ˇ ´ VESTNIK S P J S T Benevolence
Volume 108 Number 21
H E R A L D
★ Humanity
★ Brotherhood
November 9, 2020
ISSN —07458800
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Delisle Doherty appointed SPJST Supreme Lodge Vice President Dear Brothers and Sisters, Greetings from the SPJST Home Office. Please join me in welcoming Brother Delisle Doherty as Supreme Lodge Vice President. He will take over for Brother Richard Hrbacek who is leaving due to unexpected personal circumstances. I enjoyed working with Richard and know that his decision to leave early in his tenure as Supreme Lodge Vice President was difficult. We wish him well. Brother Doherty’s Supreme Lodge appointment becomes effective November 9. Delisle has been serving as the Regional General Agent (RGA) for SPJST District Five, one of the most consistent districts in terms of production in recent years. An SPJST member since 2005, Delisle previously served as SPJST State Field Representative in Districts One Five and Six. He and his wife, Lila, have two grown children and five grandchildren, all members of SPJST Lodge 196, Houston-West. Brother Doherty has a proven background in life insurance sales, business management and community service. Prior to owning his own business, he
joined American General in 1991 where he earned a position on the President’s Club as one of the top life agents in the company. As the owner of a printing and marketing company, he routinely consulted with small- to medium-sized businesses, helping them to develop and implement successful marketing strategies. In 2009, he founded and has been the guiding force for the Christian Business Fellowship Association, a business networking group for Christian-based businesses. Over the past 10 years, the group has helped to raise more than $536,000 for charity. “With my community engagement experience and leading youth programs, I look forward to working closely with the Fraternal Department,” says Delisle, adding, “This will ultimately enable the smaller lodges to have the opportunity to grow and once again become a driving force in their communities.” Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—
( ( ( ( ( Inside This Week’s Věstník ( ( ( ( ( Readers Write ......................................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 Fraternal Focus Webinar ....................3 Supreme Lodge Meeting Minutes ......4 Insurance Department Updates .........8 Lodge Section......................................9
Youth Section ....................................16 Youth Merit Points Report ................20 In Memoriam ......................................22 Czech Culture ....................................24 Advertisements .................................25 Lodge Calendar .................................26
District One hosts fall fun day
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Lodge 25 Ennis hosts Czech meal fundraiser Page 13
Lodge 88 Houston member donates Czech kroje Page 15
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Editor’s Note
Saying goodbye is a hard thing to do . . .
SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 800-727-7578 • 254-773-1575 Fax: 254-774-7447 www.spjst.org VĚSTNÍK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 122) • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VĚSTNÍK Fax: 254-773-8087 email: vestnik@spjst.org or melaniez@usa.com SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 139) • Mobile: 254-534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT DELISLE DOHERTY 254-773-1575 (ext. 240) • Mobile: 832-232-2049 email: delisled@spjst.com CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 149) Mobile: 254-721-4739 • Home: 254-778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com CONTROLLER ROY VAJDAK 254-773-1575 (ext. 142) • email: royv@spjst.com DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM PO Box 85, Snook, TX 77878-0085 Home: 979-272-3265 • Mobile: 979-224-3125 email: dv.aggie71@gmail.com DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR JESSE POSPISIL 4710 FM 1331, Taylor, TX 76574-2164 Home: 512-365-1110 • Mobile: 512-826-7371 email: jlpospisil@yahoo.com DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN JOHN ENGELKE 6475 Gholson Rd, Waco, TX 76705-5330 254-799-4247 • email: johnengelke@hotmail.com DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BOBBY DAVIS, FICF, CFFM 1886 Pecos St, Ste 3, San Angelo, TX 76901-3268 Mobile: 325-450-3748 • Fax: 325-657-2003 email: bgdsr2428@aol.com DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR BRADLEY STAVINOHA, FIC 10522 Will Lehmann Rd, Needville, TX 77461-9164 Mobile: 979-739-2386 • Office: 979-793-7411 email: spjst@earthlink.net DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR ANNIE VAHALIK 2508 N Levi St, Victoria, TX 77901-4059 361-649-4888 • email: amvahalik@gmail.com DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR REGINA HOUSE 146 Deer Run St, Pleasanton, TX 78064-1510 830-570-2046 • email: spjst202youth@gmail.com REGIONAL GENERAL AGENTS DISTRICT ONE - Jim Schroeder, LUTCF 936-661-2294 • jeschroeder.insurance@gmail.com DISTRICT TWO - Contact SPJST Home Office 800-727-7578 for assistance. DISTRICT THREE - Sabino Garcia 817-909-8899 • garciasabi@att.net DISTRICT FOUR - Lydia Talamantez 325-262-9743 • lillyg636@yahoo.com LODGE 219, EL PASO - Francisco Viniegra 915-203-3124 • fviniegra@vinquiz-insurance.com DISTRICT FIVE - Contact SPJST Home Office 800-727-7578 for assistance. DISTRICT SIX - Carolina Covarrubia 281-779-9956 • covarrubia.carolina@yahoo.com DISTRICT SEVEN - Armando Perez, LUTCF 361-425-5543 • asperez6040@hotmail.com CAMP KUBENA • 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, TX Rob Clift, Executive Director 979-249-5674 • robc@spjst.com
HUMAN RESOURCES LYNETTE TALASEK 254-773-1575 (ext. 146) • email: lynettet@spjst.com STATE FRATERNAL DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 (ext. 177) • Mobile: 254-534-0681 email: frankh@spjst.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Hannah Kovar, PO Box 28, Snook, TX 778780028 - 979-220-7904 - ladyjays@tamu.edu District Two (Acting) - Amber Bartek, 10745 Burgess Rd, Temple, TX 76501 - 254-931-0295 -abartek002@yahoo.com District Three - Mary Steinman, 1136 Westgrove Dr, Saginaw, TX 76179-3463 - 817-731-2580 - appamary@sbcglobal.net District Four - Laura Pospichal, PO Box 253, Rowena, TX 76875-0253 - 325-365-6485 - yellowcar02@aol.com District Five - Melissa Victorick-Brown, 2324 Lakeway Dr, Friendswood, TX 77546-6196 - 832-274-7369 distric5dyc@gmail.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide St, El Campo, TX 77437-6152 - 979-543-7120 - lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - April Howard, 814 Madison Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130-3918 - 830-624-9242 - aprhoward@gmail.com BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Bill Orsak, PO Box 252, Snook TX 77878-0252 -979-272-1243 - billorsak@gmail.com District Two - Bridget C. Bohac, PO Box 182, Granger TX 76530-0182 - 512-694-1897 - brdgtbhc@gmail.com District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 1136 Westgrove Dr, Saginaw TX 76179-3463 - 817-731-2580 - appamary@sbcglobal.net District Five - Dorothy Pflughaupt, 1243 Clovis Rd, Houston TX 77008-6232 - 713-859-8976 - dotpflugh@yahoo.com District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell Ave, Bay City TX 77414-6944 - joesiptak@yahoo.com - 979-479-0056 District Seven - Oscar Korus, 2565 Bruce Rd, Poteet TX 78065-5013 - 830-391-4169 - oscarkorus@gmail.com FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Debbie Kostelka, 1914 County Road 403 Dime Box TX 77853-5379 - 979-540-8532 - debbiekostelka@yahoo.com District Two - Edwin Pechal, Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Highway 53, Temple TX 76501-7446 - 254-721-2887 - edwinpechal@yahoo.com District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen Dr, Robinson TX 76706-5121 - 254-744-8973 - mlgaller54@gmail.com District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM 765, San Angelo TX 76905-7461 - 325-651-8550 - hdweise@zipnet.us District Five - Ashley Victorick, 26810 Sweetstone Springs Ct, Cypress TX 77433-3500 - 832-577-5433 - ashley.victorick@gmail.com District Six - Karen Kaspar, 8550 N State Highway 71, El Campo TX 77437-9819 - 979-332-1616 - k-kaspar@hotmail.com District Seven - Colleen Jenke, 211 Cottonwood Ln, Seguin TX 78155-0697 - 830-303-4316 - jenkec@att.net INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, District One - Susan Skrabanek, Chair - 2657 FM 166, Caldwell TX 77836-4300 - 979272-3440 - spjst@aol.com District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S St Joseph Rd, Burlington TX 76519-3108 254-985-2396 patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Robert Sill, 400 Westview Ter, Arlington TX 76013-1632 - 817-274-2783 - arlingtonsill@yahoo.com District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plain View Dr, San Angelo TX 76905-7509 - 325-234-8117 - ljansa13@gmail.co District Five - Kerry Herrington, 18703 Ember Trails Dr, Houston TX 77904-2617 281-704-5737 kerryherrington@yahoo.com District Six - Elizabeth Holub, 4624 Freyburg Hall Road, Schulenburg, Texas 78956 - 979-561-8640 - mikelizh@cvctx.com District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 210-535-4916 - poohbear78064@hotmail.com PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - 979-540-8531 - floydkostelka@yahoo.com District Two - Amber Bartek, 10745 Burgess Rd, Temple TX 76501-7441 - 254-931-0295 - abartek002@yahoo.com District Three - Lynda Novak, 7153 Cornelia Ln, Dallas TX 75214-3226 - 972-948-4456 - magiclady_46@hotmail.com District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr, San Angelo TX 76903-9106 - 325-651-5884 District Five - Baley Stavinoha, 10522 Will Lehmann Rd, Needville TX 77461-9164 281-912-9619 baleystavinoha@gmail.com District Six - Marjorie Treumer, 1806 Laurel St, Bay City TX 77414-8405 - 979-578-2762 - mtreumer@gmail.com District Seven - Trey Bielefeld, 518 County Road 210, Floresville TX 78114-5215 512-917-0083 trey.bielefeld@gmail.com
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aying goodbye is always difficult, especially when it’s to someone who you have thoroughly enjoyed working with. I will miss working with SPJST Vice President Richard Hrbacek. He has been a real pleasure to know and work with. I appreciate his knowledge, professionalism, and expertise. Best wishes for much success and good health to Rick. We now welcome Brother Delisle Doherty who will begin serving as SPJST Vice President on November 9. I have enjoyed working with Delisle over the past years in his roles of field representative and regional general agent. I wish him the best in his new position and look forward to working with him.
Věstník Dates and Deadlines November 23 Věstník deadline is Mon., Nov. 16 at 5 p.m.
December 14 Věstník deadline is Mon., Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. December 28 Věstník deadline is Fri., Dec. 18 at 5 p.m. January 12 Věstník deadline is Mon., Jan. 5 at 5 p.m. January 25 Věstník deadline is Mon., Jan. 18 at 5 p.m. —SPJST—
2021 SPJST Calendars
We are preparing 2021 SPJST Calendars that will be printed and mailed in December. All Věstník subscribers who are on the mailing list - and those members who received a calendar in 2020 - will receive a calendar in the mail. If you do not wish to receive a 2021 SPJST Calendar in the mail, please contact us no later than Friday, November 20 at 5 p.m. to have your name removed from the calendar mailing list. Once again, if you received this Věstník in the mail, you are on the mailing list to receive a calendar. If you know a member who is not on the Věstník mailing list, but would like to receive a calendar, here are several ways to reserve/request a calendar:
• Complete the form at www.spjst.org under the “News” tab. • Call the Home Office at 254-7731575, ext. 153. Leave your name and mailing address. • Send an email to info@spjst.org with your name and mailing address. • Send us a note with your name and mailing address to SPJST Calendar, PO Box 100, Temple, TX 765030100. • Fax us a note with your name and mailing address to 254-773-8087. —SPJST—
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published on the second and fourth Mondays of each month by SPJST, PO Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Members’ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Věstník do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Controller Roy Vajdak, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
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Readers Write ✍ State King Koby Stone helps at accident scene Our SPJST youth are showing that they care what is going on around them. On Tuesday, October 6, 2020, there was an accident at the red light in Rogers, Texas, involving an automobile and an 18-wheeler. A woman and a young girl were in the automobile, which was damaged very badly. Our own 2020-2021 SPJST State King Koby Stone and his mother and sister were also at the scene of the accident. Koby immediately called 911. He then made sure everyone was okay and proceeded to calm the young girl as she was very upset and crying. King Koby and his family jumped right in to help in a tragic situation. This just shows everyone that we have great young members that will do whatever it takes in a turbulent situation. We are very proud of all of our SPJST youth and members who are willing to jump
in and assist others that need help without hesitation. Thanks to Koby and everyone who helped that day. Fraternally, Ruth Hanusch Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
Seaton Cemetery Association to host Veterans Day ceremony The Seaton Cemetery Association wishes to announce that there will be a Veterans ceremony on Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. at Seaton Cemetery. Submitted by, Janet Young, SCA Secretary Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
This month’s topic: Benefits of SPJST Membership All members are invited and encouraged to join in the next Fraternal Focus Webinar on Tuesday, November 10 at 7 p.m. This month’s webinar will feature the benefits of SPJST membership, including PerkSpot, FreshBenies, Travel Insurance Center, and Amazon Smile. To attend, members must register by
visiting spjst.org under “Events.” Members will then receive information on how to log in to the webinar. The webinar is free of charge, and all SPJST members are welcome to attend to learn about these exciting membership benefits. —SPJST—
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FROM THE SUPREME LODGE October 20 and 21, 2020 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of SPJST Supreme Lodge held at the Home Office in Temple, Texas PRESIDING The meeting was called to order by Supreme Lodge Chairman John Engelke on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at 8:06 a.m. ATTENDING: Brian Vanicek, President; Richard Hrbacek, Vice President; Leonard Mikeska, Chief Financial Officer; Roy Vajdak, Controller; Donnie Victorick - District One; Jesse Pospisil - District Two; John Engelke - District Three/Supreme Lodge Chairman; Bobby Davis - District Four; Bradley Stavinoha - District Five; Annie Vahalik District Six; Regina House - District Seven; Melanie Zavodny, Editor/Director of Communication; Janie Coakley, Recording Secretary. OPENING OF MEETING The meeting was opened by Supreme Lodge Chairman Engelke with a welcome to all. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was observed in respect to our departed members and in honor of our government officials, military troops, law enforcement, firemen, EMS, healthcare workers, and others affected by COVID-19, especially our members who have been affected. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska led the Supreme Lodge in an opening prayer. ANNOUNCEMENTS President Vanicek announced there will be four visitors present at the meeting today - Alex Peacock, Tom Berry, and Donald Sutton with Investor Loan Source and Rob Clift with Camp Kubena. The visitors on Wednesday are Courtney Reikofski, George Simon, and Keith Galante with BKD, who will present their report via video conference; Larry White and Stephen Gonzalez of AQS Asset Management, who will be present in person to report on investments; and Troy Schake, Sandy Wordell, and Pedro Rivera with USSI, who will demonstrate via video conference a new portal that will be available soon. APPROVAL OF SUPREME LODGE MINUTES After review of the July 1, 2020, Special Called Conference Call Meeting, Director Victorick moved the minutes be approved as printed. Director Pospisil seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. After review of the July 8, 2020, Regular Conference Call Meeting, Director Stavinoha moved the minutes be approved as printed. Controller Vajdak seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously.
