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MAY - JUNE 2020VOL. XCVIII NO. 3
PresidentPOSELISSN: 1077-5374(USPS 439480)Published Bimonthly byCZECH CATHOLIC UNION5349 Dolloff RoadCleveland, Ohio 44127THERESA AVENI8082 Chardon Road, Kirtland, OH 44094Vice PresidentSecretaryAUDREY SCHMIDTJANE M. MILCZEWSKI5349 Dolloff Road, Cleveland, OH 441278704 Broadview Rd., Broadview Hts., OH 44147DirectorsCYNTHIA KVETONMARYANN LANGEVIN4029 Holly Hills, St. Louis, MO 6311633429 Crestwell, Sterling Heights, MI 48310KARLA MAHONEYRICHARD PROSPAL209 Gould Avenue, Bedford, OH 44146312 Nancy Circle, Brunswick, OH 44212POSTMASTER:Send address changes toPosel, 5349 Dolloff RoadCleveland, Ohio 44127The Official Publication ofthe Czech Catholic UnionUredni Casopis CeskeKatolicke JednotyCall (216) 341-0444Fax (216) 341-0711ANITA SCHAFER301 Park Drive, Brooklyn Hts., OH 44131Past PresidentsROBERT L. CERMAKJOSEPH A. KOCAB3633 Wynde Tree Drive, Seven Hills, OH 441314501 Cullen Drive, Cleveland, OH 44105ChaplainREV. JOSEPH CALLAHANOur Lady of Lourdes Parish3395 East 53rd Street, Cleveland, OH 44127ActuarySTEIMLA & ASSOCIATES, INC.email: insurance@czechccu.orgwebsite: www.czechccu.org2867 Gypsum Circle, Naperville, IL 60564EditorJANE M. MILCZEWSKI5349 Dolloff Road, Cleveland, OH 44127President’s MessageDear CCU Family,We hope all our members are doing the best they can under the circumstances and hopefully stayinghealthy and safe.During the month of April, our office remained open with only one staff member in the office at a timehandling our members' needs. Now in the month of May, we are back to normal business operations.So please don't hesitate to call or e-mail the Home Office if we can be of assistance to you. We are hereto assist all members and we are committed to do so in a timely fashion.Our country survived the Spanish flu in 1918 and we will too.WE ARE SURVIVORS!!!Fraternally,Theresa Aveni, PresidentJane M. Milczewski, SecretaryErin Grida, Office Clerk2
Project Food Pantry (PFP)As a fraternal organization, we are reaching out to thecommunity. We are starting our Project Food Pantry (PFP).Beginning July 1, 2020, we are going to collect food items tobe donated to Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Cleveland,Ohio. All donations are to be brought to the Home Office,5349 Dolloff Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44127, during our regularhours (Monday-Thursday, 8am-3pm). Please do not send inany expired items.If you wish to make a monetary donation, please send it tothe Home Office (address above). We will consult with thechurch if they would like us to purchase food for the pantryor just give them the money and they will make thepurchases.At this time, we are looking into doing this project in other states where our members reside: Illinois,Iowa, Michigan, New York and Pennsylvania. We will keep members informed when we get all the detailsworked out.Thank you for your cooperation and we hope our PFP is a huge success!!!In Appreciation . . .St. Lucy Society #127, Dwight, NE - “Thank you so much for the grant I received for my freshman yearat Aquinas High School in David City, NE. Both myself and my parents appreciate your support ofCatholic Education.”In Christ, Margaret (Maggie) M. Svec3
Understanding how theSECURE Act will affect youThe retirement system has been troubled for sometime. With the move away from pension programs,only about half of people participate in a workplaceretirement plan. Most have to supplement theirpersonal savings with social security. According toVanguard’s 2019 How America Saves Report, themedian 401{k) account balance among pre-retireesages 55 to 64 is 61,700. For those ages 45 to 54, it’s 40,200. Americans are falling frighteningly shortwith their retirement savings.In an effort to close loopholes and help moreAmericans save, Congress signed the Setting EveryCommunity Up for Retirement Enhancement(SECURE) Act into law last December. Many arestill getting acquainted with the new rules that arein effect as of January 1. One major