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Volume 109 Number 22
H E R A L D
Benevolence ★ Humanity ★ Brotherhood
November 22, 2021
ISSN —07458800
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS YOUTH WINS 2022 YOUTH THEME DESIGN CONTEST
LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE EDDY MAKES PANCAKES Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy President James R. Hosch whips up a batch of pancakes on Thursday, November 11 at Taylor Hall in Eddy. Lodge 200 hosted a pancake supper for Veterans and their families in honor of Veterans Day.
The grand prize winner of the 2022 SPJST Youth Theme Design Contest is Camila Cabrera of Lodge 185, New Braunfels in District Seven. Congratulations, Camila! See page 17 for all of the age category winners. Tee-shirts will soon be available for purchase from on the SPJST website at www.spjst.org. Watch the Vestnik for more information.
Happy Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for our members, staff, agents, volunteers, and friends.
; / ; / ; / ; / ; Inside This Week’s Vestnik ; / ; / ; / ; / ; Readers Write ......................................3 Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Executive Com. Meeting Minutes ......4 State Fraternal Director’s Report.......7 From The Controller............................9
Lodge Section ...................................10 In Memoriam ......................................15 Youth Section ....................................16 Czech Culture ....................................19 Advertisements .................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
Lodge 47 Seaton youth earns school honors Page 10
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Lodge 84 Dallas members share special bond
Lodge 154 Fort Worth member celebrates 98th birthday Page 13
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Monday, November 22, 2021
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SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 800-727-7578 • 254-773-1575 Fax: 254-774-7447 www.spjst.org VĚSTNÍK EDITOR: MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 122) • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VĚSTNÍK Fax: 254-773-8087 vestnik@spjst.org melaniez@spjst.com melaniez@usa.com EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER BRIAN VANICEK, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 139) Mobile: 254-534-2902 vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES AND MARKETING DELISLE DOHERTY 254-773-1575 (ext. 240) Mobile: 832-232-2049 delisled@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNICATIONS MELANIE ZAVODNY 254-773-1575 (ext. 122) Mobile: 254-534-0807 melaniez@spjst.com CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 149) Mobile: 254-721-4739 leonardm@spjst.com CONTROLLER ROY VAJDAK 254-773-1575 (ext. 142) royv@spjst.com DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/VICE CHAIR DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM PO Box 85, Snook, TX 77878-0085 Home: 979-272-3265 • Mobile: 979-224-3125 dv.aggie71@gmail.com DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR JESSE POSPISIL 4710 FM 1331, Taylor, TX 76574-2164 Home: 512-365-1110 • Mobile: 512-826-7371 jlpospisil@yahoo.com DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR/CHAIR JOHN ENGELKE 6475 Gholson Rd, Waco, TX 76705-5330 254-799-4247 john.engelke@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 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 spjst@earthlink.net DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR ANNIE VAHALIK 2508 N Levi St, Victoria, TX 77901-4059 361-649-4888 amvahalik@gmail.com DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR REGINA HOUSE 146 Deer Run St, Pleasanton TX 78064-1510 830-570-2046 spjst202youth@gmail.com
GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE District One - Bill Orsak, Vice Chair PO Box 252, Snook, TX 77878-0252 979-272-1243 • billorsak@gmail.com District Two - Edwin Pechal 10660 State Highway 53, Temple, TX 76501-7446 254-721-2887 • edwinpechal@yahoo.com District Three - Michael Galler 1312 Fawn Lily Dr, Temple Tx 76502-7808 254-744-8973 • mlgaller54@gmail.com District Four - Brad Teplicek PO Box 372, Rowena, TX 76875-4006 325-442-2001 • bptep@aol.com District Five - Dorothy Pflughaupt, Chair 1243 Clovis Rd, Houston, TX 77008-6232 713-859-8976 • dotpflugh@yahoo.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, Secretary 1405 Divide St, El Campo, TX 77437-6152 979-543-7120 • lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - Oscar Korus 2565 Bruce Rd, Poteet, TX 78065-5013 830-391-4169 • oscarkorus@gmail.com REGIONAL GENERAL AGENTS DISTRICT ONE - Jim Schroeder, LUTCF 936-661-2294 • jeschroeder.insurance@gmail.com DISTRICT TWO - Jim Schroeder, LUTCF 936-661-2294 • jeschroeder.insurance@gmail.com DISTRICT THREE - Sabino Garcia 817-909-8899 • garciasabi@att.net DISTRICT FOUR - Lydia Talamantez 325-262-9743 • lillyg636@yahoo.com DISTRICT FOUR - EL PASO AREA - Arnulfo Rivera 915-630-8074 • arnulfok5@yahoo.com DISTRICT FIVE - Kerry Herrington 281-704-5737 • kerryherrington@yahoo.com DISTRICT SIX - Carolina Covarrubia 281-779-9956 • covarrubia.carolina@yahoo.com DISTRICT SEVEN - Ralph Juarez 361-537-5506 • juarez2112@aol.com STATE FRATERNAL DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 (ext. 177) • Mobile: 254-534-0681 frankh@spjst.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Hannah Kovar PO Box 28, Snook, TX 77878-0028 979-220-7904 • ladyjays@tamu.edu District Two - Patsy Koslovsky 764 S St Joseph Rd, Burlington, TX 76519-3108 254-718-1606 • patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Mary Steinman 1136 Westgrove Dr, Saginaw, TX 76179-3463 817-731-2580 • appamary@sbcglobal.net District Four - Ryan Jansa 10377 Penny Lane, San Angelo, TX 76905-7616 325-234-5879 • rjansa1@gmail.com District Five - Melissa Victorick-Brown 2324 Lakeway Dr, Friendswood, TX 77546-6196 832-274-7369 • district5dyc@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 CAMP KUBENA • 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, TX Rob Clift, Executive Director 979-249-5674 • robc@spjst.com
Editor’s Note
Happy Thanksgiving! 400 Years of Thankfulness It’s been 400 years since the first Thanksgiving was celebrated by the
Pilgrims in November 1621. What a magnificent tradition that has endured the test of time. In September 1620, the Mayflower left Plymouth, England, carrying 102 passengers—an assortment of religious separatists seeking a new home where they could freely practice their faith and other individuals lured by the promise of prosperity and land ownership in the “New World.” After a treacherous trip that lasted 66 days, they dropped anchor near the tip of Cape Cod, far north of their intended destination at the mouth of the Hudson River. One month later, the Mayflower crossed Massachusetts Bay, where the Pilgrims, as they are now commonly known, began the work of establishing a village at Plymouth. Throughout that first brutal winter, most of the colonists remained on board the ship, where they suffered from exposure, scurvy, and outbreaks of contagious disease. Only half of the Mayflower’s original passengers and crew lived to see their first New England spring. In March, the remaining settlers moved ashore, where they received an astonishing visit from a member of the Abenaki tribe who greeted them in English. Several days later, he returned with another Native American, Squanto, a member of the Pawtuxet tribe who had been kidnapped by an English sea captain and sold into slavery before escaping to London and returning to his homeland on an exploratory expedition. Squanto taught the Pilgrims,
weakened by malnutrition and illness, how to cultivate corn, extract sap from maple trees, catch fish in the rivers, and avoid poisonous plants. He also helped the settlers forge an alliance with the Wampanoag, a local tribe, which would endure for more than 50 years and tragically remains one of the sole examples of harmony between European colonists and Native Americans. In November 1621, after the Pilgrims’ first corn harvest proved successful, Governor William Bradford organized a celebratory feast and invited a group of the fledgling colony’s Native American allies, including the Wampanoag chief Massasoit. Now remembered as American’s “first Thanksgiving”—although the Pilgrims themselves may not have used the term at the time—the festival lasted for three days. —history.com Best wishes to you and your family for a blessed day filled with gratitude and family. Happy Thanksgiving!
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SPJST Family Fun • • • • • and • • • • • Important Dates (Number in parentheses denotes SPJST district.)
Nov. 22 Nov. 25-26 Dec. 2 Dec. 4 Dec. 4 Dec. 5 Dec. 5 Dec. 5 Dec. 5 Dec. 5 Dec. 5 Dec. 6 Dec. 7 Dec. 9 Dec. 9 Dec. 10 Dec. 12 Dec. 12 Dec. 12 Dec. 12 Dec. 12 Dec. 12 Dec. 12 Dec. 12
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Lodge 8, Weimar Holiday Meal Oakridge Smokehouse, Schulenburg (1) SPJST Home Office Closed • Thanksgiving Holidays District Six hosts SPJST Float El Campo Christmas Parade (6) Lodge 91, San Jacinto Christmas Party Baytown Seafood, Crosby (5) Lodge 180, Burleson Christmas Party Villa Dianna, Burleson (3) Lodge 6, Cottonwood Christmas Party (3) Lodge 23, Moravia Holiday Social (6) Lodge 29, Taylor Christmas Party (2) Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas Party (4) Lodge 54, West Christmas Party • Tours Hall (3) Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas Party • Sokol Dallas (3) State Royalty: Temple Christmas Parade (2) Lodge 32, Victoria Christmas Party Red Lobster, Victoria (6) Lodge 67, Schulenburg Christmas Party Oakridge Smokehouse, Schulenburg (1) Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Christmas Party Taylor Hall, Eddy (2) District One hosts SPJST Float: Christmas On The Square, Caldwell (1) Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas Party Vsetin Educational Building (6) Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Program (1) Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance: Red Ravens (2) Lodge 28, East Bernard Christmas Dinner/Meeting East Bernard Library (6) Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas Party (2) Lodge 142, Houston Annual Meeting Lodge 88, Houston Hall (5) Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Christmas Dinner C&J Barbecue, Bryan (1) Lodge 202, Jourdanton Christmas Party Jourdanton Community Center (7) Lodge 151, Wharton Christmas Social Wharton Depot Museum (6) Lodge 141, Sealy Christmas Meeting/Meal Tony’s Restaurant (1) Lodge 141, Sealy hosts SPJST Float Wallis Christmas Parade (1) SPJST Home Office Closed • Christmas Holiday SPJST Home Office Closed • New Year Holiday Lodge 18, Elgin New Year’s Eve Dance Glen Collins and The Alibis (2) Lodge 24, Cyclone New Year’s Eve Dance Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five (2) Lodge 47, Seaton New Year’s Eve Dance Billy Holt Band (2) Lodge 88, Houston New Year’s Eve Dance Doug Boggs and the Cowboy Jazz Band (5)
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Readers Write Tornado update from Podivin, Czech Republic Dear Sister Melanie, I live only about six miles from where the tornado of June 24, 2021, struck six communities where I had friends living and where taught in schools or private lessons. Yesterday, Saturday, November 6, I took a tour of the towns and villages of Hrusky, Moravska Nova Ves, Mikulcice, Luzice, and Hodinin. It was horrible seeing all the homes, churches, schools, and other buildings damaged some even still boarded up. The homes that weren’t destroyed still show all the scars of being pelted with flying objects. Many of the homes, churches, and other buildings are still undergoing repair work either by the owners being helped by volunteers or companies. In front of many properties are stacks of new roofing tiles, bricks, lumber, and other necessary building materials. In some areas, all of the trees were uprooted leaving the stumps still showing what direction the tornado was moving in. Most all of such trees have been cut up and all the branches and limbs were hauled outside of the location into farm fields where there are large choppers making chips of this wood. There are some workmen still clearing damaged
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trees out of small forests that partially survived the forces of the tornado. I saw the homes where friends lived only now being rebuilt; others, only the bare ground where their house once stood. The schools that were almost totally destroyed are being rebuilt so that they can hold classes in them. Several Sokol buildings are boarded up until the homes, schools, and churches are back in usable condition. My one friend’s new home was so damaged that they had to have it demolished after living there for only two weeks. It all looks worse than being in a war zone. I spoke with several of my friends and former students who lived through the tornado. Their voices told more of a story than what they said . . . the terror, fear, and being thankful for surviving was shown on their faces. I didn’t take any photos as what you see today isn’t what it was - I have my memories of that. My eyes couldn’t take in all that had disappeared, was damaged, or what had been fully repaired because there was just too much to absorb in one time. I may go back at Christmas time to take some cheer to them. Yours, Brother John A. Kuba Podivin, Czech Republic Lodge 133, San Antonio —SPJST—
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Monday, November 22, 2021
FROM THE SPJST Executive Committee October 20 and 21, 2021, Minutes of the Regular Meeting of SPJST Executive Committee held at the SPJST Home Office Temple, Texas PRESIDING The meeting was called to order by Board of Directors’ Chair John Engelke on Tuesday, October 20, 2021, at 8:55 a.m. ATTENDING Board of Directors: Donnie Victorick - District One/Vice Chair of the Board of Directors; Jesse Pospisil - District Two; John Engelke - District Three/Chair of the Board of Directors; Bobby Davis - District Four; Bradley Stavinoha - District Five; Annie Vahalik - District Six; Regina House - District Seven. Executive Officers: Brian Vanicek, President/CEO; Delisle Doherty, Vice President of Sales and Marketing; Leonard Mikeska, Chief Financial Officer; Roy Vajdak, Controller; Melanie Zavodny, Vice President of Communications. Recording Secretary: Linda Hill, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer. OPENING OF MEETING The meeting was opened by Board Chair Engelke with a welcome to all. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was observed in respect for our departed members. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska led the Executive Committee in an opening prayer. ANNOUNCEMENTS President/CEO Vanicek announced the visitors who would be joining the meeting: Home Office Staff Members at 11 a.m.; Rob Clift, Executive Director of Camp Kubena at 1 p.m.; and Larry White and Stephen Gonzalez of AQS Asset Management at 4 p.m. Dinner with RVOS leaders would be at 6 p.m. Home Office Staff Member Linda Hill will be the recording secretary. APPROVAL OF SUPREME LODGE MINUTES After review July 20 and 21, 2021, regular minutes of the Supreme Lodge meeting, Director Stavinoha moved we accept all the minutes as written. Director Pospisil seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. MANAGEMENT TEAM MEETING NOTES The management team meeting notes were reviewed. Director Stavinoha moved to acknowledge the notes as written. Director Vahalik seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
VĚSTNÍK OLD BUSINESS President/CEO Vanicek, Vice President of Sales and Marketing Doherty, Chief Financial Officer Mikeska, Controller Vajdak, and Vice President of Communications Zavodny each presented a report on their old business, and each report was accepted as presented.