VÄšSTNĂ?K After review of the September 29, 2020, Special Called Conference Call Meeting, Controller Vajdak moved the minutes be approved as printed. Director Stavinoha seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS The executive officers each presented a report on their old business, and each was accepted as presented. Recess for break was taken from 9:58 to 10:09 a.m. Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny recommended a calendar be printed for 2021. President Vanicek moved to accept the recommendation of the two-fold 6-inch by 9-inch calendar for 2021 at a cost of approximately $5,917. Director Vahalik seconded the motion, and the motion carried with 10 in favor and one opposed. Voting in favor: President Vanicek, Vice President Hrbacek, Chief Financial Officer Mikeska, Controller Vajdak, Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Davis, Director Vahalik and Director House. Voting in opposition: Director Stavinoha. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska presented a land opportunity by a local realtor and developer for SPJST to lend proceeds for the land purchase. SPJST would be the first lienholder. The development is in the growing area of West Temple, about six miles from the Home Office. Director Stavinoha moved to proceed with the loan, and Controller Vajdak seconded the motion. After discussion, Director Victorick moved that we table this motion until we get more information on the borrowers. Director House seconded the motion, and the motion carried with eight in favor of tabling the motion and three opposed. Voting in favor: President Vanicek, Vice President Hrbacek, Controller Vajdak, Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Davis, Director Vahalik, and Director House. Voting in opposition: Chief Financial Officer Mikeska, Director Engelke, and Director Stavinoha. Recess for lunch break was taken from 11:55 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rob Clift, Executor Director of Camp Kubena, presented updates. Director Stavinoha moved to open a bank account at the Round Top Bank, granting Rob Clift to be the signor to conduct business for Camp Kubena. Director Victorick seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. Recess for break was taken from 2:26 to 2:43 p.m. NEW BUSINESS The executive officers each presented a report on their new business, and each was accepted as presented. President Vanicek discussed the employee health care coverage period has been June 1 of each year through May 31 the following year; however, our insurance broker recommended changing to a calendar year.
Director Stavinoha moved to accept the recommendation from our insurance broker Gallagher for the insurance year to be moved to a calendar year starting with January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2021. Director Pospisil seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. Recess for break was taken from 3:50 to 4 p.m. Tom Berry, Donald Sutton, and Alex Peacock of Investor Loan Source were present and gave a detailed presentation to educate everyone on their services of providing investor residential loans they sell to lenders. Recess for the day was taken at 5:10 p.m. until October 21 at 8:10 a.m. Chairman Engelke welcomed everyone to the meeting. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska led the Supreme Lodge in an opening prayer. RESOLUTION OF RESPECT WHEREAS, the Supreme Lodge and the SPJST membership were saddened to learn of the death of Larry W. Pflughaupt; and, WHEREAS, Brother Pflughaupt left surviving him to mourn his departure, wife Dorothy; sons Lee and wife Monica, Karl and wife Linda, and Paul and wife Crystal; seven grandchildren; mother Josephine, brother Lynn Pflughaupt; sister Carol Pflughaupt Globke; and a host of relatives, friends, and neighbors, all of whom, with all the members of the Supreme Lodge SPJST, mourn his departure; and, WHEREAS, the members of the Supreme Lodge SPJST desire to record their sorrow at the death on August 27, 2020, of Brother Pflughaupt, who had worked harmoniously and diligently for the good of the Society and served SPJST as Director and Sales Agent and also in many capacities including on the state, district, and lodge levels. Fraternalism was a way of life for Brother Pflughaupt, and he will be missed and remembered by his many friends mourning his passing. Brother Pflughaupt leaves an enduring legacy of his faithful and diligent devotion to support the work of his lodge - Lodge 88, Houston. BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the Supreme Lodge of SPJST meeting as a body in session on October 21, 2020, hereby gives its formal expression of sympathy and does hereby note in its records the passing from this life of a loyal member, who was respected by his associates and loved by his family and friends. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be tendered to the family as an expression of heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement. FOR THE SUPREME LODGE SPJST Brian Vanicek, President Leonard Mikeska, Secretary-Treasurer
VĚSTNÍK President Vanicek moved that we adopt a Resolution of Respect for past District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt. Director Victorick seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED Chief Financial Officer Mikeska reported on delinquencies and moved to accept as presented. Director Victorick seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska reported on six meetings: July 13, August 11 and 26, and September 11, 24, and 25. Director Pospisil moved to ratify as presented. Director Vahalik seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. The Investment Policy Statement was presented, and no changes were made. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska reported on universal life rates. Director Victorick moved approval of the recommended rates on universal life as presented in Chief Financial Officer Mikeska’s report. Director Stavinoha seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. The rates remain the same from the last quarter. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska reported on the annuity rates. Director House moved approval of the recommended rates on annuities as presented in Chief Financial Officer Mikeska’s report. Director Vahalik seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. The rates remain the same from last quarter. Controller Vajdak presented and reported on the quarterly statement dated June 30, 2020, and the budget variance report. Controller Vajdak reported it is time to renew a contract for the external audit and presented bids. Director Stavinoha moved to accept the James Reitmeier, Boyd & Therrell bid for the 2021 external audit. Director Victorick seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. Controller Vajdak reported the last day to issue applications will be 12 p.m. on December 28, 2020, and closing of books for 2020 will be at 1:30 p.m. on December 30, 2020. Recess for break was taken from 9:20 to 9:30 a.m. Courtney Reikofski, George Simon, and Keith Galante with BKD presented their preliminary report of the efficiency study on the Home Office. It was presented via video conference. Recess for break was taken from 11 to 11:15 a.m. Larry White and Stephen Gonzalez of AQS Asset Management reported on current assets and proposed assets.
Monday, November 9, 2020 The investment committee had a meeting during this presentation. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska moved to purchase $1,000,000 of Turtlewood Senior Living Development in Houston Texas. Director Victorick seconded the motion, and the motion carried with 10 in favor. Vice President Hrbacek did not vote because he had left the room and was not present to vote. Lunch break was not taken; it was a working lunch. Troy Schake, Sandy Wordell, and Pedro Rivera with USSI attended on a conference call and presented a video demonstration of a new portal that will be available soon. Recess for break was taken from 3:25 to 3:45 p.m. The dates of Supreme Lodge meetings for 2021 were set as follows: January 19 and 20 (audit on January 18) April 20 and 21 July 20 and 21 (audit on July 19) October 19 and 20 Director Victorick moved to take the West Temple loan development off the table. President Vanicek seconded the motion. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska reported he did not get a response to his request for additional documents on the borrowers. Director Victorick moved that we amend the motion made by Director Stavinoha to back out of this lending opportunity. Director Pospisil seconded the motion, and the motion to amend carried unanimously. The motion to decline this offer carried unanimously. INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS Controller Vajdak presided over the ceremony of installing the 2020-2024 officers and directors. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED Director Stavinoha moved that we freeze employee salaries and not pay an increase for 2021 and employees are not paid a bonus for 2020. President Vanicek moved to amend the motion to separate the two motions, seconded by Controller Vajdak. The vote to amend the motion passed with 10 in favor and one opposition. Voting in favor: President Vanicek, Vice President Hrbacek, Chief Financial Officer Mikeska, Controller Vajdak, Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Davis, Director Vahalik, and Director House. Voting in opposition: Director Stavinoha. The vote on the amended motion passed with 10 in favor and one opposition. Voting in favor: President Vanicek, Vice President Hrbacek, Chief Financial Officer Mikeska, Controller Vajdak, Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Davis, Director Vahalik, and Director House. Voting in opposition: Director Stavinoha.
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The motion to freeze employee raises for 2021 passed with eight in favor and three oppositions. Voting in favor: President Vanicek, Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Davis, Director Stavinoha, Director Vahalik, and Director House. Voting in opposition: Vice President Hrbacek, Chief Financial Officer Mikeska, and Controller Vajdak. Controller Vajdak moved to amend the motion of not paying employees a bonus for 2020 to pay a bonus of $250 to each employee. The vote to amend the motion passed with nine in favor and two oppositions. Voting in favor: President Vanicek, Vice President Hrbacek, Chief Financial Officer Mikeska, Controller Vajdak, Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Vahalik, and Director House. Voting in opposition: Director Davis, and Director Stavinoha. Vote on the amended motion passed with nine in favor and two oppositions. Voting in favor: President Vanicek, Vice President Hrbacek, Chief Financial Officer Mikeska, Controller Vajdak, Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Vahalik, and Director House. Voting in opposition: Director Davis and Director Stavinoha. (Supreme Lodge Officers and Editor/Director of Communication do not receive any bonus.) ELECTION OF SUPREME LODGE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR The Supreme Lodge took up the matter of electing a chairman for 2021, President Vanicek presided over the election. The floor was opened for nominations, and Director Davis nominated Donnie Victorick. Director Pospisil nominated John Engelke. Mr. Victorick declined the nomination for Supreme Lodge Chairman. President Vanicek called for nominations three times, and there were no other nominations. Controller Vajdak moved to nominate John Engelke, seconded by Director Davis, and the motion carried unanimously. Director John Engelke was elected Supreme Lodge Chairman. The election of vice chair was taken up. President Vanicek opened the floor for nominations, and Director Davis nominated Donnie Victorick. President Vanicek called for other nominations three times, and there were no other nominations. Director House moved that nominations cease, and Donnie Victorick be elected by acclamation. Director Vahalik seconded the motion, which carried unanimously, and Donnie Victorick was elected Supreme Lodge Vice Chairman. Director Victorick moved that Director Stavinoha be the chairman of the 2020 Audit Committee, seconded by Director Pospisil, and the motion carried unanimously. The internal audit committee for 2021 was named. They are Director Stavinoha, Chairman; Director Pospisil; and Director Victorick. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, President Vanicek moved for adjournment. Director Davis seconded the motion, and the motion to adjourn carried unanimously.
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Chairman Engelke adjourned the meeting at 5:30 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Supreme Lodge will begin at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, and continue through January 20, 2021. Janie Coakley, Recording Secretary Leonard Mikeska, Chief Financial Officer —SPJST—
DISTRICT DIRECTORS’ REPORTS District One Director Donnie Victorick Activity Report July - Weldon Galler funeral in Waco. August - Lodge 9, Snook meeting; Larry W. Pflughaupt visitation. September - Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club meeting and awards presentation; Lodge 9, Snook meeting; Helen Hegwood rosary in Houston; Helen Hegwood funeral in Houston; Lodge 17, New Tabor meeting and presentation of scholarships to Macy Narro and Tabor Dowell; Burleson County Fair Parade driving District One King Caleb See and District One Queen Macy Narro; surprise celebration for retiring District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky at Lodge 47, Seaton; Burleson County Fair Youth Auction. October - Cooked burgers for Lodge 17, New Tabor youth and parents at Camp Kubena Funday; meeting with Vice President Richard Hrbacek in Temple; Czech heritage presentation for Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club; Lodge 9, Snook meeting; SPJST Fraternal Focus webinar; Supreme Lodge Member Orientation; Supreme Lodge meeting in Temple. Commentary We have many challenges which we are facing. Today, we are at a crossroad of where does SPJST go from here. It is up to us as directors and officers to make sure all decisions are made in the best interest of SPJST to preserve our future. It is our fiduciary responsibility to see to it that we continue on the path of a fraternal organization. This is what our charter dictates, and we cannot deviate from that course. Over the last several years, we have gone away from that fraternal mission and have been only concentrating on being an insurance company alone. We are continuously writing certificates to individuals without encouraging them to become active in our local lodges. Our lodge system is beginning to fail because of this. Most of our agents are only insurance agents and are not actively involved in their local lodge. Our Regional General Agents (RGAs) are usually the leading agents in sales for the district when their job is to lead other agents to be active and productive. We have even told them they do not have to go to lodge meetings to get to know the members. Our Home Office is distant from the membership except for Brian and Melanie.
VĚSTNÍK We cannot continue on this same path, and it is up to us to make changes and decide what we want our organization to be. We have great potential and a bright future if we do things the right way. We must put aside petty jealousies and thoughts and have our business hats on. We cannot let personalities, attitudes, likes and dislikes, and selfishness get in the way. We must be transparent to our membership and not do things which are a detriment to SPJST. We must start making decisions to put us into the 21st century where we are lagging behind. We must think progressively and admit that we do not have the answers to all our issues, and we must seek help for solutions. I ask that we come together as a united team and not criticize one another. We must be strong and willing to make tough decisions no matter what the consequences. We need to rethink the purpose of the entire organization and put us where we will be a leader of fraternals and not a follower. We can only be strong when we are united. As the old saying goes, “A chain is only as strong as its weakest link.” We don’t need to have any weak links. Bobby Knight once said, “Successful people make a habit of doing things failures don’t like to do.” John Wooden defined success as “peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming.” We must be a success, and the future of this organization lies in our hands. Let’s all be ready to meet the challenge together. “United we stand, divided we fall.” Opportunities exist; let’s take advantage of them. Requests for our Vice President: 1. Make yourself known to the membership by visiting lodges and using virtual meetings. 2. Develop a uniform agent education program to be used throughout the entire state. 3. Develop and educate our Regional General Agents (RGAs) to be teachers to educate the agents using the same education process for all. 4. Conduct agent education sessions and seminars regularly, preferably virtual and in the evenings where all can participate. 5. Require RGAs to contact - by phone or in person - agents who do not attend the education classes or are not producing. 6. Require RGAs to regularly attend lodge meetings in their districts. 7. Require RGAs to attend various functions where SPJST is involved and make their presence known. 8. Require sales agents to attend their local lodge meeting at least twice a year. 9. Work with the Fraternal Department to promote the organization. 10. Educate the agents on the purpose of SPJST and bring the Home Office closer to the membership, which at this time is distant. 11. Develop a form to complete which is not an application but a fact-finding for clients who are questionable about being insurable. 12. If we are going to hire RGAs who know nothing about SPJST, have a special education program just for them.