changeconcerns defined contribution plans such as IRAsand 401(k)s in regard to payments to non-spousebeneficiaries. Traditionally, a non-spouse IRAbeneficiary could “stretch” required minimumdistribution payments of the inherited account overhis/her lifetime. This could potentially allow thefunds to grow tax-free for decades or keep incometax paid on the account very low. However, this rulehad been eliminated. Under the new rules, nonspouse beneficiaries must draw the inheritedaccount to 0 within 10 years. However, thebeneficiaries are not required to take RequiredMinimum Distributions {RMD). So, it is possible toleave the account alone for 9-1/2. years and draw tozero all at once. No matter how a beneficiaryhandles the account, the beneficiary will pay morein income taxes. In fact, Congress estimates that theadditional income tax generated from this programwill raise 15.7 billion over 10 years.Still, things could get complicated if you’reinheriting an IRA through a “conduit” or “passthrough” trust which dictates that the beneficiary ata minimum must receive the required minimumdistribution every year. Since the Secure Act doesn’trequire minimum distributions for inherited IRAs,beneficiaries need to make sure to plan to withdrawthe money within ten years. It is recommended thatyour trust should be reevaluated by a legalprofessional in light of this new Act.However, there are interesting exceptions to thisSECURE Act. Spouses are exempt, as well asdisabled individuals and those who are not morethan 10 years younger than the account owner.Also, if the beneficiaries of the accounts are minorchildren, they will receive a special exception untilthey reach the age of the majority.These changes will only apply to beneficiaries ofsomeone who dies after the end of 2019, so if youpreviously inherited a stretch IRA you may stilloperate under the former rules.4Having important legal documents in place iscritical for ensuring a smooth retirement plan foryou and your beneficiaries. Contact Hronek Lawtoday to set up a time to chat and make sure allyour affairs are in order in light of these changes.Please be advised that Christina M. Hronek islicensed in practice in the State of Ohio only and the information provided in this article is based upon Ohiolaw. This article is for informational purposes onlyand does not constitute legal advice.Christina M. HronekHRONEK LAW, LLC3505 East Royalton Road, Suite 200(Next to Ohio Cat)Broadview Heights OH 44147(440) : Christina is the legal counsel for the Czech CatholicUnion and has graciously offered to extend a 10% discountto any of our members who mention this article. Czech Proverb
Czech Noodle PuddingNudlovy PudingMacaroni Stroganoff7 oz. macaroni (2 cups uncooked)1 lb. ground beef1 cup chopped onion1 tsp. Salt1/4 tsp. Pepper1 Tbsp. vegetable oil1 can mushroom soup (undiluted)1 can (17oz.) green peas, drained1 cup dairy sour cream2 Tbsp. cooking sherry (if desired)Prepare macaroni according to package directions.Drain. Combine ground beef, onion, salt and pepper. Shape into 16 meatballs and brown beef mixture in oil. Drain excess fat. Add soup, cover andsimmer with macaroni, peas, sour cream. Pour into2-1/2 qt. casserole. Bake at 350 deg. for 30-35min. 8 servingsAuntie Anne’s Pretzels4 cups bread flour1-1/2 cups 115 water1/4 cup warm water1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast1/2 teaspoon brown sugar1 tablespoon baking sodaPinch of salt1 cup melted butterCombine yeast, sugar, salt and 115 water ina mixing bowl and let it settle for 5-10 minutes.Stir flour to mixture and knead until smooth. Placedough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damptowel, and allow to rise at room temperature for45 minutes. Split dough into ten equally sized pieces.Roll each piece into a long rope about 1/2 inch thickand shape each roll into a pretzel. In a shallowdish, stir soda into warm water, dip pretzels intomixture, lay coated pretzel onto a lightly greasedcookie sheet. Bake in a 450 oven until golden brown- about ten minutes. Brush