Za Boha a Národ For God and Nation Slovensk¥ Katolícky Sokol OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL – MEMBERSHIP 28,000 – HOME OFFICE: 205 MADISON STREET, PASSAIC, N.J. 07055 – www.slovakcatholicsokol.org Periodical Postage Paid at original entry of Passaic, N.J., 07055 and additional mailing offi ces VOLUME CIV PPASSAIC,ASSAIC, NN.J.,.J., SSEPTEMBEREPTEMBER 2233, 22015015 NUMBER 5052 Sokol golf enthusiasts enjoy annual competition at the scenic Mountain Valley Golf Course in Barnesville, Pa. 60th International Golf Tournament Winners include: A and B Flight, David Iskra, Sr.; Senior Flight, Frank Wakmunski; C Flight, Corey Shedlock; Callaway Flight, Ryan Burfi eld and Women’s Flight, Stephanie Skorupka Frank S. Petruff Memorial Sports Award goes to Robert S. Harak of Assembly 261 in Reading, Pa. The beautiful and challeng- rector were also assigned to work ing Valley Course and Mountain the annual event. Some of the golf- Course at the Mountain Valley Golf ers arrived on Thursday, but most Course located in the eastern coal arrived on Friday morning for the region of Pennsylvania was in fan- practice round, which is included in tastic shape and ready to host the the golf package. After the practice 60th International Slovak Catholic round on Friday evening the golf- Sokol Golf Tournament the week- ers remained at the clubhouse for end of August 14-16. The Main- a delicious buffet hospitality din- Stay Suites was the ner featuring roast host hotel for the Story & Photos by beef, mashed po- nearly one hundred James C. Matlon tatoes, corn, salad, golfers and guests. Supreme Assistant Director rolls, beer and soft The weather for of Sports and Athletics drinks. the weekend per- On Saturday and fect: clear sunny skies and temper- Sunday morning the clubhouse at David Iskra, Sr., First place winner in both the A and B Flights, is shown third from the left, along with, l-r, atures reaching into the mid 80’s the Mountain Valley Golf course Adam Macurak, Nick Macurak and Tom Iskra, Jr., third place tie in the A-B Flight. with a steady mountain breeze. served a breakfast buffet for the Edward D. Moeller, the Supreme golfers and guests that included Director of Sports and Athletics, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, arrived on Thursday morning to hash browns, toast, orange Juice make sure that everything was and coffee. The temperature cooled ready for the 60th annual tourna- off in the rolling hills of eastern ment. The Supreme Assistant Di- Pennsylvania, dropping in the mid rector of Sport and Athletics, James 60’s on Saturday morning, but C. Matlon and John M. Underation, rose by at least 20 degrees during the Supreme Assistant Physical Di- the day. As the golfers checked in on Saturday morning a $5.00 con- tribution allowed each participant a chance to win closest to the pin at the four par threes on the Valley Course. The golfers also received a sleeve of golf balls and a com- memorative SCS golf ball marker. The tee time for the Valley Course Stephanie Skorupka, who took fi rst place honors in the Women’s Flight, is shown second from the left. With on Saturday morning was at 8:00 her are, from the left, Jason Fareri, newly elected Member of the Supreme Physical Fitness Board Philip am for the shot-gun start. The Golf Walsh, and Steven Skorupka. Pro explained the layout for all of the holes and golfers followed the course rangers out to each of the 18 holes. A few of the golfers had excel- lent rounds at the Valley Course, a Par 72, 5,529 Yard Course from the white tees. Adam Macurak and Dave Iskra, Sr. both shot a 76, which was the best scratch scores on the Valley Course. Tom Iskra, Jr., shot an 80. Greg Stofko and his brother Chris Stofko both had ex- cellent rounds as Greg shot an 82 and Chris shot an 84 on Saturday. After the golfers fi nished up on the Valley Course on Saturday af- Robert S. Harak, second from the right of Reading, Pa. was the recipient of the Frank S. Petruff Memo- ternoon, they headed back to the rial Sports Award at this year’s tournament. Shown with him on the photo are, l-r, George Labik, James (Continued on page 8) Hudzik and Karol Talafous, a 2012 recipient of the Petruff Sports Award. PAGE 2 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 From the Desk of the Supreme President Wreath 93 to host fall On Pilgrimage in Washington, D.C. family get-together Thoughts on Fraternalism With beautiful leaves falling along by Larry M. Glugosh with crisp temperatures, it’s time to think about enjoying the season with The fall season is a wonderful With this refl ection, I would