Reformátusok Lapja, 1968 (68. évfolyam, 8-12. szám)
1968-10-01 / 10. szám
14 REFORMÁTUSOK LAPJA “FREEDOM IS NOT FREE” American Democracy is a system under which the government is controlled by representatives elected by the people. The powers of these representatives, moreover, are limited by the fundamental law of the land, the Constitution, which guarantees certain liberties to all citizens. Because of these guaranteed liberties, we say that the United States is a “free" country. We mean by this that the inhabitants of our country are FREE to hold whatever political, social, or religious views they wish, and are FREE to make efforts to improve their financial and social condition, providing these efforts do not harm other people. Too many people take freedom for granted as if mankind always had it. Unfortunately, this concept is very wrong. At the cost of much money, yet more important, that of many lives, our forefathers fought so that future generations might enjoy the basic freedoms of political, religious, and social conditions. In order to preserve these freedoms, we must not abuse, or take advantage of them. Freedom of speech does not permit yelling in the streets. Freedom of the press does not justify the printing of slanderous articles. Freedom of assembly does not warrant rioting. To maintain freedom we must also consider our personal responsibilities. Abiding by the law, voting, writing to your representatives, personal sacrifices, and, when necessary, fighting for it. are just a few of the ways in which we pay for freedom. That which is the best, quite often costs the most. Freedom is not free, we can even say, freedom is expensive. Ellen Nemesnyik (This essay was the first prize winner in the Essay Contest sponsored by the Csáky-Gasko Memorial American Legion Post No. 387 of Passaic, N. J. The writer is the daughter of the Associate Chief Elder of the Hungarian Reformed Church of Passaic, Mr. John Nemesnyik and Mrs. Nemesnyik, and is a member of the Youth Fellowship who attended our Calvin Synod Youth Camp this past summer.) NEWS ITEMS The Connecticut Hungarian Ball will be on November 16th in the Ukranian National Home, 961 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, Conn. Those desiring further information may contact: Mr. Arthur Moor, 191 Lawrence St., Hartford, Conn. 06106. ★ The eastern section of the Hungarian Reformed Ministerial Assoc, held a meeting on October 18th in Passaic. N. J. and elected Rev. Joseph Kecske- inethy president for the coming year. ★ Dr. Joseph Zsiros was elected pastor of the Hungarian Reformed Church, Kalamazoo, Mich. Rev. Victor Orth was elected pastor ol the Calvin Hungarian Reformed Church. Chicago, 111. Rev. Zoltán Kovács was elected pastor of the Hungarian Reformed Church, Homestead, Penna. ★ A Hungarian Food Festival was held by the Hungarian Reformed Church of Passaic, N. J. on October 25-27. The three day sale was a most successful affair. ★ The Hungarian Reformed Church of McKeesport, Pa. observed a triple celebration on October 20th. The 60th Anniversary of the church was observed and the ordination and installation of the Rev. Dr. László Berzeviczy. ★ The Hungarian Reformed Church of So. Norwalk, Conn, observed their 75th Anniversary on October 6th. Three memorial plaques were dedicated in memory of their deceased ministers: the Rev. Gabor Dokus. Rev. William Toth, and Rev. Charles Papp. The main speakers for the occasion were: Rev. Dr. Ben M. Herbster, Rt. Rev. Dr. Stephen M. Bessemer, and Rev. Andrew Ilarto. ★ The Hungarian Reformed Church of Toledo, Ohio observed their 65th Anniversary on October 13th. ★ The Rev. Dr. Nicholas S. Sewell, Niles, Ohio, participated in an ecumenical service at the Our Lady of Good Counsel R. C. Church in Rochester, N. Y. on September 14th, where he shared the wedding service with the priest. It was a unique ceremony, for Communion was administered to the Catholic parishioners by using both host or wafer AND wine. ★ The 9th Hungarian Protestant Ball will be held on Friday, November 15th, at the Hotel Statler-Hilton. “Georgian” ballroom, Seventh Ave. and West 33rd St., New York City. ★ The Rev. Lajos Madarasz, Dean of the North Pest district is visiting in America with his wife. ★ The Eastern Classis of Calvin Synod will sponsor workshops in So. Norwalk. Conn, on November 23rd at 3 P.M. ★ The installation of the Rev. Julius Paal will take place in Dayton. Ohio on November 10th. Editor's Note Classis presidents and ministers are asked to report all important meetings and events at least a month in advance so that the paper may run current news. Also send in all reports as soon after meetings as possible. The ministers who have not yet sent in their requests for the paper are asked to do so immediately. THE ACTING EDITORIAL BOARD of the Reformátusok Lapja are the following: Editor-in-Chief—Dr. John Butosi. President of Calvin Synod. Editor—Rev. Francis Yitez. Board Members—Rev. Leslie F.grv, Rev. Aaron Elek. Rev. Frank Endrei. Rev. Zoltán Kovács, I)r. Stephen Bessemer. Dr. Alexander Havadtoy, Rev. Joseph Kecskcmethy. Rev. Joseph Marsalko. Representative of U. C. C. Churches in other Synods— Rev. Emil Nagy. Liason Representative of Hungarian Presbyterian Churches—Rev. Stephen W. Csutoros. Liason Representative of Hungarian Reformed Churches in the Reformed Church in America—Rev. Imre Bertalan. Send all correspondence and subscriptions to: Rev. Francis Vitéz, editor 493 Amboy Avenue, Perth Amboy. N. J. 08861 Telephone: 201-826-3513