13. Require RGAs to concentrate on getting agents to be productive and not spend so much time selling themselves. 14. We must have a combination of full time and part time agents working for us, but a uniform education program should apply to all regardless of status. 15. Concentrate on quality and not quantity. Fraternally, Donnie Victorick, FICF, CFFM District One Director •••
District Two Director Jesse Pospisil Activity Report July - Phone conference call for officer and director election; delegates’ webinar; Supreme Lodge meeting; webinar with vice president candidates; Lodge 47, Seaton barbecue cook-off. August - Met with president of Lodge 20, Granger to complete loan application; deliver Lodge 20, Granger loan application to Home Office; visitation for Martha Zavodny, Melanie’s mother; webinar for vice president candidates; Lodge 80, Holland meeting; funeral service for Larry W. Pflughaupt. September - Retirement party for Patsy Koslovsky Commentary I would like to thank everyone for the information at this meeting. I want to welcome Vice President Rick Hrbacek, District Six Director Annie Vahalik, and District Seven Director Regina House to the Supreme Lodge. Last, but not least, I want to let Supreme Lodge Chairman/District Three Director John Engelke know that he did a good job during this meeting. I also want to wish Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny a very happy birthday tomorrow. Fraternally, Jesse Pospisil District Two Director •••
District Three Director John Engelke Activity Report July - Supreme Lodge conference call; audit committee meeting (video conference); Supreme Lodge meeting (video conference); Lodge 6, Cottonwood meeting; Fraternal Focus webinar; Equisoft webinars; Weldon Galler funeral service in Robinson. August - Martha Zavodny visitation in Temple; Larry W. Pflughaupt funeral service in Houston. September - Fraternal Focus webinar; Patsy Koslovsky surprise party at Lodge 47, Seaton; Lodge 66, Waco meeting.
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October - Lodge 180, Burleson meeting; Fraternal Focus webinar; Supreme Lodge orientation meeting; Supreme Lodge meeting in Temple. Commentary Thank you to all officers and board members for coming together for our fourth quarter board meeting in person. I feel we covered a lot of ground in two days with all the information presented by our members and guests. I wish everyone good health and holidays til our next meeting. Fraternally, John Engelke District Three Director/ Supreme Lodge Chairman •••
District Four Director Bobby Davis Activity Report July - SPJST conference calls; Fraternal Focus webinar; District Four delegates’ meeting in Rowena. August - Lodge 49, Rowena meeting; Fraternal Focus webinar; Home Office visit. September - Lodge 229, Abilene meeting; setup and worked booth at West Texas Fair and Rodeo in Abilene; Lodge 230, Midland meeting; webinar for SPJST election results; SPJST conference call. Commentary I would like to say congratulations to Vice President Richard Hrbacek, District Six Director Annie Vahalik, and District Seven Director Regina House. We are going to have to look at all frateral expenses and do some cutting. We need to cross-train all employees. We need to change some comp plans. We need new training with agents, even if it takes one-onone training. We need to get the agents involved in the lodges or do community projects in the name of SPJST. None of this will happen - not unless it starts at the top. We will be going to our strategic planning meeting next month. This is our future. We need to take time now and start planning. Thank you. Fraternally, Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM District Four Director •••
District Five Director Bradley Stavinoha Activity Report July - Supreme Lodge conference call; BKD audit meeting; District Five sales agent virtual meeting; audit committee meeting with Brian and Leonard; Supreme Lodge meeting; webinar for delegates; Equisoft webinar.
August - Webinar for delegates; Lodge 81, Needville meeting; Lodge 88, Houston meeting; Dr. Williams webinar on insurance marketing; Larry W. Pflughaupt’s funeral. September - Sales agents’ meeting with RGA Delisle Doherty; Helen Hegwood’s funeral; webinar for delegates; Lodge 81, Needville youth fundraiser garage sale; Lodge 81, Needville meeting; ILS investment meeting; Supreme Lodge conference call. October - SPJST webinar; SPJST training; Lodge 81, Needville polka fundraiser; Lodge 81, Needville meeting; Supreme Lodge meeting. Commentary The Supreme Lodge has a good business plan in place. We can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Investment returns are up. We have a good group at the Supreme Lodge with the three new members. I see the Supreme Lodge accomplishing great things moving forward and keeping SPJST relevant for many more years. Sister Regina and Sister Annie bring a lot to the table for the Supreme Lodge. During this pandemic, expenses are way down in many areas of operation. I have been named chair of the audit committee for 2021 again. We have an upcoming planning meeting in November. BKD has given us great information on our operational study. We hope to implement these recommendations soon. I am looking forward to seeing all District Five lodges at annual Christmas parties if they choose to have one. Fraternally, Bradley Stavinoha District Five Director •••
District Six Director Annie Vahalik Activity Report October - Fraternal Focus webinar; met with District Six RGA Carolina Covarrubia; director orientation virtual meetings; Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange; phone call orientation with past District Six Director Karen Kaspar; Supreme Lodge meeting in Temple.
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Commentary I really appreciated the warm welcome, guidance, and assistance from the Home Office staff and Supreme Lodge members. This has been a good meeting and I have learned a lot about the inner workings of our great society. The director’s binder is a wonderful resource. All of the reports, presentations, and discussions were interesting and informative. Congratulations to our Supreme Lodge Chairman John Engelke and Supreme Lodge Vice Chairman Donnie Victorick. We have many decisions and much to do to keep our roots growing in SPJST. I am impressed by the commitment and passion the Supreme Lodge has for SPJST, and I am ready to represent District Six and work with everyone to achieve our goals. Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Six Director •••
District Seven Director Regina House Activity Report: September - Meeting in El Campo with ILS Investors Group. October - Participated in Fraternal Focus webinar: directors’ training webinar; Supreme Lodge meeting at the Home Office. Commentary: I want to thank everyone on the Supreme Lodge and at the Home Office for making the transition to District Seven Director such an easy one. I am truly looking forward to working with everyone! I have a firm belief in the ideals of SPJST, and I want to work very hard for District Seven. I also want to thank Bob Bayer for all that he has done for our district. Fraternally, Regina House District Seven Director —SPJST—
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From the Insurance Department
From the Controller
SPJST Insurance update
SPJST Financial Statement as of June 30, 2020
Through October: 619 Certificates Issued
SPJST Records Referrals Through the end of October, the following individuals contributed: 139 referrals.
Lodge 0 0 0 25 25 25 25 29 29 47 47 47 47 54 80 87 154 177 185 246 246 246
Name
Referrals
Maria De La Cruz Holly Knecht Danny Walden Marlene Clark Rose Dlabaj Laure Krajca Betty Macalik Helmer Dahl Richard Delancey, Jr. Rhonda Greger Terry Malina Dorothy Stuchly Lynette Talasek Jacob Kaluza Carol Wolf Sharon Ingram Nikolas Noble Janie Coakley Ryan Brown Tamara Gettys Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 48 2 1 3 3 25 1 2 1 18 5 20
SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through October MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS
FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND ANNUALIZED PREMIUM Dist. Apps. Written Certs. Issued Annualized Prem. 1 6 $177,905.00 11 $297,905.00 $7,391.52 2 5 80,000.00 2 35,000.00 851.16 3 27 722,000.00 22 683,335.00 13,080.40 4 14 738,138.00 14 978,138.00 7,092.36 5 21 1,200,000.00 22 860,000.00 2,876.69 6 9 267,500.00 5 197,500.00 2,281.79 7 20 760,362.00 15 520,362.00 6,297.84 9 0 0.00 0 0.00 0.00 Totals 102 $3,945,905.00 91 $3,572,240.00 $39,871.76 YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND ANNUALIZED PREMIUM Dist. Apps. Written Certs. Issued Annualized Prem. 1 77 $4,047,194.00 64 $2,383,194.00 96,143.26 2 67 1,650,860.00 56 1,185,000.00 39,163.19 3 93 3,389,464.00 78 2,515,772.00 96,296.23 4 130 9,894,759.00 105 7,378,003.00 121,751.45 5 149 15,979,032.00 138 11,262,141.00 66,635.40 6 90 5,237,115.00 75 3,548,384.00 62,360.03 7 120 5,798,289.00 103 3,631,837.00 74,258.15 9 0 0.00 0 0.00 0.00 Totals 726 $45,996,713.00 619 $31,904,331.00 $556,607.71
Dear Members, In accordance with the 2016 SPJST By-Laws, I am submitting a report of our Society which is extracted from the Annual Statement for the period ending June 30, 2020. This report gives you pertinent items of information concerning our Society. All items are entered as found in the Annual Statement which was filed with the
Texas Department of Insurance in August 2020. Please review this report in detail and should you have any questions, please contact me.
Fraternally, Roy W. Vajdak Controller —SPJST—
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL CONDITION ASSETS Bonds.......................................................................................... $218,810,271 Mortgage Loans.......................................................................... 8,767,617 Real Estate: Properties occupied by the Society ..................................... 2,020,427 Properties held for the production of income....................... 3,168,420 Properties held for sale ........................................................ 74,872 Certificate Loans......................................................................... 1,667,748 Cash ........................................................................................... 5,345,878 Other Assets ............................................................................... 3,513,423 TOTALS ............................................................................... $243,368,656 LIABILITIES AND RESERVES Certificate Reserves ................................................................... $215,410,072 Liability for Deposit-type Contracts ............................................ 6,697,488 Certificate Benefits Payable ....................................................... 1,002,166 Premiums Received In Advance ................................................ 80,289 Interest Maintenance Reserve …….................…..........……….. 1,940,190 Asset Valuation Reserve ……………………....…..........……….. 1,328,972 Other Accrued Liabilities ............................................................. 1,108,464 TOTALS .............................................................................. $227,567,641 Unassigned Funds......................................................................
15,801,015
TOTALS ............................................................................... $243,368,656 STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS INCOME
6/30/20
Insurance and Annuity Premiums ..............................................
$ 6,030,053
Net Investment Income...............................................................
4,508,145
Amortization of Interest Maintenance Reserve ..........................
213,542
Commissions and Expense Allowance ......................................
168
Net Realized Capital Gains or (Losses) .....................................
(276,612)
Miscellaneous Income ................................................................
30,067
TOTALS ...............................................................................
$10,505,363
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DISTRIBUTION OF INCOME Life and Annuity Benefits ............................................................ Refunds to Members .................................................................. Additions to Reserves................................................................. Operating Expenses ...................................................................
$8,534,747 (210) (208,244) 2,762,523
TOTALS ...............................................................................
11,088,816
NET INCOME.......................................................................
($583,453)
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN CERTIFICATE HOLDERS’ SURPLUS 6/30/20
SPJST Lodge Section The deadline for all Věstník items is 5 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month. Send your news and photos directly to:
/// Questions? Call 800-727-7578
Balance, Beginning..................................................................... Net Income.................................................................................. Change in Unrealized Capital Gains or (Losses) ....................... Change in Asset Valuation Reserve ........................................... Miscellaneous Changes..............................................................
$16,271,872 (583,453) (357,247) 421,801 48,042
Lodge 8, Weimar cancels meeting, Christmas party
BALANCE, ENDING ..................................................................
$15,801,015
The November meeting and Christmas party for members of Lodge 8, Weimar has been canceled. We wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a healthy and happy 2021. May God bless everybody. Carolyn M. Tobola Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST—
—SPJST—
A琀ention SPJST High School Seniors and Co氀ege Undergraduates: SPJST Scholarship Applications Available September 2020 Through January 2021
Please Note: Applications and all required information must be submitted to the Fraternal Department by February 1, 2021. To receive a General Scholarship Application and *Leadership Grant Application, please call the SPJST Home Office Fraternal Department at 800.727.7578 or 254.773.1575 or download an application at www.spjst.org. *Must be an active SPJST Youth Club member to apply for the Leadership Grant.
Lodge 24, Cyclone expresses appreciation Lodge 24, Cyclone is thrilled with the members who prepared the food and worked on the two assembly lines to fill the plates at the barbecue chicken fundraiser dinner on Sunday, October 25, 2020. Also, we are in debt to the many customers who filled our parking lot to purchase the plates. Salute! For the lodge, Bobby Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—
SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
Email: vestnik@spjst.org
Lodge 25, Ennis now taking orders for apple strudels Dear Members and Friends, Lodge 25, Ennis is now taking orders for its annual SPJST Lodge 25 Apple Strudel Bake Sale. You can place your order by calling Margaret at 972-8786149; sending an email to spjstennis@yahoo.com; or by sending a message to the SPJST Lodge 25 Facebook page. Strudels are $17 each. Please be ready to answer all questions when placing an order: 1. Do you want to pick up the strudel(s) on November 25 (8 a.m. to 12 noon) or December 23 (12 noon to 5 p.m.)? 2. How many strudels? 3. Do you want your strudel baked or unbaked? 4. Customize - Do you want traditional with everything, or do you want to request “no coconut,” “no raisins,” or “no pecans”? If you cannot pick up on November 25 or December 23, and you would like to pick up your frozen strudel, we will try our best to arrange a pick up time for you. We look forward to hearing from you! Fraternally, Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST—
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On Sunday, October 25, 2020, District One held its fall fun day at Lodge 17, New Tabor Hall. The afternoon was filled with trunk-or-treating, a costume contest, bingo, Christmas ornament contest, and a delicious meal. Thank you, Lodge 17, New Tabor, for hosting a wonderful afternoon. It
was a nice day of fellowship and fun! Thank you to everyone who set up a trunk for our trunk-or-treat! The kids loved it!
LEFT: Betty Suehs (17) plays bingo! SECOND PHOTO: Kitchen helpers serve the meal. It was delicious! THIRD PHOTO: State Fraternal Director
Frank Horak, left, and District One President Randy Gaas (17) call bingo. RIGHT PHOTOS: Trunk-or-treat.
—Submitted by Holly Narro, Assistant District One Youth Counselor
Costume contest participants. LEFT PHOTO: Ages seven and under. SECOND PHOTO: Ages eight and over. THIRD PHOTO: Costume contest winners.
Christmas ornament contest winners LEFT PHOTO: Ages 5 to 8 - 1st - Bailen Ko- 12 to 14 - 1st - Ashlyn Kellum (17), 2nd - Maylee Dowell (17), 3rd - Ciarra Coker (186). curek (17), 2nd - Marley Kocurek (17), 3rd - Millison Dowell (17). SECOND PHOTO: FOURTH PHOTO: Age 15 to high school senior - 1st - Macy Narro (17), 2nd - Keith Ages 9 to 11 - 1st - Patsy Pineda (186), 2nd - Abby Lopez (17). THIRD PHOTO: Ages Ramon (186), 3rd - Jessie Enrique (186). RIGHT PHOTO: First place winners.
