Magyar Egyház, 1962 (41. évfolyam, 2-12. szám)
1962-10-01 / 10. szám
MAGYAR EGYHÁZ 11 ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCHES IN PARIS will provide only one “class” of funeral and one of marriage ceremonies starting next month instead of the present 12 classes of funeral and 10 classes of marriage. Making the announcement Cardinal Feltin, Archbishop of Paris, told a meeting of priests of the Paris diocese: “For many we are men of money and that’s a slogan we must dispel.” At present marriages range from one class costing nothing to one at NF 1,100 (about $224). The funeral ceremony most generally adopted is Class 3, costing NF 370 (about $75). Prices for the new “one-class” ceremonies have not yet been announced. THE ANGLICAN BISHOP OF KALGOORLIE, AUSTRALIA, the Rt. Rev. Cecil E. B. Muschamp, speaking at St. John’s Cathedral, declared that clergy should refuse to baptize children of parents who have “not fulfilled their obligations to older children.” Bishop Muschamp said the church should take this action because such parents have “betrayed their trust.” YOUTH FELLOWSHIP NEWS EASTERN CLASSIS The member clubs of the Eastern Classis are experiencing a feeling of renewed zeal for fellowship and are now very active. Since the National Conference the Eastern Classis has sponsored a semi-formal dance which was held in Bethlen Hall in Carteret. Although this dance was not financially successful, all who attended sincerely enjoyed themselves—this was the purpose of the dance. On October 6, the Trenton Fellowship presented a variety show which was attended by members of the Eastern Classis and of the Trenton church. All who didn’t attend missed an evening of “superb” entertainment which included a portrayal of the “Monster Mash,” featuring “Boris” Martin, and a spectacular Charleston number which was described as “hilarious and out-of-step.’’Were the Trenton boys imitating the Carteret girls? The Quarterly Conference was held on October 14 in Perth Amboy, the theme of which was Communism and its relationship to Christianity. We all felt that this was a very timely and debatable topic and enjoyed discussing it and expressing our opinions. After the discussions a delicious meal was served and a social followed. All members are looking forward to our next meeting in January, which will be held in Trenton. CARTERET The Carteret Youth Fellowship is very busy selling Christmas cards, the profits of which will be entered into a fund which will help pay for the expenses of the trip to the next National Conference to be held in Duquesne, Pa. Jubilant over one of the most exciting victories of the Carteret High School football team, a 20-18 upset over Linden High School, the CYF gave a last minute victory party for the players and all who wished to attend. The party was a great success and we wish to thank all who were nice enough to give us wonderful co-operation and especially to our Board of Elders for allowing us to use Bethlen Hall. Leslie Harsanyi is the chief figure in our 1962 membership drive. He volunteered to telephone all who are eligible to join to increase our membership. We wish him “happy hours at the phone.” The CYF will go on a roller skating trip in the very near future. Members may bring guests. If we have half of the fun that we had last year, the trip will be a great success. That’s all for now. Nancy Reisz PERTH AMBOY The newly elected officers of the Christian Youth Fellowship are: Robert de Csipkés, President: Frank Baka, Jr., Vice-President: Frank Király, Treasurer; Linda de Csipkés, Secretary; Melvin Deák, Chaplain. Their meetings are held Sunday from 7 to 9 P.M. NEWS FROM THE CONGREGATIONS BETHLEHEM Our new Church and the new electric bells were dedicated on September 30th. The brief service on the steps of the church preceding the church-dedication was conducted by the Rev. Gábor Csordás, Dean, and by the Rev. Zsigmond Ladanyi, both of New York City and the Rev. Dr. Aladár Komjáthy, Roebling, N.J. The Rt. Rev. Zoltán Béky, bishop, delivered the sermon in Hungarian; the Rev. Dezső Abraham, Dean, Perth Amboy, N. J., in English. The Rev. John Ormai and the Rev. Nicholas Nyáry, both of Bethlehem, offered prayers in English and Hungarian. The Scripture was read by the Rev. Stephen Mrázik. The new electric bells were donated by Mr. Edward Erdie, chiefelder. A dinner in Hungarian Hall followed the service. The Rev. Dr. András Harsányi, Carteret, N. J., acted as toastmaster. CARTERET World Wide Communion Sunday brought 129 members to the Lord’s Table. Our new Sunday morning schedule with having the English worship service and Sunday School simultaneously proved very satisfactory. The congregation enjoys watching the children as they participate in the early part of the service; also several parents of small children are now able to attend church. The various organizations have started their Fall program. The Sunday School has a new secretary and a new treasurer, Miss Nancy Breza and Miss Margie Acs. Newly elected officers of the Junior Women’s Guild were installed in the course of the Octobzer 14 worship service. They include Mrs. Marge Kertis, president; Mrs. Judy Sendelsky, vice-president; Mrs. Helen Fabian, recording secretary; Mrs. Irene Kovács, corresponding secretary (mailing address: 104 Hermann St., Carteret, N. J.), Mrs. Violet Nemish, treasurer; and Mrs. Rose Szemansky, chaplain. Mrs. Bela G. Nagy donated a new Hungarian flag in memory of her late husband. It was dedicated on October 21st.