melted butter ontohot pretzels.Alternative: dip pretzel in butter coating bothsides. Add cinnamon and sugar for sweet pretzels or salt for the traditional pretzel taste.1/2 cup butter1/4 cup sugar4 eggs, separated1/4 tsp. lemon extract12oz. carton small curd cottage cheese1/4 cup yellow raisins1/4 cup chopped almonds1/4 cup chopped walnuts8oz. pkg. wide noodles, cooked and drained1 cup heavy cream1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs, or vanilla wafersPreheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease a 10x6x11/2 inch baking pan. Cream butter and sugar inmixing bowl until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks,beat until smooth. Stir in lemon extract, cheese,raisins, almonds, walnuts and noodles. In another mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff butnot dry. Fold into noodle mixture, turn in to prepared pan. Pour cream over top, and sprinklewith bread crumbs. Bake in preheated oven for50 minutes.IF YOU FIND MISTAKES IN THISPUBLICATION, PLEASE CONSIDERTHAT THEY ARE THEREFOR A PURPOSE. WEPUBLISH SOMETHINGFOR EVERYONE,AND SOMEPEOPLE AREALWAYSLOOKING FORMISTAKES!!!IF SOMETIME YOU FIND IT DIFFICULT TO PRAY,TRY THIS FIVE FINGER PRAYERWhen you fold your hands, the thumb is nearestyou.So begin by praying for those closest to you - yourloved ones.The index finger is the pointer. Pray for thosewho teach.The next finger is the tallest. It reminds you topray for those in authority over you - national andlocal leaders.The fourth finger is usually the weakest. Pray forthose who are in trouble or who are suffering.Then comes your little finger. It reminds you ofyour smallness in relation to God’s greatness. AskHim to supply your needs.5
Attention CCU Life Members . . .The Home Office is asking itsmembers to forward to the HomeOffice their email addresses. Weare building a file to send out anemail blast to the membersbetween Posel issues whennecessary.You may either email ourgeneralemailboxatinsurance@czechccu.org or call ouroffice during regular businesshours Monday-Thursday 8:00am 3:00pm EST at 216-341-0444Saint RoccoRemember Saint Rocco in times like this. Heis the Patron Saint invoked against plagues andepidemics. He is also the Patron Saint of Dogs.Feastday is August 16Prayer to St. RoccoO Great St. Rocco, deliver us,We beseech thee,From the scourges of God;Through thy intercession,Preserve our bodies from contagious diseases,And our souls from the contagion of sin.Obtain for us salubrious air;But, above all, purity of heart.Assist us to make good use of health,To bear suffering with patience;And, after thy example,To live in the practice of penance and charity,That we may one day enjoy the happinessWhich thou has merited by thy virtues.St. Rocco, pray for us, that we may be preservedFrom all diseases of body and soul.(repeat 3 times)6
Cracker JackIconic Cracker Jack candy’slink with baseball wasimmortalized by the famous1908 song “Take me out to theball game.”Cracker Jack FudgeLine an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on 2 sides.In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat, combine 1 (10-oz) pkg dark chocolate chips and 1 (14-oz)can sweetened condensed milk. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until chocolate melts andmixture is well combined. Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 2 (1-oz) pkgs Cracker Jack. Scrape intoprepared pan, spreading evenly. Top with 2 (1-oz) pkgs Cracker Jack, pressing lightly into surface offudge. Refrigerate overnight or until firm. Grasping overhang, transfer fudge from pan to cutting board.Cut into squares. Makes 16.Advice from a canyonCarve Out a Place for YourselfAspire to New PlateausStand the Test of TimeDon’t Get Boxed inListen to the Voice of the WindIt’s OK to be a Little Off the WallReach Deep7
