Calvin Synod Herald, 1981 (81. évfolyam, 1-6. szám)
1981-12-01 / 5. szám
CALVIN SYNOD HERALD-6 — REFORMÁTUSOK LAPJA vania, in 1971. The linguistics of the translation was supervised by Ravasz’s close friend, another Transylvanian and eminent poet, the late Lajos Aprily... During his retirement years he was immensely active in his theological “shop” silently working on his New Testamenttranslation. This active, purposeful period added years to his life which had become so fragile and weak physically. But only physically! It was that powerful spirit and faith that subjugated the body to the primacy of the soul and awarded him to live far beyond the average sojourn of man. God indeed had used him in a mighty way. His influence will linger on, and on in the lives of subsequent generations of preachers and churchmen. His life was a splendid example of what God can do, and will do, with his chosen servants in building His kingdom in this world. [CHRISTMAS . . is in the HEART ! It is Christmas in the mansion, Yule-log fires and silken frocks;j It is Christmas in the cottage, Mother’s filling little socks. It is Christmas on the highway, In the thronging, busy mart; But the dearest truest Christmas Is the Christmas in the heart. Author unknown Brief History of the Elyria Church The Elyria Magyar Reformed Church, presently The Magyar United Church of Christ, was organized on February 20, 1916, with 174 charter members. The Rev. Dr. Elek Csutoros from the Cleveland West Side Hungarian Reformed Church was the organizing pastor. The first church services were held twice a month in the Settlement wanted a church of their very own. In August 1917 the ground was broken for the new church and in September 1917 the cornerstone was laid. In 1918 the church was completed. In 1918 The Rev. Alexander Kalassay, Jr. became the first regular pastor. The parsonage was built in 1919. Rev. Kalassay served for 13 years. Rev. Tibor Toth Guests at Elyria’s 65th anniversary with ministers and honorary guests sitting in the background on the stage. House in Elyria. The Settlement House soon became too small for the growing congregation. The services were then held at the First Congregational Church Sunday School Room, but the faithful members THANKSGIVING DAY IN AMERICA Thursday, November 26, 1981 We gather together to ask the Lord’s blessing. He chastens and hastens His will to make known. The wicked oppressing now cease from distressing, Sing praises to His name, He forgets not His own. While we are enjoying football, parades, and turkey today, let’s keep in mind the reasons why the Pilgrims gave thanks and look around us to see the bounty God has given. was the pastor from 1931-1935; Rev. Bela Bacsó from 1935-1939; Rev. Louis G. Novak from 1939-1957; Rev. Bela Bacsó returned in 1957 and served until his retirement in 1975. He was Interim Pastor until 1976 when he was honored with the title “Pastor Emeritus.” Rev. Tibor Petróczy came to Elyria in 1976 and is presently the pastor. Reverend Petróczy observed the 20th year of his ordination into the Christian Ministry in June, 1981, and we are also celebrating with him along with the 65th Anniversary of our Church. During the 65 year history of the church, there have been only six ministers who served the church. The members worked faithfully with
