Calvin Synod Herald, 2010 (111. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2010-07-01 / 7-8. szám
A CA I,YIN SYNOD HERALD Highlights of the 72nd ANNUAL MEETING of Calvin Synod Conference of the United Church of Christ held in Ligonier, Pennsylvania Tuesday, May 18th through Friday, May 21st, 2010 The Delegates to the 72nd Annual Meeting began with a worship service at the Bethlen Home Chapel in Ligonier. The Delegates toured the renovated Heritage Center, and following a meal provided by the Bethlen Home, reconvened at the Ramada Inn in Ligonier. 20 Congregations were represented, including 22 Ministers, 18 Delegates, the Synod Treasurer and Synod Presbyter, and a host of guests from local congregations and from other organizations and denominations. Guests included Rt. Rev. Sándor Szabó, Bishop of the Hungarian Reformed Church in America; Rev. Frank Varga (and his wife), Secretary/Treasurer and Dean of the Central Classis of the HRCA; Rev. Attila Kocsis, Dean of the Eastern Classis of the HRCA, and Rev. Arpad Drotos (and his wife) of the New York congregation of the HRCA. Also with us from the William Penn Association were Mr. Steve Varga, Chairman of the Board, and Mr. William Bero and Mr. Ronald S. Balia, National Directors, in addition to their wives, and volunteers who hosted us for the Annual Picnic at Penn Scenic View, their retreat center near Donegal. Continued from page 3 Those who are not trained an equipped are very vulnerable to false doctrines. In today’s world, many spread false doctrines using sophisticated electronic means, internet, televisions, newspapers and books to teach contrary to the will and Word of God. We need to build members with a firm foundation in true faith to withstand this onslaught. That foundation was and is given in our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. “Speaking the truth in love, we must grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and knitted together by every ligament with which it is equipped, as each part is working properly, promotes the body’s growth in building itself up in love. ” The Scripture teaches us how to work together in the Christian Church. Each of you is a precious servant and child of God. It is our mission to use Christ’s gift and your individual gifts of the Spirit for the up-building of our congregations, to nurtures Christian fellowship with one another, and to fully utilize each other’s gifts and talents. May the Almighty God enable us to hear His voice in the Scriptures, give us strength and wisdom to do our ministries, and bless our labors as we glorify the Lord of all creation. The grace of God, deeper than our imagination; the strength of Christ, stronger than our need; and the communion of the Holy Spirit, richer than our togetherness; guide and sustain us today and in all our tomorrows. Yours in His service, Rt. Rev. Bela Poznan, Bishop HIGHLIGHTS Memorial: Bishop Ludwig spoke about those who have served faithfully in our Synod and our Congregations and have now been called home by the Lord. He named the following colleagues who had been called home in the previous year, and we remembered them in prayer: Rev. Kálmán Csia - Kalamazoo, MI; Rev. Dr. Edwin Elliott - Manassas, VA; Mrs. Gizella Balia- New York City; Mr. Tom Beck - Manville, NJ: Mrs. Jolanda Egri - Manville, NJ; Mr. George Charles Sr. - Springdale PA; Mr. Paul Mato - Perth Amboy NJ; Mrs. Vilma Misak - Perth Amboy NJ; Mrs. Katalin Monoki - New York NY; Mr. Julius Pongrácz- Lorain, OH; Mr. Joseph Révész - Homestead, PA; Mr. Earle Wittpenn - Homestead, PA. Calvin Synod Herald Report: Rev. Dr. Edwin Elliott, English language editor, passed home October 2009. Rev. Stefan Torok was elected as new English Language editor. Individuals and congregations were encouraged to send in articles, church news and photos, and are also encouraged to subscribe to the newspaper. It is suggested every congregation appoint a person to constantly publicize the church by contributing to the Herald and the monthly “Bulleting Inserts”, in addition to posting on the Calvin Synod Yahoo Group. Bethlen Communities: Calvin Synod rededicated itself to continue supporting the Bethlen Communities. The Bethlen Communities has decided to utilize the old Bethlen Home facilities for cultural and educational purposes as a “Heritage Center”, including an Archives and Museum for items of Hungarian Reformed Heritage. Actions related to Church and Ministry Committee Recommendations: 1. “Licensure to preach” was granted to Mr. Tibor Király. 2. Renewal of “Licensure” was granted to: Mr. Wilburn A. Roby, Mr. Lehel F. Deak. 3. Renewal of “Privilege of Call” was granted to Rev. Csaba Orosz and Rev. Dr. Sándor Tenke . 4. Renewal of “Standing” was granted to Rev. Imre A. Bertalan, Rev. George Cseh, Rev. Maria Ildikó Fodor, Rev. Anita Fogarasi, Chaplain Leila Havadtoy Gomulka, Rev. Chuck Huckaby, Rev. Gyöngyike Ludvig, Rev. Judit Mayer, Rev. Dr. Coralyn Medyesy, Rev. Dr. Laslo Medyesy, Rev. Levente Molnár, Rev. István Nyeste, Rev. Zsolt Takacs, M.D. and Rev. Csilla Lucskay Toth. 5. Approved for Ordination pending a “Call”: Church and Ministry Committee recommended that Mr. Aron Trufan be presented for ordination pending a call. He shared his faith journey to the assembly of Delegates to Synod. A question and answer session ensued, following which the assembly voted to approve ordination for Mr. Trufan. 6. Approved for “Student in Care” was Mr. Tibor Király, who has completed his seminary studies in Hungary and is preparing for his final exams. 2010 Youth Camp Report: Date of camp: July 18-24, 2010 at
