Věstník (Temple, Tex.), Vol. 77, No. 39, Ed. 1 Wednesday, October 11, 1989 Page: 4 of 20
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4/VĚSTNÍK—Wednesday, October 11, 1989
From The Secretary-
Treasureris Office
Strengths Of The SPJST
The true measure of an organization
involves a great deal more than
financial strength. In the course of my
duties managing the investments of the
SPJST, much of my time is spent
analyzing the financial information of
corporations in which we invest your
money. But before a finál investment
decision is made, I aíso like to look at
the other strengths of the Corporation.
All of us are satisfied that the SPJST
has great financial strength and
stability. The purpose of this article is
to share with you my opinion on other
very important strengths and
advantages that will help the SPJST
prosper and grow. What are some of
these strengths
YOU HÁVE A VOICE AND A
VOTE. The fact that you as a member
háve a voice in the control of the
SPJST has to be one of our greatest
strengths. You háve the privilege of
determining the operation of your
local lodge. You háve a voice and
determine the kind of programs your
local lodge will pro vide. Through your
democratically - elected delegates and
the convention - elected officials, you
influence decisions on the generál
course and operations of the entire
SPJST. True, you may not always
agree with the decision of majority but
at least you had the opportunity to
influence the decision.
At a time when there is an increasing
tendency for organizations to look at
you as a number and make all
decisions for you, it is refreshing to
know that there is still an organization
that sees you as an individual and gives
you a voice in its control. Our strong
democratic lodge systém places us in
an excellent position for good growth.
YOU CAN CHOOSE FROM
MODERN COMPETITIVE
INSURANCE PRODUCTS. The
SPJST offers a variety of competitive
insurance products to help you solve
financial problems that are created by
death and the need to savé for
retirement or other purposes. Our
products are designed to meet your
needs and they are priced
competitivelyl Whaťs more, the sales
of our products help to fund the many
fraternal programs availabie to SPJST
members.
Our good insurance products are
one of our strengths. By purchasing
these insurance products, you are
doing more than meeting some of your
financial needs. You are adding
strength to the organization and then
can enjoy the benefits we can provide
as a result of profits your prémium
dollars generate for the organization.
THE FAMILY IS IMPORTANT. Our
beiief in the importance of the family
is demonstrated by the fact that our
organization and lodges are centered
on the family. Families are
strengthened by our family - oriented
programs and the SPJST in turn draws
strength from those very same
families.
Throughout our history, our leaders
háve recognized the importance of the
family unit in individual development.
If your local lodge is lacking in family -
oriented activities, we urge you to get
involved. Remember, we concluded
earlier that you háve a voice in
deciding on programs offered by your
lodge. Také advantage of your
privileges and help your lodge build a
full program of activities for the entire
family. Resource individuals are
availabie at the district and statě levels
to help your lodge with its programs.
WE BELIEVE IN THE
COMMUNITY. A community is
always a better plače if it is fortunate
enough to háve an active SPJST lodge.
The SPJST is well - recognized as an
organization which brings the
community together for varied
endeavors for the good of the people
who reside there.
The patriotism demonstrated in our
lodges communicates our love for
country.
All of us are aware of the increased
amount of volunteerism throughout
America. Throughout our history, our
lodges and members háve been
involved in their communities.
The SPJST derives great strength
and prestige from the fact that people
generally associate our lodges with
volunteerism efforts and caring for
one another.
OUR FRATERNAL PROGRAMS
INVOLVE ALL AGE GROUPS.
Many organizations concentrate on
one age group or a single purpose. We
are stronger because we are involved in
a multitude of efforts that involve all
age groups.
For our youth, we háve an extensive
program of activities aimed at building
character, learning leadership skills
and giving our young members a plače
in the organization. As the youth reach
college age, we show our support
through our scholarship program.
We are committed to encouraging a
variety of programs for adults of all
ages and feei that the recent
establishing of the Fraternal Activity
Coordinator position will help to build
even more adult fraternal programs.
Above all, many activities are
classified as family activities that háve
appeal to all age groups.
WE CELEBRATE OUR HERITAGE.