Cedar Rapids, IowaSt. Mary’s Society #119 would like to extend appreciation to theCzech Catholic Union for the annual dividends to increase the valueof our policies. St. Mary’s Society held its Christmas party onSunday, November 24th. There was a business meeting includingapproval of contributions from the Society to charitable entities.Refreshments were provided by the Society officers for the membersto enjoy while socializing. Sympathy is extended to Janet Melichar,Society Recording Secretary, and her daughters for the passing ofher husband, Edward Melichar. Edward had fought a long strugglewith pulmonary fibrosis. Edward was one of the primary volunteerswho contributed many hours to the repair and restoration of St.Wenceslaus Church and buildings after the Cedar River flooded thearea around the St. Wenceslaus neighborhood in June 2008.Edward had been a member of the Building and GroundsCommittee and had been a former parish council member. Heserved his country as a member of the Naval Reserve includingtaking part in the blockade of Cuba during the Cuban MissileCrisis. He had retired after thirty years in the Reserve while holding down employment in Cedar Rapids.Janet and Edward were married February 23, 1963. Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 31st atSt. Wenceslaus Church. When the St. Wenceslaus All-School Reunion was held on Sunday, October 20, 2019,Janet Melichar read a paper she had written about living next to St. Wenceslaus Church with parents as ayoungster. She mentioned having to play quietly in the yard while Masses and other services were held, sincethe church windows were open as the Church was not air-conditioned at that time. Her article sparkedmemories and discussion from the alumni in attendance about the neighborhood. Enclosed is a picture of St.Wenceslaus Church from the Voice, the parish weekly newsletter. The new addition includes a gatheringspace and a new elevator that serves the entry to the church, choir loft and Chihak Social Hall. Brick wasobtained to closely match the Church, which was constructed in 1903. The addition was blessed byArchbishop Michael Jackels of the Archdiocese of Dubuque after the 10:30 AM Mass on February 9th.Joan SebetkaEditor’s note: CCU Life/Czech Catholic Union has an ad in St. Wenceslaus’ newsletter.A friend is someone who is concerned with everything you do.A friend is someone to call upon during good and bad times.A friend is someone who understands whatever you do.A friend is someone who tells you the truth about yourself.A friend is someone who knows what you are going through at all times.A friend is someone who does not compete with you.A friend is someone who is genuinely happy for you when things go well.A friend is someone who tries to cheer you up when things don’t go well.A friend is an extension of yourself without which you are not complete.8
FRANTISEK PALACKYMonument to Frantisek Palacky,Located in New Town, Prague, Czech Republic.Josef Vaclav MyslbekBorn in Prague onJune 20, 1848, Myslbekwas a Czech sculptorand medalist creditedwith founding the modern Czech sculptingstyle. Joseph Myslbekdied on June 2, 1922.Frantisek Palacky was bornat Hodslavice, Moravia, onJune 14, 1798. Afterstudying philosophy, heturned to studying history,driven by the realizationthat only a clear andscholarly unfolding of thegreat moments of Czechhistory could awaken Czechnational consciousness andsave the nation from totalextinction. After becomingeditor of the journal of theBohemian Museum Society (1827) and completing thepublication of medieval Czech annals (1829), Palackywas named Bohemia’s official historian.Frantisek Palacky died in Prague on May 26, 1876.He is known as the father of 19th-century Czechnationalism.SpringWhen May comes, it is paradiseRafael KubelikBorn on June 29,1914, Rafael Kubelikwas a Czech born conductor, music directorand composer. He madehis debut with theCzechPhilharmonicOrchestra at the age of19. Kubelik was notedfor his frequent guestappearances with majororchestras throughout the world. Rafael Kubelikdied on August 11, 1996.St. John Nepomuk (statue)Feastday is May 169
