audrey Pustejovsky, Camille Kaska, Molly Lucas, Thomas Kolar, Lucas Haferkamp, Samuel Kolar, Ad- dison Pustejovsky, Bryson Murphy, and Izzy Haferkamp. In sec- Pictured is Chloe Cline. ond row are Allison Pustejovsky, Grayson Pustejovsky, Quintin Kaska, Joel Lucas, Seth Sustala, Paxton Pustejovsky, Will Gerik, Katie Hanaway, Ally Hanaway, and Madison Murphy. In back row are Preston Pustejovsky, Ryan Pustejovsky, Madison Lucas, Kyle Gerik, Keaton Pustejovsky, and Mariann Pustejovsky.

Nineteen Junior members 104 Abbott attended Camp Guardian Angel at Camp Kubena this year.

Holy Family Society #118, Taft 118 Taft held a Month of Mary Diaper Pictured are Kolton and Kale Vrana. Drive as their People Helping People Community project. Juniors Anna, Colby, and Blake Custer delivered diapers plus a check for $140 to the Portland Pregnancy Center.

Pictured (L to R on front row) are Bryson Murphy, Joel Lucas, David DeBenedictis, Quintin Kaska, Addison Pustejovsky, Seth Sustala, Izzy Haferkamp, Sarah Alexander and Joseph Alexan- Pictured are Andie and Eli Gilburt. der. In second row are Katie Hanaway, Kyle Gerik, Will Gerik, Connor Sullins, Paxton Pustejovsky, Grayson Pustejovsky, Ryan Pustejovsky, Abby Smith, Madison Lucas and Allison Pustejovsky. Page 22 KJZT Family Life Journal July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life New Members “In Memoriam”

Greyson L. Grahmann is a new member of Soci- Harper Dawson is a new member of Society No. 69 Coraline and Iris Alvear are new members of Soci- ety No. 4 Praha. He is the son of Greg and Hilary Smithville. She is the daughter of Dalton and Rebec- ety No. 85 Damon. They are the daughters of Felicia Grahmann. Greyson has a sister, Briley. He is the ca Dawson. Harper’s mother, Rebecca Dawson, and Brattain. grandson of Edward and Cynthia Koncaba, Sandra great-grandmother, Kathy Karisch, are both mem- Grahmann, and the late William H. Grahmann. His bers of KJZT Society No. 69 Smithville. great-grandparents are Leon and Frances Kubenka, and Edwin and Rosie Koncaba. Greyson is a 4th generation KJZT member.