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Lodge 28 East Bernard meets Dec. 13 Dear Readers, Members of Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard met Saturday, September 26, 2020. Planning for the December 13 quarterly meeting was discussed. We will be presenting 50-year and 75year membership pins. The meal, social and Christmas party were also planned. Officers will be elected, and annual donations will be selected. The next quarterly meeting will be Sunday, December 13 at 12 noon. Fraternally, Helen Kelner Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 29, Taylor meets Nov. 11 The next meeting of Lodge 29, Taylor will be Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at 6:30 p.m. Fraternally submitted, Linda Pospisil Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton plans Dec. 13 Christmas party Dear Vestnik Readers, The Sunday, November 1, 2020, meeting of Lodge 47, Seaton was called to order at 2 p.m. by President Edwin Pe-
chal. Flags were presented with the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call of officers showed all officers present except Vice President Brandon Bartek and board member Joan Shelton. Members stood for a moment of silence in memory of deceased members Laverne Vanicek, Ace Chlapek, and friend Butch Keith. Welcomed to the meeting was District Two Director Jesse Pospisil. New member accepted was Khirique Roberts. Welcome! The October minutes were approved as read by Secretary Patsy Koslovsky along with the unofficial October board minutes. President Pechal thanked member James Sladecek for the barbecue wood that he donated. Thank you, James! Fraternal Activities Coordinator Ginger Ringwald gave the report she had received from the Home Office: Fraternal Focus Webinar is Tuesday, No-
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vember 10, adult virtual Christmas ornament contest deadline is November 15, 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive, and details on staying safe during COVID19. Members or anyone interested, we are asking for help with the fashion bingo which will be Sunday, February 21, 2021. Please contact any of the ladies at Lodge 47. Treasurer Becky Zavodny gave the lodge’s financial report. Youth Leader Amber Bartek stated the 25 members present were working on their charity project, “Food Against Hunger.” What an awesome way to be sure kids are not left hungry. Amber Bartek was chosen as the Lodge 47 Fraternalist of the Year. Amber is very well deserving of this honor. She is a fantastic youth leader who attends all events - youth and adult - and is volunteering to be the hall/booking manager. Congratulations for all you do,
LEFT PHOTO: Party prizes and goodie bags. Staff also enjoyed pizza, provided by President Brian Vanicek, during the noon luncheon. SECOND PHOTO: “Nurse” Sandra Dubcak gives “Virus” Tammy Martinez a
vaccine. THIRD PHOTO: Socially distanced staff cheer on game participants. RIGHT PHOTO: In back, the “East Bell County Coronabusters” fight the coronavirus, front, while “Jerry Haisler” plays the accordion.
LEFT PHOTO: Pumpkin decorating participants, are left to right, Lynette Talasek, Ruth Hanusch, Brian Vanicek, Maria De La Cruz, Tammy Martinez, and Brooke Hoelscher. RIGHT PHOTO: Costume contest participants, from
left, are Ruth Hanusch, Frank Horak, Maria De La Cruz, Virginia Longoria, Terry Malina, Tammy Martinez, Lynette Talasek, Jennifer Jones, Sandra Dubcak, Melanie Zavodny, and Brooke Hoelscher.
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Amber, and a big thank you! New business began with the election of the 2021 Lodge 47 officers. They are: President Edwin Pechal Vice President Brandon Bartek FAC/Parliamentarian Ginger Ringwald Secretary/Reporter Patsy Koslovsky Treasurer Becky Zavodny Youth Leader Amber Bartek Board members joining the officers are Tammy Martinez, Chris Ordogne, Emily Ordogne, Roy Ringwald, Danny Stepan, and Edwin Vasicek. Thank you, Joan Shelton, for serving on the board in 2020. We will miss you! Christmas Party—December 13 The lodge will have its annual Christmas party on Sunday, December 13 for all members, beginning at 3 p.m., with a memorial service remembering members who have passed away in 2020, followed by a youth program, and a ceremony honoring the lodge’s 50- and 75-year members. An invitation will be mailed out to the family of deceased members and the 50- and 75-year members. A potluck dinner, introduction of officers, and door prizes will complete the afternoon. Members are asked to bring a dish and/or dessert for the meal. We look forward to seeing all members. Happy November birthdays to Judy Pechal, Shannon White, Braxton White, Brayton White, Edwin Marek, Tessa
VĚSTNÍK Koslovsky, Thomas Dellamarco, Edward Mares, Leroy Hanusch, Zoe Talasek, Hannah Hinkley, Donnie Marek, and Eldon Skrabanek. We wish you a year of great happiness and good health. Happy anniversary to Edwin and Nelda Marek celebrating 65 years of marriage, Nancy and Otis Meier - 52 years, David and Tammy Pechal - 31 years, Emily and Chris Ordogne - 10 years, Sabrina and Jason Young - 12 years, and Danny and Barbara Stepan one year. Congratulations to all of you! Thank you, Jesse, for bringing door prizes which were won by Edwin Pechal, Tristan Martinez, Emily Ordogne, and Nancy Meier. Lodge door prizes were won by Patsy Koslovsky, Roy Ringwald, and Tom Williams. Next Meeting—December 6 The December lodge meeting will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 6. New Year’s Eve Dance Please make plans to attend Star Hall’s New Year’s Eve Dance with music by Billy Holt. Tickets are $25 per couple, $15 for singles, and free of charge for kids ages 12 and under. May you each have a blessed Thanksgiving surrounded by family and friends! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 38, Kovar youth celebrates birthday
Happy birthday to Lodge 38, Kovar member Ethan Holder! He celebrated his ninth birthday recently with his family and friends. Ethan is pictured with his Grany Dorothy
Lastovica and his uncle Allen Lastovica. They are all members of Lodge 38, Kovar. —Submitted by Dorothy Lastovica
SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria remembers
Michael Kocian Ahlstrom January 5, 1945 - November 15, 2018
SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria remembers and expresses its gratitude and appreciation for the late Michael K. Ahlstrom. Brother Ahlstrom’s dedication and leadership to Lodge 32 was unsurpassed, and his contributions and memory will forever be ingrained within the lodge. SPJST Honorary District Six Director Michael “Mike” Kocian Ahlstrom, a 45year member of Lodge 32, Victoria, served as District Six Director from 2001 to 2012. He was Supreme Lodge Vice Chairman from 2005 to 2012. He was the founder of the District Six Cemetery Organization. Brother Ahlstrom was a member of the SPJST By-Law Committee from 1992 to 2000 and served as vice chairman from 1992 to 1996 and chairman from 1996 to 2000. He also served as president of Lodge 32, Victoria for several years.
May God continue to watch over and bless Mike’s wife Kathy and their family.
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Lodge 80, Holland sets Dec. 1 annual meeting SPJST Lodge 80, Holland will meet Tuesday, December 1, 2020, at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall for the annual meeting. Financial statements, correspondence, and other updates will be discussed. It was voted unanimously at the last meeting that all officers and board members would continue to serve in the same capacity for 2021. This will be a “holiday” meeting so members are asked to bring a canned food item, especially meat, and a variety of cereal for the food pantry at Holland First Baptist Church. Light refreshments will be served, and special door prizes will be awarded to lucky members. We are still observing COVID-19 protocol so we ask members to wear masks. Hand sanitizer will be available. We hope you can join us for safe distance socializing after the meeting. Fraternally, Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—
Lodge 81, Needville meets Nov. 15 For the next Lodge 81, Needville meeting on Sunday, November 15, 2020, we will have pizza. Members, please bring prepackaged, individually wrapped desserts. See you at the next meeting! Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas meets Nov. 15 The next meeting of Lodge 84, Dallas will be at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2020, at the home of Charles and Kathy Nemec, 10707 Webster Terrace Dallas, Texas. Call 214-351-4214 for directions. We will be having a svačina so please bring something to share if you plan to attend. Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas to host Dec. 6 Christmas party Dear Readers, SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas will be hosting a Christmas party for its members to celebrate the holiday season! Plans are being finalized for members to gather for some great food, fun, and fellowship. The party will be held on Sunday, December 6, 2020, at Sokol - Dallas, located at 7448 Greenville Avenue in Dallas, Texas 75231. Schedule for the day is: 11:30 a.m. - doors open 12 noon to 1 p.m. - social hour 1:30 to 3 p.m. - Free catered lunch 3 to 5 p.m. - Bingo and afternoon fellowship All members are asked to bring a dessert to share. Additionally, there will be a canned good drive for the local food bank. Please be generous by bringing unexpired canned goods to donate. (No dented
Lodge 25, Ennis hosts Czech meal fundraiser Lodge 25, Ennis held a Czech meal fundraiser on Saturday, October 24, 2020. Selling more than 300 barbecue plates, the benefit was a success with everyone enjoying music by the The Legend Oaks Band. It was good to see so many come out to support our lodge. A special treat for me was to see two of
our past SPJST State Queens - sisters April (2017) and Misty Dvorak (2019)! Fraternally yours, Rita Holland, Youth Leader —SPJST—
TOP LEFT PHOTO: Legend Oaks Band. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 25, Rita with 2019 SPJST State Queen Misty Dvorak and 2017 SPJST State Queen April Dvorak. LEFT PHOTO: On accordion is Tony Vitovsky, past president of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. RIGHT PHOTO: Charlie Patak, guitarist and past president of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis.
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Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes new member Sales Agent Margaret Krajca and Lodge 25, Ennis members are happy to welcome new member Henry Alexander Walker. Baby Henry is the son of Raychel (Clark) and Austin Walker of Houston. He was born on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, and weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces and was 22.4 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Marlene (Krajca) and the late Stephan Clark; great-grandparents Margaret Krajca and the late Johnnie I. Krajca; and the late C.B. and Naomi Clark. Paternal grandparents are Pat and Sandy Walker; great-grandparents Peter and Judith Slot; Richard and Denise Bennett; and John H. Walker and the late Mary Jo Walker. Henry comes from a long line of SPJST heritage. His great-greatgreat-grandparents Francis (Holub) and Hynek Zissa of Shiner were charter members of SPJST. In addition, Henry is a fifth generation SPJST member through the Martinek side of the family. Annie and Joe Martinek were active members of Lodge 25 their entire lives as well as his great-grandparents, Margaret (Martinek) and Johnnie I. Krajca. Henry’s mother, Raychel, reigned as 2006 SPJST State Queen and is looking forward to Henry participating in SPJST youth activities. —SPJST—
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cans, please.) Safety protocols will be in place so remember to wear your face mask. As an added precaution, your temperature will be taken upon entrance, and hand sanitizer will be available. All members a re requested to RSVP to either Lynda Novak at 972-948-4456 or Vicki Sims at 214-763-0341 no later than Tuesday, December 1. A good time is sure to be had by all so mark your calendars and plan to come and enjoy the day! Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 79 Corpus Christi recognizes youth leaders Lodge 79, Corpus Christi enjoyed a catered meal of finger foods. We celebrated Czech Heritage Month by serving strudels and poppy seed cake. The meeting was called to order on Sunday, October 18, 2020, by President Mark Rebecek at 1:15 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. All officers were present, and we had 22 members and guests in attendance. Secretary Virginia Rebecek read the September meeting minutes, and they were approved. Treasurer Larry Elzner gave the financial report, and it was approved. Under communications, there was a transfer to our lodge. It was approved. The fraternal report was presented by Vice President/FAC Jerry Sijansky. He asked all to start turning in their fraternal acts. Under new business Judy Majek made a motion to give our monthly donation to the Purple Door. The motion, seconded by Becky Urbanovsky, was approved. Youth Leader Marcia Rew presented the youth club report. Eight members and guests were in attendance. The youth made marshmallow and pretzel creations. Youth Leader Rew presented Jacob Rebecek and Annie Urbanovsky participation certificates for entering the camp tee-shirt design contest. Youth Leader Marcia Rew and Assistant Youth Leader Christina Rew were
VĚSTNÍK presented certificates for their years of service. Marcia has five years of service, and Christina has two years. Thank you both for all your work with the youth! Birthdays for October were Luke Garcia on the 8th, Laura Rebecek on the 15th, and Judy Majek on the 31st. “Happy Birthday” was sung to these members. Door prizes were won by Luke Garcia and Kelly Craig. Sarah Urbanovsky won the $100 special door prize. Kelly Craig made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Christina Rew. The meeting adjourned at 1:50 p.m. Next Meeting—November 15 The next meeting will be Sunday, November 15 with a catered meal of turkey and trimmings. We will be celebrating Thanksgiving and honoring our Veterans. The meal will start at 1 p.m., and the meeting is at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Virginia Rebecek, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston meets Monday, Nov. 16 Dear Members, Lodge 88, Houston will resume its regular monthly meeting on Monday, November 16, 2020, at 7 p.m. No meal will be served prior to the meeting. I hope to see everyone in November. Fraternally, Janice Jahns, President —SPJST—
Lodge 142, Houston to meet in person on Nov. 15 Lodge 142, Houston hosted a teleconference call for its Sunday, October 18, 2020, meeting at 2 p.m. President Dennis Hermis called the
monthly meeting to order at 2 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Flag Bearer Zac Coleman. A total of 23 members were on the call. All officers were present except Sales Agents Catherine Manchack, Stacey Kellen, Connie Carter, Carlos Iparragurrie, and Alexis Scott. Secretary Elizabeth Hermis read the September lodge minutes. Minutes were approved as read. Financial Secretary/Treasurer Keith Kieschnick read the September financials. All were approved as read. Youth Leader Amanda Muzny reported four youth members and Assistant Youth Leader Kyle Herrington present at their October 25 Zoom meeting. Discussed topics included SPJST movie night on November 7, and Operation Christmas Child assignments were given. The gift boxes will be filled and wrapped when the youth meet together at the November 15 lodge meeting. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Pat Schleider reported on domino and tarok
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi recognizes members
LEFT PHOTO: Youth Leader Marcia Rew presented leaders and assistant youth leaders. Marcia has five youths Jacob Rebecek and Annie Urbanovsky certif- years of service, and Christina has two years of servicates of participation for the camp tee-shirt contest. ice. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth Sarah Urbanovsky won the CENTER PHOTO: Youth Leader Marcia Rew, left, and $100 special drawing at the October 2020 meeting. Christina Rew received service certificates as youth —Submitted by Virginia Rebecek, Secretary LEFT PHOTO: Larry Elzner celebrated his birthday on September 2. Happy birthday, Larry!
RIGHT PHOTO: Birthday celebrants for October were, left to right, Laura Rebecek on the 15th, Luke Garcia on the 8th, and Judy Majek on the 31st.
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tournaments. Also on reports from the Supreme Lodge. Our new members/insurance are Calvin Dodd and Marisol Dodd - Sales Agent Kerry Herrington; Taylor Batiste and Mary Batiste - Sales Agent Alexis Scott; and Patricia Gray - Sales Agent Connie Carter. Welcome to our lodge! Death claims and terminations were read. New business included discussing our next lodge meeting will be an in-person meeting at Lodge 88, Houston on Sunday, November 15 at 2 p.m. Refreshments and lunch served at 1 p.m. Birthdays for October are Embry Butera - eight years on October 17 and Jean Herrington - 82 years on October 3. Anniversary is Chris and Callye Schleider - two years on October 27. Congratulations! The meeting adjourned at 2:40 p.m.
