Calvin Synod Herald, 1977 (77. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1977-05-01 / 5-6. szám
8 CALVIN SYNOD HERALD A special issue of The Calvin Synod News was prepared on Erdély (Transylvania) in order to provide needed information both inside and outside of our Synod. Added copies are available at the Bishop’s Office, 963 Laurel Avenue, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604. Pastors of our Synod are urged to read to, or share with, the members of the congregations the Bishop’s letter published on the front page. Contributions to the Earthquake Fund should be sent as soon as possible to Rev. Z. Király, Treasurer, 220 Fourth Street, Passaic, N.J. 07055. o o o 28th Annual Youth Camp at Camp Laurel Wood, August 14-20, 1977 Camp Theme: “The End of the World — When? How?’’ Reverend Arthur E. Antal has announced that the theme of the Calvin Synod 28th Annual Youth Camp held at Camp Laurel Wood will be THE END OF THE WORLD — WHEN? AND HOW? There has been so very much said and written on this theme. It is heard from various religious groups and space scientists, from people in all walks of life. What does the Bible say about it, especially the Book of Daniel and the Book of Revelations? What do you believe? What is believable? What is the Armagedon? What is the millennium? Come to explore and deepen your religious faith! Join with us from August 14 through August 20, 1977 at Camp Laurel Wood where the theme will be explored in depth. WHAT TO BRING? The following is a list of what should be brought to Camp with you: Flashlight, warm coat or sweater, camp clothes, heavy shoes, bathing suit, towels and soap. Tennis balls and racket if you play tennis. Rubber shoes and raincoat will prove useful. The Bible is one of the essentials. Sleeping bag, or blankets, sheets, pillow and pillow slips. Beginning at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, the Camp extends to 9:00 A.M. the following Saturday. Please observe these times when making travel arrangements. PRIVATE PROPERTY IS BROUGHT AT CAMPER’S OWN RISK. PLEASE NOTE: The Friday Night Consecration Service is also the Communion Service — it is a “Sunday Dress” occasion. IMPORTANT! REGISTRATION: $50.00 This includes meals, lodging and insurance. Minimum age is 13 or Confirmed. Also included in the cost is the canteen and arts and crafts. The total amount ($50.00) must accompany the registration form and sent in no later than August 1, 1977. The Workshop preferences and Medical questionnaire should also be sent with your registration form. Send to: CAMP LAUREL WOOD ORGANIZER: 223 EAST MAIN STREET Rev. Arthur E. Antal LIGONIER, PA. 15658 824 Chestnut Street Phone: 412-238-9505 Johnstown, Pa. 15906 Phone: (814) 539-2415 or 749-8395 (Continued from page 2) All in all: it was good to be together and renew our covenant in the Lord. May He help us to live as His covenanted people in the days to come! OUR UNIONTOWN CHURCH. The Hungarian Reformed Church of Uniontown, Pa. was dissolved on April 20, 1977 when Bishop Butosi, General Secretary Francis Vitéz, Dean A. Antal, and Supply Pastor A. Jalso met with members of the congregation the last time ... (1908-1977) IN CLEVELAND, OHIO The First Hungarian Reformed Church celebrated the double anniversary of the Rt. Rev. Dr. Stephen Szabó (50 years in Christian ministry, 30 years in Cleveland) on May 22. The whole Synod wishes God’s blessings on our “President Emeritus.’’ IN FLINT, MICH., our beloved “Professor’’ Dr. Joseph Zsíros and his faithful wife celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on May 15 in connection with the church’s anniversary. “A prudent wife is from the Lord” (Prov. 19:14) and so is a prudent husband! .. . DR. ARTHUR LUDWIG was named by the Lake County Women’s Council as an outstanding citizen of the county. OUR GARY, IND. CHURCH burned the mortgage papers on April 24. Pastor Joseph Benedek could leave the hospital for the occasion... THE REV. PAUL FERENCZY was elected pastor of the Lakeland, Fla. Presb. Church on April 17. IN ELYRIA, OHIO the Magyar United Church of Christ celebrated its 60th anniversary on May 15. IN DAYTON, OHIO the Rev. Stephen Szőke was installed on May 1 by Deputy Bishop Desmond D. Parragh. THE REV. GABOR NITSCH, pastor of the Miami First Hungarian United Church, was married to Ilona Tisza on April 16 (by his mother) and was ordained-installed on April 17. STILL VACANT CHURCHES: Columbus, Ohio; Coatesville, Pa.; Phoenixville, Pa.; Interested persons should call Bishop Butosi. THE REV. JOSEPH KECSKEMETHY, after two successful open heart surgeries on Dec. 16, 1976 and March 7, 1977, now convalescing under the “tender loving care” of his “Darling Guardian Angel" (his wife). THE REV. DR. KALMAN TOTH also had another open heart surgery early in February and is now on the road of recovery. THE REV. ALEXANDER MARTON was buried in Youngstown, Ohio on April 12. Rev. A. Elek represented us. “TO WALK TOGETHER" — a major filmstrip on the history and heritage of the United Church of Christ in celebration of the 20th anniversary, is available in the Bishop’s Office for free rental. THE CHILDREN DEPARTMENT of the Bethlen Home will be closed as of July 31, 1977 due to undue expenses. IN SOUTH AMERICA the Hungarian Reformed work desperately needs our support: with the death of Rev. S. Csákány, Rev. Imre Szabó is our only full-time worker under retirement age! He visits Uruguay monthly until Rev. L. Szathmary arrives. 0 0 0 “A RELIGION that does nothing, that saves nothing, that gives nothing, that costs nothing, that suffers nothing, Is worth nothing!’’ Martin Luther