NATIONAL THEATRENARODNI DIVADLOThe National Theatre in Prague is known as thealma mater of Czech opera and as the nationalmonument of Czech history and art. The foundationstone of the National Theatre was laid on May 16,1868 and in November the foundations werecompleted. The National Theatre was opened for thefirst time on June 11, 1881, to honor the visit ofCrown Prince Rudolf of Austria. After a smallnumber of performances, the theatre was closeddown to enable the completion of the finishingtouches. While this work was under way, a firebroke out on August 12, 1881, which destroyed thecopper dome, the auditorium and the stage of thetheatre. The reconstructed National Theatre wasreopened and inaugurated on November 18, 1883.PRAVCICKA BRANAThe Pravcicka brana is a narrowrock formation located in BohemianSwitzerland in the Czech Republic.With a span of almost 87 feet, aninside height of about 53 feet, littleover 26 feet maximum width andalmost a 10 foot arch, it is the largestnatural sandstone arch in Europe andone of the most striking naturalmonuments in the Elbe SandstoneMountains. Due to heavy erosion, thearch has been placed out of boundssince 1982. Movie Fact: Severallandscape scenes in the film “TheChronicles of Narnia: The Lion, theWitch and the Wardrobe” were filmedhere. Because the rock formation mayno longer be climbed on, the scenes inthe film where the actors appear torun over the arch were taken in thestudio and pasted in.10
V-E DayV-E Day, Victory in Europe Day, is the daycelebrating the formal acceptance by the Allies ofWorld War II of Nazi Germany’s unconditionalsurrender of its armed forces on May 8, 1945.Stars who servedAlan Alda completed sixmonths as a gunnery officerin the Army Reserve during theKorean War.Clint Eastwood, drafted intothe Army, completed basic training at California’s Fort Ord,where he stayed until discharged in 1953.May 10thMother’s WorkMother’s arms were made for holding,Made for enfolding snug and tightLittle forms so soft and helplessNestled there to say good night.Mother’s hands were made for stroking,Made for soothing childish woes;Balm of wondrous magic healingThrough each gentle finger flows.Mother’s lips were made for kissing,Made for drowning childish fears;Smiles and kisses both togetherStop the flow of bitter tears.Mother’s heart was made for loving,Made for love no others know.God in heaven, bless and keep itEver pure as whitest snow.Tom Selleck joined the California National Guard in 1967and eventually became aninfantry sergeant.CORA LINDSEY FIELDVsem Maminkam vse nejlepsi k jejich svatku.A Blessed and Happy Mother’s Day to all Mothers.11
Happy BirthdayBirthday Wishes aresent to our chaplain,Fr. Joseph Callahan,celebrating hisBirthday on May 18.Senior Citizen’s DayJune 9MEMORIAL DAYMay 25This holiday got started on May 30, 1868, whenUnion General John A. Logan declared the day anoccasion to decorate the graves of Civil War soldiers(Decoration Day). Twenty years later, the name waschanged to Memorial Day.Romance RxEngaged couple Bob, 92 and Mary, 89, stoppedat a drugstore to speak to the pharmacist.Bob asked, “Do you sell heart medication?”“Of course we do,” the pharmacist replied.“Medicine for rheumatism?”“Definitely,” he said.On May 11, 1950, Congress passed a resolutionrequesting that the President issue a proclamationcalling on Americans to observe the holiday as a dayof prayer for permanent peace and designating aperiod on that day when all Americans might unitein prayer. President Richard Nixon declaredMemorial Day a federal holiday in 1971.In 2000, President Bill Clinton authorized aNational Moment of Remembrance on MemorialDay. In concert with Congress, which had passed aresolution to the same effect, President Clintondesignated 3:00 PM local time as this moment ofremembrance, calling on all Americans to pause inhonor of “those brave men and women who gavetheir lives for our Nation.”12“How about, E.D. pills?”“Of course.”“Medicine for memory problems, arthritis,jaundice?”“Yes, the works.”“What about vitamins, sleeping pills, antacids?”“Absolutely.”“Do you sell wheelchairs and walkers?”“All speeds and sizes.”“Good,” Bob said. “We’d like to register for ourwedding.”