We are proud of our rich heritage and
find strength in preserving it for our
children. From a serious side, we
support programs such as the Czech
Chair, (endowment for Czech studies),
Czech language studies, and other
means of preserving our customs.
On a lighter side, lodges promote
festivals and fun - filled activities that
bring people and communities
together. Our lodge programs of sociál
activities serve' to round ouí our
activities and keep our members
united.
THE ORGANIZATION BELIEVES
IN YOU. Good leaders of the SPJST,
at all levels, appreciate your
involvement. They demonstrate by
publicly recognizing your volunteer
efforts at lodge and other functions
and through Communications in our
fine weekly Vestnik.
THE SPJST. The SPJST is a type of
organization that is greatly needed in
this day and time. We are financially
strong and strong in people resources.
We are planning for. the future and, if
we také advantage of our strengths, we
can expect solid and outstanding
growth. We need you to help the
SPJST achieve its full potential. You
and oníy you can make it happen.
Fraternally,
Leonard D. Mikeska
Secretary - Treasurer
—SPJST—
Lodge No. 51,
Ellinger Members
Recognized
Brother Dan A. Juren who faithfully
served as secretary, financial secretary
and treasurer of Lodge 51 for a total of
50 years, was recognized for his
devoted effort. Many thanks to him
for his Service to the SPJST and may
good health remain with him in his
retiring years.
District I Director Andrew Yavra
presenting 50 - year membership pin to
Vickie Vydrzal of Lodge 38, Kovar.
Director Vavra also presented pins to
Lodge 51, Ellinger members, I.A.
Smahlik, Elsie Kulhánek and Otis
Divin. [The photo of these recipients
coukhťt be reproduced - Ed]
District III Volleyball
Tournament
The District III Fall Volleyball
Tournament was held September 24 at
Lodge 135, Ennis. We had two teams
in the “A” Spiking League. There
were three teams in the “B” Non -
Spiking League.
In the “A” League, Lodge 154, Fort
Worth won first plače and Lodge 135,
Ennis won second plače.
In the “B” League, Lodge 66 Team
One won first plače and Lodge 66
Team Two won second plače. Lodge
84, Dallas won third plače.
Congratulations to everyone who
participated in the tournament.
We all had a fun - filled afternoon
and early night by volleyball. I want to
give a “Speciál Thanks” to Larry
Laznovsky for all the work he did on
the tournament. Thanks, Lodge 135
and everyone who had a part in
making the day a success.
Gladys Yates
FAC District III
—SPJST—
District Y Family
Day Meeting
District V held their Family Day -
Fall meeting on September 17, 1989 at
- Lodge 88 in Houston. A realiy good
time was had by all those who
attended. Six lodges were represented
and the attendance was 176.
Registration started at 12:00 noon,
sociál hour continued until serving
time at 1:00 p.m.
President Evelyn Mikeska thanked
each and everyone for all the good
food furnished by the attendees and
for all the help that was offered by
members of various lodges in District
V. There is always a lot of personál
assistance that is required in order to
make these meetings successful, and
the officers of District Y feel that we
had a very good day.
L to R: Darlene Migl, District V
President Evelyn Mikeska and
Mžchelle Linney
Flag Bearers Darlene and Marlene
Migl
President Evelyn Mikeska convened
the regular meeting at 2:10 p.m.
The colors were presented by girls
from the youth clubs, námely, Darlene
Migl, Marlene Migl and Michelle
Linney for the Pledge of Allegiance.
“The Star Spangled Banner” was
sung acappella by Brother Fred Buri
and “Kde Domov Muj” was rendered
by Sister Helen Hegwood,
accompanied by Sister Naomi Spencer.
FICA Award Presentation - SL
Financial Secretary Jerry Mikuláš
congratulates Sister Evelyn Mikeska of
Lodge 196 for being the Fraternal
Insurance Counselor of the Year, who
has served as an insurance
representative for 20 years.
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Sefcik, R. J. Věstník (Temple, Tex.), Vol. 77, No. 39, Ed. 1 Wednesday, October 11, 1989, newspaper, October 11, 1989; Temple, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth632888/m1/4/: accessed July 8, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas.