Za Boha a Národ For God and Nation Slovensk¥ Katolícky Sokol OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL – MEMBERSHIP 30,000 – 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 CVI PPASSAIC,ASSAIC, NN.J.,.J., SSEPTEMBEREPTEMBER 220,0, 22017017 NUMBER 5104 Scenes of the Gala 100th Anniversary Celebration of Assembly 167 Prince of Peace Parish + Barberton, Ohio + September 9th Chairperson of Supreme Auditors James G. Jerek congratulates the lodge in the name of the Board of Directors Barberton, Mayor William Judge commends the Sokols on a century of outstanding fraternal presence Offi cers of Barberton, Oh., Assembly 167 are shown with Members of the Supreme Assembly who partici- pated in the lodge’s centennial celebration are shown on the above photo, and include, l-r: Supreme Physi- cal Director John M. Underation, Treasurer, Jay Macko; Member of the Supreme Physical Fitness Board Julie M. Laury, fi nancial secretary, John Hornacek; Supreme Auditor, James F. Knis; president, Stephen Macko; Supreme Assistant Director of Sports and Athletics, Frank P. Laury, III; recording secretary, Chris Chairperson of Supreme Auditors, James G. Jerek presents a com- Macko; Chairperson of Supreme Auditors, James G. Jerek, who represented the Board of Directors at the memorative plaque to Assembly 167 President Stephen Macko. celebration; auditor, Don Macko; and vice president, Steven Underation. Barberton Mayor William Judge presents the city proclamation to As- Assembly 167 President, Stephen Macko with his lovely wife, Kara. sembly 167 President Stephen Macko. PAGE 2 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 Message from our Supreme President Group 7 to Host 82nd Annual Sokol Day in Plains, Pa. by Michael J. Horvath In the last month we witnessed Flight winners. I ask all those who historic natural disasters in Texas, played in the tournament this year Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South to spread the word about our great Carolina, North Carolina, in other Golf Tournament to other members states and, in and friends and bring someone new paradise, the to next year’s event. Caribbean is- Our Supreme Secretary, Scott T. lands because Pogorelec, F.I.C., General Counsel, of hurricanes John D. Pogorelec, Jr, Esq., Direc- Harvey and tor of Sales and Marketing, Albert Irma and J. Suess, Jr, F.I.C. and I just returned other storms from the American Fraternal Al- and fi res. It liance’s (AFA) annual conference was diffi cult which was held this year in Phoenix, to watch the Arizona. I was very glad to have the lives of our fellow Americans and Slovak Catholic Sokol team at the the citizens in the Caribbean change conference since this was my fi rst before our eyes and wonder, how AFA conference. I heard in the past will they survive and how long will how the AFA is helping fraternals it take to get their lives back togeth- large and small overcome the issues er, and if their lives can be put back that affect our societies in general Group 7, “Rev. Joseph Murgas” will host its 82nd annual Sokol Day Picnic on Sunday, October 8 at the together again. and those issues that can affect fra- Plains Lion Pavilion located on Clark Lane in Plains, Pa. beginning at 12 noon and continuing until 6 p.m. We offer our prayers and thoughts ternal societies in the future, mainly A wonderful program celebrating Slovak heritage and Sokol fraternalism has been planned and area Sokol to all who have been affected by the government regulations and taxes. members and their friends are invited to participate. Supreme President Michael J. Horvath, third from disasters since all of us have fam- I learned there are states where it the right, joins offi cers of Group 7 on the above photo at the Veterans Monument at the North End Slovak ily and friends who live in these is easier for societies to do business Citizens Club in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Offi cers shown with him include, from the left, Amy Degnan Blasco, states and many of us have had the in and then there are states where it president; Audrey Graham, Kim Graham, secretary; Irene M. Kascak, Dawn Palchanis, sports director; privilege and pleasure of visiting is more diffi cult and this is because Heather Horvath, assistant sports director; Kelly Palchanis, physical directress; Tony Rasimus, auditor; and treated to the hospitality of the of the leadership in the insurance Brother Horvath, Marty Degnan, vice president and Member of the Supreme Physical Fitness Board; and Caribbean islands. We also want to departments in these states. I also Stephen Vitek, auditor. give thanks to all the volunteers who learned all fraternals have