Lodge 160 San Angelo meets Nov. 18
Next Meeting—November 15 Our next meeting will be held in person at Lodge 88, Houston on Sunday, November 15, beginning at 2 p.m. with a lunch and refreshments served at 1 p.m. pm. We shall all be required to wear masks and sanitizer. Social distancing. I hope to see everyone there! As a reminder . . . our December meeting will be held on the second Sunday - December 13 at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Elizabeth Hermis, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 187 Round Rock meets Dec. 13
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo will hold its quarterly meeting on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place at the home of Sandra and Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview in San Angelo. Note the change of meeting location from previous meetings. Please RSVP to Sandra at 325-234-1339 if you plan to attend. We hope you will be able to join us! Fraternally, Sandra Jansa, President —SPJST—
The next gathering of Lodge 187, Round Rock will be Sunday, December 13, 2020. Please bring a dessert and a $10 to $15 gift for the exchange. We will have our Christmas/holiday fajita dinner. Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy Reporter/Youth Coordinator —SPJST—
Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy gives to Taylor hall (senior citizens center) Lodge 200, BrucevilleEddy President James R. Hosch presents a donation to Taylor Hall senior citizens center for its upcoming fundraiser and Thanksgiving meal. Accepting the lodge’s donation are Joyce McGlothlin, left, and Vivian Dolezel.
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Czech kroji passed to next generation of youth Beseda dancers SPJST sends a special thanks to Betty Dobesh of Lodge 88, Houston. Betty sent a box of beautiful Czech kroj along with this note: “Here are the Czech kroj that (late husband) Gene and I had made by Maggie from West - two skirts; three vests; three blouses; apron; overlay; and a shirt. I hope these can be useful for SPJST kids who are still dancing. “When the late Tillie Helmcamp was youth director at Lodge 88, Houston, we were more than happy to assist her in
bringing Lodge 88’s youth club back into existence regardless of the thoughts of the older generation who felt youths should be seen and not heard. “Our daughter Debra made us proud by representing Lodge 88 in the youth club state competition as 88’s queen and pointed out this very fact. The youth of SPJST are the only way it will continue to prosper and stay true. She stated facts they did not want to hear and adhere to at the time, but are realizing now.” —SPJST—
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Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy elects officers Members of Lodge 200, BrucevilleEddy met for their October meeting. A meal provided by the members was served. After the meal, Acting President James R. Hosch called the meeting to order with members reciting the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence. Next, Michael D. Hosch read minutes from the last meeting followed by Frances McBride reading the treasurer’s report. James R. Hosch read the fraternal report. There was no old business to discuss. Members took a few minutes to remember Lodge 200 President Allen Trigg who passed away in June, telling stories from barbecue, to his love of watching the Rangers play, to his countless acts of service to the community. He will be missed by all who knew him. New Business Michael D. Hosch made a motion to donate to the Bruceville-Eddy Volunteer Fire Department for its fundraiser. Members voted, and the motion passed. District Two Director Jesse Pospisil also matched the donation from his discretionary funds. James R. Hosch made a motion to donate to the Bruceville-Eddy Senior Citizens Center for its upcoming fundraisers. Members voted, and the motion passed. Next order of business was the election of officers. After the election, Director Pospisil installed the officers. The meeting was adjourned. I would like to thank Jesse for attending our meeting. Officers for 2021 are: President/FAC James R. Hosch Vice President/Secretary Michael D. Hosch Treasurer Frances McBride As a reminder, due to the pandemic, we will not be holding a Christmas party this year. We would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season, and we hope to see everyone next year! Next Meeting—February 3 The next meeting will be February 3, 2021. Michael D. Hosch Vice President/Secretary —SPJST—
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Scenes from Ennis Sewing Circle
Several Ennis Sewing Circle members are pictured with next year’s quilt donation for the Junior Sokol, which is a red, white, and blue patriotic design.
Ennis Sewing Circle Ennis Sewing Circle has met only three times since the COVID-19 shutdown earlier this year. Since March 12, 2020, we have met on June 11 with seven members, on September 10 with 10 attendees, and on October 6 with 10 in attendance. Many of our older members are still not comfortable coming out to a group, but our younger members were eager to resume activities. The good news is that we have signed up two new members these past two months. In June, we worked on baby quilts, which allowed us to set up small quilting frames socially distanced around the room. In September, a few quilters distanced around the large frame to start quilting our Christmas raffle quilt, while others worked again on baby quilts. Some of these baby quilts will be donated to the Hope Clinic. Ann Clagett volunteered to finish the Christmas quilt at home. In October, we first stretched Anita Kubin’s quilt, which was pieced by her mother years ago. We then stretched the quilt we are making to donate to the Junior Sokol gymnasts for their fundraiser. Lillie Macalik volunteered to take this quilt home to finish. We still enjoyed our potluck luncheons and realized the benefit of small gatherings is that with less food on the buffet, we don’t eat ourselves into a stupor. After lunch, President Liz Moucka Krajca called the meetings to order with the Pledge of Allegiance. This month, we were sad to report that two of our members passed away within the past few weeks - Bessie Laznovsky and Marie Vrla. We honored their memory with a moment of silence and recited “The Lord’s Prayer” for them and our sick members and family. Secretary Dolores Vrana read the mi-
RIGHT PHOTO: Quilters are socially distanced around the room while working on baby quilts. —Submitted by Liz Moucka Krajca, President
nutes of the last meeting, and Treasurer Anita Kubin reported our finances. Vice President Irene Prachyl read a thank you card we received for our donation to cemetery upkeep in memory of Bessie Laznovsky and Marie Vrla. In November, we plan to work on Maggie Holy’s quilt. We will also have our food drive when members bring canned goods or cash to benefit the needy during this holiday season. Our usual Christmas party in December will include a show-and-tell as we did not meet in July for our traditional white elephant sale and show-and-tell. We do not quilt in December. Irene Prachyl plans to start another beginner’s quilting class in January 2021. We meet at the Sokol Club Room in the morning on the second Thursday of the month. Submitted by, Liz Moucka Krajca, President (reporting in the absence of Reporter Georgie Morales) —SPJST—
In Memoriam In Memory Alfonse Peters Alfonse Raymond Peters, age 82, of Hallettsville, Texas, entered into his eternal reward on October 30, 2020. A loving husband and father, he was born on August 2, 1938, to Raymond and Libbie (Hermis) Peters in Praha, Texas. He married the love of his life, Elizabeth Ann (Joy) Peters, on August 11, 1960, just celebrating 60 years of marriage. Alfonse (Sonny), as he was known by his nieces, nephews, and friends was known for his sense of humor and goodhearted nature. There wasn’t a person in
need who he would not give a helping hand to assist. Sonny was a veteran of the United States Army and enjoyed his membership with Hallettsville Alfonse Peters American Legion Council where he had numerous friends. His pastime hobbies were hunting and fishing with family and friends. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi.
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Resolution of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu, No. 47, Seaton, express our sincere sympathy to the family of our departed brother, ACE CHLAPEK. Services for Ace L. Chlapek, 78, of Temple, Texas, were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 4 at Seaton Brethren Church with Pastor Denise Mikeska and Reverend Tom Popelka officiating. Visitation was held before the service on Wednesday, November 4 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Seaton Brethren Church. Burial immediately followed at Seaton Cemetery. Ace Lloyd Chlapek passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2020. Ace was strong in his faith; he put the Lord first in his life. Daily, he read his Bible and devotionals and believed in Jesus Christ, as his Savior. Ace Lloyd Chlapek was born on November 27, 1941, to Jerry D. and Anna Belle (Bartek) Chlapek in Seaton/Ratibor community. He was born on the family farm, delivered by the family doctor Ace H. Alsup. He attended Lost Prairie School, graduated from Rogers
Monday, November 9, 2020 High School, and furthered his education through Temple Junior College. He continued with his secondary education at the Texas A&M Supervisory Academy. He marAce Chlapek ried his “Honey Bunch,” Nancy Sefcik on November 16, 1963, at Seaton Brethren Church for the longevity of 57 years. Mr. Chlapek began his career with USDA, Bell County ASCS office in 1966. He presided over several counties including Dallas, Bell, and Falls as an executive director. On January 1, 1988, he transferred to Texas State ASCS office in College Station where he served as a district director at-large, production adjustment and agriculture conservation program specialist, and finally as an administrative and contracting officer. He was outstanding in his performance which resulted in numerous awards. In 1992, Mr. Chlapek received the Administrators award in Washington, D.C. for excelling in performing his contracting duties. He aspired to build and manage the pre-need counselors/family service advocates for Young’s Daughters Funeral Home and Bereavement Center in Temple. Ace was a founding member of Evangelical Brethren Church in Temple in which he served as president of the board of elders, a beloved Sunday School teacher, and a member of choir. He transferred to Seaton Brethren Church where he continued his Godly duties as vice president of the board of elders, leading choir member, and of the Men’s Brotherhood. Ace’s leadership continued through his presidency for Seaton Cemetery Association; secretary/ treasurer of RVOS Lodge 5, Seaton; vice president of the Temple lodge Woodmen of the World; and as a lifetime member of the NRA where he served as treasurer of County Friends. He was also a member of Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS). Ace was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. Ace was a selfless man and encouraged everyone to be the best they could be. He spent his days as a loving husband, father, and “papa” to his grandchildren. Always spending time with his family and friends, his infectious smile
and laugh would light up the room. He was known by many for his quick wit and his kind and compassionate spirit. Ace had a passion for farming in which he did everything from tilling on the tractor, mowing the pasture, gardening (with dogs Cocoa and Buttermilk by his side), and never turning down a new project. Some of his other hobbies included hunting, making sausage, barbecuing, sharing ice cream, horseplay with the grandsons, working with children during vacation Bible school and enjoying photography. He also traveled and led numerous tours to the Czech Republic. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother J.D. Chlapek, Jr.; and niece Sandy Chlapek. Survivors include his wife Nancy J. (Sefcik) Chlapek; son Timothy Chlapek; son Paul Chlapek and wife Jennifer; grandsons Taylor Manziel, Josef Chlapek, and Nicolas Chlapek; brother Dwaine Chlapek and wife Brenda, their children Anna Geisenhoff and husband Dave, Greg Chlapek, Matt Chlapek, and wife Jodi, Shawn Preece, and Jeffery Mueller; niece Netta Creech and husband Dennis, Godchildren Mark and Denise Mikeska; and someone he came to know like a daughter Sabrina Young and husband Justin and Godchildren Kayla, Kelsea, Zaydriana, Valora, and Cecilia Young. Resolution Committee Ruth Hanusch Joyce Skrabanek —SPJST—
Resolution of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu, No. 47, Seaton, express our sincere sympathy to the family of our departed sister, LAVERNE VANICEK, of Temple, Texas, who passed away peacefully on October 28, 2020, in a hospice care facility in Dallas with her family at her side. LaVerne unselfishly provided and cared for her family with unwavering strength. A quality we can only hope to have gained and strive to practice as we continue our lives. She will be missed but never forgotten. We have been truly blessed by having her as our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
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LaVerne was born on July 10, 1928, to Jerry and Mary Machat Schiller in the Meeks community near Temple. LaVerne was baptized on December 28, 1928, and confirmed on LaVerne Vanicek July 19, 1942, at Ocker Brethren Church in Zabcikville. She graduated from Rosebud High School in 1945. On September 15, 1946, LaVerne was united in marriage to Johnie L. Vanicek at the home of the late Reverend F.J. Kostohryz in Temple. LaVerne and Johnie became members of First Lutheran Church in Temple in 1949. She was very active in the life and activities of the church, serving on various committees. She was also an active member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton for many years. Together, she and Johnie owned and operated J.L. Vanicek Construction Company, where she was a bookkeeper, retiring in 1980. LaVerne and Johnie enjoyed camping and deer hunting with friends and family and traveled all over the United States. They also enjoyed being with the many friends they made during their years of involvement with SPJST. LaVerne was preceded in death by her husband in 2003; her parents; sister Lorine Fuchs; and brother Jerry D. Schiller. Survivors include son Brian Vanicek and wife Debbie of McKinney; daughters Becky Sutter and husband Paul of Belton, and Beth Giniewicz and husband James of Plano; grandsons Bradley Sutter and wife Sarah of Porter and Jason Sutter of Temple; and greatgranddaughter Sadie Sutter of Porter. Visitation was Friday, October 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. A memorial service was held Saturday, October 31 at 2 p.m. at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home in Temple with Reverend Rusty Campbell officiating. Burial was at Bellwood Memorial Cemetery in Temple. Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church, 1515 West Adams, Temple, Texas 76504; or to Faith Presbyterian Hospice in Dallas (www.faithpreshospice.org). Resolution Committee Ruth Hanusch Joyce Skrabanek —SPJST—
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VĚSTNÍK The deadline for all Věstník items is 5 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month. Send your news and photos directly to: SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087 Email: vestnik@spjst.org Questions? Call 800-727-7578
This section is dedicated to the youth of SPJST. As part of its membership benefits, SPJST offers a statewide youth program. If you or someone you know is interested in learning about opportunities offered to young members of SPJST, please contact your local lodge, District Youth Counselor (listed on page 2), or State Fraternal Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club reports on meeting, upcoming activities Dear Readers, The youth continue to meet for their monthly meetings via Zoom. I miss meeting face-to-face, but with the help of Youth Leader Lynda Novak, Assistant Youth Leaders Kelly Tucker and Vicki Sims, and Mrs. Jennifer Ruzicka, we are able to keep up with everything so it is all good. Youth Leader Lynda reported that camp registration forms will be online beginning Sunday, November 1, 2020. She also reminded everyone about the November 15 deadline to submit their best picture of their Christmas ornament to be judged virtually by State Fraternal
Director Frank Horak. She even gave us a blank Christmas ornament to help get started. Rules can be found at https://spjst.org.christmas-ornamentscontest/ She also reported on important upcoming dates for 2021: Youth Leader Workshop will be held on Saturday, January 16 and the Youth Development Workshop will be held on Saturday, January 30. District Three Youth Achievement Day is scheduled for Sunday, April 18 at Lodge 25, Ennis. State Youth Achievement Day is planned to be held on Saturday, July 31 in Temple. More details will be given as events get closer. Youth Leader Lynda also reminded us that we are responsible for completing and submitting our Vestnik projects which are at spjst.org. Additionally, we are also able to submit anything of interest we want to report on, there is a tab at
spjst.org, and we can even attach pictures if we want. Youth Leader Lynda also reminded us about the Christmas party for lodge members on Sunday, December 6, 2020. More details are posted in the lodge letters’ section of this week’s Vestnik. She said not to forget to bring canned goods for the canned good drive and a dessert to share. It was a good meeting, and we got a lot of information. We were all able to practice safe protocol. Fraternally, Josh Tucker, age 11 Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 81, Needville Welcomes New Youth Club Member
RUBY JONES Lodge 81, Needville welcomes new youth club member Ruby Jones. Ruby is in kindergarten and is happy to be working with older sister Amber to build the youth club in Needville. Welcome to the SPJST Youth Program, Ruby! —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club hosts come-and-go meeting Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club had an optional come-and-go meeting on Sunday, October 11, 2020. Those that were able to come wore their masks and practiced social distancing. The rest of the members met virtually. Everyone received their scrapbook paper to work on
their page for the super heroes themedscrapbook that we will put together. It was good to see everyone, and I hope that we will get to have more inperson meetings in the future. Fraternally yours, Rita Holland, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Macy Narro receives SPJST state merit grant award On Sunday, September 6, 2020, Macy Narro of Lodge 17, New Tabor was presented the SPJST State Merit Grant by District One Director Donnie Victorick and District One Youth Counselor Hannah Kovar. Congratulations, Macy! —Submitted by Holly Narro Youth Leader
LEFT PHOTO: Pictured, left to right, are the Oliver girls. In back are, from left, Cody, Preston, and Misty. RIGHT PHOTO: Linda and Chad Jurik.
