Mar - Apr 2014

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Mar - Apr 2014

CATHOLIC FAMILY
FRATERNAL JOURNAL
#265 • PUB NO (USPS 585060) • Temple, TX 76501 • March/April • 2014
Congratulations to the 2013
Diamond Status Societies!
Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas - K.J.Z.T. is proud to announce that 64 societies have
achieved Diamond Status and 4 societies have achieved Ruby Status for the year of 2013. Each
recognized society will receive a funding check to be used to help with operations.
The Board of Directors, State Officers and State Staff extend their gratitude to these dedicated
societies who give so much of their time and service to their churches and communities.
The following are the winning societies:
Diamond Status -
Celebrating the Church’s
Diversity
.................................. page 3
Society News
................................... page 8
Kitchen Corner
.................................. page 12
Family Funday Information
......................... page 14 & 15
Junior News
................................. page 16
New Members
..................................page 21
Society No. 1 Yoakum
Society No. 2 Hallettsville
Society No. 3 St. Mary's
Society No. 4 Praha
Society No. 5 Shiner
Society No. 6 Bryan
Society No. 7 Dubina
Society No. 9 St. John
Society No. 10 Fayetteville
Society No. 11 West
Society No. 12 Sweet Home
Society No. 14 Moulton
Society No. 15 Corn Hill
Society No. 16 Ennis
Society No. 17 Nada
Society No. 18 Granger
Society No. 20 Cistern
Society No. 21 Marak
Society No. 22 Wallis
Society No. 23 Hostyn
Society No. 24 Ammannsville
Society No. 27 Caldwell
Society No. 28 Frenstat
Society No. 29 Frydek
Society No. 30 East Bernard
Society No. 31 La Grange
Society No. 32 Houston
Society No. 34 Hobson
Society No. 37 Hochheim
Society No. 40 Poth
Society No. 41 Ellinger
Society No. 42 Sealy
Society No. 43 Ganado
Society No. 44 Moravia
Society No. 45 Tours
Society No. 46 Corpus Christi
Society No. 47 Industry
Society No. 48 Cameron
Society No. 49 Needville
Society No. 53 Wied
Society No. 65 Holman
Society No. 66 Weimar
Society No. 69 Smithville
Society No. 72 El Campo
Society No. 75 Jourdanton
Society No. 77 Rosenberg
Society No. 83 Flatonia
Society No. 85 Damon
Society No. 93 Austin
Society No. 99 Baytown
Society No. 100 Bay City
Society No. 101 Victoria
Society No. 104 Abbott
Society No. 108 Dallas
Society No. 111 Edna
Society No. 115 Freeport
Society No. 118 Taft
Society No. 120 Sugar Land
Society No. 123 Raymondville
Society No. 126 Palacios
Society No. 130 Georgetown
Ruby Status Society No. 19 Taylor
Society No. 38 San Antonio
Society No. 86 Seymour
Society No. 124 Texas City
Catholic Family Fraternal Journal
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A Letter from
ThePresident
By Loretta Stahl, State President
Congratulations to all Societies who attained Diamond & Ruby Status in the Fraternal. Communities and
Parishes throughout the State have benefitted from the many hours of volunteer work the Members of all
local Societies have generously given. The leadership offered by the local Society Officers has made all the
wonderful projects and activities possible. The actions of our Membership prove that every Volunteer hour
given helps to change or enhance someone’s life.
Our District meetings have begun with great attendance. We look forward to seeing you at future meetings.
Congratulations to all 50 and 75 Year Pin Recipients. Thank you for your many years of dedication to the
Fraternal.
Mrs. Bernadette Lytle, former Assistant State Secretary, retired on January 31, 2014 after 19 plus years of
service in the Insurance Department. We appreciate her dedication and expertise and wish her many happy
years of well deserved retirement.
Please contact the State Office if we can be of service to you concerning your existing insurance certificate or annuity or if you are interested in purchasing additional insurance or annuity products. Our Staff is
happy to assist you with any questions or concerns.
Have a Safe and Happy Spring!
CATHOLIC FAMILY
FRATERNAL JOURNAL
(USPS 585-060)
PUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY
BY CATHOLIC FAMILY FRATERNAL OF TEXAS
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Editor
Editorial Assistant
Loretta Stahl
Liz Hernandez
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Austin, Texas 78741
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STATE OFFICERS
President/CEO Loretta Stahl
VP/Insurance Services Pam Strickland
VP/Financial Controller Carrie Janecek
STATE DIRECTORS
Emma Jean Ribar
6704 FM 2269
Buckholts, TX 76518
(254) 697-6349
Sofie Perkins
3104 Traylor Blvd.
Rockport, TX 78382
(361) 729-7310
The Austin-based nonprofit educational organization PolkaWorks is documenting currently-practiced traditions in Czech communities throughout the state for their exhibit Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition.
Curators Lori Najvar and Dawn Orsak, alongside the PolkaWorks team, are traveling the state to interview,
research, photograph and film Texas Czechs and their events.
The exhibition will document and share traditions such as dance, food, music, and language with a statewide audience to honor Texas Czech culture and inspire a deeper understanding of all cultures. It will travel
statewide and beyond and be hosted in museums, schools, libraries and at special events. The exhibit is
made possible in part with a grant from Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment
for the Humanities, and through a donation from the Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas–the K.J.Z.T., and
individuals like you.
For information and to learn about how you can be a part of this important and timely production,
visit www.polkaworks.org or call 512-448-4536.
Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas - K.J.Z.T. supports:
March/April 2014
Arlene Cloyd
7181 Kiesewetter Rd.
Bellville, TX 77418
(979) 865-9006
Deborah Kaspar
P.O. Box 1677
Brazoria, TX 77422
(979) 798-6472
Grace Vinklarek
16052 N State Hwy 95
Flatonia, TX 78941
(830) 839-4400
Joan Johnson
7446 FM 1181
Ennis, TX 75118
(214) 728-6160
Joyce Kurtz
769 Private Road 3077
Hallettsville, TX 77964
(361) 293-7688
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to:
Attn: Editor
P.O. Box 18896
Austin, Texas 78760-8896
K.J.Z.T. Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday
8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
March/April 2014
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
April 27
The District VI meeting will be held in Sinton at the
Sacred Heart Parish Hall. Registration will begin at
1:30 p.m. followed by the meeting and a meal.
May 3
Join Hands Day: a national volunteer day that brings
young people and adults together to begin a yearround process of relationship building and to make
great contributions to your community. Make sure to
send us stories of your projects!
May 5
Society No. 120 Sugarland will hold a Quarterly
Meeting at the Family Life Center at 7:00 p.m.
May 11
Happy Mother’s Day!
May 15
Society No. 115 Freeport will hold a Quarterly Meeting at St. Michael’s in Lake Jackson at 12:00 p.m.
May 18
The District IX meeting will be held in Victoria at Our
Lady of Victory cafeteria. Registration will begin at
11:00 a.m. followed by the meeting and a meal.
May 26
The State Office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
June 5
Society No. 43 Ganado will hold a Quarterly Meeting
at the Assumption Parish Hall at 3:00 p.m.
June 16
Society No. 69 Smithville will hold a Quarterly Meeting and commemorate Flag Day at City Hall and then
the cafe around 11:00 a.m.
June 26
Guardian Angel Camp begins this day and culminates
on Sunday, June 29th with Junior Division Awards
Day. To sign up for Camp, contact State Co-Ordinator of Junior Activities Anne Wick. Then make plans
to attend Awards Day and celebrate the accomplishments and hard work of our Fraternal’s Juniors!
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Celebrating the
Church’s Diversity
By Rev. Msgr. Joseph Hybner, State Chaplain
I recall when I was a little boy, before I started school, when we went to Church on Sunday with my
family that my Mother and Father always spoke with parishioners in the Czech language. This was
before Church; during the Church service; and after church. We always parked in the same spot and
other folks did also; so it was sort of a weekly reunion.
The Priests of the parish were of Czech Culture, both Monsignor Louis P. Netardus and Edmund
Bily-the Priest who baptized me. After Monsignor Netardus, Father John Hanacek was appointed to
Shiner and he also spoke Czech. We always had two sermons; in the Czech language and the English
language. There was no speaker system, but all were able to hear because the sermon was given on the
high pulpit which was situated about twenty feet from the Communion rail!
When I started school I was blessed to have a Czech nun, Sister Caecilia who spoke Czech! But I
learned to speak English with all the children and learned to read English.
In time I recognized there was diversity in the grammar grades, in high school in the seminary all during my years of training and studies for the Priesthood.
In parish life one must realize that we all come together with different cultures, but we pray the Prayer
that Jesus taught us – Our Father! Jesus gives himself to us as the one Bread of Life! When we come
together with different cultures Jesus unites us with himself.
In 1980 when I was Pastor of St. Agnes Parish in Edna, Texas we recognized there were different
cultures in the Parish Community. Much to our surprise we had eight different cultures in the Parish:
namely 4 Czech, 5 German, 6 Italian, 3 Irish, 2 African-American, 2 Latin American, 8 Asian-American and 1 Native American. We decided to come together on a Sunday afternoon in November to give
thanks to God for the gift of our Family Culture with food of our culture.
We gathered at the Church for the Holy Eucharist. The Gift that makes all of us, One Family in Christ
with different cultures. United in Christ we processed to the Parish Center to partake of the cultural
food prepared by different cultures. What a sight to behold; all the different ethnic, cultural foods with
signs and flags and colors of the different countries.
With great anticipation each one present wanted to taste and savor the food of each culture. There was
much joy and conversation asking about the recipes and making of the different foods.
There was much love and joy amongst all the different cultures! At one point during the celebration I
said to all who gathered; let’s stop for a while and look around you; THIS IS WHAT HEAVEN WILL
BE!
We will be special guests of The Father’s Son and HOLY SPIRIT. The Mother of JESUS, MARY
will be there with her Spouse JOSEPH! JEJDANECKY!!! And who else do you want to be there with
you!!!