a fall get-together. time of the year and September like to extend my sincere thanks Wreath 93 of Mil- is my favorite month. The school to all of our members and offi - waukee, Wis. will bell rings again after a long cers who continue to demonstrate host just such an summer break and our children leadership, hard work and dedi- activity geared and grand- cation. You are the youthful role for every member children re- models within our organization. of the family. On turn to their The summer is a busy time of Sunday, October 18 we will host studies and the year, since many of our Inter- our traditional Halloween Party in educational national and local programs oc- Germantown, Wis. from 11 a.m. pursuits. cur. However they would not be to 3 p.m. An enjoyable afternoon However possible without the support and is assured. We will begin by meet- along with commitment of our offi cers, local ing at Jim’s Pumpkin Farm located the academic leaders and members. So thank at N124 W17781 W Lovers Lane activities, you for everything you do for our in Germantown, Wis. The pumpkin our children beloved society. farm opens at 9 a.m. so our members also return to their school friend- With this in mind, I am con- are welcome to come early and get ships. It is amazing how many fi dent that our continued focus an early start. At the farm we will grade school and high school re- on our Slovak community, fra- begin with fun playing in the straw, lationships fostered in our early ternal spirit and Catholic faith going through a maze, enjoying a years become lifelong friend- will ensure our identity is main- hayride, picking out a pumpkin and ships. In fact, our society helps tained in the future. However, taking pictures with the resident Hal- promote this opportunity and we must also keep in mind that loween ghosts. At 12:15 p.m. will be many of my adult friends today our spiritual, fraternal and ethnic provide a light lunch at the farm. are individuals that I met many benefi ts are created when the so- At 1:00ish we will head over to the years ago as a young member of ciety achieves our fi nancial ob- train ride which is four miles north- our society. jectives. This fi nancial stability east of the pumpkin farm. We will In addition, the fall also brings is our foundation that will enable ride behind scale Steam and Diesel changes to our surroundings as our future direction for our orga- locomotives at our outdoor track lo- the leaves start to change into nization in this challenging and cated at 2620 N. Country Aire Drive beautiful fall colors, the weather changing society. - Hwy M. This will be a very unique On Saturday, September 12, the Slovak Catholic Federation hosted its becomes more comfortable espe- To conclude, I hope you enjoy and memorable experience. national pilgrimage at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Im- cially at night and many sporting the rest of this wonderful season In order to make the event suc- maculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The pilgrimage was held in events kickoff their new season. and behalf of the Supreme As- cessful, reservations are necessary. conjunction with the observance of the 50th anniversary of the dedica- This wonderful time of the year sembly and the Board of Direc- RSVP either Yes or “Boo hoo, I tion of the Chapel of Our Mother of Sorrows, patroness of Slovakia. provides us a tremendous oppor- tors, I wish you well as you gath- can’t come” to [email protected] or Shown in the chapel among the more than 500 pilgrims who partici- tunity to capture the many chang- er and deliberate at your 2015 tel. 262-746-9911 with your family pated from all parts of the United States, are from the left, our Su- es around us and refl ect upon the annual group meetings this fall. name and how many children and preme Secretary, Steven M. Pogorelec, F.I.C., Theresa M. Kluchinski, numerous benefi ts we have en- May God bless all of you! adults will participate. Deadline for national president of the Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union; joyed over the summer.. Zdar Boh! reservations is Wednesday, October Dolores M. Evanko, national secretary-treasurer of the Slovak Catho- 14. lic Federation; and Andrew M. Rajec, national president of the First Looking forward to an enjoyable Catholic Slovak Union. The statue of the Pieta is the creation of Ernest fraternal event, may I remain Morenon and is known for its simple lines, which reverently reveal Thoughts from our Supreme Chaplain Zdar Boh! the depths of Mary’s grief. The chapel was dedicated on September 5, Lisa Hoeck 1965.