Recess was from 5:20 p.m. until Wednesday, October 21 at 8:46 a.m.
President/CEO Vanicek congratulated Lodge 1, Fayetteville on the secured grant of $50,000 from Texas Historical Association to complete the restoration of Lodge 1’s historic hall.
NEW BUSINESS The Executive Officers each presented a report on their new business.
Recess was from 9:57 to 10:10 a.m. STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING The strategic planning meeting will be November 22 and 23. The BKD report and budget will be central themes. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. on November 22. MEMBERS’ PORTAL Controller Vajdak discussed a program of the members’ portal system. Director Victorick moved to add a members’ portal that would allow members to review their certificates online. The cost would be $20,000. Director Vahalik seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously. HOME OFFICE STAFF RECOGNITION Several Home Office Staff were recognized for a total of 165 years of service. They were Linda Hill - 10 years and Marissa Salinas - 15 years from Chief Financial Officer Mikeska’s department; Cynthia Hutka - 35 years from Vice President of Sales and Marketing Doherty’s department; Marie Wolf - 5 years, Debbie Dohnalik - 45 years, and Dorothy Stuchly - 55 years from Controller Vajdak’s department. Recess was from 12 to 12:50 p.m. CAMP KUBENA Executive Director Rob Clift presented a comprehensive report on Camp Kubena. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Committee entered executive session to discuss salaries. Recess was from 3 to 3:28 p.m. AQS INVESTMENT REPORT Larry White and Stephen Gonzalez of AQS presented a report on SPJST investment performance and book yield increase from 4.37 percent to 4.69 percent since January 1, 2021. Needed changes to the investment policy statement were reviewed. Director Stavinoha moved, and Director House seconded, that maximum amount of NAIC-2 be increased to 55 percent of assets and the real estate mortgages amount be increased to 15 percent. Director Victorick moved, seconded by Director Stavinoha, to amend motion to increase from 15 percent to 20 percent. Vote was taken, and the amendment carried unanimously.
Board Chair Engelke welcomed everyone to the meeting. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska led the Executive Committee in an opening prayer.
President/CEO Vanicek presented a program to designate an SPJST Youth Charter Committee, which consists of President/CEO Vanicek, Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director House, Director Vahalik, Vice President of Communications Zavodny, State Fraternal Director Frank Horak, Camp Kubena Executive Director Rob Clift, and all District Youth Counselors (DYCs). Director Engelke recommended that the committee meets on November 4. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Committee entered executive session to discuss salaries. It was noted that there are 41 full-time equivalent SPJST employees of which 33 work at the Home Office. Director Pospisil moved, seconded by Director Victorick, to give each full-time employee a bonus of $500 and $ 250 to part-time employees. The motion passed with six in favor and one opposed. Voting in favor: Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Davis, Director House, and Director Vahalik. Opposed: Director Stavinoha. Recess was from 10:13 to 10:29 a.m. Controller Vajdak discussed information for a technology support specialist and assistant controller. Motion was made by Director Stavinoha, seconded by Director Vahalik, to search for applicants for an assistant controller position, which would be evaluated by a committee. Motion carried unanimously. President/CEO Vanicek proposed that the SPJST 125th anniversary be celebrated in October 2022 at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange and in conjunction with its annual heritage festival. The Committee entered executive session to discuss one of the lodges concerning audit of that lodge. Recess for lunch was from 12:26 to 1:10 p.m. Vice President of Sales and Marketing Doherty presented new annuity products. Motion was made by Director House, seconded by Director Pospisil, to accept these changes to the annuity products that we would allow children to meet membership requirements by purchasing an annuity. Motion carried unanimously. Recess was from 2:50 to 3 p.m.
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Chief Financial Officer Mikeska presented his report of investments. Motion was made by Director House, seconded by Director Vahalik, to ratify the investments for the period beginning July 1, 2021, through September 30, 2021. The motion carried unanimously. Director Pospisil moved, seconded by Director Vahalik, to leave interest payout rates on annuities and Universal Life certificates unchanged from November 1, 2021, to January 31, 2021. Motion carried unanimously. Interest rates on currently marketed products are:
Product Universal Life 4 1-Year Annuity 2-Year Annuity 5-Year Annuity Annuity 7 Lodge Mgmt. Fund
Current Rate 3.00% 1.25% 1.75% 3.25% 3.25% 3.25%
Plan Codes 1282 to 1309 8067 8068 8064 8069 to 8075
Director Stavinoha moved, seconded by Director Davis, to the correction on presented rates to read as 3.25 percent on the lodge management fund account. Motion carried unanimously. Controller Vajdak discussed the appointment of the auditors for the 2021 audit. Motion was made by Director Victorick, seconded by Director Stavinoha, to appoint the JRBT firm. Motion carried unanimously. Director Stavinoha discussed investing in a private equity fund. Motion was made by Director Stavinoha, seconded by Director Davis to invest one-half percent of our portfolio, which could be up to $1.3 million. The motion failed with two in favor, four opposed, and one abstaining. Voting in favor: Director Davis and Director Stavinoha. Opposed: Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, and Director House. Abstaining: Director Vahalik. CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Board Chair Engelke deferred his presiding role to President/CEO Vanicek to conduct the election for Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Directors. Director Victorick nominated Director Engelke to serve as Chair of the Board of Directors in 2022. Director Pospisil made a motion that nominations cease and Director Engelke be elected by acclamation. The motion was seconded by Director Vahalik. Motion carried unanimously. VICE CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Director Stavinoha nominated Director Victorick to serve as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors in 2022. Director Vahalik made a motion that nominations cease and that Director Victorick be elected by acclamation. The motion was seconded by Director House. Board Chair Engelke resumed his presiding role to conduct the remainder of the meeting.
AUDIT COMMITTEE Director Stavinoha asked to be removed from the Audit Committee. Audit Committee members for 2022 are Director Pospisil, Director House, and Director Victorick. 2022 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING DATES Dates for Executive Committee meetings in 2022 are: January 18 and 19 (Audit Committee meets on January 17.) April 19 and 20 July 19 and 20 (Audit Committee meets on July 18.) October 18 and 19 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Director Davis moved for adjournment. Director House seconded the motion, and the motion to adjourn carried unanimously. Board Chair Engelke adjourned the meeting at 5:10 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Executive Committee will begin at 8 a.m. on January 18, 2022. Fraternally submitted by, Linda R. Hill, Recording Secretary Leonard Mikeska, Chief Financial Officer —SPJST—
DISTRICT DIRECTORS’ REPORTS District One Director Donnie Victorick Activity Report July—District One delegates’ meeting in Snook; District One delegates’ meeting in La Grange; State Youth Achievement Day in Temple. August—Lodge 9, Snook meeting; SPJST Convention in Killeen; meeting with President/CEO Vanicek and Board of Directors; travel to Lodge 13, Dime Box to pick up CSPS storage cabinet. September—Lodge 9, Snook meeting; Westfest; Lodge 38, Kovar meeting and delivered sign; Burleson County Fair Parade with District One Royalty; Lodge 47, Seaton Outdoor Extravaganza. October—Visitation for Lodge 24, Cyclone member Milton Zavodny in Temple; Camp Kubena Advisory Committee meeting and strategic planning session; Lodge 9, Snook meeting; visitation for Lodge 38, Kovar member Rita Janak. Fraternally, Donnie Victorick, FICF, CFFM District One Director/ Board of Directors Vice Chair •••
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District Two Director Jesse Pospisil Activity Report July—Helped prepare hamburgers at Camp Kubena; Lodge 47, Seaton Barbecue Cook-Off; Lodge 29, Taylor meeting; Supreme Lodge meeting; delivered new signs to Lodges 47, Seaton / 48, Beyersville / 87, Temple / 177, Academy; delivered new sign to Lodge 24, Cyclone and attended District Two delegates’ meeting; continuing education class “All About Annuities”; virtual class - “Whole Life Basics”; State Youth Achievement Day. August—Lodge 29, Taylor meeting; SPJST Convention in Killeen; Lodge 48, Beyersville fundraiser; Lodge 80, Holland meeting. September—Lodge 29, Taylor meeting; funeral service for Honorary Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride. Commentary We had a very productive meeting. We discussed and voted on many issues. We were able to make our decisions due to the excellent data not only from the officers, but also from the directors. I was anxious to attend our first meeting under the new governance structure. I was wondering how the meeting would be held. But the meeting went in the usual orderly manner as before. Congratulations to the Home Office staff members who received their service awards. The years of service to SPJST were from five years all the way to 55 years with the total years of service being 165 years from six employees. That’s incredible! Thank you to John Engelke and Donnie Victorick for serving as chair and vice chair, respectively, in 2020 and congratulations to both for being re-elected to serve in 2022. Fraternally, Jesse Pospisil District Two Director •••
District Three Director John Engelke Activity Report July—District Three delegates’ meeting at Lodge 25, Ennis; Lodge 66, Waco meeting; Fraternal Focus webcast. August—Visitation and funeral service for Barbara Ladd of Waco; pick up lodge signs at the Home Office; SPJST Convention in Killeen; Lodge 66, Waco meeting; virtual meeting with President/CEO Vanicek and Board of Directors. September—Funeral service for Robert Kasik of West; peeled potatoes at Lodge 6, Cottonwood for Westfest; Westfest parade; special called Board of Directors’ virtual meeting on annuities; Lodge 180, Burleson meeting; funeral service for Honorary Supreme
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Lodge Vice President Gene McBride in Temple; Lodge 92, Fort Worth strategic planning session and delivered signs; delivered signs to Lodge 154, Fort Worth; delivered signs to Lodge 25, Ennis; Lodge 66, Waco meeting; Fraternal Focus webcast. October—Funeral service for Lodge 24, Cyclone member Milton Zavodny in Temple; Camp Kubena Advisory Committee meeting and strategic planning session; District Youth Counselors’ meeting at Camp Kubena; Czech Fest at Dallas Sokol; Fraternal Focus webcast; Executive Committee meeting in Temple.
sion, we need to really think things out and what is best for SPJST, and let’s grow SPJST together. Fraternally, Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM District Four Director
Commentary Thank you to all our distinguished employees and all who serve our members every day. All our employees are greatly deserving of our appreciation. To our members, please enjoy the rest of this year with family and friends. Please make all those moments special, and we will hope for a great new year. Fraternally, John Engelke District Three Director/ Board of Directors Chair
Activity Report July—Pick up signs in Katy for lodges; whole life training; Fraternal Focus webcast; State Youth Achievement Day. August—Polka fest in Needville; delegates’ webcast; mounted signs on building at Lodge 81, Needville; SPJST Convention in Killeen; Lodge 81, Needville fundraiser dance; sales agent class in Needville; virtual meeting with President/CEO Vanicek and Board of Directors. September—Meeting with Vice President of Sales and Marketing Doherty in Wharton; Shiner/hall picnics; Lodge 191, Lufkin meeting and delivered signs; Lodge 91, San Jacinto meeting; delivered signs to Lodge 88, Houston; Lodge 81, Needville meeting; Czech Fest at Lodge 88, Houston; annuity training; Lodge 81, Needville meeting; board training in Austin.
