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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 C PASSAIC, N.J., SEPTEMBER 7, 2011 NUMBER 4946 104 golfers enjoy competition at the scenic Peek ‘n Peak Resort & Spa in Clymer, N.Y., August 19-21 56th International Golf Tournament winners include: A Flight, Edward Metzinger; B Flight, Paul Papcun; C Flight, tie between Donald Papcun and Steve Koval; Callaway Flight, Adam Macurak; Senior Flight, Thomas Majercik; and Women’s Flight, Terri Palchanis Frank S. Petruff Memorial Sports Award goes to Loretta G. Smith of Wreath 54 in Youngstown, Oh. of Sports and Athletics Edward D. best scratch scores, both shooting a Moeller, Supreme Assistant Direc- 76 on the Upper Course. tor of Sports and Athletics James C. Bishop Roger W. Gries, O.S.B. of Matlon, Supreme President Larry Cleveland, a veteran Sokol golfer, M. Glugosh, Supreme Assistant celebrated Mass on Saturday eve- Physical Directresss Julie Laury and ning to satisfy the Sunday obligation Member of the Supreme Physical at the resort prior to the evening’s Fitness Board Katie Swift greeted reception and dinner. Following the the golfers on Saturday morning and liturgy, the golfers and guests en- each day collected money for clos- joyed mingling with fellow golfers est to the pin and longest putt on two and then sat down to a wonderful holes on the front fi let mignon dinner. nine and two ad- The banquet ditional holes on Story & Photos by program be- the back nine. James C. Matlon gan as Joseph Each golfer also Supreme Assistant Moeller of Pitts- received a gift of Director of Sports & Athletics burgh sang the Cleveland Auxiliary Bishop Rog- three Wilson Ul- national anthems er W. Gries, O.S.B. and a 2007 tra 2 golf balls, just of the United recipient of the Frank S. Petruff in case they lost too many balls in States and Canada, followed by the Memorial Sports Award cele- some of the water holes on the Up- invocation by Bishop Roger. Su- brated Mass on August 20 for the Terri Palchanis, the Women’s Flight champion of our 56th golf per Course. preme Sports Director Edward D. benefi t of our golfers. The shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Moeller extended a warm fraternal tournament, center, is shown with well-wishers including, from the add 15-20 more golfers for the 2012 guaranteed that nearly all the golfers welcome to the fraternal gathering. left: Member of the Supreme Physical Fitness Board Katie Swift, tournament. would have time to relax in the after- Also offering a warm welcome was Danielle Zablotney, Kelly Palchanis and Supreme Assistant Physi- Supreme President Larry M. noon, prior to Mass and the banquet Charles Fogle, president of Group cal Directress Julie M. Laury. Terri is our Sokolka of Assembly 59 Glugosh then made the presentation scheduled for Saturday evening in 15, Buffalo, N.Y. in which the re- in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. of the Frank S. Petruff Memorial the resort’s grand ballroom. All the sort was geographically located. The Sports Award. This year marked the golfers enjoyed playing on the beau- keynote speaker was Supreme Presi- The family friendly Peek ‘n Peak 25th anniversary of the presentation tiful fairways, smooth greens with a dent Larry M. Glugosh, who wel- Resort and Spa, located in the south- of the award which celebrates Sokol picturesque setting for nearly every comed the many fi rst-timers present west corner of upstate New York, fraternalism and good sportsman- hole on the Upper Course. as well as the veterans in attendance. was the host sight of this year’s ship. Brother Glugosh presented this 56th International Golf Tournament, The Upper Course is a champi- He also asked for suggestions on (Continued on page 20) August 19-21. The Peek ‘n Peak onship caliber, par 72 golf course how to promote the annual event and Resort is an easy drive, just under measuring 7,061 yards from the three hours for a majority of the 104 golf tees, with bent grass greens, golfers who competed in this annual fairways and tees for optimum play- sporting event. The practice round ing conditions. The unique terrain on Friday was on the lower course and natural features, including pan- with fantastic weather and most of oramic rolling hills, great elevation the golfers were pleased with their changes, deep sand bunkers and scores. In the evening, the golf- mature woods, create a spectacular ers and guests relaxed and enjoyed atmosphere that is unrivaled. The many of the amenities offered by the golf carts included the latest GPS resort. On Saturday morning, most technology to help the golfers fi g- of the golfers stayed in the Peek ‘n ure out what clubs to use. The most Peak Resort Hotel and only had to challenging and spectacular hole walk down the hallway to enjoy the was the Par 5, 4th Hole that was 575 delicious and abundant breakfast. yards for the blue tee box. The only On Saturday morning, a heavy problem on Saturday morning was fog rolled in and covered the entire some of the holes where the tee box resort but as the golfers headed up or green were down in a valley, still Loretta G. Smith, who resides in Canfi eld, Oh., was presented the the hill to the Upper Course, the fog had heavy fog which slowed down coveted Frank S. Petruff Memorial Sports Award during the 56th lifted and the sun was beginning to the early rounds. It also offered a International Golf Tournament dinner on August 20. Shown with peek through the clouds. The tem- challenge to fi nd the balls that were Loretta, who is a member of Wreath 54 in Youngstown, Oh., are perature started out cool, nearly not on the fairway or green. Tom Supreme Director of Sports and Athletics Edward D. Moeller and picture perfect. Supreme Director Iskra and Adam Macurak had the Supreme President Larry M. Glugosh who made the presentation. PAGE 2 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 7, 2011 SEZ YOU... Introducing our Letters to the Editor newest members Dear Sokols, I would like to take this opportu- nity to thank you for the privilege of having served as a delegate represent- ing Assembly 188 of Lansford,Pa. at the recent 31st National Convention held in Pittsburgh, Pa. Since it was my fi rst convention, I was amazed at the dedication of the Sokol members to our Catholic faith and Slovak heritage and culture. I was very impressed. The accommodations and food were excellent. I truly enjoyed my- self. Thank you again for everything. FRATERNAL BENEVOLENCE - As has been our organization’s May God continue to bless the Slo- Connor Lawrence Bibbee, born long-standing tradition, on the occasion of a national convention, vak Catholic Sokol and I am so donations are made in support of various charities. Our 31st Na- April 12, 2011, is the son of Cas- pleased to be a member. Zdar Boh! sandra Bibbee of Eugene, Ore. tional Convention held recently in Pittsburgh approved a dona- Sincerely yours, tion of $1,000 in support of much needed repairs at St. Peter the She was enrolled as a member of Justine Kopunek Assembly 108 in Youngstown, Oh. Apostle Church in Reading, Pa. John and Mary Orsulak, who were Nesquehoning, Pa. delegates representing Assembly 188 in Lansford, Pa., are shown presenting the check to Monsignor Thomas J. Orsulak, pastor of The following letters of thanks the parish who also happens to be their son. Msgr. Orsulak, who is Evelyn Louise Spengler-Mosley, have been received recently in re- our Sokol of Assembly 188, expressed thanks and gratitude to our born October 14, 2010, is the sponse to donations made by the organization for its long-history of benevolence in the best tradi- daughter of Bryon and Rebecca 31st National Convention. tions of the fraternal benefi t system. Spengler Mosley of Alberta, Va. Dear Mr. Pogorelec, She was enrolled as a member of In the name of SS. Cyril and Assembly 116 in Greensboro, Pa. Methodius Parish in Clifton, N.J., sincere thanks. Zdar Boh! velopment fund. I wish to acknowledge and express Sincerely in Christ, We are very grateful for all that sincere gratitude for the kind and Andrew F. Hudak, Jr. you do as part of our caring faith generous donation of $1,000 given Director, community here at Prince of Peace to us by the 31st Convention of the The Slovak Institute Church. Please know it is very much Slovak Catholic Sokol. Cleveland, Oh. appreciated. I know that we are all struggling We acknowledge that this con- in these fi nancially diffi cult days. Dear Mr. Pogorelec and delegates of tribution was received by Prince Benjamin Patrick Roman, Our parish has many needs and this the 31st National Convention, of Peace Parish and that Prince of born May 3, 2011, is the son of donation will be a great help. Today I received your generous Peace Parish provided no goods or Nicholas and Janette Roman of I send the Slovak Catholic So- check for $250.00 which will enable services in consideration to the do- Schnecksville, Pa. He was en- kol prayers and a blessing for their our librarian and archivist at Jankola nor, in whole or in part, for this con- rolled as a member of Assem- thoughtfulness. May God return Library, Sister Loretta Marie Hrubec, tribution.