Magyar Egyház, 1973 (52. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1973-02-01 / 2. szám
14 MAGYAR EGYHÁZ congregation. Then our pastor’s report on our church life — and different organizations. We would like to thank all our members for the work they have done, but above all to God who gave us the strength and energy. Our Congregational meeting discussed the renovation problem behind our church, but because we had no further information on the cost, the meeting entrusted the church council for further decisions. Painting of the church was also one of the points discussed, but the decision came, that only after fixing the back of the church can something be done with the painting. After all these we had our elections — first church council members then officers. Those members whose term expired this year, but accepted for another term were the following: Mr. John Kollar, Mr. Steve Varga, Bordentown, Mr. Bert Somogyi Sr. and Mr. James Gilanyi and Mr. Frank Nagy. Our officers were reelected except our Chief-Elder Mr. Bert Somogyi Jr., who resigned from his post. During our congregational meeting we couldn’t elect a new Chief-Elder, but we hope that our next congregational meeting will bring success to find one. The past month will be a memorable one also in our church life. In the memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Varga new hymnals were bought by her children, which were dedicated during our regular worship service. May God bless the memory of our beloved sister and may God bless her children who remembered their mother in such a beautiful vay. Also in the memory of our brother Mr. Alexander a new bulletin board was donated to our church by his children and family, Mr. and Mrs John Genasky, and Mr. and Mrs. Louis Egyud. We would like to thank them wholeheartedly for their precious gift and may God’s blessing rest upon them always. FAMOUS HUNGARIAN RECIPES 17th Edition now available at $1.25 plus 25c postage by placing your orders to: THE WOMEN’S GUILD 200 Norman Avenue Roebling, N. J. 08554 STATEN ISLAND, N. Y. The Women’s Guild had a very successful Chinese Auction in December. The annual Christmas Party of the Women’s Guild was a beautiful and well attended event. The Sunday School children, under the leadership of Rachel Rodvansky and Judith Nemeth presented “The Littlest Angel”. On Christmas Eve a Candle Light Service was held with the participation of the Sunday School children. The prophecy was read by Judith Nemeth. Mrs. Alice Rodvansky sang “Oh Holy Night”. Christmas Day at both English and Hungarian services Communion was served. The holy elements were given by Mr. and Mrs. John Rodvansky. On Christmas day a group of young people, led by Esther and Caroline Kosa visited church members and friends with the traditional Caroling. The Women’s Guild again showed its unselfish devotion and love for the church by presenting $1,000 as a Christmas gift. The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Elders was held on January 10th and was presided by Rev. Gabor Csordás, Dean. A call was extended by the elders to Rev. Charles Bogár to serve as the regular minister of the church. Rev. Bogár has been serving the congregation as a supply minister since the retirement of Dr. Nicholas Nyáry in October after eight years of service. The annual congregational meeting was held on January 28, when the officers and elders were reelected and upon the recommendation of the Board of Elders, the congregation unanimously elected the Rev. Charles Bogár as the regular minister of the church. A dinner, honoring the newly elected officers and elders of the church and officers of the Women’s Guild will be held on February 28, immediately after the morning services. TRENTON, N. J. Our annual congregational meeting was held on January 28th. In 1972 there were 14 christenings, 6 confirmed young people, 15 marriages and 38 burials. The treasury’s annual income was $44,524.49 and with the 1971 balance it totaled $99,687.30. The expenses for 1972 were $50,342.28, leaving $49,345.02 in the treasury. The following repairs, remodelings and purchases were made in 1972: the parsonage kitchen was completely remodeled by the Women’s Guild at the cost of $5,700; the Lorantffy Zsuzsanna Ladies Aid purchased a refrigerator for $452 for the parsonage kitchen ;the church building and steeple received a new roof costing $7,000; the school building’s outer brick walls were pointed at a cost of $5,123, lightning rods were placed on the church for $585; carpeting and new lighting was installed in the school foyer costing $950, a new gas furnace was put under the church building for $5,935, the bathroom at the parsonage was remodeled for $1,066.68 ... all of these major projects totaled $26,811.68 for which we had no special drive for extra funds, the work was completed from the regular donations of our members. We wish to express our thanks to all the elders and church workers who under the capable leadership of Mr. Joseph Jenei faithfully discharged their duties and made all the accomplishments possible. The members of the Church Council elected for 1973 by the congregational meeting: Chief-elder: John Estok, Jr., assist, chief-elders: Anthony C. Beke and John S. Toth, treasurer: Julius Borcsik, assist, treasurer: Andrew Ture, controller: Anthony S. Beke, secretary: Walter M. Katona, trustees: Alexander Acs and Joseph Jenei. Elders: Vincent Arch, Imre Bogár, Edward Burkins, Gabor Csapó, Bela Emri, Géza Hegedűs, Nicholas G. Katona, John Kish, Julius Kovács, William Kraemer, Alexander Lenart, John Molnár, John E. Molnár, William Pandak, Alexander Parrey, Joseph Poedubicky, Alexander Sabo, Sr., Alexander Sabo, Jr., Charles Simon, Frank Thomas, Stephen Ture, Andrew Vágott, Nicholas Vágott, John Waldner, honorary elder: Elmer Danch. Baptisms. Steve László, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Ferenczi was baptized on January 14th; Robert John, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Waldner was baptized on February 4th. Funerals. January 13: Mrs. Samuel Almasi, January 23: Mrs. Mary Varadi, January 30: Mrs. Joseph Mohácsi. The 1973 officers of the Lorantffy Zsuzsanna Ladies Aid are: Hon. President: Mrs. Stephen Kovács, President: Mrs. John Kerekes, Vice President: Mrs. Nicholas Vágott, Treasurer: Mrs. Andrew Pásztor, Secretary: Mrs. Julius Kovács, Trustees: Mrs. George Sipos and Mrs. Charles Simon, Social Committee President; Mrs. Joseph Pandak. YOUTH NEWS Akron has a camp! It is camp YNoah famed for residing the All American Soap Box Derby Champs. If it’s good enough for the champs, it’s good enough for the BYF. No tents this year in Akron. Heated cabins are in store for those attending the Labor Day Conference! More news later on our progress. In Christ’s Love From Akron’s Follow Him Youth Group