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District Four Director Bobby Davis Activity Report July—Supreme Lodge meeting in Temple; Regional General Agent (RGA) meeting in Temple with RGA Lydia Talamantez; Lodge 230, Midland meeting; State Youth Achievement Day. August—Lodge 49, Rowena meeting; meeting with member in Ballinger; SPJST Convention in Killeen; Lodge 229, Abilene meeting; virtual meeting with President/CEO Vanicek and Board of Directors. September—Set up booth at Fair and Expo in Odessa; special called Board of Directors’ virtual meeting on annuities; set up booth at West Texas Fair and Rodeo in Abilene; meeting with church partnering on fundraiser; Lodge 230, Midland meeting. October—Lodge 49, Rowena membership drive; helped sales agent Ralph Chalfant; meeting with RGA Lydia Talamantez. Commentary I would like to thank the Board of Director and Executive Officers for a good meeting. The year is looking good, but we still need to watch spending. Let’s look and see what kind of return we get on the money we spend. I would like to thank Delisle for the training and meetings he is doing - the programs he is putting together to help the agents as well as the employees in the Home Office. I would like to thank Frank Horak for his work in the Fraternal Department. I know he does a lot and does a great job. We are on the right track, and we need to stay focused. When we meet for our planning ses-
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District Five Director Bradley Stavinoha
Commentary The District Five Fall Funfest was a huge success. We saw an attendance that was not seen in a long time. Lodge 88, Houston President Aaron Rigamonti and the leadership at Lodge 88, Houston are doing really well. There were people dancing around the gazebo, great music, fun, and fraternalism. The stage sponsor fundraiser at Lodge 81, Needville filled up on sponsors in one week. The lodge’s dance floor was damaged during the freeze in February. Funds will be used for a new dance floor. Lodge 172, Pasadena is very close to selling its building finally. Here is what business lessons I learned from the tequila industry and how it is so similar to SPJST. I recently returned from a tequila distillery tour in the Jalisco, Mexico area. In Mexico, the tequila industry has more than 170 distilleries that generate more than 75,000 jobs mostly in the Jalisco area. They produce 375 million liters of tequila. Of that, 287 million liters are exported mainly to the United States. That generates a foreign exchange spill of $2.3 billion. All these distilleries have been in the family for many generations, and most are over 125 years old. They are run by older Hispanic men who are very much set in their ways and hate change. They want things to continue as they have been for many generations in their family and at the distillery. Machismo is the rule here, and strict standards are enforced . . . but changes are happening. The small distillers have become more adaptive and diversified.
I spoke in depth with Gilberto Sauza with Fortaleza and Felipe Camerena with G4 tequila and female owners Leticia Hermosillo with Cava de Oro and Sophia Decobecq with Calle 23 tequilas on business strategy and marketing. Most smaller distilleries have hired new, young and in many cases, female master distillers to change the flavor profile to attract young millennials and female tequila drinkers to attract new customers. Promoting family and community over profits is very important for the small local distillers. The smaller distillers offer more value even though most of the time they are not the cheapest. This is similar to the beer industry where consumers have moved from the large breweries like Budweiser, Miller Lite, and Coors, more consumers now embrace the small craft brewers, and those have taken a huge market share. The tequila industry has also seen the small distilleries thrive in the last few years with consumers preferring the smaller unique companies that meet a niche in the market. Very similar to the tequila industry, SPJST has been around many years with a high set of standards. SPJST is also hiring younger agents and have a larger number of female agents than in the past. SPJST also now has two female directors adding a unique insight and perspective like never before. SPJST also has so much more to offer than the larger life insurance carriers. SPJST meets a niche in the life insurance industry. SPJST also highly values family and community. SPJST also adds value to its products in a highly competitive market. Fraternally, Bradley Stavinoha District Five Director •••
District Six Director Annie Vahalik Activity Report July—Fraternal Focus webcast; District Six Youth Achievement Day award presentations in Taiton; State Youth Achievement Day in Temple. August—Delegates’ webcast; virtual orientation meeting with convention secretaries; SPJST Convention in Killeen; Lodge 41, Port Lavaca meeting and social; Lodge 8, Weimar meeting and social; virtual meeting with President/CEO Vanicek and Board of Directors; Victoria County Czech Heritage Festival Committee meeting. September—District Six Youth outing at Camp Kubena; special called Board of Directors’ virtual meeting on annuities; Victoria County Czech Heritage Festival Committee meeting (decided to cancel festival for this year); Lodge 32, Victoria meeting and social; Lodge 28, East Bernard 50-year member presentations, fire department check presentation, meal, meeting, and social; Placedo Volunteer Fire Department check presentation; Blessing Fire Department check presentation; Bay City Fire Department check presentation; Wharton Fire Department check presentation; Lodge 151, Wharton meeting, memorial service, meal, Hungerford Fire Department check presentation, and social; Lodge 97, Placedo meeting and social; Fraternal Focus webcast.
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October—District Youth Counselors’ strategic planning meeting at Camp Kubena; Czech Heritage Festival in La Grange. Commentary The world is very different now, but we have made a lot of progress toward the challenges of maintaining over 124 years of the ideals, missions, and goals of SPJST. This has been a good meeting, and we are making a difference each and every time we meet. Congratulations and thank you to the Home Office Staff on their many years of service. Your passion for what you do is evident in all that you do for the members of SPJST. You are appreciated! Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Six Director •••
District Seven Director Regina House Activity Report July—Supreme Lodge meeting in Temple; District Seven meeting in Jourdanton; District Seven delegates’ meeting in Jourdanton; State Youth Achievement Day (tabulator) in Temple. August—Virtual AQS Insurance Symposium; Lodge 107, Floresville meeting; virtual orientation meeting with convention secretaries; assisted with convention registration in Killeen; SPJST Convention in Killeen; virtual meeting with President/CEO Vanicek and Board of Directors. September—Rockport Volunteer Fire Department check presentation from SPJST Foundation; special called Board of Directors’ virtual meeting on annuities; Lodge 202, Jourdanton meeting; Lodge 79, Corpus Christi meeting; Lodge 258, Seguin meeting. October—Lodge 107, Floresville meeting; District Youth Counselors’ meeting at Camp Kubena. Commentary I want to thank my fellow board members for such a smooth transition into the new format of the first meeting of the Executive Committee. We had a lot of important decisions to make and we were able to make them in a very productive manner. I am extremely proud of the staff members that received their service awards at the meeting. What an honor it is to be among so many years of experience and so many dedicated individuals. I am also grateful to Rob Clift and his staff at Camp Kubena for the amazing job they are doing to make our camp the best it can be! I am also looking forward to serving with some of my fellow board members and the DYC’s on the Youth Program Charter Committee. Great things are headed our way! Fraternally, Regina House District Seven Director —SPJST—
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From the SPJST State Fraternal Director State Fraternal Director shares December updates
please know that you may contact Vice President of Communications Melanie Zavodny at melaniez@spjst.com for additional information.
SPJST Scholarship Applications Available Online Great news! You can find the new SPJST Scholarship Application by clicking on this link https://spjst.org/scholarships/. The application will be completed and submitted on-line. Here is a list of items to have available prior to starting the application: expected date of high school graduation; names of three personal references and their email addresses and phone numbers; a copy of your high school transcript that has been signed and/or stamped by a school official; a copy of your SAT or ACT scores; and a headshot photograph. Please look on-line for the scholarship application guidelines to help you complete all sections of the application. If you have a 2022 graduating high school senior in your lodge, please let them know they are eligible to apply for an SPJST scholarship. Also, full–time undergraduates who have not received an SPJST Scholarship may apply for the scholarship. Completed scholarship applications must be submitted on-line no later than February 1, 2022. Again, all applications will be submitted on-line. A receipt of application will be emailed to you upon successful submission. For any additional scholarship questions, please contact Sandra Dubcak at 254-773-1575, ext. 127 or by email sandrad@spjst.com.
2022 Lodge Refund Requires Timely Response SPJST’s longstanding Premium Refund Program compensates lodges on the basis of the premium income generated by the lodge and a demonstrated commitment to achieving basic fraternal engagement and reporting requirements. The formula that is used for calculating your lodge’s premium refund for 2022 will be $1 for each paid-up certificate; and 1.25 percent of your lodge’s annual earned premium. As such, there is no maximum amount that any lodge can receive. This premium refund will be automatically deposited in February in the account that your lodge has on file with the SPJST Controller. In the event that the lodge has changed banking institutions, please notify the office of the Controller with the correct account information. In order for the lodge to receive its premium refund for the current year, the following guidelines will apply:
100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Everyone spread the word! October 1 started the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive to benefit the scholarship fund. Through your generous donations, SPJST has been able to continue to provide scholarships to members who wish to further their education. Donations of any amount will be accepted and added to the general scholarship fund that is maintained by the Home Office. No amount is too small or too large. The 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive will run through March 31, 2022. SPJST Meetings: Play It Safe Even though the Corona virus continues to be a part of our lives, we are asking lodges to have more faceto-face adult lodge meetings and youth club meetings. Please review the tips below and incorporate them in your face-to-face adult lodge meetings and youth club meetings. Precautions to consider include actions to prevent transmission between people, where to hold the meeting, and how it can be modified to make a safer environment. Meeting organizers are requested to provide all necessary supplies – masks, hand hygiene stations, hand sanitizer or soap and water, tissues, and distance markers. Meeting on-line or teleconferencing remains an option that should be considered or when precautions cannot be effectively implemented or adequately communicated. If you have any specific questions relating to setting up an on-line meeting,
1. Updated list of lodge officers for 2022. Your lodge president and lodge secretary will be receiving the current roster of lodge officer names, addresses, and contact information that we have for the lodge. The roster is being sent by regular mail from Home Office staff member Tamara Gettys during the fourth week of November. Please update this list as necessary and provide the Home Office with the updated listing on or before January 18. If there have been no changes in your officer listing, then state “No Changes” on the roster and return by email to tamarag@spjst.com or by regular mail to the Home Office; Attention: Tamara Gettys. 2. Service to each other and service to the community represents an important part of the SPJST mission. 2020 and 2021 were extraordinary years due to COVID-19. Recognizing this, consideration has been extended to this year’s reporting process. Lodges that qualified to send delegates to the 33rd SPJST Convention will be considered to have met their meeting/activity obligation for the year 2021. This excludes those lodges where premium refunds are being withheld for various reasons. Lodges which did not qualify to send delegates to the 33rd SPJST Convention will be considered on a case by case basis. If your lodge has been recording its meeting and event activities on the fraternalsgive.org website, please continue to do so. This information is important in that it is used to help in constructing the SPJST’s year-end report to the American Fraternal Alliance. Please know that the process for recording and submitting your fraternal hours for 2022 is being simplified for next year. You will be receiving more information on this in the January State Fraternal Director’s letter.