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Different ways children can give back (Editor’s Note: Please consult your local laws and regulations to confirm this article’s content aligns with pandemic mandates currently in place in your city.) Children can learn about the importance of giving back at an early age. Youngsters who become accustomed to volunteering and supporting charities may be more inclined to continue doing so as they get older. Parents magazine reports that the number of parents with young children who are volunteering and getting involved has increased in recent years. As family schedules continue to be busy, charitable work done as a family unit can be an ideal way to spend time together and engage in activities for the greater good. Kids can get involved in many different charitable efforts. Quite often children are forward thinkers and innovators and may have their own unique ideas in regard to volunteering or charitable work, but the following are some ways kids can get involved in giving back.
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Lodge 25, Ennis youth shares family experiences Dear Readers, I got to go on a boys’ fishing trip with my daddy to the Texas beach, and we
caught red fish. I helped Me-Me trim trees on her farm. June and I worked on youth club
Vestnik projects. Fraternally yours, Luke Holland, age 6
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club member (2003 SPJST State King) with the big fish that they Luke Holland helps haul off tree branches. CENTER caught. RIGHT PHOTO: Grandpa (Scooter Holland) PHOTO: Luke, right, and his father Jake Holland helps Luke and June work on Vestnik puzzles.
Donate food. Children can easily gather food to donate to a food pantry in the area. Set aside a bag to donate and pick one item for the donation bin each time the family visits the supermarket. When the bag is full, deliver it to an organization in need. Children also may work with their schools to have a collection box on cam-
pus and encourage other families to donate. Participate in a “walk” or “run.” Walks or runs for a cause are popular events in which participants solicit pledges tied to their performances. While these are traditionally group efforts, COVID-19 may change the way
future walks are organized. Participants may be able to do a walk or run on their own and still raise funds for local charities. Be a buddy. Children can be paired up with a senior at a nursing home, a child at a children’s hospital, or even a kid who is new
Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club; CSA Lodge 277 donate baskets to teachers, police in honor of Czech Heritage Month in Texas
In honor of Czech Heritage Month, Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club along with CSA Lodge 277 donated 12 baskets filled with goodies and snacks to area schools for teachers and staff as well as Burleson County Sheriff’s Department and Caldwell Police Department on Monday, October 5, 2020. “We wanted to show how much they are all appreciated,” Lodge 17 Youth Leader Holly Narro reported. “Thanks for being generous, New Tabor Youth Club!” TOP LEFT PHOTO: Youth club members from Mumford ISD with baskets of goodies for teachers and staff. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Youth club members from Caldwell Intermediate School with baskets of goodies for teachers and staff. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Youth club members from Caldwell Elementary School with baskets of goodies for teachers and staff.
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to the neighborhood and hasn’t yet made school friends. Companionship can be a great gift.
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Lodge 80, Holland youth enjoy halloween party
cutters before your baking session so youngsters have as much fun as possible. Kids may have more fun if they get to make Santa Claus, Frosty, or Rudolph cookies.
Get involved in a cleanup campaign. Picking up litter from parks, beaches, streets, and even around school grounds can be a great foray into volunteer work. Go beyond just removing trash. Organize a planting event or remove brush and weeds as well.
Make a mess. Don’t be afraid to get a little messy when baking with children. Moms and dads may love a clean kitchen, but kids tend to have more fun in the kitchen when things get a little messy. Douse each other with a little flour and make a joke of things if some ingredients find their way onto the counter or the floor instead of into your mixing bowl.
Collect funds. Children can learn the joy of charitable giving by starting small. Keep a change collection jar at home and toss change from shopping excursions or coins they may find while out and about in the community. When the jar is filled, cash in the coins and donate to a charity of your child’s choosing. Children can begin learning about the benefits of being charitable individuals at a young age when their parents introduce them to volunteerism and other ways to give back. (MS) —SPJST—
How to involve kids with holiday baking The holiday season is steeped in tradition. Many holiday traditions are centered around food, with much of the focus on all of the decadent treats and desserts taking center stage at many family gatherings. Many parents hope to involve their children in as many family holiday traditions as they can. Holiday baking is one kid-friendly tradition, and parents can make it even more so by taking a few simple steps before they get started. Purchase kid-friendly baking equipment. Bakers rely on lots of tools to make cookies, cakes, and other delicacies. That equipment is even available in kids’ sizes. Kids may be more excited about baking if they have their own equipment, and such gear also can make it easier for them to lend a hand. A spatula made for youngsters can make it easier for kids to move cookies from a baking sheet to a platter, while colorful measuring cups and their own whisk can excite youngsters about baking.
Parents can make the holiday baking that much more fun by letting their kids pitch in this year. (MS) —SPJST— Lodge 80, Holland Youth Club members enjoyed a great time at the October meeting with a Halloween party on Saturday, October 31, 2020. —Submitted by Kelly Taisler, Youth Leader
Plan ahead. Seasoned bakers know that it’s imperative to have the right supplies, including ingredients, on hand before beginning a baking session. That’s even more necessary when baking with kids, who might not be as patient as moms and dads hope if a baking session has to be paused to run to the store for a missing ingredient or to dig out some tools from the back of the pantry. Plan ahead by setting everything out and assembling all the necessary ingredients the night before you plan to bake.
Delegate wisely. Young kids may want to do everything mom and dad do, but baking is a delicate science that requires careful attention to detail and a strict adherence to recipes. So it’s important that parents delegate wisely when involving children in holiday baking. Whisking, stirring, and topping off cookies with frosting and sprinkles are fun, kid-friendly tasks. Add some fun foods to the menu. If you plan to bake holiday cookies, purchase kid-friendly holiday cookie
Lodge 185, New Braunfels youth wins drawing contest; receives bike
Dear Vestnik Readers, Recently I participated in the 2020 Badges, Bikes and Tykes Poster Contest supporting our local police department. We were to draw a picture showing what we could do as a Seguin Police Officer. I was chosen as one of the winners in
my age group, and I won a bike. This was truly an honor. and I say a big thank you to our local police heroes. Sincerely, Megan Ohnheiser, age 13 —SPJST—
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Lodge 81, needville youth create ornaments On Saturday, October 17, 2020, we worked on our Christmas ornaments. We then sold drinks and chips at our lodge fundraiser. The polka music was great, too. Submitted by Ruby Jones, age 5
2020 SPJST Youth Clubs’ Second Quarterly Report July • August • September (Includes Reports Received by October 25, 2020)
District One
Lodge 9 17
Total Name Attendance Disbursement Snook 46 $ 92 New Tabor 61 $122 District One Average Attendance - 36
District Two 47 80 187
Seaton 64 Holland 5 Round Rock 25 District Two Average Attendance - 31
6 84 154
Cottonwood 6 Dallas 15 Fort Worth 25 District Three Average Attendance - 15
49
Rowena 22 District Four Average Attendance - 7
88
Houston 38 District Four Average Attendance - 13
30
Taiton 41 District Six Average Attendance - 14
107 185 202
Floresville 18 New Braunfels 72 Jourdanton 19 District Seven Average Attendance - 36
$128 $ 10 $ 50
District Three
Lodge 81, Needville youth club offers snacks to garage sale shoppers
$ 0* $ 30 $ 50
District Four $ 44
District Five $ 76
District Six $ 82
District Seven
Needville hosted a citywide garage sale. “We sold water, soda, chips, and cookies to people buying things,” Lodge 81, Needville Youth Club member Amber Jones reported. “We also ate pizza for lunch.” —Submitted by Amber Jones, age 6
$ 36 $144 $ 38
State Second Quarter Average Attendance - 152 * Youth clubs with an average of less than five active members do not receive any funds during the quarter.
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2020 Youth Club Member Update - Merit Points and Meeting Attendance Third Quarter Merit Points and Meeting Attendance The totals below in the column labeled “Pts” are merit points earned in the January to December 2020 youth year. This is total merit points for the 2020 youth year. Please see “What is the Merit Point System?” for complete information about the contest. The number in the column labeled “Mtgs” is the number of meetings each youth club member has attended from January to December 2020. Please see “What is an Active Youth Member?” below to determine number of meetings needed to participate in youth activities. What is the Merit Point System? Youth club members earn merit points for participating in SPJST lodge, district, and state activities. At the end of the youth year, points are totaled and the youth with the highest points in the youth club receive cash awards. Contest Dates January 1 to December 31, 2020 Merit Point Contest Age Divisions Junior—Entering Kindergarten or Age 5 to Age 12 Teen—Age 13 Years to High School Senior Rules The youth leader or assistant youth leader is responsible for keeping track of the merit points for each active member of the youth club. The points are to be sent to the State Fraternal Director on the Quarterly and Merit Point Reports each quarter. Youth club members are also encouraged to keep up with their points and turn them in to the youth leader on a quarterly basis. This system helps both the youth leader and the youth member keep better records of youth participation. Current, official Quarterly and Merit Point Reports, available from the State Fraternal Director, may only be used in the Merit Point Contest. The Quarterly and Merit Point Reports sent to the State Fraternal Director by the youth leader will be kept on file for at least six months following the conclusion of the contest.
