Reformátusok Lapja, 1970 (70. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)

1970-11-01 / 11. szám

REFORMÁTUSOK LAPJA 13 it wasn’t very successful. I gave up hope but camp has given me back the inspiration that I need. I want our youth group to work and I will do everything I can to see that it does, but I can’t do it alone. We need the cooperation of all the young people in our church, but most of all the co­operation of their parents. Without the interest of the parents the young people will not he concerned either. If only people would get motivated and really try to help, we would have such a great fellowship that the whole congregation would be inspired and happy. We cannot give excuses for not being involved because our Lord and Savior was involved with our sins and died for us. We have to show our thankfulness and love some way but how can we without being involved. If we can only give it a try. I am asking the parents now to help by urging their children to join our youth group and participate in all our church activities. What better way is there to serve and witness for the Lord? Of course, in assuming this responsi­bility the Christian must be willing to make the necessary sacrifices. Everything in life that is worthwhile demands some sacrifice. Personal com­fort and preferences must be put aside to serve the Lord. I firmly be­lieve that if more young people went to camp and would take heed to what is being taught, that they too would be inspired to witness for the Lord. Linda Stephens Hammond, Ind. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Closing ceremonies were held on July 7th for the Vacation Bible School conducted during the weeks of June 22 and 29 at the Hungarian Reformed Church of Homestead. The theme for this year was “God Cares Today.” The program was opened with a prayer by the Rev. Zoltán A. Kovács, pastor of the church. He also offered the wel­come address and expressed his grati­tude to the teachers and students who participated in the two week program. Teachers included Mrs. Betty Lou Melchitzky, Miss Suzie Becze, Mrs. Ruth Toth, Mrs. Julia Bishkoff and Miss Ildikó Kovács. The program included a performance by the kindergarten and first and second grade pupils. A short skit was presented by the fifth and sixth graders. The children did the Hun­garian Folk Dances “Magyar Vagyok” and “Szárnya, Szárnya.” They also NEWS ITEMS sang Hungarian songs. They were taught the dances by Miss Kovács and the songs by Rev. Kovács. Those pupils who had perfect at­tendance for the two weeks were presented Certificates of Recognition. The program concluded with a brief address from the chief-elder of the Church, Mr. Joseph Revesz, and the singing of “How Great Thou Art” by the children. BOOK REVIEW Frank Szabó: The Blue-Tail Bunny, illustrated by Cheryl Durand, Brewer- Borg Corp., 1966, Pp. 31. A most appealing book for children with two beautiful stories about Fluffy, the blue-tail bunny. The story is well illustrated. The pages feature full page illustrations with the text in sequence. The book is highly recom­mended for reading aloud to little children and for school pupils. The stories were written by Frank Szabó, a member of Dr. Bessemer’s church in Bridgeport, Conn. RECOMMENDED . . . “Shadows in the Valley,” by Frank A. Kostyu, associate editor of the UC HERALD, describes the dramatic work of UCC minister Edward Kruger with Mexican American migrants in the Rio Grande Valley. Vivid detail on the pright of Texas field workers will prepare the reader for the next phase in the fight for unionization of farm workers. Doubleday, $4.95. NEW WORLD ALLIANCE FORMED AS PARENT BODIES DISSOLVE President Robert V. Moss led a delegation of 19 UCC leaders to Nai­robi, Kenya, for the Uniting Assembly of the World Alliance of Reformed Churches and the International Con­gregational Council. With formation of the new organ­ization, UCC’s Ashby E. Bladen stepped down from his post as moderator of the ICC. Addressing the conference, he recalled the 10 years of negotiations which went into es­tablishment of the new World Alliance of Reformed Churches (Presbyterian and Congregational) with a world communicant membership close to 59 million. The official vote by 350 delegates assembled in Taifa Hall of Kenya’s University College was followed by a covenant service at St. Andrew’s Church, host to the world meeting. At a Consultation on Theological Education which preceded the union meeting, Dr. John C. Bennett, retiring president of Union Theological Semi­nary, presented a paper on “Theo­logical Education for the Ordained Ministry” to the delegates from six continents. K.Y.P. TELL US WHERE OUR MONEY GOES: IN EVANGELISM IN THE UNITED STATES The United Church Board for Homeland Ministries annually budgets more than $1,000,000 for its Division of Evangelism. These funds, part of which come from your contributions to Our Christian World Mission, help the Division to provide: a ministry to the needs of the churches as organ­izations; a reformation of church leadership in a new age; a center for studies in mission; and an experi­mental development of new shapes of ministry. In addition to providing materials for the recruitment, care and training of church members, the staff provide expert leadership to the area of local ecumenical planning. Clusters of churches working together are one contemporary expression of the reality which lies back of the evangel—the good news. (Conf. News Service—UCC) HOW MUCH WILL YOU GIVE FOR YOUR CHURCH'S WORK IN 1971? Over 700 of your fellow members chosen as delegates to the General Synod of the United Church of Christ suggested that 5% or more of annual income would be a sen­sible standard. WHAT DO YOU THINK? P.S. As you think about it, please remember that due to inflation, here and overseas, work that cost $500 during the past year will cost about $550 in 1971. So you will be voting for your church to cut back its work by about 10% if you give the same amount next year as this year. Stewardship Council 1505 Race Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19102

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