Juniors assisted the adult group 16 Ennis in their service project of supply- Junior News ing items to the parish food pantry. On this day, 50 blessing bags were filled with non-perishable items Society 16 Ennis, “adopted” the for the needy. 16 Ennis little food pantry at their parish for the months of May, June, and July. This project was chaired by member, Pam Zmolik. She pur- chased non-perishable food items weekly funded by Society 16, and informed members via Facebook of the day and time she would be there. Members could join her at that time to make additional donations, or Pictured on one of the donation days are State Director add items at their convenience. Members of Society Sally Long, Pam Zmolik (Project Chairperson), Bernie 16 that live in other parishes were encouraged to do Zmolik, Andie, Leo, and Eli Gilburt, and Melody Rejcek the same thing at a location in their community. (Ennis Adult Society President). Pictured are Easton Ruffin, Melody Rejcek (Society 16 President), Kaylin Flores, and Carleigh Rhodes. July/August 2021 KJZT Family Life Journal Page 23 Prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of “In Memoriam” our members who have gone to their eternal rest. SOCIETY NAME DATE OF DEATH AGE 2 HALLETTSVILLE EVELYN (KRISTEK) HENKE 5/22/2021 92 The State Directors and State Officers of 3 ST. MARY’S EVELYN (REHAK) JANAK 5/28/2021 88 KJZT Family Life offer their deepest 4 PRAHA BERNICE (OKRUHLIK) HERZIK 4/4/2021 95 sympathy to the bereaved families of our 5 SHINER VIOLA (PETRU) MUELKER 5/26/2021 94 departed members. 11 WEST JOSEPHINE (BEZDEK) KUBALA 7/23/2021 99 15 CORN HILL ANNIE (KNAPEK) SIMEK 5/24/2021 90 16 ENNIS LAWRENCE JAMES SULAK 2/26/2020 60 THE MAGNIFICAT 19 TAYLOR DOROTHY (GOLA) KADERKA 6/7/2021 82 CANTICLE OF 19 TAYLOR GERTRUDE (MOKRY) KRENEK 5/13/2021 84 19 TAYLOR DAWN (KASPER) LAYSSARD 6/1/2021 53 MARY 25 PLUM GLADYS (ZBRANEK) KALLUS 5/21/2021 67 My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, 30 EAST BERNARD BEATRICE (FLANAGAN) FOJTIK 6/10/2021 100 my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, 32 HOUSTON BARBARA (HALUSKA) HRACHOVY 4/28/2021 84 for he has looked with favor on his lowly 32 HOUSTON AGNES (MACHAC) KELLER 5/29/2021 97 servant. 34 HOBSON YVONNE (SWIERC) MOY 6/20/2021 66 From this day all generations will call me 38 SAN ANTONIO ARLENE (MITCHIE) SEFCIK 6/10/2021 83 blessed: the Almighty has done great things 42 SEALY HENRIETTA (WETZ) RYCHLIK 3/23/2021 80 for me, and holy is his Name. 46 CORPUS CHRISTI MARTHA (MAREK) MUSSETT 6/25/2020 87 He has mercy on those who fear Him 46 CORPUS CHRISTI MARY (HOUCK) ARMSTRONG 7/8/2021 53 in every generation. 48 CAMERON LEON EDMUND RIEGER 6/6/2021 76 49 NEEDVILLE PAULINE (KULCAK) DYBALA 5/27/2021 99 He has shown the strength of His arm, 72 EL CAMPO IDA MAE (TOBOLA) MACH 6/10/2021 92 He has scattered the proud in their conceit. 77 ROSENBERG LILLIAN (VECERA) TALAFUSE 4/23/2021 95 He has cast down the mighty from their 85 DAMON MARGARET LUDMILA WLECZYK 9/13/2019 94 thrones, and has lifted up the lowly. 89 SINTON HELEN (SMITH) MUELLER 6/12/2021 88 93 AUSTIN MARY (HERZIK) HORTON 5/24/2021 75 He has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich He has sent away empty. 99 BAYTOWN MARGARET (HEGER) ORSAK 4/16/2021 87 104 ABBOTT EVELYN (PETTEER) SOUKUP 6/18/2021 94 He has come to the help of His servant Israel 108 DALLAS BETTY (PRACHYL) MURPHEY 5/13/2021 72 for He has remembered his promise of mercy, 108 DALLAS OLGA (TROJACEK) PATAK 5/22/2021 84 the promise He made to our fathers, 114 HOUSTON LUCILLE (MEIER) DORNAK 2/9/2021 78 to Abraham and his children for ever. Amen. 115 FREEPORT MARY (WEBBER) LECOMPTE 7/27/2020 88 123 RAYMONDVILLE MARY (KILGORE) PRUKOP 5/18/2021 89 125 HOUSTON WILMA (JANECEK) HOLLOWAY 5/22/2021 78 EACH DECEASED MEMBER, 125 HOUSTON MILADY (KLOBOUK) KUCERA 4/4/2021 84 SOCIAL MEMBER OR 125 HOUSTON MARY (SEVIER) JANAK 6/7/2021 81 ASSOCIATE WITH INSURANCE named in our "In Memoriam" column is remembered by KJZT Family Life with an Annual Enrollment in the KJZT Clerical Endowment Fund. • Life Insurance • Bi-Monthly Journal • Annuities/IRA’s • Camp Guardian Angel • Family Events • Catholic School Tuition Benefit • Family Volunteer Opportunities • Clerical Endowment Fund • Pharmacy Discount Program • Junior Scholarships • Orphan Benefits • Camp Guardian Angel • Daily Masses Protecting Families. Nurturing Communities.

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