Lodge Section

DISTRIBUTION OF INCOME

Life and Annuity Benefits ............................................................ Refunds to Members .................................................................. Additions to Reserves................................................................. Operating Expenses ...................................................................

TOTALS ...............................................................................

NET INCOME....................................................................... $8,534,747 (210) (208,244) 2,762,523

11,088,816

($583,453)

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN CERTIFICATE HOLDERS’ SURPLUS

6/30/20

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

BALANCE, ENDING..................................................................

—SPJST— $15,801,015

A琀ention SPJST High School A琀ention SPJST High School Seniors and Co氀ege Seniors and Co氀ege Undergraduates: Undergraduates:

SPJST Scholarship Applications Available September 2020 Through January 2021

Please Note: 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.

SPJST Lodge Section

SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087 Email: vestnik@spjst.org 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 / / / Lodge 8, Weimar cancels meeting, Christmas party

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—

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—

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—

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!

—Submitted by Holly Narro, Assistant District One Youth Counselor

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.

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 Kocurek (17), 2nd - Marley Kocurek (17), 3rd - Millison Dowell (17). SECOND PHOTO: Ages 9 to 11 - 1st - Patsy Pineda (186), 2nd - Abby Lopez (17). THIRD PHOTO: Ages

12 to 14 - 1st - Ashlyn Kellum (17), 2nd - Maylee Dowell (17), 3rd - Ciarra Coker (186). FOURTH PHOTO: Age 15 to high school senior - 1st - Macy Narro (17), 2nd - Keith Ramon (186), 3rd - Jessie Enrique (186). RIGHT PHOTO: First place winners.

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—

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 Pechal. 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-

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.

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 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 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.

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

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—

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—

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.

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 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.

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.

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 160 San Angelo meets Nov. 18

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—

Lodge 187 Round Rock meets Dec. 13

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—

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—

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.