the same have responded to help those devas- inherited problems but in different 82nd Annual Sokol tated by the storms and fi res. These degrees since all are providing in- Day of Group 7 volunteers truly show the best of surance coverage to their members, All is in readiness as Group 7, mankind, caring for their fellow citi- have sales issues, declining youth “Rev. Joseph Murgas” of Wilkes- zen and what the world of fraternal- involvement, fewer assemblies and Barre, Pa. is set to host its 82nd an- ism is all about. wreaths and an environment that nual Sokol Day Picnic on Sunday, After a disaster and evaluating the makes it diffi cult to get a good return October 8 at the Plains Lion Pavilion loss individuals think what could on our investments. Even though located at Clark Lane in Plains, Pa. have they done to prepare better there are these issues, the fraternal Festivities begin at 12 noon and will for the disaster, why did they stay world has a strong and long future. continue until 6 p.m. and not heed the warnings to leave Last weekend, September 15 – There will be traditional Slo- and what do they do fi rst to start to 17, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio, we vak culinary specialities as well as rebuild? For some, they did plan a held our Slovak Catholic Sokol American picnic favorites available. head, they listened to the warnings Group Presidents meeting. Since the Homemade baked goods will be and got out of harm’s way and now last Group Presidents meeting that available for sale. Games for old and are returning to start cleaning up be- was in 2013 our society has changed young alike will be enjoyed. Con- cause they had insurance policies, and it was interesting to hear from tinuing in its long-standing tradition, home, renters, fl ood, etc. to cover the Presidents their views on these the Group will sponsor an Arts and them. This made their loss a little changes, their problems and espe- Crafts table where Sokol members, more bearable. But even they need cially their suggestions on the help adults or children alike may bring the extra help. they need to help their Groups, As- along and display their works of Therefore, I ask all members to semblies and Wreaths grow. art on the day of the event for all to help in any way they can and give to It is never too late to plan for the admire. If any member would like a disaster relief agency any amount future to ensure your peace of mind to make a donation for the baked you can afford to help our brothers and safety which will minimize your goods, kids table or baskets, it would and sisters and their families risk and help avoid disasters. If you be greatly appreciated. Our young Here is a quote from the Muham- have the proper insurance coverage people who recently competed at the mad Ali and I think it says it the best, in place you can do this, so take a 48th International Slet in Brockport, “Service to others is the rent you pay moment to review your life insur- N.Y. will participate. for your room here on earth”. I hope ance coverage and if you see you are Our Sokol Day Picnic ranks we all can live by this saying and do under insured call the Home Offi ce among the oldest such observances something to help our family and or our Director of Sales and Market- of any of our organization’s Groups. friends and others in need. ing for information on how to in- Sokol Day traditions span more than I wish I could have been at our crease your coverage. Also, ask your eight decades and refl ect the rich 62nd International Golf Tournament family members and friends about history and traditions of the Slo- at Treasure Lakes in DuBois, PA by their coverage and introduce them to vak Catholic Sokol in northeastern what I heard and read it was a great our great society, The Slovak Catho- Pennsylvania. Sokol Day is open to tournament and everyone had the lic Sokol. the public. Come out and spend an best rounds of golf they ever played. enjoyable day with Group 7 as we Sorry to hear there were no hole-in- Zdar Boh! celebrate Sokol fraternalism and Slo- ones but congratulations to all the With God’s Blessings to All! vak culture. - Amy Degnan Blasco, Group 7 president Find us on Slovak Catholic Sokol Facebook SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 PAGE 3 OCT.11-13 Enjoying the 62nd Golf Tournament Q 84th annual convention of the New Sokol Calendar Jersey - New York Fraternal Alliance held at Treasure Lake in DuBois, Pa. SAT.SEPT.23 nic favorites, live music, vendors and at the Tropicana Casino & Resort, Q Quarterly meeting of the Board of children’s activities, free admission, 2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, N.J.