Flag DayJune 14To all Veterans of theUnited States of AmericaEvery patriotic freedom loving American joins inthanking you for the sacrifices you’ve made to keep ourflag waving - and to preserve the way of life we cherish.On this Flag Day, please know that we’re thinking ofyou and your comrades.FATHER’S DAY - JUNE 21God took the strength of a mountain,The majesty of a tree,The warmth of a summer sun,The calm of a quiet sea,The generous soul of nature,The comforting arm of night,The wisdom of the ages,The power of the eagle’s flight,The joy of a morning in spring,The faith of a mustard seed,The patience of eternity,The depth of a family need,Then God combined these qualities,When there was nothing more to add,He knew his masterpiece was complete,And SO, he called it Dad.— Anonymous13
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If you cannot locate your certificateIf you have married and not changed yournameIf your parents are your beneficiaries andare deceasedIf you want to change your beneficiaryCongratulations Graduating SeniorsBest of luckin yourfuture endeavors!!!Call or E-mail the Home Office. Our hours are8am-3pm Monday through Thursday.We will issue the proper paperwork for youto fill out to make any changes.We are trying to bring all members’ information up to date.Thank you for your cooperation.CCU LIFE - ANNUITY/IRANotice To MembersA Mass for Deceased members of the CzechCatholic Union is offered periodically at OurLady of Lourdes Church in Cleveland, Ohio.Annuity Rates are set at 3% for members and2% for non-members on new business with aguarantee of 2%, 2 year contract.Annuity/IRA’s issued prior to 1-1-2019, theinterest rate is 3% for members. Non-membersare receiving the guaranteed rate per theirAnnuity contract.Contact the Home Office for additionalinformation on our Annuity and IRA productsavailable.PAYMENTS OF MORTUARY DEATH CLAIMSThe Czech Catholic Union extends its sincerest sympathies to thebereaved families of the following deceased members:NameMary Ann DuewellMarie EllisAllan R. KlimaJoseph Svihlik, Jr.Georgia JencikRosemary RitzingerIrene VuckoBetty BauzaMarion SkluzacekHenry W. Obartuch IILocationSt. Louis, MOCedar Rapids, IACleveland, OHCleveland, OHCleveland, OHChicago, ILChicago, ILCleveland, OHLonsdale, MNChicago, ILSoc. NameNo.St. Ludmila7Blessed Virgin Mary 119St. Joseph156St. Joseph156St. Joseph156Our Lady of the Mount 143St. Ann117St. Ann1St. Ludmila126Our Lady of the Mount 143Date 01-1957Date 05-2012Age87818265828296888468TOTAL DEATH CLAIMS PAID 2020 38,581.0019
RECIPE FOR A CHRISTIAN HOMETake two brimming cups of love, the life longattraction of one man and one woman for eachother.Season well with prayer and sacrifice and selfcontrol.Leaven it with love for Jesus and His church.Mix in a full measure of understanding andforgiveness.Add several tablespoons of spice in the form ofmischievous children to romp and disorder thehouse.Blend in a little square of time each day formusic, good reading and other beautiful things thefamily can enjoy together.Add a dash of fun and good humor every day.Fill to overflowing with hard work, laboringtogether in tasks that are ever lightened by the holymagic of loves abiding enchantment.Put in a good measure of common sense andthrift, remembering that the flowers of May will becovered with the snows of December.Mix all these ingredients together in a housecalled home, hang out the latch string in hospitality,open the windows to many friendships, warm theheart with kindness and light the rooms for peace.Cook with years of patience and serve with dailyThanksgiving.
During the month of April, our office remained open with only one staff member in the office at a time handling our members' needs. Now in the month of May, we are back to normal business operations. . 3505 East Royalton Road, Suite 200 (Next to Ohio Cat) Broadview Heights OH 44147 (440) 546-5290 christina@hronek-law.com hronek-law.com