All cultures somehow touch the Living Body of Christ! As Catholics we cannot live the Gospel to its
fullness without engaging culture. How beautiful and useful it is to learn from one another.
Catholic identity is rooted in culture or it is not rooted at all, for faith finds its home in language, in
symbols, stories, rituals and ethnic food of the people.
Since 1492 many people have come to the Americas; each one with a specific culture and becoming
“one Family”. The struggles are not easy, but in the end we are a beautiful “Mosaic; shining for one
another!
That’s what Resurrection is all about!
Happy Easter Season!
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March/April 2014
Bernadette Lytle
Celebrates Retirement
Mrs. Bernadette Lytle was honored for over 19 years of service as an employee
of Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas – K.J.Z.T. State Office. A retirement celebration was held on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at 12:30 p.m. at Texas Land
and Cattle Steak House in Austin in her honor. Vases of hydrangeas were placed
on all of the tables. There were approximately 40 guests in attendance including
family, friends and those who have worked with Bernadette over the years.
Bernie, as everyone is used to calling her, arrived at the party with a big smile
on her face and embraced everyone she had not seen since her last day in the
office in January. Bernie was frequently a beacon of laughter and happiness
and her presence at the State Office was dearly missed. Friends gathered to
celebrate Bernie’s retirement over a 3-course lunch. State Chaplain Monsignor
Joseph Hybner opened the meal with a prayer. He spoke on the miracles of Bernie’s namesake, St. Bernadette of France.
After lunch, President/CEO Loretta Stahl spoke to those in attendance about
Bernie’s dedication and the work she has done for K.J.Z.T. She then presented
Bernie with a Texas-shaped plaque as an Award of Service and a monetary gift
from the Fraternal.
Next, VP/Insurance Services Pam Strickland stood to recognize Bernie’s many
accomplishments, complimented her work ethic and the great service she has
provided to members.
Working in the Insurance Services Department, Bernie spoke with many members over the years. You could always hear her being compassionate with those
on the other line and more often than not, hear her laughing and joking with said
person. She would get off the phone and we would ask, “Bernie, did you know
that person?” “No.” Bernie would say. If you have called the State Office anytime in the last 19 years, you have probably heard the cheerful voice of Bernie.
Pam Strickland spoke of Bernie as an employee as well as a friend, sharing
funny anecdotes with the group of their times together. Pam and Bernie worked
together for 18 years.
Gifts were then presented to Bernie. Each person upon presenting a gift to
Bernie, spoke kind words of their time with Bernie, the impact she made on
them, how different it would be without her, but also wishes and congratulations
offered for her to enjoy her well-deserved time off!
Bernie received gifts of jewelry, gift cards, flowers and decorations for her
garden.
Everyone was glad to see Bernie again and were happy to wish Bernie off on
a wonderful retirement.
Pictured (L to R) are President/CEO Loretta Stahl and Bernadette Lytle with her Award of Service.
Pictured (L to R) are VP/Insurance Services Pam Strickland - Bernadette’s last boss, State Director Grace Vinklarek - Bernadette’s 2nd boss, Bernadette Lytle and former State Secretary Wanda
O’Leary - Bernadette’s first boss.
Pictured above at left are Bernadette and her husband, Lewis. Pictured above at right are Allan
Fuller, Bernadette’s son and Bernadette.
Pictured at left (L to R) are Barbara Biehunko, Allan Fuller, Bernadette Lytle, Lewis Lytle and John
Biehunko.
March/April 2014
II
DISTRICT NEWS
The District II Annual Meeting and Social was hosted by Society No. 24
Ammannsville on Sunday, March 9, 2014 at the K.J.T. Hall in Ammannsville, Texas. Registration began at 1:30 p.m. and the meeting started at 2:00
p.m.
A Memorial Service for the deceased members of District II was held
with the assistance of the Praha Junior members. Candles placed around
the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary were lit by the Junior members as the names of the twelve
deceased members were read. Father Tim Kosler read the scripture readings.
After the Memorial Service, Anne Wick, State Co-Ordinator of Junior Activities, advised everyone of some of the Junior Division’s upcoming activities, then the Juniors sang and danced
which was enjoyed by all. After their program, they were dismissed to their own meeting and
activities.
The meeting was called to order by Secretary Sharon Kana. Sharon welcomed everyone to the
meeting and introduced the State and local officers. State Officers attending were President/CEO
Loretta Stahl, State Director Joyce Kurtz, Co-Ordinator of Junior Activities Anne Wick and Director of Marketing and Sales Jim Wiest.
The local officers attending were President Gloria Miksch, Vice-President Nancy Srubar, Secretary Sharon Kana and Treasurer Clara Christ. Roll call was held: 4 Praha – 14, 7 Dubina – 3,
9 St. John. – 1, 24 Ammannsville – 16, 44 Moravia – 2, 66 Weimar – 3, 83 Flatonia – 1, 81
Schulenburg – 0, Guests – 10.
A motion was made by Betty Stolarski of 24 Ammannsville and seconded by Jeanette Zouzalik
of 83 Flatonia to dispense the reading of the minutes of the last meeting, motion carried. Society
No. 7 Dubina accepted to host the next District Meeting and Social.
President/CEO Loretta Stahl gave a check to Secretary Sharon Kana to defray the expenses for
hosting the meeting and social. She also mentioned some of the changes made during the convention, such as the By-Laws were updated, the Board of Directors will appoint the President/
CEO in the future and a member can be a delegate to the convention even though her spouse is
affiliated with another insurance company. She gave a brief financial report.
State Director Joyce Kurtz welcomed and thanked everyone for coming. She thanked all the
societies for a great job and also mentioned that each society achieved Diamond Status. She
showed everyone the new bar chart wherein the Platinum Status was added wherein you must
attain all other levels, plus a new member. Mrs. Kurtz also thanked those that attended the Appreciation Dinner at Robert’s in Flatonia, she was very pleased with the outcome. She ended
with saying that everyone should keep up the good work. The Diamond certificates were then
presented to each society.
Director of Marketing and Sales Jim Wiest introduced the newest insurance agent, Glenna
Brown and pointed out some of the changes made to insurance policies. He also urged everyone
to solicit new members and refer names to the insurance agents. He stressed the fact that anyone
can now become a member, it is not necessary that they be Catholic.
State Director Joyce Kurtz then presented 50-Year Membership Pins to Susan Velasquez, Doris
Kokes, Lisa Ann Demmerle, Alane Beekman, Virginia Spaniel and Lillie Zimmerhanzel of Society No. 4 Praha; Sharon Simmons of Society No. 7 Dubina; Rebecca Ordiway, Nancy Srubar
and Cynthia Carther of Society No. 24 Ammannsville; Rose Brosh of Society No. 44 Moravia;
Charleen Kocian, Judith Dusek, Bernita Watson, Carol Watson, Mary Ann Stoker, Wanda Alexander, Mildred Nietsche and Gail Stryk of Society No. 66 Weimar and Rose Parma and Cheryl
Treybig of Society No. 81 Schulenburg.
Chaplain Rev. Tim Kosler led everyone in the Prayer for World Peace and said the blessing before the meal. Secretary Sharon Kana thanked everyone for coming, the door prizes were given
and the meeting adjourned. The refreshments were served.
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Diamond Status Certificates
Pictured (L to R) are State Director Joyce Kurtz, Joyce Janda for 9 St. John,
Jeanette Zouzalik for 83 Flatonia, Marjorie Grunewald for 66 Weimar, Willie
Mae Kristynik for 7 Dubina, Theresa Rerich for 44 Moravia and Georgia Cerny
for 4 Praha.
50-Year Membership Pins
Pictured (L to R) are Judy Dusek of 66 Weimar, Nancy Srubar of 24 Ammannsville, Becky Kaluza Ordiway of 24 Ammannsville and State Director Joyce Kurtz.
Juniors
Pictured in front is Quade Brothers. Pictured in back are Chelsea Brothers,
State Coordinator of Junior Activities Anne Wick, Cole Brothers, Assistant Junior
Director Darlene Brothers and Megan Brothers.
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ANNUAL BOARD OF
DIRECTORS’ MEETING
January 28, 29 and 30, 2014
The Annual Board Meeting was called to order following Mass on Tuesday,
January 28, 2014. All Board Members were present. Pam Strickland, VP/Insurance Services, and Monsignor Joseph Hybner, State Chaplain were also in attendance. The meeting began with a prayer by Monsignor Joseph Hybner, State
Chaplain, and the Pledge of Allegiance and Texas Pledge.
The Quarterly Board Meeting Minutes of October 22 – 23, 2013 and the Special Board Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2013 were reviewed. They were
approved as presented.
The 2013 fourth quarter investment report was reviewed and approved.
The elected Board of Directors from the XXXIV Regular General Convention
were installed. Retired State Director, Mary Ann Marek presented newly elected
Board of Director, Joyce Kurtz her Director’s pin.
There was a retirement luncheon at Green Pastures restaurant for retired State
Director, Mary Ann Marek, on Tuesday, January 28, 2014.
Carrie Janecek, VP/Financial Controller, joined the meeting.
The Mortgage Loan Guidelines were reviewed. After a brief discussion the
guidelines were updated.
Jim Wiest, Marketing and Sales Manager, joined the meeting. Mr. Wiest presented the 2013 Sales Report. He updated the Board on his recruiting efforts,
and changes to the life and annuity application.
Barbara Taylor, Human Resource Representative, joined the meeting. Mrs.
Taylor presented changes to the Employee Handbook and gave a report on employee salaries.
Tom Pyle, Allen Bailey and Associates, joined the meeting. Mr. Pyle presented
cost projections for 2014 and reviewed the credited interest rates.
Shafeeqa Watkins Giarratani, Norton Rose Fulbright, joined the meeting. Mrs.
Giarratani introduced herself and updated the Board on Employment Labor
Law.
Carrie Janecek, VP/Financial Controller, discussed past due loans, profit and
loss statement, marketing expense report, transfer of funds report and the budget.
Pam Strickland, VP/Insurance Services, reported on membership, life insurance and annuities.
Loretta Stahl, President/CEO, presented the Auditor’s 2014 Proposal to the
Board. Mrs. Stahl also reported on the Clerical Endowment Fund, Fraternal
Program and gave an office update to the Board. A loan document was reviewed
along with the Investment Guidelines.
Mike Janak with International Fixed Income provided lunch on Thursday, January 30, 2013 and joined the meeting. Mr. Janak presented the quarterly report on
the Fraternal’s investment portfolio.
The meeting ended with a Family Fun Day discussion and was adjourned on
Thursday afternoon with a prayer.
Respectfully submitted by,
Pam Strickland
VP/Insurance Services
Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas – K.J.Z.T.
March/April 2014
Statement of Condition
Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas - K.J.Z.T.
December 31, 2013
Assets
December 31, 2013
Bonds and Stocks
December 31, 2012
$106,430,038
$94,999,090
$10,960,743
$11,969,195
Real Estate
$440,845
$484,058
Certificate Loans
$283,705
$244,550
$7,683,130
$9,051,750
$125,798,461
$116,748,643
$105,575,285
$97,184,252
$145,807
$147,597
Investment Reserves
$3,218,192
$2,629,530
All other Liabilities
$4,165,069
$2,262,447
$113,104,353
$102,223,826
$12,694,108
$14,524,817
$125,798,461
$116,748,643
Mortgage Loans
Cash and Other Assets
Total Assets
Liabilities
Certificate Reserves
Accumulated Dividends
Total Liabilities
Surplus
Total Liabilities & Surplus
The next issue's deadline is May 14th.
Please send your articles and photos to:
Loretta Stahl, Editor
P.O. Box 18896
Austin, TX 78760-8896
Editors Note:
-The Fraternal Journal will not return photos.
-Please type or neatly print your entries to insure that the information is correct.
-Journal entries are accepted on a journal news
report form or by email at [email protected]
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March/April 2014
Dangerous Notions
Concerning Retirement
By Jim Wiest FIC, CFFM,
Marketing and Sales Manager
More than one-third (34%) of Americans who participate in a retirement plan
say the primary goal of their plan is to generate guaranteed monthly income for
life, new research shows.
The TIAA-CREF (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association – College Retirement Equities Fund) recently disclosed this finding in a nationwide survey
of 1,017 adults, age 18 years and older, on their retirement plans. The study was
conducted by KRC Research, an independent research firm.
According to the report, 40% of Americans want to make sure their savings are
safe no matter what happens in the financial markets. 15% desire a competitive
rate of return on their savings.
Although the common goal for retirement is an income for life, I was surprised
to find that 72% of respondents either do not have or are unaware if their retirement plan has a lifetime income option. While usually not an option for mutual
funds, it is common for pension plans, annuities and life insurance cash surrender values.
The most dangerous notion is the tremendous gap between the percentage of
pre-retirement income that experts believe Americans will need to live comfortably in retirement (70% to 90%) and the proportion that survey respondents
believe. Two-thirds (66%) assume the percentage will be between 25% and 75%
of pre-retirement income.
“In addition to unrealistic expectations about the amount they will need to live
on, Americans are unclear about how much they need to save,” the report states.
“Experts recommend that Americans save at least 10% of their annual income
for retirement, including contributions from their employers.
“However, the survey found that 44% of those who haven’t retired are saving
10% or less of their annual income,” the report adds. “Even more alarming is
that 21% aren’t saving for retirement at all.” Sadly, it is alarming but it is also
not surprising.
44% of survey respondents are either somewhat or very concerned they may
run out of money in retirement. However, only 21% expect to receive income
from annuities.
Here is where being uninformed can become dangerous. 53% plan to use savings withdrawals as one of the sources of monthly retirement income. I assume
this is due to the previous statistic that 72% are unaware of lifetime options. If
retirees make withdrawals from their retirement savings that are equal to the income payments they would receive from a lifetime annuity (assuming the same
interest rate), there is a greater than 50% chance that the retiree will outlive
his or her savings. Taking a lifetime option would pay a similar amount, but it
would be an income they will never outlive.
K.J.Z.T. has several strategies to help you save that 10% or more of your income to provide a more secure retirement. Call your local agent today or the
Home Office at 888.253.2338.
Fraternally and sincerely,
Jim Wiest FIC, CFFM
512-897-8338
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Plan Sponsor: 414 CATHOLIC FAMILY FRATERNAL OF TEXAS, KJZT
Year To Date 2014 Aggregate
Group Savings Report for March, 2014
Group Savings Report for March, 2014
Prescriptions Group
Filled: Savings Report for March, 2014
67
180
Prescriptions Filled:
67
180
Prescriptions
67KJZT
180
Plan
Sponsor:
414
CATHOLIC FAMILY FRATERNAL OF TEXAS,
Normal
RetailFilled:
Pricing:
$2,861.20
$7,314.35
Normal Retail Pricing:
$2,861.20
$7,314.35
Normal
Retail
Pricing:
$2,861.20
$7,314.35
Discount Program
Pricing:
$4,963.21
Year To Date 2014
Aggregate
Group
Savings Report for March, 2014 $1,856.67
Discount Program Pricing:
$1,856.67
$4,963.21
Discount
Program
Pricing:
$1,856.67
$4,963.21
Total DollarsFilled:
Saved By Your Cardholders:
$1,004.53
$2,351.14
Prescriptions
67
180
Total Dollars Saved By Your Cardholders:
$1,004.53
$2,351.14
Total
Dollars
Saved
By
Your
Cardholders:
$1,004.53
$2,351.14
AverageRetail
SavedPricing:
Per Discounted Prescription:
$27.15
$23.28
Normal
$2,861.20
$7,314.35
Average Saved Per Discounted Prescription:
$27.15
$23.28
Average
SavedDiscounted
Per Discounted
Prescription:
$27.15
$23.28
Your
Group's
Prescription
Savings:
39.26%
37.31%
$1,856.67
$4,963.21
Your Group's Discounted Prescription Savings:
39.26%
37.31%
39.26%
37.31%
$1,004.53
$2,351.14
$27.15
$23.28
39.26%
37.31%
Total Savings For 2013 Aggregate
707
707
Prescriptions
707
Normal RetailFilled:
Pricing:
$32,625.77
$32,625.77
Normal
Pricing:
$32,625.77
DiscountRetail
Program
Pricing:
$18,850.40
Total Savings For 2013
Aggregate
$18,850.40
Discount
Program
Pricing:
$18,850.40
Total
Dollars
Saved
By
Your
Cardholders:
$13,775.37
707
$13,775.37
Total Dollars
Saved
By Your Cardholders:
$13,775.37
Average
Saved
Per
Discounted
Prescription:
$28.94
$32,625.77
$28.94
Average
SavedDiscounted
Per Discounted
Prescription:
$28.94
Your Group's
44.91%
Discount
Program
Pricing: Prescription Savings:
$18,850.40
44.91%
44.91%
Total
Dollars
Saved
By Your
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Society
News
The Society held a fundraiser to benefit the St. Joseph Cemetery in Ennis. The money collected, plus matching funds from
the State Office, was used to purchase wrought iron
signs for ease in locating sections and burial sites.
16 Ennis
Pictured (L to R) by one of the new alphabetical signs is Treasurer
Georgie La Scala, Secretary Alene Eggers, President Elsie Marak
and Cemetery Committee President Leon Kubin.
The Society held its first meeting of
the year on February 9, 2014 at the
K.J.T. Auditorium dining room. President Elsie
Marak called the meeting to order. Junior members
joined in with prayers for sick members and led the
Pledge of Allegiance. They were then dismissed to
their own meeting.
Secretary Alene Eggers read the minutes from the
November 10, 2013 meeting. Dorothy Prachyl made
a motion to approve the minutes and State Director
Joan Johnson seconded the motion. Treasurer Georgie LaScala gave her report. The Cheer Committee
read the names of the members who received CEF
Mass enrollments. Also, thank you cards were read.
President Elsie Marak gave a report on the December 14th and 15th bake sale which netted $840.00.
The Society donated two Wal-Mart gift cards of
$25 each to the raffle held at the Ennis Czech Music
Festival on February 8th. The event was attended by
many Society members.
Mrs. Marak announced the next meetings would
be on April 13th, June 8th and November 16th. The
District Meeting will be on July 13th in West at the
parish hall and the annual Mass and Celebration will
be on August 16th.
The Knights of Columbus will have a fundraiser on
March 8th at the KC Hall for the charities they sponsor. The Society was asked to support their event.
There will be a benefit held at the K.J.T. Hall on
16 Ennis
February 22nd for K.J.Z.T. Society No. 16 Ennis
member Tricia Zabojnik to help pay for her medical
expenses. The event will include a meal, raffle and
auction. Members were encouraged to attend.
The parish will hold a Sts. Cyril and Methodius
celebration on February 16th to honor the two brothers who brought Christianity to the Slavic nations.
All Fraternal Societies were asked to assist with the
event. Following the Mass there will be a procession
from the church to the event location and a Junior
member will carry the Society’s banner.
Mrs. Marak read and explained the Good of the Order Committee proposals from the Convention held
last year. She also explained the new Platinum level
and announced that the Junior camp raffle tickets are
now available.
Those present discussed possible Community People Helping People projects. It was decided to finalize plans at the next meeting.
State Director Joan Johnson gave information on
the Fraternal Fun Day in Waco and the sponsorship
of the Society’s local “Winter Walkers” program.
She also spoke of the January 18th officers and
convention delegates meeting held at the St. John
Catholic Church school compound. The event was
informative and provided an exchange of ideas and
suggestions for Society meetings and events. The
meeting was followed by a luncheon.
The meeting was adjourned. The Juniors joined
in for closing prayers, followed by a social with refreshments.
March/April 2014
At the February 5th meeting at St.
93 Austin Louis Church, the Society present-
ed a statue of St. Theresa the Little Flower and a
clerical to Grace Vinklarek in appreciation of her
service as the State Director who served their Society for the past several years. Society members appreciated her attendance at their monthly meetings
and wish her the best in her new assignment.
Pictured is State Director Grace Vinklarek holding her statue.
Recently Society Officers, Jane
93 Austin Hellinger and Phyllis Teykl, visited
long time member Louise Long at her home in South
Austin. The special occasion was the presentation
of a 75 year membership pin to Mrs. Long. Also
present were Louise’s daughters and other family
members. After the presentation everyone present
gathered at a local restaurant to continue the celebration. For years Louise was a very active member
of Society No. 93 holding various offices. Congratulations Louise! We pray that God will grant you
many blessings.
On Saturday, February 8, 2014,
members provided home
baked items for the brunch honoring the ladies that
belong to the Altar Guild and Flower Guild at St
Louis Church. The room was beautifully decorated
with flowers provided by Freytag’s Florist. Maroon
and olive green ribbons with diamond shaped mirrors adorned the linen covered tables. The program
was led by Bea Lamb, Director of Liturgy at St.
Louis Church.
93 Austin Society
Pictured (L to R) are Jane Hellinger, Louise Long and Phyllis Teykl.
Pictured (L to R) are Annette Kohoutek, Anita Kutach, Phyllis
Teykl, Laura Duckworth, Alice Kubacak, Jane Hellinger, Diane
Wright, Sarah Vitek and Eileen Rosipal.
Pictured is 75-Year Membership Pin Recipient Louise Long.
March/April 2014
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On Tuesday, February
18th, members met for
their first quarterly meeting at the St. John’s Center. President Rose Rhode called the meeting to
order and led members in opening prayers for living members, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flags. Secretary Mary Jane Toddy read the
minutes and Treasurer Lois Kaspar filed her report.
Vice-President Val Cufr read three thank you notes.
President Rhode read correspondence from the State
Office. A donation of $100 was given to St. John’s
Church to purchase a hand carved Nativity Scene
from Bethlehem. A gift of $20 was also given to Father Steve for his birthday. Two fundraisers will be
held in May: one for the Fire Department and the
other for the St. John’s Altar Society. Val Cufr won
the attendance prize. After there was no more business the meeting adjourned. Prayers were said for
the deceased members, especially most recent Clementine Wostarek.
The first quarterly meeting
37 Hochheim of the society was held on
January 14, 2014 at the home of Pauline Kloesel.
The meeting opened with prayer led by President
Ruby Wigginton. Meeting dates for the remainder
of the year were set for April, July and October.
The Christmas social will be held in December. A
fundraiser was discussed and a meeting with members will be held soon to determine when to hold
it. St. Ann Feast Day Celebration was set for July
27th with an evening Mass and social to follow.
The Society will also host the First Sunday (after
Mass) refreshments on July 6th. Also discussed was
the various projects to be undertaken throughout the
year. The meeting adjourned with prayer after which
refreshments furnished by Pauline were enjoyed.
10 Fayetteville
The Society held their 1st Quarterly
The Society held their Annual Ko118
Taft
lache Bake Sale on March 8, 2014.
Meeting on February 17, 2014. Members discussed and put together their 2014 Calendar Proceeds go towards their People Helping People
of Events.
Church and Community Projects. Seventeen adult
members, two junior members, two volunteers and
Father Zerr participated in the Bake Sale. 1,889 dozens of kolaches were sold.
6 Bryan
Pictured are members helping to prepare the Society’s annual
mailing that goes out to all members. Pictured (on left, front to
back) are Janet Luza, Irmie Goode and Lorraine Roesler. Pictured
(at right, front to back) are Mel Hall, Jo Ann Zaeske and Linda
Holubec.
Pictured (L to R in front) are Sarah Hayek, Josephine Picha and
Father Zerr. Pictured (L to R in back) are Ervin Polasek, Terri
Mutchler, Mrs. Niemann, Mr. Niemann, Genevieve Malott, Kim
Polasek, Betty Vacek, Jim Pustejovsky, Janiece Pustejovsky, Stan
Vacek, Sarah Polasek, Bridget Polasek, and Patricia Hayek.
On Thursday, February 27, 2014,
several members and guests filled
two benefit sponsor tables at the annual Coalition
for Life and 40 Days for Life banquet at the Brazos
Valley Expo complex. Fred Barnes, Executive Editor of The Weekly Standard and popular Fox News
commentator was the main speaker for the event.
Also speaking were David Bereit and Shawn Carney, former directors of the Coalition for Life in
Bryan, now Directors of 40 Days for Life in Washington, D.C., and Houston. After years of prayers
and efforts closed down the Planned Parenthood
abortion center in Bryan, the Coalition for Life is
formally merging with 40 Days for Life to form a
powerhouse new organization to keep the Brazos
Valley abortion-free and launch life-saving efforts in
The Society collected canned
85 Damon food to distribute to 3 families in cities across America and around the world—that’s
600,000+ volunteers in 522 cities that all began with
need in their area.
the small Bryan Coalition for Life 15 years ago.
Members went to Colonial Belle
Nursing Home to help celebrate
March birthdays.
Pictured are some members at the Society’s table including
(standing, L to R) Lorraine Roesler, Fred Wenck, Jo Ann Zaeske,
Carl Roesler, Liz Zemanek and Helen Metzer. Pictured (sitting,
L to R) are Irmie Goode, Mary Hovorak, Loretta Lanicek, Linda
Holubec and Lillian Holubec.
Pictured (L to R in front) are residents Gloria Diestel, Willie Mae
Dzierzanowski and Emily Preibisch. Pictured (L to R in back) are
members Mary Lou Zweifel, President Mary Vicenik, Vice-President Jeanette Klekar, Treasurer Lorene Berckenhoff, Secretary
and State Director Arlene Cloyd and Cindy Krampitz.
Pictured (L to R) are Society President Helen Mikeska and Junior
Director Linda Pavlicek.
6 Bryan
The Society made a donation to
23 Hostyn the youth group, Young Neighbors
in Action.
Society members pictured amongst members of the youth group
include Becca Heinrich, Michelle Heinrich, Helen Janda, Mary
Rios, Verlene Kuntschik, Lillian Kallus and Bethany Kallus.
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On Thursday, Feb. 13th,
March/April 2014
The society collected a vari-
The Society recently presented 75Year membership pins to a few of its
towels for the Family Crisis Center in Bastrop for members. On November 10, 2013 at the Society’s
their People Helping People Community Work Proj- Annual Meeting held at the Parish Meeting Room,
ect.
President Mary Ann Marek was honored to present
pins to Georgia Chumchal and Dorothy Marcak.
Mrs. Marek also had the chance to visit the Shiner
Nursing and Rehab facility, where members Agnes
Kokas and Mary Bujnoch reside, and present them
their pins.
31 La Grange members met for their quar- 31 La Grange ety of toiletries, bedding, and 5 Shiner
terly meeting in the Sacred Heart Center. President
Marilyn Kothmann called the meeting to order at
4:30 p.m. and led members in opening prayers and
the Pledge of Allegiance to both the United States
and Texas flags.
The highlight of the meeting was hearing the Family Crisis Center of Bastrop guest speaker Martha
Upchurch who is a Crisis Advocate. The Family
Crisis Center is a non-profit agency that serves Fayette, Lee, Colorado, and Bastrop counties. It assists
victims of family violence, primarily women and
children. There is supportive housing and a thirtytwo bed shelter for women and children.
The Society had chosen the Family Crisis Center as
its People Helping People Community Work Project
and collected items from members and parishioners
at Sacred Heart Parish in La Grange. Presented
were a variety of toiletries, bedding, and towels.
Minutes from the November 14, 2013 meeting
were read by Secretary Rose Recek as well as eight
thank you notes. Treasurer Ruth Chovanec filed her
report. Recek also read correspondence from the
State Office.
Elizabeth Kallus, Vice-President and C.E.F. Chairman, reported six enrollments for the quarter: special birthdays for members Felicia Chovanec, Bernice Gold, Lambert Lidiak, and Betty Baca; Jerry
Kallus, deceased, husband of member Annie Kallus,
and Joe Belota, deceased, father-in-law of member
Sharon Belota. There were eighteen enrollments by
members.
State Director Grace Vinklarek explained the new
graph and what is needed to achieve the diamond or
platinum status.
The annual Mass for the intention of living and
deceased members of the Society will be Saturday,
March 8, at the 5 p.m. Mass at Sacred Heart Church.
Members agreed to continue sponsoring the Plant
Wheel at the Sacred Heart Spring Festival as their
People Helping People Parish Fundraiser Project.
The next quarterly meeting will be Thursday, May
8th. Lillie Sulak won the attendance prize. The
meeting was closed with the Memorare Prayer.
The Universal Catholic Family Fraternal
of Texas – K.J.Z.T. Prayer Day will be
once a month on the first Sunday of each
month.
Please offer a prayer for all Catholic
Family Fraternal of Texas – K.J.Z.T.
members and each other’s intentions.
Pictured (L to R) are Crisis Advocate Martha Upchurch, Society
Vice-President Elizabeth Kallus, Treasurer Ruth Chovanec, Hattie
Hlavinka, President Marilyn Kothmann, Lillie Sulak, and Secretary
Rose Recek.
The Society prepared a Lenten
85 Damon meal for the Sts’ Cyril and Metho-
dius parish members following the Stations of the
Cross. About 40 members attended the dinner.
Pictured (L to R) are Patsy Maroul, Susan Pavlicek, Helen Mikeska, Helen Syzdek, and Carol Buchta.
Society members bought a micro-
85 Damon wave for the Parish Hall.
Pictured (L to R) are Carol Buchta, Helen Mikeska, Patsy Maroul
and Linda Pavlicek.
Pictured (L to R) are
Charlie Kokas, a son of
Agnes, Pin Recipient
Agnes Kokas and Mrs.
Mary Ann Marek.
Pictured (L to R in front) are pin recipient Mary Bujnoch and
Mrs. Mary Ann Marek. Pictured (L to R in back) are daughters of
Mary, Dagmar Vana, Denise Pilat, Peggy Roznovsky and Dorothy
Winkenwerder, all of Shiner.
Pictured (L to R) are pin
recipient Georgia Chum-
chal, Mrs. Mary Ann
Marek and pin recipient
and Society Vice-Presi
dent Dorothy Marcak.
March/April 2014
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The Society was able to make a dona-
5 Shiner tion allowing their parish to purchase
an adding machine for the rectory office. This was a
People Helping People Parish Work Project.
My Aching
Back!
By Dr. Ralph Wagner, Medical Adviser
Most of us have experienced significant back pain at some point in our lives. It is a common reason for a
visit to the doctor. Estimates of health care costs and lost time from work are in the billions of dollars each
year.
There are many causes of back pain. Pain originating from a strained lower back muscle is very common
Pictured (L to R) are Secretary Nancy Hodges, Treasurer Dolores
Kyle, Ann Duke - Secretary of Sts. Cyril and Methodius and Soci- and may come on with minimal exertion or no warning. The pain is often severe and may come in spasms,
ety member Dorothy Blackman.
especially with changing positions from lying to sitting or sitting to standing. Low back pain from a strain
usually gets better over a period of days or weeks with simple exercise, stretching, mild pain medication,
The Society also made a recent donation to their par- and heat. Bed rest which was standard treatment years ago has been replaced by early mobility and asish food pantry with matching funds from the State tolerated activity.
Office as part of the Feeding Families Across Texas Thankfully, many cases of low back pain are self-limited, but there are other causes of back pain that may
program.
be more serious or long-lasting. Most of us know someone who has had severe back pain and ended up having back surgery. Bulging discs and arthritis are frequent culprits contributing to back pain with symptoms
of numbness or pain going into the legs. This is often referred to as a “pinched nerve” or “sciatica.” Treatment for these syndromes often involve stronger medications, injections, physical therapy, and surgery. The
severity of the pain and the response to each treatment help determine whether more intensive measures are
needed. Your doctor will often require an MRI to pin down the source of the pain. Some will need specialty
nerve conduction studies of the legs to arrive at a correct diagnosis.
Less common causes of severe low back pain include various infections, trauma, and tumors. There may
be certain signs or symptoms your doctor might look for including fever or weight loss. X-rays and laboratory testing may be necessary to sort out unusual types of back pain.
We can’t prevent all back pain but staying fit through exercise or walking help keep back muscles strong
Pictured (L to R) are Secretary Nancy Hodges, Treasurer Dolores and less prone to strain. Strengthening abdominal muscles also helps limit back strains. Bending with our
Kyle, Betty Kosler - Officer of the Sts. Cyril and Methodius Ministry legs and keeping our back straight instead of stooping over is a smart way to lift things without straining
Pantry and Society Member Dorothy Blackman.
the back.
2014 District Meeting Schedule
All Members and their families are invited to attend and participate in the activities of the District Family Socials and Meetings.
Merit Pins of Recognition, Achievement Pins, 50-Year Membership Pins and 100% Family Pins will be presented to eligible Members in recognition of their
dedication and years of service and membership. The Junior Divisions of the various Societies will participate in their District's Meeting and Activities.
Registration Time
Meeting Time
Meeting Place
1:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
Sinton Hall, 906 E. Sinton St.
05-18
11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
Our Lady of Victory Cafeteria, 1309 E. Mesquite Ln 101 Victoria
X
07-13
11:00 a.m.
following lunch
St. Mary’s Parish Center, 301 S Harrison St.
11 West
V
08-03
12:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
St. Paul Parish Hall, 204 Mills St.
69 Smithville
District
Date
VI
04-27
IX
Hosting Society
89 Sinton
VIII 08-0311:30 a.m.following lunchSt. Michael’s Family Life Center49 Needville
XII
11-09
11:30 a.m. Mass followed by lunch and meeting St. Joseph Parish Activity Center
6 Bryan
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¼ c. sugar
¼ c. packed brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
½ c. milk
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
Kitchen Corner
Cheese Ball
Submitted by Henriette Jalowy,
Society No. 30 East Bernard
16 oz. cream cheese
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. Tabasco sauce
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp. Hellmann’s mayonnaise
½ tsp. Accent or MSG
4 green onions, chopped
1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. garlic salt
¾ tsp. mustard
Finely chopped pecans
1 c. (4 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ c. diced green pepper
2 eggs
½ c. milk
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. pepper
Press hash browns between paper
towel to remove excess moisture.
Press into the bottom and up the sides
of an ungreased 9-inch pie plate.
Drizzle with butter. Bake at 425
degrees for 25 minutes. Combine the
ham, cheese and green pepper; spoon
over crust. In a small bowl, beat eggs,
milk, salt and pepper. Pour over all.
Blend all together except onion. Add Reduce heat to 350 degrees; bake for
onions. Shape into ball. Put on serving 25 to 30 minutes or until a knife
inserted near the center comes out
dish. Pat pecans on top.
clean. Allow to stand for 10 minutes
before cutting. Yields 6 servings.
Hash Brown Quiche
Submitted by Lillian Hlavenka,
Crunchy Sweet Potato Casserole
Society No. 108 Dallas
Submitted by Mary Ann Marek,
3 c. frozen shredded hash browns, Society No. 5 Shiner
thawed
2 c. cooked mashed sweet potatoes
½ c. butter or margarine, melted
½ c. butter or margarine, melted
1 c. diced fully cooked ham
Hints & Tips
Ever-Open Laundry Bag
A hanging laundry bag saves floor
space, but you have to wrestle with
Stylish Jewelry Storage
the drawstring to deposit dirty clothes.
Orphaned teacups and saucers are perHave it both ways when you prop
fect vessels for sorting jewelry, and,
open the suspended bag with a large
when arranged in a velvet or felt-lined
embroidery hoop at least 14 inches in
drawer, they give you an easy-to-scan
diameter.
bird’s-eye view of your collection.
Topping:
1 c. crushed cornflakes
½ c. chopped walnuts or pecans
¼ c. packed brown sugar
¼ c. butter or margarine
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well. Spoon into a
greased 1 ½-quart baking dish. Bake,
uncovered, at 375 degrees for 20 minutes. Combine topping ingredients;
sprinkle over potatoes. Return to the
oven for 5 to 10 minutes or until the
topping is lightly browned.
Scalloped Potatoes
Submitted by Linda Knapek,
Society No. 18 Granger
2 qt. (8 to 10) potatoes, sliced thin
¼ c. chopped green pepper
¼ c. chopped onion
1 can condensed cream of mushroom
soup
1 c. milk
2 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
Grease 11 x 7 x 1 ½-inch baking dish
or 2-quart casserole. Alternate layers
of potatoes, green pepper and onion.
Combine rest of ingredients. Pour on
top of potatoes. Cover. Bake at 350
degrees for 45 minutes. Uncover and
bake 20 to 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
March/April 2014
Fruit Enchiladas
Submitted by Elayne (Valenta) Stewart,
Society No. 78 Alice
1 dozen flour tortillas
2 sticks of margarine
2 c. sugar
1 ½ c. water
2 cans pie filling (any flavor)
In a 9 x 13 casserole pan, put 2 tablespoons pie filling into each tortilla and
roll up. Melt margarine, water and 2
cups of sugar until sugar dissolves.
Pour over tortillas and let it stand at
least 4 hours or overnight. DO NOT
REFRIGERATE. Bake for 30 minutes
uncovered at 350 degrees. Mix ½ cup
of sugar, cinnamon (to taste) and ½
cup chopped nuts. Sprinkle mixture
over top and bake another 15 minutes.
Enjoy!
Edible Dirt
Submitted by Diane Goedrich,
Society No. 81 Schulenburg
2 large boxes instant French vanilla
pudding mix
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
½ stick margarine, softened
1 c. powdered sugar
1 large pkg. Oreo cookies, crushed
Gummy worms (candy)
Mix pudding according to package
directions, using 1 cup less milk. Let
set for a few minutes. Mix together
cream cheese, margarine and powdered sugar; add to pudding mix. Line
a medium-size flowerpot with foil or
Saran Wrap. Place a layer of pudding
mix in flowerpot, then cookies.
Alternate layers, ending with cookies.
Place an artificial flower in the center
Vegetable Garden Prep:
of the pot and gummy worms on top
Start Composting
of cookies. Serve by spoonful. This is
Things we often throw away -- grass delicious and a lot of fun.
clippings, coffee grinds, and vegetable
peels -- can provide a constant source the need for watering. Plus, the comof fertilizer and soil conditioner for posting process is easy, inexpensive,
your vegetables. Compost also helps and a great way to add nutrients back
make soil more absorbent, reducing into the garden.
Credit: www.marthastewart.com
March/April 2014
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Other News
Alvin and Ann Marek
Celebrate 70th Wedding Anniversary
Long-Time Member
Angeline Grigar
Turns 90 Years Old
Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Marek celebrated their 70th Wedding Anniversary on January 12th with a dinner and dance at the Wallis American Legion Hall in Wallis.
They were also honored with an Anniversary Mass and Blessing by Father Thuy
The children of Angeline Grigar, honored her with a party on her 90th Birthday
Quang Nguyen on Saturday, January 11th.
on Sunday, March 2, 2014.
Alvin and Ann were married by Father James Kveton at the Immaculate ConThe celebration was held at the Riverside Hall in East Bernard. A menu of fried
ception Catholic Church in Sealy on January 9, 1944.
chicken and side dishes was served to approximately 150 relatives and friends.
Pastries consisted of apple strudles, cheese rolls, tea rings and cookies. All sorts
of drinks were enjoyed by all. The music was furnished by a threesome consisting of John, Irene and Angeline’s son, J.J. (Johnnie) from Lockhart. They played
a medley of Angeline’s favorite songs.
Angeline wishes to thank all who attended and made her birthday party a
memorable
one.
The Catholic Czech Club of Dallas held an Easter Polka Mass, Dinner and
Dance on March 23rd. Music for the Mass was provided by the Dallas Czech Angeline is a life-time member of the St. Anne’s K.J.Z.T. Society No. 30 East
Bernard. She has served as an officer of the society since 1967 in the positions
Singers Choir.
of Financial Secretary and currently as Secretary.
Catholic Czech Club Holds
Polka Mass, Dinner and Dance
Holy Trinity Catholic High School invites you to a
Polka Mass, Meal and Dance
Saturday, April 26, 2014
Celebrant: Msgr. Louis Pavlicek
Music: Taylor Czech Chorus and Musicians
Holy Trinity Auditorium
6608 W. Adams Ave., Temple, Texas 76502
Mass begins at 5 p.m. Meal served at 6 p.m. Dance begins
at 7 p.m. Presale tickets - $15. At the door - $20. Meal and
dance admission included. Call 254-771-0787 for ticket sales
or additional information.
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March/April 2014
TM
Sheridan, TX
Sunday, July 13, 2014
Mass at 10AM
Come celebrate Mass under the outdoor pavilion at Splashway Waterpark
and enjoy a FREE BBQ sandwich meal with chips and drinks after mass.
For those that would like to stay and play you may purchase waterpark
tickets online or at the gate. The tickets are only $15.00 (plus tax) per
person. That’s $10 off Splashway’s general admission rate! Tickets for
spectators and children under 36” tall are $5.99 (plus tax). Splashway tickets
are available for purchase online or at the gate.
www.SplashwayWaterpark.com/KJZT
This link will expire on July 13, 2014, and all tickets purchased will only be
valid on July 13, 2014.
w w w.SplashwayWaterpark.com
March/April 2014
K.J.Z.T. Family Funday - Waco
Sunday, July 20, 2014
Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. Those who are interested can
meet at St. Louis Catholic Church, 2001 N. 25th St. in Waco.
After Mass, a hot dog lunch will be served at the Hawaiian
Falls Pavilion. The park opens at 11 a.m.
Tickets are $20 for adults and children over the age of 2.
Children under 2 are free.
A pre-purchased ticket includes admission to the park, a hot
dog lunch and unlimited soft drinks.
Please R.S.V.P. to the K.J.Z.T. Home Office at (888) 253-2338 by July 11th.
Tickets are cash or check only. Please make checks payable
to: Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas - K.J.Z.T.
For more information about the park, visit hfalls.com/waco
Hawaiian Falls - Waco, 900 Lake Shore Drive, Waco, TX 76708
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Junior News
March/April 2014
The Juniors held a Super Bowl
The Juniors participated in the St.
On March 7th, the Juniors led
16
Ennis
104
Abbott
Chip-n-Dip/Bake Sale before and
John Nepomucene parish celebrathe Stations of the Cross for Imafter Mass as a fundraiser on Super Bowl Sunday, tion of the feast of Sts. Cyril & Methodius. Some maculate Heart of Mary parishioners. After stations,
of the members served at Mass and others helped Juniors had their monthly meeting and a devotional
February 2, 2014.
carry banners in the procession from the church to activity on prayer cards.
the K.J.T. Hall. The celebration at the hall included
a parish lunch then dancing.
21 Marak
Pictured (L to R in front) are Cade Hubnik, Kenley Harris, Adison
Dach, Cutter Hubnik, Bryce Givens and Chase Hubnik. Pictured
(L to R in back) are Jazmin Vaculin, Caleb Tomek, Vice-President
Erin Tomek, Treasurer Katy Krenek, President Rachel Givens and
Secretary Gracen Dach.
On Sunday, February 16th, parish21 Marak ioners of Sts. Cyril & Methodius
Catholic Church celebrated Father Walter Matus’
70th Birthday with a BIG BANG!! A dinner of fried
chicken and sausage along with a wide variety of
covered dishes was provided by the parishioners.
His beautiful 70th Birthday cake was made by Judy
Vaculin, President of K.J.Z.T. Society No. 21 Marak
(adults). Decorations for the party were done by the
Juniors. A wonderful time was enjoyed by everyone.
Pictured (far left) is State Director Joan Johnson with the many
Juniors that participated in the day.
Pictured (L to R in front row) are Will Gerik, Paxton Pustejovsky,
Ally Hanaway, Madison Murphy and Katie Hanaway. Pictured (L
to R in second row) are Allison Murphy, Mariann Pustejovsky, Kyle
Gerik, Keaton Pustejovsky, Molli Pustejovsky and Lauren Gerik.
Pictured (L to R in last row) are Payton Pustejovsky, Morgan
Ballew, Alyssa Ballew, Mallory Ballew, Katelyn Pustejovsky, Lydia
Pustejovsky, Emily Pustejovsky and Carly Pustejovsky.
On February 15th, the Junior Society went to visit Mrs. Lillie Jurek in
Fort Bend Nursing Home. She was surprised with
a blanket, a musical bear and other personal items.
Juniors C.J., Carter, and Caleb HousLauren, Eugenia and Dennis Kulhanek and Judith 16 Ennis ton all competed at the State Archery
Michulka visited with her also. Mrs. Jurek loved ev- Tournament held in Belton, TX, on March 6th. Caerything, said thank you and also said she will pray leb and Carter exceeded their personal best against
for everyone.
other top archers in their age groups from across the
state. Carter placed 6th in the state for boys in his
age group.
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Pictured (L to R) are Mrs. Lillie Jurek and Junior Lauren Kulhanek.
Damon Band Members and Juniors Cameron, Christopher and
Clayton Pavlicek and Kasi Schneider assisted with Pictured (L to R) are Caleb, C.J. and Carter Houston.
Here are the Juniors with Father Matus showing off his 70th Birthday Necklace and 70th Birthday Crown! Pictured (L to R in front) the Band Bake Sale.
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are Cutter Hubnik, Bryce Givens, Chase Hubnik and Adison Dach.
Pictured (L to R in back) are Caleb Tomek, Ethan Krumnow, Father Walter Matus, Gracen Dach, Erin Tomek and Rachel Givens.
Guardian Angel Camp
will be June 26 – June 28
in Ledbetter.
More information on page 18.
Pictured (L to R) are Cameron Pavlicek, Kasi Schneider, Christopher Pavlicek and Clayton Pavlicek.
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The Juniors were one of the local
Junior members designed a birthday card for Father Thuy. The front
Eucharist Procession held on January 19th. The of the card had a cross made out of stars. The inside
community came together and prayed the rosary as of the card had a big cupcake and was surrounded by
they marched from Welhausen’s Park to SS Cyril & lots of scented stickers featuring donuts, ice-cream
Methodius Catholic Church. At church, the youth and other wonderful sweets. The card read “Happy
carried up roses and lit candles for the unborn, and Birthday! Hope you have a sweet day! We love
you.” It was passed around so as many members
benediction was held.
could sign it.
5 Shiner groups that participated in a Pro- Life 22 Wallis
Pictured (L to R in front) are Dallyn Pesek, Nicolette Siegel, Seryna Garza, Trinity Garza and Kade Leist. Pictured (L to R in back)
are Brian Leist, Angelette Siegel, Juliette Siegel, Noah Leist, Eudosio Garza IV and Junior Director Denise Leist.
Pictured (L to R) are Jared Brorsen, Connor Brorsen, Payton
Brorsen and Riley Jo Brorsen.
Junior Tiffany Selph of RosenOn February 9, 2014, the adults
berg, member of Society No. 85 22 Wallis and Junior members met to pray
Damon, recently went on a mission trip to Belize to and tie blankets. Stanley Michulka led the rosary
help paint and other restorative things in a village. for the group. A green blanket with pink ladybugs
Great job, Tiffany! We’re proud of you!
and white flowers was tied for Mrs. Lillie Jurek. A
blue/gray blanket with white deer was made for Joe
Minks and a blanket with all different color hearts
was tied for Father Thuy.
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Pictured is Tiffany Selph with 2 of her newfound friends.
Junior members Kasi Schneider
and Cameron Pavlicek recently
received Perfect Attendance awards for their first Pictured (L to R) are Riley Jo Brorsen, Eugenia Kulhanek, Connor Brorsen and Andy Brorsen. Also helping with this project
semester of school in Damon ISD.
was Mary Kulhanek, Adela Wadephul, Jeanne Carroll, Mary Lou
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Uhyrek, Judith Michulka, Lauren Kulhanek, Payton Brorsen and
Jared Brorsen.
The Juniors sponsored a food
drive over Thanksgiving weekend. After Mass on Saturday evening, Helen Janda
presented a check to Virginia Huffer, an AMEN
Food Pantry representative, to purchase more food
for the needy. Also present were Lillian Kallus and
Zachary Janda.
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Pictured (L to R) are Kasi Schneider and Cameron Pavlicek.
During Spring Break, Juniors enjoyed school being out and free
time on hands. The juniors met at Marak parish to
start off the morning with the filling of easter eggs
preparing for an easter egg hunt to be held on Palm
Sunday for the parish. Then they followed with Stations of the Cross. Soon they were on their way to
College Station for a Rosary at St. Mary’s, followed
with mass at St. Thomas. Dinner was enjoyed at
Whataburger followed by a trip to Grand Station.
An afternoon of bowling, laser tag, hot dogs and
games were enjoyed by all. It was a fun trip! Juniors
attending were Adison Dach, Gracen Dach, Rachel
Givens, Bryce Givens, Ethan Krumnow and Preston
Rozner.
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The Juniors donated a canned
good basket of goodies to the
KJZT adult society raffle.
85 Damon
Pictured (L to R in front) are Maggie McDonald and Kimber Wilson. Pictured (L to R in second row) are Caroline Jetton, Kami
Wilson and Claire Jetton. Pictured (L to R in third row) are Christopher Pavlicek, Coy Cook and Clayton Pavlicek. Pictured (L to R
in back) are William Fojtik and Cameron Pavlicek.
Junior members participated in
the Craft Sale at the Annual Sts.
Cyril and Methodius Altar Society Turkey and
Dressing Dinner in March. The Juniors assisted in
cleaning off tables, serving, and helped people as
they came in the door, with umbrellas, as it was raining, and also carried out plates.
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Pictured (L to R in front) are Randy Weber, Lillie Weber and Taryn
Fojtik. Pictured (L to R in second row) are Tyler Prihoda, Cord
Wieghat, Sara Wleczyk, Cameron Pavlicek and William Fojtik.
Juniors participated in Mass on
February 16, 2014 by leading a
rosary. Ethan Krumnow and Rachel Givens were
lectors. Gracen Dach, Adison Dach and Jared Vansa
took the offertory. Caleb Tomek and Erin Tomek
were altar servers.
21 Marak
Pictured in front is Cutter Hubnik. Pictured (L to R in second row)
are Adison Dach, Chase Hubnik and Bryce Givens. Pictured (L to
R in back) are Rachel Givens, Gracen Dach, Erin Tomek, Jared
Vansa, Caleb Tomek and Ethan Krumnow.
March/April 2014
Society No. 42 Sealy Celebrates Centennial
By Amber Gonzales of Sealy News
The warmth and strength of family and tradition shone at the centennial celebration of the KJZT Society Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas at Immaculate Conception Church in Sealy Dec. 14.
More than 50 members, past officers and special guests came to honor the society and its history in the
community since 1913.
State director and local KJZT secretary Arlene Cloyd, with her granddaughter on her arm, led the event,
which included honoring members and presenting donations back to the church and community.
“The KJZT members continue to do the work of the ancestors by helping the sick and needs and supporting
the charitable causes sponsored by the KJZT,” Cloyd told the crowd.
Katolicka Jednota Zen Texaskych, or KJZT, was originally founded in 1894 in South Central Texas with
female-only members from the Catholic Czech communities in Yoakum, Hallettsville and nearby areas. It
began accepting men as members in 1978.
It’s a fraternal benefit society that provides life insurance and annuities to members and also supports the
Catholic Church and community service projects.
In Sealy, Immaculate Conception Society No. 42 was founded in August of 1913 as a spin off of the Frydek
society by Father Paul Nemec by 12 charter, eight new members and four transfer members. The original
members were Marie Vazansky, Gabriela Pavlicek, Frantiska Machala, Anna Machala, Anna Sliva, Marie
Evajak, Marie Pivko, Marie Zapalac, Marie Sodolak, Hedvika Oldag, Frantiska Krchnak, Matilda Saha and
Frantiska Hanak.
Their elected officials were Frances Machala, president; Gabriela Pavlicek, secretary; and Marie Evyak,
treasurer.
Current officers are: Mary Vicenik, president; Jeanetter Klekar, vice-president; Arlene Cloyd, secretary;
Lorene Berckenhoff, treasurer; Charlene Janicek, junior director; Lari Samford, assistant junior director;
and Father Eric Pitre as chaplain.
Since 1913, the members have been active in parish social activities and helped financially with all the past
building programs. It helped to furnish the Catholic school when it was started and assisted with furnishing
the nuns’ home. All KJZT groups have a goal to help the sick and needy, supporting national and state-wide
charitable institutions and causes and help support students in their studies for the priesthood.
In 1957, KJZT borrowed the money to build the Catholic Church in Sealy. It also donated the large window
in the church of St. Ann.
More recently, it has provided donations of more than $80,000, with matching funds from the KJZT state
office, to KJZT members in West, Texas, following the disaster this year. All donations went directly to
members, said Cloyd.
The members also stood up to help donate funds to victims of flooding in the Philippines.
At the centennial event, KJZT presented a check of People helping People parish fundraiser, from the
country store and matching funds from the state office, in the amount of $1,000 to Father Pitre.
The group was also able to give $100 to HOA-Meals on Wheels.
Members Bea Surovcak and Bernadette Svajda received their 75-year pins. Debroah Melton, Virginia
Weber, Georgie Brast and Connie Mewis received their 50-year pins. And Cloyd received the Mother’s pin
for having four children become members.
Now, the organization has 242 members, including junior members. And the majority of them are kin, or
close enough to consider each other kin.
Most of the members got involved because of family.
“I sit back and I think how many years, how it’s such a family,” said Cloyd. “It’s a family organization.”
The KJZT use to hold conventions, and in 1962 there was a convention in Sealy. Back then, the members
just stayed in each others’ houses and grew close and the experiences lasted through the generations.
“I think these people that form up the society, they form a friendship that just never ends,” said Berckenhoff.
The KJZT continues to have great pride in its fraternal as their ancestors had, Cloyd told the centennial
audience.
“Through their great vision we are a fraternal of great strength,” she added. “And we must continue to
strive to follow in their footsteps.”
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2013 Junior Division
State Craft and Scrapbook Winners
By Anne Wick,
State Co-Ordinator of Jr. Activities
Despite the time change and inclement weather, the first district meeting of the
year sprung forward very successfully. A nice group of Juniors along with their
families, other members and spouses attended. The program that the Juniors are
asked to present at district meetings was very enjoyable and impressive which
included dancing, a skit and a Czech Hymn. The photos illustrating “Nature”
that the Juniors displayed that replaced the craft exhibit were awesome. The
2013 State District Craft Winners were recognized and a list of the all the other
winners are published in this issue of the Catholic Family Fraternal Journal. All
the Juniors are encouraged to participate in their district meeting throughout
the year.
Information for the upcoming events, Camp Guardian Angel in conjunction
with the Junior Division Day & Awards Ceremony, have been mailed to active
Junior societies. The events will be held at Cooper Farms in Ledbetter, Texas.
The camp will start on Thursday, June 26th and end on Saturday, June 28th. The
Junior Division Day will be held on the following day, Sunday, June 29th, for
the Juniors and their families. This event will begin with Holy Mass at 10:00
a.m. followed by presentation of awards, a meal and other fun activities. If you
know of any one who would be interested in attending these activities, please
let me know and I will get the information to them. It is a great opportunity to
learn about our Catholic Faith, Czech Heritage, Community Service and make
a lot of new friends along the way.
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Hoping everyone had a rewarding Lenten Season and that you and your families will have an Easter Season and spring time filled with the blessings from 2.
Our Risen Lord.
Fun Events and Trips
Attend summer camp
Potential for scholarships
Learn leadership skills
Making your community
a better place
Helping those in need
- Society No. 14 Moulton
Quade Brothers
- Society No. 4 Praha
Payton Pustejovsky
- Society No. 118 Taft
Wyatt Devos
Ellen Stamford
- Society No. 42 Sealy
Group 1
1.
Caylie Sebesta
- Society No. 85 Damon
2.
Julia Machacek
3.
Caroline Jetton
Claire Jetton
Hunter Ruffin
- Society No. 16 Ennis
4.
Joseph Davis
- Society No. 5 Shiner
5.
Madison Murphy
- Society No. 104 Abbott
Family Funday at Splash Way Waterpark in Sheridan is scheduled for Sunday,
July 13th. This event is for all the Juniors and their families beginning with
Holy Mass at 10:00 am followed by a Bar B Q Sandwich Meal and lots of fun
in the water park. Make plans to attend and enjoy the fun. Also, this year there
will be a 2nd Family Funday: at Hawaiian Falls Waterpark in Waco on Sunday,
July 20th. A pre-purchased $20 ticket includes admission to the park, a hot dog
lunch and unlimited soft drinks. Join us! More details are published in this issue
of the Catholic Family Fraternal Journal.
1.
Being a K.J.Z.T. Junior Offers Many Opportunities!
Group A
Sally Machacek
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4.
5.
Group 2
Katy Harman
- Society No. 23 Hostyn
Riley Jo Brorsen
- Society No. 22 Wallis
Jared Brorsen
Sara Hajek
Brenden Ruffin
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5.
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Group 3
Kasi Schneider
Justin Hutyra
Bridget Polasek
Payton Brorsen
Eudosio Garza
- Society No. 5 Shiner
Group 4
Lindsay Morris
Matty Hutyra
Lauren Kulhanek
Kyla Chandler
4.
5.
1.
2.
Alyssa Ballew
- Society No. 104 Abbott
Abby Irvin
Scrapbooks
Society No. 104 Abbott
Society No. 85 Damon
Society No. 23 Hostyn
Congratulations!
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March/April 2014
CATHOLIC FAMILY
NEW MEMBERS
Braydon Vitovsky is a new member of Society No.
16 Ennis. He is the son of Evette and Bryan Vitovsky. Braydon has three sisters: Aubrey, Ashlyn
and Avery. His grandparents are Benny and Evelyn
Zmolik and the late Neicylene Vitovsky and the late
Ronnie Vitovsky.
Liam Joseph Kriska is a new member of Society
No. 16 Ennis. He is the son of Gregory and Renate
Kriska. Liam has two brothers: Landon and Garett.
His grandparents are Irene Kriska and the late Billie
Kriska of Ennis, Joe and Dolores Vrana of Ennis,
and Larry and Henriette Zmolik of Ennis.
Marissa E. Marak and Tanner J. Marak are new
members of Society No. 11 West. They are the children of Terry and Jana Marak of West. Marissa and
Tanner are the grandchildren of Robert and Mary
Ann Marak of West and Dorothy Jones of Mesquite,
Texas.
Brock and Jace Caruthers are new members of Society No. 115 Freeport. They are the children of
Jeremy and Brandi Caruthers of Portland, Missouri.
Brock and Jace are the grandchildren of Tony and
Grace Godinho of Brazoria, Texas.
Listing of Newly Enrolled
Members and Associates
with Insurance
(The following have given permission in accordance with
regulations to have their names published in the Catholic
Family Fraternal Journal. None are published without written permission.)
Lauren A. Scott is a new member of Society No. 11
West. She is the daughter of Michele Scott of West
and Brian Scott of Temple. Lauren is the granddaughter of Robert and Mary Ann Marak of West.
Marissa Marak
Tanner Marak
Lauren Scott
Liam Kriska
Braydon Vitovsky
Samantha Taulbee
Caleb Taulbee
Khloe Lumpkins
Brock Caruthers
Jace Caruthers
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Samantha P. Taulbee is a new member of Society
No. 93 Austin. She is the daughter of Cheryl L.
Lumpkins. Samantha has one brother - Caleb C.
Taulbee and one sister - Khloe Lumpkins who are
also new members of Society No. 93 Austin. Her
grandmother Henrietta Lumpkins is a member of
Society No. 94 La Salle.
Caleb Cole Taulbee is a new member of Society No.
93 Austin. He is the son of Cheryl L. Lumpkins. Caleb has two sisters, Samantha and Khloe, who are
both also new members of Society No. 93 Austin.
His grandmother Henrietta Lumpkins is a member
of Society No. 94 La Salle.
Khloe McKenna Lumpkins is a new member of Society No. 93 Austin. She is the daughter of Cheryl L.
Lumpkins. Khloe has one brother - Caleb C. Taulbee
and one sister - Samantha Taulbee who are also both
new members of Society No. 93 Austin. Her grandmother Henrietta Lumpkins is a member of Society
No. 94 La Salle.
Junior Activities
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We must all do our part to care for the earth
By Barbara Budde, Columnist for Catholic Spirit;
The Official Publication of the Diocese of Austin
When I was a child growing up in Detroit, it was the fifth largest city in the
country. The automobile industry was booming, but there were costs. I remember I could never see the city skyline because it was cloaked in smog, and we
could not swim in the Detroit River or eat the fish from the river because of pollution. Over the years when I have gone back to visit, the skyline was brilliantly
outlined whenever the sun was out and I saw children playing in the river and
people fishing once again. This is because of legislation like the Clean Air Act
and the Clean Water Act.
In the late 1980s Pope John Paul II began to articulate the church’s concern
for the environment. As in everything, his concern was completely centered on
the human person. We need to care for God’s creation because God entrusted
it to us and because if we pollute the air, land and water then we will make
the earth uninhabitable for human life. The Catechism of the Catholic Church
states: “Man’s dominion over inanimate and other living beings granted by the
Creator is not absolute; it is limited by concern for the quality of life of his
neighbor, including generations to come; it requires a religious respect for the
integrity of creation” (2415).
Care for Creation has become an important teaching of the church because
there is a growing recognition that we will undermine our primary teaching on
preserving the life and dignity of every human person if we do not begin to care
for this planet we call home.
In 2006, with the support of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and the
National Religious Partnership for the Environment, the Catholic Coalition on
Climate Change was formed. This organization exists to help dioceses, parishes
and individual Catholics with resources to help us live out our call to care for
creation and particularly to care for our neighbor in need. What we know is that
the climate is changing and that persons who contribute least to environmental
degradation are those who are suffering most. Islands in the Pacific Ocean are
disappearing as ocean levels rise. Drought that is deeper and more severe than
ours here in Texas plagues areas in Africa where there is neither electricity nor
phone service.
During Lent we are called to conversion and while this great season is drawing to a close, we can still use these closing weeks to examine our lives and our
consciences about our attitudes and behaviors regarding climate change. What
bills are our political representatives considering in terms of the environment?
What can we do to change our individual habits? Do we regularly recycle? Do
we use the most energy efficient light bulbs and appliances? Have we examined
ways to use our car less? Do we know about environmentally friendly ways to
keep our homes and gardens pest free? Do we use too many toxins in our home?
What can we do as a community? Do we know how much our electricity is
dependent on fuels that may cause air and water pollution? Are we willing to
pay more for non-polluting sources of energy? Are we willing to give money so
the poor can afford more expensive electricity? Are we willing to advocate at
the state and national levels for legislation that will slow environmental decay?
Are we willing to own our individual and collective responsibility to care for
creation and the poor?
The Catholic Coalition on Climate Change has resources on church teachings
and on ways to decrease our carbon footprint.
Visit www.catholicclimatecovenant.org to see what individuals can do, what
parishes can do and what we can all do to better care for this beautiful creation
God has entrusted to our care.
March/April 2014
Evelyn Rainosek Vecera
December 4, 1927 - November 20, 2013
Evelyn Rainosek Vecera departed this world
on November 20, 2013 surrounded by her husband, Edwin of 66 years and her loving family.
Just 2 weeks shy of her 86th birthday, Evelyn
was preceded in death by her parents, Anton and
Elizabeth Svrcek Rainosek and her only sibling,
brother Daniel Rainosek. Left to cherish her
memory are children Eugene Vecera and wife
Myrna; Nancy Clark and husband Thom; Larry
Vecera; Bob Vecera and wife Elise; Denise Kellison and husband Steve; five grandchildren;
three great-grandchildren; numerous family and
friends.
A Life-Long Learner, Evelyn attended grade
school in Rabbs Prairie and was a proud graduate of La Grange High School. She continued learning through her work as a
4-H Leader, activist in Bellaire politics, devoted church member, and a tireless
volunteer throughout her life. Her volunteerism ranged from typing for the Harris County Sherriff’s Department to canvassing Bellaire streets for politicians
to collecting and distributing items for animal shelters or churches or military
organizations or hospitals. She will be remembered by many as a loving servant
of the Lord always willing to help anyone in need.
Evelyn loved genealogy and enthusiastically organized many family reunions.
She meticulously planned many wonderful vacations for her family. She loved
garage sales and was even featured in a Houston Chronicle article written by her
son, Larry. She loved this country and always talked about being an American
first and then a proud Czech.
In lieu of flowers, Evelyn preferred donations to Holy Rosary Catholic Church
in Hostyn or Adore Animal Shelter 5225 Katy Frwy., #500 Houston, TX 77007
www.adorehouston.org.
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"In Memoriam"
SOCIETY
NAME
DATE OF DEATH
Prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of
our members who have gone to their eternal rest.
AGE
1YOAKUMELIZABETH (SMOLKA) KORINEK11/10/201397
2
HALLETTSVILLE
MARCELLA (FIKAC) KLEKAR
7/22/2013
87
5SHINERMARIE (KUTACH) HUSER1/8/201478
6BRYANLILLIE (POPEK) HEJL1/1/201478
10
FAYETTEVILLE
CLEMENTINE (MUNSCH) WOSTAREK
1/9/2014
82
11
WESTMARIE (PUSTEJOVSKY) MYNARCIK1/27/201487
11
WESTMARTHA (MATUS) SVACINA1/5/201491
16
ENNISEUGENE LEKAR1/21/201477
16
ENNISANNA (BOBALIK) ZMOLEK2/1/201494
16
ENNISMARY (MARUSAK) KRAJCA3/13/201488
18
GRANGERMINNIE (ZBRANEK) MAZOCH1/7/201489
18
GRANGERLUDMILLA (TRCKA) FORTI3/4/201387
18
GRANGERGEORGIA (ZBRANEK) KASPAREK1/25/201487
18
GRANGERCAROLYN (KONARIK) KAISER2/26/201452
22
WALLISEMILIE (DRABEK) MOTL12/26/201384
23
HOSTYNEDNA (KNEBEL) KRUPPA12/17/201393
23
HOSTYNCARRIE HRACHOVY12/30/201396
26
CYCLONE
MARGARET ELIZABETH (TEMPLE) MATL 1/9/2014
96
27
CALDWELLALICE KOCUREK1/25/201484
30
EAST BERNARD
CHRISTINE (PILCIK) HLAVINKA
1/14/2014
93
30
EAST BERNARD
EVA (GRANT) DUSEK2/8/201481
33
HILLJEDOROTHY (TUPA) SOHRT2/19/201486
34
HOBSONFLORENCE (MANKA) HOFFMANN10/20/201386
40
POTHRUTH (JARZOMBEK) KUTAC1/18/201497
46
CORPUS CHRISTI
ANNIE KRESTA11/23/201398
49
NEEDVILLEEVELYN (BARTOSH) RAINOSEK1/5/201491
53
WIEDLEONA BUJNOCH1/20/201468
57
HUNGERFORD
LILLIE (MATUS) SABLATURA
9/22/2013
96
65
HOLMANSHARON (HOLUB) HELLER12/29/201266
72
EL CAMPOMARY (ZALMAN) VALCHAR2/8/201494
75
JOURDANTONAGNES (POLANSKY) WILKE1/29/201468
81
SCHULENBURG
ANNIE (MURAS) BEYER2/25/201488
96
ALVINDOROTHY (MARESH) APPELT11/17/201386
97
TEMPLEGRACE (PLACHY) STRYBING3/2/201468
99
BAYTOWNDOROTHY (LAYMAN) GIROIR12/15/201396
101
VICTORIALINDA (MULLINO) UTHOFF12/20/201355
104
ABBOTTCHRISTINE (HYNEK) BESEDA7/3/201383
108
DALLASROBERT BUTSCHEK11/22/201379
113
ANGLETONELIZABETH (LUTRINGER) ADAMCIK2/4/201489
114
HOUSTONEDWARD RIGAMONTI1/20/201478
114
HOUSTONFLORIAN PIWETZ2/7/201491
115
FREEPORTALLYNE PSENCIK6/5/201386
120
SUGAR LANDDOROTHY (VITEK) KLECKA11/6/201390
124
TEXAS CITYKATHRYN FLORANCE2/9/201479
127
ARLINGTONGLADYS (RABROKER) DOSKOCIL12/15/201386
The State Directors and State Officers of
the Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas K.J.Z.T. offer their deepest sympathy to
the bereaved families of our departed
members.
THE MAGNIFICAT
CANTICLE OF
MARY
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,
my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
for he has looked with favor on his lowly
servant.
From this day all generations will call me
blessed: the Almighty has done great things
for me, and holy is his Name.
He has mercy on those who fear Him
in every generation.
He has shown the strength of His arm,
He has scattered the proud in their conceit.
He has cast down the mighty from their
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