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Official Publication of the SPJST, originally chartered as the Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas, in 1897
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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SPJST Home Office, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503
January 21, 2004
ISSN-07458800
VOLUME 92 NUMBER 3
Supportive friends, community service projects, youth activities, life insurance, home loans and annuities. This only begins to describe the benefits of SPJST membership. Now, what we want to know is,
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SPJST observes its 107th anniversary in 2004. That's an achievement in itself! That speaks well to the timelessness of our fraternal mission; moreover, it speaks well to the dedication of our generations of devoted members. As a tribute to its members, the Vestnik will be introducing a new periodic feature in 2004 entitled "Reflections." How has mem bership in the S PJSI impacted your life or the life of someone in your family? Now's the chance to tell your story. Maybe you have a story about how an SPJST member benefit — life insurance or a mortgage loan — helped you or someone in your family? Or did an SPJST event play a memorable part in your life. Maybe you met your spouse or made a lifelong friend through the Society? This is a unique opportunity to bring your SPJST memories and experiences to the attention of members now and in the future. Your story can breathe new life into people, places and events long past. Writing is a powerful tool. Whether you have business ideas to communicate or stories to share, you can't get the job done without putting your words down on paper. Here are some suggested guidelines for you to follow in composing your story: First. Decide which story you want to write. Your recollection of a
particular lodge experience? About the friends and relationships you have made as a result of your participation in SPJST? The possibilities are many. Second. Once you've decided on a subject to write about, think about the details. What events or circumstances do you want to share with your fellow members. You may even want to make a list of specific events, issues, people and places that might play a prominent role in your SPJST story. Third. Write! Give yourself plenty of time to remember everything. Do whatever it takes to tell your story. Your story is important and people want to read it! With regards to length, your story can be as short as you like; however, please try not to exceed 500 words. What's most important are the details, conveying your message and giving readers a feel for the times. Direct your stories and any questions you may have to:
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SPJST Insurance Committee Meeting at the SPJST Home Office at 9:30 a.m. District Two Social: Central Texas Blackhawks Hockey Game, Bell County Expo Center Tarok Tournament at Lodge 47, Seaton Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest Entries Due Spring District Youth Counselors' Meeting in Temple SPJST Scholarship/Grant Applicatidn Deadline State Tarok Tournament at Lodge 48, Beyersville Lodge 88, Houston Anniversary Day Presidents' Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 32, Victoria Polkafest at Inez SPJST Awards Banquet at Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Leaders Workshop in "'ample Lodge 47, Seaton Fund Raiser Straight Domino Tournament et icdge 66, Waco Lodge lics, Eiginrbecue i-L d Ra!ser —SPJST-
Sharing Their Gift of Song On December 13, members of the Lodge 88, Houston Choral Group performed for the residents of the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville. The group's repertoire includes an assortment of beloved and traditional Czech songs. The Choral Group is under the direction of Helen Hegwood, conducting at right, with musical accompaniment by Carolyn Filipp, on the piano. The Choral Group will be performing with the Lodge 88, Houston Concert Orchestra, under the direction of Jim Rhode, at Lodge 88 Houston's Anniversary Day celebration on February 8 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Vestink Reflections
do SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Stories may also be faxed to the Vestnik at (254) 774-7447 or sent via email to vanicek@spjst.com . As a way to thank our members for sharing their stories, the first 20 members to send in their stories will receive ,a free copy of the new SPJST cookbook, Texas Recipes. —
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