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990 and 990-T Forms Due May 15, 2022 Please know that your lodge’s 990 and 990-T IRS forms are due to the SPJST Home Office on May 15, 2022. These forms are to be directed to the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. It will be necessary to submit this documentation in order to ensure that your lodge remains in good standing. Outgoing Officers With the election of new officers, do not forget to honor your officers who have given their time and dedication to your lodge. Honor your outgoing leaders by giving them an outgoing officer plaque. Any officer who is not elected to serve in 2022 and does not seek re-election in the future is eligible. The recipient must be a current SPJST member and must be active at the time of selection. The plaques should be awarded at your local lodge meeting. This is the link https://spjst.org/outgoing-officer-forms/ to complete the form on-line at our website. Something to Consider: Strategic Planning for Your Lodge SPJST recognizes the importance of fielding a fraternal program that is relevant and in touch with the lives of its members. Whereas some lodges are experiencing a resurgence in member participation, others have been less fortunate. There are reasons for this: While it is certainly possible for a lodge to experience a level of success without a plan, those lodges whose members have invested the time and resources into a mission and goals can look forward to achieving success at a much quicker pace. A great place to start is by conducting a simple — and fun — strategic planning session that helps to answer, “What is my lodge doing to make a positive difference for its members and for the community?” And with a little bit of advance notice, President/CEO Vanicek and I would love to lend a hand with the process. With just a little preparation, it is possible to conduct this three-step exercise in 60 to 90 minutes. In the end, the information that is collected can be useful in constructing a strategic plan for your lodge. It makes for a fast-paced and enjoyable program. Topics that don’t typically come up in your regular lodge meetings will be the positives as well as the negatives then we talk about how to build on the positives and what we can
VĚSTNÍK do to eliminate the negatives. When we’re done, your lodge will be on its way to move forward with a clearly defined mission statement. If you’d like to have us come in and work with your lodge, please give myself or Brian a call, and we’ll set it up. 2022 State Tournaments Scheduled All SPJST State Tournaments are now scheduled for 2022. Please know that our Regular 42 Domino tournament will be played in another location other than the Temple Home Office. The tournament will take place in Ledbetter, Texas at our Camp Kubena. I will have more information about the location and the special event that will be taking place that day. The 2022 tournaments are: Progressive “42” Dominoes on Saturday, January 8 at SPJST Home Office in Temple; Tarok Tournament on Saturday, February 5 at SPJST Home Office in Temple; Straight Dominoes on Saturday, March 5 at SPJST Home Office in Temple; and Regular “42” Dominoes on Saturday, April 2 at Camp Kubena in Ledbetter. FAC Assistance We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to call me or Tammy. Your District FAC is also available to assist you. State Fraternal Director Frank Horak 254-773-1575, ext. 177 254-534-0681 frankh@spjst.com Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez 254-773-1575, ext. 164 tammym@spjst.com District One FAC Kyle Skrabanek 979-820-0531 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch 254-771-0193 District Three FAC Vicki Sims 214-763-0341 District Four FAC Janeece Williams 806-632-5239 District Five FAC Linda Bratina 832-647-9971 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky 361-798-3347 District Seven FAC Kathleen Polasek 830-570-5800 Fraternally, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—
From the Desk of Delisle L. Doherty SPJST Vice President of Sales and Marketing
It’s Your Life
I Hate Brussel Sprouts . . . I’m Not Too Crazy About Fruitcake Either As many know, I own the Christian Business Fellowship Association in Houston, Texas. This is a business network for Christian business, much like a chamber. Once a month, we take a Bible verse and adapt it to today’s world. A great friend of mine writes these for the businesses. This is so appropriate for everyone I thought I would share it. I would like to give a special thanks to Patrick Howard for allowing me to share it. ‘Tis the Season You know what I mean. The Halloween candy has all been eaten. (How did that happen so quickly?) That first little bit of cold air descends on Houston. (And it didn’t come from your air conditioner.) Pumpkin spice is in the air. (Do we have to pumpkin spice our coffee?) The person you voted for in the last election lost, and your weird brother’s guy won. You wonder how your favorite college team will win enough games to become bowl eligible. All these events can mean only one thing. It’s time for Thanksgiving! That’s right. Thanksgiving is that day when it’s okay to stuff yourself senseless, so you can take a two-hour nap in front of the TV while the Cowboys lose. That day when you get to listen to your crazy brother tell you why the country is going to be so much better because his guy won the election. That day when you rediscover why you despise pumpkin spice anything. Thanksgiving and its associated traditions are uniquely American. We have so much to be thankful for, yet we take so much for granted. Before we dive headfirst into our Thanksgiving routine, let’s take a moment to focus on the words of King David.
1 Chronicles 16:34 – Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! His faithful love endures forever. We serve an amazing God. Not only has He given us the gift of eternal salvation, but he provides for all our mortal needs as well. When we say the Lord’s prayer, we ask Him to provide for our needs (our daily bread); and He is always faithful in providing for us. If you don’t believe me, let me ask. Did you wake up this morning? Did you sleep in a bed under a roof last night? When was the last time you went hungry? Do you have clothes in your closet? Do you have people in your life that love you? We are truly rich with God’s blessings, but it’s never enough. Think about the answers to your questions above. (If you’re like me, your answers may be something like this.) Did you wake up this morning? Yes, but it was too early. Did you sleep in a bed under a roof last night? Yes, but my mattress isn’t very comfortable. When was the last time you went hungry? Never, but I would like to eat at Steamboat House instead of McDonald’s. Do you have clothes in your closet? Yes, but they are old, and I need new things. Do you have people in your life that love you? Yes, but my brother never votes for the right guy. God has given us everything we need, and most of what we want, but it still isn’t enough. Why do we complain? Why can’t we just be thankful for the blessings that God gives us? Why can’t we accept that God has a plan for us and be thankful that He will faithfully provide for all our needs? Why do we complain that we hate brussel sprouts, when there are many who will be hungry tonight?
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I have heard this said many ways, but this is my favorite: Being happy doesn’t mean you have it all; it simply means you are thankful for all you have. My challenge to you this month is to make this your mindset. Whenever you start to complain about something, turn it around and find a reason to be thankful for it instead. Instead of complaining about getting up too early, be thankful that you were healthy enough to wake up. Instead of complaining about your lumpy mattress, be thankful that you slept in your own home last night. Instead of complaining that your brother voted for the wrong guy, be thankful that you live in a country where you are allowed to vote for the wrong guy. Instead of complaining about eating at McDonald’s, be thankful that Whataburger is just down the street.
Instead of turning your nose up at the bowl of brussel sprouts in the middle of your Thanksgiving buffet, move over and grab some mashed potatoes instead. Let those brussel sprouts be a blessing for your weird brother. Then be thankful that you have so much food available to you that you can stuff yourself senseless and take a two-hour nap in front of the TV while the Cowboys lose. There are a lot of people who can’t. This Thanksgiving, focus on the words of King David and give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! My door is always open; figuratively and literally. Stay blessed, Delisle L. Doherty Vice President of Sales and Marketing 832-232-2049 —SPJST—
From the Controller
SPJST Financial Statement as of September 30, 2021 Dear Members: In accordance with the 2021 SPJST By-Laws, I am submitting a report of our Society which is extracted from the Annual Statement for the period ending September 30, 2021. This report gives you pertinent items of information concerning our Society. All items are entered as found in the Quarterly Statement which was filed with
the Texas Department of Insurance in November 2021. Please review this report in detail and should you have any questions, please contact me. Fraternally, Roy W. Vajdak Controller —SPJST—
Certificate Benefits Payable ....................................................... Premiums Received In Advance ................................................ Interest Maintenance Reserve …….................…..........……….. Asset Valuation Reserve ……………………....…..........……….. Other Accrued Liabilities .............................................................
Bonds.......................................................................................... $211,098,182 Stocks ......................................................................................... 3,452,277 Mortgage Loans.......................................................................... 19,229,149 Real Estate: Properties occupied by the Society ..................................... 1,935,750 Properties held for the production of income....................... 3,156,345 Certificate Loans......................................................................... 1,645,088 Cash ........................................................................................... 3,650,183 Other Assets ............................................................................... 3,643,583
Unassigned Funds......................................................................
Certificate Reserves ................................................................... $221,976,292 Liability for Deposit-type Contracts ............................................ 6,574,102
13,250,278
TOTALS ............................................................................... $247,810,557 STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS INCOME
9/30/21
Insurance and Annuity Premiums .............................................. $ 11,956,468 Net Investment Income...............................................................
7,812,175
Amortization of Interest Maintenance Reserve ..........................
279,471
Commissions and Expense Allowance ......................................
208
Net Realized Capital Gains or (Losses) .....................................
(2,632)
Miscellaneous Income ................................................................
15,392
TOTALS ...............................................................................
$20,061,082
DISTRIBUTION OF INCOME Life and Annuity Benefits ............................................................ Refunds to Members .................................................................. Additions to Reserves................................................................. Operating Expenses ...................................................................
$11,287,230 154 5,031,198 3,696,109
TOTALS ...............................................................................
20,014,691
NET INCOME.......................................................................
$46,391
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN CERTIFICATE HOLDERS’ SURPLUS 9/30/21 Balance, Beginning..................................................................... Net Income.................................................................................. Change in Unrealized Capital Gains or (Losses) ....................... Change in Asset Valuation Reserve ........................................... Miscellaneous Changes..............................................................
$13,384,514 46,391 42,250 44792 (267,669)
BALANCE, ENDING ..................................................................
$13,250,278
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TOTALS ............................................................................... $247,810,557 LIABILITIES AND RESERVES
1,094,717 82,493 2,044,045 1,871,218 917,412
TOTALS .............................................................................. $234,560,279
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL CONDITION ASSETS
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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
cember 5. The meeting will be at 2 p.m. A meal of turkey/dressing will be served at 4 p.m., and Santa Claus will arrive at 5 p.m. Everyone, please make plans to attend. Happy Thanksgiving! Dorothy Kucera Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas party Dec. 12 Dear Members, Lodge 4, Hallettsville will hold its annual Christmas party on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at Vsetin Educational Building beginning with registration at 11:30 a.m. A noon meal will be served consisting of fried chicken provided by the lodge with the members kindly asked to bring side dishes and desserts.
Lodge 32, Victoria honors Veterans
Lodge 32, Victoria honors Veterans at its meeting on November 11, 2021. Pictured are, from left, Jimmy Otto, US Army Reserves, and Richard Rasta, US Navy and US Air Force. Not pictured is Franklin Elles, US Army and US Air Force Reserves. —Submitted by Linda Mozisek
Our 50-year and 75-year members will be recognized. Bingo will be played. We hope to see you Sunday, December 12 for good food and entertainment. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 6, Cottonwood Christmas party Dec. 5 President Milton Peterson called the Lodge 6, Cottonwood meeting to order on Sunday, November 7, 2021, at 2 p.m. The youth lead the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto. A moment of silence was observed for the sick and deceased of the lodge. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting. Sister Peggy Dobecka gave the treasurer’s and youth reports. Sister Jeanette Beseda gave the fraternal report. Sympathy cards were sent to the families of Jimmy Uptmore, James Miller, Patty Dragoo, Tony Kubacek, Ron Suwner, David Mynar, John Rauschuber, Davie Adair, Eric Chudej, Kara Greener, and Bruce Gerik. Attendance door prize winners were Jeanette Beseda, Irene Peterson, and Patty Rosales. November birthday was Milton Peterson. We hope he has a wonderful 80th birthday. Christmas Meeting/Meal/Party December 5 The next meeting will be our Christmas meal and party on Sunday, De-
Lodge 23, Moravia holiday social Dec. 5 SPJST Lodge 23, Moravia will have its annual holiday social and meeting on Sunday, December 5, 2021, starting at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Door prizes will be awarded, and 50and 75-year pin recipients will be honored. Recipients will receive an invitation through the mail. Kathleen Guenther Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone reports on successful barbecue fundraiser The Lodge 24, Cyclone meeting was called to order by President Daniel Wilde who led the Pledge of Allegiance and a silent prayer for our deceased members and our Veterans. Brenda Maddux read the minutes of the October meeting, and Linda Wilde gave the treasurer’s report. Shirley Hoelscher presented the fraternal activities coordinator’s report. Scholarship applications are being accepted online at spjst.org until February 1, 2022. The Progressive 42 domino tournament will be at the Home Office on January 8, tarok tournament at the Home Office on February 5, straight domino tournament at the Home Office on March 5, and regular 42 domino tournament on April 2 at Camp Kubena. We discussed the meal on October 31. We sold 700 plates, and we sold some chicken. President Wilde took some plates to Ronald McDonald House
Lodge 47, Seaton member Kennady Keith earns academic, volleyball honors Congratulatrict Setter” in voltions to Kennady leyball. Lynn Keith of Her parents are Lodge 47, Seaton! Rick and Debbie Kennady is excelKeith, and her ling as an honor brother is Trey student and high Keith. Rick and school senior at Trey are also Arlington Lamar members of Lodge High School. She 47, Seaton. is also an outKennady is the standing athlete. granddaughter of Kennady is on Ruth (Shenkir) the All A honor Keith, who is also roll and a member a member of of the National Lodge 47, and Honor Society. Howard and Jean She is currently Stadel of Freeport, 38th out of 507 Illinois. Her greatKennady Keith senior class grandparents are members. She was the late A.F. and recently recognized as a National Anna (Cabla) Shenkir, who were Merit Scholar. longtime members of Lodge 47, SeaKennady is a two-year letterman in ton and who were responsible for the volleyball and softball. Lamar Vik- family’s membership in SPJST. ings recently advanced to the bi-dis—Submitted by trict volleyball playoffs, and Kennady Ruth F. (Shenkir) Keith was awarded “6A First Team All Dis—SPJST—
VĚSTNÍK and Our Lady of Angels Maternity Shelter. Linda Wilde will accept reservations for the New Year’s Eve dance with Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five. She will also accept reservations for the Squeeze Box dance featuring Ted Lange and Mollie B on February 6, 2022. President Wilde has the sign ready to erect. The sign is heavy and will be a job to put up. It will be at FM 485 and FM 964 in all its glory. The old sign will be taken down. Our plan for new members did not work as we had envisioned. Adjustments are being made. We had great cooks at the pits and for the noodles, beans, and coleslaw. Thanks to Daniel and Linda Wilde; Brian and Joan Vanicek; Billy Smetanka; Jason, Shirley, and Jennifer Hoelscher; Derek and Kim Campbell; Dr. Trey and Kathy Richter; Nancy and Mike Carpenter; Dennis, Melinda, Hallie, and Wylie Stojanik; Tiffany Maxwell; Janet Ashcraft; Carl Macek; James Parker; David and Melanie Zavodny Nauert; Laura, Adam, and Austin Bruggman; Jesse and Linda Pospisil; and Steve Bruggman and Chair Cathy Bruggman. Officers elected are: President Daniel Wilde Vice President Cathy Bruggman Secretary Brenda Maddux Treasurer Linda Wilde Reporter Bobby Hoelscher
Monday, November 22, 2021 The trustees were all elected with the addition of Cathy Bruggman. Sadly, we lost Ann Green, Catherine M. Porubsky, Garland E. Schiller , Shirley A. Kelarek, and Wilbert William Mikeska. Our condolences to the families. Birthdays are Jacob Maddux and Jason Hoelscher. On the sick list are Justin Everett and Mark Maddux. Kenneth Halfmann also passed away. For the Lodge, Bobby Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 28, East Bernard Christmas dinner Dec. 12 Dear Members, Lodge 28, East Bernard will hosts its meeting and Christmas dinner on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at 12 noon at East Bernard Library on Clubside Drive. Officers will be elected, and donations will be selected. Fraternally, Helen Kelner, Secretary —SPJST—
Happy Birthday, Allen Lastovica of Lodge 38, Kovar!
Happy birthday to Allen Lastovica of Lodge 38, Kovar! He is pictured with his mother, Rose Lastovica (left photo). At right, Allen celebrates with family members, back, left to right, Sheri, Matt, Elizabeth, and Ethan Holder. They are all members of Lodge 38. Sam, the dog, is also pictured. —Submitted by Dorothy Lastovica
Lodge 29, Taylor Christmas meeting/party Dec. 5 On Wednesday, November 10, 2021, SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor met for its regular meeting. President Ronnie Rieger opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Ronnie asked for a few moments of silence to honor the departed Veterans and those presently serving our country. Officer roll call showed Tammy Cannon absent. Jesse was excused as he was attending the Lodge 177, Academy meeting. The October minutes were read and approved. Ronnie gave the treasurer’s report. Sharon Kaderka reported the members will collect for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive at the December meeting, and Lodge 29 will match the
amount collected. Sharon asked for recommendations as to who we could donate to for Christmas. Mary Jane Pustejovsky made a motion to donate $100 to the fire department for Toys for Tots. Charlie Campbell seconded, and the motion passed. Sharon also reminded everyone about the benefit we are having at the hall on Sunday, November 14. They are selling barbecue plates and having a silent auction, raffle, car show, and a band. It will be downstairs and outside on the grounds. Ronnie recognized the Veterans in attendance and thanked them for their service. They were Frankie Pustejovsky, Leonard Kaderka, and Charlie Campbell. Officer for 2022 were elected. All current officers were reelected. Jesse Pospisil was reelected to the Property Committee (2022-2024). The 2022 officers for Lodge 29 are:
Lodge 84, Dallas members share special bond Lodge 84, Dallas members Charles Nemec and grandson Robert Richard Nemec have a special bond. Charles joined the Army Reserves in September 1960 during his senior year of high school. After he graduated in June 1961, he went to Army Basic Training. Robert (Bob) Richard joined the Army in December 2020
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during his senior year of high school. After he graduated in June 2021, he went to Army Basic Training. Robert’s Army Basic Training was exactly 60 years from when his grandfather went to Army Basic Training. They have lots of stories to share. No doubt, the family is very proud of both of them.
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President Ronnie Rieger Vice President/FAC Sharon Kaderka Secretary/Reporter Linda Pospisil Treasurer Tammy Cannon Property Committee members include Jesse Pospisil (2022-2024); Frankie Pustejovsky and Adolph Grieger (2020-2022), and Scott Kaderka and Mikey Girod (2021-2023). Albin Machu signed up two new members—Vera Kathryn Elam and Abel Campos. Adolph Grieger made a motion to accept the new members, and Scott Kaderka seconded. The motion passed. Members celebrating birthdays in November include Travis Franks, Elaine Machu, Michael Dewbre, Barbara Nygrin, Aaron Jezisek, and Sharon Beran. Door prizes were furnished by Frankie and Mary Jane Pustejovsky and Ronnie and Lynn Rieger. Jesse and Linda Pospisil will donate door prizes in December.
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SPJST Supports Holland volunteer fire department District Two Director Jesse Pospisil presents a $100 check from his discretionary fund to Lodge 80, Holland President Rita Spinn for Holland Volunteer Fire Department. The lodge also matched the donation.
Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas party Dec. 12
Dear Readers, SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton will host its annual Christmas party on Sunday, DeNext Meeting—December 5 We will have our next cember 12, 2021, at Star Hall in Seaton. meeting/Christmas party on Sunday, The afternoon will begin at 3 p.m. with December 5 at 3 p.m. Hopefully, Santa a memorial candlelight service in memwill make an appearance. Members are ory of the lodge’s 2021 deceased asked to bring a side dish or dessert. members. The afternoon will continue Fraternally, with youth members of Lodge 47 preLinda Pospisil senting a Christmas program. Secretary/Reporter Lodge members who have reached —SPJST— their 50th or 75th year of membership at Lodge 47 will be recognized with receiving a membership pin in a ceremony to show our appreciation of your membership. Lodge 32, Victoria The afternoon will also include a visit Christmas party from Santa, social hour, and a delicious turkey and dressing meal provided by Dec. 7 the lodge. We will also recognize special Lodge 32, Victoria met for its bi- guests, SPJST Executive Committee monthly meeting on Thursday, No- members, Lodge 47 Officers and Board vember 11, 2021, which was Veterans Members, and the Fraternalist of the Day. The lodge recognized Veterans at Year. Door prizes will be awarded. We ask those attending, if you desire, the meeting: Jimmy Otto, US Army Reserves; Richard Rasta, US Navy and to please bring a side dish or dessert for US Air Force, a pilot in the Korean War the meal. It will be greatly appreciated. All lodge members are welcome to who flew over the ocean looking for submarines; and Franklin Elles, US attend this day with us at Seaton Star Army and US Air Force Reserves. We Hall! Families of 2021 deceased thank these and all Veterans for their members and our 50-year and 75-year members should have received a special service. The lodge invites members to a invitation. If not, or if you have any Christmas party on Tuesday, December questions, please contact me at 254-7187 at Red Lobster in Victoria at 6 p.m. 1606 or patsyk2011@yahoo.com. Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Sunday, December 12 will be a great Christmas to all! day of renewing friendships, visiting, Linda Mozisek, Secretary great food, and a good time for enjoy—SPJST— ment, fellowship, and fraternalism.
Thank you for being a member of SPJST Lodge 47, and we look forward to hearing from and seeing you! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas party Dec. 5 Dear Members, You are invited to the SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas party on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at 4 p.m. The party will be held at Lodge 49, Rowena Hall, which is located at 706 FM 2133 in Rowena, Texas. Attendees are asked to please bring your favorite snack/finger food. Spirits/beverages will be served. Games for all ages will be available. If you have a favorite game you’d like to play, please bring it! Make plans to bring your family. Come and enjoy food, fun, and fellowship. Please RSVP by November 28 by calling Sylvia 325-442-3141 or Laura 325-365-6485. We are also asking each person to please bring kitchen/cleaning supplies to be used for our lodge hall - dish towels/rags, paper towels, dish soap, etc. Happy holidays from Lodge 49, Rowena! Fraternally, Laura Pospichal President —SPJST—
Lodge 54, West Christmas party Dec. 5 SPJST Lodge 54, West invites members to its Christmas party on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at Tours Hall, located at 301 St. Martin Church Road in West, Texas 76691. Social hour is from 3 to 3:30 p.m. West High Junior Historian Dancers will perform at 3:30 p.m. A chicken fried steak dinner will be served at 4:30 p.m. Santa will visit at 5:30 p.m. Cash door prizes for adults and children will be awarded at the conclusion of the party. Each SPJST family is asked to bring a dessert for the dinner. Meal and refreshments will be provided by SPJST Lodge 54. Come out and enjoy the Christmas party! Please RSVP by November 20 by returning the postcard that each Lodge 54 member household (with
Lodge 84, Dallas welcomes new member Lodge 84, Dallas welcomes new member Alina Mae Patselov. She is the daughter of Jamie Novak and Andrey Patselov. Alina’s mom is a lifetime SPJST member and was a District Three Queen and State Queen. We are hoping Alina will follow in her mother’s footsteps! Alina’s grandparents are Dr. Jim and Lynda Novak and Karina Pirumova and Gene Patselov. Sales agent is Lynda Novak. —SPJST—
Alina Mae Patselov with proud grandmother and sales agent Lynda Novak
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Lodge 67, Schulenburg Christmas party Dec. 9 Lodge 67, Schulenburg will host a Christmas party on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, located at I-10 and Highway 77 in Schulenburg. Social hour with refreshments is from 6 to 7 p.m., and the meal will be served at 7 p.m. Please RSVP by Wednesday, December 1 to Adrienne Kobza 979-7435629 or Ernest J. Kutac 979-561-8686. We look forward to seeing you! Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year from Lodge 67, Schulenburg! Fraternally, Ernest J. Kutac, President —SPJST—
Monday, November 22, 2021 gram “Christmas Carols in Czech” offered on Saturdays through December at 9 a.m. Send an email to schulenburgpubliclibrary@yahoo.com for more information, or see the article on page 19 of this week’s Vestnik. Vicki also mentioned about a live performance of The Bartered Bride that will be held on Saturday, November 21 at Sokol Dallas. Doors open at 12 noon with lunch available from 12 to 1 p.m. and the show starting at 1:30 p.m. New and old business was then discussed. Our slate of officers was selected for 2022, and our monthly meeting dates were set up for February through April. Treasurer Jim Liska then presented his report. Before adjourning, Vice President Vicki thanked everyone for coming to the meeting. She wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving and said she hoped to see everyone at the Christmas party on Sunday, December 5. We then enjoyed our svačina! Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas party Dec. 5 Dear Readers, Just a reminder that this year, SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas is joining with KJT Society No. 111, KJZT Society No. 108, and WFLA Lodge 401 to host a Christmas party to celebrate the holiday season! Please plan to join us for some great food, music, and holiday cheer with good friends. The party will be held on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at Sokol Dallas, located at 7448 Greenville Avenue in Dallas, Texas 75231. Schedule for the day includes: 10:30 a.m. - Doors open 11 a.m. - Mass 12 to 1 p.m. - Social hour 12 to 12:30 p.m. - Visit from Santa (SPJST youth, please contact Lynda Novak at 972-948-4456 to RSVP so Santa knows you will be there!) 1 to 2 p.m. - Lunch 2 to 5 p.m. - Music for your listening and dancing pleasure provided by the Czech Harvesters
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Additionally, there will be a food bank canned good collection. Please be generous by bringing unexpired/nondented canned goods to donate. There will also be a silent auction, 50/50 drawing, and a KJZT prize drawing. Be sure and look for them to enter! All SPJST members are requested to RSVP to either Lynda Novak 972-9484456 or Jim Liska 972-222-0142 no later than Wednesday, December 1. A good time is sure to be had by all so mark your calendars and plan to come and enjoy the day with good friends! Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston seniors encouraged to apply for scholarship Calling all Lodge 88, Houston seniors! If you are graduating from high school in 2022, you may now apply for our Lodge 88 scholarship. Please check out the Lodge 88 website at lodge88.org
Lodge 154, fort worth member mary schneider celebrates 98th birthday
Lodge 84, Dallas reports on November meeting Dear Readers, Members of Lodge 84, Dallas met on Sunday, November 14, 2021. The meeting was brought to order at 2:46 p.m. by Vice President Vicki Sims. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was held for our departed members, those affected by the pandemic, and our troops serving our country. Secretary Cherri Petr read the minutes from October which were accepted by all after a few minor corrections. Secretary Cherri then read the correspondence received. Vice President Vicki Sims gave the youth report in the absence of Youth Leader Lynda Novak. She then gave the Fraternal Council and Czech Culture reports. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Vicki Sims reported on an online pro-
Lodge 154, Fort Worth member Mary (Krupka) Schneider was surprised with a yard full of Lodge 154 friends and Sokol members for her 98th birthday on October 21, 2021. Mary was born October 21, 1923, She also learned how to play cards for the first time. We have missed her through the year of virus restrictions. Mary looked great with her pink crown in her hair of “Happy Birthday” wishes. We received a sweet and thoughtful note from her: “Another year and another precious gathering of great people that wished me a ‘Happy Birthday.’ Thank you for coming
and for all the greetings, birthday signs, and balloons. I loved every part of it and special thanks for the homemade miniature kolaches - delicious!” LEFT PHOTO: Mary (Krupka) Schneider enjoys her 98th birthday surrounded by friends. From left are 2020 State Queen Holly Jones, Carrie Ann Jones, Henrietta Milan, Mary, Carolyn Cleveland, Jerry Milan, Gay Williams, and Mary’s niece. RIGHT PHOTO: Mary greets her son who had just driven in from California. —Submitted by Henrietta Milan
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for the application and deadlines. If you have any questions, please text 713-306-9973 or email carolhavemann@yahoo.com. Fraternally, Carol Havemann, Chair Lodge 88, Houston Scholarship Committee —SPJST—
Lodge 91, San Jacinto Christmas party Dec. 4 Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 91, San Jacinto invited members to its Christmas party on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Baytown Seafood, located at 14226 FM 2100 Road in Crosby, Texas. We will be awarding two $50 gift cards and four $25 gift cards! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from SPJST Lodge 91, San Jacinto! Fraternally, Vonda Smesny Secretary —SPJST—
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The Lodge 141, Sealy Christmas meeting/meal will be at Tony’s Restaurant on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at 6 p.m. The meal costs will be covered by the lodge. All members are invited. Bernice Stolarski, Secretary —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton will hold its Christmas social and quarterly meeting on Monday, December 13, 2021, at Wharton Depot Museum, located at 100 Sunset Street. A catered turkey and dressing meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please RSVP by Friday, December 3 to Carolyn Bucek at 979-532-1910 if you plan to attend so we can let our caterer know how much food to prepare. Members will furnish the desserts. Membership pins will be presented after the meal. Fifty-year members are James T. Lane, Jr., Daniel Louis Macha, and Rita Joyce Vanek. Benedict “Benny” Leon Hundl is our only 75year member. Members of the recipients’ families are invited to attend as guests. Officers for 2022 will be elected. Members with birthdays in October, November, and December will be honored. We look forward to seeing you. Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 142, Houston plans Dec. 12 annual meeting Dear Members, The annual meeting of Lodge 142, Houston will be held on the second Sunday, December 12, 2021, at 2 p.m. with lunch served at 1 p.m. Officers and committee members will be elected. As a reminder again, it is the second Sunday for the month of December. Please make a note, and we hope to see you there! Fraternally, Elizabeth Hermis, Secretary —SPJST—
scenes from ladies circle of lodge 92, fort worth
At the November 9, 2021, Ladies Circle meeting, new members Lynn Cummings, RoseAnn Spann, and Sharon Connaly were welcomed. CENTER: November birthdays:
Marilyn DiOrio and Marlene Bass. RIGHT: Hostesses were Lucy Martinez, Shirley Martin, Margaret Laymance, and Judy Ackerman. Members had a small craft sale with food, kitchen towels, and fall decorations. Garland Ellsworth (second photo) is pictured in front of his turkey decorations and basket. Members showed their gratitude and appreciation for military services of members and non-members of Lodge 92. Pictured far right, member Claire Rooney, served 20 years in the United States Army. Thank you for your service! —Submitted by Lisa Ellsworth
Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station Christmas dinner Dec. 12 Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station invites their members and guests to their December meeting and annual Christmas dinner on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at 12 noon at C&J Barbecue, located at 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan. A buffet meal will be provided. Members are asked to bring a dessert to share. We ask all members to attend this annual lodge meeting. To ensure that enough food will be available, please RSVP by December 7 to Henry Mayo 979-777-1426 - call or text. If no answer, please leave a message with your attendance number. You may also email your RSVP to hpmayo@gmail.com. Remember, we are all in the SPJST family, and it is important to share in this fraternal activity and keep our lodge active. As always, there will be door prizes! Bring your kids and grandkids. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, December 12! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Lodge 189! Fraternally, Henry Mayo, President —SPJST—
Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy hosts successful pancake supper Members of SPJST Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy met for their October meeting. After enjoying a meal, President James R. Hosch called the meeting to order with members reciting the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence. The minutes, treasurer, and FAC reports were then read and approved followed by birthday announcements. Next, Lodge 200 presented a check to Bruceville-Eddy Fire Department Chief Ron Engelke, who was a guest along with wife Yvonne. Old business was discussed followed by new business, which included the upcoming Veterans’ Day pancake supper (which was a success), Christmas party, and election of officers, after which the meeting was adjourned.
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Christmas Party—December 9 The Lodge 200 Christmas party will be held on Thursday, December 9 at Taylor Hall, 100 Fourth Street in Eddy, Texas. The party will start with a social at 5:30 p.m., and the meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Lodge 200 will supply the main meal and desserts. We ask each guest to bring a covered side dish along with a $10 gift for the gift exchange. A mailer will be sent out, but we ask those planning to attend to please RSVP by Friday, December 3 by contacting James R. Hosch 254-718-4798 or Frances McBride 254-534-1930. Please leave a message if no answer. I would like to thank everyone who helped and attended the Veterans’ Day pancake supper. A special thanks to District Two Director Jesse and Linda Pospisil for their assistance. Michael D. Hosch Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy Christmas party Dec. 9 Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy will host a Christmas party on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Taylor Hall, located at 100 Fourth Street in Eddy, Texas. The social will begin at 5:30 p.m., and a meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Come enjoy dinner, door prizes, and a festive evening! Lodge 200 will provide the meat and desserts. Please bring a covered vegetable dish. And, bring a wrapped gift valued at $10 for a fun exchange game.
SP JS T sponsors Keith Elementary Sock Hop
SPJST was a sponsor of Keith Elementary’s sock hop fundraiser. Sales agent Kerry Herrington of Lodge 142, Houston said hundreds of families were present. SPJST had great visibility and made many contacts at the event. It was a successful evening for both Keith Elementary and SPJST!
RSVP with names attending by calling/texting no later than Friday, December 3 to 254-534-1430 (Frances McBride) or 254-718-4798 (James R. Hosch). When calling, please leave a message if no answer. We look forward to seeing you at the Christmas party on Thursday, December 9! Fraternally, Frances McBride Treasurer —SPJST—
SPJST assists Feed my sheep District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, right, presents a $100 check to Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Treasurer David Nauert for Feed My Sheep in Temple. The organization assists the hungry by providing daily hot meals and sack lunches. The lodge plans to match the donation.
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Lodge 202, Jourdanton Christmas party Dec. 12 Lodge 202, Jourdanton’s Christmas party meal/meeting is Sunday, December 12, 2021, at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. Tamales. chili, and all the trimmings will be furnished. ACCEPT has updated its focus to the elderly and will not be collecting canned food or toys for Christmas. You may consider assisting the youth club project by purchasing $10 Walmart gift cards for CASA. Door prizes will be awarded, and games will be played. Bring a friend! Fraternally, Bettie House Secretary —SPJST—
In Memoriam In Memory of Charles Krampota Charles Krampota, age 82 of Pearland, Texas, passed away Sunday, September 19, 2021, at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital in Houston, Texas. Visitation was held 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, September 23 at Scott Funeral Home in Alvin. Funeral Charles Krampota mass was at 1 p.m. on Friday, September 24 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manvel. Graveside service was at 3 p.m. at Restwood Memorial Cemetery in Clute. Serving as honorary pallbearers were grandchildren Lauren, Dylan, Peyton, Reese, and Emma. Charles was born October 2, 1938, in Iowa Colony and was a resident of Pearland since 2006. Prior to moving to Pearland, he lived in Lake Jackson for more than 40 years. He worked as a chemical operator for BASF in Freeport for 33 and one-half years before retiring in 1996. Charles was an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in
Manvel and served eight years in the Texas National Guard. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 162, Iowa Colony. He loved listening to polka and waltz music and going to dances. Charles was an avid fisherman who enjoyed his place on Lake Somerville. He also loved his gardening, especially vegetable gardening. He’s had his tomatoes pictured in Texas Gardener. Charles enjoyed travelling as well, especially to the West coast and mountains. His international travels included the Czech Republic, Austria, and Italy. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Teresa Krampota Sr.; sisters Grace Cook, Ruby McAnally, and Evelyn Giddens; and brothers Raymond Krampota and Melvin Krampota. Charles is survived by his loving wife of 50 years Sandra Krampota; daughter Katherine Deffebach; son Kenneth Krampota and wife Melissa; brothers Franklin Krampota and wife Katie and Jerry Krampota and wife Peggy; grandchildren Lauren, Dylan and Peyton Deffebach, Reese and Emma Krampota; and numerous other relatives and friends. —SPJST—
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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 Online: spjst.org/news/submitarticle-photo 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), State Fraternal Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.
State Fraternal Director shares December youth news 2022 SPJST Youth Club Handbook Review Youth leaders will have an online review of the 2022 SPJST Youth Club Handbook on Saturday, January 29, 2022, starting at 9 a.m. We will wrap up the online meeting before noon. Youth leaders will have an electronic version of the handbook emailed to them weeks prior to the online meeting. Please know I will be setting up this link and sharing it with you. Youth Leaders Appreciation and Workshop Save the date: April 22 and 23 Youth Leaders, due to another event scheduled in Temple on February 25 and 26, we will be moving our Youth Leader Appreciation and Workshop to Friday, April 22 and Saturday, April 23. You and an adult guest are invited to an appreciation social and dinner Friday evening, April 22 at Camp Kubena. This will be a western-themed event, and a catered dinner will be served to you while enjoying live music and mystery theater. Saturday morning will start with breakfast and a question-and-answer session about the 2022 SPJST Youth Club Handbook changes. We will have a breakout session right after breakfast followed by open high ropes, axe throwing, team building at low ropes, and leather craft. We also would love our
three nights in 2022. We will start on Thursday with camp registration beginning at 2 p.m. through 3 p.m. If you are unable to make that registration time, please contact your DYC to make arrangements. Please know if you cannot make it to camp when your district is scheduled, you can register for the other session. Nowhere does it say you have to go with your district. This includes youth who have completed kindergarten to age 13, trained LITs, and chaperones. LIT Camp Thursday, June 23 to Sunday, June 26 Junior Camp Session One Thursday, July 7 to Sunday, July 10 Districts Two, Three Four, Five
chaperones to come out at that time and join us for the Friday night dinner and the Saturday session.
