Fraternity-Testvériség, 1976 (54. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)
1976-04-01 / 2. szám
BETHLEN HOME The Nursing Home of our Bethlen Home has been completely renovated in accordance with the state’s legal requirements and a new wing of 30 beds were added to the existing facilities. The renovation and the new building cost us almost $700,000 dollars, but we can truthfully say that our Bethlen Home is today one of the most beautiful and up-to-date nursing homes, where our old people receive the very best care with 24 hour nursing service. The dedication of the new wing took place on September 4, 1975 in the context of an impressive national Celebration. THE RESIGNATION OF REV. KALMAN CSIA Due to reasons of health the Rev. Kalman Csia, Supervisor of the Old Age Home resigned as of February 10, 1976. Both Rev. and Mrs. Csia served our institution with unparalelled loyalty and dedication for more than 15 years. Our Board received their resignation with regret. In accordance with the By- Laws I have advertised for applications to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Rev. Csia. MUSEUM - ARCHIVES The building of the printing press has been vacated, which enables us to use the premises for the purposes of museum and archives. 80th ANNIVERSARY We plan to hold several celebrations of our 80th Anniversary in the larger Hungarian communities of our land where we have active branches. Preceding these celebrations we plan to hold district meetings. At this important and historical anniversary we wish to give thanks to God for the many blessings of the past 80 years and we wish to use this anniversary to call the attention of the entire American-Hun- garian community for the great contribution rendered by our Federation during the past 80 years to the best interest of our Hungarian people both in the United States and in the old country. THE PREPARATION OF THE CONVENTION The Board will have to deal with the following preparations for our Convention: 1. The approval of the delegates elected. 2. To discuss the resolutions submitted by the branches. 3. To prepare the proposals to the Convention. 4. To prepare the possible changes of our By- Laws, etc. GENEVA AND NAIROBI I have to mention my important journeys and ministries in Geneva and in Nairobi. I have not received a single penny for this purpose either from the Federation or from the American Hungarian Federation. I used my vacation time to serve the best interests of the oppressed Hungarian brethren in Transylvania and with success I brought it to the attention of the highest world forums. This difficult ministry enhanced the good name of our Federation as well. At every instance where I appeared or spoke next to my name it was indicated that I am the president of the Hungarian Reformed Federation of America. THE OPENING OF CONGRESS It was for the fourth time this year that I received the honor to participate in the opening worship and communion service, with four other Reformed denominational leaders prior to the opening of the US Congress. The President of the United States, most senators and representatives, members of the Cabinet and the judiciary have attended this worship service. It was a recognition not only of me, but also that of the Federation. I do not say these things to boast but to underline the fact that our Federation is represented at the highest forums of our nation and of the world. VARIOUS MINISTRIES Our official magazine — Fraternity — was published quarterly. My fellow officers as co-editors were great help to me in editing our paper. We held worship services on every great Christian and national holidays in Washington, D. C. Both the Secretary and I conducted these services and we also served holy communion with accordance the church year. We maintained good and cordial relationship with the churches and ministers regardless of their denominational affiliations. At the more important celebrations either the Secretary or I have actively participated in the services. THE DUTIES OF THE PRESIDENT The duties and privileges of the President are described in paragraph 44 of our By-Laws. I have already reported many of my activities during my present report. A special committee will have the opportunity to look into the work of my office in detail and therefore, I wish to mention only a few items: As President, I have supervised all offices and departments of the Home Office. I have examined and countersigned all deeds, certificates, checks and drafts. I called and presided over 48 Executive Committee meetings, when such were necessitated by important Federation matters, such as purchase and sale of bonds, mortgage investment, etc. 5