Merit points are earned for only those activities listed under Youth Point Values. An activity can only earn points in one category on the point sheet. When in doubt about any activity earning points, contact the State Fraternal Director prior to the contest conclusion. Everyone will be subject to the same rules in every contest. Failure to comply with any rule shall mean immediate withdrawal. Merit Point Awards Awards are presented on the district and state levels in the junior and teen merit point contests. At each District YAD, the Home Office presents first through third place awards to top qualifying junior and teen youth club members. The top three junior and teen youth club members with the most points in each district will receive awards. In the event of a tie, all who tied for first through third places will receive the award. A youth may only receive the state award once in the age division. State Teen and State Junior awards are presented at State YAD. District Junior and Teen Point Awards First Place - $30 Second Place - $25 Third Place - $20 What is an Active Youth Member? A youngster with a current SPJST insurance certificate may enter the youth program the youth year that he/she will be entering kindergarten. To be considered active, youth club member must attend a majority (seven) of the monthly meetings during the year. The youth must attend the majority of these meetings at his/her home youth club. In those instances where a lodge does not have a youth club, the youngster may attend adult lodge meetings or the meetings of another youth club. The youngster will be eligible for camp and Youth Achievement Day (YAD) after the completion of his/her kindergarten year. Active youth members must be single and not be pregnant or a parent. The age of the youth on June 1 of the
current youth year will be the recognized age in the SPJST Youth Program (camp, YAD, contests, etc.). The 2020 youth year began January 1 and ends December 31. Youth club eligibility ends when the youth graduates from high school. Dist Ldg Name Pts Mtgs
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1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
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District Number Lodge Number Youth club member Merit points earned Jan. to Dec. 2020 Youth club meetings attended Jan. to Dec. Name
Eldridge, Konnor Gill, Caiden Green, Joshua Green, Riley Hruska, II, J. Beaux Hruska, Jase Hruska, Kyleigh Junek, Kade Kienow, Dakota Kienow, Shane Lauderdale, Jade Lauderdale, Zane Macik, Alexis Macik, Brayden Nicks, Courtlyn Paul, Charlotte Sebesta, Charlee Sebesta, Hagan Sebesta, Kimber Sebesta, McKenzie See, Caleb See, IV, John William See, Wesley Tates, Tatiana Walker, Kamree Weaver, Jensen Weaver, Kallen Wilkerson, Allison Williams, Makenzie Withem, Brett Withem, Kennedi Charanza, Cameron Chmelar, Brylee Chmelar, Taylor Dowell, Maylee Dowell, Millison Hartman, Kadie Hermes, Nathan Johnson, Kole Johnson, Luke Kellum, Ashlyn
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12 52 47 49 42 29 42 2 49 42 48 55 26 26 54 56 5 66 6 6 61 36 36 59 42 36 36 22 12 15 15 57 75 64 63 78 12 71 24 49 43
2 6 5 5 5 3 5 0 5 4 3 3 3 3 4 6 1 6 1 1 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 3 2 1 1 6 9 8 9 9 1 8 3 6 5
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 186 186 186 186 186 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 24 29 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47
Kocurek, Bailen 103 Kocurek, Marley 103 Lautzenheiser, Clarence 11 Lloyd, Jackson 58 Lloyd, Rylie 65 Loehr, Emma 47 Lopez, Abigail (Abby) 56 Lopez, Easton 50 McCuller, Cobey 72 Narro, Macy 105 Parker, Carson 67 Parker, Jaycee 82 Parks, Jada 86 Story, Andrea 62 Supak, Emmy 78 Supak, Lila 78 Woodward, Carisa 87 Brinkman, Marina 51 Coker, Ciara 52 Enrique, III, Jessie 74 Pineda, Patsy 73 Ramon, Keith 52 Braden, Kenna 54 Daulton, Gabriel 44 David, Brennon Maxx 55 Gilliam, Brayden 35 Goodman, Sebastian 58 Henley, Braxton 51 Marshall, Aubrey 60 Marshall, Sterling 60 Teague, Collin 67 Teague, Jr., James 54 Ledford, Aniston 10 Girod, Hailey 12 Bartek, Camdon 70 Bartek, Everhett 77 Bilbrey, Sydney 84 Bilbrey, Tyson 74 Burt, Jayten 26 Carroll, Kasen 8 Carter, Dawsen 40 Carter, Jaysen 38 Champion, Elijah 19 Champion, Emily 19 Erskine, Carson 25 Erskine, Jackson 20 Erskine, Logan 25 Federle, Ariana 57 Federle, Lydia 60 Federle, Rebecca 62 Galler, Fiona 50 Hoelscher, Jennifer 40 Koslovsky, Tessa 14 Kristinek, Riley 44 Loos, Abigail 15 Marek, Jackson 25 Martinez, Kal-El 93 Martinez, Seth 92
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47 Martinez, Tristan 47 Ordogne, Andrew 47 Ordogne, Travis 47 Ranly, Elisa 47 Ranly, Ian 47 Regan, Emma 47 Skrabanek, Kyler 47 Smith, Robert Cash 47 Smith, Warren Ace 47 Stock, Tamryn 47 Stone, Koby 47 White, Braxton 47 White, Brayton 47 Young, Kayla 47 Young, Kelsea 47 Young, Valora 47 Young, Zaydriana 48 Newsom, Brooke 48 Newsom, Makayla 48 Poldrack, Tatiana 48 Stefek, Hayden 48 Wuensche, Trent 48 Wuensche, Trevor 80 Cargill, Jaiden 80 Cosper, Alec 80 Cosper, Andrew 80 Cosper, Braydon 80 Taisler, Clayton 80 Taisler, Molley 80 Tubbs, Brooke 80 Vaughan, Chase 80 Vaughan, Cole 80 Ward, Hannah 182 Beckendorf, Bailee 182 Beckendorf, Paetyn 182 Beckendorf, Tynlee 187 Johnson, Alexandria 187 Johnson, Dustin 187 Langlais, Shane 187 McCarthy, Luke 187 McCarthy, Mathieu 187 Meyer, Alexis 187 Meyer, Kadnce 187 Meyer, Karter 187 Meyer, Kember 6 Dobecka, Aubrianna 6 Dobecka, Quinlan 25 Blake, Elli 25 Blake, Lillian 25 Dvorak, Misty 25 Henson, Beau 25 Henson, Winnie 25 Holland, Luke 25 Holland, Madison 25 Holland, Maison 25 Jurik, Chad 25 Martin, Carolina 25 Martin, Lucia
89 23 71 40 33 47 20 32 13 32 51 11 5 53 58 73 64 35 35 33 11 15 15 30 12 32 16 46 53 23 5 11 31 36 32 34 54 18 22 50 55 33 60 54 60 82 82 11 11 51 1 1 62 55 57 57 11 11
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Nelson, Cody Oliver, Layne Oliver, Morgan Oliver, Victoria (Tori) Roberts, Aubrey Roberts, Avery Ryan, Kaylnn Sullivan, Preston Andreason, Davis Andreason, Olivia Jones, Jadie Jones, Jentry Ruzicka, Megan Ruzicka, Ryan Tucker, Josh Tucker, Kalyne Tucker, Kendall Burcie, McKenzie Hernandez, Kyleigh Hernandez, Reagan Jones, Holly Jones, Macy Jones, Miles Masters, Mylie Sanders, Audrey Suges, Steven Suges, Victoria Schwertner, Grace Schwertner, Olivia Schwertner, Colt Schwertner, Bella Schwertner, Tracy Wood, Cotton Wood, Hunter Wood, Tanner Craddock, Brenson Craddock, Carson Craddock, Hayden Gallant, Bree Jansa, Nolan Schwartz, Parker Schwartz, Sterling Williams, Addee Dostal, Brady Dostal, Elizabeth Hargraves, III, Tripp Jones, Amber Mikulec, Miles Mikulec, Rylie Nesvadba, Bryce Nesvadba, Brylie Stavinoha, Maxx Berry, David Berry, Diana Berry, Michael Brown, Addison Godwin, Nancy Guerrero, Anahi
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Guerrero, Juan Guerrero, Sergio Haller, Chance Hickl, Hattie Latigo, Natalie Parker, Cheyenne Parker, Kinsley Parker, Tyler Pflughaupt, Evan Pflughaupt, Megan Butera, Embry Butera, Ryder Coleman, Zachary Comberrel, Brielle Comberrel, Ryleigh Freel, Abigail Havies, Jolin Havies, Joseph Hermis, Aiden Kieschnick, Karley Lerner, Jaydan Lerner, Jonathan Lewis, Emily Lewis, Kaleigh Maul, Ashley Maul, Taylor Miller, Kaydence Bacak, Brett Bacak, Brooke Baker, Bethany Baker, Brittany Bubela, Grant Garrett, Abigail Garrett, Ella Garrett, Millie Jo Korenek, Faith Kresta, Andrew Kresta, Emily Kresta, Lauren Krpec, Shelby Lange, Grady Riha, Hudson Riha, Simone Riha, Vanessa Garcia, NayEli Garcia, Noah Gonzalez, Aiyana Gonzalez, Itzel Gutierrez, Jason Manrriquez, Claire Manrriquez, Maysen Manrriquez, Saydee Manrriquez, Taylor Manzano, Adryanna Manzano, Angelica Manzano, Trianna Taylor, Kelly Craig, Slade
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Craig, Sloan 18 Rebecek, Jacob 21 Rebecek, Marcus 15 Rew, Brandon 21 Urbanovsky, Annika 20 Urbanovsky, Sarah 15 Hastings, Aubree 47 Lynn, Christian 42 Petett, Caitlyn 66 Pruski, Colt 73 Singleton, Haleigh 35 Tholkes, Bohden 62 Cabrera, Camila 72 Gribble, Michael 57 Haag, Katherine 53 Haag, Sydney 57 Haag-Howard, Lilyanna 76 Hilbig, Ethan 41 Howard, Zack 2 Jurica, Jacob 26 Jurica, Jody 26 Kitchen, Madeline 79 Kitchen, Rileigh 75 Kitchen, Skeet 74 Lago, Harrison 62 Lago, Hudson 62 McCoy, Steel 76 Mills, Garrett 58 Mills, Gatlin 58 Mills, Payton 38 O'Gorman, Madeline 50 O'Gorman, Mary 49 Ohnheiser, Megan 86 Smith, Tate 46 Stroobandt, Addison 49 Stroobandt, Jack 51 Velasquez, Anabella 53 Velasquez, Mallory 60 Velasquez, Shaylee 60 Fair, Jenna 54 Fair, Kayla 54 Polasek, Katlyn 31 Popham, Ciara 24 Popham, Ryanne 58 Poppe, Makenna 36 Trench, Shaylyn 14 Valdez, Diego 47 Zielonka, Camdan 18 Zielonka, Chloe 18 —SPJST—
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Podpora ★ Lidskost ★ Bratrstvi´ BENEVOLENCE
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In our street Hello, and welcome to this edition of SoundCzech, Radio Prague’s Czech language course in which you can learn Czech phrases with the help of song lyrics. For this edition, the song is V naší ulici - or in our street - sung by Voxel. Look for the word - ulice meaning street. Voxel sings that as he walks down the street and smiles at the world, people think he has completely lost his mind. The lyrics go přes okna svých aut, zatmavený do černa, už dávno nevidí jak je tahle ulice nádherná - which means that through the darkened windows of their cars, everyone has long since forgotten just how beautiful this street really is.
To get the sack at work is octnout se na ulici - to wind up on the street. Someone who is out roaming the streets se bloumá po ulicích. Jít po ulici is to walk down the streets, and to trudge through the streets is vláčet se ulicemi. If as you trudge down the street you decide to buy take-out, that food is jídlo prodávané přes ulici - which literally means food sold across the street. If it is very crowded on the streets then you can say na ulici se to hemžilo lidmi - the streets were teeming with people. Those taking part in a parade pochodují ulicemi - walk the streets. Jít do
ulic is to take to the streets, for instance in the case of a protest. If a protest becomes serious and takes on a life of its own it may turn into vláda ulice - or mob rule. A dead end or a cul-de-sac is called a slepá ulička. An ulička is a smaller street, such as a lane or an alleyway. Ocitnout se ve slepé uličce is to reach a stalemate, or as some might say, to find oneself up against a wall. That’s all we have time for. Thank you for learning Czech with me, and na shledanou. ~ Clare Profous https://english.radio.cz/our-street-8219821
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TCGS presents third group of 2020 Christmas ornaments Shown here are six additional Christmas ornaments which evolve from a tradition, a legend, or a symbol of Christmas. Included is the favorite of Czechs everywhere, the Vesele Vanoce greeting. The ornaments are available from Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS), and may be ordered for shipment by contacting Nancy Machu at 512971-4284 or emailing her at nbmachu@gmail.com. Shipping charges will be added, and will depend on the number of ornaments ordered. Purchases may be made at our gift shop in Temple by appointment only. Please call the above phone number to set an appointment, should you wish to see the ornaments prior to ordering.
Candles with Holly - No. OR-205 -$22 Holly is a symbol of life in the bleak and cold months of winter. The bright reds and green colors of the berries and leaves were symbols of rebirth and life. When the deep red berries appeared on the holly plant, the season of feasting and merriment began. In early years, Father Christmas decorated his hood with holly, which represented the crown of thorns that Jesus wore when He was crucified, and the red berries represented the blood He shed for our sins. Candles represent Christ, the Light of the World. “I am the light of the world. No follower of mine shall ever walk in darkness; no, he shall possess the light of life.” (John 8:12) Candles also remind us that we are to be light to others, to show them the way to Christ, and when hopelessness sets in, to remember that the darkness cannot overcome Christ’s light. The Czech Greeting and Traditions Ornament - No. OR-210 - $11 Vesele Vanoce, “Merry Christmas,” is a greeting all Czechs can say. The reverse side of the ornament shows Czech Christmas customs. It reads: “On the evening of December 5, St. Nicholas legendarily descends from a gold cord with an angel and mentor to reward or admonish children. At suppertime on Christmas Eve, a chair is left vacant for the Christ-child. After supper, candles on the tree are lighted. Tree décor includes straw and paper stars, Bohemian glass ornaments, fruits, nuts, cookies, and intricately painted eggshells – symbolizing birth. After midnight mass, children often sleep on straw by the manger, reminiscent of Christ’s birth. On January 6, Epiphany, priests write C+M+B over the doors of homes, placing a cross between letters which stand for the initials of the Magi and a Latin phrase meaning “May Christ Bless This Home.”
The Pewter Nail No. OR-211 - $12 The pewter nail is a reminder of the nails used to construct Baby Jesus’ manger, as well as the nails used in Christ’s crucifixion on the cross. The message that accompanies this ornament tells the story of Jesus, God’s love and His greatest gift of all, given freely to those who follow Him. The Holy Family No. C19-101112 - $50* (short supply) The Holy Family, consisting of the Virgin Mary, Saint Joseph, and Baby Jesus, are the central figures of Christmas for Christians everywhere. According to Matthew and Luke, Jesus’ birth took place in Bethlehem during the time of Herod the Great. The family had gone to Bethlehem to be counted in the census. This set of three beautiful, mouth-blown glass ornaments, was crafted in the Czech Republic. The colors are deep and vibrant, with gold accents abounding. The Holy Family set of Christmas ornaments is sure to be a treasure for years to come. The Three Wise Men No. C19-789 - $52* (short supply) Traditional nativity scenes usually include the three wise men who visited J e s u s shortly after his birth, bringing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. The wise men were sent to find Jesus, at the request of King Herod. They followed the star until it stopped over the place where the Child lay. They were overwhelmed with joy. They knelt down, paying him homage, and gave Him their gifts. They then returned to their homes in the east by a different route. These three wise men, also handcrafted in glass in the Czech Republic, are adorned with regal robes of intense, deep royal colors, accented by gold. They go perfectly with
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the Holy Family ornaments and together, will make a beautiful statement about the real reason for the season. Flower Ornament No. CO-15110 - $10 This delicate, glass ornament, made in the Czech Republic shows a flower design in red, flocked onto a clear ball, approximately three inches in diameter. It is an ornament that will be cherished this year and for years to come. —SPJST—
TCGS: Christmas Giving Book of the Month Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) offers its newest publication, Czechoslovaku Pamatnik as our November and December Book of the Month. This book, written by Czech citizens in the Old Country during World War I, was written to express gratitude to the Czechs in America who answered their call for aid during this war to assist them at a critical time when their homes, livelihoods and very existence had been decimated by the war. The book was translated to English and published by TCGS in 2019 in an effort to show Americans today the rigors of war and to instill pride in Czech Americans because of the way we helped our cousins in the home-
Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.” For membership: Marie Dulak 979-589-1903
land in their time of need. The book is loaded with much information about the beginnings of this noble effort and also includes surnames and many photos, many of which have identified people in them. Because many people are reluctant to shop at stores during the Covid Pandemic, this book would make a terrific and easy-to-obtain Christmas gift for those you love. To order the book, please send a check for $48 along with your shipping address to Nancy Machu, 3337 Bianco Terrace, Round Rock, Texas 78665. Shipping charges are waived during November and December. To charge your order, call 512-9714284, leaving a message for a call-back. Submitted by, Nancy Machu Lodge 29, Taylor —SPJST—
CESAT to offer Czech Christmas carol lessons CESAT (Czech Ex-Students Association of Texas) is pleased to announce that on Saturday, November 28, 2020, at 9 a.m., Schulenburg Public Library will offer online free Czech Christmas carol lessons. From the comfort of their home, individuals will be able to learn the words for four Czech Christmas carols and will be able to learn the tunes to the carols. To receive an invitation to the online meeting, please email your request to: schulenburgpubliclibrary@yahoo.com. Thadious Polasek Lodge 67, Schulenburg —SPJST—
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TCHCC plans Dec. 5 annual gala Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center will hold its annual gala on Saturday, December 5, 2020. The gala will be at Pavilion Hall at TCHCC, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange. Honorees for 2020 - Larry Sodek, Polka DJ; Ellinger Combo; and Harold Strand Orchestra. Event includes dinner with appetizers and desserts; open bar; door prizes; honorees’ program; silent auction; prize drawing; and music and dancing to the Czechaholics. Advance tickets only. For tickets and other information, call 888-785-4500; email info@czechtexas.org; visit www.czechtexas.org; or find us on Facebook. —SPJST—
CZECH CULTURAL CALENDAR TEMPORARILY CLOSED. Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, 119 West French Avenue, Temple. ACTIVITIES TEMPORARILY CANCELED. First and third Tuesday tarok lessons • Czech film screenings at The Beltonian Theatre in Belton. Wednesdays POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Taylor Czech Speaking Class meets every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living, 505 East Lake Drive in Taylor. This is an informal class setting for learning to speak, write, and read Czech. For information, contact Instructor Lydia Kurtin 512-859-2543. Submitted by Alice Bracewell, Lodge 48, Beyersville. Second Sundays POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange, 1 to 4 p.m. Fee is $10 per person per class. Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration preferred. For information, call 888785-4500; 979-968-9399; or email info@czechtexas.org. Second Tuesdays POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Czech Film Nights and Mat-
inees—at The Beltonian Theatre, 219 East Central, Belton. Showtimes - 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Free admission. Film is presented by Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center (CHMGC). For information, call CHMGC 254-899-2935; find them on Facebook; or on the web at www.czechheritagemuseum.org. Find The Beltonian online at www.thebeltoniantheatre.com or on Facebook. December 5 TCHCC Annual Gala—at Pavilion Hall at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange: Honoree program; dinner with appetizers and desserts; open bar; door prizes; silent auction; prize drawing; music and dancing to the Czechaholics. Advance tickets only. For event time, tickets, and details, call 888-785-4500; email info@czechtexas.org; visit www.czechtexas.org; or find TCHCC on Facebook. January 23, 2021 TCGS Submission Deadline: for TCGS upcoming book Czech Family Histories V. For information, contact Charlene Hurta, 1231 County Road 201A, Angleton, Texas 77515; phone 979849-0348; or email cmhurta@earth. —SPJST—
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is on the first and third Mondays of each month at 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates to: VĚSTNÍK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: 254-773-8087. Email to: vestnik@spjst.org. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at 800-727-7578 or email vestnik@spjst.org. LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Directions: Lodge hall is located on Hwy 159 East, 3 blocks from the town square. Hall Rental Information: 979-966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of evennumbered months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Held every other month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville. For information/updates, call 361798-3347. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. Lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: Peggy Dobecka 254-7170383 or Jeanette Beseda 254-717-7840. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka 254-717-0383; or dataped@sbcglobal.net. LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg. Dates are February 24, May 25, August 24, and November 23. LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader Loree Lewis 979-220-4733. LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 1081 County Road 425, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979-884-1451; Hall Phone: 979-8841451. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. For information, contact Youth Leader Julie Schneider 512-269-8180. LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 190/Hwy 36, Buckholts (historic hexagon-shaped building with a stone entrance.) Directions: Hall is located on Hwy 36, east of Buckholts, 1/4 mile east of downtown Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: 254-217-2863. Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly. For information, call 254-721-3902. LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Hwy 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles then turn left on CR 225. Go 1 mile, veering to the right. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader Holly Narro 979-218-4931.
LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Attention: Although all lodge events at SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin have been canceled for 2020, please note that for hall rental information, please contact FL Meyer 512-940-7970. Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a nonsmoking facility. Hall Rentals/Band Bookings: FL Meyer 512-940-7970. Hall phone: 512-285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davilla, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Brenna Bohac 512-859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. Call Youth Leader Brita Goodman for information 254-541-5344. LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. Directions: From Hwy 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West for 4 miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go 1 mile. Hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m. at the hall.
Due to the global pandemic, please contact the lodge/district prior to attending any event due to possible schedule changes, postponement, or cancellation. LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the large, 2-story hall. Hall Rental Information/Hall Phone: 512-352-9139. Live Music: First and third Wednesday each month, free, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday night dance, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. For information and meeting location, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod 512-468-1347. LODGE 30, TAITON (6) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. For information, call Youth Leader Lisa Bubela 979-5437120. LODGE 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Meetings: Held the second Thursday of every other month - January, March, May, July, September, and November, 2019 at Victoria Mall Meeting Room, at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact Secretary Linda Mozisek 361-220-7725. LODGE 35, ELK (3) Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy 84 East through Bellmead; go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road; go approximately 1 mile; the road will dead end. Turn right at the dead end; go approximately 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254-749-3326. Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agent: James (Dude) Mann 254-715-0275; mrdudemann@yahoo.com. LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: 512-237-9099/day; 830-8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 512332-6758.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Cyclone. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit Hwy 53 at blinking light to FM 485; go 1 mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Mark Maddux 254-721-1774; or Brenda Maddux 254-721-1682. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Kim Campbell 254-721-0586.
LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR. Go 2 miles to Mumford Road; turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. Hall (white building) is at the bend of the road. Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly - watch for date in Věstník, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’Shields 979-218-3527; or FAC Ronnie Roesler 979-406-0158.
LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Thursday, November 12—Lodge 25 meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, November 14—Wedding rental Saturday, November 21—Wedding rental Wednesday, November 25—Apple Strudel Bake Sale pick-up, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. To place orders, call Margaret Krajca 972-878-6149 or Betty Macalik 972-878-7719.
LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: For meeting date, time, location, call Youth Leader Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614.
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381. Mail: PO Box 129, Ennis, Texas 75120. Email: SPJSTennis@yahoo.com. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the lodge dining room with supper at 6:30 p.m. followed by a complimentary social in the game room. Youth Club Meetings: For date, time, place, and more information, call Youth Leader Rita Holland 469-337-2284.
LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Volunteer Fire Department Meeting Room, Royal Road, Port Lavaca. For information, call lodge Secretary Mary Sitka 361-5525170 or email danmarysitka@yahoo.com.
LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 12 noon at Wharton County Library - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard.Call Secretary Helen Kelner 281-342-2624 for information.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is 7 miles east of Temple on Hwy 53. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Danny Stepan 254-760-7819; Hall Phone: 254985-2548. Visit www.seatonstarhall.com. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.Call Youth Leader Amber Bartek for information 254-931-0295.
LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) After the lodge hall suffered devastating damage due to a fire on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, construction on a new hall has begun. For information or questions, contact Lodge 48 President Robert Leshikar 512-635-3021. Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112 and go about 0.8 mile. Turn right on FM 619; continue on FM 619 for approximately 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 512-739-9324. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 5:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For information, call Youth Leader Michelle Newsom 512-9130226. LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: 325-442-4841 - Beverly Teplicek. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. at the hall. Call Youth Leader Becky Wood for information 325-6560029. LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Friday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, West Main Street in Ellinger. For information, call Calvin Hlinsky 979-378-2364. LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November, and the second Friday in September at St. Joseph Hall, 303 South Harrison Street in West, 7 p.m. For information, call Freddie Kaluza 254-709-2303. LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. For meeting location or information, call Lodge Secretary Ann Moseley 361-781-2644. LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Meetings: Date, time, location TBA in the lodge’s monthly meeting minutes that appear in the Věstník. For information, call 254-799-4247. LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Third or fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December (Christmas) at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in Schulenburg, 2 p.m. To confirm meeting date/s, call Ernest Kutac 979-561-7190. LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For meeting location, call Alice Orsak 940-889-2391. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: Sunday, September 13; and Sunday, December 6. Meetings are at 12:30 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls. For information, contact Dianna Ibarra 940-224-7383. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Call Youth Leader Marcia Rew for information 361-563-6779. LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east on FM 2268. Go 1/2 mile to hall, which is on the right. Hall Phone: 254657-2485. Bingo: Every Thursday, 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. Lodge Meetings: Held bi-monthly. Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Board of Directors’ Meetings: Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at the hall, 6 p.m. Call Youth Leader Kelly Taisler 254-913-3309 for location, information.
VĚSTNÍK LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Hwy 36, Needville. Directions: Hall is located at the corner of Hwy 36 and FM 361, one mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Manager/Bookings: Dan Natho 979-618-1426. Hall Phone: 361-793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m.; meal at 12 noon at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leaders Krystle Bender 713-933-1392 or Karen Hargraves 713-398-5622. LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Meeting location will be posted in the Věstník. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. unless otherwise announced in the Věstník. Contact Youth Leader Lynda Novak 972-948-4456. LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 254-773-2363. LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Hwy 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall is on the right. Hall Phone/Rental Information: Call 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Dances are held 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. For more information, call 713869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress Code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. *Introductory pricing. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; games start at 7 p.m. License No. 17407503501. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Starting January 2020, Lodge 88 Youth Club meetings will be held on the second Sunday of the month at the lodge. hall. For information, call Youth Leader Vanessa Guerrero 281745-1697. LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings - TBA in the Věstník. For information, contact Lodge Secretary Vonda Smesny 832-694-8762. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road, Fort Worth 76114. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North; it becomes Jacksboro Hwy (TX 199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cut Off, which is a right off of Jacksboro Hwy. Hall - also known as National Hall - is on the right about 2 or 3 blocks down the road. Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner. Hall Event/Rental Information: Call National Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817-6241361. Visit Lodge 92 website www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Ladies Circle: Meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday. Dressy casual. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall unless otherwise noted. LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Monday, March 2; Monday, June 1; Monday, September 14 in the Community Room at Victoria Mall, 6 p.m. For information, call Secretary Judy Bellanger 361-576-2935. LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West for 3 miles to FM 1303; turn right and go 2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 830-393-7796. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: For meeting date/time/location, contact Youth Leader Lian Lynn 830-480-2737. LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi. LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date, time, and location, contact President/Sales Agent John Vrla 214906-3385 or email jvrla@cebridge.net. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings are held in March, July, October, and December at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio. For information, contact President Jarolyn Popp 830-964-5135.
Monday, November 9, 2020 LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 2622 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay Hwy 287 on until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy 34. Sokol Hall is on the left. LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly - the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at Main Street Steakhouse, 1802 Main Street in Danbury. Meeting at 12 noon, luncheon follows. For information, call Lonnie 979-922-1553. LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy. For information, contact Secretary Bernice Stolarski 979-885-6786. LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month except in December which is the second Sunday at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted; meal served at 1 p.m. Meetings are held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights) in the annex building - unless otherwise noted. For information, contact Lodge142 President Dennis Hermis 713-826-2981; or Secretary Elizabeth Hermis 281-787-8717. Youth Club Meetings: Held the same date, time, and location as the adult lodge meetings - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Youth Leader Amanda Muzny 713-5605377.
LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October, 6:30 p.m. at Texas Seafood and Steakhouse, 2209 South Market Street, Brenham. (December meeting/social information will be announced at a later date.) Lodge Information: Call Stephen Bliznak 979-251-4150; or Lenora Bliznak 979-277-8845. LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall, 3609 Preston Avenue, in Pasadena. November and December meetings will be held on the third Sunday. For information, contact Jo 346-317-4412; or Helen 713-920-7172 LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River-Academy. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy, just off Hwy 95, on the right. Hall Phone: 254-982-4434. Please leave a message with questions. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Kitchen is open. Board of Trustees/Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November - Board Meeting, 6:15 p.m. Regular lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 11 a.m. Location will be announced in the Věstník prior to the meeting each month. For information, contact Ricky Weyand 979-966-7138. LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month at the Burleson Police Department Building - Community Room, 1161 S.W. Wilshire Boulevard, Burleson at 6 p.m. For information, call 817-905-2097 or 972-268-0022.
LODGE 148, EL MATON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. Call Youth Leader Melissa Zielonka for information 979-618-1890.
LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. For information, contact Youth Leader Becky Beckendorf 254749-5732.
LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 South Sunset Street, Wharton. For information, call 979-532-5884.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH-35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH-20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North. Stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Turn right on Mayfield; go down and turn left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information/Hall Phone: 682-8003485. Game Nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. Lodge Meetings/Family Nights: Third Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Hwy and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Phone: 817-237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 817-731-2580. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Contact Youth Leaders CarrieAnn Jones 817-371-1727, carrieannjones@att.net; or Appa Burcie 817-614-2967, abburcie2015@gmail.com for information. LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: For dates time, and location of quarterly meetings, call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512472-1721. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Last Sunday of every other month of March, June, and September; then December - the first Sunday at 2:30 p.m. For meeting location, contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek - phone 806-763-7245; or email cyndynjerome@gmail.com. LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Wednesday of February, May, and August; and the November meeting is held the third Sunday. Watch the Věstník for meeting time/location. For information, contact President Sandra Jansa 325-6518045; or sandra.jansa@hotmail.com. Youth Club Meetings: For date, time, location, call Youth Leader Ryan Jansa 325-234-5879. LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. For information, contact President Betty Crawford 713-594-5049. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center. For information, call Youth Leader Brenda Moyle 713-303-1471.
LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at Moulton VFD building in the meeting room. RSVP to Elmer Michna at 361-7723876 or Johnnie Hoffman at 361-772-5049. Please RSVP by Thursday of the week prior to the meeting. LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. (subject to change). Call Youth Leader Jessica McCoy for information 979-7778215. LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy 36, Caldwell. Directions: Hall is just off Hwy 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Call Youth Leader Yolanda Brinkman for information 979567-0637. LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 store on the right. Turn right and proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple, take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign. Take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right will be Luther Peterson Boulevard. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; or 512-771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, beginning at 2 p.m. at the hall, followed by entertainment and potluck meal.
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LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Attention - Update: Quarterly business meetings are held in March, June, and September, and a social meeting in December. Location and dates will be announced in the Věstník. Contact President Henry Mayo for information 979-777-1426. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan. LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: George Scogin 936-8752867. Regular Dances: Third Friday night of each month, 7 to 10 p.m. Please bring finger foods for the snack table. Lodge Meetings: Monday night before the Friday dance of the month, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Phone: 281373-9482; email spjstlodge196@gmail.com. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month. Potluck social at 1 p.m.; meeting begins at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Cadance Wager 713-5152835. LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month on even months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall, 100 4th Street, Eddy. For information, contact President James R. Hosch 254-718-4798. LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Jenell 979-357-2181. LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Adult Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly, the first Sunday of March and June at 1 p.m.; and the second Sunday of September and December at 1 p.m. A meal will be served at each meeting. Meetings are at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. For information, contact Secretary Bettie House 830281-8246. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of every month at 1:15 p.m. except in September and December, meetings are held on the second Sunday beginning at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. For information, contact Youth Leader Regina House 830-570-2046. LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. For meeting location, call Secretary Joyce Kotulek 940855-0882. LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 6 p.m. at 631 Lockwood Street in Tahoka. For information, contact Secretary Pam Lehmann 806-535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 6 p.m. at 631 Lockwood Street in Tahoka. For information, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-632-5239. LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of March, April, and May at 6 p.m. at Puerto Vallarta Grill, 1611 Montana Avenue, El Paso. For questions, call President Aracely Quiz 915-999-2062. LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. For meeting location information, contact Secretary Tammy Copeland 325-333-4089. LODGE 232, HOUSTON MIDTOWN (5) Lodge Meetings: Held the third Tuesday of every other month in January, March, May, July, September, and November, 6:30 p.m. at Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston. For information, contact Secretary Catherine Anderson 713-726-1928. LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: Unless otherwise announced, second Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November, 11:30 a.m. For meeting location, call President Ingrid Petrik 254-760-1831 or Secretary Melanie Zavodny 254-534-0807. LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date, location, and time, contact President Chester Jenke 210-413-3053 or Treasurer Colleen Jenke 210-215-9494. —SPJST—
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