Junior Camp Session Two Thursday, July 14 to Sunday, July 17 Districts One, Six, Seven
SPJST Theme and T-Shirt Contest Winners Thanks to the youth who participated in our theme and T-shirt design contest. We did have low participation compared to other years. We had some great entries thought. Congratulations to:
Quarterly Reports Fourth quarter youth club reports are due in the office on Saturday, January 15. I will also be posting a reminder in our Youth Leadership Facebook group page. Thank you, youth leaders.
Ages 5 to 8 - Amber Jones Lodge 81, Needville Ages 12 to 14 - Bethany Baker Lodge 30, Taiton Ages 15 to HS Senior - Tanner Wood Lodge 49, Rowena Overall Winner: Ages 9 to 11 - Camila Cabrera Lodge 185, New Braunfels Congratulations to Camila on her awesome design which appears on page 1 of this week’s Vestnik!
District Youth Achievement Days All districts for 2022 will conduct their YAD in person. We will be changing to an online registration through the SPJST website. The only craft categories that will need an attachment upload will be photography, a photo of the hobby kit box, and photo or .pdf of the recipe card for desserts. All other categories will be registering the project. YAD dates and locations are:
SPJST Camp T-Shirt Orders In 2022, we will be ordering our tshirts differently than in past years. All orders must be placed online. Youth clubs that order t-shirts for their members will need to get their orders together and purchase them online through our website. Individuals will need to do the same. I will have more information in next month’s newsletter.
District One - Sunday, July 10 Caldwell Civic Center District Two - Sunday, July 17 Lodge 47, Seaton District Three - Sunday, March 27 Lodge 25, Ennis District Four - Sunday, June 12 Venue TBA District Five - Saturday, July 16 Lodge 88, Houston District Six - Sunday, July 10 Taiton Community Center District Seven - Sunday, June 12 Lodge 202, Jourdanton hosting
Dates for 2022 Camp Sessions Youth leaders and parents, please know that all camps will go back to
The royalty speech topic for 2022 is “My SPJST family — What It Means To Me.”
Royalty contestants will need to upload a copy of the speech and headshot phone (not a full-frontal photo). State Youth Achievement Day State YAD will be in Temple at the Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center on Saturday, July 30. District Youth Development Workshop Each district will conduct its own workshop for the youth. Leaders and parents, please bring your youth club members to the workshop. District One - At spring meeting District Two - Sunday, February 20 District Three - Saturday, January 22 District Four - TBA Districts Five and Six - Sunday, January 9 Lodge 81, Needville District Seven - TBA 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Everyone spread the word! October 1 started the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive to benefit the scholarship fund. Through your generous donations, SPJST has been able to continue to provide scholarships to members who wish to further their education. Donations of any amount will be accepted and added to the general scholarship fund that is maintained by the Home Office. No amount is too small or too large. The 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive will run through March 31, 2022. Youth SPJST Scholarship Applications Online Now The SPJST scholarship application is now available online at https://spjst.org/scholarships/. If you have a 2022 graduating high school senior in your lodge, please let them know they are eligible to apply for an SPJST scholarship. Also, full-time undergraduates who have not received an SPJST Scholarship may apply for the General Scholarship. The application will be completed and submitted online. Please look online for the scholarship application guidelines to help you complete all sections of the application. Completed scholarship applications must be submitted online no later than February 1, 2022. Again, all applications will be submitted online. Here is a checklist of items to have prior to starting the application:
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• Expected date of high school graduation • Names of three personal references and their email addresses and phone numbers • Copy of your high school transcript that has been signed and/or stamped by a school official • Copy of your SAT or ACT scores • Headshot photograph A receipt of application will be emailed to the applicant upon successful submission. For any additional scholarship questions, please contact Sandra Dubcak at 254-773-1575, ext. 127 or email sandrad@spjst.com. Vestnik Project Vestnik Projects are accessible at www.spjst.org under the Youth Program tab. Fraternally, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth assists at district fall fun day Dear Readers, District Two Fall Fun Day was held on Sunday, October 24, 2021, at Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall. We had lots of fun games, and I drove the tractor for the train ride for the kids. Seth Martinez, age 15 —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth ready for holidays Dear Vestnik Readers, It is almost Christmas! I can’t wait. I want a Lego Mario and Lego Mario set from Santa for Christmas. In December, we get to do my SPJST hall’s Christmas play. Also, in one week, it will be Thanksgiving. We get to go to my Mawmaw and Pawpaw’s house! It is getting colder outside which makes me sad. Well, happy holidays to everyone, have a good Thanksgiving meal, and see you in December! Fraternally, Travis Ordogne, age 9 —SPJST—
2022 SPJST YOUTH THEME CONTEST WINNERS. Congratulations to age category winners, left to right, ages 5 to 8 - Amber Jones of Lodge 81, Needville; ages 12 to 14 Bethany Baker of Lodge 30, Taiton; and ages 15 to high school senior - Tanner Wood of
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Lodge 49, Rowena youth excited about football playoffs
Lodge 49, Rowena youth plays on varsity football team
Dear SPJST, We made it to the playoffs for football. Our game is this Friday in Llano, and I’m pretty excited. We have all our players back from being hurt so that’s a good sign. I hope we can win and continue to go on. Tanner Wood, age 17 —SPJST—
I was moved up from junior varsity to varsity for our playoff game, and I’m going to start on kickoff and punt. I’m pretty excited about it all. Hunter Wood, age 15 —SPJST—
Lodge 49, Rowena youth participates in Halloween haunted house My parents did a Halloween haunted house for my school fall festival, and I got to be in it. It was so much fun scaring all the little kids, junior high kids, and some adults. I was a clown part of the time, and the other time, I was dressed in a bear suit and scared people. Cotton Wood, age 11 —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club reports on November meeting Dear Readers, The youth of Lodge 84, Dallas continue to meet virtually. Youth Leader Lynda Novak reminded everyone about the lodge’s Christmas party on Sunday, December 5 at Sokol Dallas. She also reminded us all to continue submitting our Vestnik projects. She congratulated us all on our beautiful Christmas ornament submissions at the District Three Fall Fun Day in October. She announced that the SPJST youth theme for 2022 is “Saddle Up with SPJST” and that the design contest promoting the theme was due to State Fraternal Director Frank Horak by November 1. The new year will be bringing lots of activity so we need to keep on our toes! Fraternally, Josh Tucker, age 11 —SPJST—
Lodge 49, Rowena. The overall winner (pictured on page 1) is Camila Cabrera (ages 9 to 11) of Lodge 185, New Braunfels. Her winning design will appear on the 2022 Youth Program promotional materials and on camp t-shirts.
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Melissa grew up in Snook, the daughter of Donnie and Janice Victorick, and became a member of Lodge 9, Snook before age one. Legend has it, the late Ernest Jakubik was in the driveway shortly after her parents got home from the hospital to sell them her first insurance certificate, making her a lifetime member of SPJST. One of her earliest memories was winning the Little Miss Burleson County contest when she was four. She recalls the host asking about her favorite color and something she’d want if she were to win. When she answered black balloons, the crowd laughed. Black balloons continue to be a favorite today. Attending SPJST camp is another early memory. The cabin time, horseback riding, nature walks, and the friends made in the non-air conditioned cabins are some of her favorite memories of Camp Val Verde. Melissa looks back at her time as a member in the SPJST Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club and reflects on how all of the
group skits and the vividly recalls Get to Know choosing each word fun times were made to convey her mesat SPJST lodge District Five sage about success dances. These activYouth Counselor and what it meant to ities made up a large part of her youth. On Melissa Victorick-Brown her. It was her mom, however, who the serious side, worked on stage learning leadership presence and speech skills by serving on rehearsals every afvarious committees ternoon. Over and and as an officer over again, she dethroughout the years livered the speech, prepared her for having to start over helping in the adult if a word was mumlodge today. bled or slurred. MeThankfully, her lissa can still recite youth leaders always that speech from encouraged the club 1987. The hard to participate in all work paid off, and YAD events. WinMelissa won the State Queen title, rening state with a tap alizing a goal she set dance to “Jump” for herself when she was a significant acfirst joined the complishment, but SPJST youth club. winning at royalty was always a goal. Melissa played volleyball, basketball, At 14, Melissa’s youth leader asked and softball, ran track, and was a cheerher to run for District One Queen, and she couldn’t wait to begin work on her leader in high school. In addition, she speech. She and her dad went to the li- was a state qualifier in both track and brary on a Sunday afternoon and wrote UIL keyboarding - yes, that was a thing. the speech using Bobby Knight’s anec- Fun fact: Today, Melissa can type about dotes and John 90 words a minute and often accepts typWooden’s book, ing challenges from her classroom stuThey Call Me dents. In addition to SPJST, Melissa was acCoach. Her career as a speech tive in the youth program at church, 4-H, teacher likely showing pigs, lambs, and chickens. She started that day also participated in the 4-H interstate exbecause she change program to Minnesota and New
York and remains good friends with her host families today. Growing up in a small community has its advantages. Today, Melissa serves as District Five Youth Counselor and serves as a rules and regulations committee member at Lodge 88, Houston. Melissa is the former Lodge 88
secretary. In addition, Melissa teaches speech and mentorship (PALS) at Friendswood High School while serving as Fine Arts Team Leader, Leading Learner Academy instructor, an instructional technology coach, and as the district UIL Academic Coordinator. Her absolute joy comes from supporting her husband Allen and cheering on daughter Addison, also a Lodge 88, Houston member.
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BENEVOLENCE HUMANITY BROTHERHOOD
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Uředni orgán SPJST ★ Založené roku 1897
Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech Lekce sedmnáctá Lesson 17 Množné číslo Forming plurals The nominative plural of masculine animate nouns has, for both hard and soft stems, the ending i, which softens the hard consonants before it. had - hadi čert - čerti pán - páni voják - vojáci Čech - Češi doktor - doktoři S
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There is much fluctuation in the usage of the plural i and ové. Perhaps one rule of thumb to follow is to use the ové form when speaking and writing formally. S
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Tluče bubeníček, tluče na buben, a svolává hochy: “Hoši pojďte ven! Zahrajem si na vojáky, máme flinty i bodáky, holá, hůra, hej, nikdo nemeškej!” —SPJST—
CESAT offers online Czech Christmas carol lessons through December
Exercise Write the nominative plural of these words:
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Čechy Mariánské Lázně Teplice Karlovy Vary
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Czech Ex-Students of Texas (CESAT) is pleased to announce the Schulenburg Public Library will offer free Czech Christmas carol lessons online through December at 9 a.m. Individuals - from the comfort of their homes - will be able to learn the words for Czech Christmas carols and the melodies to these carols. To receive an invitation to the online meeting, please email your request to schulenburgpubliclibrary@yahoo.com. Submitted by, Thadious Polasek Lodge 67, Schulenburg —SPJST—
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You’re invited to visit TCGS Gift Shop during our Christmas Open House Each year, Texas Czech Genealogical Society staffs its Gift Shop, located in the lower level of the SPJST Home Office at 520 North Main Street, Temple for 10 days in early December to help folks with their Christmas shopping. In 2021, we will be open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from November 29 through December 10. In addition to our beautiful glass Christmas ornaments, you will find an array of other gift possibilities - all related to our Czech culture - such things as Czech crystal and pottery, books, aprons, jewelry, Czech glass nail files, maps, dictionaries, textiles, spa wafers, poppy seed and other items available for your enjoyment or for gift-giving. If possible, please call 512-971-4284 to let us know which day you plan to visit, as we will be following covid protocol. This article is the final one that introduces our 2021 Christmas ornaments related to a legend, a symbol, or a tradition. There is still time to place an order for shipment to your home as we plan to ship until December 10. Today’s offering consists of three of our newest ornaments along with a few of the most popular ornaments from the past. Some of them are in short supply, and when they are sold, they will be gone forever, so order today! The Symbol of the Angel and Bell No. CW-521 - $16 For centuries, bells have been rung to announce the arrival of the CHRISTmas season. They symbolize the announcement of the birth of Christ when bells tolled and many angels in heaven sang praises to God and declared, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men” (Luke 2:14). This soft blue frosted ornament reminds us of the clanging of bells and the singing of the angels that was experienced that first CHRISTmas day.
VĚSTNÍK The Symbol of the Hummingbird No. CW-821- $15 The hummingbird symbolizes love, joy, wonder and beauty.Hummingbirds are fascinating creatures which have been around since ancient times. Looking at a hummingbird from one direction may show its throat to be red, blue or green. From another angle, it may be cold black. Their color depends on how light filters through their feathers and is only partly caused by pigmentation. Hummingbirds spend their breeding season in the United States after which they fly to Central and South America. A hummingbird weighs about the same as a nickel, yet it flies over five hundred miles, nonstop, to cross the Gulf of Mexico. They can do things no other birds can. Their wings beat approximately eighty times per second and their extra flexible joints enable them to go from full speed to a full stop in the blink of an eye and to fly backwards. This unique ability teaches us that we can look back at our past without dwelling on it as we move forward. As the hummingbird hovers to drink nectar, we are reminded to savor each moment in life. The Legend of the Panda No. CW-1121 - $10 Pandas originated in China and are considered a “national treasure”. The Chinese government has even given them as gifts to other countries’ governments! This popular legend describes how the panda got its black markings: Pandas were originally as white as snow. A group of panda cubs became friends with four female shepherds who watched their flocks in the mountains near the village. One day as the girls were playing with a panda cub, a leopard appeared and tried to attack the cub. The young girls threw themselves between the leopard and the panda to save it, but they were all killed by the leopard. The pandas in the area were saddened by their deaths and held a service
to honor them. The pandas spread black ashes on their arms in mourning. As they wept, they wiped their eyes with their paws and covered their ears to block out the sound of the crying as they hugged each other. As they did these things, the black ash blackened their fur. They did not wash it off and today, pandas are covered with black markings. Noah’s Ark No. OR 207 - $11 The story of Noah’s Ark and the great flood, found in the Book of Genesis, is common to the religions of Judaism, Christianity, Islam and the Baha'i Faith. It tells of extreme punishment for human wickedness in the form of an enormous flood. God saved only Noah (a righteous man), his family and pairs of each animal, bird, and crawling creature on earth. They all took refuge in an ark which Noah built while the waters rose. After the waters subsided, God promised never again to cause such a flood. The Guardian Angel No. OR-203 - $22 Angels symbolize purity, peace and love and are a comforting presence for all of us. Angels announced the news of the birth of Jesus, who was God’s gift for all the people of the world. Our guardian angels help to keep each of us on the right path in life, guiding us through life’s many experiences and uncertainties. The Christmas Tree No. OR-201 - $18 Fir trees are widely recognized symbols of the Christmas season. In ancient times, the fir tree symbolized nature’s triumph over the deadly cold and darkness of winter. Christians began using fir trees to represent Christ’s gift of eternal life. The tree also became known for its nurturing attributes. The large
branches of the tree gave protection to the birds and it also provided shelter to other animals during the chilling, wet, winter months. In more recent times, other varieties of trees are used as Christmas trees. Wreath No. OR-204 - $15 The wreath symbolizes the eternal nature of love - never ceasing and never ending. It is one continuous round of affection. Because they are circular in shape, symbolizing eternity, the circle of life, and endless hope, people began to use them at Christmas. Wreaths combine several Christmas symbols including holly, fruit, mistletoe, evergreens, tinsel, or other items, all of which retain their own symbolism on the wreath. The wreath has no beginning and no end, symbolizing God Himself. For questions or to place an order, please contact Nancy Machu at nbmachu@gmail.com or 512-971-4284. The officers and chairmen of the Texas Czech Genealogical Society thank you for your friendship and patronage in 2021 and wish you and those dear to you a most wonderful CHRISTmas season and a healthy, happy 2022. Submitted by, Nancy Machu Lodge 20, Granger —SPJST—
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Monday, November 22, 2021
Pumpkin Swirl Brownies Betty Crocker Kitchens
Filling 3 ounces (from 8-ounce package) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1 Tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 egg, separated, yolk reserved for brownie batter
Czech Tongue Twisters Naše lomenice je mezi lomenicemi ta nejlomenicovatější. Our gable is the best gable of all gables. Pan kaplan v kapli plakal. The chaplain cried in the chapel. Vlk zmrzl, zhltl hrst zrn. The wolf froze, he swallowed a handful of grains. http://www.locallingo.com/czech/phrases/fun-phrases.html
Brownies 1 box (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Supreme original brownie mix Water, vegetable oil, eggs called for on brownie mix box for cakelike brownies Reserved egg yolk Steps 1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom of 9inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray. In small bowl, mix cream cheese and sugar with spoon until smooth. Add pumpkin, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and egg white; mix until well blended. Set aside. 2. Make brownie batter as directed on box, adding reserved egg yolk. Reserve 1/2 cup brownie batter; set aside. Spread remaining batter in pan. Spoon filling by Tablespoonful dollops evenly onto batter, making 3 rows by 3 rows. Spoon about 1 Tablespoon of the reserved brownie batter in center of each filling dollop. Draw knife through mixture in four straight lines horizontally, then vertically for swirled design. 3. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool 30 minutes on cooling rack. Refrigerate at least 1 hour until chilled. Cut into 4 rows
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by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator. Makes 16 servings. Tips • Take cream cheese out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before stirring up the batter, allowing it to soften and warm up. Or, to quickly soften cream cheese, remove from wrapper and place on microwavable plate. Microwave uncovered on High about 10 seconds or just until softened. • Adding the extra egg yolk to the brownie batter gives structure and helps the cream cheese filling swirl throughout the brownies. • Be sure to insert toothpick in the brownie and not the cream cheese filling when testing for doneness. • To make cutting brownies a breeze, line the baking pan with foil, allowing some to hang over edges of pan. Once the brownies are chilled, you can lift them out of the pan onto a large cutting board, peel foil away and cut into serving pieces. • You can freeze leftover pumpkin in an airtight container for your favorite recipes. Just thaw and stir before adding. https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/pumpkin-swirl-brownies/a04602d7-4c6a-4008-9224-9c76a5ccd4f7
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Czech Proverbs Co můžeš udělat dnes, neodkládej na zítřek. Don't put off till tomorrow what you can do today. Dobrá rada nad zlato. Good advice is better than gold. Dvakrát měř, jednou řež. Measure twice, cut once. Hloupý kdo dává, hloupější kdo nebere. He who gives is foolish, he who doesn't accept is even more so. Host do domu, hůl do ruky. If a guest comes to your home, grab a stick. http://www.myczechrepublic.com/czech_culture/czechproverbs.html
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Czech Cultural Calendar Tuesday through Saturday Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, 119 West French Avenue, Temple. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To arrange a private small group tour, contact the Museum: czechheritagemuseum@gmail.com; or leave a message 254-899-2935. The Museum hosts Czech Films on the second Tuesdays of the month - at Beltonian Theatre, 219 East Central Avenue, Belton: Matinee at 3 p.m.; Night - 6 p.m. Free admission. Donations accepted online or through a donation box at the concession window. Imported Czech beer, wine available. Every First and Third Tuesday Evenings Tarok Parties—at Czech Heritage Museum, Temple, 119 West French. All ages and anyone interested are welcome. No admission or fee. Jimmie and Carolyn Coufal are award-winning tournament champions who not only teach beginners, but also help experienced players increase their skill. For information, call CHMGC 254-899-2935; find them on Facebook; or on the web at https://czechheritagemuseum.org. Monday through Saturday Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto Street in Houston, Texas 77004-5719, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit revamped exhibits. Experience the culture, art, music, and stories of many Czechs, Slovaks, and people of all cultures who left their country to seek liberty and democracy in America. For information, call 713-528-2060; or visit czechcenter.org. —SPJST—
CDs Taylor Czech Chorus CDs Newest CD: The Taylor Czech Chorus Still Carrying On the Tradition CD plus song booklet - $18.00 + $4.50 shipping Holiday CD: Czech Sounds of Christmas CD plus song booklet - $18.00 + $4.50 shipping Original CD: The Taylor Czech Chorus - Songs of Our Heritage $10.00 + $4.50 shipping
Send check to: Buster Pavlicek 112 Walnut Tree Loop Georgetown, Texas 78633
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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 Wednesday at 12 noon, unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly 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 nonprofit 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 even-numbered months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Sunday, December 12—Christmas party in Vsetin Lodge Meetings: Held every other month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville. For information/updates, call 361-798-3347. 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 254-717-0383 or Jeanette Beseda 254-7177840. 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. 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: 979-272-3732. 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: 979-884-1451. 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 512269-8180. 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 hHwy 36, east of Buckholts, 1/4 mile east of downtown Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: 254-217-2863. Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly. For information, call 254721-3902.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a nonsmoking facility. Polka and Country band bookings: FL Meyer 512-940-7970. Hall phone: 512-285-3100. Dances: 3 to 7 p.m.; cover $10 per person - unless otherwise noted. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Follow us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/elginSPJSTlodge18 and on Twitter - @SPJSTelgin18 . 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. 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 25, ENNIS (3) 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 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 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 979218-4931.
LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) Please Note - Hall Thanksgiving and Christmas Open/Close: SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Hall will be closed for Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 26. Hall will reopen for business Saturday, November 27 at 3 p.m. Hall will be closed on Christmas Eve - Friday, December 24 and Christmas Day - Saturday, December 25. Hall will reopen for business on Sunday, December 26.
LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, December 12—Christmas Dance: Red Ravens, polka Friday, December 31—News Year’s Eve: Glen Collins and The Alibis, country. $20
Regular business hours: Hall is open Wednesday through Sunday, 3 to 10 p.m. All Friday dances: 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. with free admission. Hamburgers served each Friday beginning at 6 p.m.
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. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
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 325-656-0029.
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 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 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 361-2207725.
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 35, ELK (3) Saturday, November 27—Wedding Saturday, December 4—Wedding Saturday, December 11—Steve Dansby Saturday, December 18—Gordon Collier
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 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 254715-0275; mrdudemann@yahoo.com.
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 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: 512-237-9099/day; 830-839-4353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 512-332-6758. 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 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 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 361-552-5170 or email danmarysitka@yahoo.com. 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: 254-985-2548. 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) 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. Update: Hall is complete! We are now taking bookings. Hall Bookings/Rentals: Call Kim Ogden 512-739-9324 or email SPJST48@gmail.com. Lodge meetings: Second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the hall. Youth club meetings: Held prior to the adult meeting at 5:15 p.m. Call Youth Leader Michelle Newsom 512-913-0226 for information. A notification will be sent to members if meeting times need to be changed.
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: 254-657-2485. 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. 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/Rentals: Marion Morales 281-650-4466. Hall Phone: 361-7934742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m.; meal at 12 noon at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Kristen Jones 936-556-3248 or Assistant Youth Leader Krystle Bender 832-792-1194. 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.
VĚSTNÍK 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 254773-2363. LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Friday, December 31—New Year’s Eve: Doug Boggs and the Cowboy Jazz Band, 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. 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 information, call 713-869-5767, 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 Zoom Meetings: Held second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. To join, please email spjstyouthlodge88@yahoo.com for link. For information, contact 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 817-624-1361. 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 214-9063385 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 830-9645135. 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.
Monday, November 22, 2021 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 979922-1553.
LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) UPDATE - Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Our Lodge activities have shut down and the building and property are for sale. For information, call Lodge Secretary Jerry Dressler 512-5519009.
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 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 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 713-560-5377. 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 979618-1890. 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 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 817731-2580. 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 512-472-1721. 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) Sunday, November 21—Lodge 160, San Angelo annual meeting at Wall Brethren Church Hall: Lunch served at 12 noon. Door prizes. 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 325-651-8045; 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 713-3031471. 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 979-2514150; or Lenora Bliznak 979-277-8845.
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 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth 100 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 254-7495732. 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: 682-800-3485. 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 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 361-772-3876 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 979-777-8215. 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: 979567-4264. 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 979-567-0637. 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. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) 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.
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LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Lodge/Hall Information: George Scogin 936-875-2867. Lodge Meetings: Due to Covid-19, meetings are now held quarterly. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Phone: 281-373-9482; 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 713-515-2835. 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 254-7184798. 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 830-281-8246. 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 940-8550882. 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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