Magyar Egyház, 1954 (33. évfolyam, 2-12. szám)
1954-03-01 / 3. szám
MAGYAR EGYHÁZ 11 NEW PASTOR AT PERTH AMBOY The congregational meeting of the Free Magyar Reformed Church in Perth Amboy, N. J. held on February 28th unanimously called the Rev. Dezső Abraham to become their pastor. Although bereaved by the sudden and unexpected death of their pastor, the Rev. Dr. Charles Vincze who for 25 years served in their parish, the congregation is looking forward to continuing its work under the leadership of Rev. Abraham. Rev. Abraham was born September 15, 1920 at Old, Baranya county, Hungary. He attended the Szilady Aron Reformed Gymnazium and completed his theological studies at the Budapest Seminary. He served as assistant pastor in Budapest and in 1945 served as chaplain to the Hungarian Y.M.C.A. In 1947 Rev. Abraham went to Scotland to continue his studies and from there he came to America (in 1947) and the Princeton Theological Seminary, where he received a Master of Theology degree. In 1948 he became the minister of the Free Magyar Reformed Church in Roebling, N. J. Rev. Abraham married Miss Margaret Szinyery of Roebling, N. J. in 1951. Rev. Dezső Abraham is expected to assume his new charge in May. All of us extend our congratulations to the Perth Amboy congregation in their wise choice of pastor and we ask God’s blessing on Rev. Abraham in all his endeavors. "My Church . . It was my church which gave to my parents ideals of life and love which made my hove a place of strength and beauty before I was born. It was my church which joined my parents in dedicating me to Christ, and threw around me a cloak of protection which I wore in helpless infancy. It was my church which enriched my childhood with the romance of Christ and the lessons of life which have been woven into the very texture of my soul. It was my church which heard the surge of my soul in the stress and storm of adolescence and guided my footsteps into paths of purity. It was my church which taught me to chasten and make holy my affections when first my heart knew the strange awakenings of love, and sanctified my marriage, and blessed my home. It was my church which believed in me, and when my steps have slipped into sin, she has called me back to live on the heights of victory with God. It is my church, now that children have come who are dearer than life itself, which is ready to help me train them for joyous and clean Christian living and Christian service. It was my church which drew me to the Friend of all the weary and sorrowing, and whispered to me the hope of another morning, when I thought the sun would never shine again. It is my church which stands ready now to minister help and comfort to my loved ones in the hour when it shall be mine to cross the Bar. It is my church which now calls me to her heart and asks me for my loyalty and my defense in this hour when she is being besieged by enemies. —Dr. Robert T. Ketcham. CLUB NEWS Strangers In Paradise (From Trenton, New Jersey) At the January meeting of The Young Peoples Society, elections were held at which time the following officers took office: President, Dorothy Evans; Vice President, Stephen Fityere; Secretary, Andrew Vágott; Corresp. Secretary, Ethel Csany; Treasurer, John Csany; Sgt. of Arms, Gilbebrt Lugossy; Chaplains, Gloria Beky and Elmer Soltész. The Young Peoples Society voted to sponsor enlightening entertainment projects for the coming year. The first of which was a New Years Eve party held in the club-room of the Grand Ballroom, where the Trenton club played host to over 50 persons representing the Young Peoples Societies of Carteret, Perth Amboy, and Staten Island. It was also voted upon to plan for a forthcoming Easter Monday Social to be held at the Grand Ball room in Trenton. The very famous Kara-Nemeth Bros, band will provide the music. Bake Sale of Hungarian cakes and cookies have marked the opening of a fund raising campaign. The proceeds will be used to finance plans for the Easter Monday Social. At a recent business meeting it was disclosed that the Hungarian Reformed Church Choir has resumed rehearsals under the direction of Miss Gloria Beky, church organist. Congratulations are in order for Gloria Nemish of Carteret, and John Csany of Trenton, who have announced their engagement. No date has been set for their wedding. Du-Squeeze-Mees (Duquesne) At a recentmeeting of the Duquesne Youth Fellowship, the folowing officers were elected: President, Frank Horvath; Vice-Pres., Goldie Horvath; Secretary, Evelyn Urban; Treasurer, Francis Helmeczi. A Valentine’s party was held on February 15th, with the Duquesners playing host to the Duquesne Methodist and McKeesport Youth Fellowships, and also the Hazelwood Fellowship. Entertainment was provided and refreshments were served to the 50 guests. (Speaking from McKeesport, we congratulate the Duquesners on creating a new friendship with another new guest church.) GO CATS GO........THEY SURE DID SHUFFLE......... WHERE?........ At the Duke Dance Hall. Yes sir, the cats were on the prowl on February 22nd. The Youth Fellowship held a record dance with Jay Michael of Station WCAE spinning the record. The dance was opened to the public (and all cats). McKeesport The newly elceted officers for the Youth Fellowship are as follows: President, William Jordanhazy; Secretary, Irene Vasil; Treasurer, Geraldine Papp. Here’s hoping this will be one of our best. A Com Social is being planned for march 7th. Proceeds will go toward an entertainment fund to help our membership drive along. The annual church banquet, honoring the new church officials was held on Sunday, Febrbubary 21st. The supper was provided by the Ladies Aid Society and members of the Youth Fellowship helped with the serving. Reverend Szőke and Reverend Vitéz were guest ministers. Other guests attending the banquet were from Homestead, Duquesne and